Don't say you don't have enough time. You have exactly the same number of hours per day that were given to Helen Keller, Pasteur, Michelangelo, Mother Teresa, Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Jefferson and Albert Einstein. - H. Jackson Brown Jr., author

Be sure to check out the long list of scholarships being offered near the end of this newsletter. Some have deadlines that are approaching soon. Take advantage of the many generous scholarships.

The New Student Application for the 2025-2026 school year is open. Please visit our website, to access the application.

**Current WMCTC students are not required to re-apply.**

We are looking for substitute teachers and an Instructional Assistant. Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center offers flexible hours and a great work environment. Please contact us for more details.

Have a great weekend!

Craig Robinson, Principal

This is a mandatory attendance day for Seniors only. We ask that no appointments be arranged on this day to allow Seniors to complete the last test of their NOCTI exams.

Make-up testing will not be available.

Parents - Mark this date on your calendar. The Senior Recognition Ceremony will be at Spring-Ford High School on Wednesday, May 21 starting at 7:00PM.

Information is being sent via USPS next week and available for reference below.

Make special note: This is not a graduation ceremony. Students continue to attend WMCTC after the day of this ceremony until the last student day designated by the high school.

For WMCTC Seniors who are not on co-op: The week of March 3rd through the 7th will be Mock Interview Week. Each shop will have a day where volunteers from the industry will come in and conduct a practice interview that will last about 10-15 minutes. Seniors are expected to come on their assigned day dressed as they would in an actual interview in industry. They are also expected to bring a current resume. This will be a graded assignment, but it is also good practice for real life after graduation. If there are any questions, please email Ms. Powers at jpowers@westerncenter.org.

Below is the schedule for programs and their interviews:

Monday, March 3rd: Cosmetology, Culinary, Early Childhood Education, Protective Services

Tuesday, March 4th: Commercial Art, Health Science, Sports Medicine

Wednesday, March 5th: HVAC, Precision Machining

Thursday, March 6th: Morning Session Seniors, Carpentry, Dental, Electrical, Welding

Friday, March 7th: Automotive Technology, Collision Repair, Computer Information Systems, Diesel Technology

Each week, there will be one or two programs and students spotlighted. We enjoy hearing what students are doing, why they are here, and what they plan to do when they leave WMCTC. Please enjoy their stories.

Kenma Oum

Kenma Oum is a Spring-Ford senior who is a part of the Cosmetology program. She enjoys working on cars in her free time. She enjoys her class because of the new tips and tricks she uses on her clients. She has been a part of the WMCTC program for four years and is talented and efficient in her program. After WMCTC, Kenma intends to attend college so she can be a part of the entertainment industry. In regards to her experience at WMCTC, Kenma says, “I’ve grown to communicate better here, and am proud of it.”

Makayla Marshall

Makayla Marshall is an Upper-Perkiomen junior who is a part of the Cosmetology program. She takes part in three different sports for extracurriculars. She enjoys her class because she is gaining great skills for her future. She has been a part of the WMCTC program for three years and is efficient and well-organized in her work. After WMCTC, Makayla plans to go straight into her field to become a full-time stylist. In regards to her experience at WMCTC, Makayla says, “It’s always a good thing to hear when your client loves their hair.”

Kaden Van Vile

Kaden Van Vile is an Upper-Perkiomen senior who is a part of the Protective Services program. He knows how to drive a forklift. He enjoys his class because he gains real world experience for his future career. He has been a part of the WMCTC program for four years and is optimistic about his work. After WMCTC, Kaden plans to jump right into the workforce. In regards to his experience at WMCTC, Kaden says, “Your grades don’t define your ability to do quality work and what you want to do.”

Ethan Murphy

Ethan Murphy is a Spring-Ford senior who is a part of the Protective Services program. He is very involved in music and plays six instruments. He enjoys his class because of the hands-on skills that the school gives him the opportunity to work on. He has been a part of the WMCTC program for four years and is efficient and well-organized in his work. After WMCTC, Ethan intends to go straight into the workforce. In regards to his experience at WMCTC, Ethan says, “Once you get through the beginning, it becomes a lot of fun.”

Lindsey Maute

Lindsey Maute is a Spring-Ford senior who is a part of the Protective Services program. She is involved in music and sometimes enjoys doodling. She enjoys her class because she finds it beneficial to have a specific class that relates to what she wants to do in the future. She has been a part of the WMCTC program for four years and is determined and well-organized in her work. After WMCTC, Lindsey plans to attend college and major in criminal justice, minor in anatomy, then join the national guard. In regards to her experience at WMCTC, Lindsey says, “Be prepared and make sure you’re doing something you’re really interested in.”

