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Valdosta High School recently welcomed fifth-grade Young Wildcats from S. L. Mason Elementary School for a hands-on exploration of Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) pathways. The visit introduced students to exciting career opportunities and helped them see how their interests today can shape their futures tomorrow.

The tour gave students an opportunity to explore career pathways and discover how classroom learning connects to real-world skills and future careers.

“The future is full of possibilities for our Young Wildcats,” said Michael Rewis, Director of CTAE for Valdosta City Schools. “We want students to explore their interests, recognize their potential, and begin dreaming about what they can become. We cannot wait to see where their talents and ambitions take them!”

VHS extends its appreciation to Mrs. Lewis, CTAE Assistant Principal, for coordinating the tour and to Mr. Moody, Principal of Stuart Lindsay Mason Elementary School, and his staff for making this experience possible.

We also want to recognize and thank our VHS student ambassadors, Miriam Dennis, Sehmori Felton, Christopher Hall, Zoie Harless, Geya Patel, and Zahniyah Thomas, who did an outstanding job leading each tour group through our CTAE classrooms and showcasing the incredible opportunities available to our students. Thank you for representing Valdosta High School with pride, professionalism, and Wildcat spirit!

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