During the week of February 3-7, Burnsview Secondary hosted Career Week, where grade 10, 11 and 12 students were given the opportunity to participate in a variety of career-related sessions during Individualized Learning Time and during the lunch break.
“This week has confirmed for me how important it is for students to have real world learning opportunities. The conversations students had with our career presenters and the experience of the Road Show heavy machinery simulator inspired many of our students!” said Jane Cougle, Career Teacher, Burnsview Secondary.
“Career Week is more than just an event. It’s a gateway to possibilities. As a career and post-secondary advisor, the typical question, I often receive from students, is “What should I do?” It gives opportunities for students to explore, ask questions, and envision their future with confidence. By bringing professionals and post-secondary educators together, we create a learning environment that extends beyond the classroom and into the real world,” said Sue Switzer, Career and Post Secondary Advisor, Burnsview Secondary.
“Career fairs with industry professionals inspire students, provide real-world insights, and expose them to careers they may never have considered,” said Lisa Chapieski, District Coordinator Student Options & Opportunities. “These events spark curiosity, build connections, and help students make informed choices about their future.”
Many thanks to the parents/guardians and local community members who came along to talk to students about their career journeys:
- Navi Sandhu, Pharmacy Assistant and author
- Mohamad Barak, Mechanic
- Lucky Manglo, Electrician
- Denise Reid, Senior Program Advisor War Crimes and Serious Inadmissibility Unit
- Kelly Williams, Engineer
- Muzamil Ahmed, Nurse
- Sharon Vipler, Physician
- Coleen Maceachern, Canadian Factual Television
- Sarah Glen, Delta Police Department
- Varun Chugh, Mortgage Broker
- Ravi Nagi, Electrician
- Annie Stadnek, Registered Nurse
- Lelia Sacre, Div 1 Student-Athlete Experience in US Post-Secondary
- Ravneet Johal, Health Care – Pharmacy
- Luke Johnson, Lawyer
- Fernando Gill, Animation Instructor
- Paula Doucette, Marine Biologist
- Minjeong Buchanan, Air Canada In-Flight Service Director
- Simran Cheema, Public Health Nurse, Fraser Health
- Sonny Buttar, RCMP
WorkBC also held sessions for students to learn about the youth employment services it offers, such as job search tips, resume building and how to access local job opportunities.
Representatives from KPU, Langara and Delta Community Colleges also attended to share information on their programs and give students some insight on what they have to offer.
On Friday, February 7, the BC Road Show Equipment Simulator visited the school to give students the opportunity to learn about careers in roading building in BC. Visit https://bcroadshow.ca/ for more information.
