Welcome to the


The Junior Summit:
a day full of information and Inspiration for high school juniors
As you head into your senior year, you’ve got some big, exciting decisions to make. It might seem a little overwhelming. But the more information you have about your options, the more confident you’ll feel about making those choices. That’s why LaunchNW is hosting a Junior Summit on May 27th. It’s a full day of future–building!
The Junior Summit is a unique opportunity for high school juniors from non–metro communities to explore various pathways after graduation. It will empower you to think critically about your future and offer valuable insights into the path beyond high school. You’ll hear from high–powered local influencers with real–world advice that benefits you! You’ll connect with local colleges and apprenticeship programs and explore a wide range of career options. You’ll gain firsthand knowledge and
advice from industry professionals. And you’ll be able to spend time with other high–school juniors who are working on their future… just like you.
A time and place to launch into a plan for your future

Keynote Speaker
Blue Stiley
Author, Speaker & Podcast Host
Know Your Why

Speaker
Duncan Kirkwood
Global Resilience Speaker, Author & Educator
Unleashing Perseverance, Passion, and Purpose

Speaker
Mandi Price
Emmy Award-Winning Producer
Dare to Dream Big
Event Highlights
- Speaker Presentations
- Interactive Workshops
- Resources for Post High School Planning
- Presentations from local universities and apprenticeship programs (EWU, WSU, Whitworth, Gonzaga, Spokane Colleges, AGC)


Session Themes
Session 1: Social & Support Snapshot Post-High School
Session 2: Exploring Your Path
Session 3: Know Your Next Step
Students will attend 3 sessions of their choice within the themes above.

Whitworth University
May 27th, 2025
8am – 7pm