Our students will learn to grow food for themselves and others in their community using ecologically informed methods of farming while also learning management and business skills appropriate for small-scale production.
Students will also engage in programs and curriculum where they can gain a foundation, build key skills, and broaden their knowledge in highly practical and experiential context. Read on to learn more about opportunities at York College.
Our concept for the CoreSelf is the creation of a “CoreSelf Learning Pod,” made up of the student, faculty advisor, social worker and a community mentor.
CoreSelf aims to bridge the gap from high school to college and on to a professional, career experience. Using a strength-based approach, students will develop their sense of self identity, purpose, grit and drive.
General education credits are embedded within the CoreSelf program that utilize computer based learning, Pod meetings, and one-on-one sessions.
The Skills Academy is focused on teaching building and mechanical trades including developing foundational, technical hand-skills, along with the means, methods and processes required for modern vocational and manufacturing aptitudes.
From skilled crafts, stage production, to material handling, lumber-mill operation and traditional construction, the Skills Academy is focused on providing opportunity to develop methods and processes of becoming a skilled craftsperson.
The Environmental Academy is focused on addressing the issues around climate change that will impact underserved communities. From solar and alternative energy solutions to waste management and water resource we aim to train tomorrow's environmental thought leaders.
Where computer design meets our built environment. The Maker Space teaches the student to master the use of computer controlled fabrication machines. Mastery and innovative use of CNC machines, drone operation and repair, and 3-D printing.
Managing land and its uses is the broad focus here. From becoming a land developer, understanding land use law and the ideas of conservation and bringing equity to land use policy.