What's Happening?
The Tech Academy at Tiyan High School hosted a 'Boot Camp' event designed to engage students with professionals from various industries, including military branches, higher learning institutions, and local businesses. The event, structured like a career day, aimed to expose students to different career paths and provide them with insights into various professions. Staff Sgt. Gerard Paulino of the Guam Army National Guard emphasized the importance of exploration over recruitment, encouraging students to discover their interests and potential career opportunities. The event featured booths from community partners such as telecommunications, automotive, carpentry, and robotics.
Why It's Important?
This boot camp is crucial for fostering curiosity and workforce development
among students. By providing exposure to different career options, the event helps students gain clarity and confidence in their future career choices. It also allows professionals to contribute to developing workforce pipelines by engaging with the next generation of workers. Such initiatives are vital for preparing students for the workforce and ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in various industries. The event also highlights the importance of community partnerships in supporting educational and career development programs.
