CASN Resources 2012-05-14T13:08:49-07:00 http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php Health Science and Medical Technology <br /> with history/social science (“a”) 2012-05-14T13:00:46-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=325 Health Science and Medical Technology <br /> with history/social science (“a”) Information and Communication Technologies with mathematics (“c”) 2012-05-13T20:35:08-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=324 Information and Communication Technologies with mathematics (“c”) Summer 2012 UC Curriculum Integration Institutes 2012-05-03T07:15:04-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=323 Summer 2012 UC Curriculum Integration Institutes Saving CPAs 2012-04-19T00:28:00-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=319 Saving CPAs Benefits and Costs of California Partnership Academies 2011-12-06T11:40:34-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=311 Power Point presentation Partnerships for an Advisory Board & Work Based Learning 2011-11-30T16:09:02-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=310 Power Point presentation Developing Programs of Study (POS) for Career Academies and SLCs 2011-11-30T15:36:42-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=309 Power Point presentation Programs of Study for Career Academies & SLCs 2011-11-30T13:33:36-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=308 powerpoint presentation History and Overview of Career Academies 2011-11-22T13:49:53-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=307 Power Point presentation Evidence on Career Academies and Linked Learning 2011-11-21T15:12:55-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=303 Evidence on Career Academies and Linked Learning Costs of California Multiple Pathway Programs 2011-11-20T18:01:35-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=301 Costs of California Multiple Pathway Programs Just Testing - Please Disregard 2011-11-15T15:22:47-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/Animation_Sample_Activity-2011.pdf Just Testing - Please Disregard Test video 2011-11-02T10:40:18-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=297 Test video Small Learning Communities and Career Academies 2011-10-24T16:15:07-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=296 Small Learning Communities and Career Academies Research and Evaluation 2011-10-24T16:08:36-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=295 Research and Evaluation Profile of the California Partnership Academies, 2009-10 2011-10-24T14:31:46-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=293 Profile of the California Partnership Academies, 2009-10 Partnerships with Employers & Postsecondary Education 2011-10-20T08:45:48-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=290 Partnerships with Employers & Postsecondary Education College-Going Culture 2011-10-18T12:23:25-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=289 College-Going Culture Clean Technology and Renewable Energy 2011-10-18T11:12:11-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=288 Clean Technology and Renewable Energy About Our Services 2011-10-12T14:35:02-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=287 About Our Services Curriculum, Teaching and Assessment 2011-10-10T12:36:25-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=285 Curriculum, Teaching and Assessment High School Redesign 2011-08-25T09:44:38-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=283 High School Redesign CASN Staff 2011-07-20T11:26:08-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=281 CASN Staff CASN's New Executive Director 2011-06-20T12:05:01-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=280 CASN's New Executive Director Dual Enrollment Guide 2011-06-15T09:52:34-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=279 Dual Enrollment Guide CPA Recognition and Assessment Tool 2011-04-18T14:09:33-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=265 CPA Recognition and Assessment Tool Conducting a Value Added Analysis 2011-03-15T17:01:50-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=255 Conducting a Value Added Analysis Link to Your School's Video 2010-12-20T10:46:11-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=254 Links to Video Vignettes, upload to your own website. Planning Guide for Career Academies 2010-12-08T11:50:09-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=253 Planning Guide for Career Academies Lighthouse Academies 2010-10-25T10:29:42-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=252 Lighthouse Academies Teacher Externship Guide 2010-09-20T11:57:56-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=251 Teacher Externship Guide Career Academies: An Overview 2010-06-18T10:34:12-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=250 Career Academies: An Overview Linked Components of Career Academies (graphic) 2010-06-18T10:11:34-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=249 Linked Components of Career Academies (graphic) Key Features of Career Academies (chart) 2010-06-18T09:43:59-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=248 Key Features of Career Academies (chart) What is a Career Academy? 2010-06-18T07:46:03-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=247 What is a Career Academy? Career Academy Support Organizations 2010-06-11T15:39:23-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=242 Identifies some 15 organizations nationwide that support the development and promotion of career academies. Career Academies in 2049? 