TEACHING THE TEACHERS

Teaching the Teachers workshops gives educators the chance to attend a workshop hosted by a local business to learn about the careers and relevant skills students need to open a pathway to their future career. Businesses open their offices to share a real-life look at their organization, the types of careers they employ, and the training required to successfully work in their industry. We invite you to help us build a world-class talent pipeline. 

Workshops are open to all teachers, advisors, college & career readiness counselors, administrators in NEWESD 101. A minimum of three clock hours are provided to each attendee.

Why Should Businesses Participate?

• A talented workforce is key to the success of your business. This is your opportunity to connect with educators to communicate the skills and education your industry and business requires.
• Educators get an inside look at an array of local career opportunities for their students and a better understanding of the kinds of jobs that employers are looking to fill.
• There is a need for the workforce of the future to have STEM competency and soft skills such as teamwork, analysis, critical thought, inquiry, problem solving and communication. These workshops give educators the opportunity to learn more about how these skills are applied in the business world.

Spring 2020 workshops

Healthcare Careers and Pathways: What are your options? | Spokane Mann-Grandstaff WA and Sunshine Health Facilities
Wednesday, January 29 | 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | 4 STEM clock hours provided
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Heart of Hospitality | Northern Quest Resort & Casino
Thursday, March 5 | 8-11 a.m. | 3 clock hours provided
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Career Pathways in Advanced Manufacturing and Aerospace | Accra-Fab and Altek
Wednesday, March 11 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | 3.5 STEM clock hours provided
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Craft(ED) | Spiceology, Latah Creek Wine Cellars, Maryhill Winery
Thursday, April 16 | 12:30-5 p.m. | 3.5 clock hours provided
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Completed fall 2019 workshops
October 17 - The Food Industry: From Pick, Pack & Ship to Buy and Sell | URM Spokane and Rosauers Supermarkets
October 29 - All About Skilled Trades | Inland Northwest AGC
November 5 - How Public Health Connects Us All | Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD)
November 13 - Designing the World Around Us | Coffman Engineers

Completed 2018-2019 workshops
October 23 - Craft(ED) with BumbleBar, Dry Fly Distilling and Arbor Crest Wine Cellars
October 25 - Roadmap to Healthcare with WSU Spokane  
December 11 - Pharmaceutical Foundations with Jubilant HollisterStier
March 5 - Manufacturing + The Future of Work at Wagstaff
March 21 - Pathways and Partnerships in Health Sciences at CHAS Health and Providence Health Care
Postponed: April 23 - The Food Industry: From Pick, Pack & Ship to Buy and Sell at URM Stores and Rosauers Supermarkets
April 25 - Meet the Earth Doctors at GeoEngineers

Get your business involved and host a Teaching the Teachers workshop! Contact Cassidy Peterson at 509.321.3621 for more information.

GSI's Teaching the Teachers workshops provide professional development clock hours for local educators. These clock hour expenses are supported by a generous donation from the Bank of America Foundation.

Past Host Businesses: