Career City 2026
Developing Future Leaders Through Purposeful Career Exploration
” I am incredibly grateful for the support I‘ve received from Ranger Good Works. When I was in 5th grade at Dillard Elementary, I had the opportunity to attend a college tour sponsored by the organization… It was truly an experience of a lifetime and opened my eyes to the possibilities ahead of me.”
— Je’Tera Louis, 2025 College Student, Broward College
Career City 2026 at Dillard Elementary marked the 13th Annual Career City, delivering an unforgettable, high-energy experience that brought learning to life for nearly 1,000 students across Dillard Elementary, North Fork Elementary, Larkdale Elementary, Boyd Anderson High School, and Dillard 6–12. With the support of over 200 dedicated volunteers and more than 100
businesses and community leaders presenting to students, the event created meaningful opportunities for real-world learning and engagement. While engaging in interactive, hands-on activities that sparked curiosity and inspired their future aspirations, students across all participating schools explored a wide range of career opportunities.
This year’s exciting Monopoly-themed event transformed the campus into an interactive “city,” where students navigated career pathways, earned “Ranger Bucks,” and connected real-world skills to future opportunities. A special highlight of the day was the dynamic presentation on the music industry, featuring talented musicians and singers representing a variety of genres, giving students an inside look at careers in music while celebrating creativity and artistic expression.
Career City 2026 was also honored by the presence of distinguished community leaders, including Dale Holness, Former Vice Mayor; Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent of Broward County Public Schools; Allen Zeman, School Board Member; Rickelle Williams, City Manager; and William Schultz, Chief of Police. Their support and engagement reinforced the importance of strong community partnerships in preparing students for future success.
As we celebrate the incredible success of Career City 2026, we extend our deepest gratitude to every volunteer, business, and community leader who made this day possible. Your time, passion, and commitment created an experience our students will never forget. The excitement doesn’t stop here this is only the beginning! We look forward to building an even bigger, bolder, and more impactful Career City in the years to come. The future is bright, the possibilities are endless, and we can’t wait to continue this journey together!
Current Programs:
Today’s Career City has reached over 11,000 students from Dillard and North Fork Elementary, as well as middle and high school students from the local communities. With 100+ companies and 200+ professionals, we continue to bring inspiring events to life each year.
The Career City Passport integrates career exploration with academic skills development. The 2026 Career City theme, inspired by Monopoly, created an interactive experience where students explored a wide range of careers through engaging, real-world simulations.
Click To See Our Career City Video of 2026
Career City Spotlights:
“Career City is something every elementary student should experience, especially those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, because of the wide diversity of careers it exposes them to. The hands-on experiences were incredibly exciting for the students, and their enthusiasm was evident throughout the day. You could truly see the impact just by looking into their eyes it was clear how meaningful and inspiring the experience was for them”.
Angela Peterson
Broward County Public Schools
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“I am a student at Dillard Elementary, and I had a lot of fun at Career City. I learned so much from all of the people who were there to teach and help me. It was an exciting experience, and I really enjoyed learning about different careers”.
Student
Dillard Elementary
Kathyn Bronson
Broward County Public Schools
Hair Stylist
What’s Next:
Looking ahead, Ranger Good Works is focused on expanding Career City’s proven model to serve additional schools while enhancing academic integration and deepening community partnerships.
Want to be a part of Career City’s continued success?
We are seeking business partners and volunteers who believe in the power of career exposure to transform lives. With your support, we can ensure every student has the opportunity to discover that their circumstances don’t define their potential and that success exists right in their own community.