2010-06-03T13:02:21-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/career_academies_2049.pdf Career Academies in 2049? Expanding Policy Options for Educating Teenagers 2010-06-03T12:59:39-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/expanding_policy_options.pdf Expanding Policy Options for Educating Teenagers Career Academies: A 40-Year Proven Model 2010-06-03T12:56:39-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/career-academies-policy-paper-10-15-09.pdf Career Academies: A 40-Year Proven Model Combining Academic & CTE: Impact on High School Dropouts 2010-06-03T12:53:12-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/ca-dropout-project410-06-03-12-54-51.pdf Combining Academic & CTE: Impact on High School Dropouts Orange County Career Technical Education (CTE) Searchable Database of Courses 2010-05-19T14:12:08-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=236 Orange County Career Technical Education (CTE) Searchable Database of Courses Using Better Information to Help Reduce Inequality in College Access 2010-04-20T13:18:18-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=235 Using Better Information to Help Reduce Inequality in College Access CASN News 2010-03-31T11:38:24-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=227 CASN News Career Academies National Standards of Practice 2010-03-18T10:20:51-07:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/national_standards.pdf Career Academies National Standards of Practice Scheduling Guide Handouts 2010-02-26T20:58:53-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/sched_guide_handouts.pdf Scheduling Guide Handouts Scheduling Guide for Small Learning Communities / Career Academies 2010-02-26T20:58:01-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=221 Scheduling Guide for Small Learning Communities / Career Academies Small Learning Communities: Lessons from the Field 2010-02-26T20:56:37-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=220 Small Learning Communities: Lessons from the Field Course Sequences for Career Academies 2010-02-26T17:44:23-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=219 Course Sequences for Career Academies Linked Learning Certification 2010-02-26T17:39:49-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/Linked_Learning_Certification.pdf Linked Learning Certification Worksite Monitoring Report 2010-02-24T14:54:42-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=216 All of the checklist items to make sure are in place prior to a student beginning a job or internship. It also provides the space to express concerns from either the student or supervisor early in the process. Work Site Learning Plan 2010-02-24T14:52:16-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=215 An outline to prepare all of the components of the student work experience in partnership with the supervisor. Volunteer Mentor Form 2010-02-24T14:50:54-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=214 One form that can be used as part of the mentor selection process. Values Clarification 2010-02-24T14:49:33-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=213 An activity for students or staff to identify the most and least important values in their lives. Tutoring Program Application 2010-02-24T14:46:43-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=212 An application for potential student tutors. Tutoring Daily Log 2010-02-24T14:44:05-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=211 A simple form that tracks the progress of students in tutoring. Thank You Letter to Job Forum Panelists 2010-02-24T14:43:01-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=210 A letter that thanks guests and includes an introduction to the letters that students have written to thank their guest as well. Telephone Inquiry Form 2010-02-24T14:41:33-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=209 A form that can be used to track potential business or community partners that call and express interest in the academy. Teaching Team Survey 2010-02-24T14:38:26-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=208 A survey for team members to evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching team. Teacher Recommendation 2010-02-24T14:37:08-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=207 To be used when students are applying for admission into the academy. Teacher Rating Form 2010-02-24T14:35:54-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=206 A tool to be used by a panel as they interview teaching candidates. Teacher Job Shadow Thank You 2010-02-24T14:34:45-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=205 A thank you letter template to use after the Teacher Job Shadow Day. Teacher Information Form 2010-02-24T14:31:30-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=204 An overview of academy objectives, goals and staff characteristics that provide a prospective applicant a good look at academies. Teacher Application 2010-02-24T14:29:04-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=203 An application for teachers that are considering working as part of an academy. TB Test Parent Agreement 2010-02-24T14:28:07-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=202 Permission form for students to get TB test or have on file a negative TB test so that they can work off site. Supervisor Student Evaluation 2010-02-24T14:26:01-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=201 An evaluation that can be used after job shadowing, internships or externships. This offers the site supervisor an opportunity to provide feedback to the students on their job performance. Invitation for Student Shadow Day 2010-02-24T14:24:20-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=200 A letter inviting partners in the Job Shadow program to come and shadow a student for the day. Student Tutoring Self-Referral 2010-02-24T14:21:54-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=199 