WANIC Programs
About Cisco Networking
YouTube Video Link
This is a full year 3-period Skill Center class (3 high school credits).
Year 1: Discover how to design, build, manage, and troubleshoot corporate enterprise networks. Learn mitigation of security threats, cybersecurity threat management, and advanced troubleshooting skills with a major emphasis on hands-on learning. Each day half the class time is spent working in a state-of-the-art networking lab. Students take the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam at the completion of the course.
Year 2: This advanced curriculum trains students to install, configure, and operate local and wide area networks using protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, AAA, IPv6, MPLS, STP, DSL, VTP, Gigabit, and 10 Gigabit Ethernet. This course makes extensive use of labs to focus on developing skills to build campus networks using multilayer switching technologies, creating and deploying a global intranet, and troubleshooting. Aspects of Voice-over-IP (VoIP) and Cisco Unified Communication Manager will be covered as well as aspects of VMWare and Microsoft virtualization of servers. Students also gain experience in setting up and configuring Microsoft Server products. Students take the Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) exams at the completion of the course.
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https://wanic.lwsd.org
11605 132nd Ave. NE, Ste. A108
Kirkland, WA 98034
425.739.8400
wanic@lwsd.org
YV-Tech - Yakima Valley Technical Skills Center
Program Info
About Nursing
Program Experience
Deliver high-quality patient care as a critical member of a professional healthcare team in a wide range of clinical settings
Experience the joy and satisfaction of helping others with the activities of daily living in long-term care settings, hospitals and other healthcare facilities
Apply advanced health care concepts, processes and diagnostic procedures
Career Focus
Prepared for state NAC licensure, immediate employment, and further education
Opportunities
Clinicals
Certifications
College Credit
Learn More:
yvhttps://yvtech.ysd7.org
1120 S. 18th Street
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 573-5500
Core Plus Aerospace
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Meet Jackson K., a participant in the Student Development Program at Boeing in Washington from the Puget Sound Skills Center .
What’s your Student Development Program experience been like?
“My experience as a whole has been amazing for my career. I’m proud of accomplishing the fact that I’m in this Student Development Program and it’s setting me up for so many different career paths.”
Cascadia Tech Academy
About Diesel Technology
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The Diesel Technology program is a two-year program designed to prepare students, both male and female, for entry-level positions in the heavy equipment industry or to prepare them in furthering their education/training.
Students enrolled in the Diesel Technology program will learn operation theory, maintenance and repair of large trucks and off-road equipment. The systems studied will include electrical, hydraulic, engines, air systems, brakes, and preventative maintenance. Emphasis is placed on the safe operation of hand and power tools, overhead crane, and forklift trucks.
After acquiring the fundamental skills of the trade, students will perform maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment and trucks.
Along with technical material, this program will include units on leadership, communication skills, goal setting, problem solving, conflict resolution, and responsible decision-making.
Program Benefits:
3 High School credits
High School credit equivalencies. A current list is available at cascadiatechnicalacademy.org/high-school-credit-equivalencies. See your sending school counselor for eligibility.
Competency Certificate
Entry level job skills
Preparation for next level of education/training
Successful completion of the program, with a grade of “B” or higher, may result in college credits
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www.cascadiatechnicalacademy.org
12200 NE 28th Street
Vancouver, WA 98682
360.604.1050
info@cascadiatechnicalacademy.org
Welcome back to the 2026-2027 school year!! In addition, we want to say thank you to all our students and families who took the time to come to back to school night on Monday. We had a great turnout.🎉
We can't wait to see you all tomorrow at 7:50 am. The schedule is listed tomorrow, but that is not our typical schedule. It is so you can meet all your teachers. The regular schedule is posted after, it is also on our website, and was sent out in an email.
Two other notes: Skill center classes start THURSDAY the 27th. If you have skill center, you don't need to be there yet or until your academy classes. #2: SVT does not have late start ever.
See you all tomorrow!! Do not hesitate to ask a staff member or fellow Innovator for help. You will find the SVT community is something very special. 💡😊🏫
WVTech Renovation Preview: Tomorrow, Wenatchee Valley Tech opens its doors to several new modern spaces for students thanks to a $14 million grant from the state. We tagged along with Superintendent Kalahar for a sneak peek of these future-ready spaces before students arrive.
