Plato Academy Pinellas Park celebrated the Great American Teach-In yesterday, an annual tradition that brings community professionals into classrooms to share their expertise and career experiences. Students engaged enthusiastically with presenters from diverse industries, asking thoughtful questions and discovering potential career paths they had never considered. The event sparked genuine excitement as young learners connected classroom concepts with real-world applications, gaining invaluable perspectives on the professional landscape awaiting them.
We extend our gratitude to the following professionals who generously donated their time and knowledge:
| Name | Subject Matter | Business |
|---|---|---|
| Jessica Hesalink | Artificial Intelligence – The use of AI tools in healthcare | Tampa General Hospital |
| Justin Shea | Public Administration | City of Gulfport |
| Kimberly Perez | Massage Therapy | Cultivando Wellness |
| Sanjam | Travel and a Jewellery designer | Jewels by Sanjam |
| Sasa Lazic | Martial arts instruction | SL FITNESS & MARTIAL ARTS |
| Jessica Camanse | RN in Cardiovascular-Thoracic ICU | RN |
| Rebecca Roeber | Nursing and Infection Prevention | Bay Pines VA Healthcare System |
| Michelle Fetty | Cyber Security (safety online) | Deputy Tax Collector Franklin Templeton |
| Joy Yeates | Accountant | City of Pinellas Park |
| Lindsay Williams | What College is Like and How to Get There! | University of South Florida College of Education |
| Mandi Loayza | Accounting | Loayza Financial Group |
| Kaitlyn Sclafani | Plumbing/Trades | Rooter-Man Plumbing and Septic |
| Danielle Hendrick | Woman Owned Roofing Business | Hendrick Roofing Inc |
| Jackie Santos | JWB programs for Pinellas County families | Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County (JWB) |
