COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Having students find an interest in a new career field all starts with a “spark.” Meet Jo’angel Longoria, junior at Bryan ISD’s Career and Technical Education Complex.
“I love manufacturing — just making stuff,” Longoria said.
“I’ve always been that type of person, and being in Bryan ISD found that for me.”
Since the fifth grade, Longoria has focused on bringing what he builds to life — in his case, it’s a focus on pursuing Landscape Architecture.
“I want to make playgrounds for kids, I want to make national reserves for playgrounds because right now I feel like kids don’t get outside much,” Longoria said.
“Playgrounds aren’t really welcoming to them so I feel like I can make more enjoyable playgrounds for people to enjoy in the community.”
Many students like Longoria know where they are driving their future. At Texas A&M, they are…
