Precision in practice 🦷
NCTA Dental students are hard at work grinding dental molds, building the fine motor skills and attention to detail that are essential in the dental field. Hands-on training like this helps turn classroom learning into real-world expertise.
#NCTA #NCTADental #DentalStudents #HandsOnLearning #DentalTechnology #FutureDentalProfessionals #CareerConnectedLearning #SkillBuilding
NCTA Dental students are hard at work grinding dental molds, building the fine motor skills and attention to detail that are essential in the dental field. Hands-on training like this helps turn classroom learning into real-world expertise.
#NCTA #NCTADental #DentalStudents #HandsOnLearning #DentalTechnology #FutureDentalProfessionals #CareerConnectedLearning #SkillBuilding


⚓ Port Operations & Logistics Pathway ✈️🚛🚢
Curious how goods, people, and products move across the world? In the Port Operations & Logistics Pathway, students get hands-on with the systems that keep global trade moving. You’ll train in vessel-handling simulators, heavy equipment, rail systems, port logistics, physical security, supply chain management, aviation ground school, maritime law, and vessel operations.
🌍 Who’s it for?
Students interested in travel, fascinated by global trade, transportation, or running complex operations across land, sea, and air.
Learn about our other pathways: Advanced Manufacturing, Sustainability and Technology at Maritime253.org. Enroll now for fall 2026!🚀
Curious how goods, people, and products move across the world? In the Port Operations & Logistics Pathway, students get hands-on with the systems that keep global trade moving. You’ll train in vessel-handling simulators, heavy equipment, rail systems, port logistics, physical security, supply chain management, aviation ground school, maritime law, and vessel operations.
🌍 Who’s it for?
Students interested in travel, fascinated by global trade, transportation, or running complex operations across land, sea, and air.
Learn about our other pathways: Advanced Manufacturing, Sustainability and Technology at Maritime253.org. Enroll now for fall 2026!🚀

It's another round of moving at WST today. Welding, Construction Trades and Fire Science all moved to temporary locations while the south side of the building gets structurally upgraded and modernized. #leveluo







Very cool example of cinematic lighting and color assignment from our Digital Arts and Filmmaking students. #CTEskilsforreallife #tritechskillscenter

Meet Wilbur 🦎
Wilbur the Leopard Gecko is keeping a close eye on the temperature in his habitat! NCTA Veterinary Assisting students learn firsthand how monitoring environmental conditions is essential for reptile health and well-being. From heat to humidity, every detail matters when caring for our animal patients.
#NCTA #NCTAVeterinaryAssisting #VetAssistStudents #HandsOnLearning #AnimalCare #ReptileCare #GeckoLife #CareerConnectedLearning 🦎🌡️
Wilbur the Leopard Gecko is keeping a close eye on the temperature in his habitat! NCTA Veterinary Assisting students learn firsthand how monitoring environmental conditions is essential for reptile health and well-being. From heat to humidity, every detail matters when caring for our animal patients.
#NCTA #NCTAVeterinaryAssisting #VetAssistStudents #HandsOnLearning #AnimalCare #ReptileCare #GeckoLife #CareerConnectedLearning 🦎🌡️


Many of you may know that our ASB President, Chloe Nelson, is representing SVT as the Spokane Lilac ambassador. These are the official photos. Thank you to her mom, Heather for sharing! Spokane Valley Tech


🎉 Mock Trial Season: COMPLETE ⚖️
Huge congratulations to PSSC’s Law & Justice students for successfully completing their third and final mock trial of the year! 👏
This final case challenged students to work collaboratively through a complex human trafficking and false imprisonment trial, complete with key witnesses, tough arguments, and real-world legal thinking. Their growth, professionalism, and teamwork were on full display from opening statements to the final verdict.
A massive thank you to Multimedia for once again providing an incredible live stream and recording, allowing families to watch from work and home 💙
And thank you to Pre-Nursing and Digital Sound for serving as our jury! Your time and support made this experience truly authentic.
Mock trial season may be over but the skills these students built will last far beyond the courtroom. ⚖️✨
#PSSC #LawAndJustice #MockTrial #CTE
Huge congratulations to PSSC’s Law & Justice students for successfully completing their third and final mock trial of the year! 👏
This final case challenged students to work collaboratively through a complex human trafficking and false imprisonment trial, complete with key witnesses, tough arguments, and real-world legal thinking. Their growth, professionalism, and teamwork were on full display from opening statements to the final verdict.
A massive thank you to Multimedia for once again providing an incredible live stream and recording, allowing families to watch from work and home 💙
And thank you to Pre-Nursing and Digital Sound for serving as our jury! Your time and support made this experience truly authentic.
Mock trial season may be over but the skills these students built will last far beyond the courtroom. ⚖️✨
#PSSC #LawAndJustice #MockTrial #CTE






