Tuesday, November 1, 2016 Stacey R. Gray-Feaster, M.Ed., GCDFI Fairfield County School District Winnsboro, South Carolina

CONNECTING STUDENTS TO MANUFACTURING CAREERS Tuesday, November 1, 2016 Stacey R. Gray-Feaster, M.Ed., GCDFI Fairfield County School District Winnsboro, South Carolina

CONNECTING STUDENTS TO MANUFACTURING CAREERS America must provide students with a strong education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to prepare them to succeed in the global economy. Scientists and engineers create many of the innovations that drive our Nation s competitiveness, yet many American students are unprepared in math and science, particularly students from underrepresented groups, and the nation s STEM workforce needs are not being met. U.S. Department of Education

U.S. Department of Education

Only 16 percent of American high school seniors are proficient in mathematics and interested in a STEM career. The U.S. is ranked 25 th in mathematics and 17 th in science among industrialized nations. U.S. Department of Education

The Fairfield County School District with support from the Midlands business community, industry and education sectors has created a number of collaborative STEM initiatives which have made a significant impact in the lives of students. The future is bright for South Carolina students who pursue STEM careers thanks to their contributions.

NBT MANUFACTURING CAMP VIDEO https://vimeo.com/134042402

NBT Manufacturing Outreach Camp

NBT Camp Activities

Future Entrepreneurs

Our economic development is directly tied to our state having local talent and an environment conducive to focusing on STEM Education. Kevin McGovern, GE Gas Turbine, Greenville, SC

COMMON AGENDA Agreement on the primary goals for the collective impact of the initiative*: Expand the number of students who pursue advanced degrees and careers in STEM Expand the STEM-capable workforce and broaden the participation of women and minorities in that workforce. Increase STEM literacy for all students, including those who do not pursue STEM-related careers or additional STEM studies. *Successful K-12 STEM Education, National Research Council of the National Academies

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER SCE&G Partnership in Fairfield County Schools Success Center

The MTC Student Success Center: Our Vision To foster a collaborative relationship between Fairfield Central High School (FCHS) and Midlands Technical College (MTC) in addressing career-based educational awareness regarding available jobs in the community and demonstrate clear, attainable pathways to these jobs.

MTC Economic Development Clusters Alternate Energy Health Sciences Information Technology Advanced Manufacturing

Alternate Energy Focus Cluster STUDENTS MTC Teaching / Learning Business CUSTOMERS 1. Hiring Customer 2. Higher Education Customer 3. Improving skills for current Customer Careers Salary* Range Welder 40-100K Nuclear Operator 45-100K Electrician 40-70K Pipefitter 45-100K Certificates Associate Degrees Certifications Focus on Completion Customer Chicago Bridge & Iron SCE&G Westinghouse Jobs/ Workers required* 2,616 Total Chemical Operator 40-100K The Alternate Energy Industry

Information Technology Focus Cluster STUDENTS MTC Teaching / Learning Business CUSTOMERS 1. Hiring Customer 2. Higher Education Customer 3. Improving skills for current Customer Careers Salary* Range PC Support 35-60K Certificates Associate Degrees Certifications Customer Colonial Life BlueCross BlueShield Jobs/Workers required* Programmer 40-70K Network Administrator 53-87K Systems Analyst 61-97K Focus on Completion Seibels Bruce TM Floyd DP Professionals Stone River Aflac Accenture 2,854 Total Web Developer 57-97K Palmetto Health Lexington Medical Network Analyst 61-97K The Benefit Company VC3 Database Administrator 54-95K Agape SC National Guard Shaw Air Force Base

Advanced Manufacturing Focus Cluster STUDENTS MTC Teaching / Learning Business CUSTOMERS 1. Hiring Customer 2. Higher Education Customer 3. Improving skills for current Customer Careers Industrial Maintenance Technician Electronics Engineering Technician Precision Machining Operator/Programmer Salary Range* 40-100K 40-100K 35-75K Certificates Associate Degrees Certifications Focus on Completion Customer Pure Power Westinghouse Michelin International Paper Jobs/ Workers required* 2,189 Total Production Technician 40-80K Nephron Chemical Operator 40-100K The Advanced Manufacturing Industry

Health Sciences Focus Cluster STUDENTS MTC Teaching / Learning Business CUSTOMERS 1. Hiring Customer 2. Higher Education Customer 3. Improving skills for current Customer Careers Salary Range* Nurse 35-80K Health Information Management 35-80K Med. Lab. Technician 30-60K Pharmacy Technician 22-40K Respiratory Therapist 38-60K Emergency Medical Tech. 27-35K Sonographer 30-60K Surgical Technician 32-60K Careers Salary Range* Dental Hygienist 40-70K Dental Assistant 28-40K Certified Nursing Asst. Patient Care Technician Radiologic Technician Physical Therapy Tech. Nuclear Med. Tech. 18-24K 27-35K 40-60K 45-70K 52-70K Customer Palmetto Health Lexington Medical Center Providence BlueCross BlueShield Senior Care Facilities Fairfield Memorial Physician/Dental Practices Jobs/ Workers required 4,627 Total

MTC Student Success Center Program Director Pressley Dickson

FCHS Students Utilize Technology in the MTC Success Center

MTC Student Success Center Classroom

SCANA Employees Volunteer At MTC Success Center

Jeff Archie, Senior Vice President, Chief Nuclear Officer South Carolina Electric & Gas I think that it s important for us to be a part of efforts like this. We are not just an energy provider. We are a neighbor. We see opportunities where we can see a vision for things that will be incredibly beneficial to communities; we have to take steps to be involved in that."

