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Lewiston Regional Technical Center recognizes honor society inductees

May 19th, 2010

In front of dozens of family, friends and supporters at the Green Ladle, Lewiston Regional Technical Center (LRTC) (www.lewiston.mainecte.org) recognized the achievements of approximately 100 students who were inducted in to the National Technical Honor Society.  To be inducted, students must have a 93 or better average during the first 3 quarters of the academic year.

The mission of the National Technical Honor Society is to honor and award achievement, promote educational excellence and to enhance career opportunities for students engaged in career and technical education.

Sarah Patrie, a senior from Lewiston High School received the Kenneth C. Jordan Student of the Year Award.  The award named for the first director at LRTC, Mr. Jordan served in that capacity from 1969-1991.

The Lois Barr Community Service Scholarship was presented to Megan Pelletier, also a senior from Lewiston High School.  Lois Barr has dedicated her life work to serving the cultural, spiritual, developmental, and healthcare needs of area residents; it is in that sprit that the award was given to Megan.

The keynote speaker during the ceremony was Rep. Michael Beaulieu (Auburn).  Rep. Beaulieu is a long time supporter of Career and Technical Education and is a retired teacher from Lewiston High School.

LRTC serves students from 6 area high schools (Edward Little, Leavitt, Lewiston, Lisbon, Oak Hill, Poland.  For more information about career and technical education at LRTC, visit www.lewiston.mainecte.org, or students are encouraged to meet with a guidance counselor or advisor.

As part of LRTC’s National Technical Honor Society induction ceremony, students raise their right hand and take the National Technical Honor Society pledge. The event took place on May 19th at the Green Ladle in Lewiston

As part of LRTC’s National Technical Honor Society induction ceremony, students raise their right hand and take the National Technical Honor Society pledge. The event took place on May 19th at the Green Ladle in Lewiston

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Encompass Marketing to award scholarship to LRTC graduate

May 17th, 2010

In honor of their 10th Anniversary, Encompass Marketing and Design (www.encompassmarketing.com) has announced that they will award a $1,000 scholarship to a member of 2010 graduating class from Lewiston Regional Technical Center (www.lewiston.mainecte.org).

Encompass focuses on marketing non-profit organizations and over the years, have had the honor of working with some incredible organizations, including LRTC and the Maine Association of Career and Technical Educators (www.mainecte.org).

Candace Sanborn, Managing Partner at Encompass Marketing, says the Encompass Marketing team was looking for a way to give back to the area in which they are privileged to live and work. “We all live in towns which are served by LRTC.  We felt it appropriate to offer a scholarship that will help a young man or woman pursue a career in a field that is near and dear to our hearts.â€

The scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from LRTC who has been accepted to a two or four-year college program and is intending to pursue studies in marketing or subjects that relate to the marketing field. These can include graphic design, public relations, photography, creative writing, website development/programming.

For more information or to apply for the scholarship, LRTC students are encouraged to speak with John Cook, LRTC’s Students Services coordinator, at 795-4144.

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LRTC gold medal winners advance to state SkillsUSA Competition

February 23rd, 2010

Recently the Lewiston Regional Technical Center (LRTC) wrapped up its first ever local SkillsUSA competition, students competed in more than 30 career and technical skill areas.  Competitions focused on career related skills associated with professions such as: accounting, web design, engineering, construction trades, marketing/entrepreneurship and law enforcement, automotive and many others.

Gold medal winners in each category will advance to represent LRTC at the state SkillsUSA competition in Bangor this March.  LRTC will be well represented, sending 61 students, it largest student group to date.  Winners at the state competition will represent Maine at the National SkillsUSA in Kansas City.

Critical to the continued success of programs like those at LRTC and SkillsUSA, are partnerships between schools and industry.  Businesses and trade groups provide information on industry standards, curriculum, financial support and mentoring opportunities.  Locally, many area businesses are active at LRTC, Lee Auto, Hebert Construction, TD Bank, WahlcoMetroflex and the Maine State Police lend various types of support.

Mark Gordon, Director of Fixed Operations for Lee Auto Mall was a judge for one of the automotive competitions.  “Programs like those offered at LRTC are vital to our industry.  Students receive hands on learning; they gain valuable skills and technical training that puts them ahead of others interested in this profession.â€

SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers and high school and college students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations, including health occupations. Nationally, SkillsUSA serves more than 300,000 students and instructors through 13,000 school chapters in 54 state associations.

