The Pryor Innovation Center is located at the Rogers State University satellite campus in Pryor, located within the MidAmerica Industrial Park. Pryor students can enroll in career focused course at the Innovation Center as well as taking concurrent courses at Rogers State University. The Pryor High School Innovation Center offers several career pathways for students:
CONGRATULATIONS! Nicholas Rowland earnd his FAA Part 107 Certificate this past week. It was his first attempt to take the test certifying him as a Drone Pilot. Nicholas is a junior in the Pryor Aviation Program and his goal is to attend Oklahoma State University's Aviaiton & Aeronuatics program after graduation.
In order to fly your drone under the FAA's Small UAS Rule (Part 107), you must obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA. This certificate demonstrates that you understand the regulations, operating requirements, and procedures for safely flying drones.
To become a drone pilot you must:
Be at least 16 years old
Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English
Be in physical and mental condition to safely fly a drone
Pass the initial aeronautical knowledge exam: "Unmanned Aircraft General - Small (UAG)"
For more information on becoming a drone pilot: FAA - Become a Drone Pilot
This past week our Innovation Center students and students from other Mayes County schools were introduced to the MAIP Cup Entrepreneurship Event, Sponsored by MidAmerica Industrial Park and i2E, Inc.
MidAmerica has created this event based on the i2E Love’s Cup and tailored for high school students. The Love’s Entrepreneur’s Cup is a statewide collegiate business plan competition that simulates the real world process of researching a market, writing a business plan and making a presentation to potential investors.
The Innovation Center is excited to have four teams competing in this event.
Last Friday we started our first Professional Skills Series: Creating Digital Portfolios in Google Sites. Our Innovation students are working on creating their Personal Profile page today. This will be a fluid project as our students continue to use their creativity to create their own Digital Portfolios that are unique to them. The student portfolios should eventually contain the following items:
- Personal Profile
- Academic Highlights
- Projects & Research
- Presentations & Speeches
- Creative Work
- Reflections
From the Mayes County Trails Alliance Newsletter
We are thrilled to introduce our newest intern, Cayden Knight, who joins us through the Pryor Innovation Center. Cayden brings a wealth of skills and enthusiasm.
As we embark on this exciting journey together, we anticipate Cayden's presence will be a catalyst for innovation and progress within our organization. His dedication and fresh perspective promise to enhance the impact of the Mayes County Trails Alliance, allowing us to continue creating beautiful, accessible trails and active living initiatives for our community.
We look forward to witnessing Cayden's growth and the positive contributions he will make to our team. Together, we will advance our mission to promote outdoor recreation and foster a stronger, healthier community. Welcome aboard, Cayden Knight!
Cayden will be assisting the Mayes County Trails Alliance with creating an interactive story map of the Mayes County bike trails for their website.
