Southern Virginia Youth Expo 2015 Career ChoICE Final Evaluation Report

Abstract

The Southern Virginia Youth Expo 2015, Career ChoICE, designed to help students explore the range of possible careers in Southern Virginia, was held for its second year at the Old Dominion Agricultural Complex in Chatham, Virginia on September 30 and October 1. The event affords seventh, ninth, and tenth graders from six Virginia school divisions and one North Carolina high school the opportunity to engage in over 60 hands-on activities and meet with personnel from 80 different businesses in Southern Virginia. The main goal is for students to Imagine the range of career possibilities, Connect with future employers, and Explore the actual work involved in the range of jobs showcased at this event.