ILCC Hosts 3rd Annual CTE Career Exploration Day

Iowa Lakes Community College is hosting a CTE Career Exploration Day on Thursday, September 22nd from 9am-12pm at the Emmetsburg ILCC campus.

This optional event will provide opportunities to: 

• Compare and contrast three different CTE ​fields
• ​Participate in hands-on workshops
• Discuss available careers in the CTE field
• Interact with current ILCC students and staff

CTE career field options include: 

• ​Agriculture Production Technology
• Auto Collision and Paint Repair Technology
• Automotive Technology
• Construction Technology
• Farm Equipment and Diesel Technology
• Hotel & Restaurant Management
• Marine & Small Engine Technology
• Nursing
• PowerSports & Power Equipment
• Veterinary Technician
• Welding Technician

SCHEDULE:

9:00a.m. – 9:15a.m. Welcome – Wellness Center Gymnasium

9:20a.m. – 10:05a.m. Session One

10:10a.m. – 10:55a.m. Session Two

11:00a.m. – 11:45a.m. Session Three

12:00p.m. Complementary Lunch – Wellness Center Gymnasium

Seats are limited! To reserve a seat and register by the September 9th ​deadline, please fill out registration paperwork located in the office and return to me. 

College of Architecture Open House @ University of Nebraska-Lincoln

College of Architecture at UNL Open House on Friday, 9/16

(Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture)

• Opportunity to learn about the academic programs

• Have lunch with faculty and students

• Tour the UNL facilities

• Participate in a design activity

To register: admission.unl.edu/CoA-Open-House
Contact: Leslie Gonzalez, Admissions Coordinator for UNL at leslie.gonzalez@unl.edu

Digital Literacy Class

Minnesota West Community & Technical College has received funding from the Blandin Foundation for high school students grades 9-12 to participate in a 2-credit Digital Literacy Class. Interested students must fill out the application and return to:

Roxanne Hayenga
Minnesota West Community & Technical College
1450 Collegeway
Worthington MN 56187
or email roxanne.hayenga@mnwest.edu before September 16, 2016.

Career Coaching at ILCC

​Iowa Lakes Community College is offering a Career Coaching class on Thursday, September 1st from 1-3pm at the SL ILCC Campus. Their Certified Career Coaches will use tools, coaching, strategies, inspiration and motivation to help participants determine their career focus. They will help students identify their values, motives, and personality while determining the best career path for them. Participants will set goals to help them seek their career and ultimately a satisfying journey.

Course Name: Career Coaching

Course #68235

*Please note that I too am a certified career coach and will be running a similar experience to ILCC's as a J-Term Skinny this year.

2016 Golden Circle College Fair - Iowa's Largest!

Short Video Highlighting the Golden Circle College Fair 

Students of all ages are encouraged to visit the 2016 Golden Circle College and Career Fair on Sunday, September 25, 2016. Whether you're a freshmen or sophomore just starting to explore career options, or a junior or senior narrowing your list of college choices, Golden Circle College & Career Fair is the perfect opportunity for you to gather knowledge, make connections, and begin to make informed decisions about your future.

• 140 Colleges/Universities Represented. As the largest college fair in Iowa, Golden Circle offers the most diverse list of exhibiting colleges and universities.
• Career Cluster Representatives. Learn about emerging career fields and the education required by visiting the NEW Career Cluster booths. Each of the 16 Career Clusters will be represented by Central Iowa business and industry leaders, giving students the opportunity to discuss their career interests while visiting colleges about potential programs and majors.
• Breakout Sessions. Take the opportunity to listen in a free break-out session on topics like emerging industry, Iowa job growth, career planning, college selection, employer expectations, and the financial aid process.

When
Sunday, September 25, 2016
12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Where
Iowa Events Center - Hy-Vee Hall
Des Moines 

For More Information

​Text from Iowa College Access Network (2016) 

Engineers' Week at ISU - Seniors Invited

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The College of Engineering at ISU has a special day planned for high school seniors as part of their annual Engineers' Week celebration. It is organized and planned entirely by students in the College of Engineering. The week includes guest speakers, a career fair, and various competitions among ISU students as a celebration of the tradition and success of the College of Engineering. 

Senior Visitation Day will be held Tuesday, September 27, 2016. This is a day designed for high school seniors who are interested in pursuing an engineer degree at ISU. Students and parents will spend the day touring the campus, learning about engineering programs, and meeting engineering faculty and students. There is no cost for the program, simply a great opportunity to get on campus and get connected with engineering students, faculty and staff! 

