No Job is Too Small

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When you're new to a job, don't know exactly what to do, and afraid of making mistakes, your challenge is to find ways to show your company why it made a good decision in hiring you. You may find yourself assisting others, serving in a secondary role, or doing work that is dull and boring. If that's the case, show you are willing to complete every task, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem.

Do you think celebrities get lucky and achieve overnight career success? Or do they work persistently for a long time before making it? "If you work hard, whatever you want will come to you. I know that's easier said than done, but keep trying." Beyonce Knowles "I just really care about what people see. I want them to know that I'm working hard for this career. Expect me to give my all. That's what I do every time I have a show. Give my all." Bruno Mars "As a struggling actor, you're not looking for work that defines you. You're just looking for work." Matt Damon "Where I excel is my ridiculous, sickening, work ethic. You know, while the other guy's sleeping, I'm working." Will Smith "I'm intimidated by the fear of being average." Taylor Swift "I think I've stayed focused on my work so much that I haven't really noticed my life start to change." Jennifer Lawrence "Without the work, the magic won't come." Jay-Z

Summer College & Career Activities

ACT
Re-taking the ACT? Summer is a great time to set aside time to practice for the ACT. TESTIVE is a free test prep site in RUReadyND.  Click here for instructions to get started.

To register to re-take the ACT, go to www.actstudent.org


Career Exploration Videos
This is my new favorite site for researching different careers by watching short videos: http://www.jobshadow.com/categories/

Information on Scholarships, Careers, Colleges, and all your results from previous career surveys are stored in RUReadyND.  Click here for instructions to get started.

Good luck on finals this week! Have a great summer! Stay safe! Make good decisions!

SCIENCE LOVERS!

Science Alive! is a summer visit event on June 19 from 10am to 1pm, where high school students can explore math and sciences at Concordia College. Students will participate in hands-on, interactive sessions with Concordia faculty members from multiple areas of study including biology, chemistry, computer science, data analytics, physics, and psychology.

Learn more at: www.concordiacollege.edu/sciencealive

Service Academy Information Meeting

Join the offices of Senator Hoeven, Senator Heitkamp, and Congressman Cramer for an informational Service Academy evening on May 24, 2017.

6:00 to 7:30 pm

Raymond J. Bohn Armory

4200 E. Divide Ave., Bismarck, ND

The event will have representation from Air Force Academy, Naval Academy, and Military Academy - West Point. Click here for more information.

Fun New Resource: College Covered

So, here is a fun resource to navigate paying for college. There is also an opportunity to be selected for a $2,500 scholarship. Visit CollegeCovered.com/Assist brought to you by Discover® Student Loans for free and valuable planning and paying for college tips and resources including Scholarships Sweepstakes, Scholarship Search and related articles and videos.

Summer Code Camp for Girls

Crack the Code: Summer Technology Day Camp for Girls

[Early Bird Registration Discount. Sign up by April 21. Scholarship Available. Register at www.ucodegirl.org/camp]

Join the young and the curious at the intersection of technology and fun at NDSU STEM center. Two Weeks. Six Unique Sessions offer Something for Everyone. You will learn to create & launch web site for a real customer, launch a mobile app, build wearable e-textiles, assemble & program robots. You will gain skills to design, take feedback from peers, iterate & test your innovative ideas – all 21st century skills for you to become a creative, innovative & resourceful adult. Register at www.ucodegirl.org/camp

Sanford Youth Medical Experience

Current sophomores and juniors who are interested in learning more about careers at Sanford Health are encouraged to apply for the Sanford Youth Medical Explorers program. This is the ONLY way to job shadow at Sanford:  https://www.sanfordhealth.org/about/academic-affairs/career-exploration

Last Month for Job Shadows 2016-2017

April is the last month to schedule Job Shadows for this year. Job Shadows are an excellent opportunity to test out career decisions in a short amount of time. If you like what you've read online about a certain career, a job shadow is a great next step. You can ask professionals in that career how they chose their college(s), major(s), program(s), what they wish they would have known as a high school student, and anything else related to that career path!

Click here for the Job Shadow Application.

Cass County Youth Leadership Applications

Applications for Cass County Youth Commission are available in the counseling office. This is a unique leadership opportunity for high school students to learn about city and county government agencies. Stop in the counseling office for details.
https://www.casscountynd.gov/county/Boards/ccyc/Pages/default.aspx

Lake Region State College Open House

On March 28, from 4pm to 7pm, you are invited to tour the facilities and check out the programs at Lake Region State College in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

Accounting and Business Administration
Administrative Assistant and Office Management
American Sign Language and Interpreting Studies
Automotive Technology
Early Childhood Education
Fitness Trainer Technician
Information Technology
Liberal Arts
Nursing
Peace Officer Training
Precision Agriculture
Simulator Maintenance Technology
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Wind Energy Technician

Click here to register: http://www.lrsc.edu/admissions/campus-preview-days

Auto/Diesel Career Day at NDSCS

Thursday, April 27, is an exciting educational opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to investigate careers in the Auto & Diesel industries. Lunch, Campus Tour, Department Visits, and Business/Dealership opportunities included.

