Our Electrical I and II students were given a tour of a new home construction project in town yesterday by Lights by Knight Electric where they are responsible for installing all of the electrical. The students were given a tour of the project by owner Kyle Knight and his staff member Chuck Burke, who discussed the various stages of the electrical portion of the project. These stages included connecting each apartment unit to the main power connection and performing electrical work in a framed unit, as well as determining where electrical connections need to be pulled at on a foundation before the framing is installed for a unit that will not have a basement or crawl space.
We are really grateful to Lights by Knight for their outstanding support of the students in our Electrical program at CTEC!
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Culpeper County Public Schools and offices will be closed Monday, April 1 through Friday, April 5, 2024 for Spring Break.
Our EMT class had a special guest fly in to CTEC today: PHI Air Medical Culpeper - AirCare 6! Students observed the landing, learned about the decisions and requirements needed for a landing zone at an active scene, spoke with the flight crew about the education and experience needed to become a member of a medical flight crew, and the crew gave a tour of the various medical equipment on board the Bell 407 helicopter. Students also took advantage of the opportunity to get inside AirCare 6 to see what it's like inside the helicopter. Thank you to the AirCare 6 team for the amazing opportunity for our students!
Our HVACR students visited Appleton Campbell last week to see their facilities, talk with industry professionals about what makes a successful HVAC technician, and demonstrate their sheet metal cutting abilities. Milwaukee Tool raffle prizes went to three students, and one student won a Veto Pro Pac tool pouch. Appleton Campbell, we appreciate you having us!
🌞🌑 Solar Eclipse Alert! 🌑🌞 April 8, 2024 - Culpeper, VA. Start: ~2:02 PM, End: ~4:32 PM. Remember: Looking directly at the sun can damage your eyes! Keep your family safe - use proper eye protection.
Last Call! Out of zone renewal period ends March 31. If your child is currently on a zone waiver, a renewal application must be submitted prior to March 31. Applications are found on our website https://www.culpeperschools.org/page/student-services
If you child will be changing schools (ie. rising 6th or 9th grade), you will complete an initial application, which will be available on April 8, 2024.
Earlier this week, our Drafting II students went to The Site Tech Co., Inc. in Barboursville to learn about material and utility takeoffs and the estimating industry, and to learn and ask questions about internship opportunities the company has available. Students came prepared with their resumes and portfolios to showcase what they have accomplished at CTEC!
Introducing Creators Corner at CTEC, an after-school arts and crafts program for elementary students! Open to students in kindergarten through 5th grade, the first Creators Corner will be held on Tuesday, March 26th, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at CTEC. Call CTEC to reserve your spot today! (540) 423-6504
If you've not had an opportunity to experience one of our Nexus Nights, here's your chance! Our CTEC carpentry students will teach you how to build a planter for your garden! Thursday, March 28th, from 5 - 7 pm at CTEC. Call CTEC to reserve your spot today! (540) 423-6504
Our EMT students have been practicing various scenarios using the lab areas of our culinary, automotive, and nursing programs!
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Today is the day! STEAM weekend begins! Don't miss it!
Our Automotive students had a blast yesterday on their field trip to Cedar Mountain Stone and Chemung Contracting to learn about career pathways and opportunities for mechanics within the heavy equipment and construction industries. Students spoke with a representative from Carter Cat about their apprenticeship program and were given a tour of the facilities at Cedar Mountain Stone and Chemung Contracting. Finally, students got to observe a blast in the quarry.
Reminder: There is no school for students tomorrow, Friday, March 8, 2024.
It is a staff work day for the end of the third grading period.
Learn from EVHS FFA students how to make your own terrarium. Thursday, March 14th, at CTEC. The EVHS FFA will be hosting this event from 5 to 7 p.m. Call CTEC to reserve your spot today! (540) 423-6504
It's CCPS Employee Appreciation week for the Technology Department! Be sure to thank them for all that they do!
Last chance to take the Title I, II and III parent survey! Survey closes tomorrow (March 1, 2024)! Go to www.culpeperschools.org for links, or use the QR codes.
Growing minds are powered by proper nutrition. By rounding up at the @MARTIN'S register, you’re directly supporting CCPS's efforts to combat childhood hunger through school feeding programs. Round up today!
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING:
The Culpeper County School Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal 2025 budget for Culpeper County Public Schools on Monday, March 11, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the County Administration Office, 302 N. Main Street. Parents and citizens are encouraged to provide input regarding their views of the educational needs of our students and priorities of our school division.
The School Board believes strongly that community input is vital to the budget process. All concerned Culpeper County citizens are encouraged to attend the School Budget Public Hearing.
Admissions for the 2024/2025 school year are now open for CCPS students! Go to www.culpepertec.org and click on admissions to register/apply for CTEC courses.
This evening, February 19th, from 5-7 pm, we will also have an open registration event here at CTEC for students and families to come and register/apply in person.
Today was a special day at CTEC! 18 Dual Enrolled students received $500 scholarships toward their dual enrollment tuition via the CTEC Pride scholarship program. Special thank you to all those who took part in the Trailblazer Trot and donated to make these scholarships possible, especially: UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center, Fraternal Order of Eagles Culpeper #4551, More and Foley Inc, and the Culpeper Business Women. Thank you for helping our students to SEIZE OPPORTUNITY!
