PCS NEWS MARCH 7, 2025

JOB SHADOW DAY

๐ŸŒธ Spring Break is HERE! ๐ŸŒธ While students and staff take a well-earned break, weโ€™re looking back at an AMAZING event that wrapped up February in the best way possible! ๐Ÿš€

CTE Job Shadow Day on February 28th was a HUGE success! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Middle and high school students stepped out of the classroom and into real-world careers, exploring industries up close and personal. From hospitals to construction sites, classrooms to corporate offices, our students were everywhereโ€”learning, networking, and getting inspired for their futures! ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿ”ง๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โš•๏ธ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿณ

A massive shoutout to our Career & Technical Education (CTE) team, led by Dominique Bates, for organizing such a fantastic opportunity. ๐Ÿ™Œ And of course, THANK YOU to our amazing local businesses and mentors who welcomed our students with open arms. Your support makes a world of difference! ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿ’™

This newsletter is ALL about Job Shadow Dayโ€”get ready for a photo overload ๐Ÿ“ธ๐Ÿคฉ as we celebrate our students in action! ๐ŸŽŠ

From Burgaw Middle - Job Shadow Day at BMS!! Job Shadow with my (Paula King-Jacobs) daughter Abrianna from Heide Trask HS.

From Cape Fear Middle - Today, many students at CFMS participated in Pender Job Shadow Day which allows students to gain first-hand information about the workplace and explore the possibilities for their future careers. Itโ€™s an opportunity for Pender County Schools students to make connections between school and the real-world.

From Surf City Middle - CTE Job Shadow Day....Caught a couple of Sharks in action at THS today working on the math hall. Thank you to Ms. Setzer, Mr. O'Neill, and Ms. Anders for working with our students.

ANDโ€ฆ Aria from Surf City Middle shadowed BM1 Allen at Camp Lejeune Coast Guard Special Missions Training Center. She observed high risk coxswain training from the water, participated in weapons instruction simulation and even got to drive the boat!

From Topsail Middle - Carolyn, an 8th grader at TMS participating at East coast Volleyball Academy, job shadowing head coach Allecia Raynor. She gave private lessons and created her own practice plan for 2 different age level teams.

From West Pender Middle - 8th grade West Pender Middle School Student Malaya is off to learn more about real estate as she shadows Mrs. Katie Linderman, a former veteran teacher of hers from Pender County Schools.

From Penderlea School - TaKari, 7th grader at Penderlea School spent the day shadowing her former teacher, Paula Finn.

ANDโ€ฆ Mathew (Penderlea) with S&S Construction replacing a shed door.

ANDโ€ฆ Tyler's mom shared that Tyler (Penderlea) helped load and unload truck tires, made deliveries to multiple customers (companies) and enjoyed learning how the boom truck operates while changing tires on logging equipment. Also, he enjoyed napping on the way home after his dad put him to work all day!!๐Ÿคท๐Ÿผโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ

ANDโ€ฆ Wyatt from Penderlea spent the day with Lunsford Timber, LLC. He helped grease and run the excavator and learned about clearing land.

ANDโ€ฆ Penderlea 8th grader Jordan at Supply Hardware

From Heide Trask High - HTHS Student: Jude, Junior Canines for Service (training service dogs for veterans) Shadowed Trainer - Reagan Stauffer; Dogs - Carson, Miller. Jude got to work in many areas to help train the dogs. Grocery store, dog park, and their facility. She even got to teach a dog how to open the fridge!

From Pender High - PHS job shadowing day is well underway! A shout out to PHS graduate, Trey Jordan for taking time out of his day to do a virtual meet with our tech classes.

