Plan for WOW

Below you will find a list of resources for educators to help you and your students to get the most out of the 2026 Worlds of Work Career Expo.

WOW Teacher Guide

Details, lesson plans, Florida career education standards, are all here for teachers to use in the classroom. 2026 version will be released in August 2026.

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WOW Event Resources for Teachers

Visit our link below to download WOW resources, including posters, social media graphics, permission slips, etc. 2026 version will be released in August 2026.  

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Public Schools, Private Schools, Homeschooled Students, & Homeschool Co-ops register here
Future of work Florida

The Future of Work Florida initiative galvanizes support for Career and Technical Education as the solution to our workforce needs. The Future of Work Florida reaches businesses, parents, grandparents and students, showcasing that Florida has a dynamic, long-term plan to fuel the future. Florida is on the path to becoming a top 10 global economy by 2030. Workforce education will propel us there — faster, farther.

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Xello College & Career Readiness Software

State of the Art Software for Creating Successful Futures

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O*NET Interest Profiler

Start the career you've dreamed about or find one you never imagined. Discover your interests with the O*NET Interest Profiler and find more exploration options at My Next Move.

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WOW Student Book

Prepare students for their time at WOW using the WOW Student Book. This is a great resource following the event, as well. 2026 version will be released in August 2026.

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community WOW

Students, families, and community members are ercouraged to explore Worlds of Work on their own time, Thursday, October 22, from 2:00 - 5:00PM. Meet employers, learn about careers, and start making connections to your future!

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Florida Ready to Work: Softskills training and assessments

Florida Ready to Work is the state’s career readiness training and credentialing program preparing students and jobseekers with the employability skills required to take the next step toward technical training / certification, apprenticeship, and employment.

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TLHTalent - Empowering talent. Elevating businesses.

TLHTalent.com is a one-stop online hub for job seekers, employers, educators and students across North Florida. It brings together job opportunities, training programs, business support, and workforce resources, along with tools and data from regional partners, to help people begin careers, retrain, or connect with employers in the Capital Region. The platform is designed to be used to help high school students explore in-demand, high-wage industries early so they graduate with a realistic career plan in hand.

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You Have options

The path you take after high school graduation is full options. There's college, technical school, certification, military, family businesses, and more. As part of WFSU's American Graduate initiative, this animated video follows a young person as he explores his options in the world after high school.

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Get There!

Get There helps Floridians acquire a high value credential in an in-demand industry. Through Career, Technical and Adult Education (CTAE), Floridians can improve their economic and social mobility today without the worry of debt tomorrow. With little to no barriers to enrollment and 17 career pathways to choose from, you can acquire the skills needed through real-world, hands-on experience.

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2026 Event Details

WHEN
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Friday, October 23, 2026

8:30 AM – 1:00 PM Daily

Community WOW
Thursday, October 22, 2026

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

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WHERE
Tallahassee State College
444 Appleyard Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32304

Lively Technical College
500 Appleyard Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32304

WHO
WOW: 9th Grade Students from Leon, Gadsden, Wakulla, Jefferson, Franklin, Madison, Taylor, and Liberty counties

Community WOW: ALL Members of the Community