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This month, students had the opportunity to participate in two comprehensive, career-focused field trips that took place, including Trades Day at Clark County REMC and the Entrepreneurship Resource Fair hosted at Maker 13. Upperclassmen interested in skilled trades were rotated in groups around REMC’s campus to learn about the different roles that support their operations—from linemen to auto mechanics to surveyors to arborists. This intentional exposure has led to several students completing a job shadow afterward so they could get a deeper understanding of the role they were most interested in pursuing after graduation. 

The Entrepreneurship Resource Fair helped connect upperclassmen with organizations and individuals that help entrepreneurs move their ideas from a dream to a reality. Students also participated in mini-workshops that helped walk them through key entrepreneurship components—from funding the idea to the value of networking. At the conclusion of the event, students practice their public speaking skills by completing a pitch of their business plan. Through experiences such as these, students can truly see what they can be.

This month, students across multiple grade levels have been connecting with a variety of professionals through our guest speaker series. Ninth graders gain broad exposure to different career fields, helping them make informed choices for their future academy and pathway coursework. As students progress to the next grade level, the guest speakers they meet are more closely aligned to their specific interests, with upperclassmen engaging in targeted conversations that deepen their understanding of potential career paths. These sessions are invaluable, providing students with real-world insights and guidance as they plan for their future careers.