Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Huge Job Fair at CPCC on March 7th
Huge Job Fair at the Grady Cole Center on 310 N. Kings Drive on Thursday, March 7, 2013 from 10 am to 2:30 pm. Dozens of employers will be there. Professional Dress is required. Bring Resumes.
Leadership Opportunities for Gay Youth in Charlotte, NC
Social And Advocacy
Social ActivitiesTime Out Youth offers a variety of social activities for youth quarterly. Our Youth Senate plays an integral role in the planning and hosting of all social activities Past activities have included: field trips to museums, plays, and movies, as well as larger events such as Lock-In’s, LGBTQ Summer Camp, and our popular LGBTQ Prom.
LGBTQ Prom: Don’t feel comfortable bringing the date of your choosing to you school sponsored Prom? Want to attend a Prom wearing clothes that validate your gender identity? Here’s your chance! Each year over one hundred students from Mecklenburg and surrounding counties attend this event, complete with a local DJ, Prom photos, delicious food, and great company.
First Friday Events: On the first Friday of each month, we hold a special event, whether it’s a potluck dinner, a dance, or just an evening of movies and pizza, these nights are a time for fun and celebration.
Lock-Ins: Twice a year Time Out Youth holds overnight lock-ins. These fun-filled events include movies, karaoke, games, and very little sleep. Check out our Events Calendar for dates and times.
LGBT Summer Camp: This summer day camp will include leadership activities, field trips, games, learning opportunities, and much more fun.
Advocacy and Awareness Events
Advocacy is a core aspect of Time Out Youth’s mission and programming. As an LGBTQ youth center, we advocate on behalf of LGBTQ youth in our community, in schools, and within their families. Youth develop advocacy campaigns and speak out for equal rights and treatment of themselves and/or the LGBTQ community. Time Out Youth provides opportunities for youth to develop leadership skills, raise awareness about the LGBTQ community, help make safer spaces for LGBTQ youth and allies, and advocate for positive social change.
As an agency, we design programming around the following national and local Awareness Days:
Day of Silence - The National Day of Silence is a day of action in which students across the country vow to take a form of silence to call attention to the silencing effect of anti-LGBT bullying and harassment in schools.
Pride Charlotte –This is an opportunity for those who identify as LGBTQ and their allies to come together to create and celebrate our community. For more information please visit www.gaycharlotte.com.
Ally Week - Ally Week, held annually in October, is dedicated to identifying, supporting, and celebrating allies against anti-LGBT bullying and harassment.
National Coming Out Day – Every year, on October 11th, we celebrate with pride the act of coming out as LGBTQ or as an ally. For more information, please visit www.hrc.org.
Transgender Day of Remembrance - Transgender Day of Remembrance, held each year on November 20th, serves as a day to memorialize those whose lives were lost due to anti-transgender fear, bigotry, and hatred.
World AIDS Day - World AIDS Day is held on December 1st each year and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate people who have died.
for more info, go to timeoutyouth.org. The address is 1900 The Plaza and the number is 704 344 8335.
Calendar for GLBT Time Out Youth for March 2013 in Charlotte
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5:30pm Prism - A Discussion Group for Ages 18-26
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3pm Safe Space
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3pm Safe Space
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5pm Youth Senate
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6:30pm Creative Writing
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6:30pm GenderSpace: Asexuality
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6:30pm Art Night w/ Jason W.
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6:30pm Leadership In Action - What Does Leadership Mean?
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5:30pm Prism - A Discussion Group for Ages 18-26
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3pm Safe Space
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3pm Safe Space
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3pm Safe Space
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11am SKITTLES: For 11-14 year olds!
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5pm Youth Senate
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6:30pm Discussion Group: Herpes & Warts: Don't get it.
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6:30pm Q-Tribe: Body Image
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6:30pm Friday Night Event: A Night of Fashion with Chris P.
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1pm GSA Network
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6:30pm Leadership Night: Movie - The Pursuit of Happynes
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5:30pm Prism - A Discussion Group for Ages 18-26
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5pm Youth Senate
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6:30pm Yoga with Joey Barnes
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6:30pm Self-Defense
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6:30pm Friday Event: Laurie's Going Away Party
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6:30pm Young Adult Leaders Meeting
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3pm Safe Space
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5pm Youth Senate
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6:30pm Sustainability with Sustain Charlotte
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6:30pm GenderSpace: Self-Injury
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6:30pm Friday Game Night: Charades
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6:30pm Leadership Night
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5:30pm Prism - A Discussion Group for Ages 18-26
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5pm Youth Senate
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6:30pm Discussion Group: Open Discussion
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6:30pm Q Tribe
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6:30pm Leadership Night
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For more info, go to timeoutyouth.org. The address is 1900 The Plaza and the number is 704 344 8335.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Work Opportunity Credit covers ex-felons, veterans, food stamp recipients, etc
On January 3, 2013, the President signed into law the American Tax Payer Relief Act of 2012 (the Act), which authorizes an extension of the WOTC program. In summary, the Act:
- Extends authorization for all veteran target groups (including those implemented under the VOW to Hire Heroes Act) to December 31, 2013.
