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It was a beautiful morning for the first annual WCCTEC Veterans Day 5K to support Skills USA! Runners and walkers of all ages completed the course, with medals given to top 3 male and female overall, top 3 male and female in ages 45-99, and youngest and oldest finishers! Thanks to We Run Events and all of our great sponsors!
Students enrolled in Early Childhood Development/Teachers for Tomorrow successfully completed the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff through the Virginia Department of Education. This course ensures these students are aware and knowledgeable of how to keep children in their care healthy and safe. They know how to create safe spaces, use safe practices with children, develop and implement daily illness prevention and management strategies, and plan to keep children safe if an emergency occurs. This ten hour course provides an overview of health and safety topics and additional required learning for Virginia Child Care professionals.
Washington Way Award Nominations: Nominate a special support staff person for the #WashingtonWayAward! Do you know someone whose work and commitment makes WCPS a better place to be?
#WashingtonWayAward Categories:
*Above and Beyond Custodian Award -- Vote for a custodian that makes a difference!
*Silver Spoon Award -- Vote for the best food service worker out there!
*Helping Hand Award -- Vote for a nurse or an aide that has helped you!
*Master Technician Award -- Vote for the one who has helped you fix things!
*Wheels on the Bus Award -- Vote for the driver or mechanic who helps get you home!
*Customer Service Award -- Vote for the person who is always there to help!
Scan the QR Code by Friday, November 22 to nominate a support staff person. To learn more about the #WashingtonWayAwards, watch this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM7Y0BdMbF4
HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) held officer candidate speeches, giving students the opportunity to practice public speaking skills while sharing qualities that would make them effective leaders in the organization.
🏛️ Exploring the History of Architecture! 🏛️
Our Drafting: Architecture students have been diving into the fascinating History of Architecture! Each student selected a unique architectural period to research, and on Friday, November 1, 2024, they shared their findings with the class through insightful presentations.
From Gothic arches to Modernist designs, students showcased their research and sparked new interest in the evolution of architectural styles. Great job to everyone for bringing history to life! 🏰✨ #HistoryOfArchitecture #WCCTEC #StudentPresentations #FutureArchitects
🌟 WCCTEC ManufacturED 360 Students Visit Carter Cat! 🌟
Our ManufacturED 360 students had an incredible experience at Carter Cat, where they explored exciting career paths in manufacturing! They learned about Carter Cat’s apprenticeship program, discovered the wide range of job opportunities, and took an in-depth tour of the facility, checking out the impressive equipment used in the industry.
This hands-on experience gave them valuable insights into the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the world of manufacturing. Thank you, Kent Hutton, Manager and Carter Cat staff, for inspiring the next generation of skilled workers! 💼🔧 #ManufacturED360 #WCCTEC #CareerOpportunities #FutureInManufacturing
Washington Way Award Nominations: Nominate a special support staff person for the #WashingtonWayAward! Do you know someone whose work and commitment makes WCPS a better place to be?
#WashingtonWayAward Categories:
*Above and Beyond Custodian Award -- Vote for a custodian that makes a difference!
*Silver Spoon Award -- Vote for the best food service worker out there!
*Helping Hand Award -- Vote for a nurse or an aide that has helped you!
*Master Technician Award -- Vote for the one who has helped you fix things!
*Wheels on the Bus Award -- Vote for the driver or mechanic who helps get you home!
*Customer Service Award -- Vote for the person who is always there to help!
Scan the QR Code by Friday, December 6 to nominate a support staff person.
To learn more about the #WashingtonWayAwards, watch this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IM7Y0BdMbF4
Join us in celebrating Red Ribbon Week! Wear RED this Friday to show your commitment to a drug-free lifestyle. Let’s stand together!
Today Culinary II class got hands-on making fresh mozzarella cheese from scratch! 🧀 The students had a blast learning the process, and we can’t wait to see how they incorporate their homemade cheese into delicious recipes throughout the week. Stay tuned for some tasty creations!
HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) sponsored a Wear Pink Day for Breast Cancer Awareness which is the month of October.
🎀 Show Your Support Tomorrow! 🎀
Join us in wearing pink tomorrow to raise awareness for Breast Cancer! Together, let’s stand in solidarity and spread awareness. This initiative is proudly brought to you by HOSA (Future Health Professionals)—supporting health education and awareness in our community.
Let’s turn our school pink for a purpose! 💗 #PinkOut #BreastCancerAwareness #HOSA
After the SkillsUSA officers presented the SkillsUSA emblem ceremony, they welcomed Ms. Linda Austin, Executive Director at Appalachian Substance Abuse Coalition. Ms. Austin spoke with students about the dangers of substance abuse and alcohol.
🔥 Hot off the welding line! Mr. McClure’s Welding class is hard at work building a custom steel outdoor fireplace. Their skills are sparking creativity and bringing warmth to our community—stay tuned to see the final masterpiece! #WeldingWorks #HandsOnLearning #wcctec
Students in Introduction to Health and Medical Sciences have been learning about infection control this week and proper procedures for donning and doffing (putting on and taking off) PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
Cameron B. visited JWU's open house this past weekend. He is a second year Culinary student and dual enrolled through VHCC. It was a woderful experience and helped him make the final decision for future plans. Cameron has decided to attend JWU this fall following graduation.
WCCTEC held a successful Marsh Blood Drive today, with over 40 students and community members stepping up as donors. A big thank you to everyone who supported this important cause!
#givelife
#giveblood
#wcctec
WCCTEC students took the spotlight today at the Virginia Education and Workforce Conference in Richmond, demonstrating their skills that will shape tomorrow’s workforce! From hands-on expertise to innovative solutions, they truly impressed industry leaders. Proud to see their hard work and talent on full display!
Promise Program: Today was a proud moment for Washington County Public Schools! We witnessed something truly special as our community gathered at Virginia Highlands Community College to celebrate the launch of the Washington County Promise Program. This commitment by Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia and VHCC marks a major step forward in providing a brighter future for our students.
Thanks to this incredible program, students who live in Washington County, VA, can
now pursue higher education with free tuition, breaking down financial barriers and
opening doors to countless opportunities. We’re beyond excited to see the impact this
will have on our students, their families, and our community as a whole.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us today - from students and faculty to
community leaders and partners. Your support means everything as we work together
to enrich the lives of our young people.
Head over to https://promiseprogram.org/ and discover how this opportunity can benefit your student!
#WashingtonCountySchools #VHCCPromise #StudentOpportunities #OurFuture
#CommunityStrong #EducationMatters
(Photo Courtesy: Virginia Highlands Community College)
Serena K., a student in Mr. Casteel's class, used her expert knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve a processor issue in Holston High School's AR Sandtable computer. Her work will help students learn about topography, mapping, and watersheds in an interactive way.
Exciting day at WCCTEC as we kicked off the EmpowerHealth and ManufacturED 360 Programs! Students dove into essential professionalism skills like networking, resume building, mock interviews, professional attire, teamwork, and more. A strong start to shaping the future workforce!