Fall 2018 Connections

ALUMNI EVENTS
Career Pathways Networking Event
Debuts in San Francisco
Career Pathways Expands to Include 8th
Grade and Alumni
In the 2016-17 school year, Seven Hills launched the Career
Pathways program to 6th grade students who had the
opportunity to connect with Seven Hills parents and learn
about a wide range of professions and careers. This past
spring, the “career day style” event expanded to include 8th
grade students and alumni guest speakers who leveraged their
educational and professional experiences.
The morning opened with keynote speaker, Amity Millhiser, Vice
Chair and Chief Clients Officer for PwC and the aunt of alumni
Toria ’15 and Amity ’17 Stahl. After the opening session, 6th
graders had the opportunity to meet in panels with 20 parents
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On November 28, 2017, The City Club of San Francisco was the
backdrop for the debut of the first Career Pathways Networking
event. More than 80 Seven Hills parents, alumni, alumni parents,
faculty, and staff came together to make new connections and
hear keynote speaker, Larry Scott, Pac-12 Commissioner and
Seven Hills alumni parent of Alexander ’14, Sebastien ’16, and
Alannah ’17.
“We are excited to be expanding our Career Pathways program
into San Francisco,” said Head of School Kathleen McNamara.
“By bringing the event to San Francisco, we provide a forum for
our alums, alumni parents, and current parents who work or live
in the city to stay connected with one and other, and with the
Seven Hills community.”
The evening opened with cocktails and networking followed by
a fireside chat and conversation with Commissioner Larry Scott
who spoke about what his passion for tennis taught him and
how it impacted his career in sports and leadership. Mr. Scott
touched upon his career wins, mistakes, and risks.
The night was a huge success in showcasing the strength of the
Seven Hills community while expanding the Career Pathways
program into San Francisco. We look forward to bringing the
event back to San Francisco on December 4, 2018.
and explore possible industries of interest—such as public
affairs, social work, marketing, real estate, medicine, business,
and entrepreneurship. Meanwhile, alumni spoke with 8th grade
students and shared stories about education, soft skills, and
their careers today.
“Career Pathways is a great way for us to tap into the
professional skill set and industry connections of our parents
and alumni to support student learning,” said Amy Walters,
Director of Development and Parent Relations. The growing
program encouraged students to start thinking about what
they are passionate about, what they are good at, and what the
world needs them to do.