Cascadia Tech News
April 2023
From Our Director
This time of year we have many of our classrooms empty due to our students out on internships learning important trade, business and industry skills. We have several great highlights of students lead activities in partnership with local businesses, National qualifiers for SkillsUSA and HOSA and incredible scholarships that have been awarded. Also, our Summer School registration opened today and is filling fast.
We are doing great things!
-Joan Huston
Joan Huston
Shaun Campbell
Tamila Oppliger
Make Your Summer Count
Session 1: June 22 - July 13 (No school July 3 & 4)
Session 2: August 1 - August 18
8 AM - 3:00 PM
30 minute lunch breaks will be staggered by classes from 11 AM – 12:30 PM.
Earn 0.5 high school elective credits for FREE!
The course list will be available on our website: cascadiatech.org
Note that some programs will be offered offsite and different dates.
The countdown is officially ON!
Don't Drip and Drive Workshop
Join us to learn about how automotive leaks impact our local waterways! Cascadia Tech students will lift and inspect your vehicle while you observe.
Students will provide information about leaks, how to find them, and important vehicle maintenance. If there is an issue found in the inspection, they will be able to give you an estimate for repairs at an auto shop.
Workshops are being held in English and Spanish. Registration will be required and space is limited.
First session: 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM
Second session: 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
Third session: 12:15 PM to 1:30 PM
Register for one of the three sessions using the button below.
Dental Clinic Appointments Available
Friday, May 5, 2023
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM
No insurance but need dental care?
Call our Dental Clinic Manager 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.
Services provided in our clinic include:
Regular and emergency dental exams
X-rays
Silver and tooth-colored fillings
Tooth removal
Child & Adult cleanings
Sealants
Professional Teeth Whitening
Services NOT included:
Crowns
Root Canals
Dentures or bridges
*Cost for services are typically 1/4 the cost of the dental communities fees. Payment is made the same day of service by cash, card, or check (with proper identification).
SkillsUSA Washington State Leadership and Skill Conference
We are thrilled to announce the results of the Cascadia Tech SkillsUSA Washington State Leadership and Skill Conference. This year, we had 44 outstanding students representing Cascadia Tech who participated in 14 different contests.
We are incredibly proud to say that our students performed exceptionally well, bringing home a total of 17 medals. Of those medals, an impressive 7 were gold, a school record.
We want to congratulate all of our students for their hard work and dedication in preparing for this event. Your achievements are a testament to your skills and talent, and we are honored to have you representing Cascadia Tech.
Thank you to everyone who supported our students throughout this journey, and we look forward to seeing what they will achieve in the future.
Automotive Technology
Technical Contest
Automotive Service
Nathan Gentry – Silver
Leadership Contests
Creed – State Only Contest
Justin Jones – Silver
Customer Service
Mikahla Babik – Bronze
Job Interview
Gold – Nick Cuneta
Construction Technology
Leadership Contest
Creed – State Only Contest
Celia Langarcia – Gold
Cosmetology
Technical Contest
Cosmetology
Esther Poshelyuznyy – Gold
Ava Bonner – Silver
Samira Paez Valverde – Bronze
Culinary, Baking & Pastry Arts
Technical Contests
Culinary Arts
Joel Frakes – Gold
Elijah Van Houten- Silver
Restaurant Service
Loki Saldivar – Gold
Sada Reis – Silver
Information Technology Systems, Service & Security
Technical Contests
Computer Maintenance – State Only Contest
Kyle Leffel – Gold
Malcolm McLennan – Silver
Information Technology Service
Mia Autumn – Gold
Brennan Murphy – Bronze
Pre-Engineering Design Technology
Technical Contest
Additive Manufacturing
Oliver Ferguson/Joseph Williamson – Bronze
Dental Student Qualified for HOSA Internationals
Applied Medical Sciences, Dental and Medical Assisting HOSA students competed at the Washington State Leadership Conference. Dental student, Shahd Shilbayeh placed 2nd in State for the Dental Science HOSA competition and is qualified for Internationals in June that will be held in Texas.
Rising Stars
Natalee Correa, Cosmetology
Natalee Correa who is a student in Tracy's session one Cosmo class just found out she won the Ruscingo Scholarship! She is pocketing $16,000 for her post-high school education! The Ruscingo Scholarship is for CTE students who attend Mountain View High School.
Maddie Winter, Hospitality & Tourism
Personal Finance Workshop
Superintendent, John Boyd Visits Job Site
Director, Joan Huston Is Put To Work
College & Career Fair
US Air Force, US Army, US Coast Guard, US Marine Corps, WA Air National Guard, Lower Columbia Community College, Oregon Air National Guard, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Professional Asian Pilots Association, Atlantic Aviation, Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency, BOEC (Portland 911), Washington State Patrol, Vancouver Police Department, Clark County Sheriff's Office, Securitas, Legacy Health Systems, Peace Health, RO Health, Washington Center for Nursing, Clark College Medical Assisting, Elite Dental Assisting Academy, Clark College Health Information Management, Advantage Dental, Kaiser Permanente Dental, SeaMar, CLT Care Academy, Auto Warehousing Co., Clark College Automotive, Clark College Diesel, Equipment Share, Universal Technical Institute, NW Staffing Resources, FedEx Freight, Glazier's Architectural Metal and Glass Workers, Alliant Systems, Clark College Welding, DD&C, IUEC Local 23, NECA-IBEW Electrical, Northwest College of Construction, Nutter Corporation, Pacific Northwest Ironworkers, Pacific Northwest Carpenter's Institute, Robertson and Olson Construction, Just Right Heating and Cooling, Steelscape, Sheet Metal Institute, Turner Construction Company, Columbia Machine, HVAC Inc., NEIEP, Summit Salon Academy, Portland Fashion Institute, Thrive Communities, International Air and Hospitality, WSUV Business -Hospitality Management, Amazon Workforce Staffing, American Capital Group, Charter College, Perry Technical Institute, Opti Staffing, ilani Casino
Important Dates
May 1 Summer School Registration Opens
May 8 - May 12 Teacher Appreciation Week
May 10 Early Release
May 26 All School Picnic (2nd snow make up day)
May 29 No School (Memorial Day)
June 14 Early Release
June 16 Last day of school-No students
June 22-July 13 Summer School Session 1
August 1-August 18 Summer School Session 2
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.