KELSEYVILLE, Calif. — Kelseyville High School was buzzing with excitement Feb. 19 as more than 400 students of all grades, freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors, participated in a College & Career Day.

During the event, students had direct access to representatives from over 30 agencies, including universities, educational programs, skilled trades, health care, the military, law enforcement, local businesses, government agencies and more.

The event provided students with valuable insight into their future academic and career pathways, reinforcing the importance of post-secondary planning.

From four-year universities and community colleges to trade schools and industry professionals, attendees had the opportunity to explore a diverse range of career options.

Hands-on demonstrations and one-on-one conversations helped students understand the real-world skills and education needed for their futures.

To encourage engagement, students were given passports to track their participation. Those who completed their passports by visiting multiple booths and interacting with professionals had the chance to win exciting prizes donated by local businesses, including hats, gift cards, Stanley tumblers, and Beats headphones.

One student described the prizes as “fire,” with adults in attendance assuming that was a positive review.

“The event was pretty cool,” said Briana Davis, a senior at Kelseyville High. “ I like that it had lots of options to meet with different careers like real estate, wineries, healthcare, not just colleges and military branches.”

Kelseyville High School teacher Daniel Conklin highlighted the event’s impact on students. “It was great to see how excited all of my Life Skills and Personal Finance students were,” Conklin said. “Being able to speak with professionals about careers they are interested in, without having to step foot off campus, is a great opportunity for our students.”

The school offered a major thank you to Lake Event Design, whose generous donation of tables helped create an organized and welcoming space for students and professionals to connect.

Organizers said Kelseyville High School's College & Career Event was a success, with an incredible turnout and positive feedback from students, staff, and exhibitors alike.

The school looks forward to continuing to provide students with hands-on opportunities to explore and prepare for their futures.