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Oregon State Senator Janeen Sollman & Community Members Work With Students on Job Skills

A few days ago a few Forest Grove community members joined students at Tuality Plains High School as they learned about preparing to apply for jobs. Community members helped to polish cover letters, hone resumes, and practice interview skills. For the volunteers, the experience was as rewarding for them as it was for the students. Russ Peters shared that he found immense value in the process, saying that he loved working with the students and giving back, even admitting that the interaction "gets him out of his comfort zone."
 
The students also had the exciting opportunity to host Oregon State Senator Janeen Sollman, who came back to her old stomping grounds to inspire the next generation. "I love working with these students and it brings me full circle as I am a graduate of FGSD," Senator Sollman remarked, adding that she was considerably impressed by the caliber of the students she worked alongside.
 
Students saw the value of working with those who have real-world experience. Jesus Lugo, who spent time refining his resume, appreciated the unique perspective the visitors brought to the table. He noted that he enjoyed working with Mr. Peters because he helped him improve his resume and "liked that he had already been through it all and could offer real-world insight."
 
 
student and community member engaging in a conversation Community member Mr. Peters works with student at computer
Senator Sollman working with a student at her computer Senator Sollman speaking with student and Howard Sullivan at table
 

Hace unos días, varios miembros de la comunidad de Forest Grove se unieron a los estudiantes de la escuela secundaria Tuality Plains para ayudarlos a prepararse para solicitar empleo. Los miembros de la comunidad ayudaron a perfeccionar las cartas de presentación, pulir los currículos y practicar las habilidades para las entrevistas. Para los voluntarios, la experiencia fue tan gratificante como para los estudiantes. Russ Peters compartió que encontró un valor inmenso en el proceso, diciendo que le encantó trabajar con los estudiantes y contribuir a la comunidad, e incluso admitió que la interacción lo "saca de su zona de confort".

Los estudiantes también tuvieron la emocionante oportunidad de recibir a la senadora estatal de Oregón, Janeen Sollman, quien regresó a su antiguo colegio para inspirar a la próxima generación. "Me encanta trabajar con estos estudiantes y esto cierra un ciclo para mí, ya que soy exalumna del distrito escolar de Forest Grove", comentó la senadora Sollman, y agregó que estaba muy impresionada por la calidad de los estudiantes con los que trabajó.

Los estudiantes reconocieron el valor de trabajar con personas con experiencia en el mundo laboral. Jesús Lugo, quien dedicó tiempo a perfeccionar su currículo, apreció la perspectiva única que aportaron los visitantes. Comentó que disfrutó trabajando con el Sr. Peters porque lo ayudó a mejorar su currículo y "le gustó que él ya hubiera pasado por todo esto y pudiera ofrecerle una visión práctica del mundo laboral".