🔬🕵️ Science and technology are at the heart of modern criminal justice, and our Criminal Justice students are getting hands-on experience with the techniques used by real crime scene investigators.
Students first created mock crime scenes before switching with another team to process the scene. They documented evidence, dusted for fingerprints, collected DNA swabs, properly packaged evidence, and developed theories based on the physical evidence they uncovered.
The activity was led by their instructor, former Major Crimes Detective turned high school teacher, Mr. Burnette, who taught students the same fundamental crime scene processing techniques used by investigators in the field.
At NCTA, students don’t just learn about criminal justice—they experience it through realistic, career-focused training that builds critical thinking, teamwork, and an appreciation for the science behind solving crimes.
#CareerConnectedLearning #CriminalJustice #Forensics #CrimeSceneInvestigation
Students first created mock crime scenes before switching with another team to process the scene. They documented evidence, dusted for fingerprints, collected DNA swabs, properly packaged evidence, and developed theories based on the physical evidence they uncovered.
The activity was led by their instructor, former Major Crimes Detective turned high school teacher, Mr. Burnette, who taught students the same fundamental crime scene processing techniques used by investigators in the field.
At NCTA, students don’t just learn about criminal justice—they experience it through realistic, career-focused training that builds critical thinking, teamwork, and an appreciation for the science behind solving crimes.
#CareerConnectedLearning #CriminalJustice #Forensics #CrimeSceneInvestigation
Maritime253 Summer Programming is underway! Last week, our group at the Seaport toured different companies on the Port of Tacoma, making important connections with folks in the industry.
Students took a beautiful walk down the waterway, explored tugboats, and learned how crews clean up oil spills that happen in the Sound.
After their walk around the Port, this group became the first ever group of enrolled students to tour Maritime253! They were able to walk around the building, see their future maker spaces, and lay eyes on some of the state-of-the-art technology incorporated into each pathway.
Be on the look out for dates where the community can come tour the building!
If you are interested in enrolling or have any questions about the Maritime253 Skills Center, email maritime253@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Students took a beautiful walk down the waterway, explored tugboats, and learned how crews clean up oil spills that happen in the Sound.
After their walk around the Port, this group became the first ever group of enrolled students to tour Maritime253! They were able to walk around the building, see their future maker spaces, and lay eyes on some of the state-of-the-art technology incorporated into each pathway.
Be on the look out for dates where the community can come tour the building!
If you are interested in enrolling or have any questions about the Maritime253 Skills Center, email maritime253@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Benton County Fire District #4
A huge thank you to our dedicated team members for reaching milestones in their service to the Fire District! Our achievements are a testament to the dedication and selflessness of our incredible members. Thank you for all that you do! 🏆
#ServiceMilestones #FireDistrictHeroes #TeamDedication #CommunityPride
A huge thank you to our dedicated team members for reaching milestones in their service to the Fire District! Our achievements are a testament to the dedication and selflessness of our incredible members. Thank you for all that you do! 🏆
#ServiceMilestones #FireDistrictHeroes #TeamDedication #CommunityPride
Spokane Valley Tech
One of the reasons that our Skill Center programs at Spokane Valley Tech are so successful is because of the support of our community. Thank you, Spokane County Fire District 9, for the generous donation of new-to-us turnout gear for our Fire Science program. This new gear will absolutely level up the experience for our students! #wearesvt
One of the reasons that our Skill Center programs at Spokane Valley Tech are so successful is because of the support of our community. Thank you, Spokane County Fire District 9, for the generous donation of new-to-us turnout gear for our Fire Science program. This new gear will absolutely level up the experience for our students! #wearesvt
🐾🚒🚓🩺 Collaboration in action at NCTA Summer School!
Our **Public Service** programs—**Pre-Veterinary Technology, Criminal Justice, Fire Science, and Applied Medical Science**—came together for a unique interdisciplinary learning experience.
Students welcomed a guest speaker from **Pasado's Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary**, where they learned about animal rescue, neglect investigations, and advocacy. They then worked through a realistic **puppy mill scenario**, exploring how each career field would respond from its own professional perspective.
From providing emergency medical care and investigating criminal activity to rescuing animals and ensuring their health and well-being, students gained valuable insight into how these professions work together to protect both people and animals.
