This free event is an opportunity for students, families and the community to learn about apprenticeships and jobs
Battle Ground Public Schools invites the public to attend the 9th annual Industry Fair, happening Thu., Feb. 15, at Battle Ground High School. This free event is an opportunity for students, families and the community to learn about apprenticeships and jobs in health care, education, manufacturing, technology, construction, finance, hospitality, retail, transportation and more.
“We just love being here talking to kids,” said Derek Hendrickson, co-owner of Hendrickson HVAC. “There’s a lot of kids who maybe are better suited to jump straight into work or into an apprenticeship and make a fantastic living and have a fantastic life doing it.”
Some employers may be hiring so bring your resume.
Who:
- Everyone is welcome. This event serves students, families and the community.
- Child care will be available at the event.
- Approximately 80 employers from a variety of industries will be available to answer questions.
- Attendees will have an opportunity to complete a survey and be entered into a drawing to win prizes
When:
- Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024
- Resume workshop in the Battle Ground High School career center from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Industry Fair from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where:
- Battle Ground High School, 300 West Main St., Battle Ground, WA
This year’s Industry Fair is sponsored by Battle Ground Public Schools in partnership with Goodwill Industries of the Columbia-Willamette, Partners in Careers and WorkSource Southwest Washington.
Join us for an educational evening at Battle Ground High School to learn about the many career opportunities in our region.
Information provided by Battle Ground School District.
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A very impressive event and turnout.I was very pleased to learn that BG High School began offering “Construction Math”…Learning how to calculate area,miter angles,feet of lumber for a project,material costs and estimates seem a very worthwhile offering for
students who pursue trades.