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Kasey Xiong: Intro to Medical Careers
A Student of the Month is characterized by the professional skills of Leadership, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Engagement, and Communication.
Kasey is an exceptional student in our course. She communicates clearly and is a great team member. She will be an awesome medical professional in her future if that's what she chooses to pursue!
Chromebook Repair Pilot Program
Students from 916 Career & Tech 916 Cyber Security/IT program help with repair and troubleshooting. The pilot program is a collaborative effort with Work Based Learning.
3M Innovation Center Tour
Students from North and Tartan attended a STEM Career Exploration event at 3M Innovation Center in Maplewood. Thank you to 3Mgives and 3M BLAC for hosting this amazing event.
Explore Andersen Series
In collaboration with St. Paul College, Lakeview Hospital and Regions Hospital twelve ISD 622 Students will work towards the completion of a Sterile Processing Certification. Students that complete the program and receive the certification will have an opportunity to apply for a sterile processing job and start a career in the health sciences.
Students in Ms. Hiniker's Human Anatomy and Physiology classes will get glimpse into what careers are involved in the operation room. Here are some of the different careers that will be represented:
Surgeon
Physician Assistant
Nurse Anesthetist
Surgical Technologist
Are you interested in Health Sciences and want to join Ms. Hiniker's class? email Mrs. Stanley bstanley@isd622.org
Opportunity for High School Students! Paid Summer Construction Internship for 16-21 year olds.
MN Trades Academy is a paid summer construction internship program for high school youth. In partnership with different Twin Cities workforce programs MN Trades Academy creates opportunities for Minnesota’s youth to explore, investigate, and learn about construction careers!
Hennepin County Residents: Apply through Brooklynk. Deadline: March 30th.
Vet Camp is an interactive education program for middle and high school students in grades 6-12, who are interested in learning more about the field of veterinary medicine as a career. The hands-on learning activities are developed and taught by students at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, with sponsorship from the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Foundation.
Learn about veterinary medicine as a career
Upcoming events
Registration is now open for the Spring Vet Camp on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Registration will close 24 hours before event starts.
Saturday, March 23, 2024 - High School Camp | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Mixed Animal Theme
According to the US Department of Labor, there were nearly 10 million STEM occupations in 2021. That number is likely to increase by almost 11% by 2031. Wages in STEM careers are higher too. In May 2021, the median salaries for STEM occupations were $95,420, compared to $40,120 for non-STEM occupations.
The U of M offers several STEM-related camps and many of them are free. A few of the camps listed need the 2024 refresh, so check back often and apply early.
WHO: Students in grades K - 12
COST: Often FREE. Check each camp/program for details
DEADLINE: Varies
Scrubs Camp is a healthcare career immersion program where students explore various aspects of healthcare and the careers that exist within. The goal of Scrubs Camp is to get students excited and interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, and to go back home motivated and focused on what they can do in high school to prepare for that potential career.
Scrubs Camps are offered as both day camps and overnight camps, where students get to stay overnight on a college campus. Many of the camps offer scholarships that cover the tuition (see each camp for details).
WHO: Students entering grades 9-12 in Fall 2024
WHEN: Camps range from 2-5 days; dates are varied
COST: $300-400, but scholarships are available at all camps (apply early)
METRO AREA DAY CAMPS
Bethel University, July 16-18
Metro/Augsburg University, July 9-12
St. Paul College, July 22-25 (application will open soon; check back)
Note: Tartan High School partners with St. Paul College's summer camps program and can help you with the scholarship and application process
OVERNIGHT CAMP
Winona State University, June 23-28
Note: If you want to experience staying in a dorm on a college campus, this is a fun camp to consider. Evenings are filled with team-building events and fun activities.
GIRLS WHO CODE Summer 2024 Application
Girls Who Code offers two free programs in the summer: the virtual SummerImmersion Program and the Self-Paced Program. Students can apply for BOTH programs, if eligible, using this application. However, students can only participate in one summer program.
Ready to begin your application? Click "Register" at the top right of this page to get started. If you already have an account on this platform from applying to our Summer Programs in a previous year, please click "Log In" instead to use your existing account.
Questions? Watch our Application Walkthrough Video, review our FAQs, or join us for a webinar (US Students, International Students). You can also email us at summer@girlswhocode.com.
This program introduces students to healthcare careers outside of being a doctor or nurse. This program brings students to our Rochester campus for one week. There is NO COST to students. Transportation, lodging, food and social activities are all covered. Check out the video below to learn more.
WHO: Students entering 11th or 12th grade in Fall 2024; GPA 2.5 or higher
COST: This camp is FREE (Coach bus transportation from the Twin Cities to Rochester is included, as is dorm lodging, food and all activities)
DEADLINE TO APPLY: March 15, 2024
LEARN MORE AND APPLY (Note: This is a lengthy application. Please complete THIS FORM by Feb. 16 if you want support in applying