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Event Recordings 2020-21

Missed a BWCAN webinar this year? We've got you covered.

Following each BWCAN webinar during the 2020-21 school year, we will share a recording and resources from the event, so it will be like you were there. Almost.

Welcome to Your First Year of High School 5/18/21

​Planning for your future career and college goals starts the moment
you begin high school. At this Webinar, you’ll hear from a panel
of BWCAN Student Advisory Council members from high schools
across St. Clair County. You’ll learn about the career and college
planning process and how to get started in 9th grade.

​Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261​

Welcome to Your Senior Year of High School 4/28/21

​Your senior year starts when you walk out the door for summer
vacation. There are several steps you can take this summer to ensure
a successful senior year and get you closer to your post-graduation
education plans. At this Webinar, you’ll hear from a panel of
counselors and college advisers on things you can do to put yourself
ahead of the game come fall with scholarships, applications, and
much more.

Featuring:
Holly Hagerman-Price, Marysville High School
Dena French, Port Huron Northern High School
Kim DeLand, Yale High School
Deb Roshak, St. Clair TEC​

Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261​

Welcome to Your Freshman Year of College 4/8/21

​The transition from high school to college can be a difficult
adjustment for many students. This webinar will provide advice
and tips to help make your transition from high school to college
a smooth one. Whether you’re attending a university, community
college, or trade school, our panel of first-year college students will
provide vital information for the summer and discuss lessons they
learned in their freshman year of college.

Featuring:
Amberley Sazehn, St. Clair County Community College
Javaughnte Hubbard, Grand Valley State University
Kaitlynn Thompson, Lawrence Technological University
​
Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261​

Student 2 Student 3/23/21

A college student perspective on careers, college majors, and campus life
​Current college students enrolled in 4-year, 2-year, and certification
programs as well as those seeking industry-recognized credentials
will share their unique experiences. Panelists will talk about their
college majors, day-to-day workload, and balancing school, work, and family life.

Featuring:
Emily Tenniswood, Michigan State University
Joshua Schweihofer, University of Michigan
Avery George, WyoTech
Olivia May, Central Michigan University (SC4 transfer student)
​
Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261​

Parent 2 Parent 2/24/21

A parent-to-parent discussion on helping high-schoolers plan for college
Navigating the college-going process with your child can seem
overwhelming. Learn from a panel of parents who have been
through the process. Get useful tips from these families as they
discuss financial planning, the college application process, and
lessons they learned along the way.

Featuring:
Martin George, St.Clair TEC
Tom Valko, Retired, Marysville High School
Jo Cassar, St. Clair County Community College
Lindsay Sheckler, Community Foundation of St. Clair County

Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261

College 'ABCCs' 2/4/21

A look at Associate, Bachelor, Credential, and Certificate Programs
​Students have many options when continuing their education after
high school graduation. This webinar will explore various paths to
higher education and training, including associate and bachelor’s
degrees, industry credentials, and certificate programs leading to
employment in high-demand, high-paying careers.

Featuring:
Pat Yanik
Director of Career and Technical Education, St. Clair TEC

Jessica Stewart
Assistant Director of Admissions, St. Clair County Community College

Matt Zeig
Transfer Articulation Coordinator, Oakland University

Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261​

Career Exploration 11/11/20

If you do something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. A career in Engineering, Healthcare, Information Technology, or Education could make that dream come true. Hear from industry experts and find a career that fits you, your passion, and your future.

​Featuring:
Ben Edwards
Project Engineer/Cost Estimator, C.A. Hull

Nichole Flynn
Spanish Teacher, St. Clair Middle School

Steven Tenniswood
Network Systems Engineer, St. Clair County RESA

Madison Valko
Registered Nurse, Karmanos Cancer Institute

Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261​

Scholarships & Paying for College 10/21/20

Presentation Slides


College can be more affordable than you think. Scholarships can offset the cost of college, but the process of finding and applying for them can seem like a full-time job. Learn how to maximize your time and effort to give you the best chance of financial rewards.​

Featuring:
Lisa Higgins
Counselor, St. Clair High School

Ah-Janai Hudson
Financial Aid Adviser, Oakland University

Audrey Sochor
Program Officer, Community Foundation of St. Clair County

Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261​

FAFSA 9/30/20

Presentation slides
Local experts simplify and explain the importance of the FAFSA (Free Application for Free Student Aid), while giving advice to applicants.

Featuring:
Jo Cassar
Director of Financial Assistance and Services, St. Clair County Community College

Seth Cunningham
College Adviser, Algonac High School

Steven Curtis
College Adviser, Port Huron Northern High School

​Claire Nowinski
College Adviser, Memphis High School

Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261

College Applications 9/23/20

In this webinar, experts from 4-year and 2-year colleges provide guidance for applying to college(s) of your choice.
​
​Featuring:
Caitlynn Upton
Program Coordinator Assistant, University of Michigan Wolverine Pathways
​
Paul Costanzo
Assistant Director of Admissions, St. Clair County Community College

Hosted by:
Nick Beaudry
Supervisor of Career and College Programs, St. Clair County RESA
beaudry.nick@sccresa.org | 810.455.4261
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