Helping Your Teen Overcome Anxiety and Depression
Wednesday, October 27, 2021, 8:00-9:00 pm. Helping Your Teen Overcome Anxiety and Depression - In this interactive, engaging, and judgment-free workshop, national mental health speaker and author, Zach Westerbeck, will share his story of hitting rock bottom and how he learned to overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, and thoughts of suicide. During the workshop, you will learn the fundamental tools you need to help support your child through their mental health struggles.. Come prepared to ask questions and openly discuss your teen's mental health. This program is most suitable for parents with children between the ages of 14-24.
Zach Westerback is a mental health advocate, national speaker, College Success Coach, and author of You're Not Alone. He was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder in 2016. During that time period, he experienced severe anxiety, deep depression, and thoughts of suicide. After hitting his rock bottom moment, he sought help and started to recover. Through his recovery process, he became Mental Health First Aid certified and now travels the country educating thousands of students on the fundamentals of mental health and recovery.
Careers at SC Department of Transportation
Friday, October 29, 2021 10:00-11:00 am
This virtual program is geared towards students, parents, and educators who want to learn about careers with SC Department of Transportation. Some of these career fields include civil engineering, structural engineering, surveyors, construction inspectors, and utility engineers. Participants will learn about current and future workforce trends, industry growth, required education and skills sets, employer expectations, work-based learning opportunities and more.
ACT College/Career Planning
Saturday, October 30, 2021 11:00 am-1:30 pm - My Journey: A Free Virtual Event for Students and Parents - For those wanting to know more about the college and career planning process? We’re here to help. ACT® is hosting a free virtual event this fall to answer your questions about planning for and transitioning to college and career. Sign up here to receive more information as details develop.
Lexington Library Internship
spring, summer, fall semesters. Click here for application.
Must work an average of 10 hours per week; evenings and weekends
Wednesdays-Thursdays 4:30-7:30 pm and Saturday 1:30-5:30 pm
Applications due Monday, November 1
December ACT® Test Deadline Is November 5th
Registration Info
Our Future In Mind: Mental Health Summit, Students and Parents
Friday, November 5, 2021, 5:00 pm-8:00 pm EST and Saturday, November 6, 2021, 12:00 noon-6:00 pm
Mental Health America and IDONTMIND, in partnership with Youtube, present Our Future In Mind: Mental Health Summit, a live free two-day event this November 5 and 6. The first of its kind, this event will give you a front-row seat to the stories behind some of the biggest movements in mental health and the tools you will need to be part of the change.
Find your place in mental health advocacy
Whether you’re new to the world of mental health or already have the next great idea, our goal is to help you figure out where your voice and skills can fit in. Just bring your interest and passion to the table.
Nothing for us without us
For decades, young people have taken the initiative and fought for the mental health care they need and deserve. Young people just like you. This is your opportunity to hear their stories and join their fight for a better world.
Be inspired by diverse voices
Our sessions will cover a variety of topics like equity and disability in mental health, using social media for good, and LGBTQ+ leadership and wellness. You’ll learn from open and honest conversations with a diverse group of artists and actors, TikTokers, YouTubers, mental health experts, and more.
The entire two-day summit will be streamed live on Youtube.
Register here.
Michelin Scholars Program For Electronic Engineering Tech
Wednesday, December 1, 2021, 9:30 am, 1:00 pm - Michelin Scholars Info Session at Lexington Technology Center - 2421 Augusta Highway Lexington, SC 29072 For all students and guardians interested in knowing more about the Michelin Scholars program. OFFERS FREE TUITION AND BOOKS AS WELL AS 20-HOURS REQUIRED PART TIME WORK PER WEEK.
Sign up here to attend the information session to find out more about the recruitment process and what an Electronic Engineering Technician does at Michelin.
Good candidates for this program are students with strong math, science, and reading comprehension skills who are enrolled in Industrial Mechanical Maintenance or Mechatronics Technology at Midlands Technical College.
To be eligible for consideration for the Michelin Scholars Program, seniors must pass an aptitude test administered by Michelin officials (January 21, 2021) and interview with plant representatives.
Michelin Scholars Test
Friday, January 21, 2022, 9:30 am or 1:00 pm - Michelin Scholars Testing - seniors only - Lexington Technology Center - Multi-Purpose Room Sign up here to test Seniors have the opportunity to take the Michelin aptitude test (PTI & Bennett) if they are interested in applying for the Michelin Technical Scholars program. Students must pass both tests offered by Michelin in the same test session in order to become an applicant for the Michelin Scholars Program. Anyone interested is allowed to take the test only 3 times in a lifetime. Students must register and have their permission form submitted to participate.
Career and Technical Education
For an overview of CTE programs in South Carolina click here. To learn about programs Lexington Technology Center offers click here. If you are interested in any of these programs, talk to your school counselor.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Need to Choose a Health Career?
Click here to explore which health care career is right for you.
Learn about careers financial aid, public health, and more!
On your Lex1 Launchpad
On your Lex1 Launchpad
Earn Micro-Credentials for self-study.
October is Careers in CONSTRUCTION Month
JC Wilkie Construction
Susan Wessinger Helton
Email: shelton@lexington1.net
Location: Rosenwald Community Learning Center, Hendrix Street, Lexington, SC, USA
Phone: 803.821.3899
Facebook: facebook.com/Lex.OneWorkBasedLearning
Twitter: @Lex1Wb