Mountainside High School students got a look at life after graduation at a career fair where they spoke with professionals across multiple fields.
Students prepared questions during advisory class before the event, according to the Beaverton School District. They then met with working professionals to learn about career experiences and post-graduation paths.
The fair fits into a broader career-readiness effort across the district. BSD offers Career Technical Education (CTE) programs at each of its high schools. Those programs run at least three credits, moving students from introductory career exploration to advanced technical skills, according to the district's CTE page.
CTE comes in two forms. Site-based programs give students hands-on learning at their home school through the standard course selection process. District CTE Option Programs are two-year, half-day tracks open to students across BSD's comprehensive high schools, Flex Online and Community School, with admission set by a districtwide lottery and transportation provided.
At Mountainside, site-based CTE programs include a Business track. That program focuses on career-specific technical skills, professionalism and industry-recognized credentials, according to the district. It also offers students opportunities to work with local business and industry partners.
Families interested in CTE options can explore available programs through the BSD course selection process at their student's high school.
