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Shelby County Schools is dedicated to preparing our students for the journey.

10/28/2026

Self Awareness

Self awareness is the “conscious knowledge of one’s own character, feelings, motives and desires.” Aristotle said, “knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” To become more self-aware, be honest with yourself, know your strengths and consistently work to improve on your weaknesses.

Workforce Wednesday
CTE — Career and Technical Education, Shelby County Schools

Conciencia de sí mismo

La autoconciencia es el "conocimiento consciente del propio carácter, sentimientos, motivos y deseos". Aristóteles dijo: "conocerse a uno mismo es el comienzo de toda sabiduría".
Para ser más consciente de sí mismo, sea honesto consigo mismo, conozca sus fortalezas y trabaje constantemente para mejorar sus debilidades.

Personal Miércoles
CTE — Career and Technical Education
Shelby County Schools

10/21/2026

Exploring Careers Through Job Shadowing!

Exciting things are happening in our Columbiana and Vincent zones!

This week, our Career Coach, Taylin Berry, helped connect students with valuable job-shadowing opportunities, allowing them to step outside the classroom and experience potential careers firsthand!

Shelby County High School: One senior spent the day shadowing a structural engineer and absolutely loved the experience! Another senior explored the music industry through a job-shadowing opportunity at Alabaster Music Co.

Vincent Middle High School: A senior gained firsthand experience in the physical therapy field by job shadowing at PT Solutions in Columbiana.

These real-world experiences are what Career and Technical Education is all about—helping students explore their interests, make meaningful industry connections, and gain a better understanding of future career opportunities!

A huge thank-you to Career Coach Taylin Berry for helping make these experiences possible and to our local industry partners for investing their time in our students!

Exploring careers today, building futures tomorrow!

10/21/2026

Work Ethic

Work ethic means being reliable, putting in effort and doing your best work consistently. We’ve all heard Tim Notke’s quote “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” Think about an area of your life where you could improve your work ethic...strive to make those improvements today.

Workforce Wednesday
CTE — Career and Technical Education Shelby County Schools

Ética laboral

La ética laboral implica ser confiable, esforzarse y hacer el mejor trabajo de manera constante. Todos hemos escuchado la frase de Tim Notke: “El trabajo duro supera al talento cuando el talento no trabaja duro”. Piensa en un área de tu vida en la que podrías mejorar tu ética laboral... esfuérzate por hacer esas mejoras hoy.

Personal Miércoles
CTE — Educación Técnica y Profesional de las Escuelas del Condado de Shelby

10/14/2026

🌟 Leadership in Action at Helena Middle School! 🌟

Mr. Lee and Helena Middle School’s leadership teams from both Technology Student Association (TSA) and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) recently attended the Joint Leadership Development Conference (JLDC)!

The goal of JLDC is to help build Alabama’s college- and career-ready workforce by developing the leadership skills students need to succeed. During the conference, students met with state representatives from their respective Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) to learn more about leading, managing, and strengthening their programs.

Through this experience, students gained valuable insight into their leadership roles and how they can make a positive impact within their organizations and school community.

10/14/2026

Connect 2 Careers

Connect 2 Careers is sponsored by The Shelby County Chamber and will feature various industries from Shelby County and the Greater Birmingham area. All tenth grade students in Shelby County Schools will have the opportunity to interact with professionals from a variety of industries as well as have the opportunity to use various simulators. The field trip is during the school day and there is no cost for students to attend! The event will be held at the Pelham Civic Complex.

Permission Slip required - 10th grade students and parents - check your email for the permission slip and complete by October 23.

10/14/2026

En su carrera, habrá momentos en los que tendrá varios proyectos pendientes al mismo tiempo. Ser capaz de concentrarse es la capacidad de concentrarse en una tarea a la vez. En un mundo con muchas distracciones, la capacidad de concentrarse le permitirá lograr sus objetivos con mayor éxito.

Bruce Lee dijo: "Un guerrero exitoso es un hombre promedio con un enfoque similar al de un láser."

Mientras se prepara para el final del semestre y la ajetreada temporada navideña, tómese tiempo para concentrarse priorizando sus tareas y evitando distracciones.

In your career, there will be times when you have several projects due at one time. Being able to focus is the ability to concentrate on one task at a time. In a world with many distractions, the ability to focus will let you accomplish your goals more successfully.

Bruce Lee said,"A successful warrior is an average man with a laser-focus."

As you prepare for the end of the semester and the busy holiday season, make time to focus by prioritizing your tasks and avoiding distractions.

10/07/2026

Professionalism can be defined as conducting oneself with responsibility, integrity, accountability, and excellence. Shiv Khera said, "It's not the job you do, it's how you do the job."

To improve your own professionalism, work on these skills: be on time, be prepared, keep a good attitude, and be trustworthy.

El profesionalismo se puede definir como comportarse con responsabilidad, integridad, rendición de cuentas y excelencia. Shiv Khera dijo: "No es el trabajo que haces, es como lo haces".

Para mejorar tu propio profesionalismo, trabaja en estas habilidades: ser puntual, estar preparado, mantener una buena actitud y ser confiable.

10/01/2026

🚁 A Unique Learning Experience at Helena High School! 🩺
Julia Hill’s classes at Helena High School are in for an exciting day of career exploration today!

Students had the opportunity to see the RAMSS LifeFlight helicopter land on the practice field behind campus and learn more about the important role emergency medical aviation plays in healthcare.

Adding to this incredible experience, Vicki Lavender, President of the Alabama Board of Nursing, spoke with students and shared valuable insight into the nursing profession and healthcare careers.

From emergency medical services to nursing leadership, this is an amazing opportunity for students to connect classroom learning with real-world careers!

A special thank you to Julia Hill for creating meaningful experiences that inspire students to explore their future possibilities! 🚁❤️

10/01/2026

Our amazing Career Coaches are always doing wonderful things to prepare our students for their future!!! Way to go Mrs Berry!!!

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Calera, AL
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