Sandra is spending the winter learning about fire safety with the San Mateo Fire Department. She put on her gear in less than a minute for this photo! She is standing next to San Mateo's first female fire captain. San Mateo firefighters work 56 hours every week, 48 hour shifts every 6 days.
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Spark gives students the power to create positive futures for themselves. Spark arranges individualized one-on-one apprenticeships in which students work side-by-side with professionals in fields they are passionate about. As students apprentice with architects, artists, pilots and other professionals in real workplaces, they build confidence, motivation, and resourcefulness. This experience is complemented by a leadership development curriculum that empowers students to become motivated learners and leaders throughout their lives.