Chef Michael Gosselin from The Falls restaurant in Auburn was also a guest judge.  Being an LRTC graduate, Lewiston Class of 2002, he knows first hand the importance of a career and technical education.  “My experience at LRTC really prepared me for this industry.  You get a feel for the skills that are needed to be successful and enough practical knowledge to decide if this is a career for me.  If it is, the skills are highly transferable to continuing your education and then moving on in the industry.

For more information about LRTC and to see a complete list of medal winners, visit www.lewiston.mainecte.org.

"Students from the Law Enforcement program at LRTC stand before judges during the recent SkillsUSA Competiton. A complete list of winners is available at http://lewiston.mainecte.org. Winners in each category will go on to compete at a state wide meet with a chance to go on to nationals".

"Students from the Law Enforcement program at LRTC stand before judges during the recent SkillsUSA Competiton. A complete list of winners is available at http://lewiston.mainecte.org. Winners in each category will go on to compete at a state wide meet with a chance to go on to nationals".

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Lewiston Regional Technical Center Announces School Visit Schedule

January 8th, 2010

Throughout the month of January representatives from Lewiston Regional Technical Center (LRTC) will be visiting with interested students at each of its sending schools.  Prospective students will learn about available programs, the opportunity to gain college credits as well as the application process. There will also be take home materials available to review and discuss with family members.

Presentations will take place at Poland Regional High School on January 11th, Oak Hill H.S. on January 12th and 13th, Lisbon H.S. on the 14th and 15th , Leavitt H.S. on the 25th and 26th, and Lewiston High School the week of January 26-29th.  Students at Edward Little High School should contact their guidance counselor or advisor to schedule an appointment.  For more information about LRTC, interested students should check with their guidance counselor or advisor and visit www.lewiston.mainecte.org.

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Students from Lewiston Regional Technical Center help Lewiston Veteran

January 6th, 2010

On Tuesday, January 5th students from Lewiston Regional Technical Center (LRTC)( http://lewiston.mainecte.org) joined Ann Pinette and local media members to discuss the new ramp and porch that the  students designed and constructd for Ms. Pinette.

Pinette a disabled Veteran,  looked to contractors and the Veterans Administration for assistance to have a ramp constructed at her home.  When construction estimates came back too high for coverage by the V.A., Lewiston Regional Technical Center stepped in.

Since September students have been designing and working on the project, even meeting with code enforcement to make sure the project met all legal requirements.    While being interviewed by the media, Jessica Denis a junior in the Trades Cluster at LRTC said the whole experience was wonderful, ” I love woodworking, so this is my dream, to actually make this.  I have always wanted to work on a big project.”

Ann Pinette says she could not have been more impressed by the students.  “These guys were my angels.  They came right over, no questions asked and started building.   They were very kind and professional.”

Contractor estimates came in around $12,000, LRTC students finished the project for $2500 that paid for materials.

Jessica Denis, LRTC student interviewed by WCHS6's Brian Yocono

Jessica Denis, LRTC student interviewed by WCSH6's Brian Yocono

Sun Journal photographer Jose Leiva photographs Ann Pinette and LRTC Students on her new ramp.

Sun Journal photographer Jose Leiva photographs Ann Pinette and LRTC Students on her new ramp.

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MACTE to launch website for Career and Technical Education Schools

November 12th, 2009

11/12/09

Media Advisory:        Request for Media Coverage

Contact:

Will Fessenden/Encompass Marketing

(w) 755-9445 ext. 101    (c)  632-8926

will@encompassmarketing.com


Launch of web portal for Maine’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) schools

Representatives from Maine’s Career and Technical Education schools, website developer (RainStorm Consulting), community & business partners and legislators will be on hand to unveil a new website dedicated to supporting the efforts of Maine’s Career and Technical schools.

The website, www.mainecte.org, is sponsored by MACTE (Maine Administrators of Career and Technical Education).  MACTE is the official organization for Maine’s network of 27 career and technical education (CTE) schools.

Date:                            November 16th, 2009

Time:                            11 am

Location:                      Lewiston Regional Technical Center (LRTC)

(Please check in at Lewiston High School office)

Following the website unveiling the media and general public are invited to tour the campus of LRTC.  

The mission of Career and Technical Education, as part of the educational system in Maine, is to ensure that students acquire the high-quality technical skills that will prepare them for post-secondary education and entry into an ever-changing workplace and society and meet the rigorous academic standards of Maine’s Learning Results.

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