Work Force Development Center A Resource Center for our Future

SPRING 2017 NEWSLETTER

STUDENT’S CORNER

Cody J. of Kamiak HS “I came to WFDC because it was an opportunity to take advantage of. Joining WFDC was an amazing thing that happened to me because I am learning new things every day and meeting new people. The employees are nice and care about each other and teamwork. I never thought I would be doing stuff like this – it’s not just for work – its also helping me to get credits for school. This experience has been phenomenal – I like to be at WFDC every day and seeing the people I work with. I am really thankful for everything. I wouldn’t have done it without the help and support to take advantage of this program. It will lead to something more – to graduate high school first and then unlock many doors.”

A Message from Our CEO I would like to thank the City of

Everett Planning and Community Development

Department for their unwavering support of

the WFDC Aerospace Assembly Apprenticeship

Program! We have been awarded a 2017

Human Needs Grant to support Everett youth

apprenticeships.

I would also like to take this

opportunity to extend a profound THANK

YOU! to the local businesses below who are

consistent supporters of our Annual Charity

Golf Tournament (see the flier on page 4):

Cole Wathen Leid Hall P.C. – Pin Flag Sponsorship

Blazing Bagels – for Bagels & Schmear!

Puetz Golf – for KP Prizes and

Tournament Gift Cards

Pepsi Co. – for soft drinks and Aquafina

As well as our new friends who are sponsoring

our tournament:

Shine On Signs and

Graphics - Pin Flag Sponsorship

~Dave Trader WFDC CEO

What’s New at WFDC? JANUARY 1/13/2017 - We would like to take the opportunity, on behalf of the Board, staff and Kamiak and Mariner High School Student Apprentices of Work Force Development Center (WFDC), to express our sincere gratitude for the generous and unwavering support of the City Council and Mayor of Mukilteo. For the past two years, via the Community Support Grant process, the Mukilteo Finance Committee, City Council members and Mayor have offered support to the disabled, economically disadvantaged and at risk high school students participating in our Aerospace Assembly Mechanic Apprenticeship Program at WFDC. We are currently providing apprenticeships to 9 Mukilteo School District students who will receive training and high school credit while earning minimum wage during their high school day. Upon graduation, these young people will also receive job placement assistance from WFDC. Last year, the City of Mukilteo Community Support Grant funded Emergency Preparedness Kits for our apprentices. This year, the City of Mukilteo Community Support Grant will put new Palm Drills into the apprentices’ hands to expand the scope and efficacy of their apprenticeship hours here at WFDC. Words cannot suffice to express the gratitude of the staff and students when they see, in such concrete ways, the caring and commitment of the leadership of the community in which they live. Thank you for making such a meaningful contribution to those who need it most.

FEBRUARY 2/13/2017 – WFDC welcome 23 new student trainees to our Aerospace Assembly Mechanic Apprenticeship Program who hail from ten schools across Snohomish County. These new trainees will join the 47 student trainees already working on the production floor in late March. 2/28/2017 – WFDC won the 2017 Human Needs grant to support our Aerospace Assembly Apprenticeship Program from the City of Everett Planning and Community Development Department MARCH 3/3/2017 A wonderful time was had by all who attended our 25

th Anniversary Open House! We had

parents, school liaisons, former Trainees, representatives from Boeing, Skills Inc., Approach Management as well our board members in attendance. A special thank you goes out to NFL alumni Robin Earl (Chicago Bears) and Alonzo Mitz (Seattle Seahawks) who stopped by to sign autographs and encourage our trainees to strive to achieve their dreams. We are so grateful to Everett City Council President Judy Tuohy, City of Mukilteo Mayor Jennifer Gregerson, representing Senator Patty Murray, Ann Seabott and Boeing Senior Manager of the Community Manufacturing Project Joanna Thomson for sharing a few words of encouragement with our trainees as well.

WFDC SAFETY ZONE Please join us in congratulating WFDC Student Trainee Nate R. who won the “Safe at

WFDC” award for February 2017! Nate R. placed a safety suggestion in the suggestion box, which was implemented by the WFDC Safety Committee! As a result, he won a gift card and was recognized at our Monthly Staff Safety Training. We appreciate all suggestions, demonstrating commitment to safety and care for our

trainees and colleagues!

WFDC extends enthusiastic CONGRATULATIONS! to

Nate R. of Marysville Getchell HS!

Nate R. was selected as the WFDC Student Trainee of the

Month for March 2017 based on work ethic and employee

feedback.

