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Beyond the Classroom: Bringing Trades to Life for Educators
BEP’s Trades PD continues to bring educators into real-world industry environments, helping them build a stronger understanding of skilled trades pathways and the opportunities available to students.
Bridging Generations: Students Tackle Real-World Challenges at the RIA ICE Challenge
The Business Education Partnership (BEP) recently teamed up with the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) to host an ICE (Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship) Challenge.
Reflecting on an Ever-Rising Spirit: The Sikh Heritage Day Conference
Last week, our team had the pleasure of attending the Sikh Heritage Day event in Kitchener-Waterloo, hosted by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB).
Celebrating Excellence: Reflecting on the WRDSB Black Brilliance Secondary Conference
Last week’s Black Brilliance Conference, hosted by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), was undoubtedly inspiring.
The AI Economy: Careers in AI, Tech & Entrepreneurship
The AI Economy: Careers in AI, Tech & Entrepreneurship 📅 When: May 5th | 6:00pm – 8:00pm 📍 Where: Waterloo Public Library (2001 University Ave East) 🎟️ Cost: FREE for teens (13-19) and their caregivers!
Students Tackle Mental Health Misinformation at WRHN ICE Challenge
Yesterday we had the absolute pleasure of hosting students for an Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship (ICE) Challenge in partnership with the WRHN.
The Village Connection: Building Social Infrastructure Between Generations
What happens when you mix the energy of local youth with the lived experience of our elders? You get a blueprint for a stronger, more connected Kitchener.
The Future of the Court: Local Students Tackle a KW Titans' ICE Challenge
Energy was at an all-time high today at The Aud! We brought together the bright minds of our local schools for an ICE Challenge with the KW Titans.
Guided Growth: The Impact of Career Co-Piloting
As a parent or caregiver, you are the first "career counselor" your child has. Long before they have LinkedIn they watch how you talk about work, how you handle stress, and how you view success.
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That's all for now :)