Adventure
EDGE Adventure
EDGE Adventure is a work-based learning program that focuses on students participating in internships at local businesses. This program is designed to empower students for future success by practicing their employability skills in on-the-job settings.
Adventure Leaders: Kim Peterson & Shelby Morrison
Current Adventure Jobs
There are a wide variety of local employers that help these students learn employability and soft skills with on the job training.
Current Job Sites Include
- Fareway
- Pizza Ranch
- Moffits
- Salamas Floral and Greenhouse
- DMACC
- Boone Scenic Valley Railroad
- BEP Preschool Program
- Ericson Public Library
- Boone Historical Museum
- Salvation Army
- Impact Food Pantry
- L&M Gas and Grocery
- Farley's Tire & Express Lube
- Saints Avenue Cafe
- Condon’s Services Ltd
- Beckwith Adult Day Services
- Eastern Star
- Mrs.Slobberworth’s (Dog Grooming)
- Boone Hardware
- 6th St. Underground
- Boone High School/ Booster Club
- Cedar Point Golf Course
- Arnold's Motor Supply
- Hy-Vee
- Infamous Ink
- Sacred Heart School
- Futures Alternative School
- Lane Trailer
- Harris Auto Racing
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Tyler is an EDGE Adventure student that recently completed an internship at Fareway. Tyler bagged up groceries and helped customers by carrying groceries to their vehicles. This is one of the jobs that helps Adventure students go through day-to-day scenarios to prepare them for future jobs.
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Jaxson is an EDGE Adventure student that completed his internship at Pizza Ranch. Jaxson washed dishes and bussed tables. This internship helps students with real world situations and completing tasks with speed and accuracy.
Quotes From EDGE Adventure Students
- NATHAN: “A good start and preparation for your future career!”
- ALYSSA: “You learn to do different jobs!”
- TYLER: “I love Adventure because it gives me work skills!”
- BRANDON: “I love Adventure because it’s awesome!“