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🚗 Hands-On Learning in Action! 🔧 This afternoon, Southwest Tech automotive students Tanner Lester, Dillion Herring, and Mykael Martinez were hard at work, tackling the removal of a starter on one of our instructors' cars. 🛠️ Their dedication and skills shine through as they apply what they've learned in the classroom to real-world repairs. Way to go, team! 👏👏 #SWTC #AutomotiveTech #HandsOnLearning #RealWorldSkills #FutureTechnicians

📢HIRING ALERT!!📢 Southwest Tech is searching for a qualified person interested in becoming an adjunct instructor for Intuit's QuickBooks. This noncertified position is a great opportunity for someone to teach people the skills and techniques of using this program. Contact us today to find out more!

Our next cookie decorating class is open for enrollment! Let’s decorate some boo-tiful designs! In this scary class, we’ll be decorating: A black cat, ghost, web, bat, witch and a cauldron! And here's EVERYTHING you will get from this class: 🦇6 spooky-shaped cookies to decorate (perfect for beginners!) 🐈‍⬛ 4 icings bags with fun colors (and take the leftovers with ya too!) 🧙‍ Step-by-step instructions throughout class 🕸 To-Go boxes to transport your creations home 👻 Q&A with Icing Tips, Tricks, and Dough 101 Come join us for a spooky and fun night at Southwest Tech!! Tuesday, October 15th, 6PM-8PM.

🍂🍁Our next Charcuterie class is open for enrollment! Come out and enjoy some fun times, and a delicious learning experience with Chef Keshia of Elysium Acres Altus. Our Fall-Themed Charcuterie Board class will be Thursday, October 3rd, from 6:00P - 8:00P and as always, ALL food and supplies will be provided!🍁🍂

Adult students competed last week to get the most grades on their practical worksheet. Emily took the first place crown and Braylon came in a VERY close second. Congrats on the stellar week!👏🏆

**🎉🏈 Friday Night Lights are here! 🏈🎉** Wishing the best of luck to our partner schools as they battle for the "W" tonight under the bright Friday night lights! 🌟 Let’s go **Altus Bulldogs**, **Hollis Tigers**, and **Mangum Tigers**! 🐾🐯 Southwest Tech is rooting for you all bring home that win! 💪🔥 #FridayNightLights #GameDay #GoBulldogs #GoTigers #HighSchoolFootball #FightForTheW

🎤✨ Today was a blast in our entrepreneurship class! Students took on a unique challenge: writing and rapping their own songs about business functions and operational activities. The classroom was buzzing with energy, talent, and creativity as everyone stepped out of their comfort zones to drop some knowledge through lyrics! 🎶🔥 From catchy hooks to clever verses, the passion and engagement were off the charts! 🎵 Who knew learning about business could be this fun?! 🙌 Stay tuned for more innovative ways we’re bringing business to life! 🌟 #EntrepreneurshipClass #LearningThroughRap #BusinessMadeFun #CreativeLearning #StepOutOfYourComfortZone

🚗🔧 Hands-on Learning with Cutting-Edge Tech! 🔧🚗 This afternoon, our automotive students Tanner Willis and Luke Hokett are diving deep into diagnostics, guided by Mr. Bailey, as they master the all-new OBD2 scanner in our classroom! ⚙️ This new technology equips our students with the skills they need to hit the ground running after graduation. 🎓💡 At Southwest Tech, we believe in keeping our students ahead of the curve with real-world tools and tech! #FutureTechnicians #TechInTheClassroom #OBD2 #AutomotiveExcellence #HandsOnLearning

🚗✨ Shoutout to Our Hero, Grant Dempsey! ✨🚗 We're sending a huge thank you to our amazing maintenance superstar and Automotive alumni, Grant Dempsey! 🙌 When a couple of guests at Southwest Tech had some unexpected tire troubles, Grant didn’t hesitate to jump in and save the day. Not only does he keep our campus in top-notch shape, but he also goes the extra mile—literally!—using his automotive skills to help those in need. We're so proud to have Grant as part of our Southwest Tech family! 🌟 Thank you for your dedication and for showing what it means to be a true helper. #SouthwestTechPride #HeroInAction #AlumniSpotlight #GoGrant

🎀 Junior Cosmetology Queens in Action! 🎀 Our talented juniors are mastering the art of on-base curls for roller sets—perfect for achieving that classic look! ✨ And guess what? These services are available to the public. Come get pampered by our future beauty pros! Meanwhile, our fabulous seniors are busy creating stunning fall-inspired looks for their Fall Frenzy grades. 🍂🎨 The creativity is off the charts! Book your appointment today and let these amazing students work their magic! 💇‍♀️🍁 #BeautyInTraining #FallFrenzy #CosmetologyMagic #FutureStylists

Introducing the SkillsUSA and Graphic Design Program Officers! SkillsUSA is a national organization that helps students in trade and technical fields, including graphic design, develop leadership and career skills. For graphic design students, SkillsUSA offers competitions like Advertising Design, Pin Design, and T-Shirt Design, providing real-world experience and the chance to network with industry professionals. President: Leads the chapter, sets goals, and coordinates events. AM Class: Lillian Strawn PM Class: Xelynn Caldera Vice President: Assists the president and oversees activities. AM Class: Savanna Smith PM Class: Matthew Jensen Secretary: Manages records and communications. AM Class: Eric Lopez PM Class: Covina Ward Treasurer: Handles budgeting and finances. AM Class: Ace PM Class: Lexi Rosalez Reporter: Promotes chapter activities and designs promotional materials. AM Class: Ash Spears PM Class: Kaylee Raby Congratulations Graphic Design Officers!

