Generation Orange
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Welcome Generation Orange: A West-MEC podcast.
Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) is a public career technical education in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. The podcast takes a deep-dive into Career and Technical Education (CTE) through program spotlights, student interview, career exploration and so much more.
Generation Orange
1y ago
This episode is a special one; it is a deep dive into the Automotive Technology industry with insights from UPS spokesperson, Mr. Phillip Aiello and NEC Auto Tech instructor, Mr. Randy Golding. Learn about the industry and the amazing avenues for students and the impressive industry partnerships that prepare learners for future careers ..read more
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1y ago
Join in as we talk to Patrick, the PD Specialist at West-MEC. Learn about how leadership can start young, what CTSOs are and how they are integral in preparing students for future careers ..read more
Generation Orange
1y ago
In this episode, Director of Communications, Chris Cook sits down with one of West-MEC's board members, Dr. Peter Pingerelli to talk about the CTED, its exponential growth and what the future looks like. Join in to learn more about the governing board, the members' responsibilities and their impact on the West-MEC community ..read more
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1y ago
In ep. 4 of Generation Orange, Eric talks to Skills USA Arizona leader, Noe Garcia. They talk about the benefits of a CTE education, Noe's experience at West-MEC, the opportunities that SkillsUSA provides and more ..read more
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1y ago
It's not often West-MEC gets a new superintendent. In fact, Dr. Scott Spurgeon is just the second one West-MEC has ever had. Tune in to hear about his goals and the vision he sees for West-MEC in the coming years. ..read more
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1y ago
West-MEC returns for Episode 2 of Generation Orange! This episode features interviews with WESTMARC President/CEO Sintra Hoffman and Strategic Partnerships and Business Development Director Kimberly Jordan speaking about their organization and its recent projects ..read more
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1y ago
Energy and Engineering Technology seems like a broad topic; what exactly does the program entail? Nuclear energy specialist and former West-MEC instructor Paul Melissa joins the show to provide insight on the program, what students learn and how this program helps lead to careers within the energy and engineering fields ..read more
Generation Orange
1y ago
NC3 does more than offer valuable certifications. In this episode learn about the nonprofit's educational impact across the nation from NC3's Spencer Murray. West-MEC's Frank Quinn also joins the podcast to talk about the enduring relationship with the credential organization ..read more
Generation Orange
1y ago
The Governing Board plays an unassuming but vital role in the smooth functioning of West-MEC as a school district. Board member Juan Ramirez joins Chris to talk about how growth in the Valley is tied to CTE and his vision for the district ..read more
Generation Orange
1y ago
Director of Career Services, Jessica Putton, stops by to talk about why career literacy is important, how students can level up through industry credentials and shares some valuable insights for job-seekers ..read more