Principal's Weekly Update
Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center
March 31, 2023
Principal's Update
Western Montgomery CTC is Hiring!!!!
We are looking for talented individuals who love working with great students and a dynamic staff. We are currently looking for an Instructional Aide and Substitute Nurses. Please check our website for more information.
We are also looking for substitute teachers. No PA Teaching Certification required to substitute at WMCTC. Clearances are required. We have a great work environment and can be flexible with your hours. Start as late as 9am and end at 2:15pm. Please contact us for more details.
Seniors have completed the written portion of their NOCTI exam. They did a fine job. The next step of the NOCTI is the Performance Exam held on April 26. This is the big one, Seniors. It's what you've been working towards.
More and more students are taking advantage of the co-op opportunities here at WMCTC.. Soon, 11th grade Level 2 students may be eligible to work during the school day. Interested students should stop in to see Mrs. Mueller in Student Services.
It's hard to believe we are in the 4th marking period. The end of the year will be here before you know it. Be sure to encourage your student to get all assignments submitted. The success of our students has always been our number one priority. Thanks to you, the parents/guardians, and the staff at WMCTC. Let's keep the momentum going.
Best regards,
Principal Holtzman
SPRING BREAK
Be safe and enjoy the break.
NOCTI PERFORMANCE DAY IS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26
Parents of Seniors - Please Read - NOCTI Performance Day
All Seniors who are testing are required to be in attendance. There are no make-up days scheduled. Parents, please refrain from making appointments for your Senior on NOCTI testing day.
More details to follow as the date nears.
On April 26th seniors will be taking the practical portion of the NOCTI exam and will attend WMCTC for the entire day. More information will be distributed as the date approaches. It is important to remember that this portion of the exam must be completed on April 26th so attendance is required.
**ONLY SENIORS TAKING THE PERFORMANCE EXAM ON APRIL 26th WILL REPORT TO WMCTC**
All other students (9th grade, 10th grade, 11th grade, Level 1 Seniors, Advanced Manufacturing Seniors, and Biomedical Science students) please check with your high school for your schedule plans that day.
SAVE THE DATE - WEDNESDAY, MAY 24
The information below has been mailed to families. It contains important information about the Ceremony.
Check out our website, as well, for additional information. www.westerncenter.org
Senior Survey: Attention WMCTC Senior Class of 2023
The Senior Survey is now live. Please complete the required survey by following this link or scanning the QR code. If you have any questions, please visit Ms. Powers in Student Services or email her at jpowers@westerncenter.org.
Arrival/Dismissal times for all students 2022-2023
WMCTC PE/Health Schedule - APRIL 2023
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.****
WMCTC Spotlight
Senior Spotlight: Averee Staples and Marcus Kussman
Averee Staples
Marcus Kussman
Staff Spotlight: Mr. Bray
IN THE WESTERN CENTER CLASSROOMS
Cosmetology
Visit The Salon at WMCTC!
Call to make your appointment today! 610-489-7272 x 211
Or schedule online: https://booking.appointy.com/wmctcsalon
Salon Hours are Wednesdays and Fridays 11:15 - 2:00 and
Thursdays 11:15 - 7:00
Career Exploration Opportunities (CEO) Newsletter
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SCHOOL OFFICE INFORMATION
From the Attendance office
Email Attendance@WesternCenter.org or call 610-489-7272 extension 209 regarding any attendance-related concerns (excuse notes, early dismissals, attendance letters, etc.).
Parents/guardians have access to view their student's attendance, assignments, grades and discipline using WMCTC's Skyward system. WMCTC's Skyward is not the same as the high school's Skyward.
Parent/guardian sign-in follows this format:
username: parentfirstname.lastname (all lower case) (Example: joe.smith)
password: If you have forgotten your password for WMCTC's Skyward, please contact Mrs. Anne Marie Yusko at ayusko@westerncenter.org or 610-489-7272 x 208.
Student IDs
From the Student Handbook (p 12)
WMCTC requires all students and staff to wear the appropriate WMCTC identification at all times.
Therefore:
· An ID badge is required to enter the school daily and must be worn all day.
· Any school personnel may request an ID badge from a student at any time for a justifiable reason.
· A new ID badge is issued, without charge, to each student each new school year.
· All students must have a current ID badge in their possession.
· Failure to show a current ID badge may result in disciplinary action.
Replacement of a lost/broken/stolen ID badge:
Students needing a replacement ID badge will be charged $5.00 for each replacement. To replace a student ID badge, the procedure is as follows:
· Inform your instructor if your badge is lost.
· A $5.00 replacement fee must be paid prior to the issuance of a replacement ID badge.
The student will be issued a new ID badge.From the Principal's secretary
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 For Parents & Students at the bottom of the page, then choose Skyward Family/Student Access.
Forgot your username or password? Contact Mrs. Yusko at ayusko@westerncenter.org
Be sure to send your new address information to Student Services at studentservices@westerncenter.org
Please note that the high school does not forward change-of-address information to WMCTC.
