An Experience That Most Michigan Citizens Will Never Have

The state capitol is an amazing building.  There was a time when it was in very rough shape, but in the late 80s and early 90s, the state embarked on a restoration process that really made the capitol itself a work of art.  Please click the link to get more information on the renovation project. Michigan Capitol Renovation

One of the highlights of being a part of Youth In Government is that the delegates actually get to go on the chamber floor, sit at the desks, use the podiums and mics, and become legislators.  They discuss bills, make amendments, and vote on legislation.  Here are a few of this year's delegation on the chamber floor.  Some are in the House and some are in the Senate.

James and Jacob on the Senate Floor

                                             Kennedy in the House

 Stephanie in the House

                        Taylor in the House from the Gallery









Hannah in the Senate

Swearing In of the 2013 SHS YIG Delegation

Today is the first day of serious business.  The students, or delegates as they are called at the conference, have a long day of meeting in committees and being in session.  But, all of that can't happen until they are actually sworn in as legislators.  The Honorable Judge E. Thomas Fitzgerald swore in the delegates this morning.

First Day of Youth in Government

Though the weather made things a little dicey,  we made it to Lansing for this year's Youth In Government Spring Conference.  We contacted Representative Cotter's office before we came down. They invited us to meet Representative Cotter in his office for pizza and conversation.  This went very well.  We were very grateful for this invitation.  We want to thank Representative Kevin Cotter and his staff (Matt and Anthony) for taking the time to meet with us.

We were able to see Rep. Cotter's office and where he works when he is not in meetings or when the legislature is not in session.  We went to their conference room to enjoy the pizza and talk about current political issues. We were very privileged to be able to sit and talk with Representative Cotter in a very relaxed setting.  It was especially meaningful having a connection to Representative Cotter, as he is a Shepherd High School alumnus.

Hadn't Thought of a Career In That Field

Here is a great opportunity for students in our area.  Please see the information below about careers in manufacturing.

Attention, Parents!

Bring your Middle School and High School Students to the Manufacturing Career Expo.  Together you can discover why manufacturing is a great career choice!

When:  Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Where:  Winding Brooke Conference Centre, Shepherd, MI

Time:  3:30 – 7:00 p.m.

Why You Should Attend…

The Career Expo will give you a chance to explore some of the vast career opportunities the world of manufacturing has to offer your son or daughter.  Information regarding scholarships sponsored by the Central Michigan Manufacturer’s Association will also be available at the venue.

Did You Know…

Career opportunities abound for all kinds of jobs in the advanced manufacturing industry with dozens of job titles from robotics operator to manufacturing engineer.  There is something for everyone from hands on (machine operator) to high-tech (semiconductor engineer) to creative (design engineer) to scientist (pharmaceutical researcher).  You can work at a manufacturing plant using your hands, in an office using computers to design parts, doing research in a lab or negotiating deals in a conference room.  You can work for a large firm or a small start-up or even explore entrepreneurial opportunities.

A recent report by Deloitte for the Manufacturing Institute, based on a survey of manufacturers, found that as many as 600,000 jobs are going unfilled.