Trimester 2 Student Spotlight for the Manufacturing Careers Technology program is Hopkins High School junior, Lillia Bailey. Lillia signed up for the class to gain knowledge of machining to help her make parts for the #2054 Robotics Team at Hopkins. Lillia has been a quick learner and will share her knowledge to help students having difficulties. She is a self-starter and is not afraid to jump right in on new projects. Along with attending the Tech Center and being involved with the robotics team she is also a member of the color guard. After graduation her plan is to attend college.
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Picture of Lillia Bailey standing in the Manufacturing Careers shop
Picture of Lillia Bailey using one of the CNC machines in the shop
The Allegan Adult CTE Program is passionate about helping the community continue to learn and grow and build a strong Allegan County. To help accomplish this, we use our Sect. 107 Adult Special Programs grant to help Allegan County residents complete their high school diploma or GED with one of our Adult Education Partners, Allegan Adult Education, and Plainwell Adult Education. West Michigan Works then comes alongside our adult students to help increase employability skills. At the same time, the student can take one of our CTE programs in the evening for free. Reach out to Career Navigator, Allyson for more information and get enrolled today!
about 1 year ago, Allegan Tech Center Adult Education
Sect. 107 Brochure
Page 2 of Sect. 107 Brochure
Earn your CNA through our partnership with Lake Michigan College. Class starts later this month. See flyer for details!
about 1 year ago, Allegan Tech Center Adult Education
CNA Information Flyer
The Welding students are starting one of their community service projects which is fabricating eight bicycle racks for the city of Allegan. Each design will have a theme and will be located outside of the business it represents. All eight racks were designed by our Engineering, Electronics, and Robotics students. This project was brought to us from Joel Dye, Allegan City Manager. The rack pictured will end up looking like a mug and will represent Tantrick Brewing Co.
over 55 years ago, Tech Center
Picture of a bike rack that is sitting in the welding shop.
January is School Board Recognition Month. Thank you to the Allegan Area ESA Board of Education for ensuring that every learner, school, and community thrives.
over 55 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
photo of 5 school board members standing in a line
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is not just for high school students. The Allegan Area ESA is committed to delivering continuing education and training opportunities for adults of all ages at the Tech Center. The Allegan Tech Center, in collaboration with postsecondary partners, community organizations and state agencies promotes learning and aim to improve access to affordable and meaningful educational opportunities. Instructors are experts in their industry and help adults improve skills whether the student is taking courses for personal enjoyment or looking to gain entry-level skills in the chosen industry for future employment. We also have the unique ability to connect adult students working on high school completion with our Career Navigator to enroll in our courses for free.
over 1 year ago, Allegan Area ESA
Man working at machining station
Cameran Cameruci....student spotlight for EMS.
over 1 year ago, Tech Center
EMS post for Student Spotlight. Photo of Carson Cameruci next to an ambulance. Carson is a junior at Martin High School and chose the Tech Center's EMS program so he could help people in his community. He is a cadet on the Martin Fire Department and will be starting Fire Academy in January. Carson plays football for Martin and is a 2-time State Champion.
Student Spotlight....Culinary Arts!
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A photo slide of cookies and Kynlee in her kitchen. The slide says: Kynlee Boomsma - Culinary Arts. Yummy news! Kynlee Boomsma, a junior at Wayland High School, was hired by the Wayland school district to bake 36 dozen cookies for their staff! Kynlee is the owner of Kynlee's Kreations, which is a pie and cookie business she runs on Facebook and Instagram. Kynlee started this business as a fundraising opportunity for her to go to Europe this past June. Since her big trip, she still loves spreading joy to others through her baking. Kynlee is loving her experience in Culinary Arts at the Tech Center and is furthering her skills a ton! Make sure to check her out!
Meet Brooklyn Badders! Today's spotlight.
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Health Care Science Foundations Student Spotlight: Brooklyn Badders is a senior from Otsego High School. Brooklyn also attends Early College and this year chose to add our Tech Center program "to gain knowledge and experience in the healthcare field." She has already earned several certifications and has learned many skills that will help her in the future. Her career goal is to become a nurse.
Enrollment for the Tech Center starts at the local district/high school level for students and is initiated in February. All of our programs are one-year programs except for Auto and Heavy Equipment, which are two-year; seniors can still enroll. 10th and 11th grade students should discuss their wish to enroll in one of our programs, and also graduation requirements, with their local high school counselor. Homeschool and private school students are welcome, and their enrollment also begins at their given school district to discuss enrollment procedures. More information can be found on our website: alhttps://www.alleganaesa.org/page/tech-center-program-enrollment-information
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Student Spotlight for Manufacturing Careers Technology! We would like to introduce Taegan Harris, Martin High School senior. Taegan finished our one-year program last year and decided to return to continue building his skills. He is a model student and is a leader both in the classroom and the shop. Taegan shares his knowledge of machining with his classmates when they need help. His projects placed well last year in both the MITES regional and state competitions. He was also an integral part of Martin's recent back-to-back state football championships. After graduation he is undecided between attending college or going straight to the workforce to begin a career in the machining trade. Whichever path he chooses his future is bright!
