Contact: David Ulyanchuk, Rachel Glines, Patricia Talbott
Date: September 19, 2024
Brief Event Summary:
AIER coordinated with Whitworth SOE
Many people in attendance:
Pre-service undergrad students (Dr. Lisa Hoxie, Dr. Lori Johnson Whitworth University)
21 WU students
1 AIER Board Member
1 Whitworth professor
Quotes from the students:
"Here I am actually being prepared for my future."
"All the teachers here care and they know so much!"
"This place will lead me directly to my career."
"Because of this place I will graduate with a welding certificate and a job”
Topics that stood out during our visit:
Dedicated staff with shared culture of “relationships first”
Students focused on their futures – clear idea of their career pathways and how to achieve their goals
Super-professional attitude of all the students – they understand what it takes to function in the working world
Great integration of hands-on technical training and wide ranging academic skills and knowledge
Very accepting and supportive student culture – students feel part of the community when they are there.
What is the school known for?
Great Career and Technical Education
Wide variety of programs
Very flexible enrollment options
Students can graduate with an entry level certification in 17 different fields.
Students can earn real-world skills while finishing their high school diploma
Very strong career counseling
An incredible faculty member:
Eric Cook
Culinary Art Teacher - “He loves his students”
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