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Alcorn Career & Technology Center 2101 Norman Road Corinth,MS 38834 Phone: (662) 286-7727 Rodney Hopper, Director Volume 4, Issue 4 May 2015 “Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” -John F. Kennedy “Do you know who you are? Don’t ask, act! Action will delineate and define you.” -Thomas Jefferson “Begin to be now who you will be hereafter.” -William James Alcorn Career and Technology Times Words of Wisdom Student of the Year Jasmine Lee has been named the 2015 ACTC Student of the Year. Jasmine, the daughter of Chrissy and Tommy Lee, is a senior at Kossuth High School. She is a program completer in the Health Sciences program at ACTC and was nominated for this honor by her Health Sciences instructor, Mrs. Tila Johnson. Jasmine scored a 26 on the ACT; is an active member of the HOSA chapter at ACTC, where she serves as chapter president; the National Technical Honor Society, where she serves as reporter of the ACTC chapter; serves as SGA secretary/treasurer at Kossuth High School; member of the National Honor Society; FBLA member; FFA member; Spanish Club member; member of the Lady Aggies Slow Pitch Softball Team; Member of the Lady Aggies bowling team; serves as a Career Delegate at the Alcorn Career Center and represents the school at public events; is an ACTC Student of the Year nominee; attended the Mississippi Governor’s School in the Summer of 2014, where she received the Mississippi Governor’s School Spirit Award; is a 2015 Kimberly Clark Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient, and is slated to be a Mississippi Scholar and Tech Master Scholar. Jasmine’s community service includes volunteering through the Alcorn County Disaster Drill, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Event, Alcorn County Fair, serves as a Community Connections mentor, Kindergarten Health Fair volunteer, ACTC Blood Drive Registration Team member, Diabetes Awareness Seminar Registration Team member, Alcorn Food Drive, and the Magnolia Regional Health Center’s ER Wing Test Run. Currently, Jasmine works a part time job as a Domino’s Customer Service Representative. Citizenship Student Jon Kevin Smith, an 11th grader from Alcorn Central High School has been named the 2015 ACTC Citizenship Student. Jon Kevin, the son of Dewey and Elaine Smith, is a program completer in the Marketing program at ACTC and was nominated for this honor by his Marketing instructor, Mrs. Diane Daughtry. Jon Kevin is an active member of the DECA chapter, where he serves as Vice-President, and the National Technical Honor Society chapter at the Alcorn Career and Technology Center. He received a perfect attendance award and Marketing Citizenship Award, and was named a Student of the Quarter during his first year at ACTC. He is also a member of the Alcorn Central High School Football Team and Track Team. After graduation, John Kevin’s goal is to be accepted into the U.S. Naval Academy. After graduation, Jasmine plans to attend Mississippi College to major in Biology and minor in Spanish. After receiving her bachelor’s degree, she hopes to be accepted into medical school to achieve her goal of becoming a Jasmine receives a $300 scholarship provided by Mississippi Polymers, Inc. of Corinth and her photo added to the ACTC hallway display of past recipients. Jon Kevin will receive a $200 scholarship provided by Mississippi Polymers, Inc. of Corinth and his name added to the plaque in the ACTC hallway which displays the names of all past citizenship award recipients. pediatric oncologist.

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A l c o r n C a r e e r & T e c h n o l o g y C e n t e r

2 1 0 1 N o r m a n R o a d

C o r i n t h , M S 3 8 8 3 4

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R o d n e y H o p p e r , D i r e c t o r

V o l u m e 4 , I s s u e 4

M a y 2 0 1 5

“Leadership and learning

are indispensable to

each other.”

-John F. Kennedy

“Do you know who you are?

Don’t ask, act! Action will

delineate and define you.”

-Thomas Jefferson

“Begin to be now who you will be

hereafter.”

