Empowering Our Youth: Nulato Students Thrive in Local Career Explorers Program

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The Nulato TCC GO Career Explorers Program, a joint effort by the Yukon-Koyukuk School District (YKSD), the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), and the TCC GO teams, has recently ended. This initiative aimed to introduce students from the Yukon-Koyukuk School District to career exploration and professional development.

The program included a course called 'Professional Development: How to Prepare for a Job & Other Survival Skills,' taught by UAF. Seven juniors and seniors from the district participated, showing strong enthusiasm and commitment. The course covered career planning, interview techniques, and job-seeking skills, equipping students with practical knowledge for their future.

The success of the Nulato Career Explorers class is largely due to the supportive environment provided by the YKSD/CTE staff and the expertise of UAF instructors Amanda Langhorst and Jillian Bjornstad. Their dedication and teaching methods helped students gain valuable skills and stay motivated.

Participants expressed a strong sense of achievement at the program's conclusion. The students' willingness to learn and tackle new challenges highlighted the program's effectiveness in empowering them. The collaboration also strengthened community ties and demonstrated the benefits of partnerships in education.