For the Cafeteria at Western Center:

Our cafeteria is currently operated by the Spring-Ford Food Service Department. Below is a link to our web page for information on utilizing eFunds for your student lunch account, charging guidelines, lunch menus and applying for the free/reduced lunch program.

https://www.westerncenter.org/Page/662

Please feel free to reach out to Tracy Bogucki at tbogu@spring-ford.net or 610-705-6209 with any questions you may have.

Are you going on a trip? A family vacation perhaps?

If you know in advance that your student will be absent from school for three or more days, please complete an Advance Notification of Extended Absence form. They are located on the WMCTC website or by emailing Attendance@westerncenter.org.

Once you have the form, your student is responsible for taking it to their high school principal and WMCTC instructor for them to sign. Don't bring it to the Attendance Desk until you have both of those signatures! We will then accept the form for Mr. Robinson to consider for approval. Happy travels!

The arrival and dismissal times below are for regular schedule days. On those days where schedules are changed (early dismissal, delays, etc.) the schedule will be shared at that time.

This schedule is used when ALL SCHOOLS have a 2-hour delay. AM and PM students are required to attend WMCTC on 2-hour delay days. Program times are shortened, but not cancelled, due to the condensed school day. The arrival and dismissal times are in line with each high school's 2-hour delay schedule.

Below are the PE schedule cycle days for the 2024-2025 school year. This is not a Monday-Friday schedule. This only lists the 'day' each shop is assigned their PE session.

Farther below this schedule is the calendar which shows when students will report to PE.

**Due to Student-Run-Enterprises, our cycle days do not follow in numeric order**

Below are the March and April calendars for PE Days at WMCTC. PE days are announced daily stating the current day cycle and the next day's cycle.

Through the year, cycle days may not be in numeric order.

****If a student misses their PE class, they must check Mr. English's Google Classroom for their assignment. It is the responsibility of the student to complete work that has been missed.****

Salon is open Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 11-2!

Can’t make it early? We are open until 7PM every other Thursday!

Check out our Instagram @wmctc_salon (Scan the QR code below)

Online booking is also available by clicking the link to The Salon below or call 610-489-7272 x 211

The Salon

The CEO students learned about working with metals in the Precision Machining program.

Would you like to be gaining more experience in your trade while also earning a paycheck? Co-Op gives you this opportunity! Students attend their sending high school in the morning and may work in their trade instead of attending WMCTC two to four afternoons a week. A fantastic privilege that takes planning and preparation. Students or families must provide transportation to the job site, students must meet qualifications and be hired by a participating company. Students are encouraged to speak with their instructor and Ms. Mueller in the Co-Op office to find out more.

Here is what you need to know: (from the Student Handbook p.15)

Juniors (in the Spring) and Seniors are eligible for the Cooperative Education Program based on their grades, attendance, task grid completion, NOCTI pre-test score, and technical instructor and principal recommendations. A student who has five (5) or more unexcused absences from school or more than ten (10) days excused absences from school may not be eligible for the Cooperative Education Program.

Email Attendance@WesternCenter.org or call 610-489-7272 extension 209 regarding any attendance-related concerns (excuse notes, early dismissals, attendance letters, etc.).

https://www.westerncenter.org/Domain/123

Parents, remember, you can sign on to WMCTC’s Skyward to see your student’s grades, attendance, assignments, discipline, and other important information. Go to www.westerncenter.org, click For Parents & Students at the bottom of the page, then choose Skyward Family/Student Access.

Forgot your username or password? Contact Mrs. Yusko at ayusko@westerncenter.org

Have you moved?

Be sure to send your new address information to Student Services at studentservices@westerncenter.org

Please note that the high school does not forward change-of-address information to WMCTC.

If an item has been lost or misplaced, it might be in Lost and Found in the Student Services office. These items may have been left on the bus, in our cafeteria or a classroom. Stop by to see if anything belongs to you.

If you've lost something, check it out!

If a student tests positive for COVID please stay home until symptoms are improving AND the student is fever free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication. Please let WMCTC nurse (ddavison@westerncenter.org) as well as attendance (attendance@westerncenter.org) know the student has tested positive and will be out.