-William James

Alcorn Career and Technology Times

Words of

Wisdom

Student of the Year

Jasmine Lee has been named the 2015 ACTC Student of the Year. Jasmine, the daughter of Chrissy and Tommy Lee, is a senior at Kossuth High School. She is a program completer in the Health Sciences program at ACTC and was nominated for this honor by her Health Sciences instructor, Mrs. Tila Johnson. Jasmine scored a 26 on the ACT; is an active member of the HOSA chapter at ACTC, where she serves as chapter president; the National Technical Honor Society, where she serves as reporter of the ACTC chapter; serves as SGA secretary/treasurer at Kossuth High School; member of the National Honor Society; FBLA member; FFA member; Spanish Club member; member of the Lady Aggies Slow Pitch Softball Team; Member of the Lady Aggies bowling team; serves as a Career Delegate at the Alcorn Career Center and represents the school at public events; is an ACTC Student of the Year nominee; attended the Mississippi Governor’s School in the Summer of 2014, where she received the Mississippi Governor’s School Spirit Award; is a 2015 Kimberly Clark Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient, and is slated to be a Mississippi Scholar and Tech Master Scholar. Jasmine’s community service includes volunteering through the Alcorn County Disaster Drill, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Event, Alcorn County Fair, serves as a Community Connections mentor, Kindergarten Health Fair volunteer, ACTC Blood Drive Registration Team member, Diabetes Awareness Seminar Registration Team member, Alcorn Food Drive, and the Magnolia Regional Health Center’s ER Wing Test Run. Currently, Jasmine works a part time job as a Domino’s Customer Service Representative.

Citizenship Student

Jon Kevin Smith, an 11th grader from Alcorn Central High School has been named the 2015 ACTC Citizenship Student. Jon Kevin, the son of Dewey and Elaine Smith, is a program completer in the Marketing program at ACTC and was nominated for this honor by his Marketing instructor, Mrs. Diane Daughtry. Jon Kevin is an active member of the DECA chapter, where he serves as Vice-President, and the National Technical Honor Society chapter at the Alcorn Career and Technology Center. He received a perfect attendance award and Marketing Citizenship Award, and was named a Student of the Quarter during his first year at ACTC. He is also a member of the Alcorn Central High School Football Team and Track Team. After graduation, John Kevin’s goal is to be accepted into the U.S. Naval Academy.

After graduation, Jasmine plans to attend Mississippi College to major in Biology and minor in Spanish. After receiving her bachelor’s degree, she hopes to be accepted into medical school to achieve her goal of becoming a

Jasmine receives a $300 scholarship provided by Mississippi Polymers, Inc. of Corinth and her photo added to the ACTC hallway display of past recipients.

Jon Kevin will receive a $200 scholarship provided by Mississippi Polymers, Inc. of Corinth and his name added to the plaque in the ACTC hallway which displays the names of all past citizenship award recipients.

pediatric oncologist.

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Rotary Student Students of the 4th Quarter

Polymer Science Anthony Redding

Ag. & Natural Resources

Brianna Baswell

Business Fundamentals

Josh Cole

Teacher Academy Ashley Hernandez

Metal Fabrication Matt Watson

Construction Ashley Martin

Health Sciences Karishna Roby

Career Pathway Experience

Angel Crum

Automotive Service Technology

Colton Hutcheson

Digital Media Tech. Brianna Fleming

Ag. Power & Machinery

Sam Mitchell

The Alcorn Career and Technology Center is pleased to announce that Jasmine Lee has been named the ACTC Rotary Student of the Month for May. Jasmine, the daughter of Chrissy and Tommy Lee, is a senior at Kossuth High School. She is a program completer in the Health Sciences program at ACTC and was nominated for this honor by her Health Sciences instructor, Mrs. Tila Johnson. Jasmine was presented at the May 7th Corinth Rotary meeting.

ACTE Award

Ms. Jennifer Koon, Alcorn Career and Technology Center counselor, recently attended the Region IV Association for Career and Technical Education Conference in Little Rock, where she represented Mississippi ACTE in the Career Guidance Award category. She competed against award winners from five other states and received the 2014-2015 ACTE Region IV Career Guidance Award. She will, now, advance as one of the five national finalists for the National ACTE Career Guidance Award. Interviews will be conducted in October and the national winner will be announced in November.

The Alcorn Career and Technology Center faculty and staff appreciate the Corinth Rotary Club for recognizing three of our senior students, each year, as Rotary Students of the Month. Through the Rotary Student of the Month program, we are able to honor some of our top students and highlight their accomplishments.

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Ag. & Natural Resources

FAFSA Assistance

Mrs. Debbie Ozbirn and student worker, Tatum Emmons, from the NEMC Financial Aid Office, visited the ACTC campus on March 31st to assist students with filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant (MTAG) applications. Several students and their parents were able to complete online applications that day. Many thanks go to these ladies for their assistance and to Greg Windham, NEMCC Financial Aid Director, for making this assistance possible.

