About the Career Center– Goals & Philosophy

Philosophy

Believing applied technology will be of increasing importance in our world, the Career Center is committed to providing quality career and technical instruction for all students. Believing a person reaches the highest level of development in a democratic society, the Career Center will provide the opportunity for each student to become a lifelong learner, as well as a productive, responsible citizen.

Goals

  • Develop habits and attitudes that promote occupational safety;
  • Develop problem-solving techniques encouraging students to think;
  • Develop good interpersonal skills;
  • Develop effective oral and written communication skills;
  • Develop personal work ethics including dependability, attendance, morality and honesty;
  • Develop the ability to accept and carry out instructions;
  • Develop an understanding of working on a team and the importance of group activity and participation;
  • Provide occupational information, career planning and job-search skills,
  • Provide school to work transition opportunities through cooperative learning withbusiness, manufacturing, health, and service industries;
  • Provide entry level skills in each instructional area.