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EBCTC Counselor Newsletter

August 2026

EBCTC CounselorNewsletterAugust 2026

Welcome Back! Welcome Back!

We are glad to have you at Edward Bell Career Tech Center this year. Remember to make the most of each opportunity. Start here. Go anywhere!

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Employee of the Month

Each month, each program will be choosing an Employee of the Month. That person will get his or her picture on our wall and video board, will be recognized in next month's newsletter, and will earn a gift card for the break area. Check out the career readiness skills below that teachers will be basing their selection on.

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August Career Readiness Skill-Professionalism

What is professionalism in the workplace?

Professionalism in the workplace means showing reliability, respect, and accountability. It builds a safe and productive environment for everyone.


What does professionalism in the workplace look like?


  • Showing up on time
  • Speaking and writing clearly
  • Listening well
  • Wearing clean and appropriate clothing
  • Treating others with courtesy
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New Short Term Certificates

EBCTC is proud to offer dual-enrollment classes that can lead to short term certificates through Central Alabama Community College while students are still in high school. Currently, EBCTC has four programs that offer STCs. Please view the guides below to learn which classes can lead to a short term certificate before graduation.


Child Development


Marine Technician Fundamentals


Multi-Skilled Patient Care Technician


Basic Welding

Senior Section Senior Section

Senior Conferences

Have you attended your senior conference yet? If not, you are scheduled to meet with Mrs. McElvy, Mrs. Smith, and Mrs. Worthy to discuss your future plans. Come to the meeting prepared to answer the question, "What do you want to do when you graduate?"

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Apply to the University of Alabama for Free

The University of Alabama has now opened their admissions application to all residents of Alabama for free. That means you can apply now and pay no admissions fee. You must fill out the UA Undergraduate App. The fee for the Common Application will not be waived.

College Spotlight College Spotlight

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Jacksonville State University

Location: Jacksonville, AL


Degrees

College of Arts, Humanities, & Sciences: Art, Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Ecology and Environmental Biology, English, Exercise Science and Wellness, Film, Geography, Geospatial Technology, History, Integrated Studies, Marine Biology, Mathematics, Music, Organismal Biology, Pre-Health, Spanish, Theatre

College of Business & Industry: Automation and Robotics, Manufacturing Management, Digital Journalism, Digital Media Production, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Banking and Financial Services, Industrial Leadership, Management, Human Resources, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Occupational Safety and Health Management, Pre-Engineering, Public Relations and Advertising, Sports Media and Analytics

College of Education & Professional Studies Business Marketing Education, Child Development, Early Childhood/Elementary Education, Family and Consumer Science Education, Hospitality and Culinary Management, Human Sciences, Merchandising, Secondary Education (ELA, Science, Social Studies, Mathematics), Special Education

College of Health Professions & Wellness: Health and Physical Education, Nursing, Nutrition Science, Public Health, Respiratory Therapy, Sport Management and Recreation Studies

College of Social & Behavioral Sciences: Aviation, Criminal Investigations, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Forensic Investigation, Political Science, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology

Welcome to Jax State

Career Spotlight Career Spotlight

Computer and Information Systems Manager

Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology (IT) managers, plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the IT goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.


Median Salary in Alabama: $128,733

Average Annual Openings in Alabama: 425 (In-demand)

Degree Required: Bachelors

Schools offering degrees: Alabama A&M, Alabama State, Athens State, Auburn University, AUM, Jacksonville State, Troy, University of Alabama, UAB, UAH, Montevallo, North Alabama, South Alabama, West Alabama

11-3021.00 - Computer and Information Systems Managers
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Calendar

August 6: First Day of School

August 18: Senior Conferences

August 24: Senior Conferences

August 27: ALACRO Career Fair at CACC

September 3: CTSO Cookout

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