Pipelines of Opportunity: Building Careers in Trades

Meet Dr. Lowery: Leading HSD’s Next Chapter

Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Lowery joins Harrisburg 41-2: The Podcast to share what drew her to HSD, what she’s learned in her first months on the job, and how the district is preparing for its next chapter. She talks about growth, community, teamwork, and the people who make Harrisburg what it is.

Vital Signs of Success: The Pulse on Healthcare Internships

In this episode, we highlight the impactful journey of high school and college students through internships at Sanford Health. It features discussions with Nick Tshudy (HHS '21), a nursing student and former high school intern, and Allison Hutchinson, a senior career development consultant at Sanford Health, showcasing the value and transformative power of internships in healthcare.

Pipelines of Opportunity: Building Careers in Trades

In this episode, we explore apprenticeships and internships in skilled trades, focusing on the experiences of individuals like Christian Heerde, a high school graduate, and Cody Schroeder from Midwestern Mechanical. They explore the structure, benefits, and personal growth opportunities within apprenticeships, emphasizing hands-on learning, earning while learning, and the significant impact skilled trades have on communities.

Roots of Success: From Dental Intern to Professional

This episode from the "Harrisburg 412" series, features Kaylee Hilliard, a dental assistant at Neighborhood Dental in Harrisburg, discussing her path from a high school internship to a professional career in dentistry. Kaylee shares insights into the internship's impact, her decision-making process regarding her career in dentistry, and the opportunities that arose from her eagerness to learn and adapt in a professional setting. Kaylee graduated from Harrisburg High School in 2021. Sarah Heitzler, office manager at Neighborhood Dental also offers her insights into her  pivotal internship experience, and her career development, highlighting the supportive learning environment and opportunities for growth within the field.

A Taste of Success: Stories from Harrisburg's Culinary Alumni

This episode explores Harrisburg's Culinary Arts program, its impact on students, and their transitions into post-secondary culinary education. The episode includes insights from culinary arts instructor Mrs. Deb Rombough and stories from former students, Alex Clark and Lexi Rausch, about their experiences in culinary school after graduating from Harrisburg.