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Career Readiness Programs Save Dist. 228 Students Over $300,000
Learn how students at Bremen, Oak Forest, Hillcrest, and Tinley Park High School are preparing for the future
Bremen High School District 228 students earned 2,601 college credits through its 2018 Career Readiness Programs, saving students approximately $377,145 in free tuition. 17 classes were available for college credit. Some of these classes include digital literacy, accounting, automotive technology, culinary arts, and forensics.
College credit is only one program offered by the District. Additionally, Career Readiness Programs include a variety of opportunities, activities, and industry credentials developed to engage students in real-world learning that extends past the classroom.
“Career Readiness plays a key function in preparing students to transition successfully towards a future career path,” says Renee Mack, Director of Career Readiness. “We encourage our students to learn about the world around them and how to make educational and occupational choices for their future.”
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2,234 industry certifications were achieved by students. Some of these certifications include cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), welding, Adobe Photoshop, and early childhood education. Other career experiences students participated in include job shadowing, hearing from speakers in their interested career paths, and a career expo where District seniors could plan for what’s next and interview for various jobs.
