WFHS Real Estate Reality Class Welcomes Industry Professionals

The William Floyd High School “Real Estate Reality” class, taught by William Floyd High School business teacher and licensed realtor Lee Cillo, recently welcomed three real estate industry professionals who shared their journeys and valuable insights into their careers, offering students a glimpse into the realities of working in real estate.
Real Estate Reality serves as a half-credit course available to juniors and seniors designed to provide students with an overview of the real estate industry. It aims to equip them with foundational knowledge and insights that will aid in their decision-making regarding potential careers in real estate after graduation. In this course, students learn all about real estate math, ethics, contracts, various pathways and more.
Students were encouraged to ask questions, and the speakers provided candid answers, fostering an interactive and informative environment.
One of the speakers, Stephanie Salvo, an agent with Shine Reality, brought her young daughter along and shared her personal motivation for choosing a career in real estate. She emphasized the importance of having a flexible schedule that allows her to care for her daughter while still achieving professional success. Her story resonated with students, highlighting the balance between personal and professional life.
“Having a forum where the students are able to hear from full-time real estate professionals holds a lot of weight with them,” said Ms. Cillo. “Real estate is a fascinating industry and one that can be lucrative with some hard work. It’s not out of their reach and now they have people to add to their network if they choose to build on this in the future.”
William Floyd High School senior A’Jiah Broughton added, “I enrolled in the real estate class as an opportunity to grow my knowledge in the real estate field. I felt the guest speakers were very informative as they ended up opening my eyes to a pathway I had not considered. I am grateful for the opportunity to meet and speak with them.”
The engagement with industry professionals underscores the school’s commitment to providing students with practical experience and guidance as they explore their future career paths.
“The guest speakers significantly enhanced the educational experience for our real estate students,” said Ms. Jackie Giacalone, chairperson, William Floyd High School business department. “Their expertise and willingness to share personal experiences provided invaluable insights into the industry. We look forward to continuing this initiative and inviting more professionals to inspire and educate our students in the future.”
Special thanks to Ed Shine, broker/owner, Shine Realty; Stephanie Salvo, agent, Shine Realty; and Theresa Wright, mortgage specialist, Nationwide.
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