Jumpstart 10

On October 18th, the sophomores of Homer High School attended the seventh annual JumpStart 10 Youth Conference along with three-hundred other students from the county. The primary focus of this event is to encourage students to begin thinking about their futures and to equip them with proper decision making tools. The event was organized by Cortland Area Communities That Care, and they highlighted the importance of making healthy decisions about colleges, drinking, and smoking. The event consisted of an opportunities fair, workshops, a keynote speaker, and a lunch. At the opportunities fair, students were given information from local organizations. Afterwards, students attended five chosen workshops about college, careers, and decision-making. The keynote speaker, Mark Webster, discussed leadership. The lunch consisted of sandwich wraps, chips, and cookies. The conference was a success! Many students left feeling motivated for their future!