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Dr. Jerrit Tomlinson of the Excelsior Springs School District invited those in attendance to attend the upcoming “A Night with the Band” on April 4 at the Montgomery Event Venue and support the Tiger Pride Band. He then gave an update on the construction of the new Lewis Elementary School. “We conducted a walk-through yestereday and are ahead of schedule and under budget,” said Jerrit. “January of 2025, students will move in.” He then introduced Career Center Director Ben Rubey to speak.
“We offer 11 programs at the Excelsior Springs Area Career Center and to students in Excelsior Springs and other communities, including North Kansas City, Liberty, Lawson, Orrick, Kearney, and Richmond,” said Ben. Career and Technical Education (CTE) engages students in active learning that promotes technical skills, rigorous academics, and employability skills.
Ben said that there are multiple points of data used in deciding what courses are offered. “Our classes are well thought out to address local needs,” said Ben. “Technical school is a great opportunity to get a head start on a career.” CTE students graduate high school with a solid foundation for a succesful transition into post-secondary careers and/or college.
Ben said there are multiple ways that a business member can be involved. There are advisory boards that the public can serve on. Also, fall mock-interviews are a great way to be involved and, perhaps, find potential workers.
Ben also talked about the Career Center’s Adult Education programming that provides an opportunity for persons to take a class or teach a class.
For more information, contact Ben Rubey, Director, ESACC, at 816-630-9240 or send an email. The Career Center is located on the High School Campus at 614 Tiger Drive.
