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News from the
Traverse Bay Area ISD
Career-Tech Center
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Please share this
quarterly newsletter from TBAISD Career-Tech Center with others.
There are great things happening in career and technical education, and we invite you to learn more about the extraordinary work of our students and staff!
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During the month of February, the TBAISD Career-Tech Center is excited to celebrate
National Career and Technical Education
(CTE)
Month
and generate awareness of the benefits career and technical training lends to student learning. CTE prepares secondary students with technical, academic, and employability skills for success in the workplace as well as post-secondary education. Our programs offer clear pathways to industry certifications, post-secondary credentials, certificates, and degrees, and we work collaboratively with local business and industry partners to prepare students to be both college and career ready.
Did you know that CTE students graduate on time from high school at a rate of 93%? Compared to the national average graduation rate of 80%* for all students, it is clear that CTE engages young people in meaningful learning. In addition, over the past thirty years, 91% of high school graduates who also earned 2-3 CTE credits while in high school go on to enroll in college.** Clearly, CTE is shaping the educational landscape in meaningful and beneficial ways for millions of young adults. Please join me in congratulating our TBAISD CTC students on their wise decision during National CTE Month.
Respectfully,
Pat Lamb
Assistant Superintendent of Career &Technical Education and Community Outreach
*Building a Grad Nation: Progress and Challenge in Ending the High School Dropout Epidemic: Annual Update (2014)
**Career and Technical Education Course-taking and Post-secondary Enrollment and Attainment: High School Classes of 1992 and 2001 (2016)
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Rotary Club and Kiwanis Club Student Honors
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Kingsley High School
Jane Dunlap
Congratulations to Kiwanis Club December Student of the Month, Kingsley High School and CTC
Manufacturing Technology Academy
senior, Jane Dunlap. An active athlete, Kingsley student council treasurer and outstanding honor student, Jane plans to attend Calvin University in Grand Rapids.
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Kalkaska High School
Nina Morris
This Kalkaska High School senior and CTC
Agriscience/Natural Resources
student is enrolled in TBA Early College and is actively engaged in Future Farmers of America (FFA), National Technical Honor Society (NTHS), Kalkaska National Honor Society (NHS), robotics and drama clubs, and cross country running. Congratulations on being selected as Kiwanis Club Student of the month for January.
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Elk Rapids High School
Jordan Babcock
Congratulations to Rotary Outstanding Student Jordan Babcock who is a senior from Elk Rapids High School in pursuit of a career in
Auto Body Repair
. She plans to attend Ohio Technical College to continue training following graduation.
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Grand Traverse Academy
Caleb Seaburg
This Grand Traverse Academy senior and Rotary Student of the Month is enrolled in the CTC
Public Safety/Protective Services
program. Caleb has proven to be a positive role model for his peers and has earned the title of Class Commander in his CTC program. His future includes attending NMC to study criminal justice.
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Agriscience/Natural Resources State Finalists
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"Part of my job is understanding tree growth and having to make decisions about what's going to be best for them in the long term. Knowing when and how to prune young trees ensures that they're going to grow tall, strong and healthy. We planted 40 trees on 40-acres in 2019 and I'm very proud to report that we only lost two of them."
Nick has his
sight set on studying forestry and forest management.
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Two CTC seniors recently received top recognition from the Michigan Future Farmers of America Association for their knowledge and skill in career fields related to agriscience and natural resources.
Nicholas Plamondon
, Suttons Bay Virtual High School senior, is gaining experience through an internship with White Oak Timber Frames of Suttons Bay. His learning includes forestry and sustainable building practices while working on a barn restoration in Leelanau County. Through this experience, Nicholas was selected as a finalist of the
Michigan Future Farmers of America (FFA) Proficiency Award in Forest Management and Products and earned top honors as the STATE WINNER in his discipline.
Nick will be recognized at the Michigan FFA State Convention in March and has his eye on the National FFA stage in June.
Riley Filmore
, Mancelona High School senior, is in her second year of work experience at Mancelona Veterinary Clinic and is learning many aspects of animal care. Pigs, ducks, rabbits, dogs and cats have all been under Riley's watchful eye, and the extensive learning opportunities have solidified her determination to continue postsecondary education in veterinary studies. Riley was also a state finalist of the Michigan FFA Proficiency Awards and received a gold award for her learning in Veterinary Science.
"I have learned many different aspects related to veterinary medicine, including how to properly restrain a dog for a nail trim, how to roll a vein for a blood draw, and how to wrap "mittens" for declawed cats. I have been able to observe multiple K-9 spays and neuters, as well as growth removals, eye nucleation, and laceration repairs."
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Information Technology CyberPatriot Challenge
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2020
MASB Best Program Award
Congratulations to CTC Instructor Colin O'Brien and the Information Technology Program for being selected as one of the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB)
Best Programs for 2020
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CyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program created by the Air Force Association to inspire K-12 students toward careers in cybersecurity or other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines critical to our nation's future. In December, two CTC Information Technology teams saw success in the state competition, leading them to compete in the national semifinal rounds in January. A record-setting 6000 teams registered for
CyberPatriot XI
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an indication that more youth are showing interest in cyber education and STEM careers. To learn more, go to the TBAISD
Career-Tech Center Information Technology program
web page.
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MTA News
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math is generating all sorts of discovery at the Manufacturing Technology Academy. Learn more about MTA in the
MTA Matters newsletter.
Current high school sophomores are invited to join Manufacturing Technology Academy educators for
Parent and Student Information Nights
to learn about the challenging MTA educational experience and tour the classrooms.
Contact Tim Wheatley at 231-922-7846 or
twheatley@tbaisd.org to register.
Upcoming sessions:
February 25
March 10
March 25
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March Information Sessions
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High school sophomores and their parents/guardians are invited to learn more about
TBA Early College
during one of three information sessions in March.
Learn about how to get a head start on college and save money on tuition.
March 5
March 10
March 17
Click
HERE for more information or
Contact Ashley Darga at
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CTC Expo & Community Open House - May 6
Join students and staff for the fourth annual CTC Expo on Wednesday, May 6 in Traverse City. The event is a showcase to build awareness of career and technical education and benefits student scholarships for continuing education. Student demonstrations, a petting zoo, fun and games will take place from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to explore the campus, talk with students and experience the advantage career and technical education provides.
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NTHS Induction of New Members
Since 1984, the mission of National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) has been to honor student achievement in career and technical education, promote educational excellence, and enhance career opportunities for students in the technical trades. The Traverse Bay Area Career-Tech Center will welcome 87 new students into the local chapter of NTHS starting with a reception at 6 p.m. and a formal induction ceremony at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 27 at the Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City.
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Youth Health and Wellness Center
(231) 922-6416
Follow us on Instagram @youthhealthtc
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Walk-in visits are accommodated as time allows.
YHWC is a Medicaid enrollment site and can assist you with getting
healthcare coverage for children age 10-21.
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TBAISD Career-Tech Center| 880 Parsons Rd, Traverse City, Michigan | 231.922.6273 |
www.tbactc.org
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