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Red Carpet Film FestivalMNTC’s 5th Annual Red Carpet Film Festival was celebrated at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History on April 13, and showcased 10 short films written, produced, and advertised by MNTC students in the Digital Video Production (DVP) and Graphic Design classes.

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Pre-Nursing Students Begin Clinicals

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MNTC Pre-Engineering Students Compete in National Robotics Competition

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OCCC Offers General Education Classes at MNTC

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Student Feature (page 7)

Students Build Custom Home

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Important Dates & Frequent Contacts

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MNTC Prepares Students for College and Job Placement

in Their Career Fields!The students in the Nurse Aide classes at MNTC recently completed their LTC/HHA state certification exams and are now eligible to work in healthcare. They will be taking a National Healthcare Exam in May.

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MNTC’s 5th Annual Red Carpet Film Festival was celebrated at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History on April 13, and showcased 10 short films written, produced, and advertised by MNTC students in the Digital Video Production (DVP) and Graphic Design classes. Throughout each school year, DVP students write, shoot, direct and edit short films while Graphic Design students work as an advertising agency producing movie posters, DVD boxes, invitations, and other print support materials for the event. Students follow the production process in a real-world way, collaborating with local professionals in the film industry. This year, students from the Academy of Contemporary Music at the University of Central Oklahoma created original scores and sound design for the movies, and Freihofer Casting, the leading casting office in Oklahoma for film and national commercials, held an open casting call to find local talent for the movies. Having this real-world experience and education gives MNTC students an edge over their competitors when seeking employment in their career field.

Red Carpet Film Festival

Films Written and Produced by:Escape (Cover)

Kristyn Motley, Designer (MHS) and Dalton Setzer, Director (Adult)

Helpless (1) Rylee Hodge, Designer (MHS) and Matt Siegmund, Director (Adult)

Limited Time (2) Penny Lewis, Designer (MHS) and Devon Kite, Director (MHS)

Love Thy Neighbor (3) Chris Gibbs, Designer (NHS) and Brandon Hamrick, Director (NNHS)

Meet Mike (4) Morgan Wog, Designer (Homeschool) and Tiffany Feese, Director (Adult)

Secret Underground (5) Cayton Thompson, Designer (NNHS) and Samuel Broyles, Director (MHS)

Small Secrets Among Friends (6) Alicia Komppa, Designer (Adult) and Sean Cusack, Director (SHS)

The Order (7) Jaley Smith, Designer (Adult) and Ethan Carroll, Director (SHS)

The Waiter (8) Autumn Franklin, Designer (MHS) and Vanessa Martinez, Director (NHS)

Waiting On Resiak (9) Luke Selby, Designer (Adult) and Caleb Vasely, Director (NHS)

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MNTC Pre-Engineering Students Compete in National

Robotics CompetitionOn March 28-30, 60 teams from around the country packed into the Cox Convention Center for this year’s FIRST* Robotics Competition, which is designed to pair professionals with young people in order to solve an engineering design problem and compete. The stakes were high. In the audience were scouts from colleges, military, and engineering companies looking for the “best of the best” to recruit.

Among the many teams competing was MNTC’s very own Pre-Engineering student team, called “Shockwave Team 1742.” Shockwave team members worked together to build a robot that could climb a nine-foot

pyramid and shoot Frisbees for points on the Ultimate Ascent playing field. At the end of the competition, Shockwave ranked 11th with a 6-3 record.

Amber Allen, Shockwave media captain and Team1742.com blogger said despite not advancing to the semifinals, the team is proud of their work - on and off the field. “We ran a near perfect match during the final experience on the field,” Allen said. “We are encouraged by our results and hope to improve next year.”

MNTC gives special thanks to all of the Shockwave sponsors, supporters, and fans. Read all about the event and meet the team members at team1742.com, the student built and maintained website. Like them on Facebook, facebook.com/team1742 and follow them on Twitter @Shockwave1742.

Pre-Nursing Students Begin

Clinicals at Medical Center

The Pre-Nursing class has been preparing all year to put their AUA (Advanced Unlicensed Assistant) skills into action. Throughout the month of April, students completed their 40 hours of clinicals at Integris Southwest Medical Center. Students attend clinicals during their regular class time at MNTC and get real-world experience drawing blood, performing ECG’s & fingerstick blood sugars, inserting urinary catheters, emptying drains, and removing staples. The students are always excited for the opportunity and challenge.

