July 1st, 2022
“I consider it a privilege to have been appointed as the new superintendent. Central Tech has earned a reputation for positively changing lives and ensuring all students have an opportunity to achieve success. I am committed to building upon current practices, empowering staff, and assisting our communities in the development of a quality workforce that boosts the economy,” said Central Tech Superintendent, Kent Burris.
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May 8th, 2022
This honor marks the first time Central Tech has been recognized as a Top Workplace in the U.S., and the seventh time in the state.
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April 27th, 2022
“It’s been rewarding through the years to work with Central Tech staff as thousands of students have had the opportunity to receive a life changing education,” said Dyer.
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April 14th, 2022
As part of a state competition diesel mechanic and welding students, Colt Robertson and Zachary Riley, trained cosmetology students in car maintenance and beginner welding techniques. The community action project named “Helping Hand” took place at the Central Tech campus in Drumright last Friday, April 8.
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The Outstanding Alumni award honors alumni who have demonstrated a distinguished career and continue to make impactful contributions to their profession and beyond. Their quest for excellence is shown through their accomplishments, service to the community and leadership.
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State officers from Oklahoma CareerTech’s seven co-curricular student organizations attended the CareerTech Student Organization Day at the Capitol, visiting with legislators from their districts.
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Governor Kevin Stitt declared February Career and Technical Education Appreciation Month, recognizing the educators, administrators and partners of the Oklahoma CareerTech system who make a significant impact on workforce development.
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“What I saw here today was something that I want to lift up,” the education secretary said. “You’re doing it right here in Oklahoma."
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“We strive every day to provide students with skills demanded by the labor market in Oklahoma,” said CareerTech State Director Brent Haken.
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“They come here with nothing and they’re gonna leave here with a CDL” Reece says when describing what the class offers.
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“Oklahoma’s workforce must keep pace with the growing number of businesses expanding in and relocating to the state,” said Governor Stitt.
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“CareerTech is vital to workforce development in the state, and I look forward to working with all stakeholders in advancing its mission as interim chief of staff.”
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“I am honored to begin serving the state of Oklahoma in meeting the educational, training and workforce development needs of our state,” Haken said.
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The IRS warned small business owners about the $600 threshold for receiving Form 1099-K for third-party payments exceeding $600.
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"Aviation is a beautiful community. It's a family community. And I'm just so proud to be a part of it,” Gigi Coleman said.
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The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is here for millions of Oklahomans. There’s a way to leave yourself more time to enjoy holiday cheer and skip the long lines at the mall.
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The Oklahoma State Board of Career and Technology Education has selected Brent Haken as the ninth state director of the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.
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Oklahoma CareerTech is all about hands-on learning, and last week two paramedic instructors and their students took that learning approach to a whole new level at HOSA’s International Leadership Conference in Nashville.
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Coahran was part of the first class of students to train at Central Tech vocational school in Drumright, Oklahoma, and go to work for a company that provides pipeline construction inspector services to Williams.
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A picture is worth a thousand words. Danny Hoggatt has more than 3,500 former students’ pictures, covering the walls and parts of the ceiling in his office at Central Tech. He can point out each one. And tell you what they’re doing now.
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“CareerTech is dedicated to advancing CyberPatriot’s mission to promote more interest in cybersecurity careers or other science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines critical to U.S. security.”
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Waul worked for 42 years at Central Technology Center. He joined the tech center as a drafting instructor in 1973 and retired as superintendent in 2015.
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Training can also be delivered via the Mobile Meat Processing Laboratory, a mobile classroom capable of traveling across the state to high schools, technology centers and industry partner sites.
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“Dr. Lee Denney is a fierce advocate for students and Oklahoma career technology education,” said Joy Hofmeister, state superintendent of public instruction.
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“My father would always tell me to get into a trade everyone needed, so I would never be out of work and I’d always be able to provide for a family,” Hall said.
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Wes Watkins Technology Center is announcing its partnership with Central Tech to offer Class A Truck Driver Training.
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The Oklahoman has recognized 84 Companies and Organizations in Oklahoma as Top Workplaces for 2021.
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Throughout the year, CareerTech provides the education and training components to meet Oklahoma’s workforce development needs...
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Gov. Kevin Stitt has proclaimed November as Oklahoma CareerTech Skills Centers Month.
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The demand for workers in construction careers across multiple sectors is expected to grow in Oklahoma through 2026.
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“To be in this position now feels like a dream, and I plan to enjoy every minute of it.”
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Central Tech, offers such a program — and according to the school, employment opportunities in the field are on the rise.
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The conclusion was to create a truly remarkable asset for the school’s Criminal Justice Program unlike anything else in the area.
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State champion welder graduates high school with honors – AND a job offer.
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In May, I attended a graduation ceremony for female inmates who had completed a special truck driver training through Central Tech in Drumright.
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“The TRIO/EOC is program is not tied to a specific college but instead exists to assist individuals who want to enter, re-enter or transfer to post-secondary education programs,” said John Thao, the program’s director.
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Receiving the honor were Bobbie Sue Joslin, Wes Watkins Technology Center; Paula Estrada, Central Technology Center; and Lulla Wilson, Emerson Middle School in Oklahoma City.
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“This program and others like it align with our mission to help offenders transition successfully from the correctional system to the workplace,” said Oklahoma CareerTech State Director Marcie Mack.
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Waul worked for 42 years at Central Technology Center. He joined the tech center as a drafting instructor in 1973 and retired as superintendent in 2015.
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The Oklahoma CareerTech Testing Center is now offering Class D written driver’s license and motorcycle license tests throughout its network of test sites.
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Award recipients were selected from more than 4,200 applicants from all 50 U.S. states; Washington, D.C.; Guam; Puerto Rico; the U.S. Virgin Islands; U.S. overseas military bases; and Canada.
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“The work of Oklahoma CareerTech across the state provides meaningful results for Oklahoma’s economy.”
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