🛠️ Advanced Maritime Manufacturing Pathway 🚢⚙️
Ready to build what moves the world? In the Advanced Maritime Manufacturing Pathway, students design and build the next generation of ships and integrate cutting-edge marine technologies. Learn 3D design, additive and subtractive manufacturing, computer-assisted tech, welding, composites, naval architecture, and marine electronics—and work on real vessel repair and build projects.
🔧 Who’s it for?
Builders. Designers. Makers. Perfect for students who love CAD, welding, fabrication, or hands-on creation and want careers in shipbuilding, marine manufacturing, or naval engineering.
Learn about our other pathways: Port Operations & Logistics, Sustainability and Technology at Maritime253.org. Enroll now for fall 2026!🚀
Ready to build what moves the world? In the Advanced Maritime Manufacturing Pathway, students design and build the next generation of ships and integrate cutting-edge marine technologies. Learn 3D design, additive and subtractive manufacturing, computer-assisted tech, welding, composites, naval architecture, and marine electronics—and work on real vessel repair and build projects.
🔧 Who’s it for?
Builders. Designers. Makers. Perfect for students who love CAD, welding, fabrication, or hands-on creation and want careers in shipbuilding, marine manufacturing, or naval engineering.
Learn about our other pathways: Port Operations & Logistics, Sustainability and Technology at Maritime253.org. Enroll now for fall 2026!🚀

Join us Feb. 3! Open to students and families across the South Sound, this will be an opportunity to learn more about Maritime|253 programming and meet some of the team. See you there!!

Thank you to everyone who attended our Firefighting spaghetti feed last night. Thank you to our amazing sponsors who made it happen: Tsunami Catering (all of the food), Canyon Lakes Golf Club, Cecelia Mauseth State Farm, Columbia Safety LLC/Badger Tactical, Ranch & Home, StretchLab Tri-Cities, and Vics' Auto Supply for silent auction items and door prizes.
The event raised over $2000 to support our program. Thank you for the support and help of our Culinary Arts students and instructors in allowing us to use their kitchen and put those firefighting student Food Worker cards to good use. We all know that firefighters need to be great with food and fire! #CTEskillsforreallife #tritechskillscenter
The event raised over $2000 to support our program. Thank you for the support and help of our Culinary Arts students and instructors in allowing us to use their kitchen and put those firefighting student Food Worker cards to good use. We all know that firefighters need to be great with food and fire! #CTEskillsforreallife #tritechskillscenter





Join us for NEWTech’s Career Night Open House on January 22, 5:30 -6:30 PM! Families can explore our hands-on, tuition-free CTE programs, meet our instructors, and learn about career pathways. Our 2026–27 enrollment application will be available during this event before it goes live to everyone else on February 1. We look forward to seeing you!

Maritime|253 is committed to partnering with high school counselors and school teams as they help students explore new pathways for their futures. To support counselors and school staff in guiding students through this option, Maritime|253 is hosting a Lunch & Discover event:
Wednesday, Jan. 21
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Oakland Secondary, 3319 S. Adams St., Tacoma
Register: bit.ly/0121_m253
Wednesday, Jan. 21
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Oakland Secondary, 3319 S. Adams St., Tacoma
Register: bit.ly/0121_m253

Upcoming Events @New Market Skills Center

2026 is at our doorstep, and with it a new unique opportunity for students across the South Sound. Maritime|253Enrollment for 2026–27 is open now at Maritime253.org.
#Maritime253 #PortofTacoma #CTE #thisismaritime
#Maritime253 #PortofTacoma #CTE #thisismaritime

Just a reminder...the Summit Cafe is closed today. We will reopen tomorrow with an updated menu!

Hands-on learning in action 🦷
NCTA Dental students are busy making dental molds, practicing the foundational skills used in real dental and lab settings. From precision to patience, these students are building confidence one step at a time.
#NCTA #NCTADental #DentalStudents #HandsOnLearning #DentalMolds #FutureDentalProfessionals #CareerConnectedLearning #SkillBuilding
NCTA Dental students are busy making dental molds, practicing the foundational skills used in real dental and lab settings. From precision to patience, these students are building confidence one step at a time.
#NCTA #NCTADental #DentalStudents #HandsOnLearning #DentalMolds #FutureDentalProfessionals #CareerConnectedLearning #SkillBuilding

We’re especially proud to note that Cadet April Carvel is a former Criminal Justice student, and this moment is a powerful example of the leadership, readiness, and heart she brings to her path in law enforcement.
#CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness
Check out the full article/FB post by Clark County Sherrif's Office in our News section!
#CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness
Check out the full article/FB post by Clark County Sherrif's Office in our News section!

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose vision of equality, justice, and service continues to inspire generations. As a school community, we reflect on his message and recommit ourselves to kindness, respect, and unity.
#MLKDay #LegacyOfService #EducationForAll

Injection lab in Pre Vet @TriTech Skills Center! Students learned the types of injections used in vet med. We learned subcutaneous, intramuscular and intradermal techniques. They also learned to work with various sizes of syringes and needles. Of course we practiced safe sharps handling too! Our patient demos were bananas and oranges! No animals were harmed today!






A huge thank you to Ag West Farm Credit for their $2500 donation to our Firefighting program which will be used for additional equipment for our Fire and Fuels Camp each fall. Petra Atilano represented Ag West and received a program patch and challenge coin as our thank you for their contribution. #cteskillsforreallife #tritechskillscenter



