Speaker and Field Trip Recaps
February 7, 2025: UA Local 467 Representative Discusses Career Pathways for Plumbers, Pipefitters & HVACR Service Technicians
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.
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