SUMMARY: Months before graduating high school, students explored career options at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College during the 21st Century Career and Technical Education experience. With dreams of fields like robotics and live entertainment, many students, including Nehemiah Barnet, aim for careers in mechanical engineering. The event showcased over 50 study fields and featured six faculty members with industry experience, emphasizing rewarding careers and salaries. Dr. Brad Bailey highlighted the importance of exploring diverse opportunities. Students also benefit from dual credit options, allowing them to earn college credits while in high school, facilitating a smoother transition into higher education or immediate industry entry.

An invitation to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College gave students a chance to learn about 50 fields of study.

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SUMMARY: The speaker recently returned from a mission trip to Honduras with the nonprofit Partnership for Clean Water and Education. The trip focused on assisting remote villages in accessing clean water and education. This year, a suspension bridge was built for students in Pii Coloradas, who previously faced dangerous conditions crossing a stream to reach school. The group also started a water transfer system to provide clean water to eight villages and distributed donations of clothes, shoes, and school supplies. The organization plans to return to Honduras next year to continue their efforts to help communities in need.

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SUMMARY: Aubrey Hill, a standout athlete at Biloxi High School, is recognized as the Student Athlete of the Week for her resilience, toughness, and leadership on the basketball court. As a three-sport athlete, she has developed mental toughness and a strong bond with her teammates, which has contributed to their undefeated season in Mississippi. Hill’s maturity and experience, playing varsity since eighth grade, make her a key player as her team advances to the quarterfinals. Motivated by her father, who also coaches her, Hill is preparing for her future at Pearl River Community College, where her coach believes her best is yet to come.

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