SANFORD I. WEILL INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

The Sanford I. Weill Institute for Lifelong Learning promotes the transition from school to work by giving students, staff and parents exposure to a variety of careers and training in specific skills required to enter the job market. It connects the school with resources in the New York City community. Its purpose is to:

• Provide for participation by a broad spectrum of individuals including government, labor, higher education, non–profit and corporate representatives
• all students from the High School of Economics and Finance and their parents
• students and teachers from Academy of Finance programs in New York City and elsewhere
• employees from New York City participating firms
• Enrich the high school setting by replicating a corporate organization and providing a variety of work experiences.
• Organize and administer work experience for students. The Weill Institute staff identifies jobs and places students. Students must complete a series of "learning to work" documents: application, resume, learning goals, logs and business letters.
• Provide professional development for teachers in methods of teaching, economics and finance, and technology. Access to a network of teachers and professionals in finance supports the faculty as they design and implement their lessons and consider effective practices.
• Provide adult learning for parents, staff and community members in economics and finance, technology and job preparation skills.
• Offer seminars and workshops, ranging from one–time guest appearances, shorts series, one– term or year–long courses taught by industry leaders.
• Organize research projects in finance, economics and other areas.
• Offer and supervise internships, apprenticeships, mentorships and job–shadowing experiences
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How the Weill Institute Works
Weill Institute activities take place on Wednesday afternoons as part of the normal school day. Seminars run in eight–week Modules and vary over time. Not only do they focus on finance, but they also enable students to expand their cultural horizons and improve their academic skills. Students select those they wish to attend. All students must submit a signed parental consent that allows them to take part in all Weill Institute activities at the school and at external locations in New York City. Students are expected to "Dress for Business" every Wednesday.

Links:
2007–2008 Calendar
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