High School Field Trip: Construction Technology Students

Eaton Career Preparation Center students have multiple opportunities to participate in field trips off campus. Construction Technology students went to the South Baptist Church in Lansing, Michigan. 

The class received a tour of the construction site where workers are building an addition onto the chapel. Scott Mason, Superintendent of Wieland-Davco Construction, spoke with students regarding the project. 

Class instructor Scott De Ruischer encouraged students to ask questions. The field trip was a great success, students engaged in hands-on learning and real life experiences.

Fashion Class Goes to Younkers

Students in the Fashion Design program at Eaton Career Preparation Center have the chance to attend weekly field trips to Younkers in the Lansing Mall. This is a consecutive field trip that lasts 18 weeks over the entire school year. Students meet with staff at Younkers to learn all aspects of the retail business including buying and selling, supply chain, customer service, pricing, visual merchandising, and understanding retail strategies. 

Store duties and responsibilities are divided up among the class: setting up the floor and dressing mannequins, pricing and folding clothes as well as taking merchandise off the truck. Instructor Anne Wojtkowski explains that this opportunity is like a mini internship for students.

'Parent Day' at Eaton Career Preparation Center

Students at the Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center had a chance to bring their parent to school last week. 'bring your child to work,' became 'Bring your parent to school.' Parents and guardians participated in hands-on activities in the classroom and lab. 

Students impressed mom and dad with their skills in cutting and sawing wood, changing and rotating tires, checking and repairing engine parts, using blowtorches and tools to heat and press metals, and designing outfits to put on display at Younkers.

What are my Options After High School?

High school seniors have many options after graduating college. You can enroll in a career and technical trade college or vocational school, apply for an apprenticeship program, or attend a community college, or four year university.

Career Quest

New Horizons Computer Learning Center - Lansing

Regency Cosmetology - Lansing

Excel Academics of Cosmetology - Lansing

Ross Medical Education Center - Lansing

 West Michigan College of Barber and Beauty

  Northwestern Technical Institute

  Fiser’s College of Cosmetology

Hillsdale Beauty College 

Mid-Michigan Community College

Art Institute of Michigan

Flint Institute of Arts

ITT Technical Institute  

Specs Howard School of Arts 

 

Michigan Bricklayers Apprenticeship Program

Lansing Electrical JATC (Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee)

Lansing Urban Farm Project

Bekum American Corp

Greater Michigan Construction Academy

Michigan Carpenter and Millwright Training Program

Michigan Laborer's Training and Apprenticeship Institute
 AmeriCorps Program

Lansing Community College

Delta College
Jackson College

Kellogg Community College

Grand Rapids Community College

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Mott Community College

Calvin College

Henry Ford Community College 

Oakland Community College 

Schoolcraft College 

Washtenaw Community College

Wayne County Community College

 

Michigan State University

Ferris State University

Sienna Heights University

Spring Arbor University

Adrian College
Alma College
Albion College
Saginaw Valley State University
Central Michigan University

Eastern Michigan University
Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo College

Grand Valley State University

Olivet College
Hillsdale College

Hope College

Northwood University

Madonna University

Baker College

Kettering University
Wayne State University
Aquinas College 
Clearly College
University of Michigan
Lawrence Technological University
Michigan Technological University

How Can I Afford College?

Did you know most colleges offer undergraduate scholarships to incoming freshmen students? Many colleges in Michigan offer full to partial scholarships and grants for students who qualify. Click on the links below to view your options.

  

Lansing Community College
Michigan State University
Ferris State University
Spring Arbor University
Sienna Heights University
West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty
Adrian College
Albion College
Alma College 
Mid Michigan Community College
Jackson Community College
Northwestern Technical Institute 
Eastern Michigan University
Western Michigan University
Grand Valley State University
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Central Michigan University
University of Michigan - Flint
Mott Community College
Olivet College 
Kellogg Community College
Hillsdale College

Click below to see more scholarship opportunities:

Nationwide Scholarships
State of Michigan Scholarships

Class Field Trip: Michigan Supreme Court

 

 

High School students in the Law Enforcement program at Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center had the opportunity to visit the Michigan Supreme Court and 54A District Court in Lansing. Students participated in hands-on exhibits and activities at the Learning Center. A mock courtroom and jury is located in one of the exhibits at the Learning Center to teach students how court cases are conducted. The class enjoyed their field trip and had a wonderful experience.

