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SCC CAPS Technology Solutions

Fall Semester Newsletter

SCC CAPSTechnology SolutionsFall Semester Newsletter
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Learning Adventure

It is hard to believe that we are in December already and our Fall semester is almost done. Since the CAPS Kick-off event in August, the Tech Solutions strand has had lots of great learning experiences with the goal of providing CAPS associates with career explorations & professional soft skills development opportunities.
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Professional Soft Skills Development

Throughout this semester, associates are learning the importance of developing soft skills that enhance lives and ensure workplace success. Skills such as Communication, Collaboration/teamwork, Innovation/Creativity, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Time/Project Management, and Integrity/Trust are some essential skills that we want all associates to learn, practice & develop this year. Below are some learning experience highlights!

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SLANT- Guest Speaker Protocol

This is a visual reminder of how CAPS associates show respect while interacting with guest speakers.
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Pareto Principle-80/20 Rule

Learning to manage time is very important! It is possible to accomplish goals and complete more tasks within a short amount of time when we are focused!
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Agile & Waterfall

CAPS associates are introduced to key project management methodologies that are utilized in the technology industry.

Team Building Golf Outing Team Building Golf Outing

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Guest Speakers -Career Explorations

Guest speakers are an integral part of the CAPS program! We are fortunate & thankful for many professionals that share their time and expertise with our strand. These professionals provide insights into the various career interests of CAPS associates and provide tips to guide their career development. Below are some guest speaker engagements!
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Becki Feldmann -Commerce Bank

Becki Feldmann shared the importance of personalizing associates' elevator pitches and creating effective LinkedIn profiles for career development.
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Dan Duffy Video Production

CAPS associates had a blast learning about digital storytelling with Dan Duffy Video Productions. This was a great learning experience in preparation for video promotion client projects.
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Mandy Morville-Essential Marketing Group

Mandy engaged CAPS associates with a great hands-on workshop using the Canva platform for design purposes such as creating LinkedIn cover photo designs, website templates, and more.
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Don Harvey-HarvinAR

CAPS associates enjoyed experiencing Augmented & Virtual Reality while learning about the various uses for business applications.
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Mike Meyer -Rise 3D Printing

3D printers are becoming much cheaper to purchase and can be used for many applications from prosthetic limbs to home buildings, food, manufacturing, musical instruments, and anything you can imagine.
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Aaron Gomez -Mastercard

Aaron Gomez, Director of Information Security Engineering at Mastercard shared his career journey & provided practical steps for how students can deepen their interest in the Cyber Security field.

Classroom Experiences Classroom Experiences

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Site Visits

CAPS associates enjoy visiting various businesses & organizations in the St. Louis area to learn how they utilize technology to solve problems. Associates learn about services offered by these companies along with the necessary skills required for hire. We would like to extend our gratitude to Didion Recycling, Masterclock, Inc, Charter Spectrum, Lindenwood University, St. Charles Police Department, Stauder Technologies, Code Ninja-O'Fallon, Computer Paramedics, USA Licensed Bows & Accessories and Hi-Tek Orthotics & Prosthetics.
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Didion Orf Recycling

Associates learned the importance of recycling metals and electronic products during our visit. Thankful for the client project and internship opportunities provided by this great company!

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Charter Spectrum

We spent two incredible days at Charter Communications learning about Cyber Security, Network Engineering, the Basics of Cable TV, and understanding UI/UX Design.

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Masterclock, Inc.

Associates were introduced to the various precision timing systems created by Masterclock, Inc. John Clark, Masterclock CEO is a great advocate of the CAPS program and has offered three internship positions for the next semester.

Lindenwood University -Computer Science Department

Our visit to Lindenwood University was quite memorable! Dr. Naaresh Kshetri & Dr. Angela Holden provided general information about the Cyber Security program while Prof. James Daniels engaged students in a short hands-on networking activity. Dr. Steve Blythe & Dr. Theresa Jeevanjee engaged students in a simple coding activity to get them interested in software programming. Associates enjoyed the Q&A session with current LU students.

St. Charles County Police Department

Our visit to the St. Charles County Police Department is one of the highlights of this CAPS year! It was a great opportunity to learn about the various roles and divisions such as Digital Forensics, Crime Lab, and K-9 Units within the police department. What a great exposure to local government!
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Code Ninja

Ron Heinz, Owner of Code Ninja shared about teaching kids how to learn to code in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment using a game-based curriculum. One of his students just attained his Black Belt level which is the top level possible in their curriculum.
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Stauder Technologies

Greg Lorenz, Director of Engineering is pictured here with the AM CAPS class! Stauder Technologies supports the CAPS program by offering classroom space for the Global Business/Entrepreneurship strand, and by offering internship opportunities.
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HITEK FABRICATION

CAPS associates are interacting with Pepper, the AI Robot that operates as a welcome desk for visitors at HITEK! It is fascinating that a local company in our area has a global reach in providing prosthetics and orthotics equipment.
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Business Client Projects

We have devoted over 45 hours to working on various projects for local businesses and organizations this semester. Projects range from cybersecurity awareness to creating website templates, producing promotional & event videos, and more. Below are some completed projects!

City of Wentzville -Connecting at the Crossroads

The video below is a business-to-business video series that two CAPS associates filmed & edited as their client project with the City of Wentzville. We are grateful for the opportunities for associates to learn about local government through projects, internships, and site visits provided by the City of Wentzville.
Carstar Wentzville Connecting at the Crossroads Video Testimonial

Computer Paramedic -Cybersecurity Awareness

Three CAPS associates interested in Cyber Security as a career worked with Ann Dickherber to create a presentation focused on cybersecurity awareness that includes tips to safeguard people from phishing & smishing attacks. So far the team has presented to several organizations such as the Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce featured below with over 100 people in attendance. Their video presentation will be available to share with the public! Thanks to Ann & Bill Dickherber, owners of Computer Paramedic for their support of the CAPS program.

Mock Interview Day

Thank you to all the professionals and parents who assisted with the 2022 Mock Interview Day! It was an awesome learning experience and interviewing practice for the associates. Check out the highlight video below.
2022 CAPS Mock Interviews Highlight

On the Horizon...

Internships Interviews: December 5-15. CAPS associates are currently interviewing for various internship positions. Final placement for interns will be determined by Monday, December 19.


Winter Break: December 21 - January 4. AM CAPS only on Tuesday, December 20.


Raspberry Pi Project Week: January 5 -12. Associates will research and design various projects using a Raspberry Pi single-chip computer. The best project design will be selected by a team of IT professionals at a showcase event on Wednesday, January 18th.

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Contact US

Email: john.omoresemi@scccaps.org
Website: https://stcharlescountycaps.yourcapsnetwork.org/
Location: Lewis and Clark Career Center, Zumbehl Road, Saint Charles, MO, USA
Phone: 636-362-4051
Facebook: facebook.com/scccaps
Twitter: @scccapstech

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