The Career Preparation class of Mount Pleasant High School participated in a field trip to the Lowe’s Distribution Center in Mt. Vernon, Texas on October 16. The field trip concluded their job application unit where the students selected a possible job at Lowe’s and created a cover letter, resume, application and references for that particular job. While touring the facility, they were able to see what duties their chosen job performs each day. Career Preparation teacher Jackie Scoggins said the tour brought real-life application to the classroom. The MPHS Career Preparation class combines classroom instruction with work-based training outside the classroom. Students must work a minimum of 15 hours per week and receive regular evaluations from their employer. For more information on the Career Preparation program, contact CTE Director Karl Whitehurst.

Photo: members of the MPHS Career Preparation class