Education
September 5th begins the journey again. See the flyer below.
Fly Away with us.
New career, new opportunities, increased income!
Seeking veterans interested in learning the craft of watchmaking.
We are accepting applications from veterans and are interviewing veteran candidates for our next class. Veterans Watchmaker Initiative (VWI) offers Honorably Discharged Veterans a chance to become Watch Technicians and Watchmakers at no cost to the veteran.
The Veteran should go on-line and fill out a School Registration form and we will be in touch with the Veteran. All information for this school may be found at:
www.veteranswatchmakerinitiative.org
FOR QUESTONS, CONTACT:
Sam Cannan
scannan@veteranswatchmakerinitiative.org
Mary Beth Griffin from the Dover A&FRC will facilitate a workshop on civilian resumes.
Topics include: type/styles of civilian resumes, writing a targeted or master resume, how to market your resume, Linkedin for your job search, and more.
Jovy Juanillo of Militaryonesource.com will present employment resources available from Military OneSource.
Topics include the types of resumes, writing targeted and master resumes, marketing resumes, LinkedIn fundamentals, job search, and more. Military OneSource will go over all the employment & education resources, virtual job fair events, LinkedIn Premium membership, My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA), mock interviews, and career counseling.
Join Zoom Meeting >
Meeting ID: 302 494 3825
Password: 933544
Dial IN: (646) 876-9923 (if computer audio and video is disabled – muststill enter PW and Meeting ID)
PROGRAM POC:
Mr. Jovy Juanillo | Delaware Military OneSource Consultant
Contractor
Jovy.juanillo@militaryonesource.com
Mobile: (302) 494-3825
Office: (302) 326-7455
At UD Professional and Continuing Studies, we understand the deep impact COVID-19 has created in our region, and we want to do our part to help Delaware and our surrounding region recover as soon as possible. As the region’s leader in workforce training and development, we feel the best way to contribute given the current situation is to leverage our training and development expertise. As a result, I am reaching out to share with you that UD PCS is sponsoring a series of free professional development webinars geared toward professionals who may need to re-enter the workforce post COVID-19. These webinars will be offered once a month, starting in May, and they will run through August.
We hope these webinars can provide a timely resource for many professionals in our region. I have attached a flyer detailing these webinars, and we are asking for your help in sharing this resource with your network.
REGISTER HERE >
If there is anything else UD PCS can do to help you and your organization during this time, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I would be happy to discuss how we can assist you during this unprecedented time.
POC: Vic Wang
Manager, Customized Learning
Division of Professional & Continuing Studies
University of Delaware
501 South College Avenue, Newark, DE 19716
302-831-3063
www.pcs.udel.edu
vicwang@udel.edu
Job Opportunities Available for Qualified Drone Pilots
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Join us for one of our exciting FREE informational Open House Meetings – see flyers attached.
A Department of Labor ITA provider. Scholarships available if qualified.
Attn: VETS! DWS is now approved by the U.S. Dept. of Veteran Affairs to accept the GI bill!
Sign up online >
or Email: info@droneworkforcesolutions.com
Drone Workforce Solutions DE 2020 Flyer (Drone School Open House and Training Classes revVET AD
Power Breath Meditation Workshop
May 6-10, 2020
Wilmington VA Hospital
Workshop is free and is being sponsored by Help The Veterans.
The workshop taught by Project Welcome Home Troops (www.pwht.org) teaches evidence-based practical and powerful tools to help individuals manage the impact of service related chronic stress and trauma.
To register please contact Leslye Moore
Email: leslye.moore@pwht.org
Phone: 208-409-7806
PWHT - Program Brochure 032619
ART OPS, a brand new community arts program for Veterans and Military at The New Castle County Art Studio
Thursdays, 6-7:30pm
$5 per class. Materials included.
ART OPS is off to a great start! Participants have explored drawing and painting in the first month of the program. We have only begun to scratch the surface of all art has to offer. Join The New Castle County Art Studio to explore your unique creative side and experiment with elements of art and design.
