2018 SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference Results

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The MTCHS SkillsUSA Chapter was awarded the Gold Chapter of Distinction for 2018!

For photos from the Awards Ceremony, click here.

25 Gold Medals
Jared Gonzales – Information Technology Services
Sarina Lloyd and Lillian Woods – Interactive Application and Video Game Development

Alexis VanTassel, Adam Torek, Caleb McCart, Christina Ankeny, Kayla Hutchings, Tia Flores-Carr and Valette Cummins – Opening and Closing Ceremony

Jared Gonzales, Alex Smith, Beckett Bodell, Chase Carpenter, Nathan Gripentrog, Ryder Elitharp, and Victor Suggs – Quiz Bowl

Triston Sinclair – Technical Computer Applications
Shanti Mickens – Related Technical Math
Amanda Benningfield – Prepared Speech
Jacob Bagley and Savannah Blood – Web Design
Emma Hunter, Emma Purdy, and Devonne Busoy – Promotional Bulletin Board

7 Silver Medals
Sarina Lloyd – Prepared Speech
Kaileb Hermansen – Related Technical Math
Beckett Bodell – Technical Computer Apps
Nate Lara – Advertising Design
Ziggy Johnson – Extemporaneous Speaking
Devonne Busoy and Kaileb Hermansen – Web Design

6 Bronze Medals
Adam Torek – Computer Programming
Evie Phillips – Job Interview
Mitch Fairbanks and Ziggy Johnson – Mobile Robotics
Jacob Bagley – Related Technical Math
Alex Smith – Technical Computer Apps

2018-2019 SkillsUSA State Officer
Devonne Busoy

SkillsUSA State Conference

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MTCHS students competing at the SkillsUSA State Conference got a rousing send-off from their classmates this morning with applause, cheers and high-fives.  We have 36 students attending state SkillsUSA competitions today and tomorrow.  Contests include Advertising Design, Computer Programming, Customer Service, Electronics Technology,  Extemporaneous Speaking, Informational Technology Services, Interactive Application and Video Game Development, Job Interview, Mobile Robotics, Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Prepared Speech, Promotional Bulletin Board, Quiz Bowl, Related Technical Math, and Technical Computer Applications.  They have all been working so hard to get ready, and we wish them all the best!

KIDO Visit

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We are excited to announce that KIDO will be broadcasting Kevin Miller’s radio program, “Promote Our Schools, Secure Our Future” from MTCHS on April 12 from 6 to 9 a.m.  We wish to thank them for including us in their schedule.  Be sure to tune in on 580AM or 107.5FM to hear the show!
Kevin Miller believes in the power of education, which is why he does his broadcast from a different school every week. Kevin lets the people (administrators, teachers and students) who are in the education trenches speak about what is really happening in our schools.  Many thanks to CapEd and Team Mazda for their funding and support of this important program!

Prom Night!

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Hey Dragons!

Student Council is excited to announce we will be holding a Prom to celebrate the end of the year! It will take place at Trailhead in Downtown Boise on Saturday, April 28 from 7–10pm.

It will be a semi-formal dance, so get dressed up, but there is no need to break out a tuxedo or other super fancy dress (unless you want to). All grade levels are invited, so bring a date (or don’t) or come with friends – everyone is welcome! Ticket prices will be $15 for an individual and $25 for a couple’s ticket. Many more details to come!

If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions for the dance, please contact one of your Student Council representatives. We hope to see you there!

Junior SATs

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It’s almost here; SAT testing for our Juniors is scheduled for Tuesday, April 10 here at MTCHS!  There will be no school for grades 9, 10, and 12.

Information about SATs can be found here: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat

Pro tips for the day of the SATs can be found here: https://www.powerscore.com/sat/help/testday.cfm  (You may not be thinking about things like snacks and water bottles in the stress of remembering your #2 pencils!)

Good luck, Juniors!

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Electronics and Robotics Instruction Job Opening

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Electronics and Robotics Instructor for 2018-2019

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Electronics Robotics Instructor for 2018-2019
Electronics Robotics Instructor Job Description
Apply Now at https://fs30.formsite.com/technologymtchsorg/form12/index.html

Electronics and Robotics Instructor Job Opening

BPA State Competition

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Mr. Beebe and his Business Professionals of America students are off to theBPA State Competitions, and looking very sharp, we might add!
We wished them good luck, but they said they don’t need it! Love their confidence! Have fun and make us proud!
Events they are competing in are:
Network Design and Network Administration
Network Design and PC Servicing and Troubleshooting
Network Design and Network Technology
Computer Security
Network Technology

2018 SkillsUSA State Skills and Leadership Conference

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Thursday, April 5 — Opening Ceremony & Leadership Events at Nampa Civic Center
SkillsUSA Official Contest Dress!

  • 7:00 a.m. State Officer Interviews at Nampa Civic Center
  • 8:10 a.m. Bus leaves MTCHS
  • 9:00-11:00 a.m.  Opening Ceremony General Assembly (All student competitiors & advisors)
  • 11:00-12:30 a.m.  Lunch (provided) & Contest Setup/Practice
  • 12:45 p.m.  Bus returns to MTCHS with students not competing in leadership events
  • 12:30-4:00 p.m. Leadership & Occupational Contests Only:  Customer Service, Extemporaneous Speech,  Job Interview, Opening & Closing Ceremonies, Prepared Speech, Promotional Bulletin Board, Quiz Bowl, Related Technical Math
  • 4:30 p.m. (or before)  Bus returns to MTCHS
  • 4:00 p.m. Orientation/briefing meeting:  Electronics Technology & Technical Drafting at CWI Micron Center

Friday, April 6 — Technical Contests & Awards Ceremony
Official SkillsUSA Contest Dress!

If not competing on Friday, you will be participating in the MTCHS Community Service Activity Day.

  • 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.  Technical Contests (Lunch Provided)
  • 6:30 a.m. — Bus leaves MTCHS:  Electronics Technology & Technical Drafting at CWI Micron Center; Information Technology Services at CWI Pintail Center
  • 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  MTCHS:  3D Visualization & Animation, Advertising Design, Computer Programming, Technical Computer Applications, TV/Video Production, Web Design, Interactive Application & Video Game Development & Mobile Robotics
  • 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  Lunch provided for technical contest competitors (delivered to contest site)
  • 7:00 p.m. Award/Closing Ceremony — Nampa Civic Center
    Must provide your own transportation, parents welcome to attend

Directions from MTCHS (Here)

5 Hours of Community Service Available:  You must complete BOTH parts to receive credit
Part 1:  Compete in  Technical Event on Friday, April 6
Part 2:  Choose ONE of the following:

  1. Attend Award/Closing Ceremony at Nampa Civic Center on April 8 and support your team (You must provide your own transportation.)
  2. Write a three paragraph essay about how SkillsUSA and its chapters support the Communities in which they are involved.

2018 NCWIT Award Recipients!

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Congratulations to our FOUR Idaho NCWIT (National Center for Women and Information Technology) Award recipients!  These girls, one junior and three sophomores, all won Honorable Mention last night at the 2018 Idaho Affiliate Award Celebration.  They each received a renewable $500 BSU Computer Science Scholarship,  an engraved NCWIT plaque, and a bag full of prizes.

The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing (AiC) honors women in grades 9 through 12 who are active and interested in computing and technology, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award for AiC recipients are chosen for their demonstrated interest and achievements in computing, proven leadership ability, academic performance, and plans for post‑secondary education.

Great job, ladies!  We are so very proud of your accomplishments!