“Dream It, Explore It, Become It” Comes Alive for Eden High Students

Eden High School buzzed with excitement on Wednesday as students traded their usual classes for a hands‑on look at real career options. Greater Belize Media joined more than two dozen businesses and organizations for a lively Career Day that sparked new ambitions. Under the theme “Dream It, Explore It, Become It,” students moved from booth to booth, learning what it really takes to enter fields like journalism, policing, tailoring, and pastoral ministry. Each stop offered practical insight and real conversations that helped students picture their future. News Five’s Paul Lopez brings the highlights in tonight’s Belize on Reel.

 

Paul Lopez, Reporting

On Wednesday, Eden High School was buzzing as students got a first-hand look at the careers they’ve only imagined. Greater Belize Media joined more than twenty industry professionals for a lively Career Day that opened up a whole world of possibilities. From media and ministry to tailoring and policing, students explored a wide mix of professions, each one offering a glimpse into the futures waiting for Belize’s next generation. It was a day of discovery, inspiration, and big dreams taking shape right before their eyes.

 

Sherilyn Flowers, Vice Principal, Eden High School’

“It is real learning in action. I am so proud, extremely thankful, because twenty-four businesses and organizations accepted our invitation and these kids are having an awesome time.”

 

The theme for the career day was “Dream It, Explore It, Become It.”

 

Sherilyn Flowers

“I am excited to tell you that already that several of the presenters I have spoken to have said that the students are already expressing an interest in that career.”

 

Paul Lopez, Reporter

“Journalists, we are story tellers.”

 

During Greater Belize Media’s session, students got a clear look at what journalists do, the skills the job demands, and the path to building a career in media.

 

Eden High School Student

“How you choose what stories to cover?”

 

Eden High School Student

“How do you deal with rejection?”

 

Paul Lopez

“How do I deal with rejection?”

 

And the learning didn’t stop at the Q&A. Students also got their moment in the spotlight with a mock live broadcast intro. Many of them stepped up to the mic with surprising confidence, showing off raw, natural talent that could easily grow into the real thing.

 

“Good afternoon my name is Princella Mai and I am reporting to you live. From Eden High School in Santa Elena Town. The theme for today is Dream It, Explore It, Become It. I dream of becoming a doctor one day. I am reporting for Eden High School I am Jeniffer Humes.”

 

As the day wrapped up, it was clear that the impact stretched far beyond presentations. Students left the event inspired. Reporting for News Five, I am Paul Lopez.

 

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