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Ponca City reports growth in Wildcat internship program; coordinator cites more than 540 participants since 2016
Summary
At a Ponca City Board of Education meeting, the Wildcat internship coordinator reported sustained growth in student internships, with more than 540 students participating since 2016 and roughly 130 community partners, and described plans to expand access and supports.
Kristen, the Wildcat internship coordinator, told the Ponca City Board of Education that the district's internship program has grown steadily since it began in 2016 and has enrolled more than 540 students to date.
The coordinator said the program works with about 130 local businesses and organizations and that next year's enrollment already stands at about 160; she said the number is likely to rise toward 200 as registration continues. She described juniors taking up to two hours of internship time during the school day and seniors up to three hours; students receive one credit for the internship.
"It's not just a plan on paper, but it's real world experience that help[s] them find direction and confidence," Kristen said. She told the board the program began with six students and grew steadily, with 25 students reported in early 2018 and significant year-to-year growth since.
The coordinator outlined the range of placements and partners:…
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