Allis Roller Education Center
Bernie McCarthy
Maria Gharabawy
Ann Widen
The Class of 2024 student speeches share stories of gratitude for mentors, instructors, and others who have helped them along their journey. Click this icon “▶️” next to the students’ names to hear their stories.
Colby ▶️
Komatsu
"What I have learned at work is how to interact with people and work with a team."
Kellen ▶️
Allis-Roller
"I think the most important lesson I learned from the business world is that criticism is your best friend and that feedback is how you will learn and excel at what you are doing."
Dale ▶️
Pindel Global Precision
"I learned on the work side, that if you work hard, keep your head down, and don't let tough challenges get to your head, you'll be alright."
Jacob ▶️
Complex Security Solutions
"I learned through GPS Ed that school requires as much professionalism as the workplace."
Ethan ▶️
Avidity Science
"Through my work placement, I learned about the importance of PPE and that you have to take your time and not rush so you don't make mistakes."
Bret ▶️
Wenthe Davidson
"I've been able to meet and become friends with people that I never would have talked to at my home high school."
Nathan ▶️
Gustave A. Larson Company
"Through my work experience, I have gained a broad range of experience with CNC robots as well as various hand tools. Even more importantly, I have developed a good habit of completing tasks within a good time frame."
Joseph ▶️
Boucher Automotive
"The businesses I worked with at GPS Ed were amazing. I was always treated like family and always addressed respectfully, not because of my age but because of my work ethic."
Samih ▶️
Boucher Automotive
"My mentors have prepared me for success by making sure when I work my job, I am ready for whatever task is assigned to me."
Javier ▶️
Microprecision
"My mentors have taught me more than I ever expected to learn. I've been given great academic advice and also learned the ins and outs of being a maintenance technician."
Hailey ▶️
Weldall
"My biggest achievement by far was passing both of my weld tests at work on the first try."
Elliot ▶️
MPE - Racine
"I am most proud of being a certified inspector at my job placement because initially I struggled with reading complex blueprints efficiently. I struggled with blueprints until I used them in my job and saw it in person."
Aristide ▶️
International Autos
"Through my experiences in GPS Ed, I've grown to be so much more confident in my work and in school."
Austin ▶️
Weldall
"I've learned that the best leaders and engineers need on-the-floor experience to succeed."
