Layman Scott High School Hosts Career Fair and Mock Interviews

Layman E. Scott Snr. High School (LSHS) celebrated its annual Career Fair on Friday, 20 March 2026, at the Aston Rutty Centre, welcoming over 40 local business entities and approximately 140 partners. The event, themed “Pathways to Success: Exploring Careers, Building Futures”, offered students from Years 6 to Year 12 a unique opportunity to explore career options and engage with potential employers.

The career fair was attended by key officials including Hon. Rolston Anglin, Minister for Finance and Economic Development & Education and Training and Hon. Isaac Rankine, Minister for Social Development and Innovation and Youth, Sports, Culture and Heritage.

LSHS Acting Principal Kevin Roberts remarked, “We are grateful for the many organisations and professionals who partnered with us for this year’s Careers Fair. Their willingness to share their experiences helps inspire our students and strengthens the connection between education and the world of work. The mock interviews and the vocational placements are critical in preparing our students for future success in the workforce”

In addition to the career fair, the week-long series of career-focused activities provided students with deeper, hands-on preparation for the world of work. The activities included mock interview preparation for Year 12 students, the introduction of the Career Cruising research facility for Year 9 students, and presentations on study and career options for Year 11 students. All 24 Year 12 students prepared job applications across ten local entry-level roles, with 23 students participating in interviews conducted by seven specialised panels.

Furthermore, students in the Vocational Work Link Programme were visited by their supervisors at their six work placement sites, including Cayman Brac Public Library, Fire Services, Planning Department, Public Works Department, Van Dilbert Construction, and West End Primary School. Supervisors reported that all eight students are performing satisfactorily and benefiting from mentorship to support their career development.

Reflecting on the experience, Year 12 Vocational Work Link student Jeremiah McClean shared, “This program has been a valuable experience for me, as it provides an opportunity to gain practical work experience that will benefit me in the future.”

Mrs. Kristi Miller, Acting Principal of West End Primary School, also highlighted the value of the initiative, stating, “Through our ongoing involvement with the LSHS work experience programme, we have welcomed several students to West End Primary who have been a real asset to our school. It is incredibly rewarding to support their development and help guide them as they explore a future in education.”

For more information on Layman E. Scott Snr. High School and its Career Services Department, visit https://schools.edu.ky/lshs/ .