Dena Taylor has Retired!

We want to let you know of a change in staff at our office. Our wonderful Program Manager, Dena Taylor, has retired as of June 30th. We are sad for us but very excited for her. She will now have more time to devote to her many passions.

We are very excited that our own Catherine Lachance will be taking over Dena's job of running Fast Track. In this new position, she will still be available to meet with students and troubleshoot problems.

Student Health Center Changes for WIA Students

Starting Monday, June 29th, services you receive at the Student Health Center will have to be paid by you at the time of service. They only accept checks or cash (no credit cards). They will give you a receipt (a walkout statement) which you will submit to Fast Track To Work to be reimbursed by the county.

If you pay with a check, you will need to submit a copy of the front and back of the cleared check along with the Health Center statement and the reimbursement form.

If you pay with cash, the Health Center statement will state that you paid with cash so you only need to submit it with the reimbursement form.

The reimbursement forms are available at the front desk at our office.

$5 Annual State Park Passes for CalWORKs Students

With summer here, you might be going to the State Parks more now. Remember, as a CalWORKs recipient you are eligible to purchase an annual park pass for only $5. Pick up the form at our office, have your ETS worker fill it out and then go to either Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park or the Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park to purchase the pass.

WIA Career Scholarships

Workers Investment Act (WIA) of Santa Cruz County is currently recruiting students interested in pursuing a Career Technical Education (CTE) pathway in labor market demand. This scholarship opportunity may award students up to $6,000, varying amounts depending on individual program costs. WIA funds CTE certificates for one year and most allied health programs for two years. Students are assisted with books, transportation, class fees, vouchers, and more. The program's success is measured by student success: in job acquisition, their ability to stay employed, and in the increase of an individual’s income.

Please come by the Fast Track Office (room 802) to sign up for a new streamlined version of the WIA orientation for quicker access to this amazing scholarship opportunity. You will need to complete a pre packet that will allow you entry at the orientation. Students cannot be concurrently enrolled in Fast Track programs (Cal Success, CalWorks, and WIA). If you have any questions, please call Noemi Gonzalez or Brianne Riggins at 479-5707. Thank you and good luck!

WIA Reimbursement Forms

Since it's getting close to the end of the semester, we thought you may be gathering receipts for reimbursement. We have instructions for submitting your items. These steps must be followed or the County will return your paperwork to our office and will not reimburse you without further documentation. You must also submit the reimbursement form with your receipts and proof of payment. 

You can stop by the office to pick them up or email fasttrack@cabrillo.edu and we'll send them to you via email.

Women's Clothing Giveaway

That's right, we are giving away clothes!

We are excited to offer you a chance to pick out some really great women's clothing donated by  The Wardrobe. These clothes are nearly new and many would be great for job interviews. Come check it out next week.

Thursday, May 21st
9:00 to 2:00
In front of the Library on the Aptos Campus


The Wardrobe is located downtown Santa Cruz at 113 Locust Street.

Graduating Students

Student Affairs will be loaning out caps and gowns for the June 5th, 2009 graduation ceremony. You may pick up a form at Student Affairs titled "Graduation Cap and Gown Loan Contract." Bring it to our office to get our signature and then return to the form to Student Affairs. They will then issue you a cap and gown. Questions? call 479-6571.

CalWORKs Study Hours

On your Hourly Activity Records forms you are now able to count 2 hours of study time for every 1 hour of class lecture; this is unsupervised study time. You may claim these hours in addtion to supervised study time. Please use the forms from our office that say "Fast Track To Work Hourly Activities Record" at the top. Stop by the office to pick up a new April form.

Reminders

- You may now register for Summer classes. The schedule is online only. You may register via HalkTalk by calling 479-4295 or via WebAdvisor online.

- The Fall schedule is now online. See "Here's a preview of the full Fall 20009 Schedule." It is below the Spring and Summer schedules. Registration for Fall classes begins May 4th for EOPS/DSPS students and May 11th for continuing students.

- Our office hours have changed. We are now closed for our office meeting on Tuesdays from 11:00 to 1:00. Other days remain the same: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:00 to 12:00 and 1:00 to 5:00. Friday 8:00 to 12:00

WIA Scholarship Balance Tracking

It is your responsiblity to keep track of your own scholarship balance. Contact your ETS to get your current balance and then use this form. It will do the math for you!

Graduation Petition Deadline

If you will be graduating this spring semester remember to meet with a counselor to file a Graduation Petition. The deadline to have your name added to the graduation program is April 11. Graduation ceremonies are on June 5th. You may participate even if you still have one summer class to finish.

Lisa Joins Fast Track

We are so happy to welcome Lisa Kleinfeldt to Fast Track To Work as our Office Specialist!

You probably already know Lisa as she has been our student assistant for the last year, but now she is working full time in the front with Kate. After Noemi left, we had an opening and Lisa was the perfect fit. Welcome Lisa!

Summer and Fall Class Schedules

SUMMER
The schedule for Summer classes should be posted on the Cabrillo website on March 16. This schedule will NOT be printed.

Session dates are:
June 22 - August 1 (six week session)
June 22 - July 18 (4 week session)

Continuing Students may register starting April 13.


FALL
The schedule for Fall classes should be posted on the Cabrillo website on April 25.

Semester dates: August 31 - December 19

Early registration (EOPS/DSPS) begins May 4
Continuing students may register starting May 11.

Noemi is Leaving FTTW

Monday, February 23 will be our wonderful Noemi Gonzalez' last day here at Fast Track To Work. She has decided to pursue employment closer to home. We are all very very sad to see her go :(

If you are on campus Monday, stop by to say goodbye.