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Achieve Miami hosts annual Best Look Forward event, preparing high schoolers for future careers
By Matthew Garcia at WSVN 7 News
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
A group of high schoolers in Miami is clocking in for summer. Eighty Achieve scholars took part in Achieve Miami’s annual Best Look Forward event. The local education nonprofit organization aims to prepare students for life after graduation. “Simple things like how to introduce yourself, what is an
Key takeaway It gives me motivation to keep going and never give up,” said Rasiah Worthen, a Booker T.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Best Look Forward event hosted by Achieve Miami is a valuable resource for Miami's high school students, many of whom will be the first in their families to attend college. In a city with a thriving arts and culture scene, as seen in neighborhoods like Wynwood and Little Havana, it's crucial that students are prepared to take advantage of the opportunities available to them. The event's focus on professional skills, such as networking and self-presentation, will serve students well as they navigate Miami's diverse economy. Additionally, the partnership with H&M to provide students with interview-ready wardrobes helps to address the practical barriers that can stand in the way of a student's success. As Miami continues to grow and evolve, initiatives like Achieve Miami's Best Look Forward event will play an important role in ensuring that the city's young people are equipped to thrive in their future careers.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A group of high schoolers in Miami is clocking in for summer. Eighty Achieve scholars took part in Achieve Miami’s annual Best Look Forward event. The local education nonprofit organization aims to prepare students for life after graduation. “Simple things like how to introduce yourself, what is an
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