She's all heart

Article Abstract:

Kathy Jo Sommers, the commercial food preparation and management teacher at Weaver Education Center, is the recipient of the 1993 state, regional and national Vocational Teacher of the Year awards for her dedication, open and understanding nature and tireless efforts in the field of vocational education. She is the overseer of the commercial kitchen in Guildford County School and the main aim of her program is to train students in the food-service industry. Her students and colleagues have a high opinion about her capability and sincerity, while she feels that teamwork is the main cause of her success.

Appreciation, Achievements and awards, Sommers, Kathy Jo

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Reform is risky business

Article Abstract:

The Rindge School of Technical Arts (RSTA), Massachusetts, has been recognized for its philosophy of vocational education that prefers career-oriented education to job-specific skill training. However, the school has not been formally evaluated, and lacks student tracking methods. RSTA's philosophy is in concordance with employers' needs, as educators cannot rely on giving only one set of job skills per person. Business Education Compact is a non-profit organization that helps schools connect with business enterprises in order to make learning relevant.

Editorial, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Career education

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Not just 'seed and feed': state officers describe the benefits of FFA

Article Abstract:

Four state officers of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) attest to the organization's significance to their vocational education. Self-confidence, employer contacts, scholarships and internship opportunities are some of the benefits which they professed to have gained from joining the organization. These students among a hundred other state officers have come to Arlington, VA to participate in FFA's annual strategic planning meeting.

Membership, Interview, Vocational school students, Future Farmers of America

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