Cascadia Tech News
November/December 2023
From Our Director
As we head towards winter break, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has helped the first semester be a great one. From staff, students, parents and community partners, I appreciate you all.
I’m looking forward to the months ahead to watch our students continue to learn technical and professionalism skills in their program areas. Our students can accomplish anything they put their minds to.
Cascadia Tech staff are all working hard to ensure our students are college and career ready, with industry certifications in hand, by June. It is our mission to encourage and support student success in each program. Enjoy this edition of our newsletter and happy holidays!
We are doing great things!
-Joan Huston
Important Dates
December 21-January 1 Winter Break - No School
January 2 Classes Resume
January 9-February 2 Sophomore Presentations
January 15 Martin Luther King Jr. Day - No School
January 17 Early Release - No Session 2
January 21 HOSA Fundraiser at Mod
January 26 School Make Up Day
Breaking News
Thank-A-Thon
Our Hospitality & Tourism students participated in the Foundation's annual Thank-A-Thon, calling all of our donors for the year to simply say, "Thank You!"
Candy Canes & Cocoa
Staff members handed out hot chocolate and candy canes to students. The staff members are part of Kampe Cares, a Cascadia Tech Foundation group that assists students in many different ways. The group was started by former Cascadia Tech Director Dennis Kampe.
Sophomore Presentations & Tours
Select Cascadia Tech staff and students will be making presentations to sophomores at high schools in Clark County starting in January. For most students this is the first time hearing about the opportunities that are offered to them as juniors and seniors.
All Sophomores will be able to sign up to tour Cascadia Tech in February. Permission forms will be handed out during the presentations at your sending high school.
Please reach out to your high school counselor with any questions.
Raise Some Dough for the Foundation
Program Spotlights
Pre-Engineering Design Technology
Students participated in the Trolley Cable Car Challenge. The cars were judged by an engineer, Scott Kunkler, President of NW Dynamics. Students needed to show mathematical solutions for RPM output. And calculate the torque, Voltage and Amperage optimization of the motor. Have dimensioned CAD drawings of all the parts of the car. The goal was to see who’s car could travel down the cable the fastest .
Business Principles
FBLA chapter representing Cascadia Tech Academy at the FBLA Fall Leadership Conference at Lower Columbia College in Longview. They will compete in business related events at the FBLA Southwest WA Regional Conference on February 2, 2024.
Suicide Prevention and Mental Health
@its.ok2notbOkay - Follow on Instagram
Text HEAL to 741741
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Mental Health Call 988
Student Led Businesses
All student led businesses will open again in the new year!
E-Waste Recycling
Information Technology students at Cascadia Technical Academy are accepting e-waste donations the 3rd Friday of every month.
Learn more: E-Waste Recycling
Email ray.nelson@evergreenps.org with questions about donation items or an alternative drop off schedule.
Dental Clinic
No insurance but need dental care?
Call our Dental Clinic Manager, Stephanie Johnson at 360.604.1057 to schedule your appointment.
High-quality care is provided to Cascadia Technical Academy patients by licensed community dentist volunteers. The dentists are supported by licensed community dental hygienist volunteers and the Cascadia Tech’s Dental students and staff.
Learn more: Dental Clinic
Cosmetology Salon
The Salon is open Monday-Thursday 12 - 5 PM.
Please call for an appointment at 360.604.1080.
Help our second year Cosmetology students earn hours towards state requirements. Please call 360.604.1080 to book your appointment today!
Learn more: Cosmetology Salon
Cosmetology Students offered FREE nail art with a gel manicure for the holidays.
A Touch of Class
Please call Nicholas Ellison, Catering Coordinator at 360.604.1054 for specific dates.
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
Breakfast 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM and Lunch 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Learn more: A Touch of Class
House For Sale
Check out more pictures and details on Zillow: 2201 NE Brendan Cir, Vancouver, WA 98663
Counselor's Corner
Mr. Hovde can help students and their families fill out their FAFSA, College/Tech School Applications, Apprenticeship Applications and any Scholarships you might be applying for.
If you are struggling with any social, emotional, academic or family issues, Mr. Hovde is available to schedule a meeting with you. Please email him at Ryan.Hovde@evergreenps.org.
Opt-in for Evergreen Text Notifications
Our schools use SchoolMessenger to deliver text messages straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts, and more.
You can participate in this free service by sending a text message--just “Y” or “Yes”--to our school’s short code number, 67587.
You also can opt out of these messages at any time by simply replying to one of our messages with “Stop”.
IMPORTANT: In order to opt in to receive text messages from Evergreen Public Schools, the phone number must already be associated with your student in our student information system.
SchoolMessenger is compliant with the Student Privacy Pledge so you can rest assured that your information is safe and will never be given or sold to anyone.
For help, text “HELP” to 67587. To opt-out at any time, text “STOP” to 67587. Message and data rates may apply.
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Contact Us
12200 NE 28th Street Vancouver, WA 986082
360.604.1050
Office Hours: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
info@cascadiatechnicalacademy.org