Work-Based Learning Events

The Division of Career, Technical and Adult Education hosts various events to support the future workforce throughout the year. More information about these division-wide events can be found below.

Workforce Summit

The Workforce Summit is a gathering of business leaders, educators, and community stakeholders focused on building strong partnerships that support career readiness in K–12 education. This summit provides a collaborative space to explore innovative strategies, share best practices, and identify meaningful ways the business community can support career-connected learning—from classroom engagement to internships and beyond.

Job for a Day

Job for a Day is a career exploration experience that connects LCPS 10th and 11th grade high school students with local businesses and professionals for a one-day, on-site visit. Through this program, students gain firsthand insight into a variety of career fields, observe workplace environments, and engage with industry experts. Job for a Day empowers students to make informed decisions about their future pathways by exposing them to real-world skills, expectations, and opportunities beyond the classroom.

Instruction 2 Industry

Instruction 2 Industry is a career exploration experience for LCPS students in grades 9–12, designed to help them prepare for the future workforce and discover career opportunities available throughout the region.

Work-Based Learning Contact

Kristina Lee

Kristina.Lee@lcps.org

571-246-0982