Online registration and details can be found at www.engineering.iastate.edu/srvis. Register early, the program will fill up! 

College Visit Opportunity for SLHS

When I was a sophomore in high school, I was CERTAIN I knew where I wanted to go to college. My darling mother supported me in my desire to attend this particular college, but suggested that we arrange a college visit to see this college firsthand before making any definitive decisions. Darling and wise that Mrs.Nelson's mom is :) Anyways, long story short, we visited and I absolutely despised it! 

College visits help you in your college search in many ways: you get a firsthand view of campus; you can connect with college admissions representatives, professors, current students and more; you have the opportunity to get more personable answers to questions you may have; and the list goes on and on. So, while I decided against my original college prospect, that visit was a great experience that helped me get to my wonderful alma mater [Go Panthers!]

I have arranged an optional college visit for students in grades 9-12 on Thursday, October 27th to both Des Moines Area Community College and Iowa State University. 

It'll be a great way to get experience to help YOU in your college search and selection! The deadline to sign-up with me is October 13th, but keep in mind that seats are limited. 

Thanks,
Mrs.Nelson

Iowa College Access Network (ICAN)

Iowa College Access Network (ICAN) provides college and financial aid resources and services to Iowan students and their families. I want to be sure that you are aware of their FREE resources and supports and invite you to utilize them.

I have partnered with ICAN for years now, organizing countless ICAN community presentations and I have proudly served on ICAN's Advisory Council for the last two years. I continue to be impressed by their unwavering dedication towards educating students and families on making sound decisions when it comes to college selection and financial aid. 

Sean Hartnett is one of ICAN's Student Success Advisor, covering the Northwest Iowa region. His offices are located on the campus of Western Iowa Community College in Sioux City and Northwestern College located in Orange City. Appointments can cover the following topics listed below.

    Career Exploration (9,10,11,12)
    Career Assessment (9,10,11,12)
    College Exploration (9,10,11,12)
    Paying for College (9,10,11,12)
    College Visits (10,11,12)
    College Selection & Applications (11,12)
    Scholarship Process (11,12)
    CSS Profile (12)
    Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Completion
    FAFSA/Award Letter Review (12)
    Understanding Student Loan Options (12)
    Alternative Funding Options for College (11,12)
    General questions
 

Even better yet, all of their appointments are at no charge! To arrange an appointment, you can call their toll-free number 877-272-4692. 

SLHS has several scheduled ICAN events taking place this fall:

• Freshmen Orientation, 8/25, 6:30pm
• College and Career Planning (juniors), 10/13, 1pm
• FAFSA Ready Iowa (seniors), 10/13, 2:30-6:30pm
• Financial Aid Night (juniors/seniors), 10/13, 7pm

YouCanBook.me Capabilities!

I'm excited to inform you that I now offer the convenience of being able to quickly and independently schedule meeting times with me during available school hours.

In order to see available times and schedule a meeting using any device, simply click here. Even better news yet? It sends you an email confirmation and allows you to add the scheduled meeting into your own personal calendar. Say WHAAAT?!

Can you pick-up on my excitement:)
Mrs.Nelson / Natasha

ILCC Nursing Program Recommendations

Iowa Lakes Community College's Nursing Program has outlined some recommended courses for high school students wanting a smoother transition from high school into their nursing program specifically, but perhaps similar recommendations as other regional nursing programs.

• ​ACT
• Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO168) *
• Anatomy & Physiology II (BIO173) *
• College Chemistry I (CHM151)
• Introduction to Biology (BIO105)
• Introduction to Psychology (PSY111)
• Nutrition (BIO151) #
• Developmental Psychology (PSY121)
• Certified Nurse Aid (HSC172) #

* Denotes courses taught in-house at SLHS
# Denotes courses taught through Health Sciences Career Academy

The great news? There are several avenues to attain many/all of these items throughout high school at little/no financial cost to you!

If you are considering a career in nursing, consider keeping these courses in mind and I invite you to talk with me about your interest and potential pre-requisites to any of the above items. 

Thanks,

Mrs.Nelson 

For ILCC Nursing Program advising, please contact Jane Palmer at jpalmer@iowalakes.edu or 712-852-5238

Okoboji Youth in Philanthropy Application Available

The Okoboji Foundation Youth in Philanthropy Initiative is an annual program for high school students intended to empower students to make a lasting positive impact in the Lakes Community.  Students meet once a month and receive community service hours as they learn about the work of the Okoboji Foundation and other nonprofits in the Lakes Community. 

Applications are due by September 9th and can be found at www.okobojifoundation.org under the Youth Tab or using this link.