Selma High School is doing a great job at preparing students for the future, whether it is getting them ready for college or ready to enter the workforce.

Seven recent graduates received their certified nursing assistant licenses after passing exams in June.

They were part of a program at Selma High School that teaches the foundation of nursing.

“It teaches them basic nursing skills, and allows them to be able to go into the nursing home, do clinicals and perform skills on real individuals so they can get training,” said Courtney Carter-Clark, health and science teacher at Selma High School.

More schools should add programs to prepare students for a career.

It can only benefit the students by giving them an idea of what a career in nursing or other professions will be like.

Programs like Selma’s can also give student that aren’t sure about their future a better direction. Many students graduate high school not know what they want to do, whether it is entering the workforce or seeking a college degree.

Career training programs help students get excited about school and more engaged.

According to a 2012 Student Gallup Poll, 44 percent of high school students are disengaged in school, showing less involvement and enthusiasm.

President Barack Obama announced an effort in 2013 to redesign high schools in America to better prepare students for life after graduation.

It is good to see Selma High School taking the initiative to teach students about more than just match and science.

Wallace Community College Selma is also making an effort to prepare students for a career before college with its dual enrollment program.

We look forward to seeing other students in Selma take advantage of the educational opportunities that are offered and hope to see more schools incorporate career tech programs.