The 12th annual Planting Seeds of Opportunity STEM Career Day will bring more than 1,000 ninth-graders to the Shasta District Fair and Event Center in Anderson on Nov. 21, from 9:40 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This year’s programming highlights medical technologies and includes keynote addresses, three breakout sessions, and hands-on activities. Dozens of businesses and colleges will participate; helicopters will land during lunch and a DJ will provide music. Students wearing yellow lanyards will not be photographed or recorded.
1,000+ Ninth-Graders Head to Shasta County STEM Career Day — Spotlight on Medical Technologies
Date: Nov. 21 | Time: 9:40 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Location: Shasta District Fair and Event Center, Anderson
More than 1,000 ninth-grade students from across Northern California will attend the 12th annual Planting Seeds of Opportunity STEM Career Day, organized by the Shasta County Office of Education (SCOE). This year’s program emphasizes medical technologies and is designed to introduce students to real-world career pathways in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
What to expect
Students will hear presentations from working STEM professionals, participate in hands-on activities, and get guidance on educational routes to careers in medicine, research and technology. The event aims to broaden students’ awareness of career options and the training required to pursue them.
Speakers and participants
Keynote speakers: Cynthia Daley from the Center for Regenerative Agriculture at Chico State University and Jared Dunaham, a Trinity High School graduate now employed at Beneficial Insectary. Dozens of businesses, industry representatives and colleges are expected to attend, offering a wide view of potential career paths.
Schedule highlights
- 9:40–10:15 a.m. — Opening keynote
- Three breakout sessions through the morning and early afternoon where students can meet professionals and college students
- 11:35 a.m.–12:10 p.m. — Lunch (helicopter landings expected; DJ providing music)
- 12:50–1:25 p.m. — Closing address
Photo policy: Students wearing yellow lanyards will not be photographed or recorded, per the event notice.
Organizers hope the event will inspire students to consider careers in STEM—fields that SCOE says are critical to future workforce development. For practical details and updates, visit stemcareerday.com/2025-stem-career-day.
Reported by Jessica Skropanic (jessica.skropanic@redding.com).
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