Early college experience starts Frechette ’ s path to success
Ronald Frechette ’ s NWTC journey began when he was a senior at Menominee Indian High School ( MIHS ). Looking to push himself , he started in NWTC Shawano ’ s 4 x 4 program . The program allows high students to take general studies college courses while still in high school – saving them time and money on their college degree .
After completing his 4 x 4 courses , Frechette jumped right into NWTC ’ s Law Enforcement Associate Degree ( LEAD ). Many in his family hadn ’ t completed education beyond high school , and he wanted to set a good example for his younger siblings . “ I wanted to make people feel proud ,” he said .
With LEAD , students can obtain law enforcement officer certifiability over the course of two years . Freschette earned his degree in May 2019 and started with the Menominee County Sheriff ’ s Office as a patrol deputy the same month .
Kate Mikle , MIHS principal , is amazed by the perseverance and resilience of the 4 x 4 students . “ Many students balanced not only college classes , but sports , high school classes , and , of course , life – to get a head start on college and their career ,” Mikle said . “ The best part is seeing them succeed and serve as strong leaders in their community .”
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Many in Ronald Frechette ’ s family had not completed education beyond high school , and he wanted to set a good example for his younger siblings .
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