For more information:

Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center

NTHS Induction Ceremony

National Technical Honor Society Induction Ceremony took place on Friday October 3 at Lansing Community College West Campus. 36 high school seniors were inducted as active members. A candle lighting ceremony was conducted by students who presented seven attributes of NTHS membership: skill, honesty, service, responsibility, scholarship, citizenship, and leadership. Inductees then read the NTHS Pledge. Following the ceremony was a small reception for everyone to enjoy. Parents, Counselors, EatonRESA Staff, School Administrators, and Principals were invited to attend the event.

Requirements for Participation in NTHS through Eaton RESA

1. Students must be enrolled at the Eaton RESA Career Center for both junior and senior year.
2. Juniors need to achieve an average GPA of 3.5 or better. Seniors must maintain a 3.5 through Marking Period 5.
3. Juniors have 8 or fewer unexcused absences (including tardies) and Seniors have 7 unexcused absences or fewer through Marking Period 5.
4. Complete a leadership activity and 10 community service hours for seniors.

Purpose and Mission of NTHS

• Honor student achievement and leadership
• promote educational excellence
• Enhance career opportunities for its student members
• Reward excellence in workforce education
• Develop self-esteem and pride
• Help schools build and maintain effective partnerships with local businesses

Parents: How to Access PowerSchool to view Grades and Attendance

Go to the search bar in your internet browser and type the following:

www.eatonresa.org

Find the tab called 'Services' and a drop down menu will appear. Select 'Career and Technical Education.'

When you click on 'Career and Technical Education,' this page should appear:

Scroll to the bottom-left corner. Click on the link called, "PowerSchool."

When you click the PowerSchool click, this page will appear. 

Click on "Create Account" and follow the instructions. 

**Please Note** You must create a username and password BEFORE you log into PowerSchool.

Questions? Contact your Student Service Coordinator:

Mrs. Brocklehurst 

Mrs. McCullen 

Mrs. Hamers 

Ms. Hazelman

Non-Traditional Career Options for Girls

What are my Career Choices? 

1. Aviation Mechanics or Airplane Pilots
• Salary and Required Education for 'Airplane Pilot' 
• Salary and Required Education for 'Aviation Mechanic' 
2. Auto or Motorcycle Mechanic 
• Salary and Required Education
3. Computer Hardware Engineers or Computer Programmers
• Salary and Required Education for 'Computer Hardware Engineers'
• Salary and Required Education for ''Computer Programmers'
4. Environmental Assistant/Specialist

• Salary and Required Education
5. Construction Manager
• Salary and Required Education
6. Electrician
• Salary and Required Education
7. Robotics and Mechatronics Engineer
8. Radio Announcers
• Salary and Required Education
9. Surveying & Mapping Technician
• Salary and Required Education
10. Paralegal
• Salary and Required Education
11. Dental, Medical, or Surgical Assistants 
• Salary or Required Education
12. Landscape Architects
• Salary and Required Education

The list above contains some career options available for girls. Explore your own interests online and see what other careers interest you in Career and Technical Education.

Career Pathways

Students: Below is a chart of career pathways to help you decide which track you are interested in pursuing. Check the list below to see which career choices fall under what pathway.

“Arts and Communications” 

• Fashion Designers
• Commercial/Graphic Artists (2D, 3D)
• Interior Designers
• Photographers
• Videographers
• Radio/TV Announcers
• News Reporters

“Business, Management, Marketing and Technology” 

• Accountants and Auditors
• Computer Programmers
• General Managers (Human Resources, Food Service, Hotel, Sales, Finance)
• Public Relations and Advertising Specialists

“Engineering, Manufacturing, and Industrial Technology” 

• Architects
• Engineers (Aerospace, Chemical, Robotics, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical)
• Heavy Equipment Operators
• Draftsman
• Construction Workers 
• Technicians (Automotive, Biological, Chemical)
• Welders, Metal Workers or Jewelers

“Health Sciences” 

• Nurses
• Pharmacists
• Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
• Medical, Dental or Physician Assistants
• Scientists (Biological, Chemical, Physical)
• Radiologists
• Pathologists
• Health Educators / Instructors

“Human Services” 

• Police Officers
• Firefighters
• Social Workers
• Psychologists
• Counselors (School, Rehabilitation)
• Childcare Workers or Preschool Teacher
• Cosmetologist 

“Natural Resources” 

• Veterinarians
• Zoologists
• Wildlife Biologists
• Environmental Engineers
• Forest or Park Rangers
• Farmers and Agricultural Managers
• Animal Breeders or Trainers

 

For More Information:

LCC Career Programs and Occupation Chart

List of Engineering & Industrial Technology Careers