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Polar CAREER CONNECT

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Career Connect is back!

Hello Polars,

We hope you enjoy this Career Connect update intended for staff, students and families.

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Fall Events

  • Build My Future
  • Career Connect Day
  • Andersen Windows
  • Renewal by Andersen
  • Xcel Energy
  • WIN Sessions
  • Youscience
  • ACE Mentor Program
  • North Grad
  • 916 Career and Tech Student of the Month
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WIN sessions offer students a chance to learn about careers

The Department of Natural Resources came to discuss career opportunities. They shared journeys from High School to where they are now.
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Build My Future

50 North and Tartan students spent a day in the construction industry through a hands-on interactive showcase in Glenwood City, WI.
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Renewal by Andersen

North and Tartan students attended a tour and demo at Renewal by Andersen in Roseville. The demo showed students the detailed steps of window installation.

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Xcel Energy

Mr. Hansen's 9th grade students spent time with the Xcel Energy team to learn about energy careers and 'human-centered design,' which is a problem-solving technique that puts real people at the center of the developmental process.
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Career Connect Day

More than 100 North and Tartan 10th grade students attended the Career Connect Day at St. Paul's River Center. Our students were able to learn about careers in every career field.

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Explore Andersen

North grad, Enrique Flores, returns as an Andersen employee taking part in the Explore Andersen Q&A Panel. They informed students about the organization and entry points within several careers. Students will tour Andersen Bayport this winter.

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2022 North Graduate HIRED at Andersen Windows & Doors

Enrique Flores connected with Andersen through a WIN visit during his Senior year, and this fall was hired into the Maintenance Tech Apprentice Program. In this role, he is learning how to provide mechanical support and preventative maintenance for production and fabrication equipment. Enrique will be utilizing the tuition reimbursement program to continue his technical training and education in 2023.

Classes that supported Enrique's career:

Woodworking tech I-III, IS woods, Carpentry home construction, Small engines I-II, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Vocational auto

Inspirational teachers: Mr. Kiihn, Mr. Moran, Mr. Zupko
They go above and beyond and make learning enjoyable and fun!

Advice to students:

“Find something you really enjoy doing, make a plan and take initiative!”

916 Career & Tech Medical Careers Students of the Month for October & November 916 Career & Tech Medical Careers Students of the Month for October & November

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Marianna Coreas-Recinos: Medical Careers

A Student of the Month is characterized the professional skills of Leadership, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Engagement, and Communication. This is what her teacher had to say:

Marianna's quick thinking was instrumental in the safety of a fellow classmate who was having a medical emergency. Her compassion and caring attitude toward others and her ability to think on her feet will make her a great nursing assistant.

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Felicity Vang: Nail Technology and Esthiology

This student has the ability to be a great leader. She completes work and deadlines with proficiency. I'm am happy to have her as a student.

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Diamond Bowman- Medical Careers

Diamond is ready to actively engage in our class every single day. She is an active participant in HOSA and is also our Student Ambassador! She is passionate about healthcare and comes in each day ready to learn and to help her classmates. Keep up the great work!

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Upcoming Events

January WIN Sessions will offer an Elective Showcase format. More information to come.

January 11th -916 Career and Tech information session will be held during WIN in the cafeteria

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10 grade students take YouScience Discovery Tool in Biology Classes

This October, 10th grade students were given the opportunity to take an online self-discovery tool called YouScience. Self-Discovery is the first step in the career planning process.

New this year, 10th grade students created a career planning folder and loaded documents to assist them in planning their future.


Finish or see your results: youscience.com/login

User name: student email (ex: 12345@isd622.org)

Password: PolarsMMDD (MM=Month Born, DD= Day Born)

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Stanley (bstanley@isd622.org)

What's YouScience? | Discover careers perfect for you

What's YouScience? | Discover careers perfect for you

YouScience empowers individuals to discover their natural talents, validate their skills, and connect with in-demand educational and career pathways. But how? The YouScience Discovery assessment provides an in-depth and highly scientific analysis of your natural talents, or aptitudes.

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ACE Mentor Program: Starts December 12th

The ACE Mentor Program is open to any high school student who has the curiosity and drive to learn about a career in design and construction — from contracting and engineering to architecture and landscaping.

The first meeting is set for December 12th at Tartan High School, room 112 from 3:30-5:00. They will continue to meet every Monday through March.

There is still time to join! Sign up/ACE Mentor Website

If you have any questions contact Mrs. Stanley bstanley@isd622.org

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Contact Mrs Stanley

Schedule an appointment Before School, After School or during WIN time.

Office Hours: Every Tuesday: 7:30am-8:00am, and 2:45pm-4:00pm

Email: bstanley@isd622.org
Website: https://www.isd622.org/Page/15183
Phone: 651.748-6086

Contact Mrs Funk

Work Based Learning Coordinator

Schedule an appointment

Email: dfunk@isd622.org
Phone: 651.748-6071

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