Good Friday Evening SPOTSYCTC Community,
I trust you and your families have had a fantastic week! Every day at SpotsyCTC is a source of positivity, and the interactions with our students have only amplified that feeling this week. While a number of our programs are currently focused on theory and safety components, many second-year students have seamlessly transitioned into the practical hands-on aspects within the lab setting. Our instructors deserve credit for their exceptional ability to strike the perfect balance between theory, safety, and hands-on engagement, cultivating an educational environment that is both informative and exciting.
Within the SPOTSYCTC program, we proudly host our exceptional Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs). We actively promote student involvement in these remarkable associations, aligning with their respective programs of study. Among our CTSOs, you'll find SkillsUSA, HOSA, FCCLA, and Educators Rising. Additionally, within our JROTC Program, an avenue for competition emerges through our Raiders Competition Team and Drill Team.
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
I'd like to share some information with you regarding several resources that will assist you in staying updated about your student's progress at SpotsyCTC, the first resource is: Canvas Observer accounts which are primarily used by parents or guardians to monitor and support their children's academic progress and activities in the Canvas learning management system.
With an Observer account parents and guardians can:
- Track Academic Progress
- Support and Encourage
- Identify Areas for Improvement
- Access to Course Materials
Directions are below.
The 2nd Resource is ParentVue. Directions are below on how to toggle between the student's home high school and the Spotsylvania Career and Technical Center on Parent Vue.
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
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"!
As we head into the weekend, I please take a moment to relax and unwind, spend quality time with loved ones, and recharge. I look forward to seeing all of our amazing students and staff on Monday and we continue on this amazing journey.
“SPOTSYCTC…. The Bridge that connects YOUR NOW to YOUR FUTURE
2023-2024 theme is: “The Power of Little Things, Transforming into Big Achievements"
Sincerely
Reitha Abed
Principal
Spotsylvania Career & Technical Center
