The students of Jordan High School came to LBCC for a regular campus tour, but ended up getting more than they bargained for.
While they were visiting, LBCC was holding a Disability Awareness Resource Fair designed to bring attention to the various resources and programs offered to disabled individuals.
They weren’t on official school business, so they had to take two different buses to visit Long Beach City College.
Organizations like Social Vocational Services and various other groups were in attendance.
The high school students were able to enjoy the campus tour by seeing all of the different buildings of the LBCC Liberal Arts campus and even learned about Financial Aid.
One of their teachers and chaperones, Dawn Ide, has been coming to the LBCC campus tours for many years but was especially pleased during the visit because of the resource fair for students with invisible problems.
“Tours are good for students especially when they are targeted. Sometimes they are just too broad,” Ide said.
She expressed interest in doing a tour of the PCC campus, but mentioned she does not know how to get that set up.
The students received lots of information during their tour and some free school supplies.
Graduating senior Antonio Jones received some disinfectant Clorox wipes, along with a notebook which he was enthused about. Jones mentioned that he wants to be an actor and a journalist.
Teacher and chaperone Marieta Hammond thought the day was a success.
“Seeing what’s available makes the kids excited,” Hammond said, who believes the students are inspired by seeing the campus.
Jordan High School seniors will be visiting the Liberal Arts Campus on June 14, 2022 for their graduation.