During showcases, students will learn more about themselves, research local options, engage with local businesses, and create strategic plans to reach their professional goals.

1.  Build trusting relationships with schools, students, businesses, and communities

2.  Encourage young people to remain in our rural area or facilitate their return to Western Kansas

3.  Develop a workforce responsive to the needs of rural area industries

4.  Collaborate with rural area business/industry and professional educators to provide support and interaction via job shadowing, internships, and 

       apprenticeships

5.  Teach and expect leadership, teamwork, accountability, and essential skills at our showcases