EDUCATION


Senator teams up with STRIVE

Senator LeAnna Washington in partnership with MCC, has recently created a mentor program for STRIVE graduates.

As part of the mentor project, Sen. Washington will coach graduates on interviewing techniques, workplace skills and personal development. “I am passionate about this program. It allows me to…

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EMPLOYMENT


Positions open up for Direct Care grads

As of December 28th, three Direct Care graduates, Annetta Stevenson, Chantel Hedgman and Eva Laywhyee are now employed full-time at PHMC’s Interim House West location.

This is a direct result of a newly cultivated relationship with Sara Black, Director of Operations and Anita Williams, PHMC Hiring Manager. Four more students…

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EMERGENCE


Family caregiver gets new start

Life for Felicia Jones was not easy. In June of 1998, her mother suffered a massive stroke, paralyzing her entire right side. At the time, Felicia was working full-time and taking courses at a local college.

With no support from family or friends, Felicia had no choice but to leave school to care for her ailing mother…

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KAREN'S CORNER

“Happy New Year and welcome to the first issue of MCC Highlights.

The newsletter was designed to keep you informed and current on MCC activities.

This is an interactive e-newsletter; please contact me and let me know your thoughts. Enjoy!”

 
ANNOUNCEMENTS

John Rice, "Citizen Hero" – On December 31st, John Rice was named The Philadelphia Inquirer’s “Citizen Hero.”

2005 Annual Report – 2005 Annual Report is now available on our website.

Karen a CN8 Newsmaker During the month of November, Karen was featured on CN8’s Comcast Newsmakers promoting CTI.

CTI now a Microsoft and Novell-certified Partner As a partner, CTI will have full access to their small business resources.

CTI has a New Look!After 3-weeks of non-stop renovations, CTI now has new classrooms, labs, offices and student and faculty meeting rooms. Student open houses will be held January 26 and 28 to celebrate and promote new enrollments.

Free Tax Service at MCC Throughout the 2006 tax season, volunteers from the Campaign for Working Families will host free tax services at our Germantown site.

Business Boutique Renovations – In December, volunteers from the United Synagogue Youth (USY) congregation helped with MCC’s Business Boutique renovations.


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