Huron students, community groups recognized; district highlights first WAPA internship
Summary
Superintendent and student representatives highlighted recent student honors and community donations; the board heard about Micah Meader’s internship with WAPA, site visits students took and the district’s intent to expand employer-partnership internships.
The Huron School District used its Jan. 12 meeting to recognize student achievements, community donations and to spotlight a new internship partnership.
Superintendent Dr. Steinhoff congratulated senior athletes and music students selected for all‑state ensembles and recognized families and community groups that donated supplies, clothing and funds to district programs. He also noted January as School Board Appreciation Month.
In a student and partner presentation, senior Micah Meader described his fall internship with the Western Area Power Administration. "I did go to the operation center in Watertown, which very few people get to see," Meader said, describing site visits that included a dam and a substation. Corey Huber of WAPA discussed the variety of departments Micah observed and welcomed the student's questions; teacher Brandy Fitzgerald described the internship as the district's first completed placement through the new program.
Board members praised the internship as an example of community partnership and encouraged expansion so more students can gain hands-on experience with career pathways.
The recognitions and internship presentation were informational; no board action was required.
