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Future Pathways Expo

Overview:

The Future Pathways Expo is a dynamic, student-centered event designed to expose students to a wide range of post-secondary opportunities and major industries across New Brunswick. With a unique blend of interactive booths and breakout sessions, students can tailor their experience based on their interests or explore new possibilities. The event takes place in the morning, with each grade level attending during designated times. Students can register for sessions of interest, allowing them to dive deeper into fields such as health care, trades, and more. The events are planned in collaboration between the school and the District Career Transition Coach.

*If you are looking to accomplish tasks from the Career Life Plan Graduation Requirement, please follow this link to include a “Student Passport” at your event: Future Pathways Expo – Student Passport | Hopeful Transitions

Objectives:

  • Help students explore diverse post-secondary and career opportunities across New Brunswick.
  • Offer a well-rounded experience through both interactive booths and breakout sessions.
  • Provide students with choice and autonomy in their career exploration journey.
  • Support informed decision-making for students who are unsure of their career path.
  • Foster partnerships between schools, educators, and community organizations.

Instructions:

  1. Partner with the hosting school and District Career Transition Coach for event planning.
  2. Schedule the event in the morning (typically 8:30–11:30 AM).
  3. Organize booth participants and breakout session hosts from various post-secondary institutions, industries, and support organizations.
  4. Allow each grade level dedicated time to visit booths.
  5. Enable students to register for breakout sessions aligned with their interests.
  6. Ensure flexibility for students to focus on specific fields or explore broadly.

Key Highlights:

  • Combination of booths and breakout sessions.
  • Focus on New Brunswick-based opportunities.
  • Open to multiple grade levels with scheduled rotations.
  • Offers in-depth exploration of student-selected interests.
  • Supports both decided and undecided students in their career planning.