Are you looking to jump-start your education and career?

If so, Moraine Park has a great opportunity for you!

232 years ago, on September 17, 1787, the Constitution of the United States of America was signed by the founding fathers.

Trivia: How many men signed the constitution?

If you guessed 39, you guessed correct. At the time, 12 of the 13 states sent representatives to the Constitutional Convention. A total of 74 were named, 55 attended, 39 signed.

This day not only recognizes the formation and signing, but also all who are born in the U.S. or by naturalization, have become citizens.

Who were the 39 signatures?

• Baldwin, Abraham, GA
• Bassett, Richard, DE
• Bedford, Gunning, Jr., DE
• Blair, John, VA
• Blount, William, NC
• Brearley, David, NJ
• Broom, Jacob, DE
• Butler, Pierce, SC
• Carroll, Daniel, MD
• Clymer, George, PA
• Dayton, Jonathan, NJ
• Dickinson, John, DE
• Few, William, GA
• Fitzsimons, Thomas, PA
• Franklin, Benjamin, PA
• Gilman, Nicholas, NH
• Gorham, Nathaniel, MA
• Hamilton, Alexander, NY
• Ingersoll, Jared, PA
• Jefferson, Thomas, VA
• Jenifer, Daniel St Thomas, MD
• Johnson, William Samuel, CT
• King, Rufus, MA
• Langdon, John, NH
• Livingston, William, NJ
• Madison, James, VA
• McHenry, James, MD
• Mifflin, Thomas, PA
• Morris, Gouverneur, PA
• Morris, Robert, PA
• Paterson, William, NJ
• Pinckney, C. Cotesworth, SC
• Pinckney, Charles, SC
• Read, George, DE
• Rutledge, John, SC
• Sherman, Roger, CT
• Spaight, Richard Dobbs, NC
• Washington, George, VA
• Williamson, Hugh, NCWilson, James, PA

Happy Constitution Day!

Learn more at https://www.constitutionday.com/

Moraine Park Technical College will host their Heavy Metal Tours event during October’s manufacturing month. This free event offers participants a behind-the-scenes opportunity to tour local manufacturing facilities and learn more about the skills needed to fill current employment gaps.

The events will run from 4:30-8:00 p.m. Participants will meet at the Fond du Lac campus, and after a brief introduction, they will be bussed to the Heavy Metal Tour event locations.

Tours will take place at the following Fond du Lac area manufacturers. A light meal will be served.

• Wednesday, October 2, Kondex Corporation
• Thursday, October 10, Fives Group and RB Royal Industries, Inc.
• Wednesday, October 16, Wells Manufacturing Corporation and Mid-States Aluminum Corp.
• Wednesday, October 23, BCI Burke Co. and Mercury Marine

“The manufacturing world is changing,” Marcia Arndt associate dean of manufacturing at Moraine Park said. “This is a fun opportunity to highlight our local partners, the advancing technology, and the overall changes within the industry. 

Space is limited for this unique opportunity, and registration is required. Interested individuals are invited to participate in all four weeks, or they may choose their preferred date(s). For more information, or to register, visit morainepark.edu/heavymetal or call (262) 306-5321.

Sometimes where you start, isn’t where you are destined to end up, and Catherine Holmes of Fond du Lac knows that first-hand.

Her educational journey began after she earned her bachelor’s degree in sociology and started her career working with special needs children. She left the workforce for a short time when she relocated to Fond du Lac and began raising her family. Catherine then joined the team at Agnesian HealthCare in Fond du Lac, where she has been an employee for over 10-years. It was there that she was introduced to the business analyst career field, a high demand job that is considered one of the best-kept career secrets.

The beauty of this career path is that it wears many hats. In fact, you may have never actually seen the job title of business analyst. However, jobs like project manager, business systems analyst, functional analyst, process analyst, market research analyst, or management consultant, are all actually business analysts.

Catherine enrolled in Moraine Park’s business analyst program in August of 2017 and was hired as a business analyst for Agnesian prior to graduating.

“I love that no two days are the same,” Catherine said. “We call ourselves the engineers of change, but my role is to reevaluate processes and offer guidance.”

More specifically, she is helping to navigate a change in computer systems by holding conversations and being the liaison between her employer and the computer system company.

One of the best parts of this career path is that it is considered in high demand by many industries, including healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, finance, and retail. Employers throughout the United States will need 861,400 analysts by 2024. That is a growth of 14% compared to all occupations at 6.5% growth. In Wisconsin, employers will need 13,151 analysts by 2024, and the median annual wage is $71,230 for an experienced analyst. (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections).

