Thursday, October 12, 2017
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
WCCTEC Recognizes 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year
The Washington County Career & Technical Education Center is so proud to recognize Mr. Stan Green as our 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year!
Mr. Green serves the CTE Center as a Special Education Teacher. He has been with us for five of his nine years with Washington County Schools. Mr. Green says that he enjoys the freedom of working outside the box in his daily work with our students. He says that in teaching a student with a disability, creativity must be an intriguing part of the journey. It’s not easy, but Mr. Green says he enjoys being able to look at a student’s IEP, analyze and digest the accommodations, and then work with the student to try to make the disability and curriculum expectations mesh for success. Mr. Green is a very personable and approachable teacher. He loves working with teenagers and it shows. Students and peers alike feel comfortable in working with him, seeking his advice, and always enjoy his positive attitude.
Mr. Green decided to become a Special Education Teacher because of his sister, Diana, who was always a bright spot in his life. He was very interested in how Diana’s education had to be more individualized to meet her needs. So, it was just natural, that when he arrived at Tennessee Technological University, the Special Education Teaching Department seemed to be a great fit for him.
In addition to teaching, Mr. Green serves as a pastor at Pleasant View United Methodist Church and is currently working with the Knoxville Area Rescue Ministry in Knoxville, TN. He and his wife, Regina, have eight sons, whom they have adopted. Mr. Green says that he has a wonderful family and that he is the richest man he knows!
Congratulations Mr. Green! The CTE Center is very lucky to have you!
Thursday, February 2, 2017
Culinary II Student Earns Scholarship to Johnson & Whales University
Culinary II Student Earns
Scholarship to Johnson & Whales University
by: Mike Stewart
Karisma holding her scholarship letter from Johnson & Wales
Karisma M. was selected as the
recipient of a scholarship to attend Johnson & Wales University in
Florida. Karisma's academic record and personal accomplishments earned
her this distinguished award. She will be living on campus and officially
becomes a JWU Wildcat in May!
Karisma is a Culinary II student,
and has ambitions of becoming an executive chef and owner of her own
restaurant. She knew by the age of seven she wanted to pursue a career as
a chef, and spends many hours in the kitchen preparing food for friends and
family.
Karisma is the youngest of eight, and expresses herself through the food creations she produces. She wishes to share her love of food with others.
We are extremely proud of Karisma
and wish her the best!
Friday, January 27, 2017
WCCTEC Christmas with Grace Program
WCCTEC Christmas with Grace Program
by: Mike Stewart
On December 15, 2016 the students
and staff from the Washington County Career and Technical Education Center
welcomed the residents of Grace Healthcare by presenting their annual
"Christmas with Grace" Program. Students conducted a variety
of fund raisers in order to buy each of the one-hundred-eight Grace
residents a gift and provide them with a Christmas luncheon. Students and staff
at the WCCTEC have a fierce belief in the moral dimension of this
program. The faculty and staff of the Career and Technical Education
Center are proud to have students who have an attitude of gratitude and an
ethical concern for other people. A truly wonderful day was had by all!
One of Santa's helpers delivers presents to a grace resident
Thursday, January 5, 2017
Who are we?
Who are we?
The Washington County Career and Technical Education Center is an extension of your home high school in the Washington County Virginia Public School System. We work with each high school to accommodate their schedule and special events. The Washington County CTE Center offers both introductory and specialized training in Trade and Industrial, Service, and Health Occupations. The Washington County CTE Center continues to grow each year while trying to meet the ever changing demands of education and industry. Students attending the Washington County CTE Center have many different courses to choose from. Our courses range from one, two, and three year programs. Many of our programs offer opportunity for students to earn professional credentials, verified credits, and some offer professional licensures. Dual college credit is also available for some of our courses through Virginia Highlands Community College. Our dual credit classes are: Medical Terminology, Drafting/CAD, Computer Networking, Criminal Justice, and Culinary Arts.
The faculty and staff of the Washington County CTE Center believes in providing you with excellent , state-of-the-art training that will allow you to explore occupations, begin a career, or advance to higher education. We will work to create an atmosphere of mutual respect. We want to help you develop good habits that will last a lifetime and give you the training to help you make a good living.
You will also have the opportunity to participate in professional organizations: SkillsUSA and Health Occupations Students of America. Several of our courses will allow you to take your professional certification test at the end of your coursework. Passing your professional certification test gives you a verified credit for your class and makes employers more likely to hire you.
Stay tuned in the weeks to come as we explore the many different career areas offered at the Washington County CTE Center.
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