 students from Bemidji and Bagley High School have a lot to celebrate. They're both just earned their mechatronics certificate. Hedy Clotter shows us how students are preparing for their future. Jacob Smith from Bemidji High School is one step closer to fulfilling his dreams. I'm gonna go to school down at Alex Tech for machine tool and these will help me obtain that degree. Smith along with 10 other students from Bagland Bemidji High School received certificates for their third term completion of the mechatronics program at Northwest Technical College. The mechatronics academy provides training on technical and electrical systems. Now Smith is working with Wells Technology and is applying what he's learned. Especially the safety skills to everyday work scenarios as in I'm working in industry which is very valuable and it's neat to see all the different processes come out. Courses include AC DC electrical and basic hydraulics. Bemidji High School principal Brian Stefanich says the students hard work pays off because their grades show it. You can see the pride and just their passion and these are students that their hands-on learners they want to they want to dig right in and work with their hands. Students can earn between one and two certifications per term and the goal is for them to find jobs that'll keep them in their communities. Our businesses our manufacturers in the Bemidji area in our region have spoken up and there are jobs waiting for our students and they want to the companies and the manufacturers in the area want to have around 250 employees in the pipeline each year. This year the school district footed the $1,200 bill for each student to complete the program. In Bemidji, Hady Clutter, Lakeland News. Now this is the third year for the program at Bemidji High School. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.