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New Athletic Trainer Shares her Career Path with Students

Lauryn Martin speaks in front of a class while holding the sheet describing the class activity
New Athletic Trainer Shares her Career Path with Students
 
 
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​A new Fenton staff member showcased her own career path to help students understand one of the many healthcare professions. Lauryn Martin, Fenton’s new Athletic Trainer, shared her career journey with students in Fenton’s Introduction to Healthcare Occupations classes. 
 
Ms. Martin graduated from Elgin High School, which is a relatable school that Fenton competes against, and she earned a bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Science and a master’s degree in Athletic Training from the University of Pittsburgh. 
 
 
Two classes sit on the Learning Stairs in the STEM Wing and listed to Lauryn Martin talk about her career as an Athletic Trainer.
 
 
A student fills out their class activity worksheet while listening to Lauryn Martin presentation on her career as an Athletic Trainer.
 
 
Throughout her presentation, Ms. Martin explained daily tasks, industry requirements, state regulations, and personal stories. She also reviewed the important classes she took in high school and how they prepared her for the college courses required for her career path. 
 
Students had opportunities to ask prepared questions as well as follow-up questions inspired by the presentation.
 
 
A student raises their hand to ask Lauryn Martin a question during her career presentation.