- Retroactively reauthorizes all WOTC non-veteran target groups, from December 31, 2011 to December 31, 2013.
- Retroactively reauthorizes the Empowerment Zones, which determines eligibility for the summer youth target group, from December 31, 2011 to December 31, 2013.
- Does NOT reauthorize the Recovery Act disconnected youth and Recovery Act unemployed veteran target groups.
The new forms have arrived: Form 8850, Form 8850 Instructions and Form 9061 These new forms need to be used for any Work Opportunity Tax Credit application filed after October 29, 2012.
Effective November 22, 2011 President Obama signed into law The Vow to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 which extends prior WOTC categories: the Veterans receiving SNAP benefits, Veterans with a service connected disability and Veterans with a service connected disability unemployed for at least 6 months, for a tax credit of up to $9,600 and created a new target group for Unemployed Veterans (similar to the Recovery Act of 2009) unemployed for at least 4 weeks for a tax credit of up to $2,400 or unemployed for at least 6 months for a tax credit up to $5,600.
Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)
- Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC Overview) - Current Designated Groups
- WOTC Group Specifics for Employees Hired On or after January 1, 2012 and before December 31, 2013 (retroactive re-authorization of target groups)
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Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC Overview)
Print Version (PDF, 107KB)
Earn a Federal tax credit per qualified individual hired through the WOTC administered by the Connecticut Department of Labor (DOL) Work Opportunity Tax Credit Unit. It's easy:
- You choose the new employee who is qualified for one of the designated groups.
- There is no limit on the number of people you can hire under this program.
- Only minimal paperwork must be filed to claim a tax credit.
The History of WOTC Group Specifics and Tax Facts for Start Work Dates
| On or after November 22, 2011 and before January 1, 2013 | On or after January 1, 2011, but before November 22, 2011 | On or after January 1, 2009 but before January 1, 2011 |
| Qualified Veteran (VOW to Hire Heroes) | Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) recipient | Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) recipient |
| Ex-felon | Ex-felon | |
| Food Stamp Recipient | Food Stamp Recipient | |
| Designated Community Residents | Designated Community Residents | |
| Summer Youth Employee | Summer Youth Employee | |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipient or Ticket-to-Work holder | Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipient or Ticket-to-Work holder | |
| Qualified Veteran | Qualified Veteran | |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Referral or Ticket-to-Work holder | Vocational Rehabilitation Referral or Ticket-to-Work holder | |
| Long-Term Family Assistance Recipient (Effective January 1, 2007) | Disconnected YouthUse Self-Attestation Form on or after Oct 17/09 |
GED process at CPCC
Student Enrollment Requirements
- Minimum age for enrollment is 16. Minors please click here for additional information.
- Strict attendance policy enforced.
- Students must not be enrolled in a secondary school.
- Students must complete an orientation and assessment to determine academic needs and abilities. Learn more about the TABE assessment here.
- Students must receive a TABE® assessment of 9.0 in reading and math to enroll in GED Preparation classes.
- If a student scores below this, they will be referred to a Foundational Skills class.
Passing the GED Tests provides an opportunity for you to continue your education. In fact. 95% of U.S. colleges and universities accept GED graduates who meet their other qualifications for admission. About 96% of U.S. employers accept the GED credential as equal to a traditional high school diploma, according to recent studies.
GED Courses are offered in traditional class settings, online, and in Learning Resource Centers.
New students, please visit our Intake and Assessment Center to register for classes.
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Steps to a GED® Credential
Enroll
- Visit an Intake and Assessment Center.
- Attend a New Student Orientation.
Prepare
- Enroll in a GED course.
- Study...Study...Study.
- Learn the passing requirement.
- Study sample test questions.
- Complete a Post-Test.
- Take an Official GED® Practice Test (OPT).
- Receive a GED® Referral Form (if your scores on the OPT qualify).
Register
- Attend a Registration Orientation/Information Session (75-90 minutes).
- Required for all first time examinees.
- Location of Registration: Central High Building on the Central Campus in Room 307.
- Time of Registration: It is imperative that students be on time.
- Monday 5:30p.m.
- Wednesday 12:00p.m.
- Thursday 10:00a.m.
- Receive a GED® appointment sheet.
Take
- Arrive 15 minutes prior to appointment time.
- Bring your Appointment Sheet. This will be given to you at the time of registration.
- Students must have the following with them at the time of registration:
- Valid Referral Form - 60 days or less.
- Valid government issued ID (picture ID) such as:
- State issued ID,
- Driver’s License,
- Passport,
- Military ID.
- Receipt for payment of $35.00 testing fee. This should be paid at the cashier’s window on the second floor of the Central High building on the Central Campus prior to registration times. Please note, the $35.00 fee is expected to increase throughout 2013.
- Request accommodations (if available).
- Test in English, Spanish or French.
- French version must be requested at least one month in advance of test date.
After
- Understand your score.
- Test scores are posted on each and every Monday by 12:00PM. These scores are for the exams given the week before they are dated so that students can find the date they tested and look up their score.
