Granville Elementary School's Career Day: Preparing Local Sixth Graders for Future Professions

Granville Elementary School's Career Day has given sixth graders a glimpse into various future professions, from welding to culinary arts to IT. The school's Guidance Counselor, Mr. Healy, emphasizes the importance of academic excellence and a strong work ethic for future career success.

Throughout the year, students learn about different careers from professionals. Recent guests include Connor Hoagland from Hoagland Property Management, Michelle Wilson from Hicks Orchard, and Granville CSD's Chief Technology Officer Jereme Randles and High School Nurse Brooke Hover. This month, Kait Warren from Telescope Casual Furniture discussed the various roles in her company.

Mr. Healy also highlighted the WSWHE BOCES Career and Technical Education Program (CTE), which offers courses like cosmetology, automotive technology, and construction trades. Interim Principal Mr. Poucher urged students to consider the CTE program, sharing the success of a former student who became an underwater welder after a welding course at BOCES.

The students have responded positively to the career presentations. Mr. Healy observed that they are eager to learn about careers, including those that don't require a college degree and are available locally.

The school values the guest presenters for their time and expertise, and Mr. Healy for his role in coordinating the events.

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