Tech Center

Our middle school campers jumped right into the creative world of screen printing this week in our hands-on Ink to Fabric (screen printing) program. Students were guided through the entire process, from creating their own designs digitally (or by hand) to prepping the screens and pulling the ink onto their shirts. Everyone did a fantastic job learning new technical skills, working as a team, and bringing their unique designs to life on their custom shirts.

Construction Junction! This Tech Camp program is led by our Building Trades instructor and introduces the campers to shop safety and tools! They then learn techniques that help them to build various , functional projects that they then take home! I see crates, step stools, and iPhone holders in this picture and I am sure there is more to come!
Don't miss out next year!

The Tech to Trade program was all about experiencing different instructors, programs, and future trades! Our EMS Instructor worked with campers on appropriate use of an ambulance stretcher and the proper way to splint an injury.

Tech Camp is so fun and educational! Please put it on your calendar for next year!
The Graphic Art & Design instructor, along with a photographer, work with students on taking great photos and then turning them into art! Campers also learn how to create stickers and art using Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, and InDesign!

Look what these campers are doing with our Heavy Equipment instructor, AIS employee, Adam Dennany! They are learning what it takes to operate the Big Rigs! We are so glad the rain ended so they could get out there to pick up and move bowling pins with precision and dig holes!

Tech Camp started today! Students advancing to 7th, 8th, and 9th grades next school year signed up and are participating in our week-long camp programs. They are getting exposure to the Tech Center and also education and activities revolving around various career paths. The students pictured here spent the morning with soon-to-be-retired Automotive instructor, Greg Sagodic, learning about small engine repair and assembling a small model engine!

EMS Instructor, Jodie McLean, and the Tech Center would like to give a great big cheer to Trinity Mitchell, Allegan High School 2026 graduate! Trinity is the first EMS student to pass the NREMT certification this year! Congratulations on becoming a licensed EMT here in Michigan!!

The Final Stretch! 🌈

The school year is almost over — don’t let absences slow you down! 🏫
Consistency now helps students complete projects, retain learning, and head into summer ready for success.

💡 Small steps today lead to big achievements tomorrow.
#FinalStretch #AttendanceMatters #FinishStrong #EveryDayCounts #BePresentBePowerful

One Month to Shine! 🎯

May is the month to finish strong and celebrate growth! 🌟
Even a few missed days can make it harder to stay on track — encourage routines, focus, and consistent attendance.

✅ Show up
✅ Stay engaged
✅ Finish the year proud!
#EveryDayCounts #FinishStrong #AttendanceMatters #BePresentBePowerful

Help support our 2026-2027 Tech Center students' post-secondary plans! Whether that be college, the trades, apprenticeships, military, or all of the above, you can make an impact! Receive training and support and be a part of our team that helps make dreams come true! See flyer for details.

Attention all Tech Center Seniors and 13th year, ECAC students! Our amazing MCAN Advisor, Ali Coffey, is offering a Summer Melt Program!

During the program, she can assist with things like:
*Finalizing your post-secondary plans
*Completing the FAFSA or FAFSA verification (if needed)
*Understanding your financial aid award letter
*Accessing and navigating your college portal
*Preparing for campus orientation and placement exams
*Purchasing books, technology, and other required materials
*Completing your promissory note and understanding your tuition bill
*Confirming housing, transportation, and meal plans

Summer Scholars Program Details
Dates: May 1 – June 26, 2026

Support Includes:
Two 15–30 minute 1:1 check-ins with me (virtual, in-person, phone, or text)
Additional check-ins if you need extra support

Check out our Adult CTE survey! Whether you have enrolled in one of our courses in the past or just want to give some feedback on future courses, please consider completing the survey.
Use this link :
https://forms.gle/t27Q43k31wSHCLcr8

Thank you!

Last week, at the MITES Automotive Competition near Detroit, MI, Daniel Doornhaag and Wyatt Dennany from Plainwell High School were there to compete! Mr. Jim Dennany, one of the Tech Center's Automotive teachers, was allowed to select only two students to represent the school. Daniel and Wyatt competed in the live competition that included nine stations that were timed at 10 minutes each. Wyatt placed 7th overall and was awarded 2 scholarships for a total of $3500, a trophy, and $100 Snap on Tool. Daniel tied for 10th place overall, but lost the tiebreaker, and was awarded a $1000 scholarship. It should be noted that these two first-year students were competing against mostly students in their second year of an automotive program.

Finish Strong! 🏁

May is here — the finish line is in sight! 🎓
Every day counts. Staying consistent now helps students end the year on top, academically and socially.

📚 Show up, stay engaged, and finish strong!
#BePresentBePowerful #AttendanceMatters #FinishStrong #EveryDayCounts

BUILDING TRADES 1 STUDENTS TAKE FIRST PLACE at the 2026 annual MITES competition. This competition is open to all Michigan school programs that want to participate in MTIES (Michigan Industrial & Technology Education Society). For the competition, the teams are given plans, a bill of material, and their materials - ONLY the night before the competition! The competition runs 8:00am through 4:30pm. The student teams are given breaks and lunch, but they may not talk to their instructor(s) during the entire competition. They also may not have access to their cell phones. Throughout the day, the judges walk around soring teams on safety, teamwork, skills, building properly, etc. The students must wear a hard-hat, safety glasses, and work boots.
It is a long day for the students to plan, work together as a team, work safely, keep their area clean, and build per. the given plans.
The team of four students that took first place was made up of: Dillon Campbell (OHS), Michael Woollam (HHS), Sawyer Wedge (AHS), and Gavin Baugh (HHS). Proud Instructor of Building Trades 1 is Andy Bishop.
Great job, boys!! What an opportunity and honor!

Keep the Momentum Going! 🌞

Spring is in full swing, but learning doesn’t slow down! 🌷
Maintaining strong attendance habits now ensures students don’t fall behind before summer break.

💪 Every day of school is a step closer to success.
#StayConsistent #AttendanceMatters #SpringSuccess #BePresentBePowerful

Earth Day, Every Day — Attendance Edition! 🌎

This Earth Day, let’s take care of our world and our learning! 🌍
Small steps make a big impact — like walking, biking, or carpooling to school. Every effort helps you and the planet grow stronger! 🌱

🚶‍♀️🌳 Learn daily. Grow daily.
#EarthDayEveryDay #AttendanceMatters #SmallStepsBigImpact #BePresentBePowerful

Don’t Let Rainy Days Wash Away Learning! ☔

April showers bring May flowers — and strong attendance brings bright futures! 🌦️
Even on gloomy mornings, showing up makes a big difference. Pack that umbrella and head to class! 🌈

🌟 Rain or shine, every day counts.
#BePresentBePowerful #AttendanceMatters #RainOrShine #KeepShowingUp

📣 Calling All Educators!

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📅 April 15, 2026
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