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April ~ Staying Connected
MBIT Students Win Automotive Technology Competition!!
The MBIT Automotive team of Patrick Gallelli (Council Rock South) and Conor McGlinchey (Central Bucks South) won First Place in the Philadelphia Top Tech Challenge Competition, which was held on Friday, March 3rd. The students received more than $285,000 in scholarships and tools for their 1st place win.
When asked about the competition, Conor said, “This is a dream come true,” and Patrick added “I have been wanting to win this competition for my family, Mr. Schwarz, and myself.” They also thanked Keystone Volvo and the Auto Dealerships Association of Greater Philadelphia for the opportunity to compete in the 30th Tech Competition. They especially would like to thank Middle Bucks for giving them the skill set required to be successful in the automotive industry!
Another Automotive Technology Win at the NCC Competition!
Another BIG win for our Automotive Technology students at Northampton Community College's Auto Skills Competition! Top honors went to the team from Middle Bucks Institute of Technology, Austin Belisario and Connor McGlinchey.
Austin and Conor will each receive a $2,000 scholarship to attend Northampton Community College.
Congratulations to our first 2023 MBIT Cosmetologist!
Congratulations Arelis Roman for being the first from the 2023 Cosmetology class to pass State Boards! She is now a licensed Cosmetologist! We wish you all the best in your new career.
Career Fair between HBA and MBIT a Huge Success!
The Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) and Home Builders Association of Bucks and Montgomery Counties (HBA) recently teamed up to host a career fair for MBIT students, and the event was a resounding success. Held at the Middle Bucks campus, the career fair provided students with the opportunity to connect with local industry partners and learn more about potential career paths.
Over 30 businesses and organizations participated in the career fair, offering more than 200 students information about their industries, career paths, and job opportunities. Students were able to speak with employers and present their resumes and career goals.
State Representative Brian Fitzpatrick took the time to attend the career fair, speaking with students and engaging with industry partners, all of which helped to make the event a success and demonstrate the commitment to addressing the skilled labor shortage.
March was National Women's History Month
Celebrating International Women's Day
Celebrating International Women's Day with all the amazing women at Middle Bucks Institute of Technology! Today, we celebrate your strength, resilience, and accomplishments. Your hard work and dedication are an inspiration to us all. Keep breaking down barriers and paving the way for the next generation of women. You are making a difference and we are proud to stand with you. Here's to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them!
Multimedia Technology students prepare for Film Fest
Multimedia Technology students were busy preparing their entries for the Greenfields Youth Film Festival, Bucks Fever Film Fest, and the Philadelphia Rough Cut Festival. Perfecting their craft! The passion and dedication of these young filmmakers are truly inspiring, and it is a joy to see them flourish in their chosen field. We look forward to seeing their creations on the big screen!
Intellectual Property Engineer meets with the Engineering students
MBIT Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) member and Intellectual Property Engineer, Dave Shoneman, presented the Patent Process and Intellectual property rights to our Engineering Related Technology students. The Engineering students are currently working on Patenting a recent project. Amazing!
Alumni Spotlight
MBIT alumni Madison Dorfman who graduated from the Early Childhood Education program in 2014 and former Co-Op student at Li’l Bucks Partners in Learning, received her undergraduate degree from Shippensburg. She has worked at McDonald Elementary School since 2019. And she just passed her Special Education Praxis and will receive her graduate degree in Special Education from Messiah University in May. WOW! Way to go! Great success stories!
The Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts Visit!
Exciting news! The Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts visited the Building Trades program to earn their carpentry badges!
We were thrilled to welcome these young scouts and help them develop practical skills, teamwork, and confidence. Our experienced instructor and his students guided them through the carpentry project. They also learned about safety, measurement, tools, and materials.
We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to explore different trades and discover their interests and talents. By partnering with the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, we hope to inspire more youth to pursue careers in the building industry and contribute to our communities.
We wish them success in their carpentry badge journey!
Career and Technical Education Special Populations Conference
MBIT Road Show! After presenting at PACTA Symposium, Special Education Teacher, Lise Rich, and Word-Based Education Coordinator, Pamela Swoyer were thrilled to be invited to present at the PA Career and Technical Education Special Populations 46th annual Mid-Winter Conference. They presented, "Preparing CTE Students for Workforce Success Through a Collaborative Approach." It provided a model for a team approach for placement that reflects the student’s strengths, needs, economic profile, and interest for a successful transition.
MBIT Media Associates ~ Logan Pagano & Dahlia Sedgwick
We are so proud of the Middle Bucks Institute of Technology students who gave an outstanding presentation at the Bucks County Intermediate Unit on their work as Media Associates through work-based education.
Their passion and dedication to their work were evident in every aspect of their presentation. It is a proud moment for us to see our students excel and represent Middle Bucks Institute of Technology.
MBIT firmly believes in providing our students with the best possible learning opportunities, and work-based education is an essential part of that approach. MBIT is committed to continuing to prepare our students for their future careers and to empower them to achieve their goals.
Since the Bucks County Intermediate Unit presentation, the Media Associates were asked along with their mentor Ms. Jeanise Dimitri, to present to the MBIT Executive Council and Council Rock School District.
Congratulations to our Media Associates on their success!
📣 CALLING ALL SENIORS! 📣
Class of 2023 Senior Spotlights
Please let us know what your plans are after high school! Send us a selfie or picture with a brief description of your plans...college? Entering the workforce? Joining the military? We want to know and celebrate YOU! Please send via email to socialmedia@mbit.org.
Scholarships and Awards
Looking for a way to pay for college or post-secondary training?
Check out the MBIT Scholarship & Awards website, where you can access the following information:
- Scholarships from local organizations and community connections
- Scholarships specific to certain career paths
- Scholarship tips and tricks
- Financial aid guides and tips on how to apply
Industry Certifications!
Industry certifications are designed to validate an individual's knowledge and skills in a particular industry or profession, and they are often a requirement for many job positions.
Students In Action!
Collision Repair Technology
This nationally recognized Automotive Service Excellence/National Automotive Training Education Foundation (ASE/NATEF) accredited instructional program prepares students to perform: structural analysis and damage repair, non-structural analysis and damage repair, mechanical and electrical components, plastics and adhesives, and painting and refinishing.
Computerized Drafting & Engineering Graphics
This nationally recognized, American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) accredited instructional program prepares students in the areas of: planning, preparing and interpreting mechanical, architectural, structural, civil GPS, electrical/electronic, topographic, piping, tool and die, and other drawings.
Cosmetology
We are hiring! Join our amazing team!
MBIT In The News
Calendar
- April 4 - Executive Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
- April 6 & 7 - Holiday
- April 10 - Professional Development
- April 10 - Executive Council Meeting
- April 21 - NOCTI Performance
- April 27 - National Technical Honor Society (NTHS)
About Us
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) is located in Warwick Township on York Road (Rt. 263) in Jamison, Pennsylvania. A The picturesque high school campus sits on 58 acres and is supported by Centennial, Central Bucks, Council Rock, and New Hope-Solebury School Districts. Middle Bucks Institute of Technology operates as a school of choice designed for students who are seeking to enhance their educational program with a highly relevant career and technical experience connected directly to the real world of business and industry. Over 400 business and industry advisors review and update the school educational program annually.
Email: Jdimitri@mbit.org
Website: www.mbit.org
Location: 2740 York Road, Jamison, PA, USA
Phone: (215) 343-2480
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