If a household family member tests positive for COVID but the student is completely symptom free, the student may come to school.

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When a student isn't feeling well, he/she needs to visit the nurse for consultation. If a student contacts their parents without seeing the nurse, the student will still need to see Ms. Davison before dismissal.

There are many scholarship opportunities listed that have deadlines this week. Be sure to get your application in if interested. Each scholarship listed below has a deadline referenced.

The Robert Rettinger Memorial Scholarship has an immediate deadline of Saturday, March 1

See below for details

Use this link to access the application for the PACTA Scholarship

www.cte.iup.edu/scholarship

Deadline: March 28

All scholarships are now open to apply. Deadline is March 31 for all scholarships. Please check with the Future Planning Center at Spring-Ford for more information.

At Pottstown campus on April 12 and at Blue Bell campus on April 26. Use the QR code to the right to register (the one in the flyer is not working) or go to mc3.edu/openhouse

There is a scholarship opportunity for Upper Perk Seniors.

A $1500 scholarship is available for a student looking to attend a 4-year college or entering the workforce. Applications can be picked up in WMCTC Student Services or the high school office.

The deadline is April 14th. Don't procrastinate - apply now!

The Herb It Forward Foundation (HIFF) is proud to share that we will award 30 renewable scholarships again this year, totaling over $80,000. HIFF has celebrated Philadelphia Area students since 2015 through scholarships and community activities, including our well-known annual Leadership Camp. We hope to reach your students with this opportunity. Our scholarship program seeks applicants who:

1. Reside in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, or Delaware counties in Pennsylvania, Camden, Gloucester, or Burlington counties in New Jersey.
2. Have demonstrated a strong commitment to giving back to their communities.
3. Demonstrate a strong financial need.
4. Are passionate about connecting with a community of like-minded peers.
5. Please note: We are not a traditional merit scholarship; we are looking for changemakers who want to improve their communities and our world.

To see the program's full eligibility guidelines or have your students apply, please visit our website at https://www.herbie.com/hif-scholarship/.

Deadline is March 3

Use this link to access information on this scholarship: https://www.tfec.org/scholarships/pahr/

Deadline: April 15

Deadline is April 19

Scholarship Opportunity

Deadline is April 3

This is a scholarship for high school JUNIORS

Deadline is March 1

Entries must be sent to Monica@paaflcio.org by April 15, 2025

The Valley Forge Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated will be awarding deserving seniors in the Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery county areas with a $1,000 scholarship for school this fall. We know that during these trying times, an award such as this can be immensely helpful to our scholars.

DEADLINE IS MARCH 9, 2025

Deadline is April 4, 2025

Seniors need to have 3 things in place to be awarded SOAR credits.

-Score overall Competent or Advanced on NOCTI testing

-Have a final cumulative GPA of 2.75 in your technical area

-Have a completed task list with all tasks marked at proficiency level

(SOAR does not include Cosmetology and Sports Medicine programs).

Students meeting these requirements will be mailed home all paperwork needed for SOAR credits. These credits are good for 16 months after graduation. Students refer to collegetransfer.net for participating schools.

What if I do not qualify for SOAR or my school is not connected to SOAR?

Take anything you have completed/earned from WMCTC (Certifications/NOCTI results/task list) to your school of interest. See if they will award any advance credit or allow you to test out of class. BE YOUR OWN ADVOCATE.

Attention students: Saint Francis University is offering a Zoom information session to learn about their Department of Professional Studies on December 10th at 6:00PM. Eligible WMCTC students interested in this specific program might earn a tuition discount. Attend the Zoom for further information: https://francis-edu.zoom.us/j/86380680283?from=addon

The mission of the Western Montgomery Career & Technology Center is to prepare quality citizens for lifelong productivity in a challenging and changing world by forming innovative partnerships among family, school, and community.

Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center, in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, will not discriminate in educational programs which it operates, or in admission or enrollment procedures on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, or handicap and provides equal access to the boyscouts and other designated youth groups. The Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center is an equal opportunity employer and educational institution. We assure that procedures and practices are followed to provide equal access to all programs. Any questions concerning the application of Title IX, compliance or complaints may be referred to Donna Wilson, Compliance Officer, at 77 Graterford Road, Limerick, PA 19468 610-489-7272, ext. 203

Email: crobinson@westerncenter.org
Website: https://www.westerncenter.org/
Location: 77 Graterford Road, Royersford, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 489-7272
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WESTERNMONTGOMERYCTC/