Deep East Texas Manufacturing Alliance

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🚨Attention area manufacturers…. See the opportunity below to help fill some of your open positions!

📣February DETMA meeting 📆 February 15 4:30-6:00 PM

The Texas Education Agency is providing an opportunity for anyone interested in participating in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) work group for courses within the new Engineering program of study. CTE TEKS Review Work Group Application for Engineering In 2024, the State Board of Education (SBOE) is scheduled to begin the review and revision of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for a set of career and technical education (CTE) courses for a new Engineering career cluster. The review will include courses for the following programs of study: Engineering Foundations Engineering Design Process Introduction to Fluids Introduction to Mechanics of Materials Introduction to Statics Programming for Engineers Practicum in Engineering Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Aerospace Design I and II Mechanical Design I and II Civil Engineering Construction Engineering and Management Civil Engineering I and II Surveying The SBOE’s TEKS review and revision process requires the direct participation of educators, parents, business and industry representatives, and employers. The SBOE is now accepting applications for the 2024 CTE TEKS review engineering work groups. TEKS review work groups will convene in Austin for two to three face-to-face meetings which may include Saturdays. Additional days or virtual meetings may be scheduled if needed. TEA reimburses work group members for their travel and meal expenses. Work group members will be expected to complete an online orientation session and may be asked to complete pre-work exercises prior to their meetings. To access the application and more information regarding the 2024 CTE TEKS review for engineering, please visit the 2024 CTE TEKS Review: Engineering webpage. The ideal applicant will have knowledge and experience in these specific engineering fields. We encourage educators to forward this information to qualified individuals within their networks. Priority will be given to applications received before February 9, 2024. Questions regarding the application or TEKS review process may be sent via email to teks@tea.texas.gov.

📢 Calling on DETMA! 🤝 Dr. Johnson from Lufkin High School’s Gear-Up program needs your support with mock interviews for students. 🗓️ Jan 31st (4-5 pm) & Feb 1st (during lunch and after school). Each interview is 10 mins. Can you lend a hand? 🙌 Contact Josh Fleming for details. 📞 936-955-2627 #CommunitySupport #VolunteerOpportunity #EducationMatters

Exciting opportunity! Join us at the Deep East Texas Manufacturing Alliance Meeting on 1/18 at Angelina College’s Community Service Building, Room 104 from 4:30-6:00 PM. Connect, collaborate, and stay ahead in the manufacturing industry. See you there! #ManufacturingAlliance #NetworkingEvent #DeepEastTexas

📣 News from DETMA! 📣 Dear Manufacturing Enthusiasts, As the holiday season approaches, we'd like to inform you about a small change in our meeting schedule. Starting January 2024, DETMA meetings will resume on the 3rd Thursday of each month. This shift allows us to accommodate the upcoming holiday schedule and ensure everyone can participate without any conflicts. We look forward to kicking off the new year with fresh insights, collaborations, and opportunities in the world of manufacturing. See you all in January! #DETMA #ManufacturingAlliance #NewYearNewSchedule #NetworkingOpportunities 🛠🏭✨

Register today to participate in this hands on experience for local students.