Peachland-Polkton students explore Anson County careers

PEACHLAND — Peachland-Polkton Elementary School hosted its annual Career Day on Friday, March 11. Community members visited to tell students about their careers, their job duties, the level of education or training required, and which school subjects are important in their line of work.

Students learned from radiologists, police officers, a coach, a horse farrier, nurses, a land surveyor, a baker, paramedics, a fashion entrepreneur, a computer engineer, an athletic trainer, a pilot, a vet, a physical therapist, a doctor, an attorney, a Marine and the staff of the Anson County Animal Shelter.

The guest speakers put a lot of time and effort into their presentations. They made the lessons fun, hands-on and engaging to young students.

Peachland-Polkton Elementary administrators said they want students to realize the skills they are learning now will have an impact on their futures.

It is vital that we help our students realize their potential,” school counselor Sadie Shaver wrote. “These young kids are the future of our community. Our goal is to encourage them to strive for excellence. Special thanks to all of the guests who visited and made Career Day a success! Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedules to be a positive influence for students.”

Contributed photo Tim Shingleton, director of sports medicine at Wingate University, taught Mrs. Emrich’s fourth-grade class about athletic training.

https://ansonrecord.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/web1_PPES-Career-Day-1-fz.jpgContributed photo Tim Shingleton, director of sports medicine at Wingate University, taught Mrs. Emrich’s fourth-grade class about athletic training.

Contributed photo Jill Lucas spent time teaching Mrs. Moss’ second-grade class about radiology. Students were able to look at X-rays and learn about radiologists’ and radiologic technologists’ job duties.

https://ansonrecord.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/web1_PPES-Career-Day-2-fz.jpgContributed photo Jill Lucas spent time teaching Mrs. Moss’ second-grade class about radiology. Students were able to look at X-rays and learn about radiologists’ and radiologic technologists’ job duties.

Contributed photo Will Stokes, a student from Wingate University’s doctor of physical therapy program, visited Ms. Liles’ fifth-grade class to speak about earning a doctorate degree and being a physical therapist. Nykell Sturdivant, pictured, had fun with the stethoscope.

https://ansonrecord.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/web1_PPES-Career-Day-3-fz.jpgContributed photo Will Stokes, a student from Wingate University’s doctor of physical therapy program, visited Ms. Liles’ fifth-grade class to speak about earning a doctorate degree and being a physical therapist. Nykell Sturdivant, pictured, had fun with the stethoscope.

Contributed photo Angelica Crawford enjoyed learning from Officer Carmen Jenkins, pictured, and Officer Scott Gulledge in Mrs. Parson’s fifth-grade class.

https://ansonrecord.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/web1_PPES-Career-Day-4-fz.jpgContributed photo Angelica Crawford enjoyed learning from Officer Carmen Jenkins, pictured, and Officer Scott Gulledge in Mrs. Parson’s fifth-grade class.

Contributed photo Ms. Stewart’s sixth-grade class learned from Peachland-Polkton Elementary School alumnus Dr. Holly Walters Stegall. Each student got to learn about all of the many tools Stegall uses. They also learned about casting. Each student put a cast on his or her finger.

https://ansonrecord.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/web1_PPES-Career-Day-5-fz.jpgContributed photo Ms. Stewart’s sixth-grade class learned from Peachland-Polkton Elementary School alumnus Dr. Holly Walters Stegall. Each student got to learn about all of the many tools Stegall uses. They also learned about casting. Each student put a cast on his or her finger.

Contributed photo Maureen Lett, a local baker, taught Mrs. McClain’s second-grade class about the process of baking, decorating cakes and the experience of owning her own business.

https://ansonrecord.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/web1_PPES-Career-Day-6-fz.jpgContributed photo Maureen Lett, a local baker, taught Mrs. McClain’s second-grade class about the process of baking, decorating cakes and the experience of owning her own business.