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At Side by Side School, we recently wrapped up our second annual Careers Week, held just ahead of National Careers Week. This event offered our older students valuable opportunities to explore a range of career possibilities while developing essential life skills as they prepare for adulthood.

Throughout the week, students took part in exciting hands-on experiences, including running a pop-up café and managing a school post office. These activities helped them gain real-world experience while developing vital teamwork and organisational skills. In addition to these practical activities, we welcomed guest speakers from various industries, including Chaverim, a voluntary organisation that provides vital community services such as emergency assistance and elderly home support. Our school nurse also gave an interactive talk, allowing students to try out healthcare tools like stethoscopes.

The event was designed to show our students the wide range of career opportunities available to them in the future. We displayed banners throughout the school with the inspiring message, “You Can Be Anything”, reinforcing our belief in their potential.

This year's Careers Week was a huge success, empowering our students to see their own possibilities and gain confidence in preparing for a fulfilling and independent future. At Side by Side, we are dedicated to supporting our students in building the skills and mindset they need for a successful transition into adulthood.

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