Welcome back! It's great to see all of our smiling faces in the halls again! I will be scheduling with teachers to get into classes over the next few weeks. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Important Dates:
September 7, 2026 - No School, Labor Day Holiday
October 12, 2026 - No School, Teacher In-Service
October 29, 2026 - End of Q1
Lesson Topics
Kindergarten : Meet the counselor
1st Grade: Handling Big Feelings
2nd Grade: Predicting Feelings
3rd Grade: Build a Business
4th Grade: Understanding Different Perspectives
5th Grade: Career Interest Inventory
6th Grade: Game of Life
Different careers are organized into different clusters or "families". As I come in to your classroom, we will explore the 16 career clusters while helping you learn how to match up your skills and interests with a career you will love! Below are the 16 career clusters as well as examples of jobs in each cluster.
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Animal Trainer, Farmer, Park Ranger
Architecture & Construction
Architect, Drafter, Electrician, Construction Worker
Arts, A/V Technology & Communications
Photographer, Art Director, Animator, Broadcast TechnicianÂ
Business Management & Administration
Manager, Accountant, Public Relations Director
Education & Training
Elementary Teacher, Librarian, Counselor, etc.
Finance
Loan Officer, Financial Advisor, Credit Analyst, Stockbroker
Government & Public Administration
Elected Official, City Planner, Foreign Service Officer
Health Science
Doctor, Pharmacist, Paramedic, Medical Assistant
Hospitality & Tourism
Travel Agent, Chef, Events Planner, Tour Guide
Human Services
Counselor, Psychologist, Child Advocacy Professional
Information Technology
Web Designer, Computer Support Specialist, Software Developer
Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
Lawyer, Security Guard, Firefighter, Social Worker
Manufacturing
Metal Worker, Equipment Operator, Quality Control TechnicianÂ
Marketing
Marketing Director, Customer Service Representative, Sales Associate
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathmatics
Engineer, Environmental Scientist, Oceanographer
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Truck Driver, Pilot, Train Operator