Metal Fabrication held their annual In House Tournament last Tuesday. They competed building a steel house that consisted of welding 6010,7018, and MIG in various positions. They also had to cut shapes out with oxy-acetylene. Secondary Students 1. Aaron Leal 2. Ramon Johnson 3. Gavin Langham 4. Major Edmonds Post Secondary 1. Trevor Baer 2. Alex Hollingsworth 3. Ashton Hinojosa A big thanks to Justin Willis, Mitch Woodward, Emmett Stinnett and Aaron McIntire for judging. Prizes were donated by Lincoln Electric, Miller Welding, Lampton Welding, Hypertherm, Nasco, and Amsco Steel.
3 months ago, Monte Brown
1. Aaron Leal
2. Ramon Johnson
3. Gavin Langham
4. Major Edmonds
1. Trevor Baer
2. Alex Hollingsworth
3. Ashton Hinojosa
Southwest Tech Aviation "Weekly Spotlight" presents Mr Odom covering some General Curriculum students with aircraft jacking and landing gear swing on our PA28 Piper Arrow aircraft. Students enjoying a break from the tedious rigors of bookwork and information review in the classroom. "High Flying Goals-Go team Aviation"
3 months ago, Joe Schmitt
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Piper
Safe Sitter Essentials® is designed to prepare students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they're home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The class is filled with fun games and role playing exercises. Students get to use manikins to practice rescue skills!
3 months ago, Bonnie McAskill
Safe Sitter May 18
Thursday, May 23, is National STOP THE BLEED® DAY! Starting at 8 AM, Southwest Tech will be teaching a class every hour, with the last class beginning at 3 PM. Learn how to stop life-threatening bleeding for FREE and in less than hour, you can be prepared to save someone's life!
3 months ago, Bonnie McAskill
Stop The Bleed May 23
"🎉 Congratulations to Jazz Sidoi for clinching second place in Medical Spelling at the Oklahoma HOSA State Leadership Conference! 🏅 Your dedication and expertise shine bright in the medical field. Way to go, Jazz! 🌟 #HOSA #MedicalSpelling #AchievementUnlocked"
3 months ago, Southwest Tech
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jazz
🌟 Our amazing Teacher Prep students are volunteering today at the All-Star Olympics. Thank you for making a difference and showcasing the true spirit of our school community! 🌟
3 months ago, Carol Walker
teacher prep
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"🎉 Happy Principal's Day to our amazing Chief Operations Officer, Ericka Wiginton! Your dedication and leadership at Southwest Tech make a world of difference. Thank you for all that you do! 🌟 #PrincipalsDay #SWTech"
3 months ago, Southwest Tech
Ericka Wiginton
A HUGE thank you to Brian Bush for gracing our students with his insightful presentation on navigating career paths, even amidst unexpected twists & turns. His wisdom will undoubtedly resonate with our students as we conclude our final CTSO meeting of the 2023-2024 school year.
3 months ago, Southwest Tech
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man giving speech
man giving speech
Congratulations to our BioMedical Science student, Natalie Blonien, your Altus High School 5A Girls Golf STATE CHAMPION! We are all so proud of you Natalie!
3 months ago, Southwest Tech
golf
Let's give a round of applause to Sienna Sollis, the standout victor of the Shark Tank Competition, with her innovative invention of the GroomFold! Sienna's remarkable victory in the preliminary round secured her placement in the final round where she contended against the top 3
3 months ago, Teresa Tierney
Sienna
Congratulations to Metal Fabrication student Canaan Motley on qualifying for State in track!!!
3 months ago, Monte Brown
Canaan
It's in house tournament for Metal Fabrication students today!!! Judges have been fed and morning students are in competition mode to vie for table full of prizes!
3 months ago, Monte Brown
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Aviation "Spotlight" of the week, Hangar 33 Southwest Tech General curriculum students and Mr Chris Venegas getting out in the Hangar performing hands on Weight and Balance procedures on our Piper Arrow Aircraft. After several hours learning the importance of and completing these steps in the classroom it's always rewarding to get to work in the Hangar in real conditions. Go Team Aviation!!!
3 months ago, Joe Schmitt
Piper aircraft
Metal Fabrication afternoon students getting their testing on for their State of Oklahoma 3G and 6G certifications! Getting certified is what we do at Southwest Tech!
3 months ago, Monte Brown
Kaden Everhart doing his 3G
Aaron McIntire doing his 6G test
CWI Paul Childers marking out what pieces to get bent for the test
Aaron Leal doing his 3G test
John Broughton doing his 3G test
Being an Adjunct Instructor at Southwest Tech is a fun opportunity to showcase your skill set. Adjunct Instructors do not need to hold an Oklahoma Teaching Certificate. To learn about opportunities, contact Kerry Evans in the Business Development Center 580-477-2250.
3 months ago, Bonnie McAskill
Adjunct Instructors
Metal Fabrication morning students taking their State of Oklahoma 3G and 6G state certifications. We are so proud of these students working hard and earning their workforce certifications as they complete the program in a few short weeks!
3 months ago, Monte Brown
Gerardo Martinez working on his 3G
Grant Keller working on his 6G
Zane Garrett working on his 3G
Keaton Fixico working on his 3G
Emmett Stinnett working on his 6G
Certified Welding Inspector Paul Childers giving some of his knowledge of welding to Tyshawn Hayes and Ramon Johnson
Chill out in style with our NEW Island Frost Italian Cream Ice! 🌴❄️ Dive into a paradise of delicious flavors that'll keep you cool as the heat turns up. Beat the heat with every bite! ☀️🍧 #IslandFrost #CoolDelights
3 months ago, Samara Raiden
Island Frost Italian Cream Ice
Third place!! 🎉 Congratulations to Cosmetology student Tyreke Fleming for placing third place in barbering at SkillsUSA State Conference! We are so proud of you! 💈❤️ 🤩
3 months ago, Shelby Broaddus
Tyreke at State!
Tyreke at State!
BLOOD DRIVE happening now at Southwest Technology Center! Super cute tshirt and free zoo ticket. 🦒🦒🦒 Come out and save a life!
3 months ago, Southwest Tech
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shirt
Sip into savings every Tuesday at The Corner! 🍋✨ Enjoy all your favorite lemonades and teas for just $2 each! It's the tastiest way to treat yourself without breaking the bank. See you there! 😁 #TwoDollarTuesday
3 months ago, Samara Raiden
$2 Tuesday