This is a friendly reminder that all Wood County Schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 3, as our school facilities will be used as voting centers for the midterm elections.
about 4 hours ago, Eric Murphy
🌟 You Rock Award!🌟

Congratulations to Mrs. Richards, who received the You Rock Award from Mrs. Lee!

As part of our Allied Health – Medical Assisting program, we celebrate Mrs. Richards for being a wonderful mentor to students and a supportive colleague during Mrs. Lee’s first year of teaching. Her willingness to lend a helping hand and offer friendship makes a positive difference every day!

Thank you, Mrs. Richards, for being someone others can count on!

#YouRockAward #CCAT #WCTC #WCS
3 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Image of two people posing with a small rock.
🩺 A Successful Medical Skills Vital Signs Clinic!

Our Medical Skills students welcomed students, teachers, family, friends, and community members into their classroom to check vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and oxygen saturation (SpO₂). A great hands-on learning experience!

#CCAT #WCTC #MedicalSkills #CTE
4 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Collage of students taking vital signs.
Collage of students taking vital signs.
Collage of students taking vital signs.
Our Sports Medicine students are looking sharp in their new pullovers! 💚🩶

We love seeing our students represent their program with pride!

#WCTC #CCAT #SportsMed
6 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Group image of students posing with class uniforms.
Support Criminal Justice SkillsUSA!

Join us on October 23 at Jersey Mike’s to support our SkillsUSA fundraiser! Bring your family, enjoy a meal, and help support our students.

Show the flyer or order online to participate!

Thank you for supporting our students! ❤️🤍💙

#SkillsUSA #CTE #WCTC&CCAT
17 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Image of Skills USA fundraiser flyer at Jersey Mikes.
Firefighting students practiced water movement operations, including tanker shuttles, drafting, hydrant filling, pumping, and fire attack skills.

Special thanks to the East Wood Fire Department for providing a tanker and folding tank to support this hands-on training!

#CTE #WCTC&CCAT #WCS
17 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Collage image with two photos. Top photo with a group of firefighters. Bottom photo of fire trucks.
🏥 🌡️ 🩺 Vital Signs Clinic 🩺 🌡️ 🏥
18 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Image of vital signs clinic flier.

Celebrating Janet Lee with the You Rock Award!

Thank you for the hard work and dedication you have shown as you transition into your teaching role in the Medical Assisting program at the Caperton Center for Applied Technology. Your years of nursing experience, combined with your commitment to helping students succeed, bring valuable knowledge and perspective to our team.

You have worked diligently to manage the many responsibilities of teaching, from daily classroom tasks and coordinating clinical experiences to planning for the future and everything in between. Your willingness to take on new challenges while ensuring our students have meaningful learning experiences does not go unnoticed.

We appreciate the time, energy, and expertise you bring to the program. Thank you for all you do to support our students and staff. We are excited to have you on our team!

You Rock, Mrs. Lee!

18 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Two people pose together, with one holding the You Rock Award.
Our Allied Health and Medical Assisting students received their Simulated Workplace uniforms and proudly wore them for the first time!

Students also gained hands-on experience practicing proper injection techniques and learning how to draw up medications for injections. These important skills help prepare them for real-world experiences in the medical field.
19 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Allied Health students wear their Simulated Workplace uniforms for the first time while practicing injection techniques and medication preparation.
Allied Health students wear their Simulated Workplace uniforms for the first time while practicing injection techniques and medication preparation.
Joe Leaman presented the You Rock Award to ChrisAnn Poling in recognition of her dedication to students, collaboration with colleagues, and commitment to supporting the Caperton Center community. As a Computer Programming and Cybersecurity and Coding, App, and Game Design teacher, Mrs. Poling goes above and beyond to promote CTE, coordinate outreach opportunities, support school initiatives, and help students build the skills and confidence they need for their futures. Her willingness to share ideas, take on leadership responsibilities, and find new ways to connect students with learning opportunities does not go unnoticed!
19 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Two teachers pose together while holding the You Rock Award, celebrating teamwork and recognition among colleagues.

Joe Leaman presented the You Rock Award to ChrisAnn Poling in recognition of her dedication to students, collaboration with colleagues, and commitment to supporting the Caperton Center community. As a Computer Programming and Cybersecurity and Coding, App, and Game Design teacher, Mrs. Poling goes above and beyond to promote CTE, coordinate outreach opportunities, support school initiatives, and help students build the skills and confidence they need for their futures. Her willingness to share ideas, take on leadership responsibilities, and find new ways to connect students with learning opportunities makes her an important part of the Caperton Center team!

