It's Read Across America Week! 📚 PCS Board of Education member Jennifer Hansen stopped by Penderlea School to read to kindergarteners Monday morning. #OnePender
💅✨ Hands-On Experience at Utopia Day Spa! ✨💇♀️
Shoutout to Miranda Harrell, a talented 7th-grade student from Penderlea, for spending her Job Shadow Day at Utopia Day Spa in Burgaw! 🌟 Miranda had the opportunity to work side by side with nail tech Adrianna, owner Nina Jenkins, and stylists Zayne Casbeer and Ashley Marie—getting a firsthand look at the beauty and wellness industry!
From learning nail care techniques to observing professional styling, Miranda gained invaluable experience in a fast-paced and creative environment. A huge thank you to Utopia Day Spa for welcoming and inspiring our future professionals! 💖👏
#JobShadowDay #FutureBeautyProfessional #OnePender #CareerExploration #Penderlea #ClassroomsToCareers
🚒🔥 Future Firefighter in the Making! 🔥🚒
Shoutout to Tanner Soward, an ambitious Surf City Middle School student, for spending his Job Shadow Day at the North Topsail Beach Fire Department! 👨🚒💪 Tanner had the opportunity to explore the life of a firefighter—learning about fire safety, emergency response, and even getting hands-on experience with the equipment.
A huge thank you to the NTBFD team for providing such an engaging and educational experience! This is what #ClassroomsToCareers is all about—helping students discover their passions and future career paths.
Keep aiming high, Tanner! 🚀👏
#JobShadowDay #FutureFirefighter #OnePender #CareerExploration #SurfCityMiddle
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - TaKari, 7th grader at Penderlea School spent the day shadowing her former teacher, Paula Finn.
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - Dakota is a 7th grader at Cape Fear Middle School. She shadowed her mom a Kindergarten Teacher at Malpass Corner Elementary School. Ms. Beatty, BS. ECE. & ECSE.
Malpass Corner Elem. Kindergarten Teacher
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - Mathew (Penderlea) with S&S Contruction replacing a shed door.
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - Tyler's mom shared that Tyler (Penderlea) helped load and unload truck tires, made deliveries to multiple customers (companies) and enjoyed learning how the boom truck operates while changing tires on logging equipment. Also, he enjoyed napping on the way home after his dad put him to work all day!!🤷🏼♀️🤣🤣🤣🤣
PCS CTE Job shadow Day - Wyatt from Penderlea spent the day with Lunsford Timber, LLC. He helped grease and run the excavator and learned about clearing land.
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - HTHS Student: Jude, Junior Canines for Service (training service dogs for veterans) Shadowed Trainer - Reagan Stauffer; Dogs - Carson, Miller. Jude got to work in many areas to help train the dogs. Grocery store, dog park, and their facility. She even got to teach a dog how to open the fridge!
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - Carolyn, an 8th grader at TMS participating at Eastcoast Volleyball Academy, job shadowing head coach Allecia Raynor.
She gave private lessons and created her own practice plan for 2 different age level teams.
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - Aria from Surf City Middle shadowed BM1 Allen at Camp Lejeune Coast Guard Special Missions Training Center. She observed high risk coxswain training from the water, participated in weapons instruction simulation and even got to drive the boat!
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - Job Shadow with my (Paula King-Jacobs) daughter Abrianna from Heide Trask HS.
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - 8th grade West Pender Middle School Student Malaya is off to learn more about real estate as she shadows Mrs. Katie Linderman, a former veteran teacher of hers from Pender County Schools.
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - Penderlea 8th grader Jordan at Supply Hardware
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day - Naomi and Laila shadowed Mrs Gourley at MCES. They explored and built with our students!
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day – Abigail at Surf City Fire Department!
Today, Abigail from Surf City Middle School is shadowing at the Surf City Fire Department as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! 🚒🔥
Abigail is getting a firsthand look at the exciting and impactful work of firefighters, learning about the daily responsibilities, teamwork, and life-saving skills required to serve and protect the community. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore a career in emergency services and public safety.
We’re excited to see where this experience leads Abigail as she explores her future career options!
#PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureFirefighters #SurfCityMiddleSchool #SurfCityFireDepartment #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day – Kenedy Hoing at Banyan Silo Ridge!
Today, Kenedy Hoing is shadowing at Banyan Silo Ridge as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! 🌳🏡
Kenedy is exploring the world of property management, learning about the development and operations of luxury communities and real estate management. This hands-on experience is a great opportunity to see how the industry works and the different roles involved in creating and maintaining beautiful living spaces.
We’re excited to see how this experience shapes Kenedy’s career interests and look forward to seeing where the journey takes her!
#PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureRealEstateProfessionals #CareerExploration #BanyanSiloRidge #LearningByDoing
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day – Emma Dunn at New Hanover Regional Medical Center & Skyline Building!
Today, Emma Dunn from Surf City Middle School is exploring two amazing sites as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day – New Hanover Regional Medical Center and the Skyline Building (Old PPD Building)! 🏥🏢
Emma is gaining valuable insight into both healthcare and corporate environments, learning about the different roles that contribute to the smooth operations of these facilities. From medical services at the hospital to business operations at the Skyline Building, Emma is discovering a range of career possibilities.
We’re excited to see where Emma’s experiences take her and can’t wait to watch her career exploration journey unfold!
#PCSCTEJobShadowDay #CareerExploration #SurfCityMiddle #NewHanoverRegional #SkylineBuilding #HealthcareAndBusiness
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day – Jack Bailey at THS Library!
Today, Jack Bailey from Topsail Middle School is shadowing at the Topsail High School Library as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! 📚✨
Jack is exploring the world of library services, learning about the daily tasks of managing books, assisting students, and helping with research. It’s a great opportunity for Jack to see the behind-the-scenes work that keeps a library running smoothly and discover potential career paths in library science and education.
We’re excited to see where Jack’s interests take him as he continues to explore different career possibilities!
#PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureLibrarians #TopsailMiddleSchool #TopsailHighSchool #CareerExploration #LearningByDoing
PCS CTE Job Shadow Day – Lexi Milam at Pender Medical Center Emergency Department!
Today, Lexi Milam from Pender High School is shadowing an Ultrasound Technician at the Pender Medical Center Emergency Department as part of PCS CTE Job Shadow Day! 🏥📊
Lexi is getting a first-hand look at the important role ultrasound technology plays in the medical field, learning about patient care, diagnostic procedures, and the crucial role of healthcare professionals in emergency settings. This is an amazing opportunity for Lexi to explore a potential career in healthcare and medical technology.
We’re excited to see how Lexi’s experience today shapes her career aspirations in the future!
#PCSCTEJobShadowDay #FutureHealthcareProfessionals #PenderHighSchool #UltrasoundTech #MedicalFieldExploration #CareerExploration
