Just how do you prepare students for the real world? It’s a question on every employer’s mind – and it is on Virginia Beach’s to-do list. In fact, a new initiative called Virginia’s Workplace Readiness Skills has launched in Virginia Beach, and is on its way to roll out through Virginia.
Virginia’s Workplace Readiness Skills program teaches high school students the critical skills they need for the workplace, whether they get a job right out of high school, or continue on to college or other advanced training.
Reading, writing, and arithmetic top the list, of course, but the curriculum also includes character-building skills that are fundamental to career success, such as listening, teamwork, work ethic, problem-solving, communication skills, and positive attitude.
In addition to Workplace Readiness Skills, over 4,100 students in Career and Technical Education program passed industry certifications in the 2008-2009 school year. The Virginia Beach City Public Schools' Career and Technical education courses provide skills and knowledge for all students, whether they are considering careers after graduation from high school, pursuing higher education, or seeking a combination of both.