By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Plainville High School has kicked off its new College and Career Readiness Center with success, providing students with a more hands-on approach to searching for the right school and field of study. The center, which fits roughly 20 students in the school counseling suite, offers students the opportunity to get a more hands-on approach to the college and career search. From resumes and cover letters to SAT preparation to college applications, the counseling department has worked closely with upperclassmen to ensure that they stay on track before entering college. The department has also started to work with underclassmen so they can learn more about the center and how it help them define their career goals that match their interests and aptitudes. Oneda Lamont, a guidance counselor at the high school, said upperclassmen find the center beneficial, especially if they struggle to find a college that best fits their interests. She also said underclassmen have started to use the center to their advantage. “They come in with an open mind, and are eager to listen,” said Lamont, who also serves as the instructional leader for the School Counseling Department. Sue Bradley, the coordinator of the center, [...]
By LISA CAPOBIANCO STAFF WRITER Plainville High School has kicked off its new College and Career Readiness Center with success, providing students with a more hands-on approach to searching for the right school and field of study. The center, which fits roughly 20 students in the school counseling suite, offers students the opportunity to get a more hands-on approach to the college and career search. From resumes and cover letters to SAT preparation to college applications, the counseling department has worked closely with upperclassmen to ensure that they stay on track before entering college. The department has also started to work with underclassmen so they can learn more about the center and how it help them define their career goals that match their interests and aptitudes. Oneda Lamont, a guidance counselor at the high school, said upperclassmen find the center beneficial, especially if they struggle to find a college that best fits their interests. She also said underclassmen have started to use the center to their advantage. “They come in with an open mind, and are eager to listen,” said Lamont, who also serves as the instructional leader for the School Counseling Department. Sue Bradley, the coordinator of the center, [...]