Students can refer themselves for tutoring and explain why they feel they need extra help. Student Academy Survey 2010-02-24T14:20:45-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=198 This survey offers students a chance to give feedback to the academy in the areas of quality of teaching and course work, staff support and personal development. Student Intern Self Evaluation 2010-02-24T14:18:38-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=197 A survey for interns to complete after the internship that offers reflective questions for the student about their experience and information about the effectiveness of the internship. Student Questions for Job Shadowing 2010-02-24T14:16:27-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=196 A set of questions for students to ask on the job shadow assignment. Student Mentor Program Checklist 2010-02-24T14:15:27-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=195 A quick checklist to ensure that students and the academy team have completed all of the necessary tasks prior to assigning a mentor. Student Job Shadowing Work Schedule 2010-02-24T14:13:16-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=194 A short form to complete prior to beginning a job shadow assignment. Includes times available, contact info and criteria for work hours/breaks. Student Internship Evaluation 2010-02-24T14:11:46-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=193 A brief evaluation for students to complete after their internship. Includes reflective questions for the student to consider as well as feedback for the employer. Student Project Timeline 2010-02-24T14:04:30-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=192 A year long timeline for an academy project. This is a helpful tool for teachers and students to plan. Student Mentoring Application 2010-02-24T14:02:50-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=191 A tool to have students share what is important to them so that a great mentor can be assigned. Student Information Sheet 2010-02-24T14:00:44-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=190 A general student information sheet that includes schedule, career interest and current schedule. Can be used by counselors, mentors, lead teachers, etc. Student Health Clearance 2010-02-24T13:58:25-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=189 A general medical clearance checklist. Student Emergency Information 2010-02-24T13:57:12-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=188 A short one page info sheet that parents can fill out at registration. Includes important information like contacts and medical history. This can be on file at the school and job sites. Student Emergency Directions 2010-02-24T13:54:32-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=187 A quick note to help intern coordinators or any partners off site know who to call and in what order. Student Academy Application 2010-02-24T13:51:43-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=186 Three different applications that quickly illustrate the expectations of academy students and request that parents sign consent for their child to participate in academy activities, for example... internships. Steering / Advisory Committee Worksheet 2010-02-24T13:49:51-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=185 A quick tool to make sure you have planned your steering or advisory committee meetings for the year. Includes dates, food funding source and a balance of business, college and staff members. Staff Survey 2010-02-24T13:48:11-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=184 A short survey for current (or prospective) staff that asks for feedback on the academy model as well as personal opinions and evidence about how they integrate curriculum following the academy model. Speaker Checklist for Host 2010-02-24T13:45:33-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=183 A simple tool that ensures you handle all the important aspects of booking a guest. From start to finish this tool reminds you to get important information up front to prepare students all the way to the thank you letter afterwards. Speaker Confirmation Letter 2010-02-24T13:43:22-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=182 A letter to confirm guest speakers for academy activities. This also includes important information for the guest speaker like time, place, the process for entering the school and number of students. School-Business Agreement 2010-02-24T13:37:18-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=181 A short description of each party's responsibilities when developing a business partnership where students will work at a job site. Request for Industry Resources 2010-02-24T13:34:35-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=180 Request for Industry Resources Request for Mentor Reference 2010-02-24T13:32:55-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=179 A request to references for potential mentors. Recruitment Memo 2010-02-24T13:30:58-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=178 A brief memo to counselors and teachers requesting the names of any potential academy students. This letter is currently used to recruit 9th graders, but can be modified to fit your needs. Reforming High Schools: The Role for Career Academies 2010-02-23T15:07:07-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/reforming.pdf Reforming High Schools: The Role for Career Academies Alliance for Education Academy Toolkit - Employer Involvement 2010-02-23T15:04:24-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/academy_toolkit.pdf Alliance for Education Academy Toolkit - Employer Involvement A Profile of The California Partnership Academies 2004-2005 2010-02-23T14:56:34-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/profile_of_the_cpas.pdf A Profile of The California Partnership Academies 2004-2005 Multiple Perspectives on Multiple Pathways: Preparing California's Youth for College, Career, and Civic Responsibilty 2010-02-23T14:55:26-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/multiple-perspectives.pdf Multiple Perspectives on Multiple Pathways: Preparing California's Youth for College, Career, and Civic Responsibilty Is There Solid Evidence of Positive Effects for High School Students? 