Hands-on, real-world learning is what NCTA is all about! 💙
#NCTASummerSchool #CareerConnectedLearning #PublicService #PreVetTech #CriminalJustice #FireScience #AppliedMedicalScience #HandsOnLearning #FutureProfessionals
Our **Public Service** programs—**Pre-Veterinary Technology, Criminal Justice, Fire Science, and Applied Medical Science**—came together for a unique interdisciplinary learning experience.
Students welcomed a guest speaker from **Pasado's Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary**, where they learned about animal rescue, neglect investigations, and advocacy. They then worked through a realistic **puppy mill scenario**, exploring how each career field would respond from its own professional perspective.
From providing emergency medical care and investigating criminal activity to rescuing animals and ensuring their health and well-being, students gained valuable insight into how these professions work together to protect both people and animals.
Hands-on, real-world learning is what NCTA is all about! 💙
#NCTASummerSchool #CareerConnectedLearning #PublicService #PreVetTech #CriminalJustice #FireScience #AppliedMedicalScience #HandsOnLearning #FutureProfessionals
Summer at Maritime253 is in full..swing? Cycle?
Maritime253 has partnered with 2nd Cycle off MLK to provide students with an opportunity to learn to build, fix, and maintain bikes, while also taking rides all over our beautiful city of Tacoma. Students are exploring the community, staying active, building friendships, and learning important skills all through Maritime253.
Keep an eye out for our student and instructor bikers as they ride across Tacoma!
Any interest in getting a hands-on, career and technical education? Want to earn free, industry recognized experience and credentials all while earning credits towards graduation? Email maritime253@tacoma.k12.wa.us to learn more or check out our website through the link in our profile!
Maritime253 has partnered with 2nd Cycle off MLK to provide students with an opportunity to learn to build, fix, and maintain bikes, while also taking rides all over our beautiful city of Tacoma. Students are exploring the community, staying active, building friendships, and learning important skills all through Maritime253.
Keep an eye out for our student and instructor bikers as they ride across Tacoma!
Any interest in getting a hands-on, career and technical education? Want to earn free, industry recognized experience and credentials all while earning credits towards graduation? Email maritime253@tacoma.k12.wa.us to learn more or check out our website through the link in our profile!
West Sound Technical Skills Center
WST is hosting and Early Childhood Learning program in a partnership with the Olympic ESD114. The play structure was installed this week!
WST is hosting and Early Childhood Learning program in a partnership with the Olympic ESD114. The play structure was installed this week!
Ever wondered what a day at Tri-Tech Skills Center’s summer program looks like? Think hands-on projects, culinary design, skilled trades and… chickens. 🐔 Take a look!
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Pierce County Skills Center
There's still time to register for Session 2 of our Summer School program!
Classes are filling quickly, so don't miss your chance to earn 0.5 credit this summer at no cost. Secure your spot today by submitting your online application.
Space is limited—apply now before classes fill up!
Online Application: https://app.informedk12.com/.../2026-pcsc-summer-school...
Bethel School District Franklin Pierce Schools Fife Public Schools Orting School District Eatonville School District Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1 Sumner-Bonney Lake School District Tacoma Public Schools White River School District University Place School District
There's still time to register for Session 2 of our Summer School program!
Classes are filling quickly, so don't miss your chance to earn 0.5 credit this summer at no cost. Secure your spot today by submitting your online application.
Space is limited—apply now before classes fill up!
Online Application: https://app.informedk12.com/.../2026-pcsc-summer-school...
Bethel School District Franklin Pierce Schools Fife Public Schools Orting School District Eatonville School District Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1 Sumner-Bonney Lake School District Tacoma Public Schools White River School District University Place School District
Seattle Public Schools
🚀 Level Up Your Summer!
Rising SPS 9th–12th Graders: Looking for something to do this summer that's actually fun? If so, take a FREE Seattle Public Schools Skills Center and earn high school credit while exploring real-world careers!
Spots are still open in:
🚧 Construction Trades
👨🏽🔬Engineering
📻 Radio Broadcasting
👩🏽🏫 Careers in Education / Coaching Academy
🛥️ Maritime Vessel Operations
💊 Pharmacy Tech
Classes run July 7–30 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Try something new, build skills, and get a head start on your future.
👉 Apply now: https://skillscenter.seattleschools.org/summer/
#SeattlePublicSchools
🚀 Level Up Your Summer!
