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2017-2018 High School Relations ReportWisconsin Indianhead Technical College
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Career PrepCareer Prep is designed to enhance the technical and academic skills of high school students and to provide expanded opportunities for transition into post-secondary education.
The framework for this initiative has been the federal Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 2006 (P.L. 109-270).
Please visit WITC’s Career Prep website for further information at witc.edu/careerprep.
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The Pulse was the greatest experience in healthcare I could have asked for, and I am so thankful I was given this opportunity to learn more about what matters to me.
- 2018 Participant
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Ashland
Career Specialist Katie [email protected], ext. 3116
Dean of Students Benita [email protected] 715.682.4594, ext. 3136
Admissions Advisor Jennifer Bednarik [email protected] 715.682.4594, ext. 3195
Counselors Scott [email protected], ext. 3117
Katie [email protected], ext. 3116
Rice Lake
Career Specialist Megan [email protected], ext. 5433
Dean of Students Justin [email protected], ext. 5277
Admissions Advisor Sara Eckstein [email protected] 715.234.7082, ext. 5220
Counselors Rachel Berg [email protected] 715.234.7082, ext. 5258
Catrina Everitt [email protected] 715.234.7082, ext. 5248
Aaron [email protected] 715.234.7082, ext. 5200
New Richmond
Career Specialist Megan [email protected], ext. 4396
Dean of Students Steve [email protected], ext. 4301
Admissions Advisor Jodi Saliny [email protected] 715.246.6561, ext. 4339
Counselors Bridget [email protected], ext. 4401
Kristin Nelson [email protected] 715.246.6561, ext. 4254
Brian Vrtis [email protected] 715.246.6561, ext. 4250
Superior
Career Specialist Kate [email protected], ext. 6366
Dean of StudentsKris Vesel [email protected] 715.394.6677, ext. 6291
Admissions Advisor Cindy Miller [email protected] 715.394.6677, ext. 6243
CounselorsDede [email protected] 715.394.6677, ext. 6213
Kent [email protected] 715.394.6677, ext. 6306
Dear Career Prep Colleagues,
John WillPresidentWisconsin Indianhead Technical College
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Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College DirectoryDirector of Career Prep & K12 Relations
Jeanne Germain | [email protected] . 715.246.6561, ext. 4224
Thank you for another banner year of collaboration! In the 2017-18 school year, our partnerships empowered students in Northwest Wisconsin to earn over $498,000 in WITC credits in dual credit courses and academies! This year, 60 new courses have been approved for articulation and four new dual credit academies will begin. Together, we are creating innovative opportunities that will benefit students throughout their careers.
You may have noticed a new look to our High School Relations Report. We hope you will find this streamlined version to be informative and comprehensive, but a much quicker read than previous versions. Please feel free to share your thoughts so we can continually improve the publication.
Our mission in Career Prep is to ensure all students within the WITC region have many opportunities to kick-start their careers while still in high school. Although we have made great strides toward this mission, there are still many avenues to explore. Thank you for your continued commitment to partner with us on this journey. We look forward to working with you to create bright futures for your students in Career and Technical Education.
Sincerely,
Jeanne GermainDirector of Career Prep & K12 RelationsWisconsin Indianhead Technical College
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Points of contact include:
Externships
Counselor
Educator
Facilitating the Future
Building Bridges
Internet of Things
Fab Lab
On Course
Tech Ed for Teachers
The Pulse
Career Days
Career Specialists’ Activities
8th Grade Career Cluster Day
Classroom Presentations and Visits (Middle School and High School)
Exploration Days (Middle School and High School)
Career Prep Sponsored ActivitiesCareer Prep provides funding for collaborative K-16 technical preparation initiatives facilitated by the Northwest Wisconsin Career Prep/School-to-Work Consortium.
The Consortium, consisting of members from local business and industry, school districts, the three local CESAs and WITC staff, meets three times per year to plan activities and approve the Career Prep grant allocations.
Activities include professional development for teachers and counselors, occupational exploration and hands-on activities for high school students and development of articulation agreements with high schools.
In addition to Career Prep sponsored activities, WITC has several other points of contact with the local high schools, including those made by WITC Career Specialists. Their work is also included in this report.
Please visit WITC’s Career Prep website for further information at witc.edu/careerprep.
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Articulation AgreementsThe Joint Curriculum Review Process for curriculum alignment, advanced standing, and/or dual credit is one component of the Career Prep/School to Work initiative. This annual process assures that students are acquiring the skills and knowledge to be successful at the post-secondary level and, when appropriate, are granted credit for high school coursework that covers technical college competencies.
