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Thursday, November 14, 2024

NASCAR's Jimmie Johnson inspires students at Paradise Valley High School

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Paradise Valley Unified District Superintendent Troy Bales (2023) | Paradise Valley Unified District

Paradise Valley Unified District Superintendent Troy Bales (2023) | Paradise Valley Unified District

Carvana recently collaborated with NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson to make a notable contribution to Paradise Valley High School. The partnership involved presenting a Toyota Camry and a $10,000 check to the school's Career and Technical Education (CTE) automotive class. This initiative was designed to highlight the importance of CTE programs and illustrate how perseverance can lead to success.

During the event, students in Mr. Vincent Gaffney's automotive class had the opportunity to hear from Jimmie Johnson himself. He shared insights from his career as a racecar driver, stressing the importance of "grit and hard work" in achieving one's goals. Johnson urged students to diligently pursue careers they are passionate about, emphasizing punctuality and consistent effort as crucial elements for realizing their dreams.

In addition to Johnson's motivational speech, Carvana announced that they are actively recruiting individuals interested in pursuing careers in the automotive industry. Students were encouraged to explore job opportunities with the company.

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