Mar me253? Maritime|253 is getting closer to the finish line! Signage is now going up, one of the final touches before the construction team hands over the keys.
Earlier this week, we were happy to welcome Rep. Emily Randall, Port Commissioner Marzano, and Board Directors Bonbright and Freeman-Lane for a look at the progress. Maritime|253 is becoming a reality thanks to the strong partnership with the Port of Tacoma and continued legislative support.
#ThisImaritime #Maritime # Tacoma
Port of Tacoma, Rep. Emily Randall
Earlier this week, we were happy to welcome Rep. Emily Randall, Port Commissioner Marzano, and Board Directors Bonbright and Freeman-Lane for a look at the progress. Maritime|253 is becoming a reality thanks to the strong partnership with the Port of Tacoma and continued legislative support.
#ThisImaritime #Maritime # Tacoma
Port of Tacoma, Rep. Emily Randall
Guest Speaker Series 🚑 @NCTA
Thank you to Brook Moser, Brian Nevi, and Tiffany Newman from Skagit Regional Health for teaching the Stop the Bleed Basic Course to our Criminal Justice students this week!
Students learned lifesaving skills including how to properly apply pressure, pack a wound, and use a tourniquet in emergency situations. Trainings like this provide valuable real-world experience and help prepare students to respond confidently in critical situations.
We greatly appreciate our community partners for helping equip students with important knowledge and hands-on training.
#StopTheBleed #CriminalJustice #HandsOnLearning #CommunityPartnerships #NCTA
Thank you to Brook Moser, Brian Nevi, and Tiffany Newman from Skagit Regional Health for teaching the Stop the Bleed Basic Course to our Criminal Justice students this week!
Students learned lifesaving skills including how to properly apply pressure, pack a wound, and use a tourniquet in emergency situations. Trainings like this provide valuable real-world experience and help prepare students to respond confidently in critical situations.
We greatly appreciate our community partners for helping equip students with important knowledge and hands-on training.
#StopTheBleed #CriminalJustice #HandsOnLearning #CommunityPartnerships #NCTA
NEWTech Prep is hiring for a Graphic Design Teacher.
We are looking for someone with a strong creative and design background who can help students build foundational visual design skills while connecting those skills to today’s industry needs.
The ideal candidate would have experience in areas such as graphic design, web design, UX/UI, branding, SEO, social media, digital marketing, content creation, client-based projects, and portfolio development. This person should be excited about helping high school students turn creativity into real-world career skills.
Please share with anyone who may be a great fit.
Apply here: https://www.schooljobs.com/.../teacher-graphics-printing...
We are looking for someone with a strong creative and design background who can help students build foundational visual design skills while connecting those skills to today’s industry needs.
The ideal candidate would have experience in areas such as graphic design, web design, UX/UI, branding, SEO, social media, digital marketing, content creation, client-based projects, and portfolio development. This person should be excited about helping high school students turn creativity into real-world career skills.
Please share with anyone who may be a great fit.
Apply here: https://www.schooljobs.com/.../teacher-graphics-printing...
Cascadia Technical Academy Foundation
While the school year is winding down, Cascadia Technical Academy Foundation is going strong to raise support for next school year!
We have two upcoming events:
2026 Cascadia Tech Foundation Golf Tournament - Thursday July 16th @ Camas Meadows Golf Club
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Cascadia Tech Foundation's SummerFest Cruise-In - Saturday September 19th from 11AM-2PM.
Please share and join us in support of Education THAT WORKS!
While the school year is winding down, Cascadia Technical Academy Foundation is going strong to raise support for next school year!
We have two upcoming events:
2026 Cascadia Tech Foundation Golf Tournament - Thursday July 16th @ Camas Meadows Golf Club
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Cascadia Tech Foundation's SummerFest Cruise-In - Saturday September 19th from 11AM-2PM.
Please share and join us in support of Education THAT WORKS!
Celebrating 40 years!
New Market Skills Center
Congratulations to these New Market Skills Center Foundation Scholarship recipeints! Way to go class of 2026!
Congratulations to these New Market Skills Center Foundation Scholarship recipeints! Way to go class of 2026!
