The Innovation Station
Issue 12 - College & Career Readiness Opportunities at PRAHS
Welcome!
Quote of the Issue
"The best way to predict your future is to create it."
-Abraham Lincoln
Job Shadowing Opportunities Available Now!
Completing your "Real World Experience" that is needed to complete any Panther Track - DOES NOT - need to be completed during the school year.
Panthers First: Community Round- Tables Coffee, Cookies, & Career Conversations
We are excited to announce that Panthers First community networking/mentorship is back!
- April 12, 2023
Session with Senior & Junior Classes 9-10am
- May 10, 2023
Session with Sophomore & Freshmen Classes 9-10am
Huge thank you to the mentors and mentees for a successful first event a few weeks ago!
Minnesota Business Venture
MBV is a summer camp program where students can meet other peers from around the state. MBV looks great on college and job applications, but most of all it’s fun! This is a unique opportunity to live on a college campus, network with entrepreneurs and business professionals, learn the basics of building a business, and hear from amazing speakers!
Dates:
July 9-14 at the University of St. Thomas
July 22-27 at the University of St. Thomas
Students who apply early will save $100! Early bird registration is due by Friday, April 21st.
Register online at https://bestprep.org/minnesota-business-venture/
DAC Pre ETS Transition Program
Click here to see more information about the program on the school website!
YouScience Login
To login your YouScience account, click here: youscience.com/login
For more College and Career Readiness Opportunities, check out the College and Career Readiness Board!
Senior Checklist!
Are you a senior trying to figure out what to accomplish before graduation? Check out the Senior Checklist to get started today!
The time for scholarships is NOW! Be aware of the rapidly approaching deadlines for many scholarships.
Have you completed your Panther Track?
Students who complete one or more tracks will receive a
medal and completion of track certificate to be recognized their senior year and to wear on graduation day.
Want to know if your real-world experience qualifies? Ask! If you have any questions, reach out to Mrs. Murphy - krystalmurphy@parkrapids.k12.mn.us!
Looking to join a club next year?
Student Council
Yearbook Staff
Juniors and Sophomores,
Our yearbook staff is looking for 3 juniors (seniors next year) and 2 sophomores (juniors next year) to help create the 2023-24 yearbook. Please see Mr. Hartung By Friday March 31st for an application. You can also talk to Lizzie Seifert or Nora Huber for information about what it is like being on the yearbook staff.
Scholarships
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter #38/DAV Auxiliary Unit #38 Scholarship- $1,000
• Applicant must be a son/daughter, brother/sister, grandson/granddaughter or great grandson/granddaughter of a veteran.
• The applicant must interview a veteran, and write an essay describing what the veteran learned and/or gained from their experience in the military and how that experience has affected them later in civilian life (no more than 500 words).
Click here for more Information
Deadline: April 1, 2023
2023 Scholarships from the Park Rapids American Legion
Scholarships Available:
2- American Legion $500.00 Scholarships, Four-year College.
1- American Legion $500.00 Scholarship, Vo-Tech College
1 – 40/8 Nursing Scholarship from the American Legion- $1,000.00 Scholarship, two or four-year college.
2- Sons of American Legion $500.00 Scholarship, Two or Four-year College.
Submit each scholarship separately.
Essay: In a 250-word essay please explain: What does the American Flag mean to you, and how do you support it?
Submit Essay, Application, Recommendation Letters, High school transcript, Letter of acceptance from your college & a List of your goals
Hand deliver to Leslie Kruft, Park Rapids American Legion Scholarship Chairperson, 17316 122nd St, Park Rapids, MN 56470 or Email to: lkruft212@yahoo.com
Deadline: Saturday April 1, 2023, 5:00 pm
CHI St. Joseph's Health Scholarships
Scholarships Available:
- CHI St. Joseph’s Health Graduating Senior Scholarship - $1,000
- CHI St. Joseph’s Health/Brian Koria Scholarship - $1,000
- CHI St. Joseph’s Health/Laurie Hohnstadt Scholarship- $1,000
Students may apply for more than one scholarship.
https://chisjh.org/foundation/scholarships/- Click here for more information
Students should fill out the application online using the Google form link provided here: https://forms.gle/YgcUUjuyZvF4DTfa7
The Scholarship Application deadline is Friday, April 7th, 2023.
