This episode, Education Matters is proud to present a new campaign by the Future Workforce Alliance called “Get NOT Out of Your Life”. FWA intends to significantly increase the percentage of working-aged adults who attain degrees, earn certificates, or complete other advanced training beyond high school that has a direct relevance to the region’s workforce. Listen in as Lamar and Tracy are joined for further info by some key players in this initiative and learn what you can do to assist helping this program succeed!

The 2012 Catawba County Early Childhood Conference will be Saturday September 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Tarlton Complex at CVCC. The conference is titled “Back to School Blast: Building Better Bodies and Brains” and features Dr. Jean Feldman. Visit www.catawbakids.com today to register. Registration is $25 by September 7 and $30 by September 21. Registration includes a box lunch, door prizes and training materials.