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From
staff reports
Compton
Unified School District (CUSD) trained more than 150 students for job
success at the 5th Annual Student Portfolio Workshop held Friday, April
18 at El Camino College Compton Center.
Students from 17 CUSD elementary and middle schools had the opportunity
to discuss their career plans and “sell” their qualifications
during one-on-one interviews and career building sessions with working
professionals. Students had to research specific careers and participate
in mock interviews and “Dress for Success” workshops prior
to attending Portfolio Day.
“We wanted to motivate our students and help them to explore
the world of careers and professions that lie beyond the walls of their
classrooms,” said
Deloris Davis Holmes, CUSD associate superintendent. “This workshop
provided our students with an opportunity to experience the interview
process. Our objective was to have our students interact with members
of our community, who have already attained their career goals and
who can serve as resources and role models.”
Students arrived in their best interview outfits, carrying their portfolios,
which included their autobiographies, cover letters, resumes, job applications
and two of their best academic assignments. Guest interviewers reviewed
student portfolios and then participated in Q-and-A sessions. Interviewers
also evaluated each student based on oral presentation, quality of
work and career objectives. After the sessions, students and interviewers
provided feedback.
The 24 guest interviewers represented a variety of industries, such
as entertainment, nonprofit, education, finance and music. Among the
interviewers were movie producers, business directors, educators, musicians,
a financial analyst and a police officer.
The event is one of several offered through the Career Exploration
program, which is designed to expose elementary and middle school students
to a range of careers.
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