I am really curious about the Urban Alliance WBL Model for at risk students. I would like to think about that in terms of what is possible in our district. Also, I want to think more about employability skills and how they can be added/integrated into the work we are currently doing at the middle school level. 

I'm thinking a lot about Perkins V and how it is being addressed in our District. How are we reporting this for our middle school WBL programs and what is happening at the high school level that is creating a brand model for measuring all of the WBL activities for the district. 

We have some gaps in our district WBL continuum. For example, we have a very robust WBL program in the middle school level, but nothing available for students in the 9/10 grade levels. Then, they are able to take WBL classes in their 11/12 grade years. So, I think we need to keep pressing into the 9/10 grade levels. A WBL data base for the district is an amazing idea and one I'd like to further explore.

Providing resources and inkind donations is extremely helpful. This is also something my students work on when we learn about sports and entertainment marketing and sponsorship. 

The demographics is something I try to pay close attention to. But I have never thought about the size of the business and I know that is something I should analyze and make sure that I am looking at a wide variety of business sizes for my connections for students. 

I learned that it is important to have one of your community partners be a faith based leader. This is not something I have done before. 

By creating a central data base and traking and comparing data year to year. 

Training agreements must be clear, consice and involve input from all parties. 

It is important to treat businesses that support WBL program as a true partnership and not just expect them to allow students into their business without inviting them to schools. This way stundets know what to expect from the businessa and learn a broader range of skills and the business is able to get to know students and staff. 

It is important to complete career aptitude tests and other career/skill evaluations. It is also important to connect with your students in order to have a good idea of what their skills and interests are in order to match them to the most appropirate job site.