Farm Bureau Safety Demo

Safety representatives from Mississippi Farm Bureau visited our campus on March 30th and spoke to students concerning the physical impairments and dangers one can face due to drinking alcohol. Farm Bureau gave students the opportunity to wear vision impairment goggles and try their hand at driving a golf cart around an obstacle course. Students soon realized that it was not a simple task to drive while physically impaired. Representatives also covered facts concerning the new texting and driving law. Many thanks go to Farm Bureau for this important and worthwhile safety information and demonstration.

National CTE Scholarship

The Alcorn Career and Technology Center is pleased to announce that Kristen Jacobs was awarded a $1000 national Jon H. Poteat scholarship from the National Technical Honor Society. Kristen, the daughter of Chris and Tiffany Jacobs, is a senior at Kossuth High School. She has completed the Health Sciences program at ACTC and is currently enrolled in the Polymer Science program Kristen is currently ranked third in her class of 106 seniors at Kossuth High School and scored a 30 on the ACT. She is an active member of the National FFA Organization and serves as the KHS FFA chapter’s vice-president. She is a member of the National HOSA Organization, National Honor Society, Math and Science Club, Spanish Club, SGA, the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Committee, and the National Technical Honor Society, where she has served as president of the ACTC chapter for the past two years. Kristen also serves as a Career Delegate at the Alcorn Career Center and represents the school at public events. Her extracurricular achievements include: 2nd Place Individual in the District HOSA Medical Terminology event, 4th Place Team FFA Federation Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Silver Emblem FFA National Farm Business Management CDE, First Place Team FFA State Farm Business Management, First Place Individual State FBLA Accounting I, Second Place Team in Geometry at the Blue Mountain Math and Science Competition. She was also named the Alcorn Career and Technology Student of the Year in 2014. Currently, Kristen works a part time job as a Domino’s Customer Service Representative. After graduation, Kristen plans to attend Union University to major in psychology and minor in Spanish. After receiving her bachelor’s degree, she hopes to be accepted into medical school to achieve her goal of becoming an Obstetrician/Gynecologist. This is the second year, in a row, that the Alcorn NTHS Chapter has had a national NTHS scholarship recipient.

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Recruiter Visits

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Mathis Retires

Mr. Danny Mathis, Automotive Service Technology I and II instructor, will be retiring at the end of this school year. He will be greatly missed on the ACTC campus, where he has served as the Automotive instructor for the past 17 years. Mr. Mathis has an AA degree from Northeast Mississippi Community College and a B.S. degree from Mississippi State University. He is also an ASE Certified Auto Technician. His work experience has included being an assistant supervisor for USDA, being a shop foreman in a used car business, being the owner and operator of DJM Motors, and serving as an automotive instructor. Mr. Mathis is married to Evelyn Mathis and they have two children, Ginger Miller and Justin Mathis. He is also the grandfather of two grandchildren, Adeline and Seth Slocum. Mr. Mathis was asked what some of his best memories from working at ACTC were. He replied, “Getting to know some wonderful students; having worked with a great ACTC staff; and having the opportunity to go on a trip to New York City for training on NATEF Automotive Trainers.” The following question was asked to Mr. Mathis: What are some things you feel like you have accomplished during your service at ACTC? He responded that he had hopefully improved the quality of automotive education for students. He also added that he had hopefully advanced the hands-on student activities through the acquisition of better shop equipment and had provided on-line service information for students. When asked about his future plans, Mr. Mathis said he planned to spend more time with family, do some traveling, and continue to operate his small farm business. The faculty, staff and students at ACTC thank Mr. Mathis for his service and wish him all the best in his retirement.

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Can Tab Donations

Many thanks go to all the students, their parents, and community members who have brought in can tabs this year. All tabs will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Memphis.

Clayton Rushing, Construction II student, is shown with a gallon of can tabs which he collected for Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Sergeant Bradley Lorencz, recruiter for the U.S. Army, recently visited our school and spoke to students concerning career opportunities in the military.