2010-02-23T14:52:30-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/solid_evidence.pdf Is There Solid Evidence of Positive Effects for High School Students? Questions for Students to Ask Mentors 2010-02-23T14:49:29-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=171 A list of questions for the preliminary meeting between student and their new mentor. Flyer for Student Recruitment 2010-02-23T14:46:25-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=170 This can be for parents or students to inform them about the benefits of academies. This is also an invitation to an information session about the academy. Potluck Supper Invitation 2010-02-23T14:44:33-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=169 A simple invitation to families for an academy potluck, with an emphasis on bringing multi-cultural dishes. This supper is a time to honor seniors for their accomplishments. Potential Sites Referral 2010-02-23T14:42:39-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=168 To send out to the community when requesting possible places for internships, externships or business partners. Potential Mentor Worksheet 2010-02-23T14:40:02-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=167 A form where community members can recommend potential mentors for the academy. Planning Overview for Mentorship 2010-02-23T14:37:37-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=166 A letter to support Mentors in planning how they will engage in the mentorship. Shares goals, activities and outcomes that are possible in the relationship. Parent Tutoring Referral 2010-02-23T14:36:02-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=165 A form parents can use to request additional academic support for their child. Parent Survey 2010-02-23T14:34:51-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=164 An opportunity for parents to give the academy feedback on how it has impacted their child. This supports evaluating effectiveness of the academy. Learning by Doing Career Academies 2010-02-23T14:34:44-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/learning_by_doing10-03-12-04-25-16.pdf Learning by Doing Career Academies Parent Questionnaire 2010-02-23T14:32:57-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=162 An opportunity for parents to share important information with the academy about their child and parent interest in volunteering. Parent Letter Regarding Mentoring 2010-02-23T14:31:23-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=161 A brief letter to families letting them know what it means for their child to be in the beginning stages of the mentor process. Parent Introduction Letter to Academy 2010-02-23T14:29:49-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=160 A letter to parents indicating that their child has expressed an interest in the academy and invites parents to learn more about the program. Parent Job Shadow Approval 2010-02-23T14:28:15-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=159 A brief permission form for parents to sign and learn a little information about Job Shadowing with specifics of the day. Career Academies: A Proven Strategy to Prepare High School Students for College and Careers 2010-02-23T14:27:38-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=158 Career Academies: A Proven Strategy to Prepare High School Students for College and Careers Job Shadow Consent Form 2010-02-23T14:26:39-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=157 A form that outlines the expectations and purpose of job shadowing. It also allows parents to share important information or concerns about their child. Parent Assessment Form 2010-02-23T14:24:58-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=156 An assessment for parents about their child. This allows parents to communicate important information to the academy team, particularly about the mentor program. Getting Connected 2010-02-23T14:24:21-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=155 Getting Connected Overview for Prospective Mentors 2010-02-23T14:22:26-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=154 A clear list of objectives, activities and outcomes for Mentors Internship Orientation Checklist 2010-02-23T14:20:24-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=153 To be used as a framework for student intern's orientation by the employer. Self Assessment Guide for Small Learning Communities and Career Academies 2010-02-23T14:20:08-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=152 Self Assessment Guide for Small Learning Communities and Career Academies News Release 2010-02-23T14:18:06-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=151 A ready to go press release about Partnership Academies. Includes information about academies to be released in local press to celebrate the grant award. Partnership Guide for Career Academies 2010-02-23T14:14:21-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=149 Partnership Guide for Career Academies Mentoring Contract 2010-02-23T13:22:49-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=148 A contract to be negotiated at the beginning of the mentor-student relationship that establishes goals, times and methods of