Local High Schoolers Dive into College Life at NCCC’s Explore Day

On a recent Tuesday, high school students from various districts gathered at North Country Community College’s Saranac Lake campus for Explore NCCC Day. This event, a collaboration between the college and CFES Brilliant Pathways, aimed to introduce students from grades 9 through 12 to college life and the programs available at NCCC.

Over 150 students attended and participated in interactive workshops that matched the college’s academic programs. Topics included forensic investigation, history, healthcare, and conservation, offering a wide range of experiences to suit different interests.

Students could choose from 12 workshops, each designed to provide insights into potential careers. For example, the 'Be a Forensic Investigator' and 'Nursing Careers and Modern Simulation Technologies' workshops included hands-on activities that applied classroom theories to practical scenarios.

School districts such as Boquet Valley, Brushton-Moira, Moriah, Northeastern Clinton, Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake, Ticonderoga, Tupper Lake, and Willsboro participated. This diverse participation highlighted the regional interest in NCCC’s educational offerings and the community’s commitment to preparing students for future academic and career pursuits.

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