Allied Health
In the Allied Health program, students gain hands-on experience through advanced skills practice, patient assessments, and vital sign monitoring. Learning extends beyond the classroom with a visit to Bellingham Technical College, where students explore real medical facilities. A simulated childbirth activity also gives students a powerful glimpse into real-world patient care, highlighting the program’s engaging and career-focused approach.
#Simulatedchildbirth #BTC #facilitestour
In the Allied Health program, students gain hands-on experience through advanced skills practice, patient assessments, and vital sign monitoring. Learning extends beyond the classroom with a visit to Bellingham Technical College, where students explore real medical facilities. A simulated childbirth activity also gives students a powerful glimpse into real-world patient care, highlighting the program’s engaging and career-focused approach.
#Simulatedchildbirth #BTC #facilitestour
NEWTech Prep
Omar, a second-year welding student, has spent the year working four days a week at JK Corporation, sharpening his skills in stainless steel TIG welding. Pictured here at @boisestateuniversity Omar helped build hood enclosures and freezer enclosures for the stadium. #connecteithnewtech #workbasedlearning #weldingfabrication
Omar, a second-year welding student, has spent the year working four days a week at JK Corporation, sharpening his skills in stainless steel TIG welding. Pictured here at @boisestateuniversity Omar helped build hood enclosures and freezer enclosures for the stadium. #connecteithnewtech #workbasedlearning #weldingfabrication
Tri-Tech Skills Center
A huge thank you to our incredible business and industry partners for volunteering your time to participate in our Mock Interview Event last Friday.
Because of your support, our students had the opportunity to experience real-world practice interviews with professionals working in the very industries they are preparing to enter. Your guidance, encouragement, and honest feedback gave our students valuable insight and helped build the confidence they need for their future careers.
We truly appreciate your partnership and your commitment to helping prepare the next generation of skilled professionals.
#CareerReady #SkillsCenter #CommunityPartnership #StudentSuccess
A huge thank you to our incredible business and industry partners for volunteering your time to participate in our Mock Interview Event last Friday.
Because of your support, our students had the opportunity to experience real-world practice interviews with professionals working in the very industries they are preparing to enter. Your guidance, encouragement, and honest feedback gave our students valuable insight and helped build the confidence they need for their future careers.
We truly appreciate your partnership and your commitment to helping prepare the next generation of skilled professionals.
#CareerReady #SkillsCenter #CommunityPartnership #StudentSuccess
Spokane Valley Tech
Now we'd love to share SVT's SkillsUSA State update from Sal, our SkillsUSA Adviser/Advanced Manufacturing & Electronics Technology Instructor:
Our students truly embodied "Champions at Work" this past week! 🏆Spokane Valley Tech took 10 students to the SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference, and we are thrilled to announce that they returned with an incredible 12 medals and a newly elected State Officer.
💡The Highlights...
New State Officer: Please join me in congratulating Abby Hill! Abby and I will represent Washington State as part of the State Delegation at Nationals this June.🎉
Triple Medalist: Leela Shah has made school history as SVT’s first-ever triple medalist at a State Conference! 🎖🎖🎖
Photos and Full Results: The energy at the event was electric, and photographers captured every moment. The first photo will show all our winners (some winning in multiple categories). 📸I am incredibly proud of the hard work, technical skill, and leadership these students displayed.
Photos courtesy of WA State SkillsUSA. Thank you Sal for sharing this update. We are proud of our students as well too!! Students, be sure to congratulate your SkillsUSA State winners you see around school.
Now we'd love to share SVT's SkillsUSA State update from Sal, our SkillsUSA Adviser/Advanced Manufacturing & Electronics Technology Instructor:
Our students truly embodied "Champions at Work" this past week! 🏆Spokane Valley Tech took 10 students to the SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference, and we are thrilled to announce that they returned with an incredible 12 medals and a newly elected State Officer.
💡The Highlights...
New State Officer: Please join me in congratulating Abby Hill! Abby and I will represent Washington State as part of the State Delegation at Nationals this June.🎉
Triple Medalist: Leela Shah has made school history as SVT’s first-ever triple medalist at a State Conference! 🎖🎖🎖
Photos and Full Results: The energy at the event was electric, and photographers captured every moment. The first photo will show all our winners (some winning in multiple categories). 📸I am incredibly proud of the hard work, technical skill, and leadership these students displayed.
Photos courtesy of WA State SkillsUSA. Thank you Sal for sharing this update. We are proud of our students as well too!! Students, be sure to congratulate your SkillsUSA State winners you see around school.
