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February 2012
Gold Medal Winner Samantha Barrett, Ridley H.S.
DCTS Students Win Medals at Regional Skills USA Competition

 

Congratulations to the students who brought home medals from the SkillsUSA competitions this month! Those who took first place will be representing DCTS at the state competition in Hershey this April.

 

GOLD

Samantha Barrett, Ridley H.S. - Preschool Teaching Assistant

Pat Close, Garnet Vally H.S. - Masonry

Nick D'Agostino, Academy Park H.S. - Quiz Bowl Team

Vince Giacobello, Strath Haven H.S. - Quiz Bowl Team

Cliff Rainey, William Penn H.S. - Quiz Bowl Team

Akili Thomas, Upper Darby H.S. - Quiz Bowl Team

 

SILVER

James Cleaver, Interboro H.S. -  Building Maintenance Technology

Nevada Costa and Erin Harty, Interboro H.S. - Esthetics

Luciano DiGiacomo, Interboro H.S. - Masonry

Sam Thompson, Springfield H.S. - Computer Maintenance Technology 

 

BRONZE

Johnetta Dillon, Upper Darby H.S. - Technical Computer Applications

 

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry representatives, working together to ensure America has a skilled work force. It helps each student excel through competitive activities which begin at the district level and continue through state and national levels.


 
HVAC Students Show off Fuel-Efficient Designs
HVAC 2.12
Steve Davis & Tim Bradley

 

Steve Davis and Tim Bradley, both seniors designed and assembled this two-zone hydronic heating system that used copper baseboard heating elements. This is the type of heating system that is found in most residential hot water heating systems. 

 

The operation of the system depends on the hot water heater heating the water to a temperature of 165 degrees.   A circulator pump moves the water through each of the zones. A thermostat controls each zone.   When the thermostat calls for heat, it sends a signal to open a zone valve and at the same time turns on the circulator pump.   The zone valve stays open until the thermostat is satisfied.

 

The advantage to having zones is that a house can be divided into zones and only the portion of the house that needs heat is heated. This makes the system more economical to run as well as it being a more comfortable environment.

 

 
Co-Op Sam Thompson
Co-Op student Sam Thompson works as Assistant Network Administrator

DCTS Cooperative Education Students Land Jobs in this Tough Economy!

 

Cooperative Education helps students gain employment during these challenging times. From computer network administration to warehousing & distribution, DCTS has secured 11 employment positions for students in various community settings.  Students who have met the goal of completing 75% of their duty task sheet qualify and can be employed within their career choice before they go on to college. In these positions, students earn above minimum wage salaries while gaining valuable experience in their field.

 

The special education teachers are currently working with the cooperative education coordinator to expand the program and secure positions within the Delaware County Intermediate Unit. The cooperative education coordinator, the career and technical instructors, and our special education staff collaborate with students to write resumes, develop templates and work with students in preparation for job interviews. They communicate with district faculty and parents to review transition plans and placements.

 

Emily Gerace
Emily Gerace, Senior Cosmetology
Emily Gerace Earns Aston Student of the Quarter.

 

Name: Emily Gerace, Grade 12

School: Cardinal O'Hara

Program: Cosmetology

Years in the program: 2

 

Career Goal: To become a hair stylist and own my own salon.

 

Who is someone you admire? I admire my parents because they are hard working, caring and always supportive.

 

Who has influenced your decision to pursue a career in cosmetology? My mom and sister have inspired me because they both work in the industry.

 

 
In This Issue
Congratulations Skills USA Winners!
HVAC Cool School Project
Cooperative Education
Meet Emily Gerace
Financial Aid

REMINDER
High School Seniors
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The 2012-13 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA is now available online. 
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 The FAFSA determines eligibility for federal grants, the need-based Pennsylvania State Grant, many scholarships, reduced-cost federal student loans, work-study programs, and some school-based student aid programs. It is the most important step that students and families should take when looking for assistance in paying for higher education.
 
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