As students at Lakeside Middle School start to explore possible career choices the Career Development webpage will provide a wide range of information. The site is designed to assist students and parents as the student begins to plan for high school, post-secondary education and/or training, and the workforce.
While the middle school student may be too young to truly commit to a career choice, he/she is not too young to learn that the understanding of one's self is crucial in choosing a career that will be satisfying and rewarding. 
With that in mind, South Carolina is implementing a program entitled "Personal Pathways to Success." The purpose of this program is to assist students as they develop goals for their future and for specific careers. 
Students explore many careers opportunities from kindergarten through eighth grade. In the eighth grade each student uses this exploration, along with interest and ability assessments to select a career cluster of study for high school. This planning is completed with an Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) created and signed by the student, parent, and a counselor. 
As the Career Development Facilitator at Lakeside, I will work with students, teachers, and parents throughout the year as we take a walk along the Pathway to Success.
Please feel free to contact Malura Shady at 260-5135 or through e-mail at malurashady@anderson5.net if you have any questions or concerns.