STUDENTS TO EXPLORE ARRAY OF PROGRAM CHOICES AT M-DCPS CAREER & MAGNET EXPO, DEC. 13


December 8, 2003


Thousands of students and their families will have an opportunity to explore the many choices in courses and programs the school system offers to help students prepare for future employment and higher education at its upcoming "I Choose Miami-Dade County Public Schools CAREER & MAGNET EXPO."

A Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS)/Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, Inc. partnership, the EXPO is set for Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the fair's Arnold Hall, Coral Way and S.W. 112 Ave.

While geared toward helping eighth- and ninth-grade students and their parents select high school level career courses and programs, the CAREER & MAGNET EXPO will offer beneficial information for students at all grade levels, including adult students, with exhibits by the school system's 78 magnet programs, 65 student career academies and 22 adult education centers. Local businesses will have exhibits, as well, with information about job opportunities for M-DCPS graduates.

Highlights include a computer career center, counseling center, practice job interviews and information sessions. Student performances will be featured and on-site child-care services will be provided.

"It's never too early to help our students plan their futures," said Superintendent of Schools Merrett R. Stierheim. "The school system offers so many school-to-career programs, and the CAREER & MAGNET EXPO is a wonderful showcase for them. Students and parents who attend the event will have an exceptional opportunity to learn about the many educational choices available."

Admission to the event is free. For more information call 305-603-0641 or visit www.fairexpo.com. Click on calendar of events.

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[Editor's Note: Provide a link on your website to the "I Choose Miami-Dade County Public Schools CAREER & MAGNET EXPO" website at www.fairexpo.com.

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