Orange County is in the height of graduation season, with thousands of seniors celebrating the end of their high school careers and, for many, making summer plans before the start of college, whether it be at a local community campus or off to a four-year school.
But while their friends take a breather before hitting the books again, these high school graduates have a post-school plan that is a lot less traditional, but indicate a bright future ahead.
One already has a job as a nurse, another has the tools to become an electrician. One is off to compete around the globe, one is taking his trombone to boot camp and one is off to serve the poor.
Meet these five Orange County high school graduates with big plans:
17-year-old Tustin High School graduate headed to play with Army National Guard Band
This Kennedy High grad had her nurse assistant job before her diploma
This Los Alamitos High grad is grabbing her rugby ball and heading around the globe for Team USA
Recent Tustin High School graduate taking a year off to help others and learn more about herself
This Anaheim High grad is already ready for an electrician’s career
