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December 1–18, 2026
The CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION Department is pleased to announce that applications are now open for our December Career and Technical Education (CTE) high school Intensives, scheduled for December 1–18, 2026, at the Qatqiññiaġvik Learning Center (QLC) in Utqiaġvik.
The CTE program is excited to offer another round of hands-on learning opportunities designed to introduce students to career pathways, develop practical workforce skills, and provide meaningful experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.
December CTE Intensive Offerings
Construction Trades – Tiny Home Project Students will continue working on our Tiny Home Project, gaining hands-on experience in residential construction. This intensive focuses on construction techniques, measuring, framing, tool safety, teamwork, and problem-solving. Students will apply their skills to a real-world project while exploring career opportunities in the construction industry.
Welding Students will receive hands-on instruction in welding fundamentals, shop safety, equipment operation, and welding techniques. This intensive emphasizes industry standards and provides opportunities for students to work toward applicable NCCER welding certification modules.
Introduction to Healthcare and Introduction to Behavioral Healthcare In collaboration with Alaska Area Health Education Centers (AHEC), these courses will introduce students to careers in healthcare and behavioral health services. Students will explore healthcare professions, patient care fundamentals, communication, mental health awareness, and the importance of supporting the physical and emotional well-being of individuals and communities. These courses help students discover meaningful career pathways that address important workforce needs throughout Alaska and the North Slope.
Creative Technologies – AI, Coding and 3D Printing Students will explore emerging technologies through hands-on activities involving artificial intelligence, coding, and 3D printing. They will develop creative solutions, practice problem-solving, and learn how technology is applied in various industries. This intensive introduces students to potential career pathways in computer science, engineering, digital design, and technology.
How to Apply
Applications are available online through our CTE application process.
Application Link: https://forms.gle/Nq9VVr5A5wMgcQpA8
Please assist interested students with the following steps:
Open the application link provided above.
Complete the online application, ensuring that all requested student information is accurate.
Select the December intensive course the student is interested in attending.
Review the application for completeness and submit it electronically.
Watch for notification regarding acceptance and any additional paperwork required for participation.
Please remind students that submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Space is limited, and students will be notified once the selection process has been completed.
Supporting Student Opportunities
Our goal is to provide students from across the North Slope Borough School District with meaningful opportunities to explore career interests, develop employability skills, earn applicable industry-recognized credentials, and gain practical experience that prepares them for future education, training, and employment.
These intensives are an important part of our continued effort to expand CTE opportunities throughout the district and connect students with career pathways relevant to our communities and the workforce needs of the North Slope.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our CTE programs. I look forward to welcoming another group of students to QLC this December.
Greetings: Because of several safety and tobacco violations during the high school/secondary open gym at night, grades 7-12 open gym is closed until 20 November. Adult community members (those not enrolled at Tikigaq School) may still attend. Elementary open gym will run as normal.
For the adult open gym this week, there will be numerous guests visiting Point Hope that are sleeping in the new gym, so outside of weightlifting, all activities will need to be in the old gym.