ALL CORNERS OF THE DISTRICT

๐Ÿšœ๐Ÿ’ผ Digging Into Career Exploration! ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿšœ Shoutout to Layla Throneburg for an exciting Job Shadow Day at Thomas and Corder & Co! ๐Ÿ‘ทโ€โ™€๏ธโœจ Layla got hands-on experience in the world of mine operations and civil construction, where she participated in writing truck tickets, learned about operational logistics, and explored various heavy machineryโ€”including excavators, off-road articulated trucks, bulldozers, and dump trucks! A huge thank you to Thomas and Corder & Co for providing such an immersive experience and giving Layla a behind-the-scenes look at the skills and equipment that keep the industry moving! ๐Ÿšœ๐Ÿ”ง #JobShadowDay #FutureIndustryLeader #OnePender #CareerExploration #HandsOnLearning #ClassroomsToCareers

๐Ÿฉบโœจ Exploring the World of Healthcare! โœจ๐Ÿฅ Shoutout to Ryan Altergott, a motivated 7th-grade student at Topsail Middle School, for spending his Job Shadow Day at McLeod Seacoast Hospitalโ€™s Echo Department! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ”ฌ Ryan had the unique opportunity to learn about echocardiography, observe medical professionals in action, and gain hands-on insight into the world of diagnostic imaging and patient care. A huge thank you to McLeod Seacoast Hospital for providing such an engaging and educational experience! Opportunities like this help students explore their future careers and turn their passions into professions. ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ‘ #JobShadowDay #FutureHealthcareProfessional #OnePender #CareerExploration #TopsailMiddle #ClassroomsToCareers

๐Ÿฅโœจ Future Healthcare Professional in Action! โœจ๐Ÿฅ Shoutout to Sophia Vasquez, a dedicated Heide Trask High School student, for spending her Job Shadow Day at Black River Family Medical! ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โš•๏ธ๐Ÿ’‰ Sophia had the incredible opportunity to learn alongside healthcare professionals, including Brittany Davis, gaining real-world experience in patient care and medical services. A huge thank you to Black River Family Medical for opening their doors and providing an invaluable learning experience! This is what #ClassroomsToCareers is all aboutโ€”helping students explore their passions and future career paths. Keep reaching for your goals, Sophia! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ‘ #JobShadowDay #FutureHealthcareProfessional #OnePender #CareerExploration #HTHS #HandsOnLearning

๐Ÿ’…โœจ Hands-On Experience at Utopia Day Spa! โœจ๐Ÿ’‡โ€โ™€๏ธ Shoutout to Miranda Harrell, a talented 7th-grade student from Penderlea, for spending her Job Shadow Day at Utopia Day Spa in Burgaw! ๐ŸŒŸ Miranda had the opportunity to work side by side with nail tech Adrianna, owner Nina Jenkins, and stylists Zayne Casbeer and Ashley Marieโ€”getting a firsthand look at the beauty and wellness industry! From learning nail care techniques to observing professional styling, Miranda gained invaluable experience in a fast-paced and creative environment. A huge thank you to Utopia Day Spa for welcoming and inspiring our future professionals! ๐Ÿ’–๐Ÿ‘ #JobShadowDay #FutureBeautyProfessional #OnePender #CareerExploration #Penderlea #ClassroomsToCareers

๐Ÿš’๐Ÿ”ฅ Future Firefighter in the Making! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿš’ Shoutout to Tanner Soward, an ambitious Surf City Middle School student, for spending his Job Shadow Day at the North Topsail Beach Fire Department! ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿš’๐Ÿ’ช Tanner had the opportunity to explore the life of a firefighterโ€”learning about fire safety, emergency response, and even getting hands-on experience with the equipment. A huge thank you to the NTBFD team for providing such an engaging and educational experience! This is what #ClassroomsToCareers is all aboutโ€”helping students discover their passions and future career paths. Keep aiming high, Tanner! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ‘ #JobShadowDay #FutureFirefighter #OnePender #CareerExploration #SurfCityMiddle

