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Highlights from the WDC programming
Thursday, February 3, 2022CAC Mentor Gives Back
The Career Action Center (CAC) continues to provide career and employment support to the youth at Poughkeepsie High School. The CAC has been serving the City of Poughkeepsie youth since its inception in 2014. Through collaborations and partnerships, we have been able to provide internship, mentoring, and connections to local employers.
Nancy Herrera
Monday, November 1, 2021Career Exploration and More at the CAC
The Career Action Center has been serving City of Poughkeepsie youth since its inception in 2014. The drop-in center is open daily from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm and provides students with the necessary skills to identify and pursue their career interests and/or obtain employment. Now more than ever, it is critical for our youth to receive the support necessary to help them thrive.
Nancy Herrera, Director of Youth Services
Thursday, October 28, 2021Adopt-A-Family has a bigger meaning this year
It’s hard to imagine but yes, the holidays are right around the corner. Football, sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes are the hype for the month of October, but it is also time to think about how yourself or your organization will support those in need this holiday season.
Katrina Gobins, Workforce Program Manager
Friday, August 27, 2021Workforce Connections Participants Testimonials
"In the short time I've been working with the team, I have to say I'm incredibly appreciative of the support I've received. From getting feedback on my resume, to scheduling mock interviews, to just having an environment where I can really be in the zone and executive, the experience has been a really positive one. Without exaggeration, there's been more traction in my search this past week than there has been the entire previous month. Best of all, I think I'm getting really close to securing my dream
Stephanie Werskey
Wednesday, April 1, 2020CAC Internship Highlight with Arlington Auto and Tire
“We’ve had the opportunity to help a lot of students through the years and every group has been exceptional. We look forward to working with many more students.” -Moose Oakleh, Executive Vice President and General Manager at Arlington Auto and Tire ----------------------------------------------------------------- “I had an excellent experience at Arlington Auto and Tire. Every employee works with such dedication and pride. The environment in which I worked in was nothing but laughs and giggles, but when it
Ayla Rector
