Early career exploration helps students begin connecting their interests and strengths to future opportunities. Middle school is the ideal time to introduce students to a variety of pathways that support enlistment, enrollment, and employment.
This professional development opportunity is designed for middle school teams committed to strengthening career awareness and exploration while building a culture of career readiness within their schools. During this session, teams will also explore practical strategies for creating and sustaining a career-ready culture on their campus.
Training Details:
Date: September 10, 2026
Team Composition: One building administrator, one counselor, and up to four additional staff members
Participants will also receive information about a potential grant opportunity through Paxton & Patterson, which offers a College and Career Readiness Lab focused on Level 2 exploration.