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Rotary Teacher of the Year

The Alcorn Career and Technology Center is pleased to announce that Steve Shaw, ACTC Digital Media instructor, was named the Alcorn School District’s High School Rotary Teacher of the Year for 2015. For the past two years, Mr. Shaw has taught Digital Media Technology to 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students from the Alcorn School District and Corinth Separate School Districts. Prior to that, he taught Graphic and Print Communication to 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students from these districts for twenty-three years. All of his teaching experience has been at the Alcorn Career and Technology Center. During this time, he has produced a vast majority of the Alcorn School District’s printed goods as well as teaching his curriculum. Mr. Shaw served on the Initial Writing Team for the Digital Media Technology Curriculum in 2007 and served on Mississippi Department of Education Curriculum Writing Team for Graphic and Print Curriculum and upgrades in 2003, 1997, and 1994. In addition to teaching secondary students, he has taught Adult Night Classes throughout his teaching career. He has taught the following classes: Basic Photography – two semesters per year since 1999; Basic Photoshop – two semesters per year since 2011; in 1995, when the printing industry began to convert from film to digital image transfer, he taught Introduction to Apple Computers to members of the World Color Film Department for two semesters; in 1993, when the Daily Corinthian Newspaper transferred from Compugraphic Typesetting Machines to PC Computers, he taught two semesters of an Introduction to Desktop Publishing designated for their employees only; Desktop Publishing – Spring Semesters, 1992-1994; Introduction to Macintosh Computers – Fall Semesters 1991-1993; and taught Offset Printing, Spring Semester 1991. Mr. Shaw has been a member of the Association for Career and Technical Education since 1995. Before that, he was a Member of the Mississippi Association for Vocational Educators, from 1993-1995 and a member of the Mississippi Professional Educators from 1990 - 1993. Other present affiliations include being a member of Biggersville First Baptist Church, where he presently serves as Deacon, Trustee, and Sunday School teacher. He has participated in two short-term mission trips to Ecuador, and was Team Leader for a Mission trip to Alaska. Mr. Shaw is a member of the Gideons International and has served as a lay speaker, camp secretary, and in the jail/prison ministries. He is also a Senior Member in the Mississippi Wing of the Civil Air Patrol, where he participates in Search and Rescue Exercises as Mission Scanner; cadet orientation flights and meetings, and has been Squadron Safety Officer, in the past.

This year, his Digital Media Technology students have edited a Public Service movie for the Mississippi Chapter of BAGGERS

(Biker Awareness Group Giving Every Road Safety) to be viewed by students in area high schools. Two of his students produced photographs that were printed in a state-wide magazine, with one of them providing the cover photograph. Two other students created the winning poster in a contest held among high school students for the Mississippi Office of Career, Counseling and Support Services; this poster will be displayed in high schools throughout the state. When asked, “What were the factors that influenced you to become a teacher? Mr. Shaw replied, “In my sophomore year of high school, I took the Graphic Arts Class at the Alcorn Vo-Tech. My instructor, Mr. Wayne Hodges, was an enthusiastic promoter of the printing industry. Upon graduation, I entered the printing industry. I worked in various positions, within the industry, for ten years. Upon hearing of Mr. Hodges’ impending retirement, I remembered the influence he had on me as a student and of others, therefore desiring to ‘give back’ to younger generations the love of the trade and the craftsmanship I had formed during my formative years at the Vo-Tech. Over the years I have worked with many of our community’s youth. When I see their pride and excitement in taking an idea from the conceptual stage and developing it to a finished product for the community’s use and/or betterment, I know that I have chosen the correct path.”

When asked to describe the reward he has found in teaching, Mr. Shaw replied, “The greatest reward in teaching is seeing the proverbial ‘light bulb’ when you’ve tried to teach a concept or technique to a student and it finally takes hold. Also, to see the students develop a passion for the lesson content and then take what they’ve learned and give it ownership. I’ve been fortunate to see several of my students enter the field in which I’ve trained them. Many of them I continue to see throughout the years and am updated with how their lives have progressed. It gives me pleasure to think that maybe along the way I had a small influence in helping them with their life’s journey.”

Mr. Shaw is pictured (far right) along with (l-r) John Anderson, ACES principal; Stacey Barnett, 2015 Rotary Elementary Teacher of the Year for the Alcorn School District; and Mrs. Gina Rogers Smith, Superintendent of the Alcorn School District.

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Pictured (-l-r) are Rodney Hopper, ACTC Director; Lane Bell, North Area MCEF Director with Jacob and Mr. Jackson, at the awards ceremony in Jackson.