⚕Medical Occupations and 🪥Dental Assisting have new industry-standard classrooms, labs, and equipment
👩🍳Culinary is getting a new cafe and conference/classroom space
👨🏾🚒Fire Science's new smoke tower and learning spaces will replicate what it feels like to be in a smoke filled building and fire station.
#WeareWenatchee #FutureReady #BuildingForLearning #wvtech #cte
WANIC Programs
About Building Industry Technologies Core Plus Construction
YouTube Video Link
This is a full year 3-period Skill Center class (3 high school credits).
Work with industry experts who provide professional knowledge and first-hand experience. Utilize different materials and methods, fasteners and adhesives, learn to safely operate the various industry tools, and learn jobsite safety and OSHA requirements.
Design and carry out hands-on skills in practices such as rigging, lifting, and safely moving a load utilizing principles of mechanical advantage. Read, understand, and interpret basic plan sets and engineering drawings. Apply academic concepts such as math and physics for a well-designed project, key concepts in plumbing and electrical, along with energy utilization and energy efficiencies.
Learn about a variety of project management approaches. Feel prepared to find employment in the field or continue at a post-secondary institution. Qualified students may enroll in the Construction Management Program at the University of Washington upon graduation.
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https://wanic.lwsd.org
11605 132nd Ave. NE, Ste. A108
Kirkland, WA 98034
425.739.8400
wanic@lwsd.org
YV-Tech - Yakima Valley Technical Skills Center
Program Info
About Machining & Industrial Mechanics
Program Experience
Learn precision measurement, machining, and CNC skills - which includes planning and making precision finished parts from raw materials. Machines included in the class are lathes, mills, and CNC (computer numerical control) machines
Repair, maintain, and operate advanced automated control systems needed in a variety of industries
Learn to produces unique problem solving and automated solutions from concept to completionPrepared for immediate employment, apprenticeship completion, advanced certifications, and college program preparation
Career Focus
Prepared for immediate employment and further education
Opportunities
3RD YR MATH CREDIT
APPRENTICESHIPS
CERTIFICATIONS
COLLEGE CREDIT
Learn More:
yvhttps://yvtech.ysd7.org
1120 S. 18th Street
Yakima, WA 98901
(509) 573-5500
Cascadia Tech Academy
About Dental
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The Dental class is a one-year program, with the option of a second year advanced class, established to provide students, both men and women, with the skills, knowledge, and attitudes required by the dental profession to work in a dental environment.
The program will teach students the skills necessary to work in a dental practice in various roles. Over 50% of the instruction in this program is devoted to hands-on experience in the on-site dental clinic. The remaining portion of the instruction will be devoted to building professionalism skills, traditional chairside dental assisting duties, dental x-rays, dental materials, terminology, safety issues, and career development. Students completing the dental program will have entry level skills in dental and will be encouraged to further their training at a post-secondary institution or dental environment.
The second year program will take the basic skills learned in the first year and narrow the focus on more complex, advanced skills associated with expanded function dental assistant. Students will prepare to take two sections of the Certified Dental Assisting National Board examination (www.danb.org) to be on task to obtain their CDA certificate. The prerequisite for the second year program is successful completion of the first year program and instructor recommendation.
Students enrolling in the Dental program will learn:
Professionalism Skills
Communication
Interpersonal relationship skills with patients, co-workers, and dentists
Student and group leadership
Chairside Dental Assisting Skills
Silver and tooth colored fillings
Tooth removal
Temporary fillings and temporary crowns (second year)
Impressions
Patient education in oral hygiene instruction
Coronal polishing
Fluoride treatment
Sealant application
Front office reception skills with EagleSoft dental software
Dental laboratory techniques
Models
Teeth whitening trays
Dental sterilization and disinfection procedures
Dental anatomy and terminology
Preventive dentistry and nutrition
Dental radiology, digital and traditional
Learn More
www.cascadiatechnicalacademy.org
12200 NE 28th Street
Vancouver, WA 98682
360.604.1050
info@cascadiatechnicalacademy.org
Congratulations to our own Jessica Johnson on receiving the Honorary American FFA Degree—the highest degree bestowed by the National FFA Organization! 💙💛
This incredible honor recognizes Jessica’s outstanding contributions to agricultural education and FFA. We are so proud of her dedication to helping the next generation of leaders grow and succeed. Congratulations, Jessica!
