Living Legend Opal Lee Kicks Off Black History Month as Career Day Keynote Speaker at Morningside Elementary!
Presentations from the Grandmother of Juneteenth, a state senator, a Texas Rangers broadcaster, Texas Ballet dancers, and a surprise helicopter landing on campus were just a few of the activities planned for Career Day at Morningside Elementary School.
Career Day was Thursday, Feb. 1 and students heard from more than 30 local professionals throughout the day.
Featured Career Day presenters included:
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Dr. Angélica M. Ramsey, Fort Worth ISD Superintendent
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Dr. Opal Lee, Grandmother of Juneteenth
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Nicole Collier- District 95 Texas State House of Representatives member
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Eleno Ornelas- Texas Rangers Baseball Spanish radio broadcaster, interpreter
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Texas Ballet Theater dancers
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Wallace Bridges, ÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ´óÈ« District 4 trustee
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Benjamin Morris, Animal Hope Inc. director and children’s author
This annual Career Fair exposes students to various professions and inspires them to consider future career aspirations.