Freshman Career Speakers @ James Lawson High School

Get Connected Icon Happens On Mar 4, 2026
Get Connected Icon 12:00pm - 12:35pm

Description

James Lawson High School is looking for professionals to speak with their 9th grade students as they prepare to select their academic and career pathways for next year.

Date: March 4
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:35 PM

This is a great opportunity to share your career journey and help students connect their interests to real-world opportunities.

What students appreciate:

  • Hands-on activities or real-world examples (such as blueprints, tools, demonstrations, or equipment)

  • Hearing your personal career story and how you reached your current position

  • Advice on important soft skills, including good decision-making, anger management, communication, and making strong first impressions

Bilingual professionals are especially encouraged to participate.

Please feel free to share this opportunity with anyone in your network who may be interested.

This sign-up genius link sign-up genius will show the available slots and areas of need (Health Sciences, Performing Arts, Digital Design, Culinary, Digital Technology/Engineering, Visual Arts (including fashion & interior), AV Technology, Business and Entrepreneurship. 

Once you sign up, you will receive a calendar invite with instructions for signing in.

Help inspire the next generation by sharing your experience and expertise.

For additional questions, please feel free to reach out to James Lawson Academy Coach Mary York at Mary.York@mnps.org

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 21 and 100.
Get Connected Icon Register by Mar 3, 2026
Get Connected Icon Is Not Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Is Wheelchair Accessible
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Location

Get Connected Icon James Lawson High School
8001 Hwy 70 South
Nashville, TN  37221