Career Exploration Resources

VERTEX Initiative

VERTEX is an initiative of the Dubuque Community School District designed to help students discover where their interests and future possibilities intersect – all to help them reach the highest point of their individual journey to success. Learn more about the district’s VERTEX Initiative.

Christa Burgess

Christa Burgess

VERTEX Coach

Helping students see the vast possibilities before them is Christa Burgess, VERTEX Coach for Dubuque Online School. For questions or more information, contact Christa by email at cburgess@dbqschools.org.

Complete the VERTEX Career Coaching Application

Career Exploration with Kuder Navigator

Part of the VERTEX Initiative is Kuder Navigator, the district’s career information system used by students to explore their career options and chart their education plans. Find career exploration resources and learn more about Kuder Navigator.

Kuder Navigator Student Login

Students login to Kuder Navigator through the Clever Portal.

College and Career Connection (CCC) Program

The College and Career Connection (CCC) program (formerly Career Learning Link) through Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) provides high school juniors and seniors work-based learning experiences including business tours, job shadows and more. College and Career Coaches are available to work with students to connect them to these experiences and assist with career exploration.

Learn more at: www.nicc.edu/admissions/high-school-students/college-and-career-connection

Military Opportunities

Learn more about each branch of the military below and reach out to the counseling office if you’d like to set up a time to meet with a representative.

Apprenticeships

Volunteer Opportunities