Delta Air Lines Culinary Challenge and Brunch at Travis Early College High School

In celebration of Delta Air Lines’s Title Sponsorship and Experian’s Innovation Sponsorship of JA F.E.M. Forum, they and special guests were invited to enjoyed brunch and a Delta Culinary Dessert Challenge created by the impressive culinary students at Travis Early College High School (TECHS).

JA is more than just a JA programs delivery service but also acts as a connector between the business community and our schools. The importance of that partnerships could not have been more apparent at this event. TECHS administration, educators, volunteers, students, JA Board member, and corporate representatives all spoke about the magic and the power of JA to empower students and build stronger communities.

During this special event, JA Company Program® students confidently spoke about their student companies and answered questions from the the attendees. They spoke about their appreciation of what JA and their mentors have done to empower them.

Travis educator, Debra McClure proudly spoke about the magic of JA when students ignite, confidence grows and they truly embody the entrepreneurial spirit as business owners in JA Company Program, “Something magical happens in JA and it is happening right now!”

Travis administrators spoke about the various programs and opportunities provided to students. She spoke about the fun and informative JA Delta Job Shadow, Career Speed Dating, Financial Literacy day, and more!

Delta Air Lines representative, Ira Mercado-Dixon, and Experian representative, Carol Urton, shared their personal and corporate love of the mission of JA and what it does to have young people reach their full potentials.

JA Board Member, Ajay Badhwar, long time supporter of JA spanning over two countries, let the attendees know the vision of JA and why JA is important.

Shout out to the professional hospitality students at Travis! We can’t say enough about the talent in the hospitality and culinary programs!

Is this space available for events and are the culinary and hospitality students available for hire? YES! Contact Jayma Vaughn jayma.vaughan@austinisd.org

Thank you to all those who support JA. It is through those partnerships that we, together, can build stronger futures for our young people resulting in stronger communities and beyond.

Thank you, Delta Air Lines and Experian!