Washington State Skill Center Association

BCFD 1 is the best! Firefighters from BCFD 1, Station 140 brought their brand new fire engine to Tri-Tech Skill Center Fire & EM. Awesome!! Their purpose today was to instruct Tri-Tech Fire students on several methods to properly carry and raise fireground ladders. Properand efficient use of fireground ladders requires a lot of practice and team work to ensure firefighters can effectively perform skills during an emergency. In addition to ladder carries and raises, students learned to climb ladders safely, how to enter/exit a window form a ladder, how to leg-lock when working from a ladder to prevent falling. Many students had to overcome their fear of heights, to trust themselves, their classmates, and equipment. We all learned a lot, thank you B1 and Sation 140 crew members.

Today, our New Tech Prep Aviation and Welding students had an incredible visit to the local air base to explore the diverse careers the Air National Guard offers, from avionics to hydraulics and beyond. The sky’s the limit! #NEWTechAdventures #connectwithnewtech

Excited to share that West Sounds Tech students just finished crafting a beautiful rustic planter box in the Construction careers class! 🌿 It's amazing what you can create with some wood, tools, and creativity. They are feeling accomplished and ready to tackle more projects! #ConstructionSkills #DIY #westsoundtech

Thank you Washington National Guard for arranging our recent Land Navigation exercises at the Yakima Training Center for our Firefighting students. It was an amazing expereince to work with members of the National Guard, including some of our former and current students who are active members.

Tri-Tech Skills Center - First day of GRITT (girls rock in the trades) Camp hosted by the National Assocation of Women in Construction. Thank you to all of the sponsors and to the amazing trades volunteers ( Columbia Basin Carpenters and Laborers Local 398) who came to support our campers, including several Construction Trades alumni who are now Carpenter's Apprentices after graduating last June. Thanks again to all of our wonderful volunteers, especially our trades people who came out after a long day of work to help our campers.

Culinary Arts Journey @ Tri-Tech Skills Center!

Wenatchee Valley Tech Fire Science students study how air currents affect a house fire, while 9th Grade students from Eastmont tour our facility.

West Sound Cosmetology Appointments available!

🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 West Sound Technical School embarked on an eye-opening field trip to a work site with Kitsap County Public Works! They got an up-close look at the incredible projects happening on National Avenue in Bremerton. What an incredible opportunity for hands-on learning! 🚧 #Education #FieldTrip #HandsOnLearning #kitsappublicworks

SkillsUSA Washington Eastern Regional Competitions Criminal Justice Students from the SEATech Criminal Justice Program recently competed In the SkillsUSA Regional Technical and Leadership Contests on January 13th and 20th of 2024. The contests took place locally and students from the Eastern Region of Washington were invited to show off their career skills in hopes of gaining a spot at the Washington State SkillsUSA Leadership Conference in March. Criminal Justice students competed in both Crime Scene Investigation as well as Law Enforcement. In addition, SEATech Students competed in Leadership Contests consisting of Job Interview, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Prepared Speech. The following students saw their goals achieved as they earned a spot to compete at the state level: In CSI, the 1st place team consisted of Shakthi Amarasinghe, Jadon Carlile, and Armando Bacilio. The 2nd place team members were Jessika Lamber, Elijah Wilson, and Korben King. In 3rd Place was the team of Peyton Badertscher, Raighlyn Lore, and Cooper Nelson. In the Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement contest, Ricky Lozano finished in 1st place, Annalicia DeLaRosa placed 2nd, and Jordan Lozano brought home 3rd. Jessika Lambert will be advancing in Extemporaneous Speaking and Job Interview. In Prepared Speech, Peyton Badertscher will head to state as well.

At Spokane Valley Tech 23 of our Engineering students traveled with Mr. Traxler to the University of Idaho to attend their Engineering Design EXPO! This event features industry-sponsored projects designed by current U of I engineering students.

Having fun teaching a class at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center on the use and set up of batter boards to the construction class. What an awesome opportunity the school offers for high school students interested in the construction trades! #teachingconstruction #tradeschool #generalcontractor #remodeling #designbuild #mukilteowa

NEWTech Prep Explore Welcome Wednesdays! Welcome Wednesdays Portal is NOW Live! ✅ Click here to sign up for a Welcome Wednesday Shadow Day https://bit.ly/3Wj1V6w Experience a day as a NEWTech student! ❗️Welcome Wednesday allows students to learn about the many opportunities available at NEWTech. ❗️Students select three programs to experience during their Welcome Wednesday experience. Programs to Explore Health Careers/Sciences Dental Assisting Medical Assisting Nursing Assistant Surgical Processing Tech (PM Only) Pharmacy Technician (AM Only) Veterinary Assisting Professional Services Animation and Media Production Criminal Justice Cosmetology Culinary Arts Graphic Design and Digital Media Skilled Trades Automotive Technology - Maintenance and Light Repair Automotive/Diesel Technology Collision Repair and Refinishing Construction Trades Drone Manufacturing and Aviation Science Energy and Power Welding

Washington School for the Deaf’s (WSD) Guidance Counselor requested our Criminal Justice students (led by Kenly Carter-Willingham) to complete 3 presentations & interactive activities for alcohol & drug use awareness month for WSD students. They did a great job! Great work Cascadia Tech Academy CJ students!

Take your child to work day was a success! @ Cascadia Tech Academy

NEW Tech Prep Medical students had the opportunity to witness a Brain Surgery at Providence. Such an amazing experience for our students. Thank you Providence for all of your support and partnership. #connectwithnewtech

It has been a busy day at NEWTech. Today our welding students were out bending metal at the Sheet Metal Apprenticeship with Josh Mazzela. #connectwithnewtech

Northwest Career & Technical Academy ~ Science Night 2024!

Sergeant Kyle Mccain from the Moses Lake Regional Tactical Response Team instructs CB TECH Criminal Justice students on special operations!

Cascadia Tech Academy, Clark County's Skills Center held a Career Fair today, featuring representatives from industry leaders, military and law enforcement, and medical professions. #EPSInspires Thanks to all who contributed!