In our Fast Track Session, you’ll work closely with Moraine Park Technical College instructors to develop a personalized plan for completing your HSED. This accelerated program is designed to help you reach your educational goals quickly, setting you up for success in the workforce or further education.

Eligibility:

• Must be at least 18 ½ years old, or
• Your high school class has already graduated.

Dates:

• Tuesday, January 28 2025; 5:30pm-9:00pm
• Thursday, January 30 2025; 5:30pm-9:00pm
• Tuesday, February 4 2025; 5:30pm-9:00pm
• Thursday, February 6 2025; 5:30pm-9:00pm

Registration Deadline: January 20th, 2025
Location: MPTC West Bend Campus, Room W137 (Student Success Center); enter door W-1

Questions and Registration:

Call 262-335-5783 with any questions. Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DL_fCTpc2ES_wbybIKsqtZVmieyth7FIkazofXWtGvBUNkxaRzg2UE05R1FUR0g1QUhOMlo5SDAxWS4u

We are looking forward to working with you to earn your HSED!

*Time to complete HSED varies per student depending on previously earned high school credits, past HSED work, and individual skill levels. Students needing more time to complete the HSED will develop an individual plan prior to the completion of the fast track sessions.

Author: Matthew Kelly, MPTC Cybersecurity Program Instructor; Source: MPTC Today.

It is that time of year again, when the days get shorter, and our thoughts lead to holiday cheer with friends and family.  The other specter of the holiday season is shopping for gifts and with less time this year to shop, many individuals will turn to online shopping.  Whether that is Black Friday or Cyber Monday, people around the area will begin the hunt online.  Here are a few things to keep in mind as you shop this holiday.

1. Text and Email Scams

If you receive a text or email that states your package is being held and you need to click the link verify, don’t.  These are examples of phishing messages, if you are concerned do not click the link, but rather validate with the online store or carrier directly.

2. Fake QR Codes

Be aware of fake QR codes taking you to malicious websites, as consumers become more savvy in identifying phishing messages like those seen in the tip above, the next generation will use QR codes since it is more difficult to identify a malicious QR code visually.

3. Fake Digital Ads

Be aware of web and social media ads that click through to websites– these can sometimes be fake.  Always go to the website directly, you are in control of where you go online and should not be directed by an advertisement.

4. Fake Sites or Sellers

Many fake sites or sellers will use images from other sources to appear legitimate. This why even on Amazon or Etsy, you will see the same image used by multiple companies.

5. Website Validation

If you don’t trust a website, don’t shop there or at least check the validity of a website from reviews (like Trustpilot) and hallmarks of a business-like address and contact information.

6. Encrypted Website

Ensure that your browser is using an encrypted website, seen with a closed padlock and HTTPS at the start of the website’s address.

7. Credit Cards

Always use a credit card for online shopping.  They offer much greater fraud protection than a debit card.

 I hope these tips offer a safer online experience for everyone during the holidays.  Wishing you a safe and wonderful holiday season from the Moraine Park Technical College IT Departments.

About the author, Matthew Kelly, MPTC Cybersecurity Program Instructor:

Matthew Kelly is an experienced educator, IT leader and facilitator.  Energetic from holistic logic, he takes pride in providing the best education and solutions to the students, companies, and organizations he serves.  As an IT cybersecurity instructor with Moraine Park Technical College, he continues to utilize his over 25 years of education experience and over 35 years of IT experience working with many Fortune 500 organizations.  He has also served multiple years as a director and past president of the Wisconsin Technology Association (WTA).

Original Article: https://www.morainepark.edu/today/holiday-online-shopping-tips-from-cybersecurity-instructor/

The numbers show what we've known all along—there is VALUE in technical education. We want to thank the West Bend Community and others for their incredible support.

Enrollment Highlights

• Undergraduate Credits: +11%
• Student Headcount: +10%
• Dual Enrollment: +20%

Find out why West Bend students choose Moraine Park to get their careers started at https://www.morainepark.edu/first-choice/

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Moraine Park and UW-Milwaukee have signed nearly 50 new transfer agreements. This means Moraine Park students at our West Bend Campus can now seamlessly continue their education at UWM with junior status! More: https://www.morainepark.edu/today/mptc-and-uwm-grow-partnership/

Hi there! We are having a celebration of life for my late grandmother in West Bend this summer, looking for a space for maybe 20 people to gather. Ideally it would be something like a reservable back room in a restaurant so we could offer refreshments. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated! 🧡

Moraine Park Technical College will host a Wineries of Wisconsin lecture series every Thursday in February, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. The events are free and will be held at the College’s West Bend Campus, 2151 N Main Street.

The lecture series will feature

• Cedar Creek Winery on Feb. 1
• West Bend Wine Club & Confections for Any Occasion on Feb. 8
• Edwin Brix on Feb. 15
• Aspen Sky on Feb. 22
• TBD on Feb. 29

More info: https://www.morainepark.edu/today/moraine-park-to-host-wineries-of-wisconsin-lecture-series/

Does anyone know of a reliable taxi service in the West Bend area the weekends? I feel like Uber or Lyft is hit or miss around midnight or later.

Where are the best spots to view holiday light displays?

Sorry to bother you fine people, but I've been listening to some talk radio blowhards go on and on about a fight at Badger Middle School. Involved a 14 year old boy punching a female student. They say there's video out there but they won't share it. Anyone have a link for that video? If this post breaks the rules, please feel free to delete. Thanks in advance.

