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8th Graders Experience Careers at JA Career Tech Challenge

In collaboration with Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) and presented by Miller Electric, Junior
Achievement of Wisconsin hosted the JA Technical Careers Challenge.
The event is a hands-on, real-world experience that allows teams of middle school students to work
with a business person to compete against one another as they manufacture or provide a service to
enhance skills in innovation, communication, problem solving and critical thinking.

Students could attend tracks in healthcare, welding, diesel mechanics, public safety, web design, supply
chain, and automotive and were led by FVTC instructors. Over 15 middle schools were represented
with 80 students in attendance. The afternoon wrapped up with a dinner and awards ceremony
emceed by Bill Jartz of WBAY-TV.