Middle College Honors Sixth Class of Graduates
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jackie Hall, 608.249.9001 MADISON, Wisc.–The 2015-16 class of Middle College, a tuition-free, dual-credit education program, walked across the stage to celebrate their accomplishments in completing the three-semester workforce training program. This marks the sixth anniversary of the program, which prepares high school students for career pathways including healthcare, manufacturing and culinary arts. Students learn […]
First Participants of Jail Reentry Program Graduate
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Windows to Work Graduation MADISON, Wisc. / May 31, 2016 – Dane County Sheriff David Mahoney, along with County Executive Joe Parisi are proud to introduce the first Windows to Work graduates. On Tuesday, May 31, 2016 , these men will celebrate the completion of the 17-week program, which is designed to increase their […]
WDBSCW, Partners Honor Graduates of Foundations for the Trades Academy and Area Construction Training Programs
MADISON / April 27, 2016—Construction contractors will have more skilled candidates to consider for their available openings and projects this season with more than 30 new graduates of three Dane County area construction training programs. The training programs include Foundations for the Trades Academy, the Bi-Lingual Construction Training Program and Construct-U. The graduates were deservedly recognized for their efforts with a graduation ceremony […]
WDBSCW to partner with Madison Schools with $400K Joyce Foundation grant
Madison Schools and Partners Awarded National Grant for Personalized Learning High School Pathways Helps Students Create Roadmap to Success MADISON / April 15, 2016–The Madison School District, together with Madison College, the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin, the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce and the City of Madison, announced today that the partnership […]
RFP for WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Services Now Available
The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW) announces the availability of grant funds and requests proposals to provide workforce development services under the provisions of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). To view the available RFP and pertaining application information, visit http://wdbscw.org/requests-for-proposals/.
Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) Local Plan now available for public comment
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires each workforce development board (WDB) to develop and submit, in partnership with the local chief elected official, a comprehensive four-year plan to the State of Wisconsin. The Local Plan reflects the current and future strategies and efficiencies that the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin will use […]
Middle College Student Recognized with MBA Award
The Dodge County Manufacturing Business Alliance held its first awards breakfast at the Juneau Community Center on February 25. Those receiving awards included Beaver Dam High School senior Raven Salzer, who was recognized with the youth in manufacturing award. Salzar is a second-year student of the WDBSCW-administered Middle College program. For the full story, go here.
WDBSCW Issues New Requests for Proposals
The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin announces the availability of grant funds and requests proposals for workforce development services under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act for its One Stop Operator contract and for an Out-of-School Youth Program contract. The RFPs and additional information are available at www.wdbscw.org/requests-for-proposals.
Release: WDBSCW to Offer Assistance, Resources to Workers Affected by Area Workforce Reductions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Pat Schramm, pschramm@wdbscw.org or Danica Nilsestuen, dnilsestuen@wdbscw.org, 608.249.9001. Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin to Offer Assistance, Resources to Workers Affected by Area Workforce Reductions MADISON, WI, November 24, 2015 – The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin (WDBSCW) announces the availability of workforce services and resources for workers […]
Request for Proposals available for Foundations for the Trades
The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin announces the availability of grant funds and requests proposals for workforce development services for its Foundations for the Trades training program under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. The RFP and additional information is available at www.wdbscw.org/requests-for-proposals.