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Abigail at Surf City Fire Department! Today, Abigail from Surf City Middle School is shadowing at the Surf City Fire Department as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿš’๐Ÿ”ฅ Abigail is getting a firsthand look at the exciting and impactful work of firefighters, learning about the daily responsibilities, teamwork, and life-saving skills required to serve and protect the community. Itโ€™s a fantastic opportunity to explore a career in emergency services and public safety. Weโ€™re excited to see where this experience leads Abigail as she explores her future career options! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureFirefighters #SurfCityMiddleSchool #SurfCityFireDepartment #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Kenedy Hoing at Banyan Silo Ridge! Today, Kenedy Hoing is shadowing at Banyan Silo Ridge as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿก Kenedy is exploring the world of property management, learning about the development and operations of luxury communities and real estate management. This hands-on experience is a great opportunity to see how the industry works and the different roles involved in creating and maintaining beautiful living spaces. Weโ€™re excited to see how this experience shapes Kenedyโ€™s career interests and look forward to seeing where the journey takes her! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureRealEstateProfessionals #CareerExploration #BanyanSiloRidge #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Emma Dunn at New Hanover Regional Medical Center & Skyline Building! Today, Emma Dunn from Surf City Middle School is exploring two amazing sites as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ New Hanover Regional Medical Center and the Skyline Building (Old PPD Building)! ๐Ÿฅ๐Ÿข Emma is gaining valuable insight into both healthcare and corporate environments, learning about the different roles that contribute to the smooth operations of these facilities. From medical services at the hospital to business operations at the Skyline Building, Emma is discovering a range of career possibilities. Weโ€™re excited to see where Emmaโ€™s experiences take her and canโ€™t wait to watch her career exploration journey unfold! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #CareerExploration #SurfCityMiddle #NewHanoverRegional #SkylineBuilding #HealthcareAndBusiness

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Jack Bailey at THS Library! Today, Jack Bailey from Topsail Middle School is shadowing at the Topsail High School Library as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿ“šโœจ Jack is exploring the world of library services, learning about the daily tasks of managing books, assisting students, and helping with research. Itโ€™s a great opportunity for Jack to see the behind-the-scenes work that keeps a library running smoothly and discover potential career paths in library science and education. Weโ€™re excited to see where Jackโ€™s interests take him as he continues to explore different career possibilities! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureLibrarians #TopsailMiddleSchool #TopsailHighSchool #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Lexi Milam at Pender Medical Center Emergency Department! Today, Lexi Milam from Pender High School is shadowing an Ultrasound Technician at the Pender Medical Center Emergency Department as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿฅ๐Ÿ“Š Lexi is getting a first-hand look at the important role ultrasound technology plays in the medical field, learning about patient care, diagnostic procedures, and the crucial role of healthcare professionals in emergency settings. This is an amazing opportunity for Lexi to explore a potential career in healthcare and medical technology. Weโ€™re excited to see how Lexiโ€™s experience today shapes her career aspirations in the future! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureHealthcareProfessionals #PenderHighSchool #UltrasoundTech #MedicalFieldExploration #CareerExploration

