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Cardinal CSD student working on a Career Exploration project on her laptop in the Education Talent Search (ETS) program.

posted January 26, 2023

Photo of student Lauryn Hartley

Kim Schwartz, our Indian Hills Community College TRiO Talent Search Program Tutor Coordinator/Success Coach, has been hard at work supporting secondary students as they get closer to graduation.

In her role, Mrs. Schwartz works with Cardinal Middle and High School (and Evans Middle School) students enrolled in the Education Talent Search (ETS) program, providing students with the skills needed to graduate and enroll in a secondary education program.

Students in the program participate in workshops tailored for each age level that promote academic success and future planning. 

Cardinal CSD student in Education Talent Search program on his computer.
Student Evan Millhouse participating
in the program

“Topics for middle school focus on academic success with organization, time management, etc.,” Mrs. Schwartz explains. “Topics for high school students range from understanding GPA for underclassmen to financial aid, scholarship information, and assistance with applications for upperclassmen.”

The program is open to students in 6th through 12th grade and is free for those who are accepted. It is primarily for students from disadvantaged families (families in which neither parent has earned a bachelor’s degree); two-thirds of students must fit that requirement. The other third of participants can be students of any background.

“I enjoy providing cultural opportunities that students may not have without the program: information on career ideas, information, and assistance in applying to colleges, and if needed, direction to those searching for their next step after high school,” Mrs. Schwartz says.

Ready to prep for the future after Cardinal? Interested students can stop by Mrs. Schwartz’s office for an application or find the applications online on the Indian Hills Community College website.

The mission of the Cardinal Community School is to foster an enriching environment and channel the energies of students to achieve their fullest potential.
Cardinal School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age (for employment), socioeconomic status (for programs), religion, disability, creed, national origin, marital status (for programs), sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity in its educational programs and employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s equity coordinator, Cindy Green.

The Cardinal Community School District offers career and technical  programs in the following service areas:
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Health Science
Human Services
Business, Finance, Marketing, and Management

Cindy Green - cindy.green@cardinalcomet.com
Middle School Principal/Director of Curriculum & Instruction, Equity Coordinator
4045 Ashland Rd.
Eldon, IA 52554
(641) 652-7531

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