communication, and activities. Mentor Survey to Match to Students 2010-02-23T13:20:37-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=147 Questions about Mentor interests, skills, calendar, etc. so that the academy can successfully match Mentors with Mentees. Mentor Release of Information Form 2010-02-23T13:18:34-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=146 A permission form for mentors to give consent for staff from the Mentor program to obtain confidential information about applicants. Mentor Recognition Reception 2010-02-23T13:11:43-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=145 An invitation to a reception to honor the mentors and students. Mentor Program Volunteer Clearance Process 2010-02-23T13:10:08-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=144 * Note-this does not substitute for forms/ processes for clearance that are required by your district. A series of questions and request for information to be kept on file for all mentors. Mentor Parent Permission Letter 2010-02-23T12:58:51-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=143 A brief request of parents to complete a permission form (below the initial letter) so that they are clear about their child's participation in the mentor program. Mentor Monthly Report 2010-02-23T12:54:47-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=141 Tool used to monitor mentor-mentee relationships, provide assistance and plan program activities. Mentor Informational Letter to Parents 2010-02-23T12:53:20-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=140 An explanation to families about the mentor program. Includes benefits and purpose of the program for parents. Mentor Celebration Invitation 2010-02-23T12:51:37-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=139 An invitation to the kick off dinner for students and mentors. Mentor Activity Report Follow Up 2010-02-23T12:50:18-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=138 A tool to track next steps after a Student-Mentor Activity. Includes needs, next steps and methods to track communication. Invitation to Mentor/Mentee Mid Year Luncheon 2010-02-23T12:45:53-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=137 A mid year invitation to the Student-Mentor Luncheon where both parties will match up calendars for the next semester. Mentor Year-End Questionnaire 2010-02-23T12:43:26-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=136 An end of year questionnaire for mentors to assess the effectiveness of the partnership and program. Mentor Update Questionnaire 2010-02-23T12:42:02-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=135 A tool to check in on the progress of the mentor/mentee relationships. Includes space to discuss reflective questions, goals and activities planned, concerns, questions, etc. Can be used by lead coordinator to ensure success of mentor/mentee relationships. Mentor Thank You 2010-02-23T12:39:30-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=134 A thank you letter and survey to identify interest in potential mentors. Mentor Student Questionnaire 2010-02-23T12:36:46-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=133 A general list of questions students should answer prior to being assigned a mentor. These can be used to pair up interests and struggles with possible mentor candidates. Mentor Student Orientation 2010-02-23T12:34:58-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=132 A letter inviting students and parents to an orientation for the mentor program. Mentor Self-Evaluation 2010-02-23T12:33:10-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=131 A series of self reflective questions that mentors can respond to during the application process. Mentor Reference Information 2010-02-23T12:24:08-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=130 A series of questions to ask mentor references during the application process. Mentor Questions of Mentees 2010-02-23T12:22:41-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=129 Questions for mentors to ask mentees in the preliminary meeting. Mentor Program Evaluation 2010-02-23T12:21:20-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=128 An opportunity for mentors to give feedback to the academy on the quality of their mentor program. Mentor Meeting Log 2010-02-23T12:20:10-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=127 A template for the preliminary mentor/mentee meetings to track interests, notes, etc. Mentor Questionnaire 2010-02-23T12:06:27-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=126 A questionnaire used to evaluate if a candidate is prepared to take on the responsibilities of being a mentor for students in your academy. Mentor Interview Questionnaire 2010-02-23T12:02:46-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=125 A framework for interviewing mentor candidates. This is more for post interview reflection, but can be used to create a series of interview questions to use during the actual interview OR to create a questionnaire for mentor candidates. Mentor Confirmation Letter 2010-02-23T11:59:53-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=124 A confirmation letter to let "approved" mentors know they have been selected AND what they can expect. Mentor Checklist 2010-02-23T11:58:22-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=123 A checklist of criteria for mentors. Mentor Calendar 2010-02-22T14:05:42-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=122 A full year calendar of mentor events, month by month. Mentor Background Investigation 2010-02-22T14:04:21-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=121 **This does not replace required process and forms by the district. Allows possible mentors to complete personal information to