Nokomis schools are looking to invest in their students’ futures, and part of this effort is showing them what their future may look like.  The school district’s programs help introduce students to a variety of career paths and encourage them to dig deeper to find a path that works for them.  The initiative focuses not just on those about to graduate high school but also on even younger students.  Officials credit this work in fostering high rates of success among its students in their future endeavors. 

Superintendent Dr. Scott Doerr oversees the process.  He says the main stage begins in students’ freshman year of high school when they begin to think deeply about what they want to do next in their lives.

The years of formulating these plans culminate in a “senior seminar” which is mandatory for all Nokomis High School students.  Dr. Doerr says it’s an important component of the preparation for what happens after crossing the stage.

One post-secondary endeavor students may explore is enlisting in the military. The Nokomis School District is reporting a record rate of its graduates doing so.

One of the school district’s newer programs is known as Capturing Kids’ Hearts.  Its focus is on building good character in students from elementary school. 

More information on Nokomis CUSD #22 is available at www.nokomis.k12.il.us and on their Facebook page. 

Dr. Scott Doerr appeared as a guest on the WTIM Pana Morning Show.