As with many of the National Standards, many PTAs around the country are already meeting the sixth standard. Involving business people from the community in the school decision-making process will help schools better prepare students for the work world, and will also provide students with mentors and role models they might not otherwise have known. Programs of this nature can benefit both students and business people a great deal. It also helps local businesses understand the needs of the school and gives them an opportunity to develop a future workforce. Students come to the school s career and vocational center to learn about different career and college options, said Colleen Bullock, Clackamas PTSA co-president.
Students can also get hands-on experience working in local businesses.
The student spends time working with professionals to decide if they re interested in that profession. The program gives local businesses a workforce and gives the students the opportunity to learn about the working world and about particular professions, Anderson said. All rights reserved. Permission to reprint materials may be requested through the Our Children editor . All Rights Reserved.