Student and Educator Resources

Students at the NW Youth Careers Expo will have the opportunity to learn about the region’s broad range of careers and pathways; engage in hands-on activities;  hear from diverse voices sharing career tips; meet leading employers, colleges and training programs; practice mock interviews; and take away helpful resources. 

For Educators

*Some resources are from last year's (2024) Expo. They will be noted as 2024 resources until we can get the 2025 versions posted.

Educator Office Hours
We will have office hours in early 2025.
Check back for dates, times and Zoom links.
30 minutes each: 10-minute overview plus time for Q&A and discussion

Expo Teacher Packet 2025

Check out the teacher packet! It has resources for preparing yourself and your students for the Expo including a timeline checklist, student activity ideas and example print-outs, permission slips and more.

Bus Driver Resource For Teachers (2024)

Teachers, make sure to prepare your bus drivers! The Expo sees a lot of traffic around the convention center! Check out this bus driver resource and make sure to share it with your bus driver.

Expo Prep Slide Deck

These slides can help you prepare students, fellow teachers or chaperones.

1-Minute Expo Video Reel

Show this video to your students to show them what the Expo experience looks like!

Do you have students who would benefit from a sensory break at the Expo? Let them know about the Chill Room.

The Expo is a large community event. Some students may appreciate taking a sensory break during their Expo experience. The Chill Room, near the mock interview area, is a quiet space with fidgets and a calming vibe.

Check out the additional resources below to share with your students to prepare them for Expo! These are already in your teacher packet, but we linked them here for easy access or in case you want to share the weblinks with your students. *Below are the 2024 versions, 2025 resources coming soon!

 

For Students

Know Before you go!
Here are our top tips for preparing for the Expo:

Make a Plan

Plan! Check out what booths and employers you want to visit and learn about. Find a list at this link. 

Have Questions

Brainstorm questions to ask employers, like how to get started, what skills are needed, best part of their job, etc.

What to Wear

Dress for the job you want, act like you are preparing for an interview.

No Backpacks

You CANNOT bring backpacks to the Expo, store them at school or on the bus!

Navigation

Check out the map in the resource guide to navigate your way to the booths and industries you want to talk to!

Ask for Help

Look for people in green vests! They are there to help you get where you need to go.

Mock Interview

Get in line to participate in a mock interview – click here to see the questions in advance!

Career Talks

Join a one of the career talks to learn about important career skills.

 

Need a sensory break?

The Expo is a large community event. Some students may appreciate taking a sensory break during their Expo experience. The Chill Room, near the mock interview area, is a quiet space with fidgets and a calming vibe.