INSIGHTS

Early Childhood Breakfast With Community Helpers

Children in the Albany Technical College’s GA PreK program learned about the helpers in our community. This year the PreK administration team gave the children a real-life experience by way of having breakfast with a community helper, such as a fireman, police officer, nurse or bus driver.

“The children read about Community Helpers. Having breakfast with them gave the children a chance to have a one-on-one experience,” stated Dean Angela Robinson.

Teachers Cheryl Jackson and Anitra White worked to give the children a two week-long lesson on the importance of our Community Helpers, how they provide us with either a good or a service. Having a breakfast provided a great way to teach the children how to appreciate our local helpers. “A great resource for the event were our parents, many who are essential workers,” stated Marilyn Carter, Albany Technical College Child Development Demonstration Center Director. “By having this breakfast, the children can personally thank the helpers and learn about their job.”

Soft Skills Workshop

Last September, Albany Technical College hosted a Soft Skills Workshop. The event was presented by the Marine Corps Logistics Base Staff, who provided insight and guidance on how to effectively utilize soft skills in the workplace. In addition to the Soft Skills Workshop, the College also hosted a Dress for Success Clothing Closet Give-A-Way, also presented by the Marine Corps Logistics Base Staff. Finally, the Career Services department facilitated Mock Interviews, where students had the opportunity to practice their interview skills and receive feedback from their facilitators. All of these events were great opportunities for the students at Albany Technical College to gain valuable career experience and develop their soft skills.

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) teamed up with the Georgia Division of Family & Children Services for the Secret Santa Program. Each year the Georgia Division of Family & Children Services operates a program called "Secret Santa" to help make the holidays a little better for children and youth in Georgia's foster care system. Two-thousand twenty-two requests were received for more than 8,000 children in 100+ Georgia counties.

Albany Technical College collected gifts for children in need. Purchased items for children were gathered and delivered to Albany Technical College and then taken to the local Georgia Division of Family & Children Services the first of December.