UBCTS Workforce and Innovation News

We're thrilled to invite you to our Open House event. Here's what you can look forward to:

📅 Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024

⏰ Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

💡 Why attend? This is your opportunity to:

• Discover our top-tier programs designed to equip you for the future.
• Meet our passionate instructors who are dedicated to your success.
• Take a tour and see firsthand why we're leading the way in workforce innovation.

👉 Learn more about the Value and Benefits of Career Connected Learning at UBCTS:

👉 Gain the technical advantage from our nationally recognized school-to-work program - UBCTS School to Work Competitive Advantage (youtube.com)

📅 Please mark your calendars and join us for an enlightening evening. We're excited to show you all that Upper Bucks Technical School offers!

I was deeply honored to have been awarded the Dave Berryman NCLA/ACTE Scholarship, representing both Upper Bucks County Technical School and Pennsylvania at the NCLA_CTE/ACTE Best Practices Conference. This incredible event brought together 450 leaders in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and agriculture from across the nation. It was a humbling experience to collaborate with such dedicated professionals and share in their vision for the future of education. I left the conference inspired and more committed than ever to bringing back new ideas and innovations for our students and community.

We're proud to announce that our Health Care Careers Program recently hosted a successful blood drive in partnership with Miller-Keystone Blood Center. Our students received specialized training, enabling them to volunteer and support this crucial initiative. Thanks to the incredible generosity of students and staff across all programs, we collected enough blood donations to save 66 lives! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and helped make a meaningful difference in our community!

I am grateful for Senator Coleman's dedication to our senior community and honored to have

our students play a role in it. Our seniors were provided valuable resources, information, and opportunities to enhance their well-being and quality of life. Simultaneously, it served as a platform to showcase our outstanding students, faculty, and programs. Looking forward to more meaningful connections ahead!

A huge thank you to Craig Spector and the CPR Heart Starters Inc. Safety Training team for providing outstanding instruction to our Dental and Healthcare Careers students at UBCTS! 🎉 Thanks to your efforts, 35 students earned their BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification, a vital skill for their education and future careers. The course was incredibly well-received, and we appreciate the positive impact it has had on preparing our students for success in the healthcare field. We’re grateful for this partnership and your commitment to empowering our students!

It was another exciting day at Upper Bucks County Technical School! All four classes in the Transportation Hall gathered in our shop for an engaging STEM demo from Universal Technical Institute, Inc. Students had a fantastic time learning about the hands-on projects UTI students tackle, gaining valuable insights into real-world technical applications. The demo sparked enthusiasm and curiosity, giving our students a glimpse into future opportunities in the transportation and technical industries. A big thank you to Universal Technical Institute for inspiring our students and sharing such an educational and fun experience!

Our talented culinary and baking students, who are heading to Italy in July 2025, recently visited Arcobaleno Pasta Machines, LLC, to prepare and dry a large batch of pasta for an upcoming fundraiser! The students had an incredible hands-on experience using professional equipment and learning the art of pasta-making from the experts. This visit not only helped them prepare for their fundraiser but also deepened their skills and appreciation for authentic Italian cuisine. Stay tuned for more details on the fundraiser and how you can support our students on their culinary journey to Italy!

We were excited to recently welcome Liz Deck and Beth Fogel from St. Luke's University Health Network to UBCTS for an insightful discussion on volunteer and co-op opportunities in the healthcare field. A special highlight was Senior Abilen Honorato, a Patient Care Assistant at St. Luke's Same Day Surgery Center, who shared her personal experiences and inspired her classmates to explore similar career paths. This collaboration between Upper Bucks County Technical School and St. Luke's underscores our commitment to nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals. It provides our students with valuable, hands-on experiences that empower them to make a difference in their communities even before they graduate.

October’s word of the month was cooperation. Cooperation is an essential workplace readiness skill for success. Congratulations to the students selected by their instructors for demonstrating this attribute daily.

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Eagle Power Turf & Tractor in Doylestown for hosting their Customer Appreciation Day last Friday! Sponsored by Kubota Tractor Corporation, the event highlighted Kubota's strong commitment to our community and support for Upper Bucks County Technical School. We’re grateful for this partnership, which continues to strengthen our CTE programs by providing valuable hands-on opportunities for our students in agriculture, mechanics, and beyond. Thank you for empowering the next generation of skilled professionals!

Upper Bucks County Technical School had the privilege of touring Cer-Mac, Inc. in Telford, a remarkable third-generation, family-owned business that exemplifies excellence in precision manufacturing solutions. Cer-Mac's dedication to quality and innovation is truly inspiring and serves as a model for our students. A special thank you to Laura Hottenstein, Trish McIntyre, and Michelle Hirschbuhl for sharing their invaluable insights and giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible work being done at Cer-Mac. It's always a pleasure to learn from such passionate leaders in our community!

Our AM and PM students recently participated in SkillsUSA Day and discovered the incredible opportunities SkillsUSA offers! 🚀 Students sharpened their communication skills with Elevator Speeches and collaborated to create catapults to ignite their enthusiasm for joining SkillsUSA. Thank you to Andy Hammer and Amy Silvoy from the SkillsUSA Council for leading this engaging event, which included informative sessions, teambuilding activities, and leadership activities.

We're incredibly grateful to the Upper Bucks Chamber and Penn Community Bank for showcasing our students' talents at the 17th Upper Bucks Foodie Event! It's an honor to be part of such a dynamic and passionate business community that continually supports our students and their growth. Your unwavering support enriches their educational journey, providing them with amazing opportunities to shine. We’re proud of our students and thankful for the strong partnerships that make events like these possible!