Advanced Standing (AS)
An advanced standing agreement may be developed when a high school course contains competencies that are recognized as equivalent to those in a technical college course. Students earn high school credit and, if the conditions identified in the advanced standing agreement are met, will be granted technical college credit after enrolling at the college. To receive credit for advanced standing, students present their high school transcript documenting advanced standing during the admission process. Students will not have to repeat the coursework, will receive technical college credit, and will save money on college tuition.
Dual Credit (DC)
Dual credit agreements are developed when a technical college course is taught in a high school setting by a certified high school instructor using technical college curriculum and comparable textbooks and materials. The dual credit agreement spells out the conditions that students must meet to successfully complete the course. College credits are awarded and recorded on a technical college transcript upon successful completion of the course.
As part of an agreement between the state’s sixteen technical college districts, advanced standing and dual credit courses will be transferable to other Wisconsin technical colleges provided they offer similar coursework. Coursework may transfer to other post-secondary institutions; students should contact any college they are planning to attend for verification that coursework will transfer.
Articulated Courses with High Schools Advanced Standing and Dual Credit
School District AS DC AS DC AS DC AS DC AS DCAmery 2 29 2 1 2 2 34Ashland 2 9 1 3 9Baldwin-Woodville 3 1 5 1 4 6Barron 6 2 1 1 2 1 8 5Bayfield 4 2 4 2Birchwood 1 0 1Bruce 2 2 5 4 5Cameron 3 4 1 3 5Chetek-Weyerhaeuser 20 2 4 1 20 7Clayton 2 1 0 3Clear Lake 3 6 9 0Cumberland 2 2 4 1 2 7Denfeld (Duluth) 3 3 0Drummond 4 4 0Eau Claire Memorial 1 0 1Eau Claire North 1 0 1Flambeau 2 2 0Frederic 1 4 1 1 5Glenwood City 1 3 3 1Grantsburg 3 1 0 4Hayward 7 2 1 16 2 1 2 8 23Hudson 7 4 7 1 1 8 12Ladysmith 5 2 2 5 4Luck 1 1 0Maple 4 2 2 1 7 2Mellen 7 1 0 8New Richmond 10 3 3 10 3 2 16 15Northwood 1 1 1 1Osceola 1 1 7 1 9 1Prairie Farm 2 5 1 1 2 5 6Rice Lake 5 3 22 1 5 26Shell Lake 1 1 2 0Siren 3 9 3 9Solon Springs 1 7 2 1 2 2 11Somerset 2 1 1 6 1 3 8Spooner 4 1 13 17 1St. Croix Central 1 3 3 1 4 4St. Croix Falls 2 1 1 3 1Superior 2 7 1 2 8Turtle Lake 1 7 0 8Unity 2 1 2 1 4Washburn 2 1 1 1 3Webster 2 2 0Winter 1 2 1 2 2Total AS & DC Agreements 99 36 49 182 6 15 18 10 7 10 179 253Total Agreements
Dual Credit(DC)
432
Agriculture,Technology & Industry
Business Health General Studies
Family & Consumer
Advanced Standing
(AS)
Additional information on the joint curriculum review process can be found at witc.edu/careerprep.
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Northwestern Wisconsin Communications System (NWECS) Consortium This consortium is managed by WITC and consists of 24 high schools and a number of higher education partners, providing instruction via interactive video (ITV).
Almost all classes incorporate a course management system or online component, making them blended in nature. Class offerings consist of high school credit, dual credit, technical college credit or UW credit.
Courses Offered High Schools Students Enrolled
Chequamegon 7Dodgeland 3Goodman-Armstrong 1Hayward 1Prentice 1Prescott* 5
Driver's Education Winter 5Driver's Education Theory Clear Lake* 19English Composition Cumberland* 15Introduction to Psychology Barron* 6Math 355 Bayfield 5
Hurley 6Medford 13Prentice 3Clear Lake* 7Drummond 3Grantsburg* 1Hayward 2Hurley 10Mauston 7Royall 2
Policing Strategies Chequamegon 6Speech Cumberland* 24* out-of-network course sharing Total 152
Criminal Justice Introduction
Math for Health Professionals
Medical Terminology
Post-Secondary to High School Courses: WITC as Host SchoolPost-Secondary to High School Courses: WITC as Host School
During the 2017-2018 academic year,
high school students earned 237 short-term certificates and one-year
diplomas from WITC.
Instruction via interactive video (ITV).
Twenty-three classes originated from WITC with 152 students enrolled.
Forty-nine classes were delivered from high school to high school with 181 students enrolled.
Custom Programs and CertificationsThe Workforce and Community Development department offers a number of credit programs through a variety of custom delivery options. Mobile site delivery allows WITC expansion of campus-based programs to off-campus sites based on regional needs. Online delivery provides opportunities for training without having to travel to a campus location. All of these options provide opportunities for WITC to be responsive to student needs and partner with high schools, business and industry, and regional workforce agencies to provide training when and where it is needed.
