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CONGRATULATIONS LUIS ROSA VILLANUEVA!
Luis is a first year TV/Multimedia student at the Career and Technology Center. He recently won the American Conservation Film Festival Next Gen Award for his short film titled "The Tragedy of the Apple Tree."
Click the button below to watch the short (3 minute) film.
Many students at the Career and Technology Center (CTC) take advantage of work-based learning opportunities during the school day. The Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) Youth Apprenticeship Program is one example of a great work-based learning opportunity. This program is a partnership between FCPS and the Maryland Department of Labor. Job placement allows students to develop skills they are learning in the classroom and apply them in the workplace.
Dynamic Automotive has been an active participant in the CTC work-based learning program for many years. Several of their employees and supervisors are graduates of the CTC automotive service technology program. Over the last few years, they have been instrumental in developing and sponsoring the Youth Apprenticeship Program. CTC alumni, Dakota Thrasher, (shown right) is one of many students that thrived during his apprenticeship with Dynamic Automotive.
Click the PDF attachment below to read the full article about the FCPS Youth Apprenticeship Program and work-based learning.
January 20th was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. Last year, CTC rededicated a river birch tree in front of the school to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This tree was originally dedicated to the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1988 with a plaque. CTC renewed the memorial with fresh landscaping and a beautiful updated plaque (shown left) to remind everyone of the importance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s beliefs, messages, and contributions.
WELCOME MR. O'BRIEN, NEW CTC COUNSELOR!!!
My name is Chris O'Brien and I am excited to be a part of the CTC family after 6+ years at Linganore High School. This is my 11th year as a high school counselor and I am grateful for the opportunity to work with so many amazing students.
My wife and I live in Frederick with our twin daughters who are currently in 3rd grade. During my free time, I enjoy traveling, skiing, playing pickleball, going to concerts, and attending sporting events.
WOMEN IN TRADES CLUB HONORS HISTORY WITH BICENTENNIAL ARCH INSTALLATION
This past month, the Women in Trades (WIT) Club at the Frederick County Career and Technology Center (CTC) proudly contributed to the commemoration of the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette's historic visit to Frederick, Maryland. The club was honored to design, build, and install an arch to celebrate this milestone, reflecting the craftsmanship and community spirit of Frederick’s residents in 1824.
Marquis de Lafayette, a revered French military officer and American Revolutionary War hero, played a pivotal role in the fight for American independence and was a close confidant of George Washington. On December 29, 1824, the 67-year-old Lafayette crossed the Monocacy River and was warmly welcomed into Frederick, where he spent three days as the guest of honor. The town hosted parades, parties, and a grand ball to celebrate his legacy and friendship with the United States.
The Women in Trades Club embraced this commission with enthusiasm and collaboration. Young women from a variety of trades came together, learning new skills to recreate a structure reminiscent of what Fredericktonians of the 19th century might have crafted to honor Lafayette. The final arch was designed with historical accuracy and artistic flair, serving as a centerpiece for the bicentennial celebrations.
Lafayette Bicentennial Committee Chair, Theresa Michel praised the club’s efforts, saying, “The arch was the key element that pulled the whole celebration together. Our committee is extremely grateful to the talented young women who created it. They built a masterpiece.” During the installation, the three sections of the arch were seamlessly placed atop two existing columns on Council Street, showcasing the precision and teamwork of the club members.
The Women in Trades Club’s contribution highlights the importance of community, history, and the skilled trades in celebrating Frederick’s rich heritage. Their work serves as an inspiring example of how today’s students are preserving the past while building the future.
For more information about the Women in Trades Club and their projects, please contact Career Coach, Brenna Edmonds, or visit the Women in Trades webpage at fredcowomenintrades.org/
Learning Lunch at CTC is a unique time. Taking place between the am and pm programs, Learning Lunch provides time for all-day CTC students taking online courses to work on assignments, eat their lunch, and receive academic support from certified teachers. Students are given autonomy over their learning and can choose their own pace, place to work, and pathway.
CTC uses a blended approach to online learning. Students have access to teachers and mentors who guide them through the online courses and help them comprehend the content. Teachers also provide hands-on guidance and understanding of text and difficult concepts. Students can also collaborate with other students or work on their own. Learning Lunch is a great time to learn in a relaxed and supportive environment. Our staff who help students during learning lunch are Lera Straits (English Teacher), Lorraine Marshall (Math Specialist), Dina Karakus (Mentor) and Jen Leatherman (Media Instructional Assistant).
Learning Lunch is a valuable bonus to attending CTC as it allows students to complete the required courses to graduate seamlessly in conjunction with their CTC program.
