its career pathways with both student interest and regional labor market trends. “We surveyed students, parents, and staff to see where their interests lie,” Dr. Poenitzsch explains. “Then we overlaid that with labor data—where are the high-demand, high-wage jobs in our area and region? We wanted to meet at that intersection.” or coding, they’re learning to think critically and collaborate naturally.” CONNECTING PATHWAYS TO LOCAL INDUSTRY While academic rigor remains a core focus, Bellville ISD recognizes that success after graduation often depends on practical skills and local opportunity.The district has taken a data-driven approach to aligning 178 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 12
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