fields that are STEM related, so kids could interact and really be inspired,” says Jansen. CAREER READINESS Lincoln Consolidated Schools has developed a Portrait of a Graduate, outlining six key competencies: critical thinking, empathy, communication, collaboration, global citizenship, and adaptability. Jansen conveys, “We feel like if we instill these in kids by the time they graduate from Lincoln, alongside all of these other initiatives, they will be prepared for whatever the world is going to be in 10,15, 20 years from now.” To further support career readiness, the district offers a range of opportunities for secondary students, including career and technical education (CTE) programs. Through a partnership with the South and West Washtenaw Consortium students are able to explore fields such as auto repair, marketing, photography, health sciences and more. “These are hands-on career classes, which they attend off site at another school partnering with us,” outlines Coury. In 390 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 07
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