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Park and Learn: Kara Marlin Leads the Way with Non-Traditional Academy
St. Louis Park Public SchoolsTuesday, April 22, 2025
Watch on original sourceNon-Traditional Academy (NTA) program curriculum
Soft skills development for professional environments
Mock job interview preparation and feedback
Vocational training and exposure to trade schools
Student-centered learning and program investment
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Notable Quotes (3)
Negotiation is a really powerful leadership skill.
Curriculum goalsExplaining the importance of soft skills in professional development.
The colleges they take us to, trade schools, electricians, stuff like that. I think that's very helpful for for me.
Vocational trainingReflecting on career exposure provided by the school.
When students feel like, 'I'm invested in this. I was part of making this.' They're that much more excited to learn.
PedagogyExplaining the philosophy of student-led curriculum.
People (2)
Unidentified EducatorNTA Program InstructorOversees student soft-skills development and mock interviews.
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Oversees student soft-skills development and mock interviews.
“I really fell in love with seeing people, seeing kids especially light up when they like learn something new.”
Discussing the motivations behind teaching in the non-traditional academy.
Unidentified StudentNTA StudentBeneficiary of the NTA program and vocational exposure.
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Beneficiary of the NTA program and vocational exposure.
“I was not expecting it at all. And I I would for sure recommend this class to everyone.”
Sharing personal experience with the academy's diverse opportunities.
Events & Meetings (2)
- Culminating mock job interview event
- Instructional feedback sessions scheduled for tomorrow and Monday