BECOMING A STUDENT-ASSOCIATE

In CAPS, student-associates are encouraged to to explore different perspectives, brainstorm ideas, and collaborate with their peers. By providing them with the freedom to experiment and take risks, they can develop skills that are crucial for their future careers.

By focusing on finding real solutions to community business projects, CAPS enables student-associates to directly engage with the problems faced by local businesses. This not only fosters pratical experience, but also presents an opportunity for student-associates to contribute meaningfully to their community’s growth.

Problem solving in CAPS involves identifying challenges, analyzing them, and devising effective strategies to overcome them. By focusing on problem solving, student-associates develop critical thinking skills, enhance their creativity, and learn how to approach complex project in a practical way.

This cornerstone also promotes resilience and adaptability among student-associates. It teaches them to view setbacks and obstacles as opportunities for growth and improvement.

Durable skills, also known as transferrable or soft skills, are essential abilities that can be applied across various contexts and careers. These skills are not only valuable in the workplace but also in personal and social settings. These skills go beyond technical knowledge and encompass a range of interpersonal, communication and professional abilities that are vital for any work environment, thus preparing student-associates for future success.

In CAPS, career exploration provides student-associates with the opportunity to explore a wide range of career options and gain exposure to different industries and job roles. This cornerstone exists to help student-associates in their journey of self-discovery, decision-making, and preparation for their future careers. Through interactions with experts, mentors, or professionals in the community, student-associates can establish connections that may open doors to future internship opportunities, job placements, or mentorship relationships; providing valuable guidance as they navigate their career paths beyond high school.