WELCOME!
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On this page you will find:
- General overview of Career Services
- Current events within PCHS
- Special programs and opportunities outside of PCHS
- Career Conversations - Schedule & Registration
- This page is updated regularly with a variety of information
Mission: to ensure all PCHS students are prepared with a personalized plan for success and are ready for college, career, military, and life after graduation.
PCHS Career Services is here to help all students prepare for life beyond high school. Mr. McCoy, the Career Development Coordinator is your Career Coach that provides workshops, internships, field experiences, military info, guest speakers, special events and more. Info may be found here, regularly on the TV announcements, and on Twitter @pchscareers.
Make an appointment whenever needed by emailing Coach at dmccoy@wcpss.net from your WCPSS email.
Make an appointment whenever needed by emailing Coach at dmccoy@wcpss.net from your WCPSS email.
FOLLOW CAREER SERVICES ON TWITTER!!
Career Services has a new Twitter for the 20-21 school year. Follow us @PCHSCareers.
PCHS CAREER PATHWAYS
ATTN: GRADUATING SENIORS GOING STRAIGHT INTO WORKFORCE!
UNC SYSTEM VIRTUAL EVENT: ASK A STUDENT
During the week of April 12, 2021, we are hosting the first UNC System Ask a Student virtual panel for prospective students to learn more about campus life at the 16 UNC System universities.
https://www.northcarolina.edu/ask-a-student
Posted 4/8/21
https://www.northcarolina.edu/ask-a-student
Posted 4/8/21
CAROLINA SPORTS JOURNALISM CAMP
APPLY BY 4/1
http://hussman.unc.edu/csjc
http://hussman.unc.edu/csjc
Wake County EMS - EMT Program and Application Information for 2021-2022
Posted 3/23/21
LOOKING SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES??
Check out this home page, our Jobs & Resumes page, and our Learning Opportunities, Clubs, & Camps page!
Duke Opthalmic Technician Program
Info session 3/25/21!
Can you see yourself as an allied ophthalmic professional? Ophthalmologists in health systems and private practices all over the world employ ophthalmic technicians (OpTechs) to assist in caring for patients with eye diseases or injuries.
Have questions about the Duke Ophthalmic Technician Program? Join us for a virtual information session March 25, 2021 from 5-5:30pm. We will discuss and answer any questions about the program, the clinical practice, and hear from former students.
https://dukeeyecenter.duke.edu/education-and-training/duke-ophthalmic-technician-program
Posted 3/22/21
Have questions about the Duke Ophthalmic Technician Program? Join us for a virtual information session March 25, 2021 from 5-5:30pm. We will discuss and answer any questions about the program, the clinical practice, and hear from former students.
https://dukeeyecenter.duke.edu/education-and-training/duke-ophthalmic-technician-program
Posted 3/22/21
PAUL MITCHELL THE SCHOOL - OPEN HOUSE
Posted 3/10/21
JUST ANNOUNCED: CISCO HIGH
Cisco High School STEM Externship is back on and virtual this year!!
Applications are open now!!
Applications are open now!!
Posted 3/10/21
ATTN: SENIORS & RECENT GRADUATES INTERESTED IN A LANDSCAPING CAREER!!
UPCOMING COLLEGE EVENTS
Event #1: Junior Jumpstart Night - Thursday, March 4 at 12:00pm or 7:30pm
12:00pm Event Link - https://uasystem.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4hxXa9kORveBtUMCBNVTdA
7:30pm Event Link - https://uasystem.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yO29BKrETieKQ-kLBBVPdw
This is an invitation to Junior students and parents to attend the Junior Jumpstart Presentations. These presentations are meant to help Juniors and their parents feel more secure in their college knowledge base moving into their Senior Years. Colleges participating are listed below:
Sarah Baskaron – East Carolina University - baskarons19@ecu.edu
Emily Schultz – East Carolina University - schultze18@ecu.edu
Rachael Hopewell – University of Alabama - rachael.bama@ua.edu
Casey Crisp - University of Alabama at Birmingham - ccrisp@uab.edu
Katherine Mason – UNC Charlotte - Katherine.Mason@uncc.edu
Katie Huber – University of South Carolina - khuber@sc.edu
Event #2: Virtual Mini College Fair on March 24th (2:30pm-3:30pm) - Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors can attend!
Colleges participating: East Carolina University, University of Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham, UNC Charlotte, University of South Carolina
Students can sign up here to attend: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080b45abad28a13-virtual.
Posted 3/3/21
STUDENT COLLEGE SURVEY
Students working on a project are needing help from other students by requesting they complete the survey at the link below. Thanks for participating.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdABZHgHkUf3itGfBs_7tUdvckApoVBRDSP0WZ8N7ETANivdQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Posted 3/1/21
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdABZHgHkUf3itGfBs_7tUdvckApoVBRDSP0WZ8N7ETANivdQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Posted 3/1/21
ATTN: UNDECIDED SENIORS
Posted 2/22/21
SMART Lunch Career Conversations
More details and registration is below.
Please note that starting 2/17 all Career Conversations begin at 10:25am on Google Meet - unless otherwise noted.
Pre-registration required.
Must be logged into WCPSS account to register, when logging into meetings, and to watch videos.
