“Becoming a mentor for Pima Vocational High School (PVHS) has been both enjoyable and rewarding.
Being a mentor has really been a wonderful experience for me. Seeing how each student reacts to what the printing industry has to offer is priceless. I try to teach them each aspect of what we do here at the Pima County Print Shop. Being able to gain their trust is the key in seeing how they are going to apply what has been taught. To this day, several students throughout the years contact me and let know how they are doing. It feels nice knowing and hoping that I made a difference in their life.”
Carlos Leyvas, Mentor
Key Operator, Pima County Print Shop
“Placement helps in many ways. I learned office skills and customer service. My mentor helped me to become a better person and improve my life skills. I believe they have helped me in so many ways, and I appreciate everything that they have done for me.”
Briana Bojorquez, PVHS Student
Parks and Recreation Intern
“My experience during my placement has been amazing. The people there have been understanding and helpful. I would recommend placement to anyone who is looking to get work experience and transferable skills. In my opinion, I feel it’s better to learn this work ethic and training hands on instead of a classroom. It’s better to experience it for yourself. Placement has also given me a great sense of responsibility. I am grateful for the opportunity Pima Vocational High School has given me.”
Alexisandra R. Lopez, PVHS Student
Goodwill, Inc Intern
“I was a mentor for the Pima Vocational Students from March 2011-April 2013, at the Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility. During this time I supervised several dozen students for two month sessions at a time. For the majority of the students this was their first vocational experience.
When the students first arrived in placement they were very shy and therefore had difficulty looking adults in the eye. But after a short period of time, as they gained confidence in their work, and therefore gained confidence in themselves, a shift occurred. It was remarkable to watch this transition occur.
The students come from some difficult circumstances and I was honored to be part of this positive process in their lives.”
Cherry Rosenberg, Mentor
Administrative Specialist
Pima County/Regional Wastewater Reclamation Division
Being a mentor has really been a wonderful experience for me. Seeing how each student reacts to what the printing industry has to offer is priceless. I try to teach them each aspect of what we do here at the Pima County Print Shop. Being able to gain their trust is the key in seeing how they are going to apply what has been taught. To this day, several students throughout the years contact me and let know how they are doing. It feels nice knowing and hoping that I made a difference in their life.”
Carlos Leyvas, Mentor
Key Operator, Pima County Print Shop
“Placement helps in many ways. I learned office skills and customer service. My mentor helped me to become a better person and improve my life skills. I believe they have helped me in so many ways, and I appreciate everything that they have done for me.”
Briana Bojorquez, PVHS Student
Parks and Recreation Intern
“My experience during my placement has been amazing. The people there have been understanding and helpful. I would recommend placement to anyone who is looking to get work experience and transferable skills. In my opinion, I feel it’s better to learn this work ethic and training hands on instead of a classroom. It’s better to experience it for yourself. Placement has also given me a great sense of responsibility. I am grateful for the opportunity Pima Vocational High School has given me.”
Alexisandra R. Lopez, PVHS Student
Goodwill, Inc Intern
“I was a mentor for the Pima Vocational Students from March 2011-April 2013, at the Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility. During this time I supervised several dozen students for two month sessions at a time. For the majority of the students this was their first vocational experience.
When the students first arrived in placement they were very shy and therefore had difficulty looking adults in the eye. But after a short period of time, as they gained confidence in their work, and therefore gained confidence in themselves, a shift occurred. It was remarkable to watch this transition occur.
The students come from some difficult circumstances and I was honored to be part of this positive process in their lives.”
Cherry Rosenberg, Mentor
Administrative Specialist
Pima County/Regional Wastewater Reclamation Division