MCEF Student of the Year

The Alcorn Career and Technology Center is pleased to announce that Jacob Brock, a second year student in the Construction Program and junior at Kossuth High School, has been chosen as the Mississippi Construction Education Foundation Student of the Year for their North District. Jacob, the son of Pat and Angie Brock, is currently serving as an Alcorn Career Center Delegate in 2014-2015 and represents the school at public events. He has already assisted with the Governor’s Job Fair at Crossroads Arena and led Career Center tours for area ninth graders. Jacob has an excellent GPA and exemplary attendance. He is a SkillsUSA member and competed in a carpentry event in the spring, where he placed second in the northern district. He has also been a member of the Kossuth FFA for the past two years and an FCA member for the past three years. Additionally, he has helped with Vacation Bible School activities at his church. Mr. Fred Jackson, construction instructor at ACTC, had the following comments to make concerning Jacob: “Jacob is an outstanding student. He listens and follows instructions well. He has a great work ethic, work independently and is a creative thinker and problem solver.” Jacob’s future plans include the possibility of becoming a student intern in Construction, during his senior year, through the Career Pathway Experience class. After high school graduation, he plans to attend Northeast MS Community College, and is considering a couple of areas of study. He is interested in both construction and mechanics. The Mississippi Construction Education Foundation (MCEF), is the leader in construction training in Mississippi. The non-profit foundation was formed by a coalition of construction trade association to administer a construction school-to-work program and provide training opportunities to the industry throughout the state. MCEF has more than two hundred apprentices enrolled in the programs as well as working with individual company training programs and more than 4,500 in high school and career and technical education centers. The awards ceremony was held in Jackson on May 5th and was attended by Mr. Jackson, Mr. Hopper, Jacob and his parents. Jacob received $500 and an award certificate. Congratulations, Jacob!

Submitted by: Joyce Suitor, Student Services Coordinator This year we have a total of fifty-five nontraditional students. The Student Service department set aside a day for them to be recognized and learn more about career opportunities. They were also given a t-shirt and flashlight pen with the log, “I am a nontraditional student at the ACTC”. They also had refreshments. During our Awards program, we will also give two nontraditional scholarships. Each scholarship is two hundred fifty dollars and will be given to a senior completer who plans to attend college in the fall. Hopefully, the nontraditional student day and scholarship opportunities will not only be helpful to our students but also help us to recruit more nontraditional students next year. The money for this activity came from a grant. After MS-CPAS testing, we have been working on WorkKeys. Students who pass the reading for information, locating information, and math sections receive a certificate. This accomplishment looks really good on a student’s resume and could help the student when applying for a job.

Student Services

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Teacher Academy

Submitted by: Nan Nethery, Teacher Academy Instructor On Thursday, March 26th, the Mississippi Special Olympics was held in Pontotoc, MS. Teacher Academy students were invited to assist the participants from the Alcorn County School District. Children and adults with intellectual disabilities who participate in Special Olympics develop improved fitness and motor skills, greater self-confidence and a more positive self-image. They grow mentally, socially and spiritually and, through their activities, exhibit boundless courage and enthusiasm, enjoy the rewards of friendship and ultimately discover not only new abilities and talents but “their voices” as well. Teacher Academy students were the cheerleaders, mentors, and encourager for these participates. Each student came away with new found friendships. This experience also gave students the opportunity to discover another avenue of education. Many students went home with a fresh look at future careers in working with Special Education.

The 2015 National Future Educator’s Association (FEA) Conference/Competition was held on April 23-26 in Washington, D.C. FEA is on the rise nationally – growing more than 25% this year. This year’s conference was a huge success, with nearly 1,000 FEA students and advisors in attendance from across the nation. At the conference, 522 students from 138 schools took part in 22 FEA National Competitions. Destiny Haynie competed in the Public Speaking event. Matthew Turner and Ashley Hernandez attended as voting delegates. In addition to the competitions, students had the opportunity to see the sites. We visited the U.S. Capital Building, U.S. Supreme Court, the White House, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and so much more.

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Culinary Arts

The Biggersville Culinary Arts I class is currently studying different cultures and cuisines. This week, we are studying France. The students completed a group project where they built an Eiffel Tower from Sugar cookies and frosting. Along with this project, the students made French Toast in a kitchen lab. Teacher swill get a taste of France on Friday that will include Ratatouille, French Toast and, and French Silk Pie.