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Miranda Baker at Little Town Learning Center! Today, Miranda Baker, a 7th grader from West Pender Middle School, is shadowing Stacie Smith at Little Town Learning Center as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿ“šโœ๏ธ Miranda is spending the day in the Pre-K room, helping teachers with math, reading, and all sorts of engaging, hands-on learning activities. Itโ€™s a fantastic opportunity for Miranda to explore the world of early childhood education and see how teachers create an interactive and fun learning environment for young children. Weโ€™re excited to see how Mirandaโ€™s interest in education grows and look forward to her future exploration of career opportunities in teaching! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureEducators #WestPenderMiddle #LittleTownLearningCenter #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Brooklyn Bass & Kylie Jones at Burgaw Milling Co.! Today, Brooklyn Bass and Kylie Jones, both 7th graders from Penderlea Middle School, had the opportunity to explore the world of business and manufacturing at Burgaw Milling Co. as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿ”ง Brooklyn and Kylie gained valuable hands-on experience, learning about the operations at Burgaw Milling Co. and the various roles that make the company run smoothly. This was a great chance for them to explore potential careers in business and manufacturing, gaining insight into the importance of teamwork and problem-solving in the workplace. Weโ€™re excited to see where Brooklyn and Kylieโ€™s career journeys take them in the future! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureLeaders #PenderleaMiddleSchool #BurgawMillingCo #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Jameson Starkey Exploring Software Product Management! Today, Jameson Starkey from Topsail Middle School had the opportunity to explore the world of Software Product Management as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿ’ป๐Ÿ“Š Jameson helped update slides for a remote, full-time job as a Software Product Manager, gaining insight into the tasks and responsibilities of managing software projects. It was a great opportunity for Jameson to see how tech professionals work behind the scenes and contribute to product development and business strategy. Weโ€™re excited to see Jamesonโ€™s continued interest in technology and canโ€™t wait to see where this experience takes him! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureTechLeaders #TopsailMiddleSchool #SoftwareProductManagement #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Cole Morcos & Sam Brummond at Jersey Mikeโ€™s Subs! Today, Cole Morcos and Sam Brummond from Topsail Middle School are getting hands-on experience at Jersey Mikeโ€™s Subs as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿฅช๐Ÿ’ผ Cole and Sam are learning about the fast-paced world of food service, observing how the team prepares delicious subs, manages customer orders, and keeps everything running smoothly. Itโ€™s a great opportunity for them to explore careers in the food industry and gain valuable skills in customer service, teamwork, and business operations. Weโ€™re excited to see where this experience takes Cole and Sam as they continue to explore career possibilities! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureEntrepreneurs #TopsailMiddleSchool #JerseyMikesSubs #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Alba Long & Charlotte Zak with Mr. Perkins! Today, Alba Long and Charlotte Zak had the opportunity to shadow Mr. Perkins as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ“š Alba and Charlotte gained valuable insight into the world of education, observing Mr. Perkins in action and learning about the responsibilities of being a teacher. It was a great experience for them to explore how classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement come together to create a positive learning environment. Weโ€™re excited to see how this experience helps shape their future goals and continue their journey of career exploration! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureEducators #LearningFromTheBest #CareerExploration #AlbaAndCharlotte #InspiringFutureTeachers

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Brooke Fergerson at North Topsail Elementary! Today, Brooke Fergerson from Surf City Middle School had the opportunity to shadow a 4th grade Math and Science class at North Topsail Elementary as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ”ฌ Brooke got a hands-on experience, observing the exciting world of teaching elementary students, learning about lesson planning, classroom management, and the dynamic teaching of math and science. It was a fantastic opportunity to explore the field of education and get a glimpse into a future career in teaching. Weโ€™re excited to see where Brookeโ€™s interests take her and look forward to her continued journey of career exploration! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureEducators #SurfCityMiddleSchool #NorthTopsailElementary #MathAndScience #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Cash Welborn at Pender High School! Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming Cash Welborn from West Pender Middle School for PCS CTE Job Shadow Day at Pender High School! ๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿ“š Cash had the unique opportunity to shadow his mom, a Spanish teacher, gaining valuable insight into the world of education. He learned about lesson planning, student interaction, and the many aspects of teaching a foreign language. It was a fantastic experience for him to explore a potential career in education and see firsthand what it takes to be a teacher. Weโ€™re excited to see where Cashโ€™s journey takes him as he continues to explore new career possibilities! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureEducators #WestPenderMiddle #PenderHighSchool #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing #FamilyInEducation

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Jack Kohler & Brady Hunt at Cape Fear Museum! Today, we were excited to host Jack Kohler and Brady Hunt from Surf City Middle School at the Cape Fear Museum as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿบ๐Ÿ“š Jack and Brady had the fantastic opportunity to speak with our Museum Historian, Dr. Jan Davidson, and our Museum Collections Specialist, Devin Kelly. They learned about the fascinating work behind preserving history and curating collections, gaining valuable insights into careers in museums and historical research. Weโ€™re so glad to have had them here and look forward to seeing where their interests in history and museums take them! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureHistorians #SurfCityMiddleSchool #CapeFearMuseum #MuseumCareers #LearningFromTheBest

