Optician Apprenticeship Program Expanding in September 2009

Employment of dispensing opticians is expected to grow about as fast as average for all occupations through 2016, as the population ages and demand for corrective lenses increases.  Employment in this occupation is expected to rise 9 percent over the 2006-16 decade.

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Scholarship Opportunity
The Dennis Fitzgerald Scholarship Fund was created by the Board Members of System High Corporation to honor fellow board member and friend, Mr. Dennis D. Fitzgerald by encouraging and supporting outstanding students pursuing an education or training in the field of electricity. The scholarship will provide a one-time grant of $2,000 to the most outstanding applicant(s) meeting the eligibility requirements. The number of recipients vary from year to year. To be considered, completed application form must be postmarked by July 31, 2009.