Washington State Skill Center Association

WST Fire Science students were working on breaching doors using the tools of the trade. #wstworks

A huge shoutout to our winning teams from Northwest Career and Technical Academy! They dominated the JA Titan Challenge and are at Future Bound event right now, JA’s national student leadership event! These future business leaders used strategy, teamwork, and innovation to rise to the top, now they're taking their skills to the national stage! We’re so proud of these two teams! Good luck this week! #JATitanChallenge #FutureBound #StudentLeaders #JAWashington Junior Achievement of Washington FB Post link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YUUcVMnEM/

🌟 Congratulations to Corbin Jaurez! 🌟 Corbin, a senior at @shadleparkhs and a dedicated first-year student in our Criminal Justice program, has made a commitment to serve our country by enlisting with the Army National Guard! 🎖️ His dedication to justice and service is truly inspiring, and we know he will make a meaningful impact both in the classroom and beyond. We are proud of his hard work, perseverance, and passion for making a difference! Join us in celebrating Corbin’s achievement and wishing him success in this honorable journey ahead! 🇺🇸👏 #FutureLeader #ArmyNationalGuard #Connectwithnewtech #CriminalJustice #proudmoment

Spokane Valley Tech 2024-2025 ASB Officers and Leadership class were recognized at the first ever "Techie," awards inspired by the Dundies from the popular TV show The Office. Awards included "Most Likely to Already Have a Retirement Plan," (Scott Perkins) "CEO of Distracted," (Drew Creese) and "The Walking Pep Rally," (Sam Molloy) among other highly prestigious (wink wink) titles. Our leadership students have been incredibly dedicated to SVT this year and enjoyed the opportunity to laugh about the quirks they've exhibited along the way. Thank you for a great year, leadership students of 2024-2025! At the end, Mr. Traxler even surprised Mrs. Loncon with her own Techie award. It was so thoughtful of him! #svt #asb #leadership #techieawards

🌟 Congratulations to Carolyn Utter! 🌟 Carolyn, a senior @Riverside High School and a second-year student in our Veterinary Assisting program, is making big strides in the veterinary field! Currently employed at McKinlay & Peters Equine Hospital (Colbert reproduction location) as barn staff, she plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of the equines on site. Beyond her hands-on work, Carolyn is also taking a major step toward her future—she is enrolled at Colorado State University to begin her journey toward veterinary college! 🩺🐎 Her two years in veterinary assisting have laid a strong foundation for her career in veterinary medicine. She’s excited to apply the skills she’s learned, from drawing up medications and running lab diagnostics to communicating effectively with clients and staff. We are so proud of Carolyn’s dedication and passion for animal care—join us in celebrating her accomplishments and wishing her success on this incredible path ahead! 🎉👏 #FutureVet #RiversideHS #VeterinaryMedicine #EquineCare #ColoradoStateUniversity

We still have Summer School spots in our Beauty Basics class! It is held in Centralia, at Centralia Beauty College. Apply on on website now at www.newmarketskills.org

A few weeks ago, CBTECH had the honor of hosting the annual meeting for superintendents from our neighboring districts — and our Culinary Arts students rose to the occasion in the most delicious way! Under the guidance of their amazing instructors, our students prepared and served a full lunch for the attendees. Judging by the photos, it wasn’t just lunch — it was a five-star experience! Kudos to our talented students and dedicated teachers for showcasing the excellence of the CBTECH Culinary Arts program. What a proud moment for our school and community!

Sophia Martin from Prairie High School is the Culinary, Baking & Pastry Arts Distinguished Graduate and a Dennis Kampe Scholarship recipient of $2000! ⭐Sophia consistently exemplifies the qualities and characteristics of a true professional, making her an invaluable member of our team. ⭐ I want to efficiently use this precious time I have left here at Cascadia to create a diverse and impressive showcase of skills I have become competent in. 🎉Congratulations, Sophia! #CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness #Culinary #Scholarship Battle Ground Public Schools

Celebrating our @avistautilities Student Craft Program graduates! 🎓🙌 Thank you, Avista, for giving our students an incredible hands-on opportunity—and hats off to these learners for all the growth and skill they’ve shown along the way. #connectwithnewtech

Thank You, Central Machinery Sales We extend our sincere gratitude to Central Machinery Sales Inc. for their generous donation of a WOLO Watchman WOL7835-BR LED light bar to the CBTECH Criminal Justice program. Your support helps enrich our program with real-world tools and experiences that prepare our students for the field. Your generosity does not go unnoticed, and we are truly thankful for your investment in our future professionals. Your contribution makes a difference. Your gift lights the way — quite literally!