DSG Education Connection Fund Scholarship- $1,250
Dakota Supply Group has established the DSG Education Connection Fund to provide scholarships for those who wish to join the trade industries.
Deadline: April 5th, 2023
Arvig - Royale B. and Eleanor M. Arvig Memorial Scholarship- $3,000
Requirements:
- The recipient must use the award to further their education in the field of math, engineering, telecommunications, accounting, computer science, or any of the physical sciences at the college of their choice.
- Applicants should exhibit qualities of good citizenship, leadership and academic ability.
Application due April 1st
Forest Riders Snowmobile Club- $1,000
Eligibility:
Park Rapids High School Senior planning to attend any post-secondary education. Will need to show your involvement with the snowmobile industry. Must be a snowmobile club member (family or individual membership) OR show proof of service work to better the snowmobile industry.
Apply here:
https://forms.gle/WTA6dhr7NCbA6FTt8
Deadline: April 1, 2023
Miles of Smiles Daycare
Miles of Smiles Daycare is looking to hire an 18 year old or older for roughly 30-35 hours a week. No weekends, no evenings
If Interested, text or call Cindy Kaumans at 1-320-333-8453
Dishwasher Job Opening at Good Life Cafe
Dishwashing is a great way to get your foot in the door and then you can explore all the other positions available in a restaurant!
If you’re hardworking and reliable, you could be a great fit for our team!
Multiple PT openings available...apply with your friends!
Details:
Winter shifts available now:
Tuesday through Friday 5PM to 9PM
Saturday 11AM - 4PM and 4PM - 10PM
(Shift start times are negotiable.)
Opportunity to increase your hours in the summer and grow into other positions!
Starting pay based on work ethic and reliability
50% employee discount on food
Two ways to apply:
1) On our website https://www.thegoodlifecafepr.com/employment
2) Stop in to fillout an application
Jack Pine Stables in Akeley - Volunteer Opportunity
Jack Pine Stables is an equestrian therapeutic riding program for people with disabilities, of all ages, working with and riding horses.
Details:
- looking for volunteers to help with riding lessons during the summer
- Beginning of June through end of August
- Help work with the riders and their horses, work directly with horses, and help with other chores around the farm
- No previous horse experience required!
If interested, contact Mikayla Magnuson at mmagnuson@parkrapids.k12.mn.us or stop by her room, 706, in the high school.
Rapid River Logging Camp
Rapid River Logging Camp is hiring for the upcoming 2023 season
- Dishwashers, age 14 and up
- Cooks, age 16 and up
- Waitress, age 16 and up
Fun summer job! No need for training! 3 months from Memorial Weekend to Labor Day. Family run business!
If interested you can find us on Facebook to apply at Rapid River Logging Camp, send a call/text to Erica @ (218) 616-0120, or email us at rapidriverloggingcamp@gmail.com
Pine Cone Lodge on Big Sand Lake
Pine Cone Lodge on Big Sand is looking for a few cabin cleaners for the summer!
- Every Friday and Saturday of the summer
- Start at around 9am till the cabins are clean.
If interested contact Bonnie Brand at (320) 491-6952 or her business email, bonnie@pineconelodge.info
Gemcraft Contracting LLC
Now Hiring:
- Carpenters
- P/T Office Assistant/Cleaner
Great pay, excellent benefits and
year-round employment!
If interested contact (701) 353-1398
For more info and an online application:
Rural Minnesota CEP Opportunities
Looking for a way to earn some cash and earn professional work experience? The Rural Minnesota Concentrated Employment Program has many job openings available for high school students!
There are also many scholarships and grants available to eligible graduating students through RMCEP!
Looking for a job? Want some free money for your schooling? Give Karla a call and ask about school funding or jobs that are hiring to see if you qualify at 218-631-7660!
For more jobs and how to apply, check out the Panther Jobs Board!
School Counselor - Miss Golish
Email: agolish@parkrapids.k12.mn.us
Website: https://www.parkrapids.k12.mn.us/domain/129
Location: 401 Huntsinger Avenue, Park Rapids, MN, USA
Phone: 2182376406