Junior High School Program
E3, a part of a Southern Alberta Collegiate Institute (SACI) career pathways program, is a unique offering in collaboration with seven Southern Alberta School Divisions, Lethbridge Polytechnic, and industry partners. Tailored for grades 7-9 students, E3 offers a hands-on approach to exploring Trades, Agriculture and Health Care. This program exposes students to careers and training available in those areas and the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in these industries, making it a valuable opportunity for their future.
E3 programming allows students in Grades 7-9 to learn through:
Project Based Learning - Students will develop skills and core competencies through hands-on learning, responding to challenges by working independently and with others. Projects will show connections to the curriculum.
Career Exploration - Students will attend workshops, events, and field trips to explore their interests, passions, and skills while making personal connections to career possibilities.
Career Expert Networking - In the E3 program, career experts play a crucial role. They partner with E3 staff to bridge gaps in career opportunities and facilitate connections. These experts bring real-world experience and insights, providing students with a unique opportunity to learn from professionals.
PILOT PHASE (Fall 2024)
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Each division will send one class to each of the six pilot workshops.
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The location will vary depending on the workshop and sessions. Pilot locations may include Lethbridge Polytechnic, Kate Andrews (Coaldale), a School Site, and Field Trips.
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A transportation budget has been allocated in each division.
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The Southern Alberta Collegiate Institute Building will be under construction. (Spring 2025 Opening).
HOW WILL THIS WORK
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Teachers can book for the next half of the year in January.
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Materials will be provided to help prepare for the workshop sessions.
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Expectations for the day will be shared before the workshop.
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Each division will have equal access and transportation budget.
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Students complete a follow-up career pathways activity based on their workshop.
WORKSHOPS
EVENTS
Cultivating Roots is an engaging two-day workshop designed to explore the rich world of agriculture and the connections between food, careers, and the environment. We're thrilled to have 12 schools join us for an enriching experience where students will dive into Alberta's farm-to-table story, discover exciting careers in agriculture, and learn about Indigenous plant knowledge. October 2 & 3, 2024.
Harvesting Ambitions is a dynamic one-day career exploration event on Nov. 21, 2024 it is designed to inspire and educate young women about career opportunities in the agricultural industry and provide them with practical, hands-on experiences related to various agricultural fields. Contact us for more info or to express an interest in attending.
E3 Wind Rally is a multi-school competition on April 3, 2025. Supplies are provided.
Attend our SWATCA session for more information.
Registration will open February 20.
Women in Trades is a full-day program for young women from your school.
May 2025 tentative date.
More info to come.
Agriculture Workshop 1
Incorporate hands-on learning opportunities to help students develop skills and awareness of careers in agriculture.
Agriculture Workshop 2
Students go on a local field trip to see how their food goes from the field to their home.
Health Care Workshop 1
Incorporate hands-on learning experiences to nurture students' skills and deepen their comprehension of career pathways within health care.
Health Care Workshop 2
Students will explore skills relevant to careers in health care through hands on learning opportunities.
Trades Workshop 1
Integrate practical learning experiences that cultivate students' skills and foster an understanding of trade-related career paths.
Trades Workshop 2
Students complete hands-on tasks and investigation into hydraulics, gears and linkages and the energy used to move them.