Olathe Career and Technical Education 21st Century Programs

Programs The CTE