begin a background check. REPEAT...this is not a comprehensive background check...just a beginning. Mentor Application 2010-02-22T14:02:18-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=120 Application for potential mentees that allows then to share interests, skills and goals. Mentee Orientation Evaluation 2010-02-22T14:00:14-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=119 An opportunity for a potential mentee to offer feedback after an orientation. Mentee Inquiry Form 2010-02-22T13:58:12-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=118 A quick list of questions for mentors to ask potential mentees when they call to inquire. Mentee Assessment Plan 2010-02-22T13:54:09-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=117 A quick form list of information about a mentee used to assign a mentor that will be the best fit. Job Shadowing Transportation Waiver 2010-02-22T13:51:52-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=116 A simple transportation waiver that informs parents and the school as to how and when students will be traveling. THIS DOES NOT replace any legal mandates from your district in regards to students trips or transportation. Please ask your principal for any other forms that are necessary. Job Shadow Site Questions 2010-02-22T13:49:22-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=115 A quick list of questions for students on Job Shadow Day. Job Shadow Observation Log 2010-02-22T13:46:57-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=114 A quick and simple tool used to observe as students go through the Job Shadow day. They can specify skills and classroom application of those skills. Job Shadow Information Sheet 2010-02-22T13:44:07-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=113 An assignment for students to find out important information prior to Job Shadow Day! Job Shadow Experience Sheet 2010-02-22T13:41:47-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=112 A reflection for students after experiencing job shadowing and an accountability structure to make sure students reported to an appropriate adult. Job Shadow Confirmation 2010-02-22T13:34:39-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=111 A confirmation letter to hosts of the Job Shadow Day. Includes a brief overview of why job shadowing is important along with a request to confirm before the date. Job Forum--Studio Audience Instructions 2010-02-22T13:28:44-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=110 This tells the students what is expected of them at the Job Forum. Includes questions for students to ask as well as behavioral expectations. Job Forum Panelist Overview 2010-02-22T13:26:36-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=109 An invitation to members of the community to be on a Job Forum Panel. Includes request for information prior to the event and great questions for the panelists to answer for the students. Includes a job forum schedule at the bottom of the html version of this! Job Exploration Questionnaire 2010-02-22T13:21:28-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=107 A valuable tool for academy students to do as part of their post secondary planning to support making a great career choice. Job Shadowing Agreement 2010-02-22T13:19:44-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=106 A simple contract for academy students to show they understand the responsibilities that come with leaving school for a job shadow day. Internship Student Application 2010-02-22T13:17:16-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=105 Application for internship. Includes important student information, experiences and interests that will guide the academy teachers in placing students successfully. Intern Standards of Conduct 2010-02-22T13:13:33-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=104 A contract that clearly describes expectations for interns while out in the field. Intern Assessment Form 2010-02-22T13:11:39-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=103 A great and simple tool used to evaluate the interns. Includes typical job performance ratings and is a great place to add narratives regarding strengths and weaknesses. Instructor Referral for Tutoring 2010-02-22T12:37:00-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=102 A brief report from the teacher to specify where the student needs support. Holiday Event Invitation 2010-02-22T12:35:45-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=101 One way to invite parents, mentors, partners and community members to celebrate accomplishments and a special time of the year! Includes a special poem about mentorships! Guidelines for business/industry partners 2010-02-22T12:33:30-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=100 Great set of brief tricks and tips to share with business partners that don't normally work with teenagers! Graduation Invitation 2010-02-22T12:31:36-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=99 Your basic graduation invitation that honors the accomplishments of the students, as well as makes a special invitation for the role this person has played in helping the students achieve this. Graduate Survey 2010-02-22T12:28:55-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=98 A survey designed to track post secondary progress of academy graduates and impact of academy on post secondary success. Field trip Permission Slip 2010-02-22T12:25:50-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=97 Your basic field trip permission form....note, this does not replace and legal forms your district may use. Employment History for Intern Applications 2010-02-22T12:24:12-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=96 Allows students to discuss their resume and