Students Discover Careers and Volunteerism with Non-Profit Organizations

Posted On Wednesday October 23, 2024

Story provided by Allisson Badger, District Career Education Coordinator

On October 17, 2024, 15 students from the Kamloops-Thompson School District participated in Discover Day: Community Impacts – Careers in Nonprofits, hosted by the District’s Career Development Department and Katie Hutchins from The Mustard Seed.

Each year this Careers Discover Day offers Grade 10–12 students from schools across the District the opportunity to learn about community impact, non-profit careers, and volunteerism. This is just one example of how the Career Development priority in the 2022-2027 District Strategic Plan helps to prepare students to attain their career objectives by offering a range of career discovery experiences. Depending on students’ interests, passions, and goals, Discover Days aim to support students in making successful transition decisions by providing opportunities to gain hands-on experiences in various industries.

“This day is important for students because it lets them explore the opportunities they can have to make a difference in society. Careers and volunteerism in community impact organizations benefit both ourselves and our community. Youth in particular, play an important role as they have a different perspective that is valuable,” shared Event Coordinator Katie Hutchins.

This year, students toured and engaged in hands-on experiences at The Mustard Seed, Foundry, Mount Paul Food Centre, People in Motion, Kamloops Aboriginal Friendship Centre, and Kamloops Brain Injury Association.

“I really enjoyed the day personally because it was a great real-life learning experience. It showcased the good acts and the needs that society faces and gave me a genuine experience. It showed me that a lot of the non-profit organizations really do make a difference. Getting to see different organizations and how they bring non-profit work to life such as the Aboriginal Friendship Centre was really eye-opening.” shared NorKam Student Cecileigh Simpson.

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