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We want to highlight the wonderful achievements from Blair High School earlier this year and congratulate them on their stellar performance in the National Sports Medicine Competition. Matilda Pearce ranked first place, Naomi Suubi Kirya-Sales earned second place, and eight students from Blair High School ranked in the top 25 out of 350 students in their division. About 60 schools sent students to the nationals, which celebrates knowledge of sports medicine and athletic training. This contest is sponsored by the American Academic Competition Institute. The students had about five months to prepare for the two-part competition, which included practical tests on anatomy and physiology as well as exams to demonstrate knowledge and skills on sports medicine. To learn more about the event and the winners from Blair High School, read this article from the Pasadena Star News - https://lnkd.in/gXD2p5dT #K12SWP #LARC #19STRONG

Happy New Year! As we step into 2024, we’re inspired by the potential and ambition of the incredible students across our #19Strong community colleges. This is your time to set goals, embrace challenges, and continue building the foundation for your dreams. Growth doesn’t happen all at once—it’s about taking small, meaningful steps toward your aspirations. Whether you’re learning new skills, preparing for the next phase of your career, or exploring new opportunities, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Let’s make 2024 a year of progress, discovery, and achievement. Together, we can turn goals into realities. Wishing you a year full of growth, success, and endless possibilities! #NewYear #19Strong #CommunityColleges #Growth #2024Goals

Happy Holidays to Our #19Strong Community! The holiday season is here, and we’re filled with gratitude for the amazing students, faculty, and staff across the #19Strong community colleges. Your passion, determination, and contributions have made this year truly special. As we gather with loved ones, celebrate cherished traditions, and look ahead to a bright new year, let’s take a moment to honor the incredible strength and spirit that define our community. Happy Holidays! #HappyHolidays #19Strong #CommunityColleges #LARC #Celebration

As we close out the year, the team at LARC wants to take a moment to send heartfelt wishes for a peaceful and joyful holiday season to everyone in the #19Strong community colleges. This is your time to rest, recharge, and celebrate all that you’ve accomplished in 2024. Whether you’re savoring quiet moments, spending quality time with loved ones, or simply enjoying the beauty of the season, we hope this break brings you the relaxation and happiness you deserve. Thank you for being such an inspiring part of our community. Your dedication to learning and growth makes everything we do worthwhile. Here’s to a restful winter break and a bright, exciting 2025! Warm holiday wishes from all of us at LARC! #WinterBreak #RestAndRecharge #CommunityColleges #LARC #19Strong #HolidayWishes

We wanted to highlight Lynwood High School’s culinary program and their new facility that opened in October. On October 24, Lynwood Unified community came together to celebrate the grand opening of the District’s state-of-the-art Culinary Arts Classroom and Lab at Lynwood High School's Bullis Campus! This facility was modeled after Long Beach City College’s culinary arts kitchen and is designed to give students an exceptional, hands-on learning experience. Thanks to the Measure K Bond, LA Regional Consortium's K12 Strong Workforce Program funds, and CDE’s Career Technical Education Incentive Grant, Lynwood High School students now have access to cutting-edge equipment and ADA-compliant workstations. To learn more about this program, watch this YouTube video - https://lnkd.in/gi-3hBKJ #K12SWP #LARC #19STRONG #futureleaders #CTE

We’re excited to share the release of six subregional profiles created by the Los Angeles Center of Excellence (COE)! These reports provide in-depth analysis of demographic, labor market, and postsecondary supply data, offering valuable insights tailored to each subregion. Here’s what these profiles aim to achieve: - Identify unique labor market opportunities in each subregion - Align CE training programs with workforce demands - Inform strategic planning and investment decisions for local community colleges - Support updates to the Strong Workforce Program (SWP) Regional Plan By using these profiles, community colleges can strengthen their alignment with regional needs and empower students with the skills and training required for high-demand careers. Explore these reports to gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges shaping our subregions. Together, we can drive impactful outcomes for our students, institutions, and communities. Read the reports here: https://lnkd.in/gPAiXeu2 #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunityColleges #LaborMarketInsights #StrongWorkforceProgram #CareerEducation #RegionalPlanning