Employees praise Nate’s work ethic and team work stating,

“Nate is always on time and ready to work. He is a pleasure to

have in our area and to teach new things. He always asks for

help when appropriate.” “Nate is a hard worker and very

conscientious about his work.” “Nate is really good at what he

does and is able to understand tasks quickly.” “Nate is good at

staying on task and always asks good questions.” “Nate is a

great worker and gets his jobs done on time.”

CONGRATULATIONS Nate!

January 2016

TRAINEE OF THE MONTH

Seattle Seahawk alum Randall Morris

plays golf with Puetz Golf Sponsors

WFDC extends enthusiastic CONGRATULATIONS!

to Cody J. of Kamiak HS! Cody J. was selected as the WFDC Student Trainee of the

Month for January 2017 based on work ethic and employee

feedback.

Employees praise Cody’s work ethic and team work stating,

“Cody is a good student trainee. He asks questions when he

doesn’t know something. I enjoyed working with him.”

“Cody is an excellent worker and quick learner. It was great

working with him.” “Cody was an easy to teach student

who quickly grasped what he was being asked to do. At

times, he completed jobs to perfection so quickly, before I

even had a chance to check on him.”

CONGRATULATIONS Cody!

January 2017 TRAINEE OF THE MONTH

March 2017 TRAINEE OF THE MONTH

WFDC extends enthusiastic CONGRATULATIONS! to Zach S. of

S. Whidbey HS!

Zach S. was selected as the WFDC Student Trainee of the Month for

February 2017 based on work ethic and employee feedback. Employees praise Zach’s work ethic and team work stating, “It is

obvious to all at WFDC that Zach is an extraordinary worker. He has a

positive attitude, shows enthusiasm towards the work, has a passion for

it, is very intelligent but more than that, I’ve noticed that he is an

amazing teacher to his classmates. He is very patient and thorough.

We are all impressed with his gift for teaching.” “Zach is an awesome

worker. He does well without direct supervision.” “Zach is a quick

learner. He asks questions when he isn’t sure about what we are doing.

He easily understands the drawings.” “Zach has a good personality, is

smart and hardworking.” He is responsible and has a good work ethic.

I am happy to work with him. He does a good job.”

CONGRATULATIONS Zach!

February 2017 TRAINEE OF THE MONTH

WFDC extends enthusiastic CONGRATULATIONS! to

Sinath!

Student trainees elected Sinath as Employee of the Quarter

saying, “Sinath is very helpful and I could always count on her

helping me.” “Sinath is the nicest, most dedicated employee I have

ever seen. She definitely helped me the most in everything.” “I

loved working with Sinath. She is very patient, caring and

friendly. She checked in with me often to see how I was doing.”

“Sinath always made sure the wire was completely correct. She

showed me ways to make the job easier.” “Sinath was fun to work

with and helped me learn from my mistakes.” “I believe Sinath

earned this award because she did an amazing job with me and

made me feel like I was in a safe place and that she actually cared

about my well-being.” “Sinath showed me how to do the job

correctly so I wouldn’t mess up. She helped me get things when I

didn’t know where they were. “

CONGRATULATIONS SINATH!

2017 – 1st Quarter Employee of the Quarter

WELCOME FEBRUARY 2017 TRAINEES!

Justin H. of Kamiak HS

Justin H. of Kamiak HS Hugo Q. of Mariner HS

Claudio S. of Getchell HS Jordan A. of Mariner HS Ariana S. of Getchell HS

Mitchel S. of Mountlake Terrace HS

Gabriel R. of Lincoln Hill HS Dallas S. of Lynnwood HS

Mar Jordan A. of Mariner HS iner

HS

Brenden M. & Shaun Y. of Lynnwood HS

Anthony T. of Mountlake Terrace HS

Justin P. of Stanwood HS

Tim M. of Lincoln Hill HS

Brenden M. & Shaun Y. of Lynnwood HS

Cayden N. of Meadowdale HS

John Q. of Sultan HS

David W. of Stanwood HS Charles O. of Lynnwood HS Justin P. of Stanwood HS HS

Work Force Development Center

Fifth Annual Charity Golf Tournament Helping Dreams Take Flight

www.wfdcenter.org

When: Friday, July 21, 2017 8am – 1:30pm Registration begins at 7am. Play begins at 8am Followed by awards and luncheon Where: Nile Golf Course 6601 244th St. SW Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 http://www.nileshriners.org/golf Format: 4-Man Scramble with a Shotgun Start Fees: $125 per person before 7/7 ($150 after 7/7) Includes greens fees, range balls, cart, luncheon, team prizes, refreshments and goodie bags Registration: https://wfdcentergolftournament.eventbrite.com Register an individual golfer or team and sponsor or donate!

