Once Upon a Nightmare
Tuesday, February 16, 2021 @ 2:46 PM
AUTHOR’S NAME WITHHELD
“I don’t want to talk to them. Please, don’t make me. It was a joke. I didn’t mean it, don’t tell.” Once upon a time, those words came from a five-year-old girl, my little sister Mia.
Once upon a time, she was abused.
Once upon a time, a man took the innocence of this precious child.
Once upon a time, my world changed forever.
It was a typical Sunday morning. I was donning one of my usual hand-me-down dresses and preparing for the natural chaos of the morning. Our routine involved packing kids in their “Sunday best” for the challenges of the day. My sister Alexis and I were starting to dab on perfume and lipstick, hoping to catch the eye of one of the preacher boys.
and, Health Professions, such as Nursing, Paramedic Technology, Allied Health and Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Bottineau is not the only community served by Dakota College. CTE programming is also provided at Dakota College sites in Minot and Valley City.
Students who successfully complete a CTE program can enter the workforce in one or two years after earning a certificate or technical degree. The CTE programs of study may in turn provide opportunities to earn industry-recognized credentials. In addition, some CTE-bound students decide to further their education by transferring to a four-year university.
There is a level of academic content and skill that is required for success in today’s career and technical careers. CTE provides comprehensive opportunities for students to develop the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century economy. Governor Burgum’s proclamation recognizes that students enrolled in CTE programs across North Dakota gain the academic, technical an
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