As part of Charles County Public Schools Job Shadow Day activities, eight fifth-grade students were selected to shadow members of the Board of Education of Charles County, as well as Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kimberly Hill, during the Board’s February 11 meeting. Students were randomly assigned to each Board member and the Superintendent and experienced the meeting firsthand by sitting next to their assigned member in the Board room. During the meeting, students introduced themselves and had opportunities to ask questions and participate. The goal of their participation was to learn about the functions of the Board of Education and learn about the link between schoolwork and the world of work. Job Shadow experiences also allow for students to explore careers and employment prospects. The following students were selected by their schools to participate: * Olivia Boyce, Mary H. Matula Elementary School; * Alesia Coleman, J.C. Parks Elementary School; * Jordan Kabala, Matula; * Yachi Madaan, J.P. Ryon Elementary School; * Alyssa Norris, Ryon; * Lennard Proctor, Ryon; * David Strong, Matula; and * Benjamin Winfield, Parks. The students shadowed Board members from 1 to 3:30 pm, and were recognized for their participation. This is the third year that the […]
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