🚗 Learning in Action! 🛠️ Automotive Instructor, Mr. Bailey, is taking the class under the hood! 🔧 Students are diving into hands-on learning as they inspect the front suspension and master the setup of the alignment machine for a perfect front-end alignment. 👨‍🔧👩‍🔧 Ready to roll? We're training the next generation of automotive experts, one alignment at a time! #AutomotiveExcellence #HandsOnLearning #FutureMechanics #SouthwestTech

Caption: 🚨 Exciting Announcement! 🚨 📅 Mark your calendars — The Corner Snack and Drink Shack is REOPENING on Tuesday, September 3rd! 🎉 We’ll be serving up your favorite snacks and drinks right in the break room on Tuesday, Sept 3, and Thursday, Sept 5. 🎊 📝 Order in person in the Entrepreneurship Room (Room 129) or order ahead by scanning the QR code on our table menus or promo card for quick pickup! 📲 💥 Come visit us in the break room for a special discount on opening days. Don’t miss out! See you there! 😄 Hashtags: #TheCornerReopens #SnackAndDrinkShack #GrandReopening #OrderAhead #BreakRoomSpecial #EntrepreneurshipRoom129 #SnacksAndSavings #SeeYouThere

Southwest Tech-Hangar 33 "Aviation Spotlight of the Week" is on Team "Power Plant" and highlights these students eagerly diving into learning even more about the complexity of keeping aircraft safe and in airworthy condition. In the short 2.5 weeks of class, they've already tore down and now reassembling them. In a short 6 months these folks will be Graduating to enter the challenging world of aviation maintenance. "Blue Skies and Tailwinds"

The Art of Communication: The Graphic Design students engage in fun presentations and activities like the Minefield game to sharpen their communication skills. Presentations allow students to practice articulating their design concepts clearly and confidently to an audience, which is essential for conveying ideas effectively in professional settings. The Minefield game adds an interactive element to this skill-building process. In this activity, students must guide their blindfolded peers through a "minefield" using only verbal instructions. This challenges them to communicate directions concisely and precisely, reinforcing the importance of clarity in communication. Through these exercises, students enhance their presentation abilities and develop critical listening and teamwork skills that are vital in the design field.

Southwest Tech is proud to announce the award of $10,000 in N.E.X.T. (Next Experience in Training) Scholarship tuition waivers to four exceptional students. This scholarship initiative is designed to support young adults in our district by providing a 1,000-hour tuition waiver, valued at $2,500 each, to assist them in achieving their educational goals. The recipients of this year’s N.E.X.T. Scholarships are: Ace from the Graphic Design program Byron Ford from the Aviation Maintenance program Tyler Massey from the Aviation Maintenance program Joseph Basaldua from the Powerplant program These students were selected based on their qualifications, including being under the age of 21, graduating from a Southwest Tech partner school, and submitting a complete application explaining their financial need for success in their respective programs. "The N.E.X.T. Scholarship is an important initiative that highlights Southwest Tech's commitment to empowering the next generation of skilled professionals in our community. By reducing the financial burden of education, the scholarship allows these young adults to focus on their studies and excel in their chosen fields," said Dale Latham, Southwest Tech Superintendent/CEO Pictured with the scholarship recipients are Dale Latham and Ericka Wiginton, Southwest Tech COO, who have been instrumental in championing this initiative. Southwest Tech congratulates these students on their achievements and looks forward to seeing the great things they will accomplish in their future careers.

👨‍🍳Football Frosting Cookie Class🍪Southwest Tech is excited to offer a DELICIOUS cookie decorating class! We are partnering with Country Girl Sweet Treats to bring this fun and exciting course. Graciously hosted at Dapyr 14 in Mangum, OK!! You will get to learn from Angela Monroe on how to decorated SIX football themed cookies! Learn techniques for dough and icing, and a Q&A session with the instructor!

Here are the winners of our Disrupt Innovation Challenge! 🚀 🔸 PM Class: The “Olive Wrap” 🫒🥇 🔸 AM Class: First Place - The “Electric Sip” ⚡🥇 🔸 AM Class: Second Place - The “Portable Drink Boiler” ☕🥈 #InnovationChallenge #CreativeMinds #ChallengeAccepted #FiveMinuteGenius

👮‍♂️CLEET Phase I & II👮‍♀️Our next Phase I & II Combo class is starting September 9th! This CLEET certified, unarmed security course will be September 9th - 19th, 5:00P - 10:00P. Enroll today!

💥 Fun Friday: Live Auction Extravaganza! Today, our aspiring entrepreneurs jumped into a live auction, using their Empowered Dollars to bid on some amazing items. 💵💫 Students had to strategize on how to spend their money wisely, competing for the best deals. The room was buzzing with excitement as bids flew back and forth! This wasn’t just about winning—it was a lesson in budgeting, decision-making, and negotiation. Congratulations to all the students who walked away with their prized items, and kudos to everyone for showing such great spirit and strategy. 💼 #LiveAuction #EmpoweredEntrepreneurs #FunFriday #RealWorldLearning