Thirteen students from Hempstead High School recently returned from an impressive showing at the 2023 iJAG Annual Career Development Conference in Des Moines, IA.
Congratulations to our students who will be advancing to the National Conference in Orlando, FL next month:
STATE WINNER
LOVE Project | Lifting Our Voices for Equity
A plan to address a challenge within their community to create a more inclusive world
- Kialah Hill | 12th grade
- Ava Runde | 12th grade
- Laila Saunders | 11th grade
Congratulations to our students on presenting in the following categories at the state-level conference:
STATE COMPETITORS
Prepared Speaking
A speech about how iJAG has impacted their lives
- Mariano Jeban | 11th grade
Employability Skills
A completed resume, cover letter, and live interview
- Ayiana Sandridge | 11th grade
Career Preparation
A powerpoint and presentation about their future career
- EzrahLynn Stowers | 11th grade
Creative Decision Making
A creative solution to a problem presented at the time of competition
- DeMarion Williams | 11th grade
- Byren Hayes | 12th grade
- Jenaleigh Williams | 11th grade
Financial Literacy
A computer test on financial literacy concepts
- Derick Lomax | 11th grade
Business Plan
A 10-page written business plan and presentation
- Coriana Smith | 12th grade
- Analicia Bermudez | 11th grade
- Lyanna Bellamy | 11th grade