Play with a variety of art forms including drawing, painting, ceramics, collage and more! No art experience necessary and no expectations! You only need a desire to express yourself. If you cannot come every week – no problem! Join us when your schedule allows.
Get lost in your process, free up your mind, feel free to make “mistakes” and watch art happen!
Registration required by calling (302) 995-7661
The Youth ChalleNGe (YC) program provides a second-chance opportunity to Delaware at-risk youth. Our Cadets have moved on to pursue higher education, seek employment, and some have joined the military. Mentor/Mentee relationships are key to supporting the Cadet’s success.
See informational flyer attached. Anyone interested to be considered, please complete and submit a Mentor Application to the Program POC.
==PROGRAM POC:
Mrs. Karen M. Hughes
Youth ChalleNGe Program Counselor Liaison
302-326-7102
karen.m.hughes18.nfg@mail.mil
NAMI Delaware is pleased to announce we will be hosting two community Mental Health First Aid classes in January 2020!
Friday, January 17th
Youth Mental Health First Aid Class
NAMI Delaware Office
REGISTER HERE >
Jan 17 2029 ymhfa flyerJanuary 23rd and January 24th
Two Half-day Sessions
Mental Health First Aid Class
NAMI Delaware Office
REGISTER HERE >
Jan 23-24 2020 MHFA flyerBoth classes are free to community members.
Questions, call:
Jenn Ford
Multi-Cultural Engagement Manager
NAMI Delaware
Phone 302-427-0787 ext 116
jford@namide.org
Suiting Warriors to Provide Professional Attire to all United States Military Veterans and their Spouses through Annual SuitUP^
SuitUP^ to Coincide with Army-Navy Game Week in Philadelphia
Suiting Warriors, a mobile suiting service that provides upscale professional attire, wardrobe consulting, and education to transitioning service members, veterans, and their spouses who are on their way to a new career, is bringing its annual SuitUP^ event to the URBN Sourcing Department in the Naval Yard on Wednesday, December 11th, 2019 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, by appointment.
On Thursday, December 12th, Suiting Warriors will host its Annual Suiting Warriors Charity Dinner from 6:00PM to 8:00 PM at the Freedom’s Foundation in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.
At the Army-Navy Game on Saturday December 14th, Suiting Warriors will be hosting a Tailgate Party at Lincoln Financial Stadium, Parking Lot M-N. Fans and patrons can stop by, visit, learn more about Suiting Warriors, and donate to help support the cause, while celebrating our veterans at this time honored annual tradition.
Tickets for all events are available by visiting the Suiting Warriors Eventbrite Page
The Suiting Warriors SuitUP^ Program travels up and down the East Coast with their stylists and works with those who are preparing for job fairs, interviews, networking events and looking for daily career wear and formal attire. Suiting Warriors has served over 5,000 veterans and their spouses since 2012.
Registration for SuitUP^ is required. Appointments will be estimated one hour and will include an individual wardrobe consulting discussion about your professional clothing needs, measurements you can take home and time to try on several pieces. Be prepared to show your DD214 and/or Veteran I.D. or Military Spouse approved information.
Men will receive at least: 2 suits, 1 sports coat, 2 ties, dress socks, and if available additional dress pants, an overcoat, or tuxedo. Women will receive 1 suit, 1 blazer, 1 blouse, skirt, pants, and if available accessories to match. All items are first come, first serve.
About Suiting Warriors:
Suiting Warriors provides wardrobe consulting, education and transitioning services to veterans and their spouses on the path to a new career. The SuitUP^ Program provides business suits and professional business attire to transitioning veterans from active duty. Suiting Warriors also prepares returning veterans for graduation, assists in support for job fairs, interviews, networking events, daily career wear and formal attire. During SuitUP^ events, Suiting Warriors volunteer stylists provide professional attire and assistance for each veteran’s individual fit and style preference. Suiting Warriors also partners with various employment, career, and educational organizations to connect services with the transitioning veteran population. Partners include VSOs, ESGR, National Guard, Colleges, and Universities, private technology schools.
Learn more about Suiting Warriors >