L to R: Morgan Cameron, Andrea Cervantes, Hope Matthews, Briana Adams, Brittani Clark, Patricia Ramirez, Katelyn Parks, Myranda Oliva, Cameron Reynolds

Afternoon Pre-Nursing Class at Integris Southwest Hospital

L to R: Lindsey Weir, Emma McGuinness, Jordan Long, Carlie Washington, Madison Neese, Hannah Robinson, (not pictured - Makenzie Hill)

Morning Pre-Nursing Class Leaving Clinicals at Integris

Southwest Hospital

*FIRST, which stands for “For the Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology,” is a nonprofit organization founded in 1989 by Dean Kamen who is an inventor, entrepreneur, and a strong promoter of science, technology, and engineering. He is best known as the inventor of the Segway. Kamen noticed that the number of American students in the science and technology field was widely decreasing and he wanted to inspire young adults to join the vast field of science and technology.

L to R: Brandon Dickerson, Sanmi Adeleye, Art Waldenville, Jason Rausch, John Savage, Justin Tanner (behind John), Josh Storie, Blake Rayburn, Jeff Sanchez, Tim Blackford, Elijah Martin (very top), Tyler Sriver, Austin Hamilton, Amber Allen, Derrick Moates (very top), Colten Humphrey (glasses), Zac Conant, Corbin Hunt, Jared Stockstill, Ryan Church.

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Saving TimeDid you know that Oklahoma City Community College (OCCC) offers classes at the MNTC Franklin Road Campus? These classes are available to anyone in the community (high school students and adults) who meets OCCC admission requirements. For more admission and enrollment information, call 682.7580 or OCCC Cooperative Alliance Programs at 682.7822.

Saving MoneyHigh school seniors may be able to have 6 credit hours of tuition free per semester! That is quite a savings as OCCC general education course tuition for Oklahoma residents is $74.55** (fees still apply). High school juniors and seniors during the 2013/2014 school year need to inquire about receiving the tuition reimbursement. For more information about OCCC general ed courses offered at MNTC, call 682.7580.

Oklahoma City Community College Offers General Education Classes

at MNTC

Tuition rate, course offerings, dates, and/or times could change without notice. For most updated course & tuition info, call numbers above. Please enroll early to ensure course offering!

* OCCC Course enrollment begins April 1, 2013. ** Tuition rate effective 2/11/13.

ENROLL NOW! OCCC classes begin 8/19/13

Advantages of Taking OCCC Classes on the MNTC Campus:

� Smaller Class Sizes � Possibly Less Traffic/Travel Time

�More Parking Spaces

OCCC Course Offering in the Fall 2013 Semesterat MNTC Franklin Road Campus*

American Federal Government (POLSC 1113 FC 19) Thursdays • 5:30 - 7:50 p.m.

College Algebra (MATH 1513) Mondays • 6 - 8:20 p.m.

English Composition I (ENGL 1113 FC01) Tuesdays • 6 - 8:20 p.m.

English Composition II (ENGL 1213 FC02) Tuesdays • 5:30 - 7:50 p.m.

Introduction to Psychology (PSY 1113 FC9) Wednesdays • 5:30 - 7:50 p.m.

U.S. History Since the Civil War (HIST 1493 FC11) Thursdays • 6 - 8:20 p.m.

National Technical Honor Society Induction CeremonyIn 1990, Moore Norman Technology Center chartered with the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS), a national organization established to recognize outstanding student achievement in career and technical education. Twenty-three years later, MNTC is still using this honor society to recognize students for their academic excellence, character qualities, and solid work ethic.

On the evening of April 1, 173 students were inducted into the prestigious National Technical Honor Society. During the ceremony, inductees were greeted by guest speaker Mr. Patrick McGregor, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Association of Career & Technology Education, and participated in a very memorable NTHS Candle-lighting Membership Ceremony. At that time, new members were presented with a certificate from the national office, plus a personal membership number which gives them access to the national website to apply for scholarships, submit requests for recommendation letters, and get up-to-date information about education & industry.

