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 effectively. The sawyer shares personal insights on the challenges and rewards of working in the lumber industry, providing a realistic view of the job’s physical and technical demands. This immersive experience not only highlights the importance of safety and precision in lumber processing but also underscores the critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for success in this field.
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Procurement at Sugar Creek
In the VR career exploration experience at Sugar Creek Food Processing Plant, students have the opportunity to engage in a virtual interview with a seasoned food processing professional. This immersive session provides a realistic glimpse into the daily...

The Life of Davy Crockett: Part 1 & 2
Walk around Davy Crockett’s homestead in Tennessee as you hear about his family and childhood struggles. Learn about Crockett’s relationship with the Tensaw Creek and the Redstick Creek tribes. Understand how Crockett got involved with General Jackson’s army,...

Arapaho, Ute, & The Trail Of Tears
-Explore Colorado & Utah while learning about the areas where these native tribes thrived.-Learn about Chief Little Raven, Chief Ouray, and Chipeta and the many accomplishments through their leadership.-Understand how the Spanish influenced changes to their tribal...

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
In this VR career exploration experience for an EMT at Reid Health, students have the opportunity to engage in a realistic and informative interview with a seasoned emergency medical technician. Through this immersive session, participants gain a firsthand...

The Grand Canyon & The Petrified Forest
Understand how and when the Grand Canyon was formed.Learn about various Native American tribes who have inhabited the area over different periods of time.Comprehend John Powell’s and President Teddy Roosevelt’s contributions to the preservation of the canyon.See the...

Maintenance at Sugar Creek
In the VR career exploration experience at Sugar Creek Food Processing Plant, students have the opportunity to engage in a virtual dialogue with a seasoned food processing professional. Through this immersive interview, they gain insights into the daily...

Lumber Grader
In this VR career exploration experience at Frank Miller Lumber, students have the opportunity to engage in a virtual interview with a professional lumber grader. Through this immersive session, they learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and the skills required...

Abraham Lincoln and Vicksburg
Visit the town of Hodgenville, KY, where Lincoln was born and stand outside of his childhood cabin.Stand in Lincoln’s front yard in Springfield, IL, where he lived until he moved into the White House.Learn about the Lincoln-Douglas Presidential debates and the...

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...