Mechanical Mentoring

All Ages, Trade

In this VR career exploration experience at Frank Miller Lumber, students have the unique opportunity to engage in a virtual interview with a seasoned lumber professional. Through this immersive session, they gain firsthand insights into the daily responsibilities and challenges faced in the lumber industry. The professional shares personal experiences and essential skills needed for success in the field, offering students a realistic view of working at a lumber yard. This educational tool is designed to help students understand the nuances of the lumber industry and consider whether a career in this field might be right for them.

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Greek Gods and Mini-Churches

Visit the Greek island, Mykonos, and learn how religious traditions impact cultural traditions.Stand inside of a micro-church and observe its unique features.Learn how micro-churches function and why they’re so numerous on this small island.Visit Athens, Greece as you...

Frank Miller Lumber CEO

In this VR career exploration experience at Frank Miller Lumber, students have the unique opportunity to engage in a virtual interview with a seasoned lumber professional. They will gain insights into the day-to-day operations of a lumber yard, understand the skills...

Sawyer

In this VR career exploration experience at Frank Miller Lumber, students have the opportunity to engage in a virtual interview with a seasoned sawyer. They will learn about the daily responsibilities and skills required to operate large saws and manage timber...

The Velvet Revolution

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In the VR career exploration experience for a CT Scan Technician at Reid Health, students have the opportunity to engage in a virtual interview with a seasoned professional in the field. Through this immersive experience, they learn about the day-to-day...

Hoover Dam And Las Vegas

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Arapaho, Ute, & The Trail Of Tears

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Sanitation at Sugar Creek

In the VR career exploration experience at Sugar Creek's food processing plant, students have the opportunity to engage in a virtual interview with a sanitation professional. This immersive session provides a realistic insight into the daily responsibilities and...

Pharmacist

In this VR career exploration experience with a pharmacist at Reid Health, students have the opportunity to engage in a virtual interview with a seasoned pharmacy professional. Through this immersive experience, they learn about the daily responsibilities, challenges,...

Emergency Room Nurse

In this VR career exploration experience with an Emergency Room Nurse at Reid Health, educators and students are invited to step into the fast-paced world of emergency medicine through a detailed interview with a seasoned ER nurse. The experience provides a realistic...