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Resources for Parents and Guardians

Moms, dads and guardians, you’ve landed on the right page!

Exploring your student’s educational and career options is critical to ensuring academic success, and we’re here to support your family through this journey! This is your starting point for information and resources. Scroll down or click on any of the topics. Can’t find what you need? Submit your questions or call us at 920-924-3200.

It’s Time to Rethink Tech

At Moraine Park, Tech is evolving, trusted, transformative and powerful.

With a legacy of more than 100 years, Moraine Park proves that Tech is Timeless.

High School Dual Enrollment

Unlock College & Career Success in High School

Help students explore dream jobs and careers while they’re still in high school. With little to no cost, they can earn college-level credit through dual enrollment courses and get a head start on their career.

Students can even apply their dual enrollment course credits to one of several High School Career Academies to earn a college-level certification while still in high school at little to no cost.

Each Career Academy is a set of classes focused on a specific career area, such as Business, IT, Healthcare, or Manufacturing.

Pyramid graphic showing how dual enrollment through dual credit courses or start college now courses allows students to attend a career academy which in turn allows students to earn a Moraine Park certification.

Why Choose Moraine Park?

Moraine Park is Affordable

  • Tuition and fees: The annual cost of tuition and fees at Moraine Park is around $4,800 compared to an average of between $7,444 and $32,472 at four-year institutions.
  • Financial assistance: 56% of students received financial aid, and total aid distributed reached $8,534,531 in 2024-25.
  • Dual enrollment: 3,724 students participated in dual credit courses, resulting in 15,707 credits awarded. The total savings on tuition and fees for students from all high schools served in 2024-25 were $2,476,407.
  • Gen Ed: Students can save 4-year tuition by starting at Moraine Park and later seamlessly transferring to a 4-year university with junior status.
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Moraine Park is an Investment

  • Graduate outcomes: 91% of grads are employed six months after graduation, 86% of grads are employed in positions related to their career field, and 97% of grads say they are satisfied/very satisfied with their training.
  • Job security: Moraine Park programs ensure that the education and skills acquired align with the current and future needs of Wisconsin employers.
  • Career flexibility: Students can earn a certificate or diploma, start their careers, and continue their education by taking additional courses at their own pace over time.
  • Quality education: Moraine Park programs are led by industry professionals who are not only educated in their field but have served as leaders in the workforce.
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Moraine Park is the Best Choice

  • Personalized student support: Moraine Park offers a unique student support system! With the advisor’s expertise and personalized attention, students have the tools and resources they need to thrive.
  • New facilities: Three out of four referendum projects have been completed, including our new Advanced Manufacturing Center in West Bend and the Automation, Innovation and Robotics Center in Fond du Lac.
  • Engaging student life: Students can participate in exciting campus activities and become members of different student clubs or the student government to express their opinions. 
  • Enrollment: Moraine Park served more than 15,000 students, 68% of whom are first-generation college students. Undergraduate FET enrollment grew by 6.4%.
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Events and Important Dates

Career Experience Events for Students in Grades 9–11

Students in grades 9–11 are invited to experience campus life, explore exciting career paths, and dive into fun, hands-on activities that bring learning to life.

Students will also learn how High School Career Academies give them an early start on college and their future career. Registration will open approximately three weeks before the event.

2026 Event Schedule:

  • February 3: Health and Human Services (Beaver Dam)
  • February 10: Health and Human Services (Fond du Lac)
  • February 11: Health and Human Services (West Bend)
  • April 7: Trades (Fond du Lac)
High School student wearing firefighter uniform during a career experience event at Moraine Park.

Important Dates

December 2Spring Term – Registration Opens
December 19End of Fall Term and 8-Week Session 2
Dec 24 – Jan 2Winter Break – College Closed
Jan 5, 2026Spring Term - Application Deadline
Jan 19Spring Term - First Day
Mar 16-20Spring Break
May 15Spring Term - Last Day
Jun to AugSummer Sessions
Aug 24Fall Term - First Day
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Program Highlight

Quality and Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Taryn Reese’s interest in manufacturing was sparked early, fueled by the metals and welding courses she took at New Holstein High School. This initial exposure to the world of manufacturing left a lasting impression and eventually led her to Moraine Park Technical College.

After graduating high school, Reese attended a four-year university. However, like many students during the pandemic, she found the experience challenging and decided to enter the workforce instead.

She later began looking into local technical schools and found courses at Moraine Park that aligned with her interests and career aspirations.

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Student Feature

Finding Her Future in HR

For Alison Wolf, returning to Moraine Park Technical College wasn’t just about earning a degree—it was about opening the door to a new chapter in a career she already loves.

Wolf started Moraine Park’s Human Resources program in spring 2025 and plans to graduate in fall 2026. She currently works full time as an energy administrative supervisor and credit specialist at United Cooperative.

“I was talking with my family and decided I wanted a backup plan,” Wolf said. “My work has an amazing human resources field that eventually I would love to join. I love helping individuals and training new employees.”

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Alison Wolf, human resources student, smiling in nature