LEAD Tours & Events
LEAD Tours
LEAD - Scholarship Applications NOW OPEN
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Scholarship Application can be found here: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=wacochamber
LEAD Event - Square Dancing
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come learn about the art of western square dancing. This is a free event - fun for all ages.
LEAD Tour - Texas Tech University Career Center *Lunch Included*
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Come to the TTU University Career Center to learn about career exploration, career assessments, LinkedIn tips, salary negotiation, and Interviewing. Light lunch will be served.
LEAD Tour - TSTC Electrical Power and Controls *Lunch Included
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
TSTC's Electrical Power and Controls program is a comprehensive educational offering that covers a wide range of topics related to electrical power distribution, control circuits, motor control, and preventive maintenance. The program is designed to ...
LEAD Event - Becoming Career Ready
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Are you career-ready? Baylor Career Services will walk students through the steps to becoming career-ready, including developing a positive online presence and networking! Note: This event will be held at the Waco Chamber.
LEAD - Welcome to the Real World (Day 1)
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Students will visit 5 stations: 1. Education Tables (MCC, Tarleton, TSTC and Class 101) - learn the difference between public/private schools, community college/certificate programs. Grants vs. loans vs. scholarships. Pell Grant and FAFSA, ...
LEAD Tour - Waco Family Medicine
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
From everyday checkups to whole-person wellness, Waco Family Medicine is dedicated to being your lifelong care partner, prioritizing health and well-being every step of the way.
LEAD - Dr. Battle, Camp Careful
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Such an important class for all teenagers. Topics include: what constitutes sexual abuse/assault, who are the perpetrators (someone you know, juveniles included), what to do if a friend discloses sexual abuse, social media and internet safety, ...
LEAD Tour - Oncor Electric Delivery
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Oncor Electric Delivery is Texas’ largest transmission and distribution utility, responsible for delivering electricity to homes and businesses while maintaining the infrastructure and managing outages.
LEAD - AJ Nonwovens
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
AJ Nonwovens has been developing and producing quality needlepunch textiles since 1952. AJ Nonwovens creates best-in-class technical fabrics by constantly testing and evaluating.
LEAD - KWTX
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Ever wonder how your favorite TV show makes it into your living room? Have you given any thought to careers in journalism, meteorology, creative design? Learn how all of these degrees can be utilized at a TV station.
LEAD Tour - Magnolia Commercial Kitchen
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Ever wonder how many eggs go into the famous Magnolia cookies or how many cupcakes are sold every day? If so, this is the tour for you! Great for students interested in culinary arts and business.
LEAD Tour - Core Cooking Skills for Teens
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Students will learn basic techniques, safe knife skills and foundational practices need to prepare simple meals with confidence.
LEAD Tour - Magnolia Commercial Kitchen
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Ever wonder how many eggs go into the famous Magnolia cookies or how many cupcakes are sold every day? If so, this is the tour for you! Great for students interested in culinary arts and business.
LEAD - Mars Wrigley
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Mars is the world’s leading manufacturer of chocolate, chewing gum, mints and fruity confections. Associates work hard to improve the way we source, make & market our products. Sign up priority will be given to seniors.
LEAD - Welcome to the Real World (Day 2)
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
When students arrive, they will receive their first paycheck based on the information provided at the end of day 1. They will then visit booths around the room to spend their first check. Booths will include: Housing - rent, lease, buy ...
LEAD Tour - TSTC New Construction Building
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tour the beautiful new TSTC Construction Building! The tour will highlight the new facilities for Building Construction and HVAC.
LEAD Tour - YES! Expo AM
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The YES Expo is a premier youth employment exploration event in Central Texas.
LEAD - Cherry Johnson Siegmund James
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hear from a legal team that provides services in matters involving personal injury, intellectual property, complex civil litigation, business law, real estate, employment law, estate planning, and mergers and acquisitions.
LEAD Tour - Core Cooking Skills for Teens
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Students will learn basic techniques, safe knife skills and foundational practices need to prepare simple meals with confidence.
LEAD Tour - YES! Expo PM
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The YES Expo is a premier youth employment exploration event in Central Texas.
LEAD Tour - Baylor - Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tour Baylor's new Clinical Simulation and Skills Facility, designed to support hybrid training in the health sciences, including Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology programs.
LEAD - Senior Trip
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Seniors and their mentors will be treated to a behind the scenes tour at the state capitol and then enjoy lunch and game time at Dave & Busters. Everyone will meet at the chamber and ride together on a charter bus. LEAD shirts are required for ...
LEAD - Scholarship Banquet
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The LEAD Scholarship Banquet is a truly special evening because it brings together the entire community that has supported each student's journey. Join us as we celebrate 20 years of LEAD!
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