On College grads avoid brunt of layoffs
Posted on January 11 at 1:26 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Not everyone is cut out to read Shakespeare or study Quantum Physics. But even for those who aren’t, there is still a demand for skilled, educated workers. Education beyond high school, whether in a 4-year college or in trade school, is almost a necessity today.
Recently I talked with an acquaintance who runs a large auto body shop in an urban area. He says he has more business than he can handle because so few are willing to put in the time and effort it takes for the training. Says two of his workers earn almost $80,000 a year, both trained technicians who went to 2-year trade school. “Of course they know how to hustle,” he said. "It's hard work and they have to hustle."
That’s just one example. There are many more. Plumbers, electricians, personal care aides, medical assistants - there are so many jobs that just can’t be outsourced to China. I hope those who have been laid off from GM use the chance to go back to school – trade school or college. It’ll be worth the sacrifice.
On As Janesville looks to hire new department heads, should it also look at downsizing the departments?
Posted on January 8 at 10:24 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
This doesn't make sense. The city wants to hire new department heads but downsize the departments? Why not just fire everyone and start over?
On Consider looking locally for gifts this Christmas
Posted on December 10 at 6:03 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
What a great article! Thanks for some thoughtful Christmas gift ideas.
On Janesville teen rescues abandoned hamsters
Posted on December 10 at 6 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Jordan, you and your mom did a good thing and are a great example to all. The world needs more people like you.
Have a very Merry Christmas!
Posted on December 3 at 4:42 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Anyone remember bologna and potato chip sandwiches?
On The other minority: Male teachers make an impression
Posted on October 26 at 4:06 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Puffer, I understand your thoughts and am the last to condone disrespect. But through my sons I've seen how feminine American education has become. Boys are ignored or criticized for sharp, pertinent questions and denied recess, while girls are rewarded for good penmanship and acting like cute little teachers-in-training.
My sons are bright. They learned the system and coped. They're successful citizens. But most of their "bad" teachers were female, simply because most of their teachers were female who bought in to the feminist agenda and didn't choose to understand the male mind. That's wrong.
I believe it's time for a change in education. All male teachers won't work, any more than all female ones. We need a balance, an equal balance. And we need accountability from all of them.
On The other minority: Male teachers make an impression
Posted on October 26 at 12:31 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
We need more male teachers in the classrooms, at all levels. Countless studies, as well as raw common sense, show that boys and girls learn differently. Girls succeed more in school because they follow girl rules set by girl teachers. They sit still and act nice.
Male teachers better understand that a boy needs some activity during the day. Boys are more direct in their learning styles, and a male teacher understands this.
On Is building historic or just old?
Posted on October 17 at 2:51 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
A donut coffee shop for the police and building staff is a great idea. The theme could revolve around old gas stations. The building is pretty, or will be with a little fix up. Don't be so quick to demolish our history.
On Down to the wire for undecided voters
Posted on October 12 at 1:32 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Raystone wrote: "The 2 party system is a sham - every presidential term ends with bigger government and a lower standard of living for Americans."
While I agree on the 2 party system, I'm not so sure about the lower standard of living. When I grew up in the 1960-70s my parents rented their house. We shared bedrooms, had 1 bath, 1 car, 1 TV. Eating out was a treat.
In today's generation, my brothers and cousins and I all own our homes with enough bedrooms for each of the kids, 2 or more bathrooms, at least 2 cars, and electronics out to wazoo. Eating out or take out is more normal than cooking. Living rooms at Christmas time resemble toy stores.
People have come to expect more. Maybe it is time to scale back. To cut the spending spree we've all been on since moms went back to work. Government spending just mirrors our own. Sad, and so unnecessary.
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On College grads avoid brunt of layoffs
Posted on January 11 at 6:54 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
ekim wrote - "...when all these folks graduate from a tech college in 2-4 years, where are they all going to work?"
Ah...but if they DON'T go to a tech college, where are they going to work? Tech colleges offer skills and more opportunities. A lot depends on what they pursue. Just a thought.