The authors would like to thank the Empower College and Career Center and the Jackson County School System for making this work possible-thank you for believing in the students and in the work we do. In addition, the first author would like to thank the individuals at the Empower College and Career Center who made this work possible. I would like to express my sincere gratitude towards Dr. Meri Blackburn and Mr. John Uesseler who always provided the support that helped make this paper a reality. I would also like to thank Mrs. Emily Gunderson ("Gundy") for being such an amazing teacher and for providing much needed guidance and support. Thank you for all your help in the lab and for helping me be a be er scientist. Lastly, all the authors would like to thank the entirety of the healthcare science department at the Empower College and Career Center who have all been amazing teachers and mentors.