May 2003
Contact: Holly Brooker
(845) 255-1450 xt.1301

Ulster County students who will be entering Grades 8-10 in September are invited to explore opportunities in non-traditional careers during a free Trading Places Summer Camp being held at the Ulster BOCES Career & Technical Center on Route 9W in Port Ewen. Two sessions will be offered from 9 AM to 12 Noon, Monday through Friday. Session 1 dates are July 7 through July 18, and Session II dates are July 21 through August 1.

The Trading Places Summer Camp is free to Ulster County students and will feature activities, including hands-on workshops and a chance to meet experts in non-traditional job roles.

Scheduled workshops for girls include Manufacturing Technology, Auto Technology, Computer Repair, Motorcycle Repair, and Welding. Boys can explore their options in Early Childhood Development. The Trading Places Summer Camp is funded by a grant from Ulster County Tech Prep.

Space is limited. For registration details, contact Evelyn Torres (etorres@mhric.org) at the Career & Technical Center at Lake Katrine at (845) 382-1281 or download a registration application. Don’t let your child miss out on this opportunity to expand his or her understanding of the opportunities available in today’s workforce. Registration deadline is June 25.