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Career Readiness. “…focus on college readiness alone does not equip young people with all of the skills and abilities they need in the workplace…” HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Pathways to Prosperity. Career Readiness Resources. Career Pathway Certifications
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Career Readiness “…focus on college readiness alone does not equip young people with all of the skills and abilities they need in the workplace…” HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Pathways to Prosperity
Career Readiness Resources • Career Pathway Certifications • Career Technical Education (CTE) • On campus – Business Math, Band, Music Theory, Art, Media Design, Photography, Intro to Engineering, etc. • So Cal ROC – Finance & Business, Dental, Medical, Pharmacy and Veterinary Sciences; Sign Language, 3D Digital Animation, Automotive Technician, Welding, Electrical, etc. • Internships – (Juniors and Seniors) • Mattel, Northrop Grumman, Boeing, LAWA, ESPD, Ed! Davis and Derosa Physical Therapy, etc.
Career Readiness Resources • Work Experience – (Juniors and Seniors 16+) • Career-based Field Trips – (All Grades) • This year’s trips included: Grammy Museum, LAWA, Radisson, Hybrid Apparel, Port of Los Angeles, Karl Storz, Republic Services, Job Fairs, etc. • Career Pathways and Workforce Readiness Elective Class – (Juniors and Seniors) • Rigorous year-long course with emphasis on individual career paths • Focus on preparing students for their place in the global economy • Use of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity • Time management, networking, “web presence,” and employability