Abbott Elementary School hosted its first-ever Career Day on May 16, offering its young scholars an exciting opportunity to explore their futures from a wide variety of industry professionals who gave engaging talks and hands-on demonstrations.
From mechanical engineers to wildlife park rangers, guests shared their unique career journeys and provided students with insight into their daily work. As part of the event, students from all grade levels rotated through interactive sessions and presentations. A tabling area allowed them to meet professionals, ask questions and explore tools of the trade, including Lynwood Public Works’ utility trucks, a professional soccer player’s skills demonstration and rocket prototypes shared by an aerospace engineer.
In classroom sessions, students listened to presentations from wildlife park rangers and law students, viewing real-world visuals and examples of their work. These immersive experiences helped students better understand what different career paths look like in practice.
Career Day aligns with Lynwood Unified’s core value of Unlocking Brilliance to ignite student potential by equipping them with the tools, skills and resources they need to thrive. Early exposure to a variety of careers plays a vital role in setting students up for success. By helping students envision their futures now, Lynwood Unified is preparing and inspiring them to explore the opportunities that lie ahead.