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NHRA APPLICATION

 

APPLICATIONS CLOSE JULY 1st

High school girls are invited to participate in INSPIRE NHRA — a hands-on motorsports career exploration experience at Sonoma Raceway during the NHRA race weekend.

 

Participants will:

  • Meet professionals working in motorsports including NHRA drivers, mechanics, engineers, and team personnel

  • Participate in guided paddock tours and educational discussions throughout the facility

  • Learn how race teams prepare vehicles, manage race-day operations, and execute competition strategy

  • Explore STEM pathways within engineering, technology, automotive performance, and leadership

  • Experience the excitement of a live NHRA race event

 

Event Date: 

Saturday, July 18 at 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Pick up and drop off at Sonoma Valley High School

Travel together to Sonoma Raceway

 

Participants should wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes, as we will be walking throughout the race facility. Participants should also bring a picnic lunch.

 

Returning to SVHS at approximately 1:30 PM.

 

Applications open DATE - DATE

Apply online at: www.dellapennafoundation.org  (can delete since we are on the page)

 

Learn more about this NHRA event at:

https://www.nhra.com/schedule/2026/nhra-mission-foods-drag-racing-series/denso-nhra-sonoma-nationals-presented-poweredge

 

Waivers are required for ALL girls selected.

 

For questions, please contact:

Michelle Della Penna

mdp@dellapennafoundation.org

Come to our event

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