Mon Valley ICD is pleased to announce Rosetta Stone as our new online language learning solution! Rosetta Stone’s interactive and award-winning software creates an intuitive and engaging environment for thinking and communicating in a new language. The Rosetta Stone web-based program is a 1-year subscription to one of 24 languages. With your username and password you can access: Language Training – Reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills are introduced in various activities. Speech recognition technology evaluates the pronunciation of each word and sentence, providing immediate feedback. Mobile Applications – Continue your lessons on the go with your Apple/Android devices. For more information about the ICD partnership with Rosetta Stone, click here. To enroll please contact the coordinator at Mon Valley...
Pittsburgh Technical College welcomes USS to their Employer Alliance Program, offering a 15% tuition discount to all USS employees and immediate family members of employees. To learn about more of the programs available through PTC, visit their web site at ptcollege.edu and consider attending their upcoming Open House on Saturday, June 23rd! View the Open House...
At least six scholarhips will be awarded this year to children and grandchildren of active Steelworkers! Apply for the Tino Fulimeni Scholarship today!
The Mon Valley ICD will be closed from Friday, December 22 through Monday, January 1, 2018. The office will reopen Tuesday January 2. If you have receipts from 2017 for Tuition Assistance reimbursement, these must be submitted immediately and vouchers signed on site at the ICD. Wishing our United Steelworkers and their families a safe and joy filled holiday! Nancy Ligus- ICD Coordinator & the Local Joint Committee for the Mon Valley ICD ...
In a recent news release, TechShop Pittsburgh will close immediately. See the article https://makezine.com/2017/11/15/techshop-closes-doors-files-bankruptcy/ In the meantime, local co-founder Devin Montgomery is working to establish Protohaven, which will essentially replace TechShop as a Makers Space (Location and funding are pending). The Mon Valley ICD is working with the new management to establish our ICD partnership moving forward with Protohaven. Any questions may also be directed to the ICD...
In a continuing effort to find great opportunities for learning, the Mon Valley ICD welcomes these new Education Partners; 3Rivers PC– Owner Chuck Granache is no stranger to the Mon Valley Works and is excited to bring 2 new courses to the ICD; UAVs for Fun and Business and Viruses & Spyware! Douglas Education Center, located in Monessen, PA offers their creative expertise through their Fall classes, Ghoul School and Basic Photography. Learn from the masters in design while surrounded by well known creepy characters throughout their campus. www.dec.edu C & C Operations, LLC, also a friend to the ICD programs nationally, will be providing hot courses to enlighten you; All About Smokers and Solar Power for your Home. Classes will be held at the Career Development Training Hub in Duquesne. PIA Heavy Equipment Operator Training will provide two opportunities for hands-on training through this 40-program. Must have 4 Active USW Employees and maximum 6 per group, so register online here under Class Schedule for either Friday/Saturday (2 weekends) or Saturday/Sunday (2 weekends). Look for these new Education partners in the Fall 2017 Training and Education...
Canning & Preserving – Saving the Season (26FL)If you want to preserve summer’s bounty of fruits and vegetables, here’s where to start. Students will learn what equipment, utensils and supplies are needed. The class will cover canning and preserving tomatoes, vegetables, fruits and how to make jellies and jams. 100% hands-on class!
Sep09
Chunky Pumpkin Hand Knitting (26FL)Join us for a cozy, beginner-friendly class where you will create a set of chunky knit pumpkins using finger knitting techniques. Perfect Fall decor and no experience needed.
Sep16
Golfing at the Next Level (26FL)Mon Valley ICD is pleased to be able to offer our members the opportunity to learn what it takes to elevate your golf game to the next level. Several of our members expressed an interest in this type of class; it was added as a way to transition an enjoyable hobby to an opportunity to […]
Sep22
Home Inspection (26FL)Join our instructor from ICA for this three-day class plus one day in the field. This is a unique opportunity to learn in person by conducting actual home inspections at local properties with the instructor. This course teaches how to inspect a residential property and provide a professional inspection report to real estate agents and […]
Sep23
Brisket Smoking (26FL)Learn the methods for crafting the perfect smoked brisket in this hands-on course. Tailored for both beginners and “seasoned” barbecue enthusiasts, this class covers every step of the brisket smoking process. Participants will learn how to select the right cut of meat, prepare, season, and manage the smoking process. Each student will be preparing their […]
Sep23
Chunky Pumpkin Hand Knitting (26FL)Join us for a cozy, beginner-friendly class where you will create a set of chunky knit pumpkins using finger knitting techniques. Perfect Fall decor and no experience needed.
Oct05
Basic Home Plumbing – Repair & Replacement (26FL)This class will help you identify and repair plumbing issues in your home and save you big $$. Over the six-week course, students will cover topics such as water distribution, sanitary and storm drainage, toilet repairs, fixture replacement, choosing correct materials and understanding code requirements. This class will offer useful information and resources and hands-on […]
