To those with students who will be 7th and 8th graders next school year,
Middle school is an amazing time for students to learn about themselves and start thinking about
their future. That’s why Our Dakota Dreams, a partnership between the South Dakota Department of Education and the South Dakota Board of Regents, is sponsoring free Career Exploration Camps for students who will be entering 7th and 8th grade in the 2024–2025 school year.
With nine camps being held at universities across the state, these multi-day sessions help students explore at least ten different career paths through hands-on activities led by college faculty members and with the guidance of counselors. Potential careers including everything from health care and engineering to marketing, finance and aviation.
Each free summer Career Exploration Camp includes:
Five full days on a college campus
Free on-campus housing for four nights
Field trips and business tours
Experiential activities, lessons and classroom discussion
Evening social activities to meet new friends
Transportation
All snacks, meals and drinks
By the end of camp, students will have a better idea of their interests, potential career paths and how their education can help get them there. Space is limited for these free camps, so visit ourdakotadreams.com/elementary-middle-school/career-exploration-summer-camps/ today to see dates, view campus locations, and apply to attend by March 31.