22 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Two individuals pose together for a photo, with one holding a rock-shaped award.
Megan Shockey presented the You Rock Award to Joe Leaman, Sports Medicine instructor, in recognition of his outstanding teamwork and dedication to supporting staff and students. Mr. Leaman consistently goes above and beyond to lend a helping hand, especially when injuries occur. His willingness to step in when needed makes him a valued member of the Caperton Center team. Congratulations, Mr. Leaman!
23 days ago, WCTC/CCAT
Two individuals pose together for a photo, with one holding a rock-shaped award.
Infection Control & Big Milestones in Medical Skills!

Our students have been hard at work mastering infection control this week! They practiced proper procedures for putting on and taking off PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), using shaving cream as a simulated contaminant to test their technique.

Junior PCT Class also celebrated receiving their new uniforms for the first time this year! 🩺👕

So proud of our future healthcare professionals as they take these big steps!

#CTE #CCAT #WCTC #WCS
about 1 month ago, WCTC/CCAT
Students practice proper PPE procedures while using shaving cream as a simulated contaminant in a hands-on contamination-control activity.
Students practice proper PPE procedures while using shaving cream as a simulated contaminant in a hands-on contamination-control activity.
Students practice proper PPE procedures while using shaving cream as a simulated contaminant in a hands-on contamination-control activity.
Students practice proper PPE procedures while using shaving cream as a simulated contaminant in a hands-on contamination-control activity.
🍳 **Down on the Farm Recap!** 🌾

Our ProStart Culinary students brought the flavor to Crown Floral & Decor’s "Down on the Farm" event! Students handed out delicious gourmet food samples and helped out customers throughout the day.

Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by to support our future chefs! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

#ProStartCulinary #CulinaryArts #CTE #WCTC #DownOnTheFarm
about 1 month ago, WCTC/CCAT
A collage featuring two photographs with rounded borders against a warm, sun-dappled background. Both photos show students wearing matching maroon shirts working outdoors under an open-sided wooden pavilion.
A collage featuring two photographs with rounded borders against a warm, sun-dappled background. Both photos show students wearing matching maroon shirts working outdoors under an open-sided wooden pavilion.
A collage featuring two photographs with rounded borders against a warm, sun-dappled background. Both photos show students wearing matching maroon shirts working outdoors under an open-sided wooden pavilion.
#CTE #WCS #CCAT #WCTC
about 1 month ago, WCTC/CCAT
Two Allied Health Medical Assistant students practice measuring height and weight using a stadiometer and medical scale. The graphic reads “Allied Health Medical Assistants” and “Taking Height & Weight.”
🩺 Allied Health – Medical Assisting

Students are building real-world skills as they learn how to accurately measure blood pressure and practice with classmates in preparation for their upcoming clinical experiences! 💙
about 1 month ago, WCTC/CCAT
Pictures collage of students practicing blood pressure skills.
Pictures collage of students practicing blood pressure skills.
Congratulations to Mrs. Shockey, who was recognized by Mr. Holbert with the You Rock Award!

Mrs. Shockey goes above and beyond to support Wood County CTE students and staff. She coordinates SkillsUSA fall, state, and national conferences, serves as the Student Council Advisor, and helps organize school events, fundraisers, the Christmas party, and end-of-year celebrations. She also serves on the Professional Staff Development Council.

Thank you, Mrs. Shockey, for your dedication, leadership, and all you do to make Wood County CTE a great place to learn and work!

🌟 You Rock, Mrs. Shockey! 🌟
about 1 month ago, WCTC/CCAT
Image of two people posing with a small rock.
Criminal Justice students put their skills into practice!

Students participated in hands-on activities focused on arrest and search procedures, gaining practical experience with concepts used in the criminal justice field.

#CriminalJustice #CTE #CCAT
about 1 month ago, WCTC/CCAT
Collage image of students practicing arrest and search procedures.
Sports Medicine in Action!

Our Sports Medicine students are building hands-on skills, including ankle taping, spine boarding, and properly covering an injured eye when a foreign object becomes lodged.

Great work developing real-world sports medicine skills!

#CTE #CCAT #WCS
about 1 month ago, WCTC/CCAT
Images collage show hands-on sports medicine training in a classroom environment.
Criminal Justice students participated in hands-on activities focused on arrest and search procedures, as well as fingerprint rolling. These labs give students the opportunity to practice real-world skills and build confidence in criminal justice!

#CCAT #CTE #CJ
about 1 month ago, WCTC/CCAT
Students participate in hands-on criminal justice activities, practicing arrest and search procedures and learning how to properly roll fingerprints.
Students participate in hands-on criminal justice activities, practicing arrest and search procedures and learning how to properly roll fingerprints.
Students participate in hands-on criminal justice activities, practicing arrest and search procedures and learning how to properly roll fingerprints.
Students participate in hands-on criminal justice activities, practicing arrest and search procedures and learning how to properly roll fingerprints.