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 An important part of teaching is helping students identify their interests and skills as they progress along the pathway to colleges and careers. Use the following activities to help students hone in on the future.
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Career and Technology Education Month: March
 The Port
The Port of Baltimore is a thriving transportation system that concentrates on the movement of goods and people. Use MPT's interactive exploration the "Port" to help students gain insight into careers and technologies at Maryland’s bustling hub. Activities and lessons are correlated to Maryland Career Clusters.
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 Energy Consumption and Conservation
The impact that human activity has on the
environment is the focus of MPT’s interactive STEM module. Students explore topics including the effects of carbon footprints and climate change, and apply the engineering design process to complete tasks. Videos featuring scientists and engineers working on the job help students make the connection between STEM learning and quality careers.
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Maryland College and Career Ready Resources
Prepare students for colleges and careers and help them thrive in a 21st century economy. Visit MSDE's site to access tool kits,
standards, a Parents’ Guide to Student Success, and other relevant resources.
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 College and Career Choices
Choosing the right college and determining potential career
paths can be quite complicated. Help students simplify the process, research
possibilities, and plan for the future.
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NOVA Labs: Career Resources
Encourage students to explore career options, find role models, and seek out information about colleges. Find resources related to STEM careers, CyberSecurity, Medical
Technology, Energy, Meteorology and others.
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Professional Development
 Teaching
Digital Literacy Webinar
March 22, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. EDT
Library
Department Chair Michelle
Luhtalain discusses the distinctions between media literacy and digital literacy, and highlights how each can be addressed in the classroom and through the library program.
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 3rd Annual
Early Childhood Conference
March 25, Liberty Judy Center
Planning on attending the Early Childhood Conference in Baltimore? Stop by MPT’s exhibit table and learn about the latest and greatest activities on
Thinkport. Staff will be on hand to demonstrate the current collection
of PBS KIDS math and literacy learning adventures.
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PBS Education Spotlight
Inspiring Middle School Literacy Collection
Strengthen the literacy skills of struggling readers in grades
5–8 with PBS LearningMedia’s collection of videos and interactive activities. Each
lesson addresses a range of literacy strategies from subjects including science,
social studies, mathematics, and English language arts.
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