In the Weeks Ahead at Lake Technical College
- Career Source to Visit Lake Tech, September 29
- CNA Graduation, September 30, 2 pm
- Student of the Month Luncheon, October 1
- National Manufacturing Day, October 2
- College Fair at LSSC, October 5
- Professional Skills Seminar #1, October 6
- Manufacturing Career Fair, October 8 at Lake Square Mall
Advisory and Business Partnership Event a Big Success!
Over 100 business and industry partners attended the annual Lake Technical College Advisory and Business Partner Appreciation Reception on September 24. The Culinary students and instructors provided a beautiful array of food. After eating and networking, the business partners adjourned to their program specific areas to provide advice regarding curriculum, equipment, tools, enrollment, etc.
Academic Affairs
Architecture & Construction
The HVAC students are working on a variety of projects practicing their skills. The new students have acclimated well to the classroom and the returning students have jumped right back in after the summer break.
Lake Tech was awarded a $25,000 planning grant which will allow us to create an integrated GED/Construction Trades skills program of study. This year we will write curriculum, develop and strengthen business partnerships in the construction field, and prepare for implementation during the 2016-17 school year.
Arts, AV & Technology
Digital Design – Last Friday was dubbed, “Freehand Friday” in the Digital Design program. Students learned about mechanized folding in the commercial printing industry. Then they used this kit of intricately die cut shapes to build a city. It was definitely an architectural wonder!
Hospitality & Tourism
Commercial Foods & Culinary Arts – In the first installment of “Teach the Director a Thing or Two,” Diane Culpepper was attempting to learn how to decorate a cake. Chef Koenig made it look so easy. The students made it look so easy. Culpepper…. Not so much.
Human Services
Cosmetology – The Cosmetology students are perfecting their skills!
Information Technology
Computer Systems & Information Technology – Plans are underway to implement this new program October 22. Students will be prepared for the A+, Net+ and Security+ industry certifications.
Manufacturing
On October 8, Lake Tech will be a sponsoring partner in the Florida Manufacturing Career Fair held at the Lake Square Mall from 1 – 4 pm. Anyone interested in a career in this dynamic field, should plan to stop by.
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Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Diesel Technology (Medium & Heavy Duty Truck and Bus Technician) – Students in the Medium & Heavy Duty Truck and Bus Technician program learned how to set up a torch, use proper eye protection, tear engines apart, and work on a crane. All in a day’s work…
Adult Education
GED Prep – This week in Adult Ed, we were busy with topics relating to the U.S. Constitution and voting rights. Since it was Constitution Day on September 17, Mr. Seidner presented a week-long lesson on the Constitution. Discussions were held on the Bill of Rights, Amendments, Founders of the Constitution, Three Branches of Government, and more! On Thursday, students enjoyed guest speaker, Lake County Election Supervisor Emogene Stegall and were given information on how to register to vote as well as the opportunity for students to register for their voter card here on campus and some did! As a class, we engaged in a voting activity that led us through the different legislative acts that impacted various groups and demographics – who could and could not vote – since the 13 colonies formed. It really opened some eyes and provided an opportunity for students to interact more!
Students delved into friction and Newton’s Law #1, as they learned about the scientific method and completed their first lab experiment and lab write-up this week! They maneuvered the tricky terms of control, dependent, and independent variables as well as differentiated between measureable/quantitative data and observational data. Remember matchbox cars? The experiment had them observing and measuring how a matchbox car traveled on different surfaces.
Friday, we welcomed more new students and had a discussion on careers in science. We helped prepare for activities for next week, when we will celebrate Literacy Week. Mr. Seidner also showed off his Tech skills; he used Tellagami for an introduction to our new Bookstore Kiosk. Mrs. Rosenglick would be proud!
September is National Literacy Month. The Adult Education program had a week of activities to celebrate, and our theme was Joining Hands to Support Adult Education and Literacy. The offsite GED and ESOL classes joined us here on Tuesday for “Lunch on the Lawn,” enjoyed a tour of the school, and played a few literacy based games. Mrs. Avelli, one of our instructors who is a published author, read some of her poetry. Students from the ESOL class sang some songs – they use this learning strategy to help them practice and increase their English skills. Students made posters and videos as well as talked about their favorite books and memories of reading. Mr. Seidner introduced the students to public domain (FREE) on-line book resource websites. At our Advisory Board meeting we showed off many of the posters and activities that we have been doing so far this year.
Chief Ron Williams came to our class to talk about the Fire Fighting program and had many interesting questions and many interested students! We would like to have all CTE program instructors or representatives come to our class and talk about.
We have many sites with full classes and have waiting lists for all of our north classes – main campus (morning, afternoon, and evening), Goodwill Leesburg, Genesis Leesburg (day and evening). It appears that Lake Tech’s Adult Education and ESOL programs are in hot demand!
Student Affairs
It’s time to nominate your program Student Ambassadors (SA) for the 2015-16 year.
- If you currently have a returning SA, please have them fill out theattached application for this year. They will automatically be “in” – I just need updated information on file.
- Please nominate ONE student for SA (preferably daytime student; if evening student is selected, they will still need to attend monthly meetings):
- Use the following criteria:
- Should finish their program no earlier than Feb. 2016, preferably June 2016 or beyond – due to events they will be a part of on campus and in the community.
- Should be in good academic standing – progressing through program as expected; this student is expected to attend monthly meetings which will take place in part during your class. 1st Monday of every month from 9:15-10:00am.
- Should be personable, dependable, and proud to be a student at Lake Tech – they will represent LTC at events and through giving tours around campus.
- Should be willing to commit to the meetings & expectations – see application details.
- Use the following criteria:
Applications must be returned no later than Friday, October 2, 2015 to Ms. Frazier.
The first meeting will be Monday, October 5 – 9:15am-10:00am in the Board Room (Old Childcare).
In the Community
On October 13, Lake Tech, Lake County, and Career Source will be sponsoring national workforce expert Mark Perna as he shares with the business community the secrets of maximizing the performance of Generations Y and Z in the workplace. This event will be held at the Institute of Public Safety from 8:30 until 10 am.
Campus Life
Career Success Center Workshops Scheduled for the Fall:
- Thursday, September 17, 2:45-4:00 pm, Resume Workshop
- Monday, October 19, 2:45-4:00 pm, Interview Skills Workshop
- Thursday, October 15, 2:45-4:00 pm, Linkedin Workshop
- Monday, November 9, 5:00-6:30 pm, Resume Workshop
- Monday, December 14, 2:45-4:00 pm, Interview Skills Workshop
Please sign up by contacting Ms. Rosenglick via phone, email, or the Career Success Center sign in sheet (beside door) rosenglicks@lake.k12.fl.us (352) 589-2250, ext. 1855, Room 208A
Professional Skills Seminars – Attend the four Professional Skills Seminars this year to find out what employers from our community say about skills needed in Lake County. Did you know that employers in our community need skilled workers who also have soft skills? This is what they said. Come to the Professional Skills Seminars to learn exactly what these employers are saying and what skills you need to know to get hired here in Lake County….directly from them. There will be 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. sessions on the following dates:
- Tuesday, October 6
- Tuesday, December 8
- Wednesday, March 9
- Tuesday, May 10
Sign up via your instructor.
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