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Kennewick students urge more internships, financial literacy and workplace skills; board hears cabinet objectives
Summary
Students told the Kennewick School District board they feel academically prepared but lack exposure to internships, financial literacy and interpersonal skills; board leaders reviewed 32 cabinet objectives that link strategic goals to measurable outcomes and promised ongoing reporting.
President Galbraith convened the Kennewick School District study session and Mr. Hansen invited members of the superintendent’s student advisory council to describe what it means to be "well prepared" after high school.
Students told board members they generally feel academically prepared but cited gaps in life skills and exposure to careers. One student said they had the academic tools — "Do I know the math? Do I know how to write properly?" — but lacked financial knowledge. Angel, a student participating in HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America), urged expanded…
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