Having NTHS listed on a resume has proven to be a benefit for students when seeking employment. Many employers in business and industry realize the strict criteria for membership in the NTHS means that the students who qualify for membership are among the best in their programs at MNTC.

In MemoriamThis year’s NTHS induction ceremony was special for Moore Norman staff and students. During the ceremony, the family of Frank S. Coulter received an Honorary Membership into the National Technical Honor Society – in honor and memory of former MNTC Superintendent, who passed in January of this year. Frank Coulter served as Superintendent of Moore Norman Technology Center from 1979 – 2003. In 1990, motivated by his love for the students of MNTC and his desire to see excellence recognized and honored, he chartered with the National Technical Honor Society to start a chapter

of NTHS at MNTC.

Congratulations to Automotive Service Technology students Jacob Rogers and Josh Fields. They both received the Michael Walls Scholarship. Thank you to Kathy Walls!

Database AdministratorOne of MNTC’s graduating Database Administrator students went on a job interview earlier this month and was given two exams to qualify for the position of Data Analyst. The first exam was a logic test and the second exam was a SQL programming test. The company told her that their average scores on the logic exam were 50% and the average scores on the SQL exam was about 60%. After she completed the exam it was scored and she made a 70% on the logic and 83% on the SQL exam. She was above average for the company. Subsequently, the company called and offered her a full-time job at $45,000 per year to start with the promise of a raise after the first 90 days.

This means that the SQL programming and logic that is studied in the program at MNTC is above average in industry standards.

L to R: AST Instructor Lee Dow, Scholarship donor Kathy Walls, Jacob Rogers (NNHS), AST Instructor Bill Opdyke, Josh Fields, and Christi Duncan.

Automotive Service Technology students Brandon Bennett (left, MHS) and Adam Rusmisel (right, WHS) both qualified to compete in the State Finals Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Competition in April. Over 13,247 students competed nationwide, and of those, these MNTC students will compete as one of the top ten teams in the state of Oklahoma.

Therapeutic Services students Cameo Schemenauer (left, WHS) and Jessica Pershica (right, Home school) have both already been hired to work in local veterinary clinics, due to the skills and experience they acquired at MNTC.

For his capstone project, MNTC Computer Programming student, Gage Orsburn (MHS), developed & designed an entire forum system by which people can connect online, post things, and “like” them. This is very impressive for a high school student, as there are graduate students working on their master’s and doctorate degrees who have not built the program he has at his young age. Way to go, Gage!

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MNTC Students Receive Grant to Assist Elementary School in NeedStudents in the Career Exploration Education (CEE) class at MNTC have been tutoring students at John F. Kennedy Elementary School (Kennedy) twice each week throughout the school year, as part of an assignment exploring careers in education and philanthropy. As a result of the time spent with the children and the relationship built with Kennedy, in March of this year, students in the CEE class, along with instructor Zena Amer, wrote letters to three local banks requesting a grant that would assist with further funding of the after school program at Kennedy. The grant was approved!

MNTC would like to say a special thank you to Cross Timbers Rotary Club of Norman, Arvest Bank, BancFirst, and Republic Bank & Trust of Norman, as part of the Partners in Education program, for making this possible. Together we can make a difference in our community – one child at a time!

MNTC Prepares Students for College and Job Placement in Their Career Fields!

L to R: CEE Instructor Zena Amer, Joseph Rooffener (WHS), Selena Moore (NNHS)

Backroom Clothing CompanyThe Backroom Clothing Company is a clothing store for men, women, and children operated by the Entrepreneurship Program/Moore Norman DECA.

The store has name-brand clothing at affordable prices. Weekly promotions and coupon books can help shoppers receive even more value. Clothing sizes range from petite to plus for men and women.

The Backroom Clothing Company is located in Room D-100, on the south end of MNTC’s main building at the Franklin Road Campus. There is a variety of clothing to choose from, and a new selection of merchandise goes on the racks daily.

Visit the store from 8:30-10 a.m. and from 1:15-2:45 p.m. Monday-Friday. Every Friday popcorn is available for 50 cents in front of the Backroom Clothing Company. Happy Shopping!