Rising SPS 9th–12th Graders: Looking for something to do this summer that's actually fun? If so, take a FREE Seattle Public Schools Skills Center and earn high school credit while exploring real-world careers!
Spots are still open in:
🚧 Construction Trades
👨🏽🔬Engineering
📻 Radio Broadcasting
👩🏽🏫 Careers in Education / Coaching Academy
🛥️ Maritime Vessel Operations
💊 Pharmacy Tech
Classes run July 7–30 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Try something new, build skills, and get a head start on your future.
👉 Apply now: https://skillscenter.seattleschools.org/summer/
#SeattlePublicSchools
Show Off Your Ride at the New Market Skills Center Car Show!
Do you have a classic car, sports car, import, custom wrap, or even the dirtiest clunker around? We'd love to see it!
📅 Friday, July 10
🕙 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 New Market Skills Center
7299 New Market St. SW, Tumwater, WA 98501
🏆 Trophies Awarded in 5 Categories:
• Best Classic
• Best Import
• Best Sports Car
• Best Wrap
• Best Clunker/Dirty
🚘 Car owners: Please arrive at 9:30 AM for check-in. A BBQ lunch is included with your registration!
💲 Entry Fee: $10 (collected at the event)
👉 Register your vehicle today: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeMbHV7zqHjR.../viewform
Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us celebrate New Market Skills Center's 40th Anniversary with an incredible day of amazing vehicles, great food, and community fun!
Do you have a classic car, sports car, import, custom wrap, or even the dirtiest clunker around? We'd love to see it!
📅 Friday, July 10
🕙 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 New Market Skills Center
7299 New Market St. SW, Tumwater, WA 98501
🏆 Trophies Awarded in 5 Categories:
• Best Classic
• Best Import
• Best Sports Car
• Best Wrap
• Best Clunker/Dirty
🚘 Car owners: Please arrive at 9:30 AM for check-in. A BBQ lunch is included with your registration!
💲 Entry Fee: $10 (collected at the event)
👉 Register your vehicle today: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeMbHV7zqHjR.../viewform
Bring your family, invite your friends, and help us celebrate New Market Skills Center's 40th Anniversary with an incredible day of amazing vehicles, great food, and community fun!
Save Lives! Schedule a time to give blood this Wednesday, anytime from 8am - 2pm at New Market Skills Center!
📅 Wednesday, July 8
⏰ 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 New Market Skills Center
🚐 Check in at Building D, then head to the Bloodmobile in the back parking lot.
Every donation can make a difference for patients in our community.
📲 Schedule your appointment by scanning the QR code or using the link below:
https://www.bloodworksnw.org/.../08/redirectgroup.html...
#GiveBlood #SaveLives #NewMarketSkillsCenter #CommunityStrong #BloodDrive
📅 Wednesday, July 8
⏰ 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 New Market Skills Center
🚐 Check in at Building D, then head to the Bloodmobile in the back parking lot.
Every donation can make a difference for patients in our community.
📲 Schedule your appointment by scanning the QR code or using the link below:
https://www.bloodworksnw.org/.../08/redirectgroup.html...
#GiveBlood #SaveLives #NewMarketSkillsCenter #CommunityStrong #BloodDrive
PSSC Summer School Cafe opens today 🧋✨ 7.1.26
#NCTA #summerschool
High-risk handcuffing is about safely taking potentially dangerous situations under control while protecting everyone involved—including officers, suspects, and bystanders.
Our students spend far more time learning communication, de-escalation, crisis intervention, and legal decision-making than they do using physical tactics. But when a situation requires it, officers must be prepared to respond professionally, confidently, and within the law.
Training today helps create safer outcomes tomorrow.
#highriskhandcuffing #police #policesafety
High-risk handcuffing is about safely taking potentially dangerous situations under control while protecting everyone involved—including officers, suspects, and bystanders.
Our students spend far more time learning communication, de-escalation, crisis intervention, and legal decision-making than they do using physical tactics. But when a situation requires it, officers must be prepared to respond professionally, confidently, and within the law.
Training today helps create safer outcomes tomorrow.
#highriskhandcuffing #police #policesafety
Openings Still Available for the 2026-2027 School Year @ Cascadia
Tech Academy
📣Are you a current sophomore or junior? Openings are still available for the 26-27 school year. Reach out to your high school counselor with any questions.
