New North Regional Career Pathways

New North Regional Career Pathway Newsletter

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Regional Career Pathways

Across Wisconsin, Regional Career Pathways are helping students connect what they learn in the classroom to the real-world skills employers need and, in the process, they're changing the very definition of the public-school experience.

Whether a student dreams of becoming an engineer, teacher, healthcare professional, or skilled tradesperson, pathways help them build those skills early through coursework dual-credit classes, and hands-on experiences like Youth Apprenticeships and earning industry recognized certifications.

Regional students are gaining hands-on experience in the finance industry through work-based learning opportunities right here in the New North. From accounting and banking to insurance services, students are building practical skills in one of the economy's growing sectors all while developing the communication, technical, and math abilities employers value most.

Reach out to learn how your business can play a role in shaping the next generation of finance professionals.

Learn more: WI Dept. of Workforce Development | Finance Occupational Program

Help Build the Future Workforce in the New North

New North Regional Career Pathways is creating a centralized employer database to better connect businesses with educators, workforce, and community partners.

By completing the Employer Information Request Form, your business helps strengthen regional talent pipelines, increase collaboration, and ensure employer-led activities—such as career awareness, work-based learning, and student engagement—are visible and aligned across the region.

The form is quick to complete and helps partners better leverage resources while reducing duplication.

Complete the Employer Information Request Form and get engaged in shaping the future workforce of the New North.

Connecting Employers to Tomorrow's Workforce -- Today

Career Pathway in Focus:

Business, Finance, and Marketing Edition

Meet Allie Brehmer, a Youth Apprentice from Oconto Falls High School, who is learning the art of professionalism and customer service through her placement at N.E.W. Credit Union. As part of the Banking Pathway, Allie is gaining valuable experience in financial transactions, member relations, and the everyday operations that keep a financial institution running smoothly.

From processing transactions to building positive relationships with members, Allie’s confidence and communication skills have grown tremendously through hands-on experience. Her supervisors describe her as motivated, reliable, and always eager to learn — a reflection of the character and work ethic that Youth Apprenticeship helps nurture in students across Wisconsin.

The Business, Finance, and Marketing Pathway gives students like Allie a head start in understanding the importance of trust, accuracy, and service in the financial world. By connecting classroom lessons in math, communication, and technology to real-world applications, she’s discovering how education and career readiness truly intersect.

For N.E.W. Credit Union, partnering with the Youth Apprenticeship program is an investment in the future of local talent — developing young professionals who will one day lead in Wisconsin’s growing financial sector.

Stories of Impact

Random Lake High School's

Youth Apprenticeship program sees explosive growth

RANDOM LAKE, Wis. — Audrey Williamson doesn't have a typical school schedule. While most students are in class, she's running the Random Lake Cafe under her high school's Youth Apprenticeship program.

"Classes in the afternoon, and in the morning, I work here," Williamson said.

The Random Lake High School senior is one of many students participating in the Youth Apprenticeship, or YA, program that allows students to do paid work for school credits several days a week.

"I want to go to college for business, so I think that learning how to work inside of a business rather than just managing it is giving me that actual experience," Williamson said.

The program provides hands-on experience at over 35 participating local businesses and companies. Career paths include hospitality, business management, logistics, healthcare and many others.

Read the full TMJ4 story here...

Pathways in Action

Learn more about what goes into a career pathway and the important role they play in developing and retaining our region's future talent. Video credit: Dean Leisgang, CESA 8.

Learn More about the importance of Career Pathways

Get involved - Connect now with your local Career and Technical Ed Coordinator!

Wisconsin Pathways Academic and Career Planning School Directory

Financial Services:

A Cornerstone Industry Investing in

Tomorrow's Talent

Banking and financial institutions play a vital role in the New North economy, serving as the backbone that supports business growth, entrepreneurship, housing development, and community investment across Northeast Wisconsin.

From financing expansions for manufacturers and small businesses to supporting families through homeownership and financial wellness, these institutions help ensure the region’s economic stability and long‑term competitiveness.

Equally important is the industry’s growing role in developing the next generation of talent. As financial services evolve through digital tools, data analytics, cybersecurity, and customer‑focused innovation, the need for a skilled and diverse workforce continues to grow. Local banks and credit unions are stepping up by engaging with K‑12 students through career‑based and work‑based learning experiences, including classroom presentations, job shadows, internships, youth apprenticeships, and financial literacy programming.

These early exposure opportunities help students see clear, local career pathways while building essential skills in problem‑solving, technology, and professional communication. By investing in young talent today, banking and financial institutions are not only strengthening their own workforce pipelines—but also contributing to a resilient, future‑ready New North region.

Acuity Hosts Record-Setting Junior Achievement Titan Business Challenge

Acuity recently hosted the Junior Achievement of Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Titan Business Challenge, engaging local students in a hands-on, career-based learning experience designed to build real-world business and financial decision-making skills.

The event set a new state record with 59 teams participating—the largest JA Titan Business Challenge ever held in Wisconsin. Students took on the role of business leaders, gaining practical experience in teamwork, problem-solving, and strategic thinking that mirrors today’s workplace demands.

Through its partnership with Junior Achievement of Wisconsin and support from community sponsors, the event highlighted the importance of early, experiential learning opportunities that help prepare the region’s future workforce.

Employers can engage in Work-Based learning by offering internships, apprenticeships, or co-op programs that provide students with hands-on experience in their industry. They can collaborate with local schools to create mentorship opportunities, allowing professionals to guide students in development both technical and soft skills. Additionally, employers can participate in career fairs, workplace tours, or job-shadowing events to introduce students to potential career paths and industry expectations.

Learn more and connect today!

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