Schools bring students to Hendricks CareerTek to learn all about the many different career pathways throughout construction. Throughout the process, students learn the skills needed to build a house from the ground up. Students will experience all facets of construction including concrete, carpentry, roofing, framing, plumbing, electrical, and interior/exterior finishing work.
Here, students get to level up their resume and soft skills in a fun mock interview experience with real local professionals! They’ll practice essential skills like dressing to impress, mastering that perfect handshake, and nailing body language and eye contact—all in a friendly, supportive environment. To wrap it all up, they’ll even send handwritten thank-you notes to their interviewers, making a lasting impression. It’s a fantastic way to gain confidence and get ready for the real deal!
CNA classes are for students who have been awarded the CareerTek CNA scholarship. Students meet at CareerTek classroom and healthcare lab for 90 hours of instruction, plus 24 hours of practicing their skills in a clinical setting. They learn critical topics like patient safety, ambulation, and personal care, as well as proficiency in personal protection care. By the end of the course, students are prepared to make a real difference in the lives of those they care for and take the next step toward a fulfilling healthcare career.
Turtle Tek is dedicated to growing FIRST in the Wisconsin-Illinois Stateline area. They do this by Teaching Engineering to Kids. Turtle Tek is a team that was founded in 2022. They are based in Beloit, WI and are made up of 8 team members from two states, many schools and at an age range of 8th-12th grade. Their team mission is to help grow FIRST on all levels in their area as they are the only FIRST Tech Challenge team on the Stateline.
