Start to Work Incentive | Advanced Precast Company

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Start to Work Incentive.

SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS

Graduating high school students planning to enter the workforce or trade school can access the Start to Work Incentive, with priority given to those entering the workforce. Three students—one from Beckman, Western Dubuque, and Maquoketa Valley High School—will each receive an incentive of $2,000.

Qualifications: High school seniors for the 2025-2026 school year who want to enter the workforce after graduation do not need to be employed at Decker Concrete or APC.

Eligibility: Listed below are the eligibility requirements for this incentive:

Must be enrolled and on track to graduate in the 2024-2025 academic school year from Beckman Catholic High School, Western Dubuque High School, or Maquoketa Valley High School.
Applied or currently applying for full-time, long-term employment post-graduation.
Eligible for all work industries, including (but not limited to) construction, manufacturing, entrepreneurship, business, cosmetology, fashion, etc.
Proof and demonstration of good work ethic and intentionality.

Essay Submission: The criteria for the essay required for a student’s application are listed below. You can find an online PDF version by clicking the “Apply Here” button at the bottom of the..

Name
Street Address, City, State, Zip Code
Cell Phone
Email
High School and expectant date of graduation
Post graduation, will you be entering the workforce for full-time permanent work or enrolling in college?
If entering the workforce post-graduation, have you been offered employment? If so, name of company:
If enrolling in college, name of college and degree program:
Detailed paragraph on what you would do with the incentive money if awarded.
A paragraph explaining how you plan to contribute positively to your employer or college during your first year after high school.
Detailed paragraph describing why you should be selected for this incentive.