And then there were 10! Out of hundreds of teams nationally, and regionals in Las Vegas this Fall, our PTC automotive Hot Rodders team made it to the Elite 10 in Indianapolis, IN this weekend. After two days of intense competition, we ended the event ranked 8th nationwide! We’re so proud of these students and look forward to seeing what they do with their share of over $2.7 million in scholarships awarded through these events! #TrainingToSucceed
Advanced Commercial Electrical Wiring (January 17th) - This course is a step towards becoming a Commercial/Industrial Electrician’s Assistant and/or Residential Electrician’s Assistant. Details: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/?select_cat=3
Upcoming Class: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers on December 9th - This course is for healthcare professionals: https://www.careertechweb.org/ptc/course/index.php?sesid=Mzk4NjY%3D&campusid=NA%3D%3D&tid=MzkzOTM%3D&autobill=MQ%3D%3D&userid=Mjkx
A few of our amazing PTC students attended the National Technical Honor Society Leadership Conference in Norman today. The conference gives students the opportunity to network, build leadership skills, and work towards academic excellence.
Winter time reminder. This time of year our bodies build up static electricity. So remember, to always discharge the electricity from your body before fueling your vehicle. There is a possibility of fire if that spark happens after you have begun fueling. Fireballs, clothing and humans are not a good mixture.
Follow this link to watch what can happen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzCi0Xn1dio
Today, we recognize our December Employee of the Month - In recognition of your valuable contributions and efforts to support the mission of Pontotoc Technology Center, and in appreciation for your dedication and hard work, thank you and congratulations, Tina Davis!
A big shoutout and thanks to Oklahoma Farm Bureau for sponsoring this month's staff luncheon at Pontotoc Technology Center!
These Hot Rodder students don't take breaks! Even though school is out, they’re practicing for Nationals Competition coming in early December! Their dedication is impressive! #Trainingtosucceed
Practical Nursing’s annual tradition of volunteering. We love giving back! #ptcpn #seasonofgiving
The Annual Staff PTC Chili Cook Off always brings strong, but friendly, competition and plenty of food to go around. This year's winners were Joe Allen (favorite chili), Joy Crabtree (favorite corn bread), and Robert Benedict (favorite desert). Thanks to everyone who participated.
The campus at PTC will be closed November 21st - 25th for Thanksgiving Break.
Pontotoc Technology Center welcomes local manufacturers to our new Industrial Training Center this morning. Mike Tuley provided an overview of OSHA training that PTC offers. The participants also toured the new training facility.
The 2022 Women's Conference is well underway at the ECU campus. See details about the conference at www.ewcada.com
Congratulations to Automotive Student, Tyler Hill - PTC Student of the Month!
Congratulations to Health Science student, Ricardo Charqueno - PTC Student of the Month!
Congratulations to HVAC student, Benjamin Williams - PTC Student of the Month!
Cosmetology students have been busy today learning new skills and facial techniques. Ms. Lane gave instructions and student, Karlee West applied her new knowledge for a fellow student here at PTC! #TrainingToSucceed
At the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Competition in Las Vegas...2nd Place for one of our teams. 12th (out of 16) for the other. EXCELLENT showing from both teams this year! This event not only provides an amazing competitive environment to showcase skills, it also brings our students together with representatives from nationally recognized companies and provides massive scholarship opportunities.
Highway Incident Training: PTC EMS/Fire instructor Deena West talks with students in EMS and HVAC programs about what to expect when driving up on the scene of an accident. HVAC Instructor, Mike Beach says, “For my students, the fact is, if you’re in a profession that requires extensive travel in a vehicle to get from job to job, you’re more likely to witness an accident on the road.” While our programs certainly focus on knowledge and skills in the day to day work, life happens and being prepared for the unexpected is important. From keeping yourself out of danger (stay aware of your surroundings and watch both directions of traffic) to how to help someone in an accident (getting certified in CPR, carrying a basic first aid kit, and more) or alerting other drivers to avoid more accidents (turning on your hazards and flashing lights), there are things we can do before emergency personnel arrive on the scene.
