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The Cream of the Crop

assignments, the vast and other parts of the country. A number of
majority includes students have gone directly to skilled employ- Want to know how
specific training and ment positions after high school, but most they did it? Read DREAM BIG. HAVE FUN.
A look inside an established Student Run Business
hands-on applica- choose to go on to post-secondary education the book! Seriously! Learn how to start a
STUDENT RUN
BUSINESS
in
tion of lessons each through technical college or the university YOUR DISTRICT!
day. Guest speakers, system. DREAM BIG.
demonstrations, and In-school programs such as Cardinal HAVE FUN.
field trips take place Manufacturing serve as a grassroots economic A look inside an
during class time development effort. Not only do these programs established Student of the Eleva-Strum School District in Wisconsin.
Learn about CARDINAL MANUFACTURING
throughout the year. expose students to career opportunities in manu- Run Business
Students learn about facturing and teach students soft skills for future This book is designed to give you
the operations of the employment, but they also work toward chang- encouragement to get started or inspi-
business through ing the attitudes of counselors and parents to be ration to take the next steps to grow
active participation. more open to the idea of encouraging students and enhance a student run business in
Students must to look at manufacturing careers. Students get your school – and it’s free!
apply to be part hands on opportunities to try out these roles To download the book, go to
of this program before making an expensive decision in choos- https://www.cardinalmanufacturing.
and manufacturing ing a post-secondary program. In other words, org/gallery/print-materials
Cardinal Manufacturing began in the Eleva- employees will have successfully com- kids get the chance to try welding, machining,
Strum School District during the 2007-2008 pleted both Metal Working I and II. The construction, production management, account-
academic year when instructor, Craig Cegielski, application process includes creating and ing, office management, and marketing prior Workshops:
approached the School Board about the potential submitting a resume, project portfolio, and to committing to a major or area of study. The Many teachers and administrators
of pursuing an in-school manufacturing business a letter of recommendation. services provided through the program are contact Cardinal Manufacturing each year to
similar to one he started in his prior position in The class consists of primarily seniors worthwhile and valuable to the customers who learn how to create a program like it in their
the school district of Antigo, WI. and takes place during the last two class pay for the service. districts. Workshops are scheduled based on
The school board approved and since that periods of the day. All employees participate Over 18 years, Cardinal Manufacturing demand and requests, so please inquire if you
time Cardinal Manufacturing has gone from in the same class at the same time of the day. has developed a history and identity in our don’t see a date that will work for you.
its infant stages to a company with signifi- The work completed includes their job duties community, district, and with students. Our For more information or to register
cant annual sales and national notoriety. The in the Cardinal Manufacturing business as current student employees have never known https://www.cardinalmanufacturing.org/for-
growth of the program has attracted national well as classroom assignments which include school without Cardinal Manufacturing in schools/workshop-registration
and international attention and Cardinal Man- research and reporting projects. Students it. This strong history has helped us build www.cardinalmanufacturing.org
ufacturing has attended national tradeshows receive grades and credits for participating in a culture of achievement and respect for the
and hosted celebrity guests. the class. program and within the program. Students
Cardinal Manufacturing is a class in which Cardinal Manufacturing has served hun- arrive each day ready to uphold high behavior
students earn credits toward graduation. While dreds of customers from private individuals standards, learn, and serve others. esschools.k12.wi.us
the class includes some lecture and written to clients throughout the state of Wisconsin

Osseo-Fairchild Technical Education Center

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and expand training opportunities. These
efforts enhance career readiness, strengthen
local industries, and create a sustainable talent
pipeline.
A Regional Workforce Solution
The opening of the Osseo-Fairchild Tech-
nical Education Center marks a significant
milestone for the school district and regional
economy. With a strong focus on industry
partnerships, career readiness, and lifelong
learning, the center ensures that students and
workers have the skills necessary to succeed
in high-demand fields.
By combining hands-on learning, tech-
nical training, and professional development,
Osseo-Fairchild is helping to shape the next The Osseo-Fairchild Technical Edu- We’re excited to bring this state-
generation of skilled tradespeople, engineers, cation Building just took another big step of-the-art machine into our curriculum,
and technicians—ensuring a bright future for forward in growing our already impres- expanding opportunities for students and
use the facility for specialized training in sive Machining Program! preparing them with hands-on skills for
welding, machining, automation, and safety, students and the local economy. Thanks to a Fast Forward Grant, high-demand careers.
ensuring their workforce remains competitive. written by Mr. Halvorson, and in partnership
The center has already received a $1.1 with local industry, our program has been
million Workforce Development Grant, allow- www.ofsd.k12.wi.us awarded funding to purchase a CNC Lathe.
ing it to invest in state-of-the-art equipment