Promise Project
Promise Project
We are extremely excited to launch our partnership with the Tasso Foundation to support our students' aspirations and journeys to their future careers.
Please watch the video to see how you can 'Pledge a Promise'
Inspirational work experience placements are valuable for our students for several reasons:
Motivation: Experiencing an inspirational work environment can ignite passion and enthusiasm in students. It can provide a glimpse into potential career paths they may not have considered, motivating them to set ambitious goals for their future.
Aspirational Role Models: Exposure to inspirational professionals can serve as role models for students. Seeing individuals who have achieved success through hard work, dedication, and innovation can instill a sense of possibility and ambition in students, encouraging them to aim high in their own endeavors.
Real-World Context: Inspirational work experience placements offer students the opportunity to apply classroom learning to real-world situations. This hands-on experience helps students understand the relevance of their education and how it translates to various careers and industries.
Broadening Horizons: Secondary school students have limited exposure to the range of career options available to them. Inspirational work placements expose them to diverse professions and industries, broadening their horizons and encouraging them to consider paths they may not have previously explored.
Building Confidence: Successfully navigating a challenging and inspirational work environment can boost students' confidence in their abilities. It demonstrates that they have the skills and resilience to thrive in demanding situations, empowering them to pursue their goals with self-assurance.
Encouraging Critical Thinking: Exposure to inspirational workplaces encourages students to think critically about their own strengths, interests, and values in relation to potential career paths. It prompts reflection on what they find personally meaningful and fulfilling in a professional context.
Long-Term Goals: Inspirational work experience placements can help students envision their long-term career goals and the steps needed to achieve them. They may develop clearer aspirations and a sense of purpose, guiding their academic and extracurricular choices to align with their ambitions.
Overall, inspirational work experience placements play a crucial role in shaping students' career aspirations, building their confidence, and fostering a sense of purpose and direction as they transition into adulthood and this is why the Promis Project is essential in inspiring MHS students to be leaders of the future.
