#179 Careers: Engineering, with Kate Shaner

#179 Careers: Engineering, with Kate Shaner

Kate Shaner, a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Burns Engineering, speaks with Jules Rodriguez, teacher of 8th-grade Accelerated Science at Nelson Academy. They discuss Kate's journey to her engineering career, the difficulties she faced, and advice for students considering the same career path.

#178 Senior Spring

Wilson senior Juliya and Renaissance senior Anya share their experiences and advice for incoming seniors as they wrap up their LBUSD careers and take the next steps in their educational journey.

#177 MemorialCare Partnership

Christina Cendejas, Volunteer Services Manager at MemorialCare, and Alison McCloskey, Epilepsy and Neurodiagnostic Services Program Manager and LBUSD Program Facilitator, discuss the partnership between MemorialCare and the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD). The partnership centers on a specialized Healthcare Pathway Simulation Program that offers high school students hands-on training and mentorship, providing unique, hospital-based experiences.

#176 Careers In Communications

Kevin Lee, Chief of Communications for the City of Long Beach, discusses his educational journey that has culminated in his current position. He also elaborates on the communications field as a career choice and the flexibility a degree offers to individuals pursuing that path.

#175 Rebecca DeLuna, Super Bowl Experience

Rebecca DeLuna is a music teacher at Hoover Middle School. She is also a violist with Mariachi Divas. DeLuna joined an elite group of musicians performing alongside global artist Bad Bunny at the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show, bringing her artistry to one of the world's most-watched events. But back at Hoover, the moment quickly became something more meaningful: a source of pride, connection, and inspiration for her students.