Today, Catherine is a college graduate, with goals to continue her educational journey.

“I highly recommend this career field,” she said. “My instructor, JoAnn, was supportive and flexible, and set me up for success in the field.”

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Congratulations to the winners of our Spring 2019 Next magazine trivia contest!

• Tom Otte, Family 4 Pack of Field Level Tickets to a Brewer game, donated by Magnum Radio (WMBZ)
• Heidi Christensen, 2 Brewer tickets, donated by WBEV/WXRO
• Sandy Schmitz, 2 tickets to Dock Spiders Baseball, donated by KFIZ/WFON
• Jane Best, 2 Brewer tickets , donated by AFFIRM
• Diane Simon, Fond du Lac DockSpiders Prize Package, donated by DockSpiders
• Joan Mayer, 4 tickets to the Washington County Fair, July 23-28, donated by the Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center

CORRECT ANSWERS ARE:

• What program is Janine Williams enrolled in? Substance Abuse Counseling
• What award did Renee receive? Newman Civic Fellow
• Who are the paramedic instructors? Drew Novak and Andy Baus
• What program is Isaac enrolled in? CNC Tool & Die
• What community outreach organization is utilizing Beaver Dam’s Energy Education Center? Second Harvest Food Bank
• Who is the 2019 Student of the Year? Ashley Martin

Stay tuned for the Fall/Winter 2019 NEXT magazine, set to release in November 2019.

The Moraine Park Foundation has received an annual scholarship contribution of $700 from their long-time community friend, the Beaver Dam Noon Kiwanis.

“We are so grateful for the continued commitment from the Beaver Dam Noon Kiwanis,” Dana Bourland, director of college advancement at Moraine Park said. “Their loyal and generous contributions benefit many students and have helped make educational dreams become a reality.”

The partnership between the Foundation and Kiwanis dates back more than a decade, providing financial support to students who need it most.

“We understand that a college education can help influence a family-sustaining career and break the cycle of poverty,” Lisa Karst of Beaver Dam Noon Kiwanis said. “For this reason, the Beaver Dam Noon Kiwanis is committed to providing scholarship support to Moraine Park students.”

The Beaver Dam Noon Kiwanis scholarship is offered to students who are enrolled full-time, attend at the Beaver Dam campus and have a minimum GPA of 2.75.

For more information on the Moraine Park Foundation, visit morainepark.edu/foundation.

Moraine Park has been all over the district this summer, from DockSpider games to festivals and fairs. Needless to say, our Maximus knows how to have fun in the sun!

Enjoy the photos below, taken at the Fond du Lac DockSpiders games, Fiesta Latina in Beaver Dam, and the Washington County Fair!

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The Moraine Park Foundation has received support from their community partner, Countryside Auto Group, with a $5,000 donation to benefit the Promise program. Countryside donated $7,500 in 2018, making their total contribution $12,500.

“We are grateful to Keith and Countryside for their generous contribution to the Moraine Park Promise program,” Dana Bourland, director of college advancement at Moraine Park said. “Their gift will give the opportunity of a debt-free education to students in need, and our continued partnership with Countryside will impact students’ lives for generations to come.”

The Promise program offers five consecutive semesters of debt-free college tuition, as well as additional services including mentoring, tutoring, career guidance, financial aid workshops, and counseling to low-income students. The purpose of the program is to offer the opportunity for a college education to individuals who otherwise couldn’t afford it. It will also help to address the employment gaps across the workforce by supplying businesses with skilled and educated individuals.

“At Countryside, we strongly believe in serving our local community,” Keith Ghanian, president at Countryside said. “We are proud to support the Moraine Park Promise program and recognize the power of education to transform the lives of individuals, families, and communities.”

Countryside Auto Group is a Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC dealer located in Beaver Dam, WI. Their strong community connections, family-like atmosphere, and excellent customer services are the core of their business. Each month, Countryside donates proceeds to a different local organization to drive awareness and provide funding for the organizations in the community who are making a difference.

For more information on the Moraine Park Foundation, visit morainepark.edu/foundation.

Did you know that Moraine Park offers free services to the entire community?

• Career assessment
• Basic education instruction
• College entrance exam prep
• Resume help
• Help with college coursework
• GED/HSED courses
• Career center resources/job search
• English Language Learners (ELL) classes

Learn more today at morainepark.edu/student-resources