Future builders, makers, and innovators got a firsthand look at their future! 🔧✈️⚓
At NCTA’s See Yourself Here Day on our Anacortes campus, students explored what it’s really like to be part of our Core Plus Construction, Aerospace, and Maritime programs. From hands-on activities to meeting instructors and students, the day was all about discovering pathways and possibilities.
This is more than school—it’s real skills, real experience, and a head start on a career.
Ready to see yourself here?
#SeeYourselfHere #NCTA #CareerReady #CTE #handsontraining
At NCTA’s See Yourself Here Day on our Anacortes campus, students explored what it’s really like to be part of our Core Plus Construction, Aerospace, and Maritime programs. From hands-on activities to meeting instructors and students, the day was all about discovering pathways and possibilities.
This is more than school—it’s real skills, real experience, and a head start on a career.
Ready to see yourself here?
#SeeYourselfHere #NCTA #CareerReady #CTE #handsontraining
NEWTech Prep
Congratulations to Dylan, a NEWTech and Riverside High School student, for earning 1st place at the Washington State SkillsUSA Championships. This is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of his skill, hard work, and commitment to the trade.
We also want to recognize Max, a former NEWTech student and current Riverside High School student, for his strong performance and for representing his school well. We are proud of both students for the way they competed and represented their programs on the state stage.
#SkillsUSA #NEWTechPrep #RiversideHighSchool #CTE #Carpentry #StudentSuccess #WashingtonState
Congratulations to Dylan, a NEWTech and Riverside High School student, for earning 1st place at the Washington State SkillsUSA Championships. This is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of his skill, hard work, and commitment to the trade.
We also want to recognize Max, a former NEWTech student and current Riverside High School student, for his strong performance and for representing his school well. We are proud of both students for the way they competed and represented their programs on the state stage.
#SkillsUSA #NEWTechPrep #RiversideHighSchool #CTE #Carpentry #StudentSuccess #WashingtonState
WALLA WALLA CTE
We welcomed 8th grade students to SEATech and Wa-Hi for program tours!
Students had the opportunity to explore our programs, participate in hands-on activities, and connect with our amazing teachers and current students. 🚧 🚓🍎🔩🎥🩺🚜📷🖥️🔬
We welcomed 8th grade students to SEATech and Wa-Hi for program tours!
Students had the opportunity to explore our programs, participate in hands-on activities, and connect with our amazing teachers and current students. 🚧 🚓🍎🔩🎥🩺🚜📷🖥️🔬
Get Ready for NCTA’s 5th Annual Kitchen Wars!
Three NCTA Programs Collaborate for Culinary Clash
Mark your calendar for May 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM as Northwest Career and Technical Academy hosts the 5th Annual Kitchen Wars at its campus, 2205 W Campus Pl in Mount Vernon. With only 150 tickets available and a sellout crowd last year, this is an event you will not want to miss.
Kitchen Wars showcases the incredible talent of NCTA students across the Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry, and Money and Business Marketing programs. This year features 18 student teams, including 14 culinary teams and 4 baking and pastry teams, all competing in a high energy, real world restaurant challenge.
Culinary Year Two students take the lead by developing their own restaurant concepts and business plans, then bringing them to life through creative, competition ready dishes. Money & Business students assist by creating marketing plans and organizing this flagship event. Guests can expect an evening full of innovation, flavor, and entrepreneurship while supporting the next generation of industry professionals.
Secure your spot before tickets sell out again!
Tickets - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nctas-kitchen-wars-2026-tickets-1987542084879?aff=ebdssbpointsofinterest
Three NCTA Programs Collaborate for Culinary Clash
Mark your calendar for May 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM as Northwest Career and Technical Academy hosts the 5th Annual Kitchen Wars at its campus, 2205 W Campus Pl in Mount Vernon. With only 150 tickets available and a sellout crowd last year, this is an event you will not want to miss.
Kitchen Wars showcases the incredible talent of NCTA students across the Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry, and Money and Business Marketing programs. This year features 18 student teams, including 14 culinary teams and 4 baking and pastry teams, all competing in a high energy, real world restaurant challenge.
Culinary Year Two students take the lead by developing their own restaurant concepts and business plans, then bringing them to life through creative, competition ready dishes. Money & Business students assist by creating marketing plans and organizing this flagship event. Guests can expect an evening full of innovation, flavor, and entrepreneurship while supporting the next generation of industry professionals.
Secure your spot before tickets sell out again!
