Jan 6 2010

Lake Murray –Irmo Rotary Club Meeting Report for January 6, 2010

The Meeting was called to order by President Ginny Barr promptly at 7:30 AM. The invocation was offered by John Adair. The day’s speaker, Dr. Kay Shaw, was introduced by President Barr. Dr.Shaw’s subject was “Personal Pathways” , a systematic approach to affording guidance to public school students in selecting a course of study which aligns with their vocational interests. She provided interesting insights into how the students can be guided in their course of study to obtain the maximum benefit of their education in preparing them for vocations that they indicate an interest and Aptitude in. Dr. Shaw explained the “Personal Pathways” approach to guiding students in their course of studies so that their education facilitates their preparation for pursuit of their vocational interests and help them achieve professional capabilities that align with their Inherent interests and inclinations. Student records of career interests were shown for some 16 career areas. The top areas for the past two years were Health Sciences, the Arts and Science, Technology and Engineering.

Using this systematic approach to student guidance is a means of giving students an individualized approach to graduation plans that matches their interests and capabilities.