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Madison Engle at AME Builders! Today, Madison Engle from Topsail High School is stepping into the world of construction with a hands-on experience at AME Builders as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿ”จ Madison is learning the ropes of the building industry, gaining insight into the daily operations of construction projects and the various roles involved in bringing structures to life. This is a great opportunity to explore a potential career in construction management and the trades. Weโ€™re excited to see how this experience helps Madison build skills for the future, and we canโ€™t wait to see where this journey takes her! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureBuilders #TopsailHighSchool #AMEBuilders #ConstructionCareers #LearningByDoing

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Andrew Whitley at Wilmington Tank and Trailer! Today, Andrew Whitley from Penderlea is gaining valuable hands-on experience at Wilmington Tank and Trailer as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐Ÿš›๐Ÿ”ง Andrew is getting an inside look at the world of tank and trailer repair, learning from the professionals at Wilmington Tank and Trailer about the maintenance, repair, and service of large equipment. This opportunity is helping Andrew explore potential career paths in the transportation and mechanical fields, with valuable skills that will last a lifetime. Weโ€™re excited to see where this experience takes Andrew and proud to support his career exploration journey! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureMechanics #Penderlea #WilmingtonTankAndTrailer #HandsOnLearning #CareerExploration

๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ‰ Job Shadow Day Spotlight! ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ Today, Lexi Szakasits had an amazing opportunity to shadow in 2nd grade at CF Pope Elementary! ๐Ÿซโœจ She got to teach the students Heggerty phonemic awareness and is now celebrating PBIS with popsicles and extra recess! ๐Ÿง๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this fun-filled day as Lexi explores the rewarding world of teaching and positive student engagement! Future educators start here! ๐ŸŒŸ #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

โ›ฝโœจ Job Shadow Day Spotlight! โœจโ›ฝ Today, Corey Hardee from West Pender Middle School got an inside look at the energy industry while shadowing at Campbell Oil Company in Elizabethtown, NC! ๐Ÿ”ง๐Ÿš— Corey explored the day-to-day operations of the oil industry and learned about the critical role this company plays in keeping things running smoothly. ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this awesome opportunity as Corey dives into a future in energy and business! Hands-on learning leads to bright futures! ๐Ÿ’กโ›ฝ #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

๐Ÿ“Šโœจ Job Shadow Day Spotlight! โœจ๐Ÿ“Š Today, Saylor Crisco from Topsail High School stepped into the world of finance and business at Accounting Solutions, Inc.! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ“‘ From balancing numbers to gaining insights into financial management, Saylor experienced what it takes to keep businesses running smoothly. ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this real-world learning opportunity as Saylor explores a future in accounting! Career success starts here! ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿ“Š #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Perry at 50 South Surf Shop! Today, Perry from Surf City Middle School (SCMS) is catching some waves of knowledge at 50 South Surf Shop as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ„โ€โ™‚๏ธ Perry is getting hands-on experience in the world of surf retail, learning about the daily operations of the shop, from helping customers to understanding the ins and outs of surf gear. Itโ€™s an awesome opportunity to explore a career in the surf industry and gain valuable skills that could lead to future adventures in business and recreation. Weโ€™re excited to see where Perryโ€™s experience at 50 South Surf Shop takes him and proud to support his career exploration! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureEntrepreneurs #SurfCityMiddleSchool #50SouthSurfShop #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing

๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿค– Job Shadow Day Spotlight! ๐Ÿค–๐ŸŒŠ Today, Noah Saunders, a Cape Fear Middle School student, took a deep dive into marine science at the UNCW Center for Marine Science! ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿ”ฌ Shadowing his mom, the Executive Assistant, Noah explored the underwater vehicle program, where scientists build and deploy ocean robotics to explore the deep. ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this incredible hands-on experience as Noah gets a glimpse into the future of marine technology and exploration! STEM careers start here! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ  #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

