On Tuesday, February 10, Joliet Township High School will host its second community-wide event open to everyone, packed with valuable resources, fun, and learning opportunities for all! This interactive event will be held at Joliet West High School from 5 to 7 p.m. JTHS students will receive two hours of community service to attend one of our powerful workshops designed to equip students and families for college, careers, and beyond.
This free public event will once again feature a variety of valuable offerings, including a Job Fair, community and school club/activity resource tables, free haircuts provided by Midwest Barber Academy, food vendors, musical entertainment provided by the Joliet West Jazz Band, and interactive workshops. Free childcare is available for children who are preschool-aged and older. All children must be potty-trained.
What to Expect — Tuesday, February 10, 2026, | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM @ Joliet West
- Joliet West Jazz Band Performance (5 to 6 PM Only)
- Job Fair
- Community Resource
- Food Vendors, including Transition Center Coffee Shop and Transition Center Creations featuring popcorn and handmade creations
- Spirit Wear Sales
- Free Childcare
- Free Haircuts provided by Midwest Barber Academy
- Workshops & E-Sports Gaming (6 to 7 PM Only)
Workshop Offerings – Receive Community Service Hours for Attending!
From 6 to 7 p.m., our college and career themed workshops feature expert speakers. JTHS students receive 2 community service hours for attending.
Fueling the Journey: Strengthening Postsecondary Success Through Wellness
Presented in Spanish
The transition after high school is a major life shift that can often lead to burnout. This session empowers families to act as “Success Partners” by establishing healthy routines that reduce the barriers to graduation and long-term employment. We will explore practical, family-friendly strategies to manage stress and physical health as a team. By building these habits now, families help students develop the resilience needed to stay focused on their goals and successfully navigate the demands of the professional world.
From Applicant to Intern: Gain a Competitive Edge in Will County Summer Internship Program
Get ready to take the next step toward your future with the Will County Summer Internship Program. Through a partnership with the CED, nearly 100 paid summer internship opportunities are available to students in select Will County school districts, including JTHS. This program is designed to help students explore career paths, gain valuable resume-building experience, and develop meaningful connections within the community. The February 10 workshop is perfectly timed just days before the February 20 application deadline. Students will receive hands-on support with completing applications, polishing resumes, and preparing for interviews. Whether you are applying for your first internship or building on previous experience, this session will help you present yourself confidently and make a strong impression with potential employers.
Your Future, Your Choice: Exploring Career Paths
Not sure what’s next after high school? This interactive presentation helps students explore exciting career options and discover the many paths available after graduation. Learn how your interests and strengths connect to real careers, explore college and career pathways, and gain confidence in making choices about your future.
Raising Confident and Resilient Adolescents: A Family Workshop for Life After High School
This family session provides practical guidance for parents seeking to foster self-efficacy in their adolescents, defined as the belief in one’s ability to succeed, while also supporting their mental health throughout high school and into adulthood. The workshop will provide strategies that families can implement at home to help adolescents manage stress, navigate setbacks, advocate for their needs, and maintain motivation as they prepare for post-secondary education, careers, and independent living. The session is interactive, supportive, and tailored to address the diverse challenges faced by families. Participants will receive practical tools, structured conversation prompts, and curated resources to enhance their adolescents’ sense of support, capability, and readiness for life after high school.
Building a Path After High School: Tools, Resources & SchooLinks for Families
Preparing for life after high school doesn’t have to be difficult if you know what steps to take. If you need help, or you are the first in your family to help your child explore college or other postsecondary options, we can provide you with key steps and tips to navigate this starting in 9th grade. You don’t have to do it alone! This presentation will provide families with clear, easy-to-use information about financial aid, scholarships, and resources to prepare your student for life after high school. You’ll leave with the confidence and tools to help your child succeed in their college or career journey. At the end of this session, we will log into the SchooLinks platform using the Guardian/Student view.
