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A MESSAGE FROM
DR. KIMBERLY SCHNEIDER, SUPERINTENDENT
 After undergoing a thorough energy audit last year, the Mercer County Technical School District is nearing the end of several major building improvement projects that are expected to save our District thousands of dollars every month. By replacing 2,500 lights in the district's three centers, the electric bill has already been reduced by $5,000 in a single month. At the Arthur R. Sypek and Assunpink Centers, all of the roofs were replaced and reinsulated. This allowed for 3,000 low-profile solar panels to be installed on the roofs of the two locations resulting in an 80% reduction in power supplied by PSE&G. We've replaced nine rooftop air-conditioning units and four boilers with smaller high-efficiency units which can be controlled electronically. Through New Jerseys' Energy Savings Improvement Program, the $12 million project will pay for itself over 15 years based on the anticipated utility savings. Click here to view the District's ESIP Plan.
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ARTHUR R. SYPEK CENTER NEWS |
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10th Annual Cosmetology Career Fair |
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In this photo: MCTS students (left) Jessica Hazen and Alyssa Villaruz learn about employment opportunities from J.T. Cassese, Salon Manager at ULTA Salon, Cosmetics, and Fragrance in Princeton. |
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Mercer County Technical Schools hosted a Cosmetology Career Fair at the Arthur R. Sypek Center for students who are completing their final year of the Cosmetology program. Some students were interviewed on-the-spot for jobs and others took advantage of the opportunity to network with salon owners. Nine local salon owners participated in the event.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for personal appearance workers will grow by 20% from 2008 to 2018, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. The Cosmetology instructors recognize the importance of connecting their students with local salon owners, some of whom are former students of the program. "I've spent the last few weeks preparing all of my students with interviewing techniques and making sure their resumes and cover letters are current. Networking with local salon owners while still in high school has proven to be extremely beneficial for my students over the years, regardless of whether they go on to college or start their careers immediately after graduation," says Christine Cardinale, Cosmetology Instructor.
Students who successfully accrue the required 1,000 hours of instruction for this program, are eligible to take the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling exam. Historically, 98% of Mercer County Technical Schools' students pass this exam and earn a license to work in New Jersey. "The quality of students from Mercer County Technical Schools is outstanding and their willingness to continue to learn as they work is exceptional. Some students have advanced through the ranks into management within only two years," said J.T. Cassese, Salon Manager at ULTA Salon, Cosmetics, and Fragrance in Princeton. |
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Health Science Academy Students Team Up
With Red Cross to Help Senior Citizens This Winter |
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In this photo (left to right): Nala Williams, Vikash Bandi, Marquies Young, Jovan Griffin, Piyush Puri, Jennifer Estrada, Brianna Sheppard (kneeling), Shawnee Chaudhury, Lenaya Ford, Sunakshi Puri, Vishal Bandi, Alexa McCullough, Brandon Verrault of American Red Cross of Central NJ |
Twelve 10th graders from Mercer County Technical School District's Health Science Academy teamed up with the American Red Cross of Central New Jersey to create Blizzard Bags for homebound and elderly recipients of Red Cross Home Delivered Meals. The students sorted hundreds of non-perishable food items into food groups and then went on to produce 49 bags in 20 minutes.
Blizzard Bags are stocked with a well-balanced mix of non-perishable food items and other essentials. The bags will be distributed to Home Delivered Meals recipients for use on days when the Red Cross is unable to deliver meals due to winter storms. Blizzard Bags are distributed at the start of the winter season so these senior citizens dependent on receiving meals are prepared in advance. |
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Allentown Student Sings National Anthem
at State Conference |
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In this photo: Bobbi Barricella, Career Prep Theatre Program student and 12th grader at Allentown High School, had the honor of singing the National Anthem at the New Jersey Association of Counties' 2011 Summit on Police Consolidation at The Trenton Country Club. |
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HEALTH CAREERS CENTER NEWS |
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Health Careers Center Hosts
Nutritious Delicious Luncheon |
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In this photo: (front row, left to right) Ashlee Wyszynski, Genevee Witherspoon, Billie Jones, Regine Daceus; (back row, left to right) Wisdith Civic, Sara Ragsdale, and Nemisha Singleton. |
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Students from the post-secondary Practical Nursing Program at the Health Careers Center hosted a Nutritious Delicious Luncheon. The luncheon is held annually at the conclusion of the students' study of Nutrition. Students prepared the luncheon as a class, working as a team to create a variety of ethnic cuisines that were then enjoyed together with their instructors. Students presented a variety of dishes from countries such as Liberia, Mexico, Nigeria and the United States. |
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Stephen Heringes, Architecture/Engineering Design Instructor, was named 2012 STEM Teacher of the Year by the Professional Engineers Society of Mercer County. |
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Jacklyn Rapport, 10th Grade Health Science Academy Student, has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a President's Volunteer Service Award. |
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Lisa Nolan, Licensed Practical Nursing Instructor, completed her MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) program through Walden University. |
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CAREER and TECH ED IN THE NEWS! |
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UPCOMING ADMISSIONS EVENTS |
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DISTRICT OPEN HOUSE
March 3, 2012 10AM - 12PM
Assunpink Center - 1085 Old Trenton Road, Trenton, NJ 08690 |
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HEALTH CAREERS CENTER OPEN HOUSE (POST-SECONDARY)
March 14, 2012 2PM - 8PM
Health Careers Center - 1070 Klockner Road, Trenton, NJ 08619 |
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The Mercer County Technical School District guarantees equal opportunity to all, regardless of race, color, age, creed, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, nationality or sex. |
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PARENTS SPEAK! | |
"Career Prep has been the best experience for my son. The MCCC professors have really engaged his curiosity. He comes home and actually tells me about his classes. I am looking forward to having my younger son enrolled in this program too."
--Patty Titen
Parent of Career Prep Student, Criminal Justice Program |
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The Honorable
Brian M. Hughes
County Executive
BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS
Hon. Lucylle R. S. Walter
Chair
Hon. John Cimino
Vice Chair
Hon. Ann Cannon
Hon. Anthony Carabelli
Hon. Pasquale "Pat" Colavita, Jr.
Hon. Samuel Frisby
Hon. Andrew Koontz
BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS IN THE COUNTY OF MERCER
Mr. Albert Pitman
President
Ms. Judith Iszard
Vice President
Dr. Samuel Stewart
Executive County Superintendent
Ms. Nancy Swirsky
Business Administrator/
Board Secretary
ADMINISTRATION | |
Dr. Kimberly Schneider
Superintendent
Ms. S. Lucille Jones
Principal
Assunpink Center
Mr. Pete Frascella Principal
Adult Evening School
Ms. Sharon Nemeth
Principal
Health Careers Center
Acting Principal
Arthur R. Sypek Center
Ms. Robin Soriano
Admissions
Ms. Lori Perlow
Communications |
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