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Leaders from the three Wisconsin post-secondary systems, with support from the Lumina Foundation, came together with state representatives, business leaders and community members to kick off the 60 Forward attainment goal initiative at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College (WITC), New Richmond campus on April 13, 2018.
The 60 Forward attainment goal strives to increase the number of high school graduates who continue their education. The goal is by 2027, 60 percent of Wisconsin citizens aged 25-64 will hold some type of post-secondary credential — a diploma, degree, or other high-value credential. The rate of individuals seeking higher education is tied to key economic indicators, including workforce participation and earnings.
“Promoting attainment is the right thing to do to achieve the dual benefit of helping individuals realize a brighter future, and ensuring that our region’s employers have the
skilled workforce needed to grow our economy,” said John Will, WITC President.
The Start College Now program allows all public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take post-secondary courses at a Wisconsin technical college or institution of higher education — either full- or part-time. An institution of higher education (IHE) includes UW System institutions, tribally controlled colleges, and private, nonprofit institutions.
Start College Now is for students considering a technical career, wishing to begin college early, and/or wanting to prepare to enter the workforce immediately after high school graduation.
WITC offers a variety of flexible learning options for Start College Now students including in-person, online, or a combination. To learn more about WITC course delivery options, visit witc.edu and select Credit for Prior Learning under the Admissions menu.
Samuel Webb is an Ashland High School senior, a Start College Now student, and a Mike and Lynn BeBeau Scholarship recipient. He is enrolled full-time in the WITC Machine Tool Program at the Ashland campus.
“The scholarship that I received has helped me immensely my first semester at WITC. The Start College Now program has allowed me to get a head start on my desire to become a Prosthetic Engineer.
The Start College Now program only covers a little over half of the credits to complete the Machine Tool program. I was able to use the first semester scholarship to pay for the credits that were not otherwise covered.
My goal is to graduate in May from WITC with a Machine Tool Operation degree and in June from Ashland High School with my high school diploma. I feel this will enable me to have an advantage in the understanding of Engineering Design. I am very grateful to the Foundation and its donors for their support.” — Samuel Webb
Throughout WITC’s district, 147 students attending 29 schools
participated in Start College Now.
Approximately 19% of Foundation Scholarships were awarded to high school students enrolled at WITC.
WITC President, John Will, addresses state representatives and business and education leaders during the 60 Forward roll out.
Samuel Webb & Mike BeBeau, WITC Foundation Board member
Start College Now (Formerly Youth Options)
60 Forward, Wisconsin's Collaborative Education Attainment Goal
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The Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician Academy for high school students was launched in 2017 in response to the ever-growing need for auto technicians. The academy, located on the WITC-Superior campus, provides the knowledge and skills necessary for job success in the automotive industry. Students learn the fundamentals of automotive systems, electrical systems, engine mechanics, and repair.
WITC’s Automotive Service Technician program is a nationally certified program through NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) and NC3 (National Coalition of Certification Centers). These certifications bring students to a higher level of education and training to stay current with the technology advancements within the automotive industry.
Academy graduates earn their technical diploma from WITC along with their high school diploma. Students are then certified to enter the work force or continue their education on a Career Pathway.
The automotive academy is offered to all high schools within the WITC- Superior campus area. These schools include Superior, Northwestern, Solon Springs, and South Shore High Schools.
Dual Enrollment WITC Automotive Academy
The first Northwest (NW) Wisconsin Welding Competition put high school students’ skills to the test on May 11, 2018, at the WITC-Rice Lake campus.
Nineteen schools from all over NW Wisconsin brought one or more five-person teams totaling over 120 competitors. The contest included theory and different welding processes. Students were scored as individuals in each category, and teams were rated overall. The day culminated in the awarding of trophies.
The Technology and Industry Expo was held at the same time as the competition. This public event spotlighted area manufacturing, technology and industry leaders as well as WITC career programs.
Students were able to experience current technology and hands-on learning opportunities by operating machines and equipment. Instructors and company representatives educated participants on available manufacturing and technology careers and programs. Campus tours highlighted the recently remodeled welding, CNC machine tool, and automotive labs.
Northwest Wisconsin Regional High School Welding Competition
First place Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School welding students.
WITC Hosts 8th Grade StudentsThe WITC-Rice Lake Career Day was attended by over 850 Northwestern Wisconsin 8th grade students from nineteen schools. Students attended two 30-minute sessions to learn more about different career fields based on their interests. There were 23 speakers from WITC and the community presenting on topics such as chiropractic, veterinary medicine, military, broadband technology, and other programs.
