At United South High School's Academy for Global Business and Advanced Technology, however, students know that such an approach may not be all that realistic, especially if they aspire to become business owners some day. Once in Dr. Patrick's class, students participate in interactive activities designed to teach them the importance of a free market system, creative problem solving and management skills. Patrick, also a member of the Junior Achievement-Laredo board of directors, said he volunteered to teach at the magnet school on behalf of that organization. Some of the activities in which Patrick's students participate include solving problems of an imaginary business facing difficulties and developing strategies to market products they wish to sell. Karen Winch, director of United South High School's academy, said Patrick's class gives students a real-life business experience and an opportunity to make better career choices.
Business affects everything.
This is something that goes across all careers and touches every aspect of life. Meanwhile, Patrick's students said they are glad to be in his class and in the academy's business program as a whole. Yajaira Roque, another student, said she enjoys the class because she has the opportunity to learn about marketing strategies and the basic layout of a business. For further information, please call the Office of Public Affairs at 326-2180. University office hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.