Celebrities: Meet & golf with Seattle Celebrities! Alonzo Mitz – Seattle Seahawks 1986-89 Randall Morris – Seattle Seahawks 1984-88 Robin Earl – Chicago Bears 1977-83 Slick Watts – SuperSonics 1974-78

Your Participation Helps Youth Succeed In Life!

Your contribution will help WFDC grow so we can help even more youth who are challenged by disabilities and economically disadvantages. WFDC works with young people throughout the

north Puget Sound region to help them complete high school and become self-sufficient, contributing members of society by teaching them essential life skills, vocational skills, and a strong work ethic. Thank you for making a real difference in the lives of

our community’s youth!!

Event Sponsor: $3,000 ~ covers logo & signage on clubhouse & hole of choice; appropriate recognition and PR on all event media; a celebrity 5th and a foursome w/ luncheon.

Cart Sponsor: $2,000 ~ covers logo & signage on all tournament carts; appropriate recognition and PR on all event media; a celebrity 5th and a foursome w/ luncheon.

Dinner Sponsor: $1,500 ~ covers logo & signage in dining room and on every table; appropriate recognition and PR on all event media; a celebrity 5th and a foursome w/ luncheon.

$50,000 Hole in One Contest Sponsor: $1,200 ~ covers logo & signage at contest hole; appropriate recognition and PR on all event media; a celebrity 5th and a foursome w/ luncheon.

Putting Contest Sponsor: $1,000 ~ covers logo & signage at contest hole; appropriate recognition and PR on all event media; a celebrity 5th and a foursome w/ luncheon.

Longest Drive Contest Sponsor ~ $1,000 ~ covers logo & signage at contest hole; appropriate recognition and PR on all event media; a celebrity 5th and a foursome w/ luncheon.

KP Contest Sponsor ~ $1,000 ~ covers logo & signage at contest hole; appropriate recognition and PR on all event media; a celebrity 5th and a foursome w/ luncheon

Pin Flag Sponsorships ~ $800 ~ covers logo on pin flag at hole of your choice (exclusive of contest holes) and appropriate recognition and PR on all event media and a foursome w/luncheon ($500 without foursome).

Sponsorship Opportunities

Many THANKS to our generous sponsors including: Cole Wathen Leid Hall P.C. - Pin Flag Sponsorship; Shine On Signs & Graphics – Pin Flag Sponsorship; Puetz Golf – Prize Donations; Pepsi – Beverage Sponsorship and Blazing Bagels – Food Sponsorship

For questions or more information regarding the tournament, sponsorships or donations, please contact: Dave Trader at davetrader@wfdcenter.org or (425) 349-1800 ext. 201

WFDC MANAGEMENT TEAM David Trader Scott Kneeland Carmela Morelli CEO Director of Operations Director of HR & Student Svc (425) 349-1800 ext. 201 (425) 349-1800 x202 Safety Coordinator davetrader@wfdcenter.org scottkneeland@wfdcenter.org Grant Writer (425) 349-1800 x205 carmelamorelli@wfdcenter.org Rebecca Kiser Rick Fortier Director of Accounting/Finance Director of QA (425) 349-1800 x203 (425) 349-1800 x206 rebeccakiser@wfdcenter.org rickfortier@wfdcenter.org

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Vicky Hopper – Board President Board Service Since 2008 Brian Pulk – Board Vice-President Board Service Since 2012 Clark Johnson - Treasurer Board Service Since 2012 Daryl Connite Board Service Since 2012 Michael McMurray Board Service since 2015 Kim Larsen-Rider Board Service since 2015 Margaret Daniels Board Service since 2017

WFDC appreciates collaborating with the following schools and districts to

support our 2016-2017 shared students’ growth and job skill acquisition:

SNOHOMISH COUNTY ARLINGTON STANWOOD Arlington HS – 4 trainees Stanwood HS – 14 trainees Lincoln Hill HS – 3 trainees EDMONDS MARYSVILLE Meadowdale HS – 3 trainees Pilchuck HS –3 trainees Mountlake Terrace HS – 5 trainees Getchell HS – 14 trainees Edmonds-Woodway HS – 1 trainee Lynnwood HS – 7 trainees Scriber Lake HS – 1 trainees SULTAN

Sultan HS – 4 trainees MUKILTEO Mariner HS – 4 trainees Kamiak HS – 5 trainees EVERETT Everett HS – 3 trainees SNOHOMISH GOAL – 4 trainees Snohomish HS – 1 trainee MONROE GRANITE FALLS Monroe HS – 2 trainees Granite Falls HS – 9 trainees Crossroads HS – 1 trainee LAKEWOOD Lakewood HS – 1 trainee KING COUNTY ISLAND COUNTY SHORELINE SOUTH WHIDBEY Shorewood HS – 9 trainees South Whidbey HS – 1 trainee

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