Pictured are 8th grade students from a mix of schools holding up the framed “Dream Big” decor they made with the help of interior decorator Sheila Moyer from
Sheila’s Décor & More in Chetek.
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Luck
Ladysmith
Hurley
Hudson
Hayward
Grantsburg
Glenwood City
Frederic
Flambeau
Drummond
Cumberland
Clear Lake
Clayton
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser
Cameron
Butternut
Bruce
Birchwood
Bayfield
Barron
Baldwin-Woodville
Ashland
Amery
High School Graduate EnrollmentPercentage of 2015 high school graduates enrolled at WITC during the last 3 years and 2017 high school graduates enrolled at WITC directly from high school in 2018
Percentage of 2015 High School Graduates Enrolled at WITC Within 3 Years
Percentage of 2017 High School Graduates Enrolled at WITC Directly from High School
18.75%
5.00%
13.11%
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8.82%
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Winter
Webster
Washburn
Unity
Turtle Lake
Superior
St. Croix Falls
St. Croix Central
Spooner
South Shore
8.40%
15.79%
9.38%
20.45%
11.18%
13.79%
13.11%
13.33%
9.62%
12.30%
33.33%
8.77%
31.82%
13.79%
33.33%
24.38%
15.00%
12.86%
11.43%
18.02%
18.35%
14.29%
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
Somerset
Solon Springs
Siren
Shell Lake
Rice Lake
Prairie Farm
Osceola
Northwood
Northwestern
New Richmond
Mellen
83% of 2018 WITC respondents indicated they would enroll at WITC again.”
Source: 2018 Ruffalo Noel Levitz Student Satisfaction Inventory
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A Partnership That Works: 118.15 Compulsory Attendance ContractWisconsin Indianhead Technical College, in compliance with Wisconsin Statute 118.15 Compulsory Attendance Contract, has a unique opportunity for partnership. The law helps students who require an alternative learning environment to be successful. Students who participate in this program have the goal of obtaining their state-issued High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) or completing credit remediation. The HSED credential is achieved by successfully completing a set of standardized assessments in the area of reasoning through language arts, social studies, science, and mathematical reasoning. These standardized assessments measure the skills required by high schools and requested by colleges and employers. In addition, students are required to participate in career awareness, employability activities, and meet the state requirements for health and civics.
WITC partners with local school districts to assure students who meet the eligibility requirements are given the opportunity to pursue this educational option. Students must meet the following criteria to participate:
Age 16 or older
Behind a minimum of one year in earned credits for their class
Minimum reading level of 9th grade
Identified as “at risk”
If requirements are met, a contract between the student, the student’s parent/guardian, the local high school, and WITC is signed, identifying the responsibilities of each party.
WITC provides classroom instruction, educational materials, attendance records, student advisement and communication and collaboration with parents/guardians and the local school district.
Students who successfully complete the test battery for the HSED receive a Wisconsin state-issued diploma and are recognized at WITC graduation. Credit remediation students who successfully complete the identified curriculum are given high school credit leading toward high school graduation.
WITC developed partnerships with the following schools:
Baldwin-Woodville Glenwood CityNew Richmond Somerset
2018 HSED students, pictured with instructors, prior to WITC-New Richmond graduation.
93% of graduates are employed within six months of graduation.
$37,818 is the average annual starting salary.
From 2016-2017 Graduate Follow-Up Study
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Thank you very much for hosting us! You provided exactly what we needed.
WITC-New Richmond will always be a partner in the preparation and education we provide students at Amery High School.
- Dr. Shawn Doerfler, Amery High School Principal, referring to the Amery High
School Instructor Informational Session.
2018 Facilitating the Future visit to Shell Lake Woodcrafters
WITC-Superior600 North 21st StreetSuperior, WI 54880715.394.6677715.394.3771 fax
Campuses
WITC-Administrative Office505 Pine Ridge DriveShell Lake, WI 54871715.468.2815715.468.2819 fax800.243.9482 TTY 711
witc.edu/careerprepWITC is an equal opportunity/access/affirmative action/veterans/disability employer and educator.
In addition to taking individual courses, many students in our region are earning short-term certificates and technical diplomas while in high school. Eventually, we hope every high school student in Northwest Wisconsin will have access to these beneficial programs.
-Jeanne Germain, Director of Career Prep & K12 Relations
During the 2017-18 school year, 1,579 students within the WITC region earned at total of 3,420 college credits through dual enrollment, for an estimated tuition savings of $498,294.
WITC-Ashland2100 Beaser AvenueAshland, WI 54806715.682.4591715.682.8040 fax
WITC-New Richmond1019 S. Knowles AvenueNew Richmond, WI 54017715.246.6561715.246.2777 fax
WITC-Rice Lake1900 College DriveRice Lake, WI 54868715.234.7082715.234.5172 fax
