Cisco Networking Academy recently interviewed Kim Green, Executive Director, NASDCTEc/NCTEF, to ask her about the opportunities for Career and Technical Education in the upcoming distribution of economics stimulus dollars. The podcast includes:  why focus is on education during economic crisis; legistration is taking a longer term view and including a great deal of funding for K-12, not just for job training; why Networking Academy is positioned well to help.   http://tools.cisco.com/cmn/jsp/index.jsp?id=83767

Visit the new Economic Stimulus web page on the U.S. Networking Academy site for tools and resources in connection with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

Education Week, Schools and the Stimulus 

National School Boards Association, Economic Stimulus Resource Center

American Association of Community Colleges, Economic Stimulus Overview

U.S. Dept. of Education, Recovery Act

Federal Electronic Grants Clearinghouse
Grants Office

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (includes clickable map of state recovery information)

Please note that all instructor certification exam fee waiver vouchers currently in circulation expire on August 6, 2009. These vouchers cover 100% of exam costs that range between $125 and $250 each, depending on the exam. Watch for more information in upcoming announcements and newsletters. If you have further questions about Cisco vouchers, refer to the Cisco Networking Academy Vouchers datasheet or contact CiscoNetAcadVouchers@cisco.com.

How much do you know about this powerful simulation tool? Check out this new way to test your knowledge and learn more about Packet Tracer, by following the life of a packet from the originating PC to the web server and back to the PC.

To find the version number of the course content you are using, launch the course and select the "About" link at the bottom of any curriculum page. A pop-up window will display the course revision number. For a complete list of the fixes included in these versions, please review the Release Notes for each curriculum, which are available on the Academy Connection Tools page.

Our development of a new security course that aligns with the new Cisco CCNA Security certification is well underway. This new course, named CCNA Security, is being designed to help Networking Academy students develop a comprehensive understanding of network security concepts, gain the knowledge and skills needed to earn the CCNA Security certification, and become entry-level security specialists.

February to April 2009

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This quarterly newsletter informs readers of alumni benefits, Career Connection opportunities, and other resources that Cisco provides for career development in and beyond the classroom.

In this issue:

·         Job openings across the U.S.

·         Microsoft Unveils Career Resource for Students