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.