CareerTech Scholarship Available

High school graduates who wish to complete their MNTC career major as an adult student may be eligible to receive a CareerTech Scholarship.

The scholarship pays for tuition for an accredited career major up to $2,000. This scholarship opportunity is also available to high school graduates who have not attended MNTC, but live in the district, and begin a career major prior to their 21st birthday.

MNTC’s CareerTech Scholarship can help young adults secure their future in today’s professional world. Additional information regarding the CareerTech Scholarship may

be found at mntechnology.com under Student Resources.

Preparing for the

Future!

Free Tutoring AvailableAssistance for all high school academic areas is available in the Academic Resource Center (ARC) on the MNTC Franklin Road Campus. High school math tutoring is available four days each week. Assistance is provided for Geometry, Algebra I, Algebra II, Calculus and Trigonometry/Math Analysis by a certified math teacher. Tutoring and study skills are also available twice a week for other subjects. Students should check with their MNTC instructor or call 364.5763, ext. 7329 for schedules or additional information.

Speed Dating InterviewingHigh school students may be familiar with the term speed dating, but speed interviewing?

On February 20, high school students from a variety of MNTC career fields took part in a speed interviewing activity. The purpose of this activity was not landing the perfect date, but the perfect job!

Each participant was involved in answering and observing responses to interview questions during the four 15-minute sessions. Feedback was given on eye contact, body language, and the appropriateness of responses to questions.

The activity, planned by MNTC’s Employment Services, was a success and will be offered again in the future. For more information about Employment Services, contact Tina Fitzgerald at 364.5763 ext. 7293 or tina.fitzgerald@mntc.edu.

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$10 OFF Any Short Term Computer Class

Present this coupon or use code below when enrolling by phone to receive $10 toward any Short Term

Computer Class offered at Moore Norman Technology Center

For more information or to enroll call 405.364.5763, ext.7260 or visit

www.mntechnology.com

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College Credit Fees Due Soon!If a student is receiving college credit for their MNTC coursework at OCCC or Rose State College this spring, payments are due soon.

Students co-enrolled with Rose State will receive their bills from the Rose State Liaison at MNTC.

Students co-enrolled with OCCC receive bills for the Cooperative Alliance fees through the mail. Payment may be made:

� Online at occc.edu on student’s MineOnline/Student Records account

� By mailing a check to OCCC Bursar Office

� In-person at the OCCC Bursar Office

For more payment information:

� OCCC students and parents may call 682.7825

� Rose State students and parents may call 733.7673, ext. 7303.

Sen•ior•i•tis |sēnyә rītis| nounJune 8, 2005 Urban Word of the Day

(From the Urban Dictionary)

A crippling disease that strikes high school seniors. Symptoms include: laziness, an over-excessive wearing of track pants, old athletic shirts, sweatpants, athletic shorts, and sweatshirts. Also, features a lack of studying, repeated absences, and a generally dismissive attitude. The only known cure is a phenomenon known as GRADUATION!

Student Feature: Andrea Cervantes

Students of the Month 2013Norman Kiwanis ClubEach month MNTC instructors nominate outstanding students for the Norman Kiwanis Club Student of the Month. One high school student is selected each month based upon progress in the career major, goals, special accomplishments, attitude, involvement in student organizations, recommendation of instructor, and attendance. These students are recognized at a Kiwanis luncheon and are eligible to be nominated for the Superintendent’s Award.

February 2013Andrea Cervantes

Pre-NursingSouthmoore High School

March 2013Asher Brown

Full Charge BookkeeperHome School

April 2013 Myranda Oliva

Pre-NursingMoore High School

Southmoore High School (SHS) senior Andrea Cervantes is a student in MNTC’s Pre-Nursing class, but already holds industry certifications from taking the Nurse Aide class as a junior. She is a Certified Nurse Aide and Long Term Care/ Home Health Aide, has CPR and First Aid certifications and started this year already having clinical site experience.

She is a member of Health Occupations Students of America and plans to compete this semester in the HOSA Bowl competition. She is also a member of the National Honor Society and the National Technical Honor Society.

Cervantes has been taking college courses online through Oklahoma City Community College during this final year of high school, and plans to take more courses in preparation for MNTC’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography class.