WANIC Skill Center
Earlier this month we welcomed next year's students accepted to our Dental Careers, Medical Careers and Pre-Nursing at our first ever spring orientation night! We had a wonderful group of current student volunteers from Medical Careers and Pre-Nursing that we wanted to thank! Pictured are Austin Poppino, Mason Von Berg, Norah Lacey, Kailey Blanchard, Kaitlynn Machacek, Hana Gebremichael, Maria Kratovich, Bhuvanesh Kokku, Ivan Dimikj, Tashfeen Abdullah. We ❤ student leaders! #FutureReady
Earlier this month we welcomed next year's students accepted to our Dental Careers, Medical Careers and Pre-Nursing at our first ever spring orientation night! We had a wonderful group of current student volunteers from Medical Careers and Pre-Nursing that we wanted to thank! Pictured are Austin Poppino, Mason Von Berg, Norah Lacey, Kailey Blanchard, Kaitlynn Machacek, Hana Gebremichael, Maria Kratovich, Bhuvanesh Kokku, Ivan Dimikj, Tashfeen Abdullah. We ❤ student leaders! #FutureReady
Congratulations to our Digital Arts & Filmmaking student winners in the Ben Franklin Transit 2026 Art Bus Contest.
https://youtu.be/iS5xjuSBMTw
@Tri-TechSkillsCenter
https://youtu.be/iS5xjuSBMTw
@Tri-TechSkillsCenter
NEWTech Prep
Congratulations to Rachel and Andrew, Employees of the Year in Mr. Prish’s Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship class! At NEWTech, we recognize students through the lens of employability, and these two stood out for their work ethic, professionalism, consistency, and growth.
Thank you to Platt Electric for generously providing tool bags filled with swag and hand tools to support our students as they continue building their futures in the electrical field. #connectwithnewtech
Congratulations to Rachel and Andrew, Employees of the Year in Mr. Prish’s Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship class! At NEWTech, we recognize students through the lens of employability, and these two stood out for their work ethic, professionalism, consistency, and growth.
Thank you to Platt Electric for generously providing tool bags filled with swag and hand tools to support our students as they continue building their futures in the electrical field. #connectwithnewtech
CBTECH Video Game Programming students Alex Meyer and Nathan Sisson were chosen as chapter Members of the Month for March and April for their contributions to their CBTECH FBLA chapter and for their successful competition at the State conference.
Cascadia Technical Academy
Company Picnic
Students and staff enjoyed the 2025-2026 Company Picnic filled with games, food, music, and great camaraderie. Once each year, students have the opportunity to come together for a fun school-wide event that celebrates our community and school spirit. With the sun shining and laughter everywhere, it was a day full of connection, memories, and fun for everyone involved.
Company Picnic
Students and staff enjoyed the 2025-2026 Company Picnic filled with games, food, music, and great camaraderie. Once each year, students have the opportunity to come together for a fun school-wide event that celebrates our community and school spirit. With the sun shining and laughter everywhere, it was a day full of connection, memories, and fun for everyone involved.
💼🎤 NCTA Money & Business Program Guest Speaker Series 🎤💼
Featuring Tanya Sanger
A big thank you to Tanya Sanger for speaking with our Money & Business students about risk, insurance, and protecting a business for the long term.
Tanya gave students a real-world look at the risks business owners face — from liability concerns to long-term financial exposure — and explained why proper coverage and planning matter. She also highlighted the importance of relationships, trust, and truly understanding a client’s needs, showing students that success in her field goes far beyond simply selling policies.
Her experience and insight gave students a valuable perspective on business protection, professionalism, and building lasting client relationships.
Thank you for taking the time to invest in and inspire our students! 👏📈
@MerchNCTA
#NCTA #MoneyAndBusiness #GuestSpeakerSeries #BusinessEducation #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Insurance #CTE #FutureLeaders #StudentSuccess #CareerReady
Featuring Tanya Sanger
A big thank you to Tanya Sanger for speaking with our Money & Business students about risk, insurance, and protecting a business for the long term.
Tanya gave students a real-world look at the risks business owners face — from liability concerns to long-term financial exposure — and explained why proper coverage and planning matter. She also highlighted the importance of relationships, trust, and truly understanding a client’s needs, showing students that success in her field goes far beyond simply selling policies.
Her experience and insight gave students a valuable perspective on business protection, professionalism, and building lasting client relationships.
Thank you for taking the time to invest in and inspire our students! 👏📈
@MerchNCTA
#NCTA #MoneyAndBusiness #GuestSpeakerSeries #BusinessEducation #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Insurance #CTE #FutureLeaders #StudentSuccess #CareerReady
This is Maritime 🌊⚓ Video Link
Caring for our environment is a critical part of the maritime industry, and it takes dedicated professionals to make it happen.
Meet Kristin Evered, Environmental Project Manager.
Kristin develops and maintains habitat sites at the Port of Tacoma and supports a range of environmental programs, helping protect and restore the ecosystems that surround our working waterfront.
