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Virtual Pet Show Raises $725!

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Way to go Amanda Leslie! For her Leadership Development Capstone service learning project, Amanda put together a virtual pet show fundraiser to support the FDL Humane Society and was able to raise $725! “Join me to support a good cause and possibly win a prize without ever having to leave the house! Donate $5 or more and message me a photo of your pet to enter into our virtual pet show and help raise money for FDL Humane Society Inc. Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps. Winners of the pet show were announced on October 25th, 2020 on a virtual event! Thank you for your support!

Amanda’s instructor, Mary Vogl-Rauscher said, “Very Impressive Amanda!! You are a Rock Star!!” Associate Dean of Business, Bobbi Fields, said, “Amanda – I want to congratulate you on the success of your project and to thank you for your contributions to the community. I am very supportive of service learning and greatly enjoy hearing stories of how students effectively leverage the projects to enhance their education and their community. Undoubtedly, you have promoted your own professional profile; however, I see the benefits of your altruistic project yet another amazing outcome of your project. Again,  thank you applying the leadership skills you have gained in Mary’s program to promote your community. “

Amanda said, “The reason I chose this project is because I have always been passionate about animal welfare and rescue. Animals are precious to me and I want to help any way I can to aid in their protection.  We are in unprecedented times with this pandemic and many non-profit organizations, such as the Humane Society, have had to close their doors to the public and cancel upcoming public fundraising events.  This has deeply impacted them financially.  Therefore, my project was a fun alternative means to engage the community and help provide financial aid to an organization that does amazing work providing humane care and protection to animals in need, while keeping supporters safe in their own homes. The virtual pet show had an element of convenience and engagement for my supporters by having them share photos of their beloved companions in the contest, rather than simply asking for a donation.  There was 5 different categories they could enroll their pet into, which allowed for creative freedom and 5 chances to win. It was an encouraging experience interacting with so many individuals who had a similar passion and love for animals as me. There was so many generous donations from supporters resulting in a total of $725 and I can’t thank them enough!” 

Amanda Leslie
Amanda Leslie, MPTC Leadership Development Student

Congratulations on your Bronze Award for Student Community Impact Amanda!

December 18, 2020by Anne Lemke
Early Childhood Education

STEM in Early Childhood

Early Childhood Ed

STEM in Early Childhood?

Yes, STEM is being taught to young children to set the foundation for learning Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. This was the first semester that early childhood students learned how to incorporate STEM into classrooms for preschool children. The students from the Fond du Lac and West Bend Campuses took part in a STEM challenge to build a sturdy graham cracker house with frosting.

Here is what students are saying about the new STEM course.

“To be completely honest, I was kind of dreading STEM when I read the class description, but I really did learn a lot. This class not only helped me with my time management skills with the specific due dates for the Unit of Study project, but it also taught me things I will be bringing into my own personal classroom.  I learned what STEM is and how to incorporate it into my classroom. I also learned that in order for the activity to be considered stem it has to incorporate 2 of the subjects.”- Rebecca

“I really liked all of the hands on activities we did, as it gave me ideas of activities to add into my classroom for the kiddos.” – Allison

“I loved the STEM class. I enjoyed searching for activities that could be incorporated into the daily routine with children. I also learned that STEM doesn’t have to be difficult. Good teachers are already doing it without realizing it! I love the “Hands on- Minds on questions.” – Tammie

Early Childhood Ed

https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/programs/early-childhood-education/

December 18, 2020by Anne Paradies
Achievement, Business, Community Engagement, Health Careers & Wellness, Service Learning

Fall 2020 Student Community Impact Awards

Medical Assistant student award winners
Medical Assistant Fall, 2020 Award Winners. Back row from left: Corrine Chalker, Megan Andrew, Kelly Pike, Courtney Dickow, Tanya Johnson, Allexis Wegner, Megan Ryals, Rachael Wagner, Whitney Liegl, Elsa Rojas. Front row from left: Cindy Krueger, Cathryn Kuslits, Alexis Erickson

Moraine Park Technical College is committed to community engagement and student success.  The College supports these commitments through the opportunity for students to participate in student community impact and apply their classroom knowledge to an applicable, real world environment. 

MPTC encourages students to participate in our community impact awards program where students can track their service learning or volunteer hours, submit their reflections, and earn a Bronze Award for 25 hours, Silver Award for 50 hours, Gold Award for 100 hours, or Presidents Award for 200 hours!

In the 2020 fall semester, despite all the Covid-19 challenges, 16 students earned awards and logged over 900 hours of service!

Congratulations to our Fall, 2020 award winners!

Congrats!

Bronze Award Winners

Completing 25-49 hours of service learning or volunteering.

  • Megan Andrew, Medical Assistant
  • Corrine Chalker, Medical Assistant
  • Courtney Dickow, Medical Assistant
  • Alexis Erickson, Medical Assistant
  • Tanya Johnson, Medical Assistant
  • Cindy Krueger, Medical Assistant
  • Maggie Landowski, Leadership Development
  • Amanda Leslie, Leadership Development
  • Emily Lewis, Medical Assistant
  • Whitney Liegl, Medical Assistant
  • Kelly Pike, Medical Assistant
  • Megan Ryals, Medical Assistant
  • Barbara Turner, Leadership Development
  • Rachael Wagner, Medical Assistant
  • Allexis Wegner, Medical Assistant

Silver Award Winners

Completing 50-99 hours of service learning or volunteering.

  • Megan Andrew, Medical Assistant
  • Corrine Chalker, Medical Assistant
  • Courtney Dickow, Medical Assistant
  • Cathryn Kuslits, Medical Assistant
  • Barbara Turner, Leadership Development
  • Allexis Wegner, Medical Assistant

Gold Award Winner

Completing 100-199 hours of service learning or volunteering.

  • Barbara Turner, Leadership Development

President’s Award Winner

Completing 200+ hours of service learning or volunteering.

  • Barbara Turner, Leadership Development
Our amazing President’s Award winner, Barbara Turner! Barbara volunteered over 200 hours since Spring of 2020. Most of her hours were spent at Beaver Dam Chamber of Commerce. More to come on Barbara’s award in January! Way to go Barbara!

December 18, 2020by Anne Lemke

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