Trades in Action: Build Your Future
Spanish Interpretation Available
Are you interested in a career that lets you build, create, and problem-solve with your hands? Do you want a path that offers paid on-the-job training, excellent benefits, and long-term stability without the four-year university price tag? Join us for an interactive panel discussion with professionals from local union trades. Get a real-world look at what it takes to build a successful and rewarding career in fields like electrical work, pipe trades, ironworking, and carpentry. Panelists will demystify the process of becoming a union apprentice and showcase the opportunities available right here in our community. Explore how to find and apply to a local trade hall, what to expect during the apprenticeship process, and the long-term benefits of a union trade career. Hear directly from experts, get your questions answered, and discover a high-demand path with real growth opportunities.
Dual Credit Courses: Making Post-Secondary Opportunities More Affordable
Taking dual credit courses in high school provides opportunities for students to earn college credits, save money, and build confidence in college readiness. Attend this session to learn more about dual credit classes, the process to enroll, and Joliet Junior College’s 12X12X12 program. This program provides students with the opportunity to save over $400 per college course!
Participating Job Fair Providers
Get hired on the spot and learn about businesses in our community seeking employees!
- Accurate Personnel
- Associated Builders & Contractors
- Association for Individual Development
- CEJA Workforce Program
- ComEd
- Fusion Beauty Academy
- Giesecke + Devrient
- Greater Joliet Area YMCA
- Healthcare Plus Seniorcare of Joliet
- IBEW LU 176
- Illinois Department of Central Management Services
- Illinois Department of Children & Family Services
- Illinois Department of Corrections
- Illinois Department of Public Health
- Illinois Department of Transportation
- Illinois State Treasurer Office
- Joliet Junior College – Center for Continuing Education
- Joliet Junior College – Workforce Development
- Joliet Job Corps
- Joliet Slammers
- Joliet Township Government
- Madrigal Consulting and Counseling, LLP
- Meridian Health
- Mid America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice & Training Program
- Midwest Barber Academy
- Nailology 350
- Pace Suburban Bus
- Quad County Urban League/Get Covered Illinois
- TRIO Educational Opportunity Center at Governors State University
- UMOS
- US Army
- Walgreens
- Will County Children’s Advocacy Center
- Will County Executive Office
- Workforce Center of Will County
Participating Community Resource Providers
Visit with over 46 community resource providers.
- A First Step Towards Hope ABA Services
- Abri Credit Union
- Bridgeview Clinical Services
- CASA of River Valley
- Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet
- Childcare Resource& Referral
- City of Joliet
- Created for More Ministries
- ETI School of Skilled Trades
- Guardian Angel Community Services
- Hands of Hope of Illinois/Joliet Hope Center
- JTHS Athletic Boosters
- JTHS Family Engagement Liaisons
- JTHS Foundation
- JTHS Scholarships
- Justus League Hoop Inc
- Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care
- Living Alternatives Pregnancy Resource Center
- Madrigal Consulting and Counseling, LLP
- NAACP Joliet Chapter
- NAMI Will-Grundy
- Office of Senator Rachel Ventura
- Old National Bank
- Paraclete Ministries NFP
- Partners for Energy Efficiency
- Plainfield Police Department
- Prairie State Legal Services
- Prestige Athletic Club Inc.
- Professional’s Choice Hair Design Academy
- Racing For Mental Health / The Mindful Living Centers
- Regional Transportation Authority (RTA)
- Shorewood HUGS
- Southwest Suburban Immigrant Project
- Spanish Community Center
- State Representative Natalie Manley
- Stepping Stones, Inc
- Trinity Services
- UCP Center for Disability Services
- University of Illinois Extension
- VNA Health Care
- Warehouse workers for justice
- Will County – The Supervisor of Assessments Office
- Will County Board
- Will County Center for Community Concerns
- Will County Health Department/Community Health Education
- Will Grundy Medical Clinic
Where to Park & Enter the Building
Park in any available Joliet West parking space and enter the building through Door 5 (Student Cafeteria Entrance). All guests will be required to pass through the Evolve security system upon entry.
We hope you can join us to engage with your local community, access free resources, and gain valuable information!
