Western Montgomery CTC
Weekly Newsletter
October 3, 2025
Week #6
The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will.
- Vince Lombardi, Hall of Fame NFL coach
Principal's Update
Western Center families and friends -
If you have not done so already, please be sure to complete the back-to-school online forms in Skyward. You can refer to the directions on our website for assistance.
Our Occupational Advisory Committee will be meeting this month. This committee consists of 100+ members of the community who are knowledgeable or experienced in one of our program areas. They meet twice a year to discuss future plans for the programs. They are an invaluable source for the success of the school.
Our Facebook page (link below) has been alive with activity featuring many students doing interesting things in their programs. Check us out. Better yet, follow us on Facebook to be sure you don't miss any of the feature stories.
Have a happy and safe weekend
Craig Robinson, Principal
Check us out on Facebook
WHAT'S COMING UP
In-service day - October 13
WMCTC is closed to students on October 13
Spring-Ford In-service - October 20
Spring-Ford students (and residents) will not report to WMCTC on October 20
WMCTC End of Quarter 1 - October 24
Final grades will be available for viewing October 28
Pottsgrove Early Dismissal - October 29
Pottsgrove (and resident) PM students will attend WMCTC on October 29 from 7:50AM to 10:50PM. 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
Upper Perk Early Dismissal - October 31
Upper Perk (and resident) AM students will attend WMCTC on October 31 from 8:00AM to 10:50AM. AM students will eat lunch here and be dismissed at 10:50 to return to the high school for the buses home.
PM students will not report to WMCTC.
Throughout the year, AM students will attend WMCTC on all early dismissal days. PM students will not attend WMCTC on early dismissal days.
Upper Perk In-service November 3
Upper Perk students (and residents) will not report to WMCTC on November 3
In-service Day - November 4
WMCTC is closed to students on November 4
Upper Perk Early Dismissal - November 21
Upper Perk (and resident) AM students will attend WMCTC on November 21 from 8:00AM to 10:50AM. AM students will eat lunch here and be dismissed at 10:50 to return to the high school for the buses home.
PM students will not report to WMCTC.
Throughout the year, AM students will attend WMCTC on all early dismissal days. PM students will not attend WMCTC on early dismissal days.
WMCTC Closed - November 24 - 28
WMCTC is closed to students from November 24 to November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday
FUNDRAISING EVENTS
SkillsUSA Fundraiser - Mums For Sale
Sales start September 15 and run through October 3
SkillsUSA Fundraiser - WMCTC Yard Flags
This sale will be open all school year.
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.
Back-To-School Online Forms
Back-to-school forms must be completed for each student prior to the start of the school year. Parents/Guardians, please take a moment to sign into WMCTC's Skyward to complete the forms. Directions to access Skyward and complete the forms can be found below or click the links for the pdf.
In addition to the online forms, there is an Evacuation/Authorization form that should be printed and returned with your student. This form provides information in the event the school is evacuated and indicates to WMCTC who is authorized to pick up a student if evacuated.
Please visit our website, www.westerncenter.org, for instructions to access Skyward and complete the forms.
Questions can be directed to Mrs. Yusko at ayusko@westerncenter.org or 610-489-7272 x 208.
Bell Schedule
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*
WMCTC PE/Health Schedule - October 2025
Below is the October 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.****
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
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
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:
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.
In The WMCTC Classrooms
Guidance
Montgomery County Community College - Open House Oct 11 and Oct 25
Use the QR code in the flyer below to register for their Open House
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.
Student Handbook
Please take the time to review this with your student. Pay special attention to the sections about Attendance, Discipline, and Grades.
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
WMCTC 2025-2026 Calendar
Western Montgomery Career & Technology Center Mission Statement
Notice of Nondiscrimination
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/