Meet Pat, program coordinator at Carolina Code School

 

Meet the team behind Build Carolina! This series introduces you to the people making a difference in the South Carolina tech ecosystem.

Meet Patisela Alegria, program coordinator of Carolina Code School.

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.

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.

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


High schoolers are realizing there are other options other than college.
— Patisela Alegria

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