Presented by PA CareerLink. The purpose of this workshop is to be able to identify résumé writing best practices and common résumé writing errors to avoid, as well as list and describe the types of résumés and different résumé sections.

This free workshop will be held Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 1:30p-2:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Registration is required by www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Join us in another civic-directed conversation at the Corry Higher Education Council to have a non-partisan, objective discussion highlighting Executive Orders and the current political climate most impacting the nation. Dr. Jeffrey Bloodworth of Gannon University will be objectively answering questions on the meaning and implications of recent political actions. Ask questions and gain insight into the changing political landscape in a judgement-free, non-partisan space that relies on civics and facts to explain current executive orders and current political topics as they happen. If you have questions about current executive orders that you would like addressed during the discussion, please email them ahead of time to kdahl@corryhied.org. 

This discussion will take place on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 6p – 7p at the Corry Hi-Ed, and will be a part of monthly discussions regarding executive orders and political climate. This is a free event to attend, but registration is required by calling 814-664-9405 or going online to www.corryhied.org. Future dates will be announced soon!

Jeff Bloodworth is a writer & professor of American political history in the School of Public Service & Global Affairs at Gannon University (Erie, PA). He has published widely on post-1960s liberalism and conservatism. He is currently midway through a biography of Speaker Carl Albert, who presided as Majority Leader during the 1960s and as Speaker during Watergate. Heartland Liberal is under contract with the University of Oklahoma Press.

Presented by Jessica Roach, OTR/L, of Bridging Roots Therapy – a mobile pediatric occupational therapy practice.

As an occupational therapist, Jessica specializes in therapy to help the eyes work together so children can read and write more efficiently. Vision is not just “20/20”.

Learn about Occupational Therapy and Functional Vision Rehabilitation services for children in this information session with Occupational Therapist, Jessica Roach. During the session, participants learn about the services provided by Bridging Roots Therapy, indicators of visual challenges in children, how therapy can help, and much more. *Please note, occupational therapy will not be provided during the information session but will inform participants about available services.

Functional Vision Rehabilitation refers to the entire visual system, including the eyes, brain, and visual pathways. The program promotes improved eye movements, how the eyes work together and how a child processes the visual environment around them to improve independence and successful completion of daily childhood occupations, such as reading, writing, ball skills and moving around in their environment safely. OT’s utilize tools such as balance boards, spinning discs, games, straws, etc. within the context of occupation-based activities and play to support the highest level of achievement and learning.

Bridging Roots Therapy also addresses primitive reflexes, which are automatic movements present at birth that should integrate into more complex motor skills as a child grows. Primitive reflexes play an important role in early childhood development, and many reflexes are involved in the development of visual, motor, and sensory skills. However, when these reflexes persist, they can lead to retained primitive reflexes, disrupting normal development. Primitive reflexes may also have an impact on vision. If the reflexes do not integrate to higher-level skills, they can affect how the eyes move and work together, leading to various visual issues.

Jessica has a master’s degree in occupational therapy and has been practicing Occupational Therapy for 21 years. She has worked in a variety of settings, such as private pediatric practice for vision and sensory difficulties, skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation centers and school-based settings, both virtual and in-person. Her passion is working with children, specifically in the area of functional vision skills. When she is not working, Jessica enjoys gardening, puzzles and spending time with family and friends. To learn more about Bridging Roots Therapy, please visit www.bridgingrootstherapy.com.

This information session will be held on August 27, 2026, from 6p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The information session is free to attend, but registration is required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Presented by PA CareerLink. The purpose of this workshop is to walk you through the basics of budgeting and steps to take to be more efficient and aware of your personal struggles while learning best practices.

This free workshop will be held Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 1:30p-2:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. Registration is required by www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

The ServSafe Food Safety program is for individuals who are serving as managers or are in a supervisory role requiring certification. Upon successful completion, participants will receive the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certificate. This training meets the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture requirements for the Food Employee Certification Act. This is a 2-day program that will be held on September 8, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., and September 15, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; a lunch break will be provided. Participants will sit for their certification examination on Day 2, between 11 a.m. and noon. The cost is $165, which includes the study book and examination fee.  Register online with the Penn State Extension at https://extension.psu.edu/servsafe or by calling 877-345-0691.

Presented by Safe Journey - The Effects of Domestic Violence on Children and Youth.

Participants will learn how children are exposed to abuse, the developmental impacts across age groups, and the compounding effects of displacement and homelessness.

We will address how children interpret violence, how abusive parents may manipulate or use them, and the long-term lessons they may internalize about relationships, conflict, and self-worth.

This session will highlight proactive violence prevention strategies.

(We can offer Act 48 credits if needed as well)

The presentation will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 6p-7p at the Corry Hi-Ed. The presentation is free to attend, but registration is required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Presented by the Tamarack Wildlife Center - Wings of Wonder: Pennsylvania Birds of Prey.

Get up close and personal with some of Pennsylvania’s magnificent birds of prey including a live falcon, hawk, and owl. Learn about these birds’ characteristic features, discover their adaptations and natural history, and explore their critical role in our environment. Find out what you can do to help birds of prey and the world we share.

The presentation will be held Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 5:30p-6:30p at the Corry Hi-Ed. The presentation is free to attend, but registration is required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.

Presented by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA).

Trying to figure out how to pay for college? Are your parents on your case about applying to colleges? Going to college next year? Did you know that nearly two-thirds of students receive some type of financial aid for college? Students and parents are welcome to attend our Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, to learn about the different types of aid that are available. Parents and students will learn how to apply for all types of financial aid, including completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), which is required to determine eligibility for most student aid programs, such as the Pennsylvania State Grant, Federal Pell Grant, institutional awards, and federal student and parent loans. Participants will also be briefed on Pennsylvania-specific aid programs, as well as the importance of minimizing student loan debt and applying for grants and scholarships to help pay for education costs. Representatives from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency will be on hand to answer questions.

This free information session will be held at the Corry Higher Education Council on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 6p-7:30p. **Pre-registration is required by visiting www.corryhied.org or by calling 814-664-9405.