๐Ÿพโœจ Job Shadow Day Spotlight! โœจ๐Ÿพ Today, Maddie Siemon had an incredible opportunity to explore the world of veterinary care at Topsail Animal Hospital! ๐Ÿฅ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿฑ From observing patient check-ups to learning about animal wellness, Maddie got a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep our furry friends healthy. ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this paws-itively amazing experience as Maddie takes her first steps toward a future in veterinary medicine! ๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿพ Hands-on learning starts here! #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ“š Job Shadow Day Spotlight! ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŽจ Today, Parker Knipping stepped into the world of early childhood education at North Topsail Elementary, job shadowing in a Kindergarten classroom! ๐ŸŽโœจ From helping little learners with their activities to seeing the magic of teaching in action, Parker got a hands-on experience in shaping young minds. ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this heartwarming moment as Parker explores the joys of working with future scholars! Every great teacher starts somewhere! ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ’ก #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ“– Job Shadow Day Spotlight! ๐Ÿ“–๐ŸŽ Today, Raegan Gilliland stepped into the role of an educator at North Topsail Elementary, shadowing Mrs. Fulbright in 4th grade ELA and Social Studies! โœ๏ธ๐Ÿ“š From lesson planning to engaging students in reading and history, Raegan got a firsthand look at what it takes to inspire young minds. ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this special experience as Raegan explores the world of teaching and leadership in the classroom! Future educators start here! ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซโœจ #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Kamryn & Jaโ€™Liyah at Heide Trask High School! Today, Kamryn and Jaโ€™Liyah from West Pender Middle School (WPMS) are exploring the world of high school education as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day at Heide Trask High School (HTHS)! ๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿ“š Kamryn and Jaโ€™Liyah are getting an up-close look at high school life, learning about the roles and responsibilities of teachers and staff, and gaining valuable insights into how high schools operate. Itโ€™s an exciting opportunity for them to explore future career paths in education and leadership. We canโ€™t wait to see where Kamryn and Jaโ€™Liyahโ€™s experiences take them as they continue to explore new possibilities for their future! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureEducators #WestPenderMiddleSchool #HeideTraskHighSchool #CareerExploration #LearningInAction

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Ashari Shadowing Mr. Hudson at Heide Trask High School! Today, Ashari is in charge of the walkie-talkie radio system as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day, shadowing Mr. Hudson, Principal at Heide Trask High School! ๐Ÿ“ป๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Ashari is gaining hands-on experience managing communication across the school with the radio system, learning about the important role it plays in ensuring smooth operations and safety throughout the school day. With guidance from Principal Hudson, Ashari is getting a behind-the-scenes look at school leadership and communication management. Weโ€™re excited to see how this experience helps Ashari develop skills for the future, both in leadership and communication! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureLeaders #HeideTraskHighSchool #SchoolCommunication #LearningFromTheBest

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day โ€“ Christianโ€™s Experience at Surf City Tire & Auto! Today, Christian from Topsail High School (THS) dives into the world of auto mechanics as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day at Surf City Tire & Auto! ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ”ง Christian gets hands-on experience with the professionals at Surf City Tire & Auto, learning the ins and outs of automotive repair and maintenance. Itโ€™s a fantastic opportunity to explore a future career in the trades and gain valuable skills that will help build a strong foundation for success in the industry. Weโ€™re excited to see where Christianโ€™s journey in the automotive field takes him and are proud to support his career exploration! ๐ŸŒŸ #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureMechanics #TopsailHighSchool #SurfCityTireAndAuto #HandsOnLearning

๐Ÿš”โœจ Job Shadow Day Spotlight! โœจ๐Ÿš” Today, Eli Ciszek, a PCS CTE student, stepped into the world of law enforcement at Cape Fear Community Collegeโ€™s Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program! ๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ“š Shadowing the Director of BLET, Eli had the unique opportunity to engage with future police officers, leading a class discussion by asking thought-provoking questions like: ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ โ€œWhen did you decide to become a police officer?โ€ ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ โ€œWhat inspired you to pursue this career?โ€ With hands raised and stories shared, Eli got a firsthand look at the passion and dedication behind this profession. ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“ธ Check out these incredible moments captured in action! Real-world learning, real-world impact! #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers ๐Ÿš”๐Ÿ‘

