Career Preparation and Flexibility with Sage Oak: Insights from Lexy Peterson

In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses career preparation for Sage Oak students with Lexy Peterson from the Virtual Learning Academy program. Lexy shares her journey at Sage Oak and her passion for career readiness, emphasizing the significance of nurturing student curiosity and exposing them to various career pathways. The conversation highlights the Oakschool program, Pathways program, and CTE (Career Technical Education) courses available to students at different educational stages. They delve into the progression from elementary to high school, illustrating how each phase helps students explore and solidify their career interests. Additionally, Lexy discusses the flexibility provided by Sage Oak, which supports high-performing students with busy schedules, such as athletes and competitive performers, ensuring they can balance their academics with their extracurricular activities. The episode concludes with Lexy's advice to stay curious and keep asking questions, promoting an empowering learning environment.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:49 Meet Lexy Peterson
01:40 Career Readiness and Oakschool
03:05 Exploring Career Pathways
04:18 Pathways and CTE Programs
08:41 Supporting High-Performing Students
13:11 Flexibility and Mental Health Benefits
13:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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