Beyond the Classroom: McMain High School Bigs Explore Careers at WEFTEC
For young people, sometimes discovering what’s possible starts with simply being given the opportunity to see it.
Recently, our McMain High School Bigs stepped outside the classroom and into the world of water, technology and innovation at the WEFTEC Conference in New Orleans. The experience gave students an up-close look at an industry many had never had the opportunity to explore before.
Exploring New Possibilities
Throughout the day, students connected directly with professionals working in the water industry, asked questions about their careers and learned more about the different paths that can lead into the field.
After lunch, they explored the WEFTEC exhibit floor, where they saw firsthand the machinery, equipment and technology being used to address real-world challenges and shape the future of water.
But the most exciting part wasn't just what our students saw. It was seeing their curiosity take over.
They asked questions. They explored. They made connections. And, most importantly, they were introduced to career paths and possibilities they may not have known existed before that day.
Mentorship Opens Doors
Experiences like this are an important part of what mentorship can provide young people.
Mentorship isn't only about helping a student navigate where they are today. It's also about expanding their view of what tomorrow could look like. When young people are exposed to new careers, industries and professionals, they begin to see more possibilities for themselves and their futures.
We're incredibly grateful to HOBAS for welcoming our High School Bigs, sharing their expertise over lunch and giving our students the opportunity to experience the industry firsthand.
For our McMain High School Bigs, WEFTEC was more than a field trip. It was a chance to learn beyond the classroom, meet people doing work they may one day pursue themselves and discover just a few more of the possibilities ahead.
That's what mentorship is all about: opening doors, expanding perspectives and helping young people see what's possible.
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