Lost and Found
If an item has been lost or misplaced, it might be in Lost and Found in the Student Services office. These items may have been left on the bus, in our cafeteria or a classroom. Stop by to see if anything belongs to you.
There are hats, shirts, masks, jewelry, umbrellas, gym bags, lunch bags, clothing, etc.
If you've lost something, check it out!
From the Nurse's Office
If a student tests positive for COVID the CDC, as well as WMCTC, recommends staying home for 5 days after your symptom start date. Your symptom start date is considered day zero. If symptoms improve by day 5 and you are fever free for 24 hours with no fever reducing medications you may return to school on day 6 (ex: symptoms start on 9/1, isolate from, 9/1 through 9/6, may return to school on 9/7 if above criteria are met).
Please let the WMCTC nurse (DDavison@WesternCenter.org) as well as WMCTC attendance (attendance@westerncenter.org) know the student is positive and will be out.
If a household family member tests positive for COVID but the student is completely symptom free, the student may come to school.
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When a student isn't feeling well, he/she needs to visit the nurse for consultation. If a student contacts their parents without seeing the nurse, the student will still need to see Ms. Davison before dismissal.
COVID Information - HOME TESTS
Home tests are accepted for negative and positive results. A photo of the box/package and a photo of the actual test result must be sent to DDavison@WesternCenter.org if the student tests positive for COVID.
• Please contact our nurse, Ms. Dawn Davison, at DDavison@WesternCenter.org or 610-489-7272 x213 with any questions.
FROM THE GUIDANCE OFFICE
PHEAA Financial Aide Webinars
Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) Access Partners will present an overview of the 2023–24 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process. They will guide students and families through a step-by-step process of filing the FAFSA and PA State Grant application. For students who plan on pursuing a postsecondary higher education in 2023-24 and have not filed the FAFSA should attend this webinar. The 2023-24 FAFSA application is used to determine a student’s financial aid eligibility for the 2023-24 academic year. It’s not too late to file the FAFSA. PHEAA is available to assist any student in completing the 2023-24 FAFSA application. See flyer below. Links to register are at the top of this text.
Montgomery County Community College
Pope John Paul II High School - College Fair
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND:
--Students need a 70% final average to continue the program.
--Students wanting to drop their program at WMCTC will need to create a full schedule with their guidance counselor at the High School.
--Students interested in changing programs must wait until WMCTC enrollment process for 2023-2024 school year concludes to determine seat availability. In order to change programs, students must be in good standing and get Administration approval.
VFAC Scholarship - Deadline March 12
Charles W. Dickinson Scholarship
Scholarship for students from Chester or Montgomery County going into the Auto Repair field and the award is for at least $10,000. The deadline for applications is April 19th.
We are using a new online application system this year and the link is https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=chester.
MCCC Spring College & Career Event
(See flyer below for more details)
Explore specific areas of study and their associated career pathways in our virtual or in-person College & Career Series.
Whether you are pursuing an associate's degree or certificate, our virtual or in-person series will provide you with the information you need to feel confident in your future area of study.
Each hour-long session will include:
- A virtual or in-person presentation and Q&A focused on your area of study
- Faculty members prepared to answer your questions about the session’s featured programs
- Career Coaches with insight and guidance on the future job market
Feel free to attend as many sessions as possible to explore all of your options at Montco!
Engineering (Blue Bell Campus)
Tuesday, March 7
6-7 p.m.
Register now »
Radiography and Advanced Modalities (Virtual)
Wednesday, March 8
6-7 p.m.
Register now »
Culinary and Baking & Pastry (Blue Bell Campus)
Thursday, March 9
6-7 p.m.
Register now »
Fine Arts (Virtual)
Tuesday, March 21
6-7 p.m.
Register now »
Scholarship Opportunity: Scott & Hoffnagle Scholarship Opportunity
See below for details
DEADLINE: MAY 12
SOAR Credit Opportunity
Seniors need to have 3 things in place to be awarded SOAR credits.
-Score overall Competent or Advanced on NOCTI testing
-Have a final cumulative GPA of 2.75 in your technical area
-Have a completed task list with all tasks marked at proficiency level
(SOAR does not include Cosmetology and Sports Medicine programs).
Students meeting these requirements will be mailed home all paperwork needed for SOAR credits. These credits are good for 16 months after graduation. Students refer to collegetransfer.net for participating schools.
What if I do not qualify for SOAR or my school is not connected to SOAR?
Take anything you have completed/earned from WMCTC (Certifications/NOCTI results/task list) to your school of interest. See if they will award any advance credit or allow you to test out of class. BE YOUR OWN ADVOCATE.
Lockheed Martin Scholarship - Deadline: March 31, 2023
WMCTC 2022-2023 Calendar
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Contact Us
Email: mholtzman@westerncenter.org
Website: https://www.westerncenter.org/
Location: 77 Graterford Road, Royersford, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 489-7272
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WESTERNMONTGOMERYCTC/