We have space in the following programs:
Aviation Science & Technology
Business Principles
Fashion Design
Forest Management -Session 1 Only
Information Technology Systems, Service & Security (ITS3)
Maritime Technology
Teaching Academy-North (Offered Session 1 Only)
Teaching Academy-East (Offered Session 1 Only)
At Cascadia Technical Academy, high school students can:
✅ Earn College Credit
✅ Obtain Industry Certifications
✅ Participate In Internships
✅ Gain Valuable Skills At No Cost
✅ Save Money On College Tuition And Other Training
Tech Academy
📣Are you a current sophomore or junior? Openings are still available for the 26-27 school year. Reach out to your high school counselor with any questions.
We have space in the following programs:
Aviation Science & Technology
Business Principles
Fashion Design
Forest Management -Session 1 Only
Information Technology Systems, Service & Security (ITS3)
Maritime Technology
Teaching Academy-North (Offered Session 1 Only)
Teaching Academy-East (Offered Session 1 Only)
At Cascadia Technical Academy, high school students can:
✅ Earn College Credit
✅ Obtain Industry Certifications
✅ Participate In Internships
✅ Gain Valuable Skills At No Cost
✅ Save Money On College Tuition And Other Training
Field Day @ Cascadia Tech Academy
Teaching Academy students in Woodland helped out during Field Day at Columbia Elemetary School. The kids loved the festive face paint!
Teaching Academy students in Woodland helped out during Field Day at Columbia Elemetary School. The kids loved the festive face paint!
THEZONE
The The Washington State Board of Education is rethinking what high school should look like — and Northeast Spokane residents had a lot to say about it.
Through the FutureReady initiative, the State Board of Education is working to update graduation requirements to better reflect what students actually need after high school — things like financial literacy, life skills, and more flexibility based on their goals.
Thank you to every student, parent, and educator in our community who shared their perspective with us. That input is being carried directly into the statewide conversation through The ZONE's seat on the FutureReady Task Force.
And thank you to the Washington State Board of Education for building a process that genuinely seeks out resident voice from across the state.
The conversation isn't over — public comment is still open at sbe.wa.gov/futurereadypubliccomment
📰 Read more in this week's Inlander: https://www.inlander.com/.../article_b7379663-ecd2-4756...
Spokane Public Schools City of Spokane The Inlander THEZONE Northeast Community Center Greater Spokane Incorporated Spokane Workforce Council Washington State Charter Schools Association Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
NEWTech Prep is at NEWTech Prep
Summer school is in full swing! This week, students in Medical Careers explored the cardiovascular system through hands-on learning by using slime to better understand the anatomy of blood, creating 3D heart models, and practicing how to check vital signs like blood pressure and heart rate. #connectwithnewtech
Summer school is in full swing! This week, students in Medical Careers explored the cardiovascular system through hands-on learning by using slime to better understand the anatomy of blood, creating 3D heart models, and practicing how to check vital signs like blood pressure and heart rate. #connectwithnewtech
Let's Get Vertical @ Cascadia Tech Academy
Forest Management students had the chance to get vertical with AntFarm down on Tickle Creek Trail in partnership with Trajectory NW.
Forest Management students had the chance to get vertical with AntFarm down on Tickle Creek Trail in partnership with Trajectory NW.
Cascadia Tech Academy
🎉👏 Congratulations to Our Newest CTE Plan 2 Teacher Certification Completers! 👏🎉
Hannah Swanson
Fort Vancouver High School | Vancouver Public Schools
🍽️ Kayla Payne
Culinary Instructor
Washougal High School | Washougal School District
💇♀️ Kristi Wise
Cosmetology Instructor
Cascadia Tech Academy | Evergreen School District
🚛 Leon Wolmarans
Diesel Technology Instructor
Cascadia Tech Academy | Evergreen School District
#CTE #CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness 🎉🙌🌟
🎉👏 Congratulations to Our Newest CTE Plan 2 Teacher Certification Completers! 👏🎉
Hannah Swanson
Fort Vancouver High School | Vancouver Public Schools
🍽️ Kayla Payne
Culinary Instructor
Washougal High School | Washougal School District
💇♀️ Kristi Wise
Cosmetology Instructor
Cascadia Tech Academy | Evergreen School District
🚛 Leon Wolmarans
Diesel Technology Instructor
Cascadia Tech Academy | Evergreen School District
#CTE #CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness 🎉🙌🌟