Today, LARC officially launched the Microsoft Learn for Educators (MSLE) AI Bootcamp, hosted at Los Angeles City College! A huge thank you to the incredible teams at LACC and LARC for coordinating this milestone and hosting our in-person session. We were thrilled to welcome 40 educators from across the LA19 Colleges and K-12 partners to this transformative training. Dr. Narineh Makijan, Ed.D. had the honor of kicking off the training alongside our amazing Microsoft Partners, Elizabeth Butowicz and Shana Allen. Together, we're equipping educators with cutting-edge tools to bring AI into their classrooms and empower the next generation of innovators. We also want to give a special thank you to Lorna Ferrell who worked directly with the LARC team to make this bootcamp happen. Today’s Agenda Highlights: ▪️ Hands-on orientation to explore MSLE resources and benefits ▪️ Skill Up Challenge: A hands-on dive into generative AI with Microsoft Copilot ▪️ Student employment resources and actionable next steps This bootcamp marks the beginning of a comprehensive training journey, with two upcoming virtual sessions designed to deepen knowledge and skills in AI-900 and AI-102 Microsoft AI Solutions. Together, we’re transforming education and preparing students for the future of work in AI and beyond. A heartfelt thank you to our LA19 and K12 educators who made today’s session such a success! Let’s continue this incredible journey! #MicrosoftAI #Education #AIinClassrooms #LA19 #LACC #MSLE #19Strong #Communityandcollegestransformingfutures

We’re still feeling the excitement and inspiration from the A.I. in LA Innovation Summit! The event was a testament to the energy, creativity, and innovation happening right here in our Los Angeles region. We’re beyond grateful for the incredible turnout and the inspiring conversations that unfolded. At LARC, we’re excited to build on this momentum by continuing to create impactful learning experiences that empower our community and advance A.I. innovation across the region. Your feedback from the summit has been invaluable, and we’re already putting it into action as we plan for the future. Our mission remains clear: to provide opportunities for connection, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing that help drive the growth of A.I. in Los Angeles. What ideas or topics would you love to see explored in our upcoming initiatives? Drop your thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear from you! Learn more about our work at: https://lnkd.in/ginEaMh3 #AIinLA #Innovation #ArtificialIntelligence #CommunityBuilding #LARC #LosAngeles #FutureOfAI #19Strong

🌟An Inspiring Morning Highlighting the Power of Career and Technical Education! Today at the Career Pathways Specialist Regional Project Quarterly meeting, we were so proud of the incredible impact of our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and the guidepost that drives everything we do: our students. A heartfelt thank you to Citrus College for showcasing their exceptional work during the presentation of their Model Articulation Program. Special recognition to: 🎓 Alicia Lopez, Career Pathway Specialist 📚 Professor Tommy Reyes, Coordinator & Professor, Architecture and Drafting & Design Technology Program 🌟 Jacob Crespo, an outstanding articulated student from Citrus College a graduate of Glendora High School Jacob’s success story is a powerful testament to the life-changing opportunities these programs create. It is through partnerships, dedication, and innovative programming that students are set on pathways to success and bright futures. Thank you, Citrus College, for your leadership and commitment to student success. Together, we’re shaping the future of education and workforce development in our region! Additional information about the Strong Workforce Regional Project: In the Los Angeles (LA) region, the collaboration between the statewide K12 Strong Workforce Program (K12 SWP) and Regional Strong Workforce Program dollars is designed to foster alignment between K12 and community college CTE pathways. Even before the inception of K12 SWP, the LA region recognized the critical need to build K14 CTE Pathways—connecting K12 CTE courses with community college CTE certificates and associate degrees. The Los Angeles County CTE Deans, under the guidance of the LA Regional Consortium (LARC), spearheaded efforts to fund a Career Pathway Specialist at each of the 19 community colleges to develop these pathways. With additional resources from K12 SWP funding, key roles such as K14 Technical Assistance Providers and K12 Pathway Coordinators have further amplified collaboration between K12 and community colleges. This coordinated effort enhances alignment, improves efficiency, and ensures a seamless educational journey for students—strengthening workforce readiness across the region. #CareerEducation #CTE #StudentSuccess #K14Pathways #WorkforceDevelopment #CitrusCollege #LARC #EducationInnovation

We want to congratulate the eleven COMPTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (CUSD) teams (115 students) who recently participated in the CUSD FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics competition! This event marked the beginning of the FTC season, giving teams from Centennial High School, Compton High School, Compton Early College High School, Davis Middle School, and Dominguez High School a chance to test their robots in a competitive setting. FTC participants work alongside mentors to design, build, and program robots for exciting challenges. These challenges involve both autonomous and driver-controlled phases, where robots perform tasks and compete in two-on-two matches. Beyond robotics, students develop STEM skills, engage in community outreach, and gain confidence through their participation in FTC. For more details, please visit - https://lnkd.in/guY-8eC7 #K12SWP #LARC #19STRONG #careertraining #stem #workforcedevelopment