Sherwood Park, AB. — Students, families, community members and media are invited to attend an upcoming information session about Elk Island Public Schools’ (EIPS) Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). The program, offered to learners in grades 10 through 12, allows students to gain work experience as an apprentice in a specific trade while also earning credits toward a high school diploma.

Hosted by EIPS and Careers: the Next Generation (NEXTGEN), participants will learn about RAP and how it works, gain insight about new opportunities in the trades—particularly for women—and hear real-life stories from current and past students who enrolled in a RAP placement. Representatives from both EIPS and NEXTGEN will also be on hand to discuss possible placement options.

Event Details:
Date: Feb. 20, 2020
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Salisbury Composite High, cafeteria
                  20 Festival Way, Sherwood Park

EIPS is one of Alberta’s largest school divisions, serving approximately 17,400 students in 43 schools. We are proud to be an integral part of our communities, including Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Vegreville, Strathcona and Lamont counties and the western portion of the County of Minburn.

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For more information contact:
Laura McNabb, Director, Communication Services, EIPS 780-417-8204 cell 780-405-4902