On Friday, April 11, Delmarva Christian High School hosted its annual Career Day, an exciting opportunity designed to equip students with insight, inspiration, and information about a wide range of career paths.
The day began with a keynote message from Terri Smith, DCS Life Calling Counselor, who challenged students to recognize God’s faithfulness in guiding and providing throughout life’s decisions — including those about future careers. She spoke honestly about the pressures students feel as they consider what’s next, offering encouragement to lean into God’s direction and timing.
Following the keynote, students participated in three breakout sessions where they had the opportunity to meet in small groups with professionals from a wide array of fields. Thirty-two members of the business and professional community generously volunteered their time to speak, sharing details about their industries, the training and skills needed, and the ways their faith influences their professional journey.
Career opportunities represented included public service, nonprofit work, business, healthcare, construction, communications, education, and more. Each speaker not only described their job responsibilities and career paths, but also gave personal testimony of how God has led, provided opportunities, and opened doors in their careers.
Speakers for Career Day 2025 included:
Radio Broadcasting: Chris Scotland, 88.7 The Bridge
Meteorology/TV: Paul Williams, WRDE-TV
Construction Management: Jeremy Dukes, Dukes Construction
Skilled Trades/Apprenticeship: Mike Hague, Sussex Tech Adult Ed
Athletic Training: Rick Zappala, DCHS
EMT/Firefighting: Larry Whaley, Seaford Fire Department
Writing: Kim Hoey Stevenson, Freelance Writer
Site Work Management: Stephen Hackett, Chesapeake Sitework
Government: Alex Reed Baker, Sussex County Recorder of Deeds
Government: Valerie Jones Giltner, Delaware State Representative
Law: Dean A. Campbell, Esq.
Financial Planning: Jeffrey Puglia, Black Diamond Financial
Esthetician (Skincare): Elise Wood, Simply Elise Skincare
Dentistry: Eric Balliet, DDS, Mid-Sussex Dental
Ministry: Heather Sells, The River Church
Ministry: Micah Magee, Ocean View Church of Christ
Agriculture: Curt Fifer, Fifer Orchards, Inc.
Environmental Science: Parker Burdell, Sussex County
Music: Mark Gratton, Performer & Piano Teacher
X-Ray Technology: Jessica Smith, Peninsula Imaging/UMD
Veterinary: Brittanie Walls, Banfield Pet Hospital
Nurse Practitioner: Cassandra Brosnahan, Sussex NP
Education: Tori Bradley, Cambridge-South Dorchester HS
Counseling: Tara Hoyt, Life Counseling Center
Aviation/Police: Corporal Michael Brent, Delaware State Police
Politics/Electrician/Firefighter: Steve McCarron, Sussex County Council
Physical Therapy: Hannah Dukes Fuller, CPT/PTA
Homeland Security: Tanner Waide, State of Delaware
Military/Air Traffic Control: Ed Stratton, U.S. Air Force
U.S. Coast Guard: Lt. Danielle Taylor
Film/Videography: TJ & Rachel Dukes, Dukes Films
Computer/Cybersecurity: Connor Swalm, Phin Security
We are grateful to each of these individuals for investing in the next generation of leaders, professionals, and world changers. Career Day 2025 wasn’t just about job titles — it was about purpose, passion, and following God’s calling in every area of life.
Thank you to all who made this day possible!