Civil Municipal Magazine - Nov 2023

189 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 11 COUNCI L BLUFFS COMMUNI T Y SCHOOL DISTRICT “But we also believe in providing a wide variety of exploratory opportunities as students are matched with their interests,” Dr. Mathews shares. “Employability skills are a part of our curriculum related to that, as well as providing a robust work-based learning offering through apprenticeships and internships. Council Bluffs teachers supervise those experiences, and work with the students on goal setting and the skills that are needed to be successful in any future college or career opportunity.” Dr. Murillo maintains, “The pathways are very intentional and include options in various fields including the TradeWorks Academy in which students, even in 9th and 10th grade, can explore trades such as electrical, plumbing, construction, automotive, HVAC, and welding.” Through these pathways, students can gain industry-recognized credentials in their chosen career area.