About us
NextGen Bears is a student-led business powered by creativity, craftmanship, and collaboration at Bertha-Hewitt High School. What began in 2018 with single laser engraver has grown into a full-scale program where students design , build, market, and manage custom products for real customers.
In the shop, students use advanced tools like laser engraves, plasma cutters, and CNC equipment to transform wood, metal, and acrylic into unique, professional pieces. Meanwhile, the NextGen Office class keeps everything running smoothly handling invoicing, customer service, painting, finishing, and order fulfillment. The Marketing class takes the business to the next level by promoting products, managing the website, and connecting with the community and beyond.
Through partnerships with industry like Kern Laser Systems and the dedication of our staff, NextGen Bears is more than a shop class project. Every item we create carries the pride of student craftsmanship and the belief that the next generation is ready to build. design, and lead.
Lake Signs
Our most requested sign, is our lake sign option. We make a metal sign in the shape of your lake with our state-of-the-art plasma cutter. Then we finish it with welded nails on the back and a polished front with a layer of clear coat to seal and preserve. To pull it all together, we attach your sign to a hand picked antique barn wood backing for that old country feel.
Seasonal Signs
These are the newest addition to our store. Our holiday/seasonal signs come in two sizes varieties . horizontal and vertical. We currently have "Merry Christmas" and "Happy Holiday" options. We plan to expand this option for other holidays and the changing seasons.
Custom Work
One of the things that we can do beyond our signs, is custom design pieces. If you own a business or have a special item that you would like us to create, there isn't much that we won't tackle. We have made everything from large business signs to small family yard signs. Give us a call or send us an email and we can give you a quote and talk about what your needs are.
**There is some additional cost with these items as they required additional design time.
Metal Sports Signs
If supporting your local sports teams is something you love doing, then get yourself a metal sign of their logo! As you can see we also make NDSU Bison signs and these are available by order or through the Fargo Scheels Store.
