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WesternMontgomery CTC Weekly Newsletter

January 23, 2026 January 23, 2026

Week #19 Week #19

If you can dream it, you can do it.

- Walt Disney, entrepreneur and founder of The Walt Disney Company

Principal's Update

Western Center families and friends -


Happy New Year to all.


Due to weather predictions this weekend, there may be a chance for closings or delays. Please refer to our website for updates.


The New Student Application continues to be open on our website. We encourage anyone interested in attending WMCTC to apply. Deadline is March 15, 2026.


Our Facebook page (link below) has many posts featuring students doing interesting things in their programs. You may even find a WMCTC alum being featured. Check us out. Better yet, follow us on Facebook to be sure you don't miss any of the feature stories.


Have a great weekend!


Craig Robinson, Principal


Check us out on Facebook

What's Coming Up This Month What's Coming Up This Month

Pottsgrove Early Dismissal - January 28

Pottsgrove (and resident) PM students will attend WMCTC on January 28 from 7:50AM to 10:50AM. PM students will eat lunch here and be dismissed at 10:50 to return to the high school for the buses home.

AM students will not report to WMCTC this day.


Throughout the year, students who attend the morning session will alternate from AM to PM students. Below is the schedule for who will attend the morning session on early dismissal days.


Sept 24 - AM session

Oct 29 - PM session

Dec 23 - AM session

Jan 28 - PM session

Feb 25 - AM session

Mar 25 - PM session

WMCTC Senior Recognition and Awards Ceremony WMCTC Senior Recognition and Awards Ceremony

The WMCTC Senior Recognition and Awards Ceremony is on Wednesday, May 20. Please mark your calendars. More details will follow as the date gets closer.


Students interested in being part of the ceremony as an emcee or singer of the National Anthem should see below for more information.

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WMCTC Student Online Application is Open WMCTC Student Online Application is Open

Go to www.westerncenter.org to apply. Click on Student Application at the top right corner to start the process. Questions can be sent via email to admissions@westerncenter.org.


The deadline for applications is March 15, 2026.

FUNDRAISING EVENTS FUNDRAISING EVENTS

Krispy Kreme Fundraiser

SkillsUSA will be selling Krispy Kreme donuts. Members of SkillsUSA will be taking orders which are due by Jan 30. Donuts will be delivered Feb 2.

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Hot Chocolate Fundraiser

SkillsUSA students will be selling hot chocolate on February 2 as an accompaniment to Krispy Kreme donuts being delivered the same day. Hot chocolate is 50 cents.

Candygrams for Valentine's Day

SkillsUSA will be selling Candygrams February 9 - 11 for students to send to friends. Candygrams will be delivered Friday, February 13. Each Candygram is $2.00

Friday Pretzel Sales

Every Friday, soft pretzels are available for purchase. Proceeds from the pretzel sales support all of our Student Organizations such as SkillsUSA, FCCLA, and HOSA.

SkillsUSA Fundraiser - WMCTC Yard Flags

This sale will be open all school year.

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Main Entrance Main Entrance

The main entrance to the building is located at the front of the building between the restaurant and the playground. All students who are not riding the bus must use this entrance. Parents/Guardians can drop off and pick up students through this entrance. Cars should not be traveling through the bus lanes to pick up or drop off students.


The main entrance will be open at 7:50 each morning during a regularly scheduled day. Students arriving prior to 7:50 will wait outside until the doors are opened.


All visitors will also use this entrance. Visitors must have a driver's license which will be scanned prior to access to the programs. A visitor badge will be provided which must be worn the entire time in the building.

Lost and Found Lost and Found

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There are many items in lost and found. Jewelry, keychain doodads, water bottles, earbuds, lunch boxes, jackets, backpacks, eyeglasses, and more.

Lost and found is located in the Student Services office. If a student has lost something, they should stop in to see if it is there.


UPDATE: We are getting quite a collection of items in Lost & Found. Jackets, water bottles, backpacks, earbuds, and glasses to list a few. If your student has lost something, it may be sitting here waiting for them to claim it.