She’s also preparing to become phlebotomy certified and to sit for the Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) certification.

“I’ve wanted to get into the medical field since a few years ago when all of my aunts were expecting babies at the same time. Because I’m bilingual it was easy for me to translate between the medical staff and my family. I knew this was what I wanted to do for a career even back then,” she said.

“I want to do this because I love working with people and helping. Our instructors teach us things so well that testing actually becomes fun. I’m the first in my family to go to college and to become industry certified; I’m proud of myself for actually doing this, and want my family to be proud of me, too,” Cervantes said.

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Students enrolled in Moore Norman Technology Center’s Technical & Engineering programs have spent the past year working on two full scale homes. After the homes are complete, they will be available for sale through a sealed bid. Once sold, they will be transported to their final destinations, to be determined by the home buyers.

The projects have encompassed the expertise of instructors and drive from students, to construct, wire, trim, and detail each entire house. It began with the Computer Automated Drafting & Design program drawing the blueprints for the structure, followed by

Carpentry students constructing the frame and interior. Students in Mark Estell’s Carpentry program also produced all of the trim carpentry in each of the homes. Carpentry students are currently painting one of the homes and the other is almost in the dry.

The houses have been constructed the same way homes on permanent foundations are, with all supplies being purchased from local suppliers. Income from the sale of the homes, above the cost of materials used, will go back into MNTC’s general fund, and will then be available for supply costs for the next project home.

Students Build Custom Home

L to R: Berto Venter (MHS), Briarra Rusgrove (SHS), Hunter Konemann (SHS)

FrequentContacts

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Stay Connected

Superintendent | Jane Bowen ext. 8200Deputy Superintendent | Jeanette Capshaw ext. 8200Executive Director | Steve Ketchum ext. 8213Director Educational Services | Susan Gladhill ext. 8246Director Long Term Programs | Carol Colwell ext. 8261 Assistant Director Business Technology | Chris Kalinski ext. 4101Assistant Director Health Careers | Meleah Meadows ext. 8264Assistant Director Technical Careers | Terry Williamson ext. 8247Counselor Business Technology | Yumi Davis ext. 4103Counselor Health Careers | Jim Hightower ext. 7237Counselor Technical Careers | Wendy Perry ext. 8263Tech Rep Moore Schools | Natalie Crawley ext. 7567Tech Rep Norman Schools | Cole Atkinson ext. 7565College Credit | Cindy Krosp ext. 8228Deaf & Hard of Hearing | Marles Bradley or DeAnn Martin ext. 7275Disability Services | Barbara Rice ext. 8204Employment Services | Tina Fitzgerald ext. 7293Financial Aid | Dustin Davidson ext. 7209Registrar/Student Records | Carla McKinley ext. 7258

Important Dates

It is the policy of Moore Norman Technology Center to not condone discrimination with regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender/sex, age, disability or veteran status in enrollment or employment, nor in the educational programs or activities which it operates. MNTC’s Human Resources Director is the compliance coordinator. Inquiries concerning application of this policy may be referred to this office. MNTC provides reasonable accommodations and support for students with disabilities and special education needs covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA.)

April 16-21 DECA Collegiate National Conference, Anaheim, CA 21-23 Skills USA State Competition, Tulsa, OK 23-28 DECA High School National Conference, Anaheim, CA 24 MNTC Career Connection 2013 Job Fair 25 OSU OKC $1,000 Scholarship Application Due 27-30 DECA National Conference, Salt Lake City, UT

May 8-12 BPA National Conference, Chicago, IL 21 MNTC Graduation 23 Last day of school – MNTC

June 24-29 Skills USA National Conference, Kansas 25-29 HOSA National Conference, Orlando, FL

August 20 MNTC Begins Fall Semester

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Graduation Date SetMNTC’s December and May graduates will be honored at 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 21, at the First Baptist Church located at 301 NE 27th in Moore. Family members are invited to attend. Graduates and guests are invited to a brief reception in the Atrium immediately following the ceremony.

A photography service will take commencement photographs. This service is provided free of charge and is without obligation. Letters with additional details about the ceremony will be mailed to graduates at a later date.