As the state of Indiana shifts diploma types, a new class has been added to our school schedule.
SLC (short for Student Learning Community) is a new class that allows students K-12, educators and business partners to work together and share information based upon interest in careers. It gives students the opportunity to see what careers might best suit them and what is needed to achieve them as they get closer to graduation.
The class equips students to pursue their passions and be successful in developing their career. “It’s a good idea to get students prepared for the next step in their life,” said a CHS teacher.
SLC was added to the curriculum because the state of Indiana decided to emphasize college and career readiness in K-12 education.
To do this, they grouped students based on their individual interests and are beginning to let them investigate careers. The students are actively being prepared for success in whatever career they choose.
The class was made in an effort to change traditional high school in a way that will better prepare students for college and careers after high school.
The three SLCs, Freshman, Human Services, and T.E.A.M (Technology, Engineering, Agriculture, and Mechanical) add variety for the different students at high school and is based on what year you are and what your interests are career wise.
The new class is already making an impact, with the introduction of Xello last year, there’s already progress being made towards learning and building the education of students despite what grade level they’re in.
Although the class seems beneficial for students, there may be mixed opinions on it still.
“I like that the class is able to give us a perspective on what the future will look like and how to manage our grades for our future careers,” said sophomore Eli Brooks. “I don’t think, however, that 25 minutes a day is enough to truly teach us what the period is meant for. Instead of making us write about the careers we like, we should actually do activities that dip our feet in the water and get a taste of the real world.”
As the class changes and adapts to arising problems, the goal will remain the same going forward. Students will still be engaged and experience different careers throughout their time in school and be prepared to make a positive difference no matter what they choose to do after school.