V.C. SUMMERS NUCLEAR PLANT SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM The V.C. Summers Summer Internship Program was started by Mr. Jeff Archie, Senior Vice President and Chief Nuclear Officer of South Carolina Electric & Gas Company, in 2008. This six week paid internship at the V.C. Summers Nuclear Plant in Jenkinsville, South Carolina provides participants with a very unique experience and an opportunity to work with STEM professionals in Accounting, Engineering, Information Technology and Special Projects.

Dedicated people. Dedicated energy. Jason, Julie and Leah are the next generation of nuclear engineers. They re part of the team that is building the two new nuclear units that will serve the growing energy needs of customers. Once completed, the new units will employ about 800 workers. The future of nuclear power in South Carolina is happening at SCE&G. Jason Ouzts, Julie Ezell and Leah Bush SCE&G Engineers

Dr. Kaye Shaw, Executive Director Midlands Education & Business Alliance "With the involvement of our education and business partners, MEBA changes lives, creates futures and generates productive employees, citizens and leaders of tomorrow."

MIDLANDS EDUCATION & BUSINESS ALLIANCE The Midlands Education and Business Alliance (MEBA) is a dynamic organization with an eye on the future. A leader in the community and a state and national model, MEBA has worked since 1990 to strengthen education and business connections, foster community collaboration, answer workforce needs, promote economic development and enhance the quality of life in the Midlands.

MIDLANDS EDUCATION & BUSINESS ALLIANCE CONTINUED MEBA s Be A Part of Guides provide an in-depth look at the educational paths, necessary skills and career opportunities related to specific career clusters. Complete with labor market statistics, expected job growth, salary ranges and helpful resources, these guides are a must read for parents, students, educators and adult learners alike. MEBA s Speakers Guide is an online listing of local business partners available to connect with educators and students to share insight and information related to their careers and professional experience.

SUPERINTENDENT JR GREEN, FAIRFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Elementary, Middle, and High School Schools must embrace STEM education in order to adequately prepare students for a 21 st Century Careers."

FAIRFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT STEM EARLY COLLEGE PROGRAM This partnership was started by Superintendent JR Green in partnership with Midlands Technical College to assist students with obtaining a two-year associates degree from Midlands Technical College upon graduation from Fairfield Central High School. The program was designed to give rising seventh grade students who have a passion for science and math a chance to further their academic endeavors by becoming a part of a challenging, yet rewarding academic program.

NBT Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs, the Foundation of The Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Intl. (FMA), is making news with its timely efforts to avert an imminent crisis the unprecedented shortage of skilled workers facing today s employer. Through its manufacturing summer camps and scholarships, NBT is inspiring the next generation of manufacturers, welders, engineers, and more. We work to dispel the myth that these jobs are low paying, dirty, dangerous and mostly a man s work. Edward Youdell FMA President & CEO FMA Rockford, IL

PROJECT-BASED LEARNING

MTC ENGINEERING DEPT. CHAIR DR. CHANDLER SPEAKS WITH NBT CAMP PARTICIPANTS

NBT CAMP PARTICIPANTS

NUTS, BOLTS & THINGAMAJIGS NBT s Core Purpose: To help individuals discover the passion for making things. Core Values: Careers in manufacturing Engaged leadership Future generations Inspiring people to work with their hands and their minds Respect for the individual Applied learning Transforming interest into ability and then craftsmanship Absolute integrity

NUTS, BOLTS & THINGAMAJIGS GRANT Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs, The Foundation of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Intl. (NBT) Through its manufacturing summer camps and scholarships, NBT is inspiring the next generation of manufacturers, inventors and entrepreneurs. Check out the NBT Website to find out more information about the urgent need to engage young people in career preparation for well-paid, fulfilling jobs that require hands-on skills.

VC Summers Nuclear Expansion in Jenkinsville, SC

CAREER OUTLOOK South Carolina has one of the fastest growing economies in the U.S. and one of the fastest growing manufacturing sectors in the region and nation, according to a recent U.S. Commerce Department, Bureau of Economic Analysis report. The Foundation of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International has worked with technical colleges and universities in several states to develop Advanced Career pathways to technically advanced manufacturing, in-demand occupations.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Edheads is an online educational resource that provides science and math games and activities that promote critical thinking. Honda provides the free Manufacturing Technician interactive game which follows a technician through a day, checking, testing and maintaining machinery. http://edheads.org/page/manufacturing1

Manufacturing Day is a celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Although Manufacturing Day officially occurs on the first Friday in October this year is Oct 7, 2016 any day can be a Manufacturing Day.

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CONTACT: Stacey R. Gray-Feaster, M.Ed., GCDFI Fairfield County School District Fairfield Central High School 836 US Hwy 321 Bypass South Winnsboro, South Carolina Office: (803) 635-1441 Ext. 60316 E-mail: sgfeaster@fairfield.k12.sc.us