“My advice to students is to try something that you’re not sure about to see how you like it,” said Bungee. “I personally think it’s important to not limit yourself to one pathway and to try different things while finding what interests you and makes you excited. I also think students should try engineering!”

Bungee, Class of 2024

 “Don’t try to do something that is against yourself and go dive into different things through AP classes and find what you want. Explore options that you are passionate about and pursue them fully.”

Sean Floersch, Class of 2020

“My advice for kids looking for their passion is to just try stuff! I am fortunate to have found robotics pretty early on and that the Pathways at BHS supported that.”

William Moe, Class of 2023

“I have always said that I don’t do the indoors very well and that I just can’t work inside. My advice to kids like me who may not see the right path for them yet is to stick with it, get involved and find that connection in school to what you are passionate about outside of school, try different things and dive into what excites you.”

Alanna Moe, Class of 2023

“Having the opportunity to figure out what I wanted to do for free in high school was so instrumental and saved me time and money to make that decision before even starting college. The Pathways program really helps students establish early on what they like and don’t like and provides great support to establish their plans.”

Olivia Brammer, Class of 2018

“I can remember my elementary science classes, which were taught by Mrs. Rau. Her way of teaching us was hands-on and it was one of my first real experiences conducting observations in the name of science.”

Osman Warfa, Class of 2021

“The Pathways program at BHS set the tone for my life and really inspired me to work as an educator. I got such great support throughout high school and this program really set the course for me to work towards my goals. It got me this job where I get to work with great students, and it allowed me to save thousands of dollars on college courses.”

Braylon Lane, Class of 2022

“I started getting the passion when I was in elementary school. I joined the Rahn TV3 News in elementary school and that was my first exposure to journalism.”

Justin Amaker, Class of 2018

“Pathways at BHS exposed me to different things and different people who helped me to learn more about the field that I was interested in. I have an advantage at college thanks to the Pathways at BHS and experience with Java. The Pathways helped me to not waste time by knowing what I wanted to major in and what I wanted to do.”

Oriana Penaloza, Class of 2020

“Joining the robotics team changed the trajectory of both my career and my life. The high school robotics team was a perfect blend of STEM, business, communications, outreach and education – where my sweet spot lies.”

Jenna Kay Foertsch, Class of 2015

“I do think having the experience to try my hand at a few different types of business helped me not only in high school and college, but still today as I am working full time and learning everything I can. I think the pathways system helps students answer the question of ‘who am I and where am I going’ with real experience, dedicated teachers and mentors from the community, and I hope to be able to continue that impact for others.”

Tyrese Leverty, Class of 2017

“Taking the career test in the Success One91 course at Burnsville High School led me in the right direction of finding something I would be good at and passionate about instead of wandering aimlessly.”

Arykah Jones, Class of 2022