BRADLEY — Bradley Union School District recently hosted students, families and community members from Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties at its 2025-26 Regional Career Fair.
With nearly 350 attendees, the Feb. 20 event connected local schools, industry partners and sponsors to showcase opportunities for career growth and professional engagement while providing students with new experiences that open their minds to potential career pathways and nurture their development as well-rounded individuals.
The Career Fair aimed to bridge classroom learning with real-life applications, helping students understand how their education connects to future career and life goals. Participating districts and schools included: Bradley Union School District, Lillian Larsen Elementary, Almond Acres Charter Academy, Trinity Lutheran School, St. Rose Catholic School, San Ardo Union School District, Shandon Joint Unified School District and San Lucas Union School District.
Attendees had the chance to interact with representatives from a variety of industries and gain valuable insights into career possibilities.
“This event is a celebration of collaboration, bringing together schools, families and industry leaders to inspire and support career pathways,” said Josh Van Norman, Bradley’s superintendent/principal. “We’re thrilled to provide this opportunity for our community. Thank you to all of the participating vendors and school districts for committing to this event, our sponsors for their support and generosity, Bradley staff members Mr. Carvey, Mrs. Krull, Ms. Heer and to former Bradley parent, Mrs. Heidi McLenithan, for organizing such a fantastic opportunity for students.”
The Career Fair featured interactive booths, hands-on demonstrations, networking opportunities and information sessions designed to ignite curiosity and empower students to envision their future. By engaging with industry professionals, students gained a better understanding of career options and the skills needed to achieve their goals.
Sponsors and industry partners who supported and made this event possible included: Chevron, Tacos La Portanca De Jalisco, California Resources Corporation, Assemblymember Dawn Addis, Union Pacific, Monterey County Office of Education, Beable, Harvey’s Honey Huts, Taylor Rentals, Sticky USA, Coast Counties Peterbilt, Cal Fire, City of Paso Robles Fire, California Highway Patrol Templeton, U.S. Marine Corps, Central Coast Zoo, North County Orthodontics, Paso Robles Municipal Airport, Pacific Gas and Electric, Shift’n Gears Auto Repair, USA United Staffing Associates, Creston Large Animal Veterinary Services, Harneet Kaur DDS, California Rare Fruit Growers and City of Paso Robles.
