I recently had the pleasure of joining leaders from the Sacramento region on the Metro Chamber’s Cap to Cap trip. The trip was important as we were able to educate federal policymakers about California’s unique needs and priorities and discuss challenges specific to the Sacramento region. The trip also served as an opportunity to network with Sacramento-area friends and colleagues and tell them about all of the work St.
Last month, Sac High hosted a Career Fair to connect our high school scholars with representatives from different agencies, businesses, and colleges. Over 100 students participated in the event where they used their Career Fair “Passport” to network with professionals, discover exciting new opportunities, and explore possible careers in a comfortable environment.
We are thrilled that Sac High is continuing its partnership with the UC Davis Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Medicine to bring hands-on learning, exposure to science, and lab research opportunities to our high school students.
We hope you can join us for St. HOPE’s 4th annual Juneteenth Block Party at 40 Acres event on Saturday, June 15 from 4-9pm that will take place in and around the 40 Acres Complex in Oak Park (35th Street and Broadway). The free event will have activities for everyone, including a kids zone, live music, black-owned vendors, cultural activities and of course amazing food! We have a great lineup of performances which include:
Featured bands include the return of the Shawn Raiford Band, the Tina Turner tribute and Klymaxx as the headliner
While at Sac High, Jonathan Hunn was part of the honors program and played football for the Dragons. He immersed himself in the rigorous coursework which he says set him up for success in college. He also enjoyed the camaraderie and leadership opportunities that came with being captain of the football team and part of the ROTC program.