PREP-KC ignites potential by bringing educators and industry professionals together to build paths to meaningful careers for students across the heart of bistate Kansas City. As Missouri’s leading education nonprofit, we’re transforming Kansas City education through innovative career pathway programs. PREP-KC partners with 6 districts and 4 charters enrolling over 67,000 students across the Kansas City metropolitan area.
This fall, we’re celebrating the power of connection and the positive impact it has on students’ lives. Every story you share opens doors, helping students discover their passions, explore future careers, and take confident steps toward their goals
What to Expect:
Most volunteer opportunities range from 1-3 hours. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability. No teaching experience is required! We provide all necessary training and materials. Your professional experience is what students need to hear about.
3 Ways to Volunteer:
Choose from a variety of volunteer opportunities to support Kansas City students. You can participate as an individual, group or corporate via In-person events, data action events, or virtual opportunities.
Educator Requests for Guests:
- 11/18 Artist https://prepkc.nepris.com/app/sessions/109783
- 12/3 Saving ecosystems https://prepkc.nepris.com/app/sessions/109776
- 12/15 Saving ecosystems https://prepkc.nepris.com/app/sessions/10977
Career Exploration Events:
Feel free to email Alejandra Pecina at apecina@prepkc.org with any questions or to get in touch as more events are scheduled!
- Wednesday, October 22, from 9:00-11:00 AM, Allen Village Career Speakers, 3rd – 5th Grades – Kansas City 33 (Seeking volunteers with backgrounds in Arts & Communications, Healthcare, and STEM)
- Thursday, November 6, from 8:00-11:00 AM, Rosedale Middle School Career Jumping, 6th Grade – KCKPS USD 500 (Seeking volunteers with backgrounds in Arts & Communications, Construction/Skilled Trades, and STEM)
- Wednesday, January 28, from 8:30-10:40 AM, Eisenhower Middle School Career Jumping, 6th Grade – KCKPS USD 500
- Friday, January 30, from 8:10-10:40 AM, Center Middle School Career Jumping, 8th Grade – Center 58
Virtual Connector Volunteer Opportunities
Please email Brittany Verrette at bverrette@prepkc.org with any questions or to get in touch as more events are scheduled!
- Tuesday, November 4, from 2:30-3:10 PM, Engineering Design for Digital Games – KCPS
- Monday, November 17, from 11:45-12:05 PM, Careers as aSocial Media Creator – Hickman Mills C-1
- Tuesday, November 18, from 1:30-1:50 PM, Careers as an Artist – Hickman Mills C-1
- Thursday, November 20, from 9:30-9:50 AM, Careers as a Musician – Hickman Mills C-1
- Wednesday, December 3 or December 17, from 9:30-10:00 AM, Careers in Saving Ecosystems – Kansas City 33
Can’t make the live session? Check out the self-paced volunteer orientation here.
