More than 200 community and business leaders who are volunteer mentors for students at the Met Sacramento High School were celebrated with a New Orleans-themed gala dinner at the Serna Center on May 3. At the Met, students intern two days per week with local businesses and community organizations where they work closely with mentors to complete real-world projects. The Mentor Celebration Dinner is held annually in honor of the volunteer mentors, student interns, families and educators who support these authentic learning experiences. This year, the dinner was coordinated, catered and emceed by students. Musical entertainment was provided by the Met Sac Soul/Jazz/Funk/Rock student band. Guests at the dinner included state Assemblywoman Norma Torres, SCUSD Superintendent Jonathan Raymond and Principal Allen Young.

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