over 1 year ago, Tech Center
Picture of Taegan Harris standing in the Manufacturing Careers shop at the Tech Center
Each year local 10th grade students visit the Tech Center to explore career and technical education programs. The Pathways to Success students rocked the house during these visits! Students showcased their career paths with vibrant display tables. The visitors interacted, asked questions, and got inspired! If anyone else wishes to know about our Pathways to Success program as this was a new non-CTE program this year, please call 269-512-7800.
over 55 years ago, Tech Center
A pathways student chats with 10th graders
Picture of 10th graders with the pathways students and teacher
Pathways student talking to a 10th grader
A Pathways student standing at a table labeled "manager".
A Pathways student standing at a table with a child's basketball hoop
Pathways student with a table labeled "Builder" and items that a builder would use on the table.
Student Spotlight: Heidi Billington, Martin High School senior and a student of our Health Occupations Academy (second year health program we have available).
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Photo of Heidi Billington in a NMU baseball cap. Congratulations, Northern Michigan University Harden Scholarship, full-ride, recipient.
Welding Student Spotlight: Junior student, Cameron Cameruci, from Martin High School. Cameron enrolled at the Tech Center as he wanted to learn a skill that he could possibly use after high school, and he chose the Welding program as it "looked cool." He does not regret his decision. He states he is having fun and that TIG welding is his favorite so far. He isn't sure what his plans are after he graduates next year, but does know that it will be the work force for him, most likely a union position, and now he thinks it will be in welding. He states his dad was in the union through the paper mill.
over 1 year ago, Tech Center
Welding Student Cameron Cameruci, smiling with his welding helmet and safety glasses on.
Building Trades 2 Spotlight: Most of our programs are one-year programs, but for students who meet the requirements, they can return for work-based learning (WBL) placements. Colbey Jones is a Wayland High School senior and this past summer he began working for Kent Companies in Grand Rapids. He continues to work for them as a WBL student and is currently building a parking garage. Colbey states that he enrolled in the Tech Center's Building Trades 1 program as he likes working with his hands. He plans to continue working for Kent Companies after he graduates this spring.
over 1 year ago, Tech Center
Colbey Jones in a safety harness working high up in Grand Rapids on a parking garage
Many of our districts have a different winter break. Please check with your local high school if they are requiring students to attend on days they are not in session but we are. Thank you.
over 55 years ago, Tech Center
Announcement: Tech Center Winter Break, Coming! No students Dec. 20-Jan.2. The Office will be open Dec. 20, 21, 22 and 28, 7:30a-3p
Computer Information Systems (CIS) Student Spotlight: Dylan Wheeler is a Plainwell High School senior. Dylan completed our one-year CIS program as a junior and achieved the criteria necessary to return this year for the Cyber Security program that is offered. Dylan has earned nine industry certifications through the CIS program (four this year alone)! He decided to enroll in the Tech Center as he has had an interest in computers since he was in middle school and he felt CIS would be the right fit for him. He has excelled in this area and has worked one day a week with the Plainwell IT Department, which began last year in his first year of the program! Dylan's post-secondary plan is to attend U of M, Michigan State, or Michigan Tech for computer science.
over 55 years ago, Tech Center
Dylan Wheeler, CIS student, standing in front of wall filled with industry certifications
Engineering, Electronics, and Robotics student, Evan Ruga, is in the spotlight! Evan is in his second year at the Tech Center, focusing more on mechanical engineering this year.
over 1 year ago, Tech Center
Picture of Even Ruga, Engineering student with the text: Evan Ruga became the first 2023-2024 Engineering, Electronics, and Robotics student to earn the internationally recognized Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) certification. Congratulations!
Building Trades 1 Spotlight...instructor, Andy Bishop, introduces Wayland High School senior, William Klein. William enrolled in the Building Trades 1 class to advance his knowledge and building skills. He hopes to be able to use these after graduation in the US Coast Guard. While in the Coast Guard, his goal is to join the Maritime Enforcement team. Good Luck on the ASVAB test William!
over 55 years ago, Tech Center
Building Trades student William Klein  standing in the building trades work area
The morning Pathways to Success students completed their community service at Positive Options located here in Allegan this month. The students rolled up their sleeves and assisted with creating heartfelt cards for clients, crafting informative packets for new clients , creating candy bags, and taking charge of outdoor cleanup. The energy and enthusiasm from our students were contagious, and they're already asking when they can return. It was great to see everyone working to make a positive change together. A huge thanks to Positive Options for welcoming us with open arms and allowing us to serve in such meaningful ways.
over 55 years ago, Tech Center
Students doing yardwork outside of the Postivie Options building
Two students washing windows
One Student sorting diapers
Student assisting with diapers
Student sitting with client
Three students getting directions from supervisor at Positive Options