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Speaker and Field Trip Recaps

February 7, 2025: UA Local 467 Representative Discusses Career Pathways for Plumbers, Pipefitters & HVACR Service Technicians

UA Local 467 Representative Thomas Johnson presents to students

Thank you to Thomas Johnson of UA Local 467 for coming out on February 7 to speak with our students about the various career pathways for Plumbers, Pipefitters & HVACR Service Technicians.

Students learned about his high school experience and how he became successful in his local, he also talked about various  pre-apprenticeship programs, the benefits and the typical wages of a union worker in this field.   

Collage of Navy Members and Equipment with PHS staff and students

October 11, 2024: Members of the Navy Speak With PHS Students about Various Military Careers

Thank you to Air Traffic Controller First Class Vuong Ngo; Special Operator First Class (Name redacted for security); Navy Diver First Class Zach Reiner; Navy Diver Second Class Jackson Behun; Machinist Mate Second Class Juan Moreno-Avendano; Navy Counselor First Class Brian Budd; and Aviation Electrician Chief Sixto Paguirigan for coming out to Peninsula High on October 11 and speaking to more than 25 students as a part of our Careers Exploration series organized by Chris Zografos - PHS College and Career Coordinator.  

The panelists emphasized that, "Everyone is a leader, some lead from the front, some lead from the back." He also talked about the importance of the "In the absence of leadership I will take charge" mentality. 

They also stressed, to the students, the importance of:

  • Humility 
  • Acknowledging others who have contributed to your success
  • Admitting mistakes
  • Not being scared to make mistakes - it creates room for growth. 
  • Being teachable 
  • Wanting to grow and learn
  • Wanting to be a leader