FUTURE PATHWAYS: EXPLORE COLLEGE ALTERNATIVES                                         TO CAREER SUCCESS

October 10, 2026   Houston, Texas
 

The project culminates in a one-day vocational expo with 12+ interactive stations aligned to include STEAM, Architecture & Construction, Health Science, Arts, Business, and Manufacturing. Students rotate through three stations, engaging in demonstrations, simulations, and career conversations.

The project culminates the participants' academic learning, career interests, hands-on demonstrations, and exposure to the workforce's academic journey options.  The project will include community colleges, vocational schools, entrepreneurs, interactive stations, and attendees participating in workshops.

Most academic institutions focus on the college journey and exclude the vocational journey toward the workforce community. We are exposing the students we serve, who may not be college-bound, whether academically or financially, to the idea that there are other academic pathways. This project will include a community of Middle and High school students and individuals seeking ways to enter the workforce. The focus is on helping students achieve more than a high school diploma. Some minority groups did not choose the certification because of limited exposure to the information. This project will provide exposure to the students of the certificate journey.  

This event is designed to expose students to careers in science, technology, engineering, the arts, mathematics, and skilled trades, while helping them explore future opportunities.

What to Expect at the BYCE STEAM Explorer

Exhibitors

• Local businesses and trade professionals

• Technical schools, community colleges, and universities

• Apprenticeship programs and workforce training organizations

Activities

• Hands-on demonstrations

• Skill-based learning stations led by professionals

• Program and training pathway information

• Workshops - FAFSA, Scholarship, Financial Literacy, GED, Workforce

• Career conversations

Focus Areas

• STEAM & Technology Careers

• Skilled Trades (plumbing, mechanics, construction, electrical, etc.)

• Health & Wellness Careers (pharmacy technician, physical therapy technician, etc)

• Arts, Design, and Creative Trades (fashion, Culinary, Baking, etc)

• Business, Entrepreneurship, and Multidisciplinary Pathways

Goal
To equip students with early exposure, practical skills, and career awareness, enabling them to make informed decisions about their academic pathways, training options, and future careers.

 To be on the planning team, apply here