answer questions of interest for successful placement in an internship. Employer Involvement Commitment 2010-02-22T12:20:14-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=95 A way to know early on what your employer partners are willing to do as part of their involvement in the academy. Let's you see if they are willing to recruit, be a guest, host field trips, etc. Employer Information Sheet 2010-02-22T12:17:59-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=94 Brief information page that allows teachers (or if modified, students) to be fully prepared for a job shadow day! Employer Evaluation Sheet 2010-02-22T12:15:34-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=93 A quick evaluation sheet that allows employers to review the effectiveness of the visit (in this case, for teachers.) Can be modified for student job shadowing. Employee Orientation Checklist 2010-02-22T12:12:48-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=92 A checklist of items to use when training an academy student for their job or internship. Provides evidence for completion of an orientation for employers. Eligibility Criteria 2010-02-22T12:10:28-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=91 Description of criteria for admission into a Partnership Academy. Can also be used to create a contract upon enrollment. Daily Work Site Log 2010-02-22T12:08:42-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=90 A daily reflection for students at the end of each day of an internship or job to document what they have learned. Can be used to support a self evaluation or portfolio process. Counselor Recommendation to Parents 2010-02-22T12:06:04-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=89 A brief form letter used to identify areas for student intervention and inform parents of areas to support. This is also an invitation to parents to schedule time with the academy counselor or lead teacher to host an intervention conference. Student Information to Pair up with Mentor 2010-02-22T12:04:00-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=88 A few questions and important information about students that will support matching students with mentors. Career Research Overview Activity 2010-02-22T12:01:43-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=87 A series of questions that will support students in narrowing down career choices and identify post secondary programs and financial support to achieve their career goals. Can be used by counselors or advisors. Career Planning Process 2010-02-22T11:59:07-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=86 Questions for students and mentors to go over as they map out the journey to the career of their dreams! Can also be used by counselors or advisors. Confirmation Letter for Job Shadow Day 2010-02-22T11:57:18-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=85 Simply a confirmation letter with site hosts to ensure a smooth day! Job Shadow Request Letter to Potential Hosts 2010-02-22T11:54:44-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=84 A letter outlining Job Shadow purpose to potential hosts. It also invites people to participate in Job Shadow Day. Breach of Student Contract 2010-02-22T11:52:05-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=83 Outline of academy expectations in a contract review document that can be used by counselors, lead teachers, mentors, etc. Also includes parents in the process. Applicant Interview Questions and Guidelines to Successful Interview 2010-02-22T11:50:10-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=82 An outline of purpose and methods for a great interview with possible academy students. Applicant Interview Questions 2010-02-22T11:48:14-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=81 Useful for pre-interviewing possible academy students Annual Mentor Project Evaluation 2010-02-22T11:46:14-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=80 A checklist for evaluating effectiveness of mentor program Letter to Mentors Re: Alternative Mentoring 2010-02-22T11:43:50-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=79 A letter to mentors that explains changes to the program and outlines how the mentoring process will work. Also includes description of on line mentoring possibilities. Academy Semester Awards 2010-02-22T11:38:34-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=78 A simple template to begin a semester practice of recognizing students who excel in academic and general accomplishments. Web-Based Curriculum Resources for Career Academies 2010-02-18T12:11:00-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=77 Web-Based Curriculum Resources for Career Academies Implementing Career Academies Schoolwide: 2001-2002 New Developments, Promising Practices (August 2002) 2010-02-18T12:08:26-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/schoolwide_2002.pdf Implementing Career Academies Schoolwide: 2001-2002 New Developments, Promising Practices (August 2002) Implementing Career Academies Schoolwide: Four Case Studies (August 2001) 2010-02-18T12:01:01-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resource_files/schoolwide_200010-02-18-12-01-01.pdf Implementing Career Academies Schoolwide: Four Case Studies (August 2001) Mentor Handbook for Career Academies 2010-02-18T10:50:43-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=72 Mentor Handbook for Career Academies Internship Handbook for Career Academies 2010-02-18T10:47:37-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=71 Internship Handbook for Career Academies Academy Requirements 2010-02-15T08:13:07-08:00 Career Academy Support Network (CASN) http://casn.berkeley.edu/resources.php?r=62 An example of one academy's description for possible incoming students.