Program Schedule 2011-2012
Please see the list below of scheduled Parents as Career Coaches programs.
This list is updated daily so please check back if you do not see a program in your area. Please e-mail pacc@gov.ns.ca if you have any questions.
To sign up online for one of these programs, please CLICK HERE.
MIDDLE/JUNIOR HIGH SESSIONS
| School | Date(s) | Time | Location |
| Fanning Education Centre | Feb 22, 2012 (Snow date TBA) | 6:00-9:30 | Fanning Education Centre |
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Northeast Kings Education Centre (for parents of students at both Northeast Kings & Kings County Academy) |
February 29 2012 (snow date March 6) | 6:30-9:00 | Northeast Kings Education Centre |
| Evangline Middle School, Hantsport School, and Wolfville School | Feb 15, 2012 (Snow date Feb. 21, 2012) | 6:30-9:00 | Horton High School |
| Barrington Municipal High School | March 22, 2012 | 6:30-9:00 | Barrington Municipal High School |
| Annapolis Royal Academy | Feb 23, 2012 | 6:30-9:00 | Annapolis Royal Academy |
| Digby Regional High School |
March 28, 2012 | 6:30-9:00 | Digby Regional High School |
| Rockingstone Heights School | April 25, 2012 | 4:00 - 6:00 | Rockingstone Heights School |
SENIOR HIGH SESSIONS
| School | Date(s) | Time | Location |
| Auburn Drive High School |
March 28 April 4, 2012 |
6:30-9:00 | |
| Oxford Regional Education Centre | Postponed | 6:30-9:00 | TBD |
| Northeast Kings Education Centre | February 27 & 28 2012 | 6:30-9:00 | Northeast Kings Education Centre |
| Central Kings Rural High School | February 13 & 16 2012 | 6:30-9:00 | Central Kings Rural High School |
| Horton High School |
March 7 & 8 2012 |
6:30-9:00 | Horton High School |
| Barrington Municipal High School |
March 6 & 8, 2012 (snow date, TBA) |
6:30-9:00 | Barrington Municipal High School |
| Digby Regional High School |
April 3 & 5, 2012 | 6:30-9:00 | Digby Regional High School |
| Annapolis West Education Centre |
April 17 & 24, 2012 | 6:30-9:00 | Annapolis West Education Centre |
| Bridgetown & Middleton Regional High Schools |
April 30 & May 1, 2012 | 6:30-9:00 | NOTE: session 1 will be at Middleton Regional High on April 30, 2012. Session 2 will be at Bridgetown Regional High on May 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Senior High program?
Each program is made up of two separate, nightly sessions, as noted above. Each session is about 2.5 hours long. A mid-session break is provided.
How long is the Junior High program?
Each program is made up of one nightly session, as noted above. THe session is about 2.5 hours long. A mid-session break is provided.
Do I bring my child(ren) with me?
No. The Parents as Career Coaches Program is for parents/guardians only.
Is there a cost?
No. The Parents as Career Coaches Program is provided free of charge to parents/guardians.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
No. A pen or pencil will do the trick.
What will I learn in the Junior High School session?
The session will help you begin to explore your child's interests, skills & personal qualities, which will help them eventually make career decisions. It also provides you and your child with the tools and resources to begin to research numerous career options. The important knowledge and information you gain from the program, will make it easier to help your child to select appropriate courses at the High School level.
What will I learn in the individual High School sessions?
Session 1: Uncovering Your Kid’s Gifts
Helps parents develop techniques and understand the critical role they play in assisting their child to realize their interests and unique talents. The session also explores what employers consider to be critical skills, qualities and attitudes required in today’s and tomorrow’s labour market.
Session 2: Becoming your Kid’s Talent Scout
Shows parents how to research and explore career options that suit their child’s interests and skills. It introduces parents to useful print and website career resources, and shows them how labour market information, networking, information interviews and volunteering gives their children the reliable information and experiences they need to make informed career decisions.
