Career Spotlight

This issue of the Career Spotlight highlights some of the many experiences that have been happening with career exploration in and around Methacton. Take a look to see what our students and staff have been up to.

What are you doing for lunch? How about having lunch with a wealth adviser? Last month Skyview students had the opportunity to learn about managing money with Kevin Grant from Tompkins VIST Bank. They learned about responsibilities that come with having money such as setting financial goals and unexpected risks.

At the next Career Cafe', students will meet entrepreneurs who own Hasbrouck Pool and Spa. Students will learn about design, construction, maintenance and more!

Are you interested in being the featured speaker at a Skyview Career Cafe'? Sign up here to volunteer. We love learning about different careers!

Seventh grade students completed the Learning Styles Inventory in Naviance with Mr. Mueller. A learning style is an individual's approach to learning based on strengths, weaknesses, and preferences. Knowing yourself as a learner is important to discover learning strategies, and gain career development skills. The Learning Styles Inventory provides students with an analysis of their personal preferences in 16 different areas including visual, auditory, kinesthetic, independence, structure, motivation, work setting preferences.

Methacton High School students participated in Digital for Girls on Nov. 13, attending sessions on Drug Discovery, Malware Reverse Engineering, Lego Engineering and Data Analytics. Here is a sampling of what the students had to say about their learning experience:

• I learned that not all technology has to do with computers and coding. There are a lot more fields of science that involve technology but are not strictly coding. It makes me more curious to research other types of ways I could use technology for my career.

• I learned about the depth of majors that result in careers in technology. I really enjoyed talking to recent college graduates about their advice and experience in choosing a career after college. It has made me realize that there are many different majors I can do in college while still having many unique options for careers after college.

Methacton high school teachers have completed their first session of Teacher in the Workplace through the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. Seven teachers are visiting either the Health and Human Services, Construction, Manufacturing, or Hospitality and Tourism workplace. This is the first of five days where they will be learning about workforce needs and opportunities that they can share with their students.

The high school counselors are busy working with their students in all grade levels.

• 1600 transcripts have been sent to colleges for our seniors
• We are meeting with all of our freshman to get to know them
• PSAT scores will go live for sophomore and junior test takers the week of December 9. Emails will be sent to the students from the College Board.
• Sophomores will need to set up an account with The College Board during this process. They are to set up their own accounts and know their usernames and passwords.
• Juniors will be able to access their accounts that were set up last year when they received their PSAT scores.
• Counselors will present an overview of the score reports during science classes the week of December 16.
• A parent night to go over PSAT results and talk about post-secondary planning will be held on February 12, 2020 at 7:00 pm. Register in advance through the online district calendar.

Check out this interactive table of occupations in science, technology, engineering and math!

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North Montco Technical Career Center’s next Plumbing class starts February 26, 2020.

Taught by master plumber, Andrew Cappello, students will gain a broad understanding of the plumbing trade. The course is ideal for homeowners, landlords, maintenance professionals, or those interested in an entry-level position in the plumbing industry. Through a combination of lecture and hands-on lab work, students will learn the basics of plumbing theory as well as the processes and skills needed to safely repair, install and do preventative maintenance on residential plumbing equipment.

Topics will include the repair or replacement of faucets, toilets, water heaters, garbage disposals and installation of appliances such as dishwashers. The instructor will include topics on safety, use of tools, and how to locate zoning and permitting information.

If entry-level employment is of interest, a plumbing career is a great option! The outlook for employment in the plumbing industry is excellent for Montgomery and the surrounding counties. Salaries start around $40,000 for entry-level and can easily exceed $60,000 or more with experience and an apprenticeship.

For information, check our website: www.nmtcc.org or call Continuing Education at 215-855-7929.

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High school students, check out the HS Career Center on Instagram.

Email: jschmitz@methacton.org
Website: http://bit.ly/2F2wGD1
Location: Methacton School District
Phone: 610-489-5000
Twitter: @k12CareerCouns