- Scores are posted using the last 4 digits of the ID the student presented at the time of Registration.
- We cannot release scores out via phone or e-mail.
- Request GED transcript using the GED Transcript Request Form.
- Make plans for your next steps for college and career!
Checklist for Pre-Registration for the GED
Congratulations! You are now ready to register for the GED® Final Test!
In order to complete paperwork during registration hours,
******All students must arrive on time. Sessions are 90 minutes.*****
Students must bring:
- Proof of payment receipt for the $25.00 testing fee. Per NCCCS, the fee to take the GED Final Exam will be $35 effective January 1, 2013. Students who have taken one or more tests will not be affected by this change. Students testing for the first time will pay the new $35 amount. This fee is to offset the OSS scoring fee which has increased.
- This is obtained from the Cashiers Office located on the 2nd floor in the Central High Building on Central Campus.
- The location of each Cashiers Office will differ by campus.
· VALID State Driver’s License, Valid State I.D., Military I.D. or Passport.
· VALID GED Pre-Test Referral, not older than 60 days.
· A Release Form. This is only required for minors 16 and 17 years of age.
Registration Days and Times
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Students needing ONLY to Re-Test, must come to Central High 356 on Tuesdays from 10:00a.m. – 11:30a.m.
GED®
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Adult High School Diploma
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Eligibility to Enter Program
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Minimum of 9th grade proficiency level in reading and math on the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE).
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Minimum of 9th grade proficiency level in reading and math on the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE); Previous transcript evaluation with counselor.
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16 years old.
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Military Restrictions
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Please visit www.cpcc.edu/ccr/military for additional information.
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Strict attendance policy enforced.
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Required courses are based on transcript evaluation from the high school you last attended. They may include:
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How to expunge a record in NC (from two contributors on eHow)
Disclaimer: This information may be subject to change as the law changes. Verify information of this importance with a licensed attorney before beginning this legal process.
Having a clean criminal record has become increasingly important in today's world. Companies, schools, banks and other entities routinely run background checks on applicants, and a felony conviction can spoil a great opportunity. North Carolina law provides for the pardon of a felony by the governor if the applicant "has maintained a good reputation in their community following the completion of his or her sentence of a criminal offense." The pardon does not erase the felony from your record, but you can pursue expungement if you are granted a pardon.
By Traci Bridges, eHow contributor
Instructions
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Apply in writing to the governor for a pardon. There are three types of pardons: pardon of forgiveness, pardon of innocence and unconditional pardon. You cannot apply until at least five years after you've completed your sentence. You can apply yourself or you can hire an attorney to apply on your behalf. Include with your application a statement explaining why you are applying for a pardon, a copy of your indictment, verdict and court judgment. The governor will review your application and decide whether to issue a pardon. If you are granted a pardon, you can pursue expungement.
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Have your attorney file an application for expungement with the North Carolina judicial branch. There will be an application fee, but it typically runs no more than $75. Judicial branch officials will have the North Carolina Special Bureau of Investigation (SBI) conduct a background investigation. The SBI will provide the judicial branch with a full report of their investigation.
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Answer any additional questions the judicial branch may ask. Your attorney will help you contest any inconsistencies or any objections to expungement in the report. The judicial branch will review your application, the facts of your case, the circumstances surrounding your crime and the SBI's report, then decide whether you meet the standards for expungement.
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Ask for certified copies of the pardon order, as well as the expungement order. You should request extra copies in case questions about your record arise in the future.
How to Get a Felony Off Your Record in North Carolina
It really could happen to anyone; a poor choice, an impulsive decision, caught in circumstances never imagined, and before you know it you have a felony conviction on your record. One moment in time can totally change your life. While North Carolina restores many civic rights for those who serve felony sentences, you lose your right to posses a gun, you may be turned down for adoption, loans, and many jobs. While a governor can grant a pardon (rarely done in North Carolina), this will not remove the record. But an expungement, under Chapter 15 A of North Carolina law, will.
Things You'll Need
Instructions
1. Prepare Paperwork
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Prepare expungement form AOC-CR-237. Check the appropriate box indicating the applicable statute (court records will indicate state conviction violated.) Complete the form and sign where indicated.
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Visit the county clerks office in the jurisdiction where the offense occurred and present the applicable petition
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Visit the district attorney's office and deliver copies of the paperwork.
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Wait for court judgment. The North Carolina SBI checks the criminal history of received paperwork and forwards it to the court. An officer of the court makes sure an expungement has not already been granted, then forwards the paperwork to the presiding judge. The judge next reviews information provided by SBI and the court and either grants or denies an expungement
Read more: How to Get a Felony Off Your Record in North Carolina | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_6460807_felony-off-record-north-carolina.html#ixzz2MDZj3Oen
To take a class for expungement, you can contact:
Innervisions
415 E 4th St Charlotte, NC 28202
Call Goodwill Industries for information about how they might help you in your expungement process.
2122 Freedom Dr Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 372-3434
2122 Freedom Dr Charlotte, NC 28208
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