GACTC hosts Cooperative Education and Internship Luncheon
On May 5, the GACTC hosted a Cooperative Education and Internship luncheon to celebrate the accomplishments of our co-op and internship students, to recognize the commitment of the employers and supervisors who provide the hands-on real-life exposure so that the students can continue learning in the field, and to honor the excellent education that is provided by the professional teachers at the GACTC. This year the luncheon was attended by over 130 students, employers, [...]
GACTC honors outstanding seniors in Senior Awards
On May 11, 2023 the GACTC hosted the Senior Awards Banquet! Students who received scholarships, awards, and the "Senior of the Year" award in their respective programs were honored. More than 300 people attended the awards, and $27,100 in scholarships was awarded! Outstanding Seniors of the Year Administrative Office Specialist: Natalie Marketta, Hollidaysburg Automotive Technology: Trevor Wolfe, Altoona Automotive/Diesel Technology: Reese Rinker, Bellwood-Antis Baking & Pastry Arts: Brenna Cokrlic, Altoona Cabinetmaking/Finished Carpentry: Nicholas Rhodes. Central [...]
Lt. Gov. Davis visits the GACTC
The GACTC welcomed Lt. Gov. Austin Davis (above left, with Executive Director Eric Palmer) on April 27, where he spoke on the importance of funding for career and technical training. Executive Director Eric Palmer, Lt. Gov. Davis, Commissioner Burke, Bob Kutz, Andrea Lascoli, and Chelsea Gibbons spoke at the event. (Photo and video credit: Commonwealth Media Services).
14 GACTC students compete in state SkillsUSA competition
Fourteen GACTC students competed in the 55th 2023 SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference Competition, which was held on Apr. 12-14 in Hershey with more than 1400 students, advisors, and administrators from career and technology schools across the state. To qualify to participate, GACTC students had to have earned Gold Medals at the district SkillsUSA competition, which was held in January. SkillsUSA is a career and technical student organization serving more than 395,000 members every [...]
The GACTC adds adult education programs to meet the needs of area students and employers
The GACTC continues to respond to the needs of area students and employers by adding new adult education programs and virtual or hybrid options for existing programs. Today the school announced these additions for the 2023-2024 academic year: Electrical Trades Diploma Program: This adult-only program will train students to install, troubleshoot, and service electrical equipment and systems. The 900-hour program will teach electrical theory and provide hands-on experience, providing students with the knowledge and skills [...]
News from the GACTC Adult Education Programs
In this edition of the Adult Education Programs' newsletter, meet a few of our students and their recent activities in the classroom and beyond, get details for our April open house, and review the GACTC's open employment positions. Read the full newsletter here.
