In an effort to inspire the next generation of innovators, Kennedy High School hosted its annual STEAM Career Fair on April 8, connecting students with industry professionals.

The event brought together professionals from various fields to showcase opportunities in STEAM industries and provide students with valuable insight into the careers shaping the future.

Some were even Kennedy alumni themselves, as the district is ever fostering its connection with past students.

"Our students are energized when they connect with role models and industry leaders in STEM and STEAM, as it helps them form a vision of themselves for the future," noted event co-organizer and Science/STEAM chair Rob Soel. "I truly believe that even a 10-minute conversation with a professional from the "real world" can be an inflection point that sets a student on the path toward exciting and rewarding college and career choices."

The career fair featured over 50 businesses, schools, medical professions and organizations, includingNorthwell Health, KidOYO, Protégé Art Studio, Barracuda Networks cyber security, student members of the Civil Air Patrol and many more.

Workshops and interactive exhibits gave attendees hands-on experiencewith cutting-edge technology, such as virtual reality and flight simulations, robotics presentations and 3D printing demonstrations.

The annual Medical Scrabble fundraiser was held ahead of the fair, where teams of students competed on a science-focused version of the popular board game.