Classroom Career Chats with OPTIMISE!

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OPTIMISE has met with over 450 high school students from across the state through CTE, Teacher Academy, LINKS/Peer to Peer, Teacher Cadet, and Teachers of Tomorrow programs, introducing them to 12+ amazing Michigan Special Education professions.

OPTIMISE 30-min. Career Chats Include:

  • How to Start a Career in Special Education
  • YouTube Videos featuring Michigan Professionals
  • Great Jobs to View on Job Portal
  • College Programs & Resources
  • Funding Options: Grants & Scholarships
  • Q&As
  • Kahoot! Quiz with a Prize Winner

As a Thank You to the Class, OPTIMISE sends the class cool swag!

Zoom calls are scheduled according to the class schedule to avoid interfering with class lessons.

"These Career Chats align with our strategic plan by connecting classroom learning to real-world applications, fostering collaboration with community partners, and helping students envision pathways to meaningful careers."

Scott Koenigsknecht
Superintendent, Clinton County RESA

"The Career Chat was fun, informative, and really captured my students’ attention. It sparked interest for some to further explore careers in special education."

Pepper Near
CTE Instructor, Clinton County RESA

"The OPTIMISE Classroom Career Chat really engaged my students and encouraged them to look into careers in special education."

Chelsea Berg
Teachers of Tomorrow Instructor, H.H. Dow High School

OPTIMISE has met with these Schools, ISDs, and RESAs:

Muskegon Area ISD logo
Clinton County RESA Logo
Kalamazoo RESA Logo
Delta-Schoolcraft ISD Logo
Muskegon High School Logo
H.H. Dow High School Logo
Montcalm Area ISD & Career Center Logo
Gogebic-Ontonagon ISD Logo
Wexford-Missaukee ISD Logo
Midland High School Logo
Allegan Area ESA Logo
St. Joseph High School logo
Bay Area ISD
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