Veterinary Work-Study Program Inspires High Schoolers to Pursue Veterinary Careers

Every Monday morning on school weeks, high school junior Brenda arrives at Mission Animal Hospital for a day of work and learning. She is one of four Cristo Rey students placed at Mission for the 2025–26 academic year. It’s the school’s first work-study opportunity in the veterinary field and one that is highly coveted by students.


By Michael Salchert and Alison Jarzyna, Attorneys at Larkin Hoffman