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1. The Hispanic Orchard Employee Education Program (HOEEP) Francisco Sarmiento
HOEEP Instructor
2. Introduction Washington State is a world leader in fruit production
Apples, pears, cherries, and grapes
Demographic change in last 15 years
Change of migratory status
Many settled in permanent jobs
Hispanic population has grown about 40%
Workforce. Critical factor in agriculture
3. Program’s history HOEEP idea began in 1990
Dr. Kent Mullinix, IRIS director, and Leo Garcia, HOEEP coordinator
The goal: the need to educate and incorporate the Hispanic workforce
WVC Advisory Board and growers meetings
Grant and fruit industry donations
First official class taught in 1995
4. Concepts Curriculum
Schedule
Location
Development of partnerships
Smooth transition from basic to advanced instruction
Instructors profile
Benefits Agriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 millionAgriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 million
5. Curriculum Horticulture. Principles and practices
English
Math
Civics
GED orientation
Initial step to higher technical education or training Agriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 millionAgriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 million
6. Schedule Early November-mid-March
Slowest time of season
3 days/week, 4 hours/day
One day horticulture and two days English, math, and civics
Field trips
Field practice Agriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 millionAgriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 million
7. Location HOEEP delivers education
Where it is requested. Can be customized.
Student population
Rotation in WA regions
Goal: to take the HOEEP to other states Agriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 millionAgriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 million
8. Partnerships Local fruit industry
Big Bend Community College, Moses Lake
Columbia Basin College, Tri-Cities area
Develop partnerships with other colleges
Not interfering with programs
Bottom line: Education Agriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 millionAgriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 million
9. Students’ transition Education from native country
First generation migrants. Low level or no education
Beginning level bilingual
Second level in English
Work-based terminology
Work-based math Agriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 millionAgriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 million
10. Instructors Awareness of language and ethnical background
Students’ native customs and traditions
Have the knowledge and skills
Mentorship
Everlasting relationship Agriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 millionAgriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 million
11. Benefits for employers Delegate
Knowledgeable personnel
More productive
Responsible
Reduce error-margin = better yields
Labor and cost efficient
Relax and enjoy the weekend! Agriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 millionAgriculture has been the backbone of Central Washington’s economy since the early 1900s.
As an example: tree fruits alone generate $1.4 to $1.8 billion in revenue to Central Washington communities each year. This is more than any other industry.
In 1995, apples alone generated $1 billion in revenue in Central Washington.
The 1997 census of agriculture, value of farm products sold:
Okanogan County $133 million
Yakima County $873 million
Douglas County $117 million
Chelan County $146 million
Grant County $804 million
Benton County $300 million
12. Benefits for employees Applicable knowledge
Self-confidence
Better employees = promotion = more money
Role model
Increased desire for learning
Certificate
Network
Preparation for advanced studies
13. Statistics Average of 20 students per class
Two or three locations/year
310 students have completed HOEEP
43 graduating in 2003
Students wages increase $0.25 up to $2.00/hr.
Average cost $850.00/student. Includes tuition, supplies, and two field trips.
14. Conclusion HOEEP originated from the need to educate the growing Hispanic workforce
Serving the industry needs
Win-win situation employer/employee
Colleges/ Ag. industry partnership
Practical and applicable instruction
Many benefits
Goal: expand to other areas in U.S.
15. HOEEP coordinating and teaching staff