SPOTSYCTC WEEKLY UPDATE

Good Friday Evening SPOTSYCTC Community,

It’s been a busy and amazing week at SpotsCTC! As always our students and instructors are doing amazing things in our building. Some of the highlights from this week include:

• The CHCORI JROTC Battalion successfully concluded their JPA Inspection on February 20, 2024. Dedication and effort were evident throughout the preparation, resulting in a commendable 95% overall grade. The cadets' diligence paid off as they retained their gold star and the prestigious Honor Unit with Distinction status.
• SKILLSUSA Members and Advisors have been preparing for District Events. Welding held their competitions last weekend, and tonight, members in Cosmetology, Drafting, Electricity, HVAC-R, and TV/Video Production will be participating. Best of luck to all our members!
• The students enrolled in the "Teachers for Tomorrow" program have been working hard enhancing their learning experiences through active participation in practicums at local schools.

A brief reminder that there has been a calendar change: March 5, 2024, is now designated as a student holiday and a teacher workday.

Applications deadline to apply for SpotsyCTC programs for the 2024-2025 is March 5, 2024. If you have a rising freshman or older, encourage them to explore the various opportunities offered at SpotsyCTC. With 19 different programs available to SCPS students, our schedule is designed to accommodate every diploma type. It's crucial that they apply as an application is required for consideration in one of our programs. There is more information listed below about all of our programs.

Each week we will take the opportunity to spotlight our students, staff, programs and schools through our newsletters, social media platforms, school announcements and video boards. Stay connected with us through our social media platforms:

• Facebook: SpotsyCTC
• Twitter: SpotsyCTC
• Instagram: SpotsyCTC

At the SpotsyCTC we like to think we stands out as something truly special – we proudly cater to students from all five exceptional high schools and present an array of 19 distinct programs, 9 defined pathways and 24 industry-recognized credentials. Our overarching mission is to equip every student with the readiness to venture into the workforce, pursue higher education, engage in training programs, or even serve in the military. Through immersive, hands-on classroom experiences, we provide students with real-world skills and enable them to dive into Workplace Learning, Job Shadowing, Internship/Externship programs, Student Organizations, and a host of other enriching avenues.

Good luck to all of our students who are participating in activities this weekend and next week. I know we have so many students who are involved in the fine arts, sports, clubs, outside events and other extracurricular activities. This journey requires substantial extra time, countless hours of preparation and a skillful juggling of academics, personal life and sometimes work commitments. Good Luck and continued success and remember The Power of Little Things, Transforming into Big Achievements"!

Please be careful this weekend, especially with the anticipation of heavy rain in the area. I hope you find some time to unwind, recharge, and enjoy precious moments with loved ones. We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday.

• CHCORI BATTALION RAIDERS: CHCORI BATTALION RAIDERS EXCEL IN JROTC COMPETITION (fredericksburg.com)
• Signing Day: SIGNING DAY: SCTC seniors commit to workforce | Announcements | fredericksburg.com
• Cyber Program - Germanna and GO Virginia launch first dual enrollment cybersecurity course for high school students in Spotsylvania | Education | fredericksburg.com
• SCTC Pink Out - SCTC: Students show support through Pink Out | Announcements | fredericksburg.com
• Electrical Program - Spotsylvania Career and Technical Center students learn how to light up the world | Announcements | fredericksburg.com
  

• Student Holiday/Teacher Workday - March 5, 2024
• End of the 3rd 9-weeks - March 8, 2024
• 1/2 Day Early Release - March 8, 2024
• Spring Break - March 11-15, 2024
• Report Cards Sent Home - March 21, 2024
• Career Fair - Juniors and Seniors - March 26 & March 27, 2024
• Student/Teacher Holiday - March 29, 2024
• MONTHLY DRILLS - ON GOING
• LOCKDOWN DRILLRS - ON GOING - We conduct multiple lockdown drills with Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Officers each year according to the code of Virginia.
  

Canvas Observer accounts - Directions are below.

• Observer Directions (English)
• Observer Directions (Spanish)

ParentVue App

When you are using the ParentVue App on your phone, follow these directions to toggle between the child's home school and the Spotsylvania Career & Technical Center.

• Open ParentVue
• Tap on your child's name.
• Tap on Grade Book
• Under your child's name, you will see your Student Home High School. Tap the down arrow next to your Student Home High School
• Tap Spotsylvania Career and Technical Center
• The class and the grade should appear for the SpotsyCTC

Computer Access for Parent Vue

• Go to https://parent.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/PXP2_Login_Parent.aspx?regenerateSessionId=True
• Log in.
• Click on the child you want to view.
• Click on Grade Book
• Scroll down until you see Classes for Spotsylvania Career and Technical Center

Spotsylvania County Public Schools will host its annual Spring Recruitment Fair for Licensed Positions on Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. We are looking for individuals with a bachelor's degree who may be interested in teaching or serving in another licensed position within our organization. All of our schools will be represented during the event, and our Human Resources Licensure Specialist will be there to answer questions regarding the steps required to obtain a Virginia teaching license. Participants will have the opportunity to pre-register for interviews using this link or participate in an on-the-spot interview. Please refer to this flyer for more details.

It was an exciting first semester in career readiness at the SPOTSYCTC. We had 24 students complete externship at the SPOTSYCTC last semester and we have many more getting ready to start. Deadlines for applications for 2nd semester externships and summer externships are coming up quickly, so it is highly advisable to turn in signed applications soon. If you have not put in an application and you are interested in applying please use this google form link to apply today (note: you must be signed into your school email to apply). https://forms.gle/Qq13Quo3WVRtLevWA

Next month 50 seniors and juniors from each high school and 50 seniors and juniors from SPOTSYCTC will have the opportunity to attend the Fredericksburg City Commerce Intern Expo. The Following business will be conducting hiring interviews during the expo. If you are a Senior or Junior and you're interested in attending please contact your school career readiness para immediately.

On Monday January 29th at 1030am the owner of Royal Spa, Tequita Queen will be talking to students about careers in massage therapy and spas. If you're interested in tuning in please scan the QR code on the flyer below.

I look forward to another amazing semester in career readiness at SPOTSYCTC

Website: https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/o/ctc
Location: 6713 Smith Station Road, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA, USA
Phone: 540-898-2655
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpotsyCTC
Twitter: @spotsyctc