Bell Schedule Bell Schedule

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PE/Health at WMCTC PE/Health at WMCTC

PE Cycle Days

Below are the PE schedule cycle days for the 2025-2026 school year. This is not a Monday-Friday schedule. This only lists the 'day' each shop is assigned their PE session.

Farther below this schedule is the calendar which shows when students will report to PE.


**Due to Student-Run-Enterprises, our cycle days do not follow in numeric order*

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WMCTC PE/Health Schedule - January 2026

Below is the January calendar for PE Days at WMCTC. PE days are announced daily stating the current day cycle and the next day's cycle.


Through the year, cycle days may not be in numeric order.


****If a student misses their PE class, they must check Mr. English's Google Classroom for their assignment. It is the responsibility of the student to complete work that has been missed.****

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Student Driving and Passenger Information Student Driving and Passenger Information

If you are interested in driving to WMCTC, please see: https://www.westerncenter.org/for-parents-students/student-driverspassengers

To be a driver, two forms must be completed: an online Google form and a printed form that requires the parent/guardian's signature.

To be a passenger, one form needs to be printed and signed. Additionally, the driver's parent must agree to have a passenger(s) in their student's vehicle.


The signed forms and payments are accepted on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Business Office. Ms. Wendy Sigourney oversees the parking permit process, so contact her with any questions.

Uniforms Uniforms

Uniform Store

Here is the link to the WMCTC Uniform Store. Find your student's program to see the uniforms available.

Check the link below for other uniform and supply requirements for each program.

Program Supply and Uniform Requirements

Use this link to see the list of supply and/or uniform requirements for each program.

Food Service Information Food Service Information

For the Cafeteria at Western Center:


Our cafeteria is currently operated by the Spring-Ford Food Service Department. Below is a link to our web page for information on utilizing eFunds for your student lunch account, charging guidelines, lunch menus and applying for the free/reduced lunch program.


https://www.westerncenter.org/Page/662


All students, even Pottsgrove, must apply for Free/Reduced lunch, if their household qualifies. The below links will direct you to the high school's Food Services page for more details:


  • Click here for Pottsgrove
  • Click here for Spring-Ford
  • Click here for Upper Perkiomen


Please feel free to reach out to Tracy Bogucki at tbogu@spring-ford.net or 610-705-6209 with any questions you may have regarding eFunds, lunch account balances, or free/reduced lunch program.


To find out your student’s Lunch ID number, you can call the WMCTC Business Office at 610-489-7272 x202. This number is needed to purchase lunch and/or create an eFunds account.

January Lunch Menu

Provided by Aramark

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In The WMCTC Classrooms In The WMCTC Classrooms

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Cosmetology

The Salon is Open. Check their website for days and times. They are open until 7:00PM on select Thursdays.

Call for your appointment: 610-489-7272 x 211 or go online through the website linked above.

Guidance Guidance

Automotive Training Center - Scholarship Opportunity

Use the link below to sign up for the scholarship workshop on January 27 in Warminster


https://autotraining.edu/scholarship-competition/

Herb It Forward Foundation Scholarships - Deadline March 2, 2026

The Herb It Forward Foundation (HIFF) is proud to share that we will award 30 renewable scholarships again this year, totaling over $80,000. HIFF has celebrated Philadelphia Area students since 2015 through scholarships and community activities, including our well-known annual Leadership Camp. We hope to reach your students with this opportunity. Our scholarship program seeks applicants who:


  1. Reside in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, or Delaware counties in Pennsylvania, Camden, Gloucester, or Burlington counties in New Jersey.
  2. Have demonstrated a strong commitment to giving back to their communities.
  3. Demonstrate a strong financial need.
  4. Are passionate about connecting with a community of like-minded peers.
  5. Please note: We are not a traditional merit scholarship; we are looking for changemakers who want to improve their communities and our world.


To see the program's full eligibility guidelines or have your students apply, please visit our website at https://www.herbie.com/hif-scholarship/.


