June 2023

Opportunities and Open Doors

Each spring as I hear about our students' accomplishments and adventures, I'm reminded of the many opportunities Career Tech students have available to them. Because of those opportunities for hands-on, in-school and on-the-job learning, our students are on paths to all kinds of success and fulfillment. It's rewarding to see students discover their unique talents and interests -- those discoveries lead to open doors in college, technical training and careers. It's an honor for Career Tech instructors and staff to take part in guiding kids toward their open doors.

Wishing the Class of 2023 all the best and a wonderful summer to all!

Respectfully,

Career Tech Enrollment Still Open!

Career Tech Scholarship Awards

Career Tech is proud to announce 2023 scholarships for seniors, ranging in value from $500 to $5,000 per award. Many of the scholarships fall into the two categories listed below. In addition, several other scholarships are available to students. See the list of 2023 Career Tech scholarship and other award recipients.



Tools of the Trade Scholarship was created for students who want to go directly into the workforce or attend a trade school after their senior year. Scholarship winners use the money to buy tools they need to be successful in their chosen field. 

Academic Scholarship was created for students who want to go to a two-year college or four-year college or university. Scholarship winners have their scholarship money transferred to their college/university account. 

Outstanding Students Honored

In addition, Career Tech selects honorees each year to be named Outstanding Students. See the list of 2023 Career Tech Outstanding Students.



Students in ACTION

Filmmaker Rich Brauer welcomed an interdisciplinary team of Career Tech students to his movie set to help with the newest project by Brauer Productions - "The DJ on Wallaker Hill." Also a member of the North Ed Career Tech Advisory Board, Brauer had students in the Film & New Media program assist with camera work, Construction Trades students helped frame the set, Culinary Arts students prepared meals for the crew, and Writers Studio students contributed on set as well.

The Future of Michigan Agriculture

Career Tech's Agriscience students who are also FFA members attended the Michigan FFA State Convention in East Lansing, where they stood out in the event's competitions. Their talents in various areas of the agriculture industry were highlighted amid hundreds of their peers from throughout Michigan. Get the details here.



Big Head Start

Career Tech Early Education senior Ivy Thorson boosted her studies this year, participating in an accelerated three-week program to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. She earned nine college credit hours to transfer to Central Michigan University this fall where she plans to study education. She says she's always wanted to be an elementary teacher because she finds it rewarding and exciting to see the promise of young children.

Forecast is Bright!

The folks at Bill Marsh are impressed by the preparedness, work ethic and skills of Career Tech students, according to a blog post by "Rusty Fender," who took part in mock interviews with Career Tech students, which give them a chance to practice interview skills with industry professionals. To sum up Rusty's impression, they are talented! "I would have hired each and every one of them."

Scholarship Golf Outing

Career Tech is gearing up for its annual Scholarship Golf Outing on September 17 at Grand Traverse Resort. It supports scholarships for Career Tech students to continue their educations and training after high school. Get in on the fun for a good cause!

Get an Edge with Engineering Academy

Career Tech Engineering Academy is a trailblazer for high school STEM education. Learn more in the newsletter >>

There's Still Time to Apply

There's still time for rising high school juniors and seniors to apply to Engineering Academy for 2023-24!

Save Time & Money with Early College

North Ed Early College offers a jumpstart to a college degree, professional training and career readiness while saving time and money. Click here to find details about the benefits of North Ed Early College and how to begin the application process.

Questions? Email Ashley Darga at adarga@NorthwestEd.org