-Thursday, September 10 - U.S. Navy
-Thursday, October 1 - NC State VetPAC
-Thursday, October 29 - First Bank - Banking & Business Development
-Thursday, November 5 - NCTAP Apprenticeships **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, November 10 - Paul Mitchell Cosmetology **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Thursday, November 19 - Mayor of Morrisville **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, December 1 - SECU Banking Careers
-Thursday, December 10 - Duke Cardiologist **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, December 15 - Electrical Engineer **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, February 9 - U.S. Marines <<< CANCELED....CONTACT COACH MCCOY FOR MORE INFO ON MARINES
-Wednesday, February 10 - ROTC **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Thursday, February 25 - NC State VetPAC
-Thursday, March 4 - Blue Line Aviation **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, March 9 - Paul Mitchell Cosmetology CANCELED...but check out the video from our fall chat above
-Thursday, March 11 - Meteorologist: ABC11's Brittany Bell
-Thursday, March 17 - Duke Energy: Power Systems Engineer
-Tuesday, March 23 - NCTAP Apprenticeships >>>Registration is closed, contact Coach McCoy about possible late registration<<<
-Thursday, March 25 - Caterpillar - Gregory Poole CAT's Think BIG Student/Intern Program >>>Registration is closed, contact Coach McCoy about possible late registration<<<
-Wednesday, April 21 - Speech-Language Pathologist >>>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER<<< before Mon 4/19 ***NEW DATE & TIME***
-Friday, April 23 - Interior Designer >>>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER<<< before Mon 4/21
-Tuesday, April 27 - UNC School of Medicine Students >>>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER<<< before Fri 4/23
-Wednesday, May 12 - Graphic Designer >>>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER<<< before Mon 5/10
Be sure to check back often as we add more chats in Spring 2021 and check out the Career Spotlights page for videos on a variety of careers!
Pre-registration required.
Must be logged into WCPSS account to register, when logging into meetings, and to watch videos.
-Thursday, September 10 - U.S. Navy
-Thursday, October 1 - NC State VetPAC
-Thursday, October 29 - First Bank - Banking & Business Development
-Thursday, November 5 - NCTAP Apprenticeships **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, November 10 - Paul Mitchell Cosmetology **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Thursday, November 19 - Mayor of Morrisville **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, December 1 - SECU Banking Careers
-Thursday, December 10 - Duke Cardiologist **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, December 15 - Electrical Engineer **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, February 9 - U.S. Marines <<< CANCELED....CONTACT COACH MCCOY FOR MORE INFO ON MARINES
-Wednesday, February 10 - ROTC **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Thursday, February 25 - NC State VetPAC
-Thursday, March 4 - Blue Line Aviation **CLICK HERE FOR RECORDING OF CHAT**
-Tuesday, March 9 - Paul Mitchell Cosmetology CANCELED...but check out the video from our fall chat above
-Thursday, March 11 - Meteorologist: ABC11's Brittany Bell
-Thursday, March 17 - Duke Energy: Power Systems Engineer
-Tuesday, March 23 - NCTAP Apprenticeships >>>Registration is closed, contact Coach McCoy about possible late registration<<<
-Thursday, March 25 - Caterpillar - Gregory Poole CAT's Think BIG Student/Intern Program >>>Registration is closed, contact Coach McCoy about possible late registration<<<
-Wednesday, April 21 - Speech-Language Pathologist >>>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER<<< before Mon 4/19 ***NEW DATE & TIME***
-Friday, April 23 - Interior Designer >>>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER<<< before Mon 4/21
-Tuesday, April 27 - UNC School of Medicine Students >>>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER<<< before Fri 4/23
-Wednesday, May 12 - Graphic Designer >>>CLICK HERE TO REGISTER<<< before Mon 5/10
Be sure to check back often as we add more chats in Spring 2021 and check out the Career Spotlights page for videos on a variety of careers!
ASVAB - CAREER EXPLORATION PROGRAM
Register for each of the sessions of your choice by clicking the buttons below and completing each form.
Info Session 2/2/21 - CLICK HERE (registration closes 1/29/21) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED...EMAIL DMCCOY@WCPSS.NET FOR LATE REGISTRATION INQUIRIES
Miss the meeting? Watch a recording of it here! Must be logged into WCPSS. >>>CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO<<<
Spring Test 4/7/21 - CLICK HERE (registration closes 4/1/21)
Update 3/26 - April 7 is now a teacher workday. We plan on still hosting the test that day - if there is enough interest.
There will NOT be any school busses that day. Students must provide their own transportation. Test will begin at 7:30am and no late arrivals will be allowed. If you cancel and will be returning to PCHS in the fall you will have the opportunity to take the test next school year. If you are a graduating senior, you may contact a military recruiter and discuss test options.
For more info including study materials, please visit: asvabprogram.com
Info Session 2/2/21 - CLICK HERE (registration closes 1/29/21) **REGISTRATION IS CLOSED...EMAIL DMCCOY@WCPSS.NET FOR LATE REGISTRATION INQUIRIES
Miss the meeting? Watch a recording of it here! Must be logged into WCPSS. >>>CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO<<<
Spring Test 4/7/21 - CLICK HERE (registration closes 4/1/21)
Update 3/26 - April 7 is now a teacher workday. We plan on still hosting the test that day - if there is enough interest.
There will NOT be any school busses that day. Students must provide their own transportation. Test will begin at 7:30am and no late arrivals will be allowed. If you cancel and will be returning to PCHS in the fall you will have the opportunity to take the test next school year. If you are a graduating senior, you may contact a military recruiter and discuss test options.
For more info including study materials, please visit: asvabprogram.com
Career Development Coordinator
Daniel McCoy, MBA, GCDF, CIC
dmccoy@wcpss.net
Twitter: @coachdmccoy
919-463-8656 ext. 25227
Office located in Student Services
Career Coach
Head Wrestling Coach
Assistant Football & Baseball Coach
Previous Business & Marketing Teacher at PCHS
dmccoy@wcpss.net
Twitter: @coachdmccoy
919-463-8656 ext. 25227
Office located in Student Services
Career Coach
Head Wrestling Coach
Assistant Football & Baseball Coach
Previous Business & Marketing Teacher at PCHS
Panther Creek High School
Cary, NC
Cary, NC
