Spokane, Wash. – LaunchNW is hosting its inaugural Senior Summit on October 15 from 9:30am-1:30pm at the Spokane Convention Center. High school seniors across the region will gather for an informative and motivating experience centered around the subject of post-high school education and career opportunities.
More than 500 students are expected to attend the Senior Summit. The event will be supported by representatives from all sectors of the community, including local businesses and educational institutions.
Notably, key organizations will provide workshops for students to attend during the Senior Summit, each focused on a relevant topic. Examples include STCU’s ‘Digital Citizenship’ workshop and the ‘Introduction to the Trades’ workshop by utility industry veteran Eric Rosentrater.
A highlight of the event is featured guest Jamar Root. A motivational speaker and cancer survivor, Root has garnered national recognition for his impact in helping students discover their purpose while they transition into adulthood.
The Senior Summit will inspire high school seniors as they pursue post-high school opportunities, whether that be at a 2-to-4 year program, an apprenticeship or a certification. This is in alignment with LaunchNW’s overall mission, which is to ensure that every child finds belonging and travels their best journey from birth to career attainment.
The event has largely been organized and directed by Briget Duncan, LaunchNW’s FAFSA Program Manager. She is also a Community Outreach/Program Facilitator of the Washington Alliance for Better Schools.
“Our hope for this event is to ignite a desire in our students to explore their unique talents and passions, showing them the pathways to turn dreams into reality,” says Duncan.
“We want them to feel encouraged, knowing there’s a supportive community ready to guide them on their journey of self-discovery. It’s okay not to have all the answers to the question, ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ What matters is they can turn their strengths and passions can turn into a future career.”