September 30th - CDL Class B-Behind the Wheel - School Bus ($250) - This course will teach basic skills and mastery of basic maneuvers. You must show a proficiency in all of these skills to complete behind the wheel, Vehicle inspection, enroute, post trip, straight line backing, alley dock backing, off-set backing, parallel parking blind and sight side, vehicle controls, shifting, transmission, communications, signaling, visual search, speed and space management, safe driver behavior, Hours of service, hazard perception, railroad crossing, night operation, extreme driving conditions, skid control, baggage and cargo management, passenger safety awareness, passenger management, danger zones and use of mirrors, loading and unloading, emergency exit and evacuation, and special safety considerations. Details: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=NTExMzA%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=NTA0ODg%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D&userid=Mjc0
Big thanks to Ronnie Pogue, Service & Parts Director at Fenton Ford, for spending some time with our Automotive students today. Pogue shared industry knowledge/experience and even brought along an electric vehicle for an in-depth inspection/learning experience in our shop. Thanks for investing in our students and the future of the Automotive service industry!
Happy IT Professionals Day! To celebrate we’re highlighting our IT program students work in providing on-campus tech support for staff and students. Through this partnership with our IT staff, students preparing to enter the IT field get to experience real-world and day to day troubleshooting, repairs, documentation, and the customer service required to be a successful IT professional.
IT students at today's hiring event at the Agriplex, sponsored by The Chickasaw Nation. Pictured are students Faith Lawson, Steven Rodgers, Shane Fulsom, Brady Boeck & Jaydon Williams as they chat with potential employers.
Happy Constitution Day! Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on September 17, 1787, recognizing all who are born in the U.S. or by naturalization, have become citizens. Info at: https://constitutionday.com/
Did you know it’s estimated that #OKCareerTech has an annual impact of $3.5 Billion on the state’s economy. Learn more about how PTC is part of that! https://www.pontotoctech.edu/page/about
The Lineworker Academy at PTC includes CDL training for students to operate bucket trucks and other commercial vehicles. The class recently kicked off this portion of the training.
We recently recognized our newest Employee of the Month - In recognition of her valuable contributions and efforts to support the mission of Pontotoc Technology Center, and in appreciation for her dedication and hard work, thank you & congratulations, Brenda Flowers!
Did you know in FY22, #OKCareerTech had 446,940 systemwide enrollments and served 6,671 businesses? Learn more about how PTC is investing in Oklahoma’s future. https://www.pontotoctech.edu/page/about
Line worker students learning to climb electrical poles safely. #TrainingToSucceed
The welding class in full-swing! #TrainingToSucceed
The Information Technology class at PTC has been working on a HYPE video for the Ada High School football team that will premiere before the team takes the field next Friday September 1st at the home game against Ardmore. In addition several students will be assisting with the live broadcast for AHS and providing HYPE video and live video playback for ECU Tiger Football as well. Pictured is HS Senior & 2nd year IT student Jacob Thomas at last nights Ada game in Durant.
With help from PEC, we are setting poles in the transmission and distribution yard today. Line Worker program students are involved with shovels in hand.
What does it mean for Pontotoc Technology Center to be “Powered by CareerTech?” PTC being a part of the #OKCareerTech system holds an immense significance for our community. For over a century, Oklahoma CareerTech has been shaping skilled individuals and offering clear career paths to 90,000+ graduates annually. These graduates form the backbone of Oklahoma's workforce, driving the economy by serving countless companies. Being an integral part of this legacy, Pontotoc Technology Center produces skilled professionals who power Oklahoma, and more specifically our district’s continued growth and economic vitality. The five minute video on our website is worth the watch if you’re interested to see a bit more about how we’re investing in Oklahoma’s future. https://www.pontotoctech.edu/page/about
Kicking off our new Lineworker Academy this week with safety trainings. Here's to a great academy/year and a successful future for all our students!
Kicking off the 23/24 school year we're looking forward to great success through student courage, persistence, and commitment. Our quote this year is from Winston Churchill, "Success is not final, failure is not fatal, it is the courage to continue that counts."
A big thanks to Michael Tuley and Joe Allen for our CPR, FirstAid and Safety trainings today at PTC! If your organization is interested in training like this, give Mr. Tuley or Mr. Allen a call at 580-310-2248.
First Day of Class for Full-Time Programs at PTC is Wednesday, August 9th. We're looking forward to seeing everyone and kicking the year off right!
Today, we recognized our August Employee of the Month - In recognition of his valuable contributions and efforts to support the mission of Pontotoc Technology Center, and in appreciation for his dedication and hard work, thank you & congratulations, Jamie Perry!
Thank you to Trinity Baptist Church for providing lunch for our staff today at PTC!