If you have any questions, feel free to contact me directly.

Email: Jen@herbie.com

Call or Text: 267-624-2685

2026 CHDC Robert Rettinger Memorial Scholarship - Deadline March 15, 2026

For Spring-Ford Area Senior High School counselors, administrators, and educators.


Community Health & Dental (CHDC) is pleased to be offering three $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors to assist students who are planning to further their education beyond high school in the healthcare field. In honor of our former dedicated CHDC board member Robert Rettinger, attached please find the 2026 CHDC Robert Rettinger Memorial Scholarship Application for distribution.


About CHDC:

CHDC is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with locations in Pottstown, Barto, and Boyertown. CHDC offers quality, affordable healthcare services for all individuals regardless of insurance status. CHDC provides full service one-stop-shop for all ages – medical, pediatrics/sports medicine, dental, OBGYN, vision, podiatry, physical therapy, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), integrated behavioral health, care and case management, and free transportation is offered at convenient locations as well as to and from all CHDC health centers.


We accept most major Commercial, Medicare and Medicare supplement plans, Fee for Service Medicaid and Managed Care Medicaid plans and provide a health care discount for eligible uninsured and underinsured patients. For qualified patients receiving a 100% healthcare discount, the nominal fee for a medical/behavioral health/vision visit is $25, $40 for a dental visit and $7 for a prescription. To view our Resource Guide, please click here.


If you have any questions about this Scholarship or about any of our health center services, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at jodonnell@ch-dc.org or my cell 484-868-1613. Please note: Scholarship applications must be submitted to scholarship@ch-dc.org by March 15, 2026.


Thank you and have a great afternoon. We look forward to receiving completed applications for consideration in the New Year!


Jenn O'Donnell, IOM​​​​


Chief Marketing & Development Officer


CHDC

PA House of Representatives Scholarship: Deadline April 15

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Need Help With FAFSA Applications?

See flyer below for information

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America250PA Semiquin Scholarship Program

A Semiquincentennial Scholarship is open for applications for students planning to attend college/university for the 2026-2027 school year. See below for details.

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Email Attendance@WesternCenter.org regarding any attendance-related concerns (excuse notes, early dismissals, attendance letters, etc.).


Advanced Notification of Extended Absence - use this form for absences that will be for three (3) or more days (i.e., vacations, educational trips, etc)

Absences for two (2) days or less can be submitted using a parent/guardian note or email.

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Student Handbook

Student Handbook

Please take the time to review this with your student. Pay special attention to the sections about Attendance, Discipline, and Grades.

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Access to Your Student's Skyward Information

Parents, remember, you can sign on to WMCTC’s Skyward to see your student’s grades, attendance, assignments, discipline, and other important information. Go to www.westerncenter.org, click Parents & Students in the blue ribbon at the top of the page, then choose Skyward Family/Student Access.

Forgot your username or password? Contact Mrs. Yusko at ayusko@westerncenter.org

Cyberbullying - A Resource For Parents & Students Cyberbullying - A Resource For Parents & Students

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Cyberbullying Resource

WMCTC 2025-2026 Calendar WMCTC 2025-2026 Calendar

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Western Montgomery Career & Technology Center Mission Statement

The mission of the Western Montgomery Career & Technology Center is to prepare quality citizens for lifelong productivity in a challenging and changing world by forming innovative partnerships among family, school, and community.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center, in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, will not discriminate in educational programs which it operates, or in admission or enrollment procedures on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, or handicap and provides equal access to the boyscouts and other designated youth groups. The Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center is an equal opportunity employer and educational institution. We assure that procedures and practices are followed to provide equal access to all programs. Any questions concerning the application of Title IX, compliance or complaints may be referred to Donna Wilson, Compliance Officer, at 77 Graterford Road, Limerick, PA 19468 610-489-7272, ext. 203
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Contact Us

Email: crobinson@westerncenter.org
Website: https://www.westerncenter.org/
Location: 77 Graterford Road, Royersford, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 489-7272
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WESTERNMONTGOMERYCTC/

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