Region 5W - Wahpeton

Monday, May 19, 2025

 

NORTH DAKOTA STATE COLLEGE of SCIENCE

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Registration Opens

Friday, March 28, 2025

Registration Closes

Friday, May 2, 2025

Class List and Descriptions

Classes subject to change as we continue to add classes. Class selections are on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

Class A: Pharmacy Technician Exploration

Explore and learn about various pharmacy technician tasks and duties. Limit 24 Students. (24)

Class B: Breaking Through Traditional Roles - A NEW Challenge!

4eeding a growing world is one of the most vital future needs for all of us! In this session, students will have fun “breaking out” of lock boxes (similar to an escape room) while learning about many career paths that are available to them and how these jobs relate to agriculture and feeding the world. Come and be challenged! Limit 24 Students. (24)

Class C: Career Paths in Aviation

STEAM a tool to foster entrepreneurship, problem solving, using critical thinking, and career paths to Aviation. (24)

Class D: DIY Breadboard Circuits

Come learn and explore circuit builds and the basics of electricity flow through circuits. In this session we will familiarize students with circuitry components like photoresistors, push buttons, batteries, LED’s, capacitors, and breadboards. Each build increases in complexity, and all compenents are reusable so that builds may be disassembled and recreated! Limit 16 Students. (24) 

Class E: Electric Motors & Electric Circuits

Electrial Motors. For this class we will use two 20-minute sessions to explain how electric motors work and each student will build a simple electric motor that they can take home with them. Each student will build a motor kit, and then run the motor using a battery to learn how electricty make a motor turn. Grades 5 and above. Limit 10 Students.

Electrial Circuits. A 20 Minute session where we will explain how an electric circuit works to turn on a light. Students will build a simple circuit they can take home. The project will have a battery, a switch, and a lamp they will connect with wire and be able to turn the light on and off. Grades 5 and above. Limit 10 Students. (24)

 

Class F: Overview of Being a Fire Fighter

Discussion, question and answers. Chance to spray water. (24)

Class G: Experiments with Electricity

We will be using snap circuits and teaching kids about conductive materials and insulators along with Mechanical Energy and Electrical Energy. (24)

Class H: Young Workers - Talking Safety

Let’s talk about safety for young workers. Your first real job could come with real risks. Limit 24 Students. (23)

Class I: Power UP! Exploring Energy and Future Careers

Explore various forms of energy and methods used in ND to generate electricity and other power sources. Includes hands-on activities to experience firsthand how energy is transformed and used. Limit 24 Students. (24)

Class J: Discover Japan in North Dakota

Provide students with an opportunity to experience unique Japanese culture. Limit 16 Students. (24)

Class L: Lessons About Money

The more you know about how to make money, how to save money, and how to spend money, the less likely it is that you will have money problems as an adult. Do you know people who never seem to have enough money? If you don’t want to live that way, listen up. We have some good information to share with you today. (24)

Class M: Building a Window with Marvin

Get ready to dive into the world of engineering and manufacturing! Students will be inspired by videos showcasing the fun and importance of manufacturing engineering. They will wrap up the class by taking on the exciting challenge of building a window. Limit 16 Students. (24)

Class N: Career View

This class will allow the students to view careers in a first hand view. Using career experiences, students will get to see what their selected career does on a daily basis. Limited to 16 Students. (24)

Class O: Operation LifeSaver/Railroad Safety

Railroad Safety, trespass prevention, and how to report emergencies that occur while on or near railroad property. (24)

Class P: Land Surveying and Mapping

A look inside the profession of Land Surveying and how we, as Professional Land Surveyors, help build the world around us by using technology such as Laser Scanners, Robots, GPS and Drones. (24)

Class Q: Keeping Us Safe

Hands on handcuffing, fingerprinting and online safety.  (24)

Class R: Diesel Technology Intro to Operation

We will have several stations set up for students to see and operate some equipment, with expert supervision of course. Tractor driving, Excavator basketball, etc. (24)

Class T: Who Wants to be a Nurse?

We will have a variety of activities for students to participate in reflex checks, ear checks, hearing tests, lung sounds, oxygen and breathing. Limited to 16 Students. (24)

Class U: Worldwide Animal Conservation

Explore the world of conservation with Chahinkapa Zoo professionals.  Meet live animal guests! (3)

Class V: A Wildcat Scavenger Hunt!

How well do you know the NDSCS Campus? Test your speed and knowledge. (24)

Class W: Introduction to Robotics!

This hands-on experience will introduce the student to the world of robotics and how they are used in various industries. Students will also have the opportunity to operate an industrial robot to pick up objects in their workspace. Limit 16 Students. (24)

Class X: Explore Your Senses

Our senses….sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing connect our minds with the world around us. There are many situations throughout the day to provide opportunities for stimulation. You’ll engage in fun, structured, hands-on activities that stimulate both sensory and motor skill development. Come and excite your senses! Limit 20 Students. (24)

Class Y: Do you have "Teasure" hiding in your Trash

Let’s sort through some “trash” and see if you can pull out all of the recyclable materials! This is a fun and engaging session where students will become informed on how they can help the environment by recycling. Participants will learn about recycling, composting, and ways to reuse items. (24)

Class Z: Does Money Grow on Trees?

Wood, paper, heating, buildings, musical instruments, crafts, toys, nuts, fruits, and even mushrooms! “Wood” you believe it all comes from a tree? Many jobs reply on forestry, even in ND, and selling “specialty forest products” could be an opportunity to start your own business to earn extra money. (24)

Class AA: Farm Crops and Safety

Learn how different crops are used on a daily basis. Learn farm safety facts. (24)

Class CC: Who wants to be a Dental Assistant or Dental Hygienist

This class will include a hands-on demo of several dental office procedures that dental assistants or dental hygienists do. What does an intra-oral camera look like and how is it used? What happens when you get x-rays in a dental office? What is infection control and how important is hand washing? How can I keep my teeth strong and healthy? Limit 32 Students. (24)

Class DD: Law Enforcement Basics

Two Uniformed Sheriff’s Deputies will display Law Enforcement Equipment & Tools including: Marked Police Vehicles with Emergency Lights, Sirens, Police Radio, Transport Cages, Rescue Gear and a variety of other Law Enforcement Gear. Presenters will have a Drone Demonstration, talk about Law Enforcement Duties, K-9 Nemo and answer general questions about Law Enforcement. Limit 60 Students. (24)

Class EE: All About Water Rescue

Richland County Water Rescue provides information on services provided, team structure, and equipment used. A variety of water rescue equipment will be displayed including boats, dive gear, command post, ice rescue sled and more. (24)

Getting Registered

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Project Reimbursement Form – SCHOOL

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Project Reimbursement Form  & Form W-9 – TEACHER

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Wahpeton Class Descriptions

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Advisory Leadership Team

Janet Bell

Co-Chair

Valerie Erickson

Co-Chair

Chris DeVries

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Sandi Gilbertson

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Brenda Korinek

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Heather Nelson

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Cassie Orth

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Katie Rauber

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Kathy Schuster

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Heather Weber

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Past Wahpeton Education Day Guides
2018 Education Day Guide
2017 Wahpeton Education Day Guide
2016 Wahpeton Education Day Guide
2014 Wahpeton Education Day Guide