Submitted by: Tara Lauderdale, BHS Culinary Arts Instructor

Teacher Academy students recently experienced education from long ago by making a “Hornbook” similar to those used from the mid 16th century to the late 19th century. A hornbook was a primer for children consisting of a sheet containing the letters of the alphabet, mounted on wood, bone, leather, or stone and protected by a thin sheet of transparent horn. The wooden frame often had a handle, and it was usually hung on the child’s belt. The alphabet in large and small letters followed. The vowels then formed a line, and their combinations with the consonants were given in tabular form. Teacher Academy students had a fun time painting and designing a craft from days gone by.

On Wednesday, May 6th, the Teacher Academy students assisted with the Kindergarten Health Fair sponsored by the Health Science program. TA students shared with the kindergarteners all about “Community Helpers”. They scripted a puppet show in which to teach about the importance of those in our communities.

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Where in the world has the time gone? Another school year has flown by; Polymer Science students have worked very hard to perform a record number of labs. In our preparation for incoming second year students we are delving a little deeper into the synthesis of Nylon 6-10 and we are embedding videos in PowerPoint presentations to teach our research findings. We are performing compression tests on concrete, we are practicing thermoforming and casting processes and we are testing fiberglass beams. Calculating Young’s Modulus, converting p.s.i. to Newtons and degassing two part epoxies is how we will end the year, along with making more cool stuff to take home. We have had a busy year and it is very hard to believe 2014-2015 is coming to a close. Our seniors are graduating, completers are completing and we have had winners of all kinds this school year.

Polymer Science

Submitted by: Stephanie Parsons, Polymer Science Teacher

Polymer Science Career Pathways Extraordinaire No teacher could have been more blessed with wonderful CPE lab technician’s this school year. Two favorites of fourth block are John-Stuart Jones and Brandon Wood. Liked by all and extremely humorous, these young men have set up labs, set up the storage areas, arranged chemicals, cleaned glassware and tutored PS students. Both young men are seniors and both will be sorely missed next year.

Congratulations Kristen! This extraordinary young lady has racked up more wins than you can shake a stick at! We surprised her this pictured day with some great news, senior Kristen Jacobs, President of NTHS won the NTHS scholarship! Best wishes with all the great things you will do! From Polymer Science to you… have a wonderful summer!

We are very proud and look forward to everyone moving onward and upward. We will all have a new beginning in Fall 2015 with bigger and better learning experiences to come.

Our Seniors: Savannah Wallace, Kristen Jacobs, Brandon Wood and John-Stuart Jones! Savannah plans to attend NEMCC and major in Chemistry then continue at Mississippi State, John Stuart Jones plans to start his education at NE as well and major in Business, Brandon plans to attend NEMCC and major in Liberal Arts, and Kristen plans to pursue a degree in Psychology at Union, and continue pursuit of a medical degree afterwards.

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was available as well as world famous banana pudding made right here in our community. We even had a local banana pudding expert present. During the Banquet, each individual FFA member of ACTC received awards to reflect their success over the past year. Awards in leadership, participation and achievement were presented. Good fellowship along with the pride of accomplishment was evident in our students throughout the event. Thanks to all that attended especially the friends, parents, co-workers and business partners that help make the program so successful. The 43rd ACTC FFA Banquet was great ! Throughout the year, knowledge areas in Agriculture Mechanics and Natural Resources are expanded for each student as we endeavor our studies. Numerous methods of learning are planned and attempted in an effort to reach each student’s greatest potential. Some learn better from their text books, and some learn better from hands on efforts. However, all learn and grow in many areas. Students in the Ag. Power Class learn much about metals & engines. While students in the Ag. & Natural Resources class focus on plants, soils and other natural materials. Whether it’s welding and cutting or diagnostics and repair, ferns and mums, soils and landscapes, our students learn. Theory, practical knowledge and experience allow the student to compete in Career Development Events, consider careers and prepare for success in today’s careers as well as those of the future. Mr. Dennis Deaton’s Ag. Power class worked through many projects in the past year. These projects include: building a utility trailer for the 4-H, diagnosing, repairing and restoring multiple tractors that have been worn down, creating two big new work tables to replace the old ones, building a new vice stand out of recycled material, building or repairing numerous other projects for the program and community. Each was a great student success. Mr. David Nowell’s Ag. & Natural Resources class has also been busy with projects. They have gained skills through improvements to their greenhouse and compound and raised and marketed lots of mums and ferns. Production of vegetable plants and the development of a raised bed garden was on their list, helping beautify

TSA

Pictured (l-r) are Digital Media students and TSA members Spencer Chandler, Conner Smith, DaShawn Farley and Dakota Pittman.

