GPS Education Partners Class of 2021
Congratulations to the GPSEd Class of 2021! Check out our Class of 2021 Hub to hear student stories by education center, see some of the students who have been hired by our business partners and view a recording of our South Graduation!
Reminders
Graduation | Class of 2021
Congratulations Class of 2021!
June 8th was truly a special night for our students and it was great to see each of them finish in style with so much support around them. If you were unable to attend or want to see our South Graduation again, watch the professional recording of our June 8th ceremony below.
You can watch the whole ceremony or view students from each of our Ed Centers and see each detailed profile slide of our graduates by clicking this symbol 
in the menu bar on the player.
in the menu bar on the player.Check out all of the photos from the June 8th celebration including our seniors with their certificates here. You can download each photo for free or order prints through the site.
Students at our Menasha Education Center were recognized on May 25th, 2021 at a private socially-distanced event. Check out these photos from their celebration.
Click the logos below to see all of our Class of 2021 students and read some of their stories by Ed Centers.
Check out our Class of 2021 Graduation Booklet!
Student Signings
Look who got signed today!
Almost 60% of GPSEd students accept employment offers from partnering businesses before they graduate. Within 4 months post-graduation 96% of our graduates are working, attending post-secondary education, or both full time. So DON’T WAIT! Secure today’s workforce NOW!
Kenneth Brandon Schwall
Assembler 2
"GPSEd as a program has set me up for success and allowed me to jumpstart my career. From the certifications, to financial literacy lessons, GPSEd has shown us how to live and make it in the real world."
Ryan Piontek
Bradley Corporation
Maintenance Department
Maintenance Department
"Better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak out and remove the doubt. Except at work, GPSEd taught me it is good to ask questions so you can learn how to be a better person."
Samuel Szymanski
Lakeside Manufacturing
2nd Shift Associate
2nd Shift Associate
"This opportunity has given me the chance to make mistakes but, more importantly, change them so I can be a valuable employee to Lakeside."
Anjel Lopez
Quest Engineering
Builder/Assembler
Builder/Assembler
"Another major lesson I learned was that having a good work ethic is a key factor in achieving your goals. Without a good work ethic, I would not be where I am right now."
Austin Latter
Quest Engineering
Edge Bander
Edge Bander
"Working at Quest Engineering has changed me because it made me realize that I am actually a valued employee."
Clayton Schaefer
Regal Ware Worldwide
General Manufacturing
General Manufacturing
"GPSEd taught me how to work efficiently and safely and how to come in prepared to do what needs to be done."
Nathan Worzalla
Quest Engineering
Custom Builder
Custom Builder
"I never dreaded coming to work because everyone made work fun but still productive."
Stephano Barone
Gustave A. Larson
Flex Employee
Flex Employee
"What makes me different from a traditional high school student is that over the past school year I have acquired numerous skills and certifications that will help me later in life."
Bailey Mills
Menasha Packaging
Associate
Associate
"GPSEd is a better opportunity because it gave me a chance to be out in the field. I will have more experience in the industry than many of my friends."
Gunnar Bollhoefer
Rytec Corporation
Mechanical Assembler II
Mechanical Assembler II
"Over the last two years, I have learned several skills that will help me to be successful in the future such as the importance of being on-time to everything and developing a good work ethic."
Sam Jones
Weldall Manufacturing
Grinder
Grinder
"GPSEd is more than just going to school, it's being able to gain real life experience in a work environment. From mock interviews to working at a job placement, the possibilities are endless at GPSEd."
Cole Seely
AQ Matic Valve and Controls Company Inc.
Assembler
Assembler
"GPSEd has been a great program for me because it has given me the chance to develop and demonstrate my natural abilities."
Cain Aulich
Allied Plastics
Secondary Operator I
Secondary Operator I
"Prior to joining GPSEd I was not organized and I didn't really try to figure out what I truly wanted to do after high school. When I first started I had really no idea what I was getting myself into. GPSEd taught me how to take responsibility for my actions and helped me learn the skills I need to be successful in the future."
Jacob Gonzales
Allied Plastics
Robot Operator I
Robot Operator I
"The GPSEd program really helped me build the work ethic I've been striving for."
Jacob Starosta
Pindel Global Precision
Machinist
Machinist
"Through my experience at GPSEd, I found the motivation that I need to get work done and set myself up for my adult life."
Wyatt Nidy
Pindel Global Precision
Machinist
Machinist
"In this program I have earned my MSSC certifications and I got a job at Pindel Global Precision. Thanks to my amazing teachers (Sara) and this awesome program, I have a bright future!"
Kyra Kowalkowski
Profile Xtrusions
Machine Operator
Machine Operator
"If you believe in yourself, with a tiny pinch of charm all your goals can become a reality!"
Gage Rosenbaum
Bay Area Services
HVAC Apprentice
HVAC Apprentice
"The greatest lesson I learned this year was that you should always look behind you when taking an A/C unit out of a van."
Isaac Regal
Menasha Packaging
Machine Operator
Machine Operator
"GPSEd was a big investment in myself by helping me build skills that will be useful in the future."
Mason Lee
Profile Xtrusions
Machine Operator
Machine Operator
"During my time in GPSEd, I have become a more mature and responsible person, taking more initiative to help others, and learning how to be more patient to see things through to the end."
Logan Veto
M&W Shops
Fabrication/Fit Weld Operator
Fabrication/Fit Weld Operator
"GPSEd taught me not to be scared to push towards my goals. They helped me believe my dreams are possible."
Hayden Kuspa
Riedel Tool & Machine Co.
Machinist
Machinist
"Since I started my educational journey at GPSEd, I've felt that I am on my way towards the right direction in my future."
Owen Mackey
Midwest Fleet Maintenance
Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
"GPSEd gave me a skill that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. It showed me that any goal is within reach. Dig deep and ride it till the wheels fall off."