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economist edocattqw2000 preparing young people for life outside the classroom nq as manager training and human resources for junior achievement of canada and a former human resource specialist with bell canada nancy creede has made hun dreds of hiring decisions today nancy shares her wisdom about what young people can do to better their chances of finding success in the world beyond the classroom q what skills are essential for success in todays workplace a technical skills are needed to get your foot in the door but most hiring deci sions are made based on an individuals soft skills ie oral and written communi cation leadership organization and plan ning interpersonal skills and a desire to learn q what skills will be important in the workplace of tomorrow a as the work place changes so to must employees businesses need people to keep on learning the technical knowl edge you have now will be obsolete with in a few short years therefore an appre ciation for life long learning and- a desire to stay on top are very important qualities with businesses changing rapidly employers look for enterprising innova tive and achievement oriented employ ees entrepreneurial skills are an essential quality in today and tomorrows work force in todays workplace we are constantly bombarded by information as the amount of information increases planning and organi zational skills become more vital q what skills do most young people lack when enter ing the job market a many young people lack a clear understanding of how businesses function this is because part time employers dont usually explain how their businesses work they only expect young people to pre form singular tasks young people also lack an appreciation for customer focus which is essential for strategic thinking and business planning young people need to realize that without the customer there is no business only when young people understand both business practice and theory can they begin to take more initiative and develop an entrepreneurial attitude q from your knowledge of ja how does it contribute to success in the work place a ja helps young people see the big picture they learn about marketing finance production management and decision making they discover how they fit into the business mix jas personal and career planning helps young people see the steps that are required and the skills needed to get to where they want to go the financial plan ning element of jas programs gives stu dents a better understanding of the costs of living and helps them learn to budget at the high school level ja students work in teams to create and manage busi nesses to succeed they must learn to work together with the help of business mentors students improve their commu nication organization and leadership skills they also become more confident these programs encourage students to become achievement oriented when the time comes to make it in the real world ja students have the edge needed to make a successful transition they know the ins and outs of business and have already developed many requi site skills for more information on how to have a ja program in your school please call junior achievement of canada at 1-800- 2650699 or email programsjacanorg town centre montessori private schools as one of canadas iargestmontessoribased private schools town centre montessori private schools is committed to helping students reach their full potential since 1986 the school has provided preschool elementary and high school students witha well rounded education in traditional subject areas in addition to its strong academic focus town centre montessori private schools also teaches good work habits organizational skills and the importance of teamwork in achieving goals specific subject areas include comprehensive math and language programs social sciences physical education computers french and music our elementary and high school athletes also participate in a competitive sports league with other schools in and around the gta town centre montessori also provides a very popular summer school program preschool students are offered a combination of the montessori program with fun summer day camp expenenceselementary students will participate in an academic town centre montessori private schools recently earned a 1999 headers choice award by the readers of the markham economist ajmmunityofuiealueof6umluaitiona programs says marianne vanderlugt director oflown centre montessori pnvate schools another indicator of the schools strength is the construction ofabrand new lower school campus near den ison and kennedy in markham slated to open in september 200- 1 approximately 1 200 students are currently enrolled at the school s 7 a- i twomarkhambasedcampusestheschoolsprogramsareoffered the head office and main campus of town centre montessori primtesdioohamlocatedatl55cbndrweinmarldmmand canbe readied at 905 4701200 oryou may view their website ativwwtempscom town centre montessori private schools best montessori i private school 19ss rotors lijbte award i 80000 square foot facility on a 5 acre campus sports fields bright spacious classrooms two gymnasiums science and computer labs library ballet music and art studios auditorium iviontessori pre school ages 2 to 6 years half or full day low studentteacher ratio reading writing and math emphasized science geography history french introduction music and art classes indoor gym program computer introduction enrollment year round elemfniarypri we school grades 1 to 8 high academic standards low studentteacher ratio high school preparation daily french classes music and recorder lessons computer studies physical education and competitive sports teams enrollment year round secondary private school grades 9 to 12 and oac university preparation individualized academic programs small classes private tutoring available personalized report cards eslvisa student programs competitive sports teams and clubs delfliouse i iljxl r r r l comprehensive extracurriculvr actm i ies i piano theory lessons ballet 1 chess club art classes martial arts gymnastics kindergym choir recorder swimming sports drama tutorial study hall band choir recorder sewing club summer school language classes french italian mandarin cantonese no cost for extended cake hours 700am630pm bus service available ipliiia v rcps go d n o n hops iv for more information or to schedule a visit ft1 toanvof the schools please call ismk 4701210