Four TSA team members and Mr. Shaw, Digital Media instructor and TSA advisor, attended the TSA State Conference in Jackson, MS, March 16-18. They represented our district and school well, placing second in state in the Digital Video Production category. We are so proud of their efforts!

Article Prepared by: Bryan Smith/Ag. Power Student & Dennis Deaton/Ag. Power Teacher/Advisor Success Is the Best The definitions of success are many. However, “the achievement of something planned or attempted” matches the efforts in the ACTC Agriculture programs this year. Throughout the year, many curriculum areas have been introduced and studied. Many projects are also planned and attempted. Students are encouraged to consider and prepare for future careers. Young leaders are also developed through FFA activities. This is our formula for Success in Ag. Education. The awesome levels of success reached this year were most evident at our recent ACTC FFA Banquet. This was our 43rd and it was a great one. Over a hundred were in attendance. Lots of great food

ACTC Agriculture

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DECA the school campus has also improved career skills as well as building pride in our school. Studies in the environment and working in the greenhouse help in growing their green thumb. These are all skills that will help further their future career success. The FFA is the polishing tool that Ag. Education uses to further prepare our students. This program helps promote and provides activities that provide for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. ACTC FFA Members competed in a lot of contests this year including: the Welding Contest, Tool Identification, the Tractor Driving Contest, Creed Speaking, Extemporaneous Speaking and Opening and Closing Ceremonies contest. Federation and District level involvement brought just another level of, yes, success to the participating members. Our FFA Officer Team was in the lead when it came to planning and attempting old and new activities that served both their fellow members and the community. Congratulations to all our students and members. So another year has come to an end at the ACTC. If you wonder how we define success, just ask an ACTC Agriculture Student/ FFA Member. Thanks, everyone, for a great year.

Submitted by: Diane Daughtry, Marketing Instructor/DECA Advisor DECA Spring Meeting Our student organization, DECA, met on Thursday evening, March 15. Jon Kevin Smith, DECA Vice President, gave the invocation before the students enjoyed pizza and snacks. Terry Ray Michaels, DECA president, discussed future DECA events and the importance of the upcoming state test, CPAS. Students then participated in several test review games.

Submitted by: Nikki Robertson, HOSA Reporter Every Year in Health Science, students take the CPAS. This year the students have a 96% pass rate and 37% advanced rate, which was the best students have made on the test in the past few years. The first year students of Health Science learn new skills throughout the year. They have recently learned neuro skills, which are types of medical exams.

Health Sciences

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Newsletter compiled by:

Jennifer Koon,

Alcorn CTE Counselor The Alcorn Career and Technology Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national

origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts

and other designated youth groups. Inquiries should be directed to the Alcorn School District

Superintendent at P.O. Box 1420, Corinth, MS 38835, (662) 286-5591.

Volume 4, Issue 4

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ACTC Awards Day

The Alcorn Career and Technology Center’s Awards Day was held on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at the Alcorn Education Center. Some of the awards for the day included certificates of program completion, perfect attendance awards, outstanding MS-CPAS performance awards, NTHS honor cords, non-traditional student scholarships, various program awards and the ACTC Citizenship and Student of the Year Award. Pictured are just a few photos from the awards day.

Every year the HST program puts together a health fair for the kindergarteners. There were approximately 250 children that came to the health fair this year. We had several different things set up to teach them. We had a hand washing station to teach the children how to wash their hands, height and weight station, nutrition station to team them how to eat properly, safety station, dental station to show them how to brush their teeth, exercise station, and a bully-free station to teach them the importance of not bullying. The teacher academy students put on a puppet show for the children also. Below is a pic of all the HST students that helped. The HST held the blood drive at the Alcorn Career and Technology Center on May 5th. The HST program participates in community service. This year they recently helped assist with the organization C.A.U.S. E for Autism Awareness on April 18th. They also participated in helping with the Autism Color Run on April 25th.