Deadline to complete - May 23!
- Action Required: Students must complete four Xello lessons and link to Xello Family by May 23 to ensure their $5 KickStart to Career deposit is processed by the end of the school year.
- Remember to send Xello Family invites every three weeks from your dashboard, as links expire.
- Encourage parents/guardians to check their email and connect by the May 23 deadline.
- Completing these steps earns students a $5 KickStart to Career reward.
- Monthly reports were sent this week, with a final report to come in June.
- A KickStart to Career smore newsletter was sent out to families in April from our KickStart to Career Coordinator.
Thank you for your dedication to helping students and families succeed through KickStart to Career!
Deadline to register is June 6!
- 7th and 8th graders should have received a Career Camp postcard in the mail.
- Middle schools have ~20 brochures for distribution. Email me if you'd like more postcards or brochures.
Target 5: Career Interests
Implement an "Interest Inventory Exploration" or "Skills Spotlight" session.
Guide students to take relevant Xello interest inventories (e.g., Career Matchmaker, Learning/Personality Styles) and explore corresponding careers. Encourage them to consider how their skills and aligning work with their strengths impact job satisfaction and well-being.
Innovative Career Exploration at Reeths-Puffer Middle School!
Mona Shores 7th graders visit MCC Sturrus Technology Center!
The future of manufacturing looks bright thanks to a fantastic Middle School Manufacturing Day held at the MCC Sturrus Technology Center! Mona Shores Middle School 7th graders immersed themselves in the world of Automation/Robotics, Electricity/Electronics, Machining, Welding, and even got creative in the Fab/STEM Lab. This exciting collaboration between Muskegon Community College and MAISD schools opened students' eyes to the training, certification, and degree options at MCC, paving the way for rewarding careers. Plus, they got a taste of MCC's Agriculture programs (and delicious homemade ice cream!). We extend our sincere gratitude to MCC Sturrus Technology Center, Eagle Alloy, Hilite, Shape Corporation, and Webb Chemical for their invaluable participation in inspiring the next generation and showcasing the excellent local education and career opportunities available.
Bring your 8th graders to visit the CTC!
- 8th Grade CTC Visits - May 27 - June 5. Register here!
- Questions? Email David at dkirksey@muskegonisd.org
MCC Sturrus Center Fab Lab/STEM Lab Field Trips
Robotics in Manufacturing at the Fab Lab: Build your own robot!
Date/Time: May 8th, 9-10:30 am OR 11 am-12:30 pm
Cost: $150 (up to 26 students) - Invoice upon completion.
Register: Link to register here
Bus Grant: Howmet Aerospace offers bus funding for Muskegon STEAM programs.
Consider pairing with another Downtown Muskegon learning site.
Aviation Camp for Current 7th & 8th Graders (June 16-20):
The camp runs Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri (8 am - 12 pm) and Thu (8 am - 4 pm, including a trip to the Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum).
- Please check Xello for students with Aviation interests and invite 1-2 to attend.
- A registration code for Learning Stream will be sent to school counselors next week. Register by June 6.
CTC Career Camp for Current 7th & 8th Graders (June 16-19), 8:30am - 3pm, includes lunch - Click the link to access registration!
MCC Sturrus Center STEM Camp:
Cost: $85/Session
Registration begins May 5th, 2025
Click here for the Registration link
Week 1 July 7-10, AM session 9-12, PM session 12:30 - 3:30
Week 2 July 14-17, AM session 9-12, PM session 12:30 - 3:30
Interested in Construction Camp for 6-8th grade?
West Michigan Construction Institute’s Construction Summer Camp for Middle Schoolers!
Build your future this summer! The WMCI Construction Camp offers students hands-on experience with technology and construction, guided by industry leaders. Grand Rapids (8 AM - 5 PM) on June 17-18, June 24-25, and July 15-16. Watch for WMCI details.
Advanced Manufacturing Camp (AMC)
Four-day hands-on STEM experience for rising 6th & 7th graders. Explore CAD, 3D Printing, Design Thinking, Automation, and industry tours with GVSU and West Michigan professionals. June 23-26; register by May 16!
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Camp Curious at GRPM: Immersive history, science, and culture camps for Pre-K - high school with hands-on activities, behind-the-scenes access, and more. Single-day camps from $40; member discounts available. See the list of camps and register here.
Please reach out to campcurious@grpm.org with any questions.
Have questions? Need resources? Please reach out! I am here to support you and your team!
Tricia Schuitema
Career Exploration Specialist, Grades 6-8
Muskegon Area ISD - Muskegon Area CTC
231.767.3628
Schedule a time to meet with me here!
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