York Preparatory Academy High School is excited to announce our annual Futures in Focus Student Conference, scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2026. This event is designed for students in 11th and 12th grades and will include engaging workshops led by qualified speakers, a catered sit-down lunch, and a keynote presentation by Carrie Schmidt.
Who Will Attend: YPA 11th and 12th grade students,
Where: York Prep High School
Conference Schedule: Thursday, March 5, 2026
8:15 am: Registration at Student Union
8:30 am: Welcome Address at the Student Union
8:55 am: Workshop #1 at High School
9:45 am: Workshop #2 at High School
10:35 am: Workshop #3 at High School
11:25 am: Workshop #4 at High School
12:15 pm: Lunch at Student Union
12:55 pm: Keynote Speaker at Student Union
1:45 pm: Dismissal at High School
Lunch: Students will enjoy a free sit-down catered lunch in the Student Union gym.
Keynote Speaker: Carrie Schmidt, Founder and CEO of Infinite SOULutions, LLC, is a dynamic Thought Leader and Motivational Speaker specializing in personal and professional transformation. A Transformational Life and Business Success Coach, Carrie will empower the students to gain clarity on their life's purpose, overcome limiting beliefs, and confidently step outside their comfort zones to achieve their wildest dreams.
Questions and Answers:
What should students wear to this event? Because this is a professional conference, students are asked to wear business casual to this event. On your registration form, students will be able to designate if they need assistance acquiring business casual attire.
Are all 11th and 12th grade students required to attend? Yes, all 11th and 12th grade students are required to attend including those in dual enrollment. Attendance will be taken at each workshop. York Technical College is between 8-week semesters and does not have class. Should students have a conflict, please reach out to your student's school counselor or school administrator to discuss.
What are the behavior expectations at this event? York Prep will be welcoming business professionals from throughout our community to offer insight to our students to help prepare them for their future. Students are expected to behave professionally showing respect to the speakers and their classmates. All school behavior and discipline policies will be in affect.
Where will 9th and 10th graders be during this event? York Prep is busy planning a York Tech Discovery Field Trip for our 10th grade students. 9th grade students will participate in a job shadow day. Both grades will also have the option for a virtual day with assignments provided. More details to be announced.
Sponsor: A special thank you to our sponsor, Comporium for sponsoring this event!