Building a Bright Future! 🔨⚡ Hard work and dedication are paying off for Edgar Cabrera Perez, a senior at Mead High School and a first-year student in our Construction Pre-Apprenticeship program! Edgar’s commitment to learning and mastering his craft has opened doors to two incredible job offers—one with the Laborers' International Union of North America -Spokane Local and another as an electrician apprentice. Whether he chooses to power up as an electrician or take on the challenge of laborer work, there’s no doubt he’s on the path to success in the trades! His future is full of possibilities, and we can’t wait to see where his skills, determination, and passion for construction take him next. Let’s celebrate Edgar’s achievements and wish him the best in this exciting new chapter! 🎉👏 #ConnectwithNewtech #MeadHS #TradesFuture #PreApprenticeshipSuccess #SkilledTrades @meadschools @laborers_local_238

Congrats to Randy Heath out of our Digital Media & Marketing class, he took home two NATAS NW student awards tonight. This represents the best high school work in a six state region. His two entries are now automatically entered for national consideration. Congrats to Randy, Gavin Wynecoop, Avery Hammac, Lani Brown, and Averi Reineman for their nominations. Regal Street Media

The Class of 2025 is out (but never forgotten)! Feel free to tag us in your school appropriate grad pics. 🥳

Automotive Technology students Lex and Eli are performing a tire repair on Instructor Nolan Sager's car. #CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness #Automotive

🐴 Shoutout to Mylah Wise! 🐴 Mylah, a junior at East Valley Parent Partnership and a first-year student in our Veterinary Assisting program, has been making a meaningful impact at McKinlay & Peters Equine Hospital (Newman Lake location) as barn staff. Every day, she helps ensure the equines on site are handled safely, well-fed, watered, and cared for in clean stalls—all while maintaining critical biosecurity measures. Her first year in the Veterinary Assisting program has been a game-changer, significantly improving her understanding of veterinary communication—an essential skill in the field! With her dedication and growing expertise, Mylah is laying the foundation for a bright future in animal care. Let’s cheer her on as she continues to develop her skills and passion for veterinary medicine! 🎉👏 #Connectwithnewtech #FutureVet #EquineCare #VeterinaryAssisting #McKinlayAndPeters #EVProud @evsd361

We’re proud to share some of the amazing stories recently featured by The Spokesman-Review highlighting the hard work and success of our students here at NEWTech! From industry certifications to real-world job offers and powerful student journeys, these articles showcase the impact of hands-on learning and career-connected education. These stories are a testament to the talent, dedication, and potential of our students and the power of partnerships between schools and our community. Check them out below and help us celebrate their achievements! https://www.spokesman.com/.../east-valley-parent.../ https://www.spokesman.com/.../mica-peak-high-school.../ https://www.spokesman.com/.../west-valley-high-school.../ https://www.spokesman.com/.../northwest-christian.../ #ConnectWithNEWTech #StudentSuccess #CTEWorks #SpokaneProud #CareerReady FB Post Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FJHixLNqs/ See our News Section for the full article

James Brusseau from Camas High School is the Diesel Technology Distinguished Graduate and a Dennis Kampe Scholarship recipient of $3500! ⭐He is a leader in his group by helping other group members reach their full potential, both with technical as well as soft skills. ⭐ When accepted, work hard as an employee at Peterson CAT while in the ThingBIG program, graduate with an Associate Degree in Dealer Service Technology, and get hired as a Heavy Machinery Technician for CAT. 🎉Congratulations, James! #CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness #Diesel #Scholarship Camas School District

April Carvel from Ridgefield High School is the Criminal Justice Distinguished Graduate and Dennis Kampe Scholarship Recipient of $2000! ⭐April Carver is an absolutely amazing example of the very best our Criminal Justice program has to offer. ⭐I will be attending WSU Vancouver for a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice to assist me in pursuing a career in law enforcement. 🎉Congratulations, April! #CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness #criminaljustice Ridgefield School District

Justin Giering from Mountain View High School is the Automotive Technology Dennis Kampe Scholarship recipient of $1000! ⭐My career goal is to become an Automotive master Technician. ⭐I will be joining Clark College in the HI-TECH Program, becoming certified and joining the Chevrolet dealership I will be interning at. 🎉Congratulations, Justin! #CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness #Automotive #Scholarship #EPSInspires Evergreen Public Schools

Abigail Anderson from Legacy High School is the Hospitality & Tourism Distinguished Graduate! ⭐Abigail is a highly passionate and knowledgeable individual who approaches challenges with calmness and confidence. ⭐She effectively communicates tasks and keeps things organized, ensuring transparency and progress. 🎉Congratulations, Abigail! #CascadiaTech #InspiringGreatness #Engineering #EPSInspires Evergreen Public Schools