Schools
Brooke, Upper Providence Elementary School Students enjoy Career Days
Students' parents visited classrooms to talk about their careers.
Students at Brooke and Upper Providence Elementary Schools had the opportunity this spring to learn about potential careers when area community members visited their schools as part of Career Day.
Many of the presenters are parents who visit for the day with third- and fourth-graders to teach them about their professions. Students had the chance to learn about careers from adults who are pharmacists, dance instructors, chefs, FBI special agents and chefs.
Career Day is an annual event held at different Spring-Ford elementary schools in April. The purpose is to expose children at a young age to a variety of different careers and get them thinking about their own futures, said Upper Providence's Guidance Counselor, Jessica Hauseman.
"A lot of times, children will think a particular career is really interesting or fun, but they don't necessarily understand all the hard work and preparation that goes into becoming a veterinarian or a doctor, for example," Hauseman said. "In addition to educating children about what different careers involve, the event is a great way to strengthen connections between home and school."
Brooke Elementary School Guidance Counselor Sue Pronchik agreed, saying the adults who visit often make a strong impression on the students they address.
"Our parent presenters put so much effort into their presentations that it is truly a positive experience for our third- and fourth-graders," said Pronchik.
Patch thanks the Spring-Ford Area School District for this press release.