Her work connects to Maritime|253’s sustainability pathway, showing students how environmental careers can make a lasting impact in their own community.
NEWTech Prep
Ceremony Link:
June 3rd! @ 6:30 PM PDT
Join us for our Medical Programs Pinning Ceremony!
We are excited to celebrate our students and recognize their hard work, growth, and commitment to the medical field. Families, friends, and community members are invited to watch the ceremony online through the livestream link below:
https://vimeo.com/event/1305191
We look forward to celebrating this important milestone with our students.
Ceremony Link:
June 3rd! @ 6:30 PM PDT
Join us for our Medical Programs Pinning Ceremony!
We are excited to celebrate our students and recognize their hard work, growth, and commitment to the medical field. Families, friends, and community members are invited to watch the ceremony online through the livestream link below:
https://vimeo.com/event/1305191
We look forward to celebrating this important milestone with our students.
NEWTech Prep
Congratulations to our NEWTech Automotive students for earning multiple ASE Entry-Level certifications.
These are industry-recognized credentials that show a high level of technical knowledge, commitment, and career readiness in automotive service. Their accomplishments reflect the skill, work ethic, and employability we strive to build in every student.
Great work, Evan, Alexander, Luke, Micah, Gage, and Kale!
Congratulations to our NEWTech Automotive students for earning multiple ASE Entry-Level certifications.
These are industry-recognized credentials that show a high level of technical knowledge, commitment, and career readiness in automotive service. Their accomplishments reflect the skill, work ethic, and employability we strive to build in every student.
Great work, Evan, Alexander, Luke, Micah, Gage, and Kale!
Cascadia Technical Academyu
Marketing & Graphic Design Intern
Jasmine Tsibikova has been an incredible addition to our team over the last six weeks as a Business Principles intern at Cascadia Tech. “Jasmine quickly became an essential part of our team,” Communications Coordinator Wendy Anderson said. “I could not have completed the memory book without her support, attention to detail, and willingness to take initiative.”
Through her internship, Jasmine gained hands-on experience in every stage of the production process, from photography and design to memory book planning and production. Her passion for the work also led to an additional internship opportunity with the Evergreen Print Center, where she gained firsthand experience with print production and fulfillment. The team shared, "We wish we had more time! We love Jasmine's enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for learning. Her communication skills are exceptional and her positive attitude is infectious. 6 weeks was not long enough and our team is going to miss her."
Jasmine shared, "After graduation, I plan to look for a job that focuses on graphic design/illustration. I will also be working on getting my bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies online, as well as certifying in a few Adobe programs. My ultimate goal is to incorporate my faith in Jesus Christ with my art.
Marketing & Graphic Design Intern
Jasmine Tsibikova has been an incredible addition to our team over the last six weeks as a Business Principles intern at Cascadia Tech. “Jasmine quickly became an essential part of our team,” Communications Coordinator Wendy Anderson said. “I could not have completed the memory book without her support, attention to detail, and willingness to take initiative.”
Through her internship, Jasmine gained hands-on experience in every stage of the production process, from photography and design to memory book planning and production. Her passion for the work also led to an additional internship opportunity with the Evergreen Print Center, where she gained firsthand experience with print production and fulfillment. The team shared, "We wish we had more time! We love Jasmine's enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for learning. Her communication skills are exceptional and her positive attitude is infectious. 6 weeks was not long enough and our team is going to miss her."
Jasmine shared, "After graduation, I plan to look for a job that focuses on graphic design/illustration. I will also be working on getting my bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies online, as well as certifying in a few Adobe programs. My ultimate goal is to incorporate my faith in Jesus Christ with my art.
✈️ Hands-on learning is taking shape in the NCTA Core Plus Aerospace program!
Students Jake and Tytus are hard at work creating a new FOD (Foreign Object Debris) tray mold. In this stage of the process, they are carefully applying tooling gel coat, which serves as the base layer and helps ensure a smooth, durable mold surface.
Projects like this give students valuable experience with aerospace manufacturing techniques, materials, and industry-standard processes while building skills that translate directly to the workforce.
#NCTA #CorePlusAerospace #CareerConnectedLearning #HandsOnLearning #FutureAerospaceProfessionals AerospaceManufacturing CTE SkagitValleyCollege ✈️🔧🛩️
Students Jake and Tytus are hard at work creating a new FOD (Foreign Object Debris) tray mold. In this stage of the process, they are carefully applying tooling gel coat, which serves as the base layer and helps ensure a smooth, durable mold surface.
