Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah High School Student Completes College Degree in Information Technology
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6/13/2023
CLEVELAND, WI —
Charles Loeffler earned a college degree from Lakeshore Technical College before completing his junior year at Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah High School. By participating in Lakeshore’s College Here and Now program at his high school, he earned a technical diploma in information technology-web development specialist.
Charles Loeffler is not only enjoying the summer before his senior year at Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah High School but also celebrating the completion of his first college degree. He earned a technical diploma in information technology-web development specialist during his junior year by participating in Lakeshore Technical College’s College Here and Now program.
Loeffler says his experience taking 22 credits of college courses while in high school was great.
“I really enjoyed my professors. They were always available if I had questions, which meant a lot. I learned so much and it gave me a good foundation and intro into what I want to do in the future. I would like to continue my education and become a software engineer after high school,” said Loeffler.
Unique to Lakeshore’s College Here and Now program is the ability for students to take all their courses right at their schools, with no tuition cost. Loeffler began taking the classes his sophomore year. The College Here and Now program is offered at eight high schools in Lakeshore’s service district.
Loeffler says he would “definitely recommend” Lakeshore’s College Here and Now program to anyone trying to get a head-start on their education. “I learned so much and have a better idea of the expectations of college level classes. I also feel more prepared for what is to come after my senior year. It was challenging and rewarding and I definitely recommend it to anyone who might be interested,” he added.
Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah High School Principal Ryan Faris describes College Here and Now as an “amazing opportunity” for students, including Loeffler.
“Our partnership with LTC has been awesome. Charlie is an educated young man with a great work ethic and for him to develop his skills in a viable career path while still in high school is what College Here and Now is all about,” said Faris.
“IT professionals continue to be in high demand in our area, which is why College Here and Now focuses on developing that expertise among the 292 students enrolled throughout our area,” said Lakeshore’s President Dr. Paul Carlsen. “Graduates of the program are ready to take on entry level IT jobs in the workforce, or they can further their education and increase employment opportunities and earning potential.”
High school students interested in learning about College Here and Now are encouraged to contact their school’s guidance counselor.
About Lakeshore Technical College
Lakeshore Technical College is a comprehensive community and technical college educating more than 8,000 students annually. Students enroll at Lakeshore to master real-world, employable career skills and start their pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. Lakeshore faculty and staff are focused on providing each individual student an individualized learning experience.
Lakeshore Technical College is a nationally recognized two-year college. The college was ranked the #2 in the nation by Washington Monthly, #17 in the nation by Forbes, #20 in the nation by WalletHub.com, a top-150 two-year college by the Aspen Institute, a top 10 Bellwether Award finalist four out of the last five years, and named the 2021 Large Business/Industry of the Year by the Chamber of Manitowoc County.
Approximately 800 students graduate from Lakeshore each year, and associate degree graduates report earning a median salary of $59,899 within six months of graduating. In addition to the Cleveland campus, Lakeshore educates students at learning campuses in downtown Manitowoc and downtown Sheboygan, as well as in rural Manitowoc County at its School of Ag. Classes are also offered at additional sites throughout the district. Visit Lakeshore at gotoltc.edu.
