San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico

In September 2015, Johnson & Johnson with Ethicon, ASPIRA, Inc. de Puerto Rico, and the University of Puerto Rico launched a BTE program in the San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico community. Targeting 50 students (rising tenth graders in school year 2015/16) enrolled at Jose Campeche High School, the three-year program will provide a variety of academic enrichment, career exploration, and higher education preparation opportunities in order to increase the number of students enrolling in higher education and pursuing health careers. Key activities include:

Academic Tutoring. Bi-weekly small group math and science tutoring sessions.
BTE Challenge. Team-based academic competitions.
Educational Workshops. Workshops aimed at improving students' study skills, use community / school resources, and time management, among others.
Work Readiness Workshops. Session aimed at building key employability skills, such as interviewing, resume writing, communication, leadership, teamwork, and personal presentation.
Career / Educational Counseling. Periodical sessions focused career exploration - especially in the health, mathematics, and science careers.
Career Fairs. BTE student-organized career fairs at Jose Campeche High School for all enrolled students; fairs will feature post-secondary and higher education institutions, professionals in math, science and health related careers
Lunch & Learns. Informal learning activities.
Tours & Field Trips. Visits to Ethicon and various post-secondary institutions.
Summer Camp. An intense learning activity during the summer holiday.
College Entrance Exam Tutoring. Intensive College Entrance Exam (PEAU) review sessions.
College Support. Workshops for parents and students on the college and financial aid application processes.
Community Service. Each BTE student will participate in 15 hours to community service per year.

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