We’re excited to kick off the 2026–27 school year!
We’re looking forward to another year filled with exciting classes, hands-on learning, new opportunities, and successful programs through WWPS CTE! We can’t wait to see what our students accomplish this year.
Core Plus Aerospace
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Meet Jaiden H. a participant in the Student Development Program at Boeing in Washington from Pierce County Skills Center and Sumner High School in the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District.
What is something useful you learned in the Student Development Program?
“This program has taught me a lot of manufacturing skills that I'll be able to use for the future like mechanical assembly, drilling, and riveting. I’ve also learned that there's so many different opportunities out there.”
We’ve restructured our culinary department to give students a more focused, industry-connected experience across three key areas:
Eric Cook — Hospitality and Restaurant Management
Leading students in hospitality, service, and the business side of the food and beverage industry.
Nick Lavrov — Savory Chef
Leading our savory culinary program and helping students build the technical skills, professionalism, and creativity needed in a commercial kitchen.
Sherane Prish — Pastry Chef
Leading our baking and pastry program, with a focus on professional baking techniques, pastry arts, and production.
We’re excited about what this team will bring to our students and the opportunities ahead as we continue building a culinary program that reflects the skills, expectations, and experiences of today’s hospitality industry.
Here’s to a great school year!
#connectwithnewtech
WANIC Programs
About Baking & Pastry
YouTube Video Link
This is a full year 3-period Skill Center class (3 high school credits). In this advanced course, students learn the techniques of mixing, shaping, and folding while applying the science and math behind baking. Students practice how to successfully make quick breads, decorated cakes, pies, mousses, sauces, custards, frozen desserts, cookies, and confections. They gain expertise in highly skilled techniques such as sugar decorating and chocolate garnishing in a well-equipped, industry-standard kitchen and prepare food for student presentations, school functions, and community service events.
This course includes classroom instruction and practical lab work in a commercial kitchen.
Learn More
https://wanic.lwsd.org
11605 132nd Ave. NE, Ste. A108
Kirkland, WA 98034
425.739.8400
wanic@lwsd.org
Technology plays a vital role in the maritime industry, helping keep operations together and moving forward.
Meet Yvonna Peterson, IT Support Specialist.
Yvonna supports the technology systems used by the Port of Tacoma and The Northwest Seaport Alliance, helping employees stay connected and productive across port operations. Her work connects to Maritime|253’s Technology pathway, showing students how technical skills and hands-on learning can lead to rewarding careers in the maritime industry.
Link in bio to learn more about Maritime|253 and explore career opportunities for students.
Cascadia Tech Academy
About Applied Culinary, Baking & Pastry Arts
YouTube Video Link
Do you have a passion for the restaurant industry? Do you like a fast paced learning environment? Can you take the heat with multiple tasks happening all at once? This college integrated program will propel you to the next level of becoming a culinary professional! It is highly recommended to tour while class is in operation to fully comprehend what this program is about. Reach out to your counselor to sign up.
The Culinary, Baking, and Pastry Arts program is American Culinary Federation (ACF) accredited and a recognized training facility of the Federation of Dining Room Professionals (FDRP). It is a two-year program designed to allow students to experience all aspects of the culinary arts and restaurant industries while working in a full service restaurant that is open to the public.
Culinary students will:
Receive on-the-job training in a full service restaurant
Learn foundational skills to be employed in this fast-paced profession
Work special events throughout the year
Stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time
Gain leadership skills
Learn from industry respected professionals and a nationally recognized chef
Experience comradery within the classroom and develop successful teamwork skills
Have the opportunity to earn a variety of certificates
Learn More
www.cascadiatechnicalacademy.org
12200 NE 28th Street
Vancouver, WA 98682
360.604.1050
info@cascadiatechnicalacademy.org