๐Ÿพโœจ Job Shadow Day Spotlight! โœจ๐Ÿพ Meet Deliah Sitorius & Whitney McBride, two 7th graders from Topsail Middle School, who are spending their Job Shadow Day at Over The Moon Dog Grooming! ๐Ÿถโœ‚๏ธ These future professionals are getting a behind-the-scenes look at the world of pet care, learning how to keep our furry friends looking and feeling their best! ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this paws-itively awesome experience as Deliah and Whitney dive into the world of dog grooming! ๐Ÿ›๐Ÿ• Hands-on learning starts here! #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

๐ŸŒŸ Job Shadow Day Spotlight! ๐ŸŒŸ Meet Cole Crawford, a 7th grader at Surf City Middle School, who is getting hands-on experience in the workforce today at Pleasant Air! โ„๏ธ๐Ÿ”ง Cole is stepping into the world of HVAC, learning what it takes to keep things running smoothly. ๐Ÿ“ธ Check out this awesome moment captured this morning as Cole gears up for a day of career exploration! Real-world learning starts here! #CTEWorks #JobShadowDay #FutureReady #PCSCTE #FromClassroomsToCareers

PCS CTE Job Shadow Day at Burgaw Middle School! Today, weโ€™re thrilled to have Qwamane from Heide Trask High School job shadowing at Burgaw Middle School as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! Qwamane is getting a firsthand look at the world of education, observing teachers and learning about the day-to-day operations that support middle school students. Itโ€™s a fantastic opportunity for Qwamane to explore a potential career path and gain valuable insights into the education field. Weโ€™re excited to see how this experience helps shape their future goals! Keep up the great work, Qwamane! Weโ€™re proud to support you on your career journey! #PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureEducators #HeideTraskHighSchool #BurgawMiddleSchool

Job Shadow Day at South Topsail Elementary School! Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming some incredible students from Topsail Middle School, Surf City Middle School, and Topsail High School for an exciting Job Shadow Day at South Topsail Elementary School. A huge thank you to our bright future educators for spending the day with us: โ€ข Liam Collins โ€ข Harper Blanton โ€ข Paisley โ€ข Camille Marshall โ€ข Eliza โ€ข Gabby These students got a hands-on experience in the classroom, observing teachers, learning about student interactions, and getting an inside look at the daily life of an elementary school educator. It was an enriching experience for everyone involved, and we hope it inspires them as they continue to explore career paths in education and beyond! We look forward to seeing what these talented students will accomplish in the future! #JobShadowDay #FutureEducators #TopsailSchools #SouthTopsailElementary

Events like Job Shadow Day wouldnโ€™t be possible without the support of our incredible local businesses, mentors, and community partners. ๐Ÿ’™ Whether you welcomed students into your workplace, shared career advice, or provided hands-on experiences, you made a lasting impact. Your willingness to invest in our studentsโ€™ futures helps shape the next generation of skilled professionals, leaders, and innovators. ๐Ÿ’ผโœจ

To our students, we hope this experience sparked excitement about your future! ๐Ÿš€ Keep exploring, asking questions, and chasing your dreamsโ€”you never know where an opportunity like this might lead. And to our CTE team, we canโ€™t thank you enough for your dedication and hard work in making this event such a success! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

Enjoy the rest of Spring Break, and weโ€™ll see everyone back soon, ready to finish the school year strong! ๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸŽ‰

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Created with images by PX Media - "Career signpost" โ€ข airdone - "Career in Business Concept" โ€ข SerPhoto - "Close-up note with words of thanks written in handwritten font attached with a magnet to a metallic white surface"