Projects like this give students valuable experience with aerospace manufacturing techniques, materials, and industry-standard processes while building skills that translate directly to the workforce.
#NCTA #CorePlusAerospace #CareerConnectedLearning #HandsOnLearning #FutureAerospaceProfessionals AerospaceManufacturing CTE SkagitValleyCollege ✈️🔧🛩️
Puget Sound Skills Center
New Market Skills Center
FREE Haircuts & $5 Blowouts for the month of June at our NM Salon!
Call 360-570-4486 or email: NMSC.cosmo@tumwater.k12.wa.us to book!
FREE Haircuts & $5 Blowouts for the month of June at our NM Salon!
Call 360-570-4486 or email: NMSC.cosmo@tumwater.k12.wa.us to book!
The Spring Advisory Board was once again a tremendous success. This year's theme, Midnight in Paris, set the stage for a fun and magical evening enjoyed by all who attended.
Our CBTECH Culinary Arts program catered the event, treating guests to an impressive selection of delicious creations that showcased the talent and dedication of our students and instructors.
Industry leaders, business partners, and community members came together to provide valuable feedback and guidance to our advisory boards. Their insights play a vital role in helping CBTECH programs remain current, relevant, and aligned with workforce expectations, ensuring our students are well prepared for future careers.
The evening was also a bittersweet one, as Christine Armstrong announced her retirement after years of dedicated service to CBTECH. She also introduced Chad Utter as the next CBTECH Director, marking an exciting new chapter for CBTECH while celebrating Christine's lasting impact and contributions.
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La Junta Asesora de Primavera fue una vez más un gran éxito. El tema de este año, Medianoche en París, creó el ambiente perfecto para una velada divertida y mágica que todos los asistentes disfrutaron.
Nuestro programa de Artes Culinarias de CBTECH estuvo a cargo del servicio de alimentos, deleitando a los invitados con una impresionante variedad de deliciosas creaciones que demostraron el talento y la dedicación de nuestros estudiantes e instructores.
Líderes de la industria, socios comerciales y miembros de la comunidad se reunieron para brindar valiosos comentarios y orientación a nuestras juntas asesoras. Sus aportes desempeñan un papel fundamental para garantizar que los programas de CBTECH se mantengan actualizados, relevantes y alineados con las expectativas del mundo laboral, preparando a nuestros estudiantes para el éxito en sus futuras carreras.
La noche también estuvo llena de emociones encontradas, ya que Christine Armstrong anunció su jubilación después de años de servicio y dedicación a CBTECH. Asimismo, presentó a Chad Utter como el próximo director de CBTECH, marcando el inicio de una nueva etapa para CBTECH mientras celebramos el impacto y legado que Christine deja en nuestra comunidad.
Our CBTECH Culinary Arts program catered the event, treating guests to an impressive selection of delicious creations that showcased the talent and dedication of our students and instructors.
Industry leaders, business partners, and community members came together to provide valuable feedback and guidance to our advisory boards. Their insights play a vital role in helping CBTECH programs remain current, relevant, and aligned with workforce expectations, ensuring our students are well prepared for future careers.
The evening was also a bittersweet one, as Christine Armstrong announced her retirement after years of dedicated service to CBTECH. She also introduced Chad Utter as the next CBTECH Director, marking an exciting new chapter for CBTECH while celebrating Christine's lasting impact and contributions.
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La Junta Asesora de Primavera fue una vez más un gran éxito. El tema de este año, Medianoche en París, creó el ambiente perfecto para una velada divertida y mágica que todos los asistentes disfrutaron.
Nuestro programa de Artes Culinarias de CBTECH estuvo a cargo del servicio de alimentos, deleitando a los invitados con una impresionante variedad de deliciosas creaciones que demostraron el talento y la dedicación de nuestros estudiantes e instructores.
Líderes de la industria, socios comerciales y miembros de la comunidad se reunieron para brindar valiosos comentarios y orientación a nuestras juntas asesoras. Sus aportes desempeñan un papel fundamental para garantizar que los programas de CBTECH se mantengan actualizados, relevantes y alineados con las expectativas del mundo laboral, preparando a nuestros estudiantes para el éxito en sus futuras carreras.
La noche también estuvo llena de emociones encontradas, ya que Christine Armstrong anunció su jubilación después de años de servicio y dedicación a CBTECH. Asimismo, presentó a Chad Utter como el próximo director de CBTECH, marcando el inicio de una nueva etapa para CBTECH mientras celebramos el impacto y legado que Christine deja en nuestra comunidad.