We enjoy living in this town, especially after moving from the north side of Milwaukee. However, I’ve been commuting to work up near Appleton, and sometimes down in Milwaukee, and I notice that gas here is sometimes 40-80 cents more a gallon. At the mobile station in Lomira a couple months ago gas was 3.19, in town it was 3.89. Is this just how it is in the city/county? Are gas taxes that high? I’ve asked around town and nobody seems to know specifics besides “that’s just how it always is here”. That’s asinine.

Did anyone else lose water this morning? I was up at 4 and the water worked fine. Now we have no water. I assume it has something to do with the utilities construction they are doing during the week here on our street.

Hello everyone!

I’m a genealogist & I am trained in discovering local Wisconsin family lineages and stories through vital records, census records, and newspapers.

This is the interest form I put together for anyone interested in learning more about their personal Wisconsin family history. I create family trees, ancestral maps, and historical road trip itineraries based on YOUR personal family history! It’s a great way to connect with your heritage and wonderful knowledge pass down to future generations.

LINK TO INTEREST FORM: Family History Interest Form

Here are some things you can discover from my research:

• Newspaper articles about your ancestors (Crime? Scandal? Who knows!)
• Custom ancestral mapping showing your approximate ethnic admixture
• Most common causes of death in your family history
• United States migration mapping showing how your ancestors migrated throughout the country
• Your great-great-great grandparents’ names
• Most popular professions and careers in your family history
• Photographs of your ancestors you have never seen before (Found in Newspaper archives, I have subscriptions to several newspaper websites)

I have a degree in Anthropology and have spent several years working for a professional genealogy company. I have been working as an individual genealogist for about 6 years. If you have any questions about my research, please fill out an interest form or email: heritagehuntersgenealogy@gmail.com

For those of you with ancestry outside of Wisconsin, please send me a message. I’d be happy to help you or direct you to a better suited genealogist. Thanks!

Ancestral Origins Map Example

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USA Origins Map Example

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LINK TO INTEREST FORM: Family History Interest Form

Stop in to Explore MPTC's West Bend Campus

• See the technology and training environments for manufacturing/trades, business, IT, and health care programs.
• Get details on our new university transfer degrees = save money and transfer to a four-year college with ease!
• Take a campus tour.
• Apply to a program, get the application fee waived!
• Get a round of disc golf in – weather permitting. We’ll supply the frisbees.
• More to come: https://www.morainepark.edu/visit-us/open-house-west-bend/

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Where?

Moraine Park Technical College – West Bend Campus
2151 N Main St
West Bend, WI 53090

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When?

Wednesday
June 7, 2023
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Anybody know of a place that accepts group reservations? Prolly have 25+ people

Anyone in the area interested in this? Purchased as a baby shower gift, months went by only to find out that their baby can only have some expensive goats milk formula. And now I’m outside of the 90 day return policy so I can only exchange for the exact same formula which does not help

Explore Moraine Park’s online and in-person classes developed around your particular interests and hobbies: https://www.morainepark.edu/academics/continuing-education/personal-enrichment/

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Classes:

• Computer
• Culinary
• Crafts and Recreation
• Health and Wellness
• Personal Finance and Law
• Motorcycle and Scooter

Probably moving back this summer and I told my kid I'd like to take him to Toucan Custard. Is it still open?

Found this while taking a dump at a local gas station in West Bend

Far shot in hoping Denis didn't win or the other 3 school board shiesters.

Nick Stewart, school board candidate with Bill Schulz and Laurie Schloemer Aleven, has a ton of OWIs and operating with a revoked license. As recently as 2019. And the oldest ones in CCAP seem to be second/third offenses, so there's more.

What exactly is the mental health job he has at the VA hospital? That's alarming. He has no license in the state. Peer support? He was a firefighter? Where?

Have a hard time listening to him talk about school safety when there's a safety problem in his record. And I do hope he gets the help he needs, truly. Gotta be hard. But for right now, what else do we know about him? And what does it say about Bill Schulz and Laurie Schloemer Aleven that they'd put their politics over our town to run with this guy?

Anyone else worried about this election?

Join us for College Preview Day on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 9:30am to 12pm.

Location: Moraine Park Technical College, Fond du Lac Campus

During this event, you’ll be able to take a campus tour, visit program areas (select two in advance), and meet with MPTC staff and students.

- SENIORS – Decision made? Apply for FREE at the event!
- JUNIORS – Explore now so you’re ready to start your application this summer!
- PARENTS – Just for you! Learn how to support your student as they navigate the college search, including admissions and financial aid.

Questions?
Contact Katie at 920-924-3347 or email kvandeslunt@morainepark.edu.

If you require accommodations to participate, contact Rachel Weber at 262-335-5741, TTY/VP: Use Relay/VRS.

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Moraine Park carpentry apprentices swept the podium at the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Apprenticeship Skill Competition on Jan. 27 in West Bend.

In total, 33 apprentices representing five technical colleges competed in four trades: carpentry, HVAC, electrical and plumbing. The Skills Competition was a day-long event with a four-hour practical competition and written exam.

Moraine Park apprentices placed top three in the carpentry category. Alison Gordee from Steve Wirtz Builders placed first, Ryan Sankey from Bob Anderson Builders placed second and Noah Kusserow from Bob Anderson Builders placed third.

Gordee, placing first in her trade, qualifies for the National Craft Championships (NCC) in Orlando, FL. She will represent the state and compete against other trainees from across the country in March.

“I am thankful for the people that have gone out of their way to congratulate me,” Gordee said. “Being there again as a 4th year, I was more determined to win. You know what mistakes to avoid, to stay focused on yourself, and to put your best work into it because you never know who might be watching.”

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