A heartfelt thank you to Zachary Whalen from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America for sharing his expertise with our culinary and baking students! His presentation was both inspiring and informative, providing our students with valuable insights into the world of culinary arts. We are excited to continue building this connection and look forward to visiting the Culinary Institute in the Spring of 2025. Opportunities like this help inspire and shape the future of our students!

It was an honor to attend the recent Community Leaders Update at St. Luke's University Health Network Quakertown | Upper Bucks Campuses! Their commitment to creating a healthier tomorrow through accessible specialists, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional healthcare is truly inspiring. A special thank you to Dennis Pfleiger for your visionary leadership, mentoring students, and providing invaluable volunteer opportunities that help strengthen our community. Shoutout to Michael Johnson, Quakertown Borough Council member, for your unwavering dedication to public service.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported the "Everything and the Kitchen Sink" Upper Bucks County Tech Culinary Bingo Fundraiser! Thanks to your generosity, we raised $11,000 for the Jim Hey Memorial Culinary Scholarship Fund. Your support, along with the Bankers Dine and Donate initiative, will help aspiring chefs pursue their culinary dreams while honoring Jim Hey's legacy. We are incredibly grateful for your contributions to our students' futures!

Alivia Remick, one of our Ag Tech students, is beginning her cooperative education journey with Hausman Fruit Farms! Her mentor is former UBCTS Ag Tech Alumni April Hausman. Alivia's mom, Nicole Trovinger, also joined the meeting. The Hausman family looks forward to collaborating with Alivia and UBCTS as they continue to grow their farm

Mason Hubner, a Carpentry student, begins his cooperative education program with Lampire Biological Laboratories, Inc. in Ottsville. Mentor Bonnie Steinert and parent Christine joined the placement meeting

Logan Reid, an Auto Tech student, started his cooperative education program with JL Freed Honda. Mentor Michael Sipes joined him in the placement meeting.

Camren Detwiler, a Diesel Technology student, begins his cooperative education program with Souderton Truck Center in Souderton. Mentors Ken Belli and Chris Fanelli joined the placement meeting.

Mattix Perente, a Mechatronics student, begins his cooperative education program at Hartman Systems and Controls, LLC. Mentor John Woehr joins him in his placement.

Rowan Painter, an Exercise Science student, begins his cooperative education program at Success Rehabilitation. Mentor Patti Shutt and parent Denise Painter attended the placement meeting.

Toby Clark, a Mechatronics student, begins his cooperative education program at Hartman Systems. His parents, Keith and Brenda Clark, and mentor, Nate Ritter, joined him in his placement meeting.

Aiden Garza, an Auto Tech student, begins his cooperative education program at C&L Fleet Service LLC. His parents, Justine Lighthouse and Johnathan Garza, and mentor, Chris Farrell, joined his placement meeting.

Lane Frankenfield, a Welding Technology and Fabrication student, begins his cooperative education program with Wearforce in Quakertown. Mentor Nick Suder and parent Jess join the placement meeting.

Alyssa Frey begins her cooperative education programs with Rambo Orthodontics in Lansdale and Souderton! Thank you to their mentor, Dr. Lindsay Rambo, for joining the placement meeting and guiding them on this journey.

Meena Kihm begins her cooperative education programs with Rambo Orthodontics in Lansdale and Souderton! Thank you to their mentor, Dr. Lindsay Rambo, for joining the placement meeting and guiding them on this journey.

Rachael Fosbenner, an Ag Tech student, begins her cooperative education program at MorningStar Farm. Mentors Greg and Bonnie Youngers and her mom, Karen Fosbenner, joined her placement meeting.

AJ Garber, an Auto Collision student, begins his cooperative education program at Thompson Detail Center. His mentor, Chris Millili, joined him at his placement meeting.

Ella Waltersdorff, an Exercise Science student, begins her Job Shadow Opportunity at Success Rehabilitation. Her mentor, Patti Shutt, joins the placement meeting.

Logan Hirsch, a Quakertown Community High School senior, is our Student of the Month, celebrated for her exceptional achievements and contributions to our school community. As a dedicated member of the Graphic Communications program, Logan consistently earns First Honors and has been recognized with the Most Dedicated Award for her remarkable commitment and enthusiasm.

Logan was influenced to attend UBCTS by her mother, Barbara who is a proud champion for CTEand what it stands for. The decision was then reinforced by her brother, Kayen, a proud UBCTS welding alumni. She began her career path here in 9th grade and has not looked back.

Logan's talents shine through her impressive performance in competitions. She stood out among her peers by earning a bronze medal in the SkillsUSA District competition in Advertising and Design. In addition to her academic success, she serves as our school photographer, skillfully capturing significant moments and enriching our visual narrative.

Logan is also a proud National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) member and has achieved Outstanding Level III award in her program. She also is a Cooperative Education student employed at DSR Printing in Doylestown. She plans to pursue a career as a printing operations specialist while continuing her passion for tattoo art design and photography.

Logan loves being active in tech and assisting Mr. McClung. She enjoys developing her leadership skills and helping students understand the Graphics Communications program better. Her efforts are rewarded when Mr. McClung’s wife bakes her special mocha cookies for her to enjoy.

In her spare time, Logan likes snowboarding, rollerblading, and photography.

Her blend of academic excellence, creative talent, and future aspirations exemplifies the spirit of our school community. Congratulations, Logan, on embodying dedication and excellence!

• November 1- End of first marking period
• November 13- Red Robin Italy Dine & Donate
• November 14- Open House 5:30-7:30 pm
• November 20-21- SkillsUSA PDC Conference
• November 21-22- SkillsUSA Officer & Ambassador Training
• November 27-In-Service
• November 28-29- Holiday

Email: mherrera@ubtech.org
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