Tecumseh Public Schools staff reported June 9 that the district has completed a K–12 career‑development model and a one‑page “portrait of a TPS graduate,” and has expanded student pathways and apprenticeship connections to local employers.

Staff described work this year to produce 17 career‑pathway documents, add a sixth‑grade careers class and revise senior‑year English pacing to embed career‑ready tasks (resumes, mock interviews and employer engagement). The district also plans a digital “landing page” to make career resources accessible to students and families.

Counseling and career staff said an apprenticeship board installed at the school lists local partners and uses QR codes so students can quickly access contact information; staff reported 15 of 16 partners are offering paid internships. Megan (counseling staff) and other presenters said the board aims to streamline student connections to local employers for paid and unpaid work‑based learning.

On social‑emotional supports, the district implemented iWellness screening after spring break. Counselors receive dashboard alerts when a student’s responses indicate concern and follow up with either brief check‑ins or more intensive counseling as needed. Staff said the iWellness pilot provides more timely, actionable data to counselors compared with prior seasonal screening alone.

Professional development and school‑level supports were also discussed. Administrators received training in instructional practices and engagement strategies; teacher feedback prioritized future PD on safety and security, embedding career content across core curriculum and math best practices. District leaders said they will continue developing universal building supports and student leadership groups to report progress.

Why it matters: The career‑development model, apprenticeship connections and SEL screening are intended to increase student readiness for employment, postsecondary education and overall well‑being.

Next steps include launching the career landing page, finalizing soft‑skills certification to be embedded in senior English, expanding apprenticeship signups over the summer, and continuing iWellness data use in counselor workflows. District staff invited trustees to visit the apprenticeship board in the counseling hallway to see posters and QR codes.

Ending: Trustees expressed support for the initiatives and asked staff to continue reporting progress as the programs move from design to implementation.