Formational Learning Experiences

Formational Learning Experiences (FLEx) are opportunities for the learner to engage in “real work that meets a real need for real people.” These opportunities have a dual purpose. In the first case, they expose our students to countless careers and vocations. This not only develops an appreciation for the variety of skills in our community, it also helps them to discern how God might use them to bless others throughout their lives. In the second case, FLEx is a means for our students to make deeper connections between subjects in their learning. In addition to field trips, FLEx may come in the form of service learning projects that require interdisciplinary problem solving and creative thinking. 

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In the 2023-2024 School Year, students visited:

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• Kinship Radio

• Public Safety

• Mankato Regional Airport

• Taylor Corporation Data Analytics Center

• Industrial Fabrication Solutions

• All American Foods

• Hubbard House

• Blue Earth County Historical Society

• Feeding our Community Partners

• Drummers Garden Center

• State Patrol Office

• Minnesota Valley Pet Hospital

• The State Capitol (and met with State Representative Debra Kiel)

• Community Bank

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We also experienced talks and workshops with subject matter experts in Law, Medicine, Artificial Intelligence, Construction and Finance.