Meet Pat: program coordinator of Carolina Code School (program of Build Carolina)

Summary

In this conversation, Lauren interviews Pat, the program coordinator for Carolina Code School. They discuss Pat's role in ensuring student success and preparing them for the job market. They also talk about the alternative options to college education and the success stories of high school graduates who have joined the program. Pat shares his background as a teacher and a Marine Corps veteran. They also mention the upcoming data engineering course and the fun and supportive atmosphere of the team.

Keywords

Carolina Code School, program coordinator, student success, job market, alternative education, high school graduates, teaching background, Marine Corps veteran, data engineering course, fun atmosphere

Takeaways

- Carolina Code School focuses on ensuring student success and preparing them for the job market.
- There are alternative options to college education, and the program helps high school graduates succeed in the tech industry.
- Pat's background as a teacher and Marine Corps veteran brings unique perspectives to his role as program coordinator.
- The team at Carolina Code School creates a fun and supportive atmosphere for students and staff.

Sound Bites

"High schoolers are realizing there are other options other than college."
"Carolina Code School got approved for a new data engineering course."
"I am number seven of 13 kids."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview
03:01 Pat's Role in Student Success
06:06 Pat's Teaching Background and Unique Perspective
08:12 Upcoming Data Engineering Course
10:14 Fun Facts About Pat
12:21 Pat's Background as a Marine Corps Veteran
14:15 Fun and Supportive Atmosphere at Carolina Code School