April 9th – The Career Readiness Department of William Byrd Community House (WBCH) participated in “College Tour Week” during Richmond Public Schools spring break. Youth ages 14-18 had the opportunity to visit three colleges and universities. The high school students toured the campuses of Virginia Commonwealth University, Randolph Macon College and the University of Richmond. In an effort to expose youth to higher institutions of learning, participants attended information sessions, where they spoke with admissions counselors about opportunities to further their education beyond high school.
Deion Daniel, a 17-year-old student at George Wythe High School, enjoyed participating in college tour week. “Touring Colleges this week gave me hope. Life is about taking chances and seeing things in a positive light. This experience has inspired me to go to college,” said Deion.
The Career Readiness Department of the WBCH is looking forward to having more opportunities available, such as “College Tour Week” to future participants in order to provide the necessary information to prepare our youth for college and successful futures. SM