For questions and registration information, contact Monty Montenegro monty@adand.com

College Connections Careers Event at MSUM

Students are invited to sign up for an event at MSUM on March 30. Explore how college can help you connect to employers and careers of the future.
Sessions will focus on:
Careers in Media, Performing and Visual Arts, Mass Media, Communication Studies and Entertainment Industry
Professional Management, Business and Computer Science Information Systems
Social Work, Speech Language Hearing Sciences, and Teaching Careers
Public Service/Non-Profit, Law and Criminal Justice, Secondary Education in Humanities and Social Sciences
Healthcare, Environmental Monitoring and Management, and Actuarial Science and Data Analytics

For more information:  https://www.mnstate.edu/outreach/college-connections/ 
Sign up in the Counseling Office

SHS College Conversations Event - February 27

College Conversations will be Monday, February 27, from 3:00 to 5:30, in the SHS commons. Representatives from more than 25 colleges and postsecondary programs will  answer questions and provide information to help you prepare for your future.
What do I do?
-Walk by the tables, smile, and make eye contact with the college rep.

What should I say?
- Hi, I'm Firstname Lastname. I'm interested in Aviation/Nursing/Business/Diesel/Welding/Construction/Culinary/PayingforCollege/SomethingThatInterestsYou

What should I bring?
-Nothing - or maybe some friends, or maybe a parent (they'll be here for conferences).

Which colleges are attending?
- www.tinyurl.com/shsfuture

Why should I go to this?
-Are you really going to look up this information on your own? There are so many Netflix shows calling your name; or Homework; or your Part-time Job; or Practice.... See? Why not get the information directly from the expert at that college - IN REAL LIFE? Way quicker and easier!

How did Mrs. A. get so smart?
-Years of practice.

National Youth Leadership Forum

Students interested in National Security, Diplomacy, Intelligence, and Defense are encouraged to speak with Mrs. A. or Dr. Cronin for a nomination to the National Youth Leadership Forum. This is a 6-day summer leadership program in Washington, D.C. Deadline is February 2, 2017. For more information: www.nylfns.com

STEM Camp - Grades 8-11

Camp Explore is for students in grades 8-11 who are interested in expanding your career exploration this summer in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math fields. Explore careers in IT, Energy, Agriculture, Transportation, Manufacturing, and Engineering!

Moorhead Residential/Overnight Camp, June 25-30, 2017
Current grades 8-11
Location:  Minnesota State University - Moorhead
Camp Fee:  $480 per camper (includes $30 non-refundable fee) Scholarships available
Register Online: https://mnscu.rschooltoday.com/public/costoption/class_id/17300/public/1/sp/
For questions:  Misun Bormann  mbormann@winona.edu

SCRUBS Camp - Moorhead, Grades 8-11

Summer 2017 camp registration is open and filling up fast! Campers will experience a variety of interactive hands-on activities and special field trips to get them excited about careers in the health sciences. Sessions are led by healthcare professionals and faculty from area colleges and universities.

Moorhead Residential/Overnight Scrubs Camp, July 30 - August 4, 2017
Current grades 8-11
Location:  Minnesota State University - Moorhead
Camp Fee:  $480 per camper (includes $30 non-refundable fee) Scholarships available
Register Online: https://mnscu.rschooltoday.com/public/costoption/class_id/17312/public/1/sp/
For questions: Misun Bormann mbormann@winona.edu

Grades 9-12 Microsoft Career Exploration Program

Students in grades 9-12 are invited to attend an informational session about careers at Microsoft on the following dates:
February 24, March 4, April 5, or April 14.
The Microsoft Career Exploration Program (MCEP) is designed to give high school students a firsthand look into the inner-workings of a large, technology focused corporation. During your visit, students will have an opportunity to engage with current Microsoft professionals in various areas of the company. Additionally, students will tour the campus and participate in a Q&A session. The goal of this program is to leave students with a greater understanding of Microsoft, its opportunities and a desire to pursue a career in technology.
Click here for more information.

Seniors! Spend the Summer with Microsoft

The Student Experience Program (SEP) is a paid work experience program at the Fargo campus during summer 2017. Students will gain real-life working experience while learning about the technology industry.

Positions available in the following areas:
Accounting Services, Communications, Event Planning, Partner Services, IT, Marketing, MBS Operations, US Payroll, and Web Design.

Resumes and cover letters are accepted until February 12, 2017. Stop in the counseling office for application details.