Tickets - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nctas-kitchen-wars-2026-tickets-1987542084879?aff=ebdssbpointsofinterest
NEWTech Prep
Day 2 of the Penny War and we are off to a strong start. Watt? It looks like Electrical is taking an early lead. Keep those pennies coming and let the competition continue.
Day 2 of the Penny War and we are off to a strong start. Watt? It looks like Electrical is taking an early lead. Keep those pennies coming and let the competition continue.
District Takes Strategic, Long-Term Approach to 2026–2027 Budget Planning
April 22, 2026
Assistant Superintendent Chris Gardea and Business Services Director Janette Jeffris provided the Walla Walla Public Schools Board of Directors with an update on the General Fund budget development for the 2026–2027 school year, highlighting a continued focus on fiscal responsibility amid declining enrollment.
District projections anticipate a decrease of approximately 115 full-time equivalent (FTE) students next year. In response, budget planning efforts have remained closely aligned with enrollment trends, reflecting a multi-year strategy to gradually adjust staffing levels and control expenditures.
Gardea and Jeffris noted that the district’s disciplined financial approach has positioned WWPS to consistently meet the Board’s requirement of maintaining an 8 to 10 percent reserve. This stability has been achieved through thoughtful planning and proactive staffing adjustments over several years.
Looking ahead, enrollment is expected to decline by at least 100 students annually for the next several years. As a result, additional staffing reductions will be necessary. District leaders emphasized that these reductions are being managed strategically, primarily through attrition, by not filling certain positions following retirements or separations. This approach minimizes the need for formal reductions in force.
District leadership also expressed appreciation for staff members who have demonstrated flexibility by taking on new roles and assignments to support evolving operational needs. In addition, bargaining groups were recognized for securing three-year agreements, which provide greater predictability in forecasting expenditures during a period of constrained resources.
Budget development will continue in the coming months, with a final proposal scheduled for Board consideration and approval in July.
April 22, 2026
Assistant Superintendent Chris Gardea and Business Services Director Janette Jeffris provided the Walla Walla Public Schools Board of Directors with an update on the General Fund budget development for the 2026–2027 school year, highlighting a continued focus on fiscal responsibility amid declining enrollment.
District projections anticipate a decrease of approximately 115 full-time equivalent (FTE) students next year. In response, budget planning efforts have remained closely aligned with enrollment trends, reflecting a multi-year strategy to gradually adjust staffing levels and control expenditures.
Gardea and Jeffris noted that the district’s disciplined financial approach has positioned WWPS to consistently meet the Board’s requirement of maintaining an 8 to 10 percent reserve. This stability has been achieved through thoughtful planning and proactive staffing adjustments over several years.
Looking ahead, enrollment is expected to decline by at least 100 students annually for the next several years. As a result, additional staffing reductions will be necessary. District leaders emphasized that these reductions are being managed strategically, primarily through attrition, by not filling certain positions following retirements or separations. This approach minimizes the need for formal reductions in force.
District leadership also expressed appreciation for staff members who have demonstrated flexibility by taking on new roles and assignments to support evolving operational needs. In addition, bargaining groups were recognized for securing three-year agreements, which provide greater predictability in forecasting expenditures during a period of constrained resources.
Budget development will continue in the coming months, with a final proposal scheduled for Board consideration and approval in July.
Tri-Tech Skills Center
Wow—another amazing GRITT Camp in the books! 💪
We’ve been proud to host this incredible event since 2009, and every year continues to impress. Our campers show up ready to learn and grow, NAWIC volunteers go above and beyond, and the apprentice training programs, members, and apprentices truly make the magic happen.
A special thank you to our Tri-Tech Skills Center behind-the-scenes heroes—Ryan Coe, Will Thompson, Robert Lozano, AJ Spaniel, Ken Kessie, and Tressia Nowlin—we couldn’t do it without you.
Tri-Tech is proud to partner with incredible organizations like GRITT (Girls Rock in the Trades) and the Sodexo Future Chef Competition to create meaningful, hands-on opportunities for students.
#GRITT #GirlsRockInTheTrades #CTEWorks #SkilledTrades #FutureReady #WorkforceDevelopment #WomenInTrades #CareerConnectedLearning #HandsOnLearning #ThankYou #CommunityStrongThank you also to our Tri-Tech behind the scenes heroes, Ryan Coe, Will Thompson, Robert Lozano, AJ Spaniel, Ken Kessie and Tressia Nowlin.
Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center
*TUESDAY APRIL 28th is the DEADLINE to preorder your yearbook*
Get yours today!
*TUESDAY APRIL 28th is the DEADLINE to preorder your yearbook*
Get yours today!
New Market Skills Center
Congrats to our New Market SkillsUSA State winners! This is a huge accomplishment, and we are proud of our students! Our very own Construction Instructor, Adam Shell, also received the "Catalyst Award" for building student leadership, participation, bringing energy, innovation, and momentum to his program!
Congratulations to everyone!!!
Congrats to our New Market SkillsUSA State winners! This is a huge accomplishment, and we are proud of our students! Our very own Construction Instructor, Adam Shell, also received the "Catalyst Award" for building student leadership, participation, bringing energy, innovation, and momentum to his program!
Congratulations to everyone!!!
NEWTech Prep
Nina is interning four days a week at Northview Family Dental. Over the years, Northview has been incredibly supportive in mentoring our interns and providing valuable hands-on learning opportunities. Nina is loving her time there and enjoys working closely with the dental assistants while gaining experience in the clinic.#connectwithnewtech #dentalcareers
Nina is interning four days a week at Northview Family Dental. Over the years, Northview has been incredibly supportive in mentoring our interns and providing valuable hands-on learning opportunities. Nina is loving her time there and enjoys working closely with the dental assistants while gaining experience in the clinic.#connectwithnewtech #dentalcareers
Spokane Valley Tech
Happy Earth Day! 🌍
Did you know that collective action often starts with simple awareness? 💡 Buratto's Environmental Innovations class took over the SVT hallways today with posters highlighting Earth Day 2026. Their goal: to spark conversations about how we can innovate our daily habits to better protect our planet.
Great work, future environmental leaders!
#SVTInnovates #EarthDay2026 #EnvironmentalInnovations #CVSD #StudentVoices #Sustainability #CTE #SpokaneValley #weareSVT #SVT
Happy Earth Day! 🌍
Did you know that collective action often starts with simple awareness? 💡 Buratto's Environmental Innovations class took over the SVT hallways today with posters highlighting Earth Day 2026. Their goal: to spark conversations about how we can innovate our daily habits to better protect our planet.
Great work, future environmental leaders!
#SVTInnovates #EarthDay2026 #EnvironmentalInnovations #CVSD #StudentVoices #Sustainability #CTE #SpokaneValley #weareSVT #SVT
Huge shout out to former NCTA rock star, Caroline, for hosting our SkillsUSA team and showing them around her campus! From Burlington-Edison HS to NCTA’s Applied Medical Science program to Skagit Valley College to now thriving at Pacific Lutheran University, Caroline is a powerful example of what’s possible. Full circle moments like this remind us what learning, leadership, and opportunity look like in action.
NEWTech Prep
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Our Café and Bistro is open this week only on Wednesday, April 22, and Thursday, April 23, from 9:00–10:00 a.m. and 12:00–1:00 p.m.
If you plan to visit, please check in at the front office for a visitor pass, or call ahead for sit-down service.
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SEATech Skills Center is now accepting applications for Summer 2026 Programs. All programs are open to current 8-11th graders. Courses include Crime Scene to Courtroom, Filmmakers Boot Camp, Introduction to Manufacturing, and Health Summer Program.
Scan the QR code or Register at bit.ly/seatechsummer2026, or visit our enrollment page https://myseatech.org/enrollment.
Priority registration ends on May 1.
SEATech Skills Center is now accepting applications for Summer 2026 Programs. All programs are open to current 8-11th graders. Courses include Crime Scene to Courtroom, Filmmakers Boot Camp, Introduction to Manufacturing, and Health Summer Program.
Scan the QR code or Register at bit.ly/seatechsummer2026, or visit our enrollment page https://myseatech.org/enrollment.
Priority registration ends on May 1.
NEWTech Prep
T-Money and G-Money are officially in the building. Mrs. Talbot and Mrs. Gonzalez kicked off day one of our Penny War ASB fundraiser in support of investED and our student company picnic celebration. #connectwithnewtech
T-Money and G-Money are officially in the building. Mrs. Talbot and Mrs. Gonzalez kicked off day one of our Penny War ASB fundraiser in support of investED and our student company picnic celebration. #connectwithnewtech
FITE Fire and EMS
We are so proud of these New Market FITErs for representing FITE well this weekend at Skills USA! All 4 students performed great, and Wilson even took home 2nd place!
Pictured: Breanna, Nolan, Kameron and Wilson.
We are so proud of these New Market FITErs for representing FITE well this weekend at Skills USA! All 4 students performed great, and Wilson even took home 2nd place!
Pictured: Breanna, Nolan, Kameron and Wilson.
