SAT

If you are planning to take the January SAT, don't forget to register at www.collegeboard.com before December 30th.
The next ACT testing date is February 11th. The deadline to register is January 13th. You can register at www.actstudent.org Happy Holidays! School is out until January 2nd.

Arts, A/V Technology and Communications Cluster

If you have an interest in performing, writing, playing a musical instrument, or drawing, then this may be the cluster for you. Careers in this cluster include graphic designer, journalist, and composer. Does this sound like you? See your Guidance Counselor for more information about careers in this cluster.

Swofford Career Center offers classes in graphic design and video production. Landrum High School has a variety of fine arts classes including band, drama, chorus, strings, journalism, and art. If any of these classes appeal to you, be sure to sign up for one of them during the registration process.

USC Upstate Computer Science

Computer Science is a fast growing and in demand career for the 21st century. With the ever changing technology and the need for highly trained individuals with strong technical and mathematical skills, computer science is a natural choice for those who want pursue a career that will allow them to work with computers. Some career choices in this major include: software developer, system analyst, information technology specialist, web application developeer, and network analyst.

Dr. Sebastian VanDelden, an Associate Professor from USC Upstate's Computer Science major, presented information about computer science and demonstrated the role of computer science through technology and science in Mrs. Givins' science classes. USC Upstate is among the fastest growing universities in South Carolina. Each computer science class provides students access to "smart" classrooms that encompass research labs, multimedia capabilities, and well equipped computer labs.

If you love math and want to work with computers, then this may be the major for you. For more information about computer science, click here.

Respiratory Care at Spartanburg Community College

Mr. Joel Livesay from Spartanburg Community College spoke to students today about careers in respiratory care.

Respiratory Care therapists evaluate, treat and care for patients with breathing problems or disorders. They assess a patient's need for respiratory care and administer therapy, while evaluating responses and modifying care. They work under the supervision of a physician. This career is in demand. Spartanburg Community College's program is a two-year Associate of Science degree program. The average salary is in the mid 50's. Students should have an interest in health sciences and should be strong science students. For more information, click here.

Airport Security Careers

Assistant Federal Security Director for the Greenville/Spartanburg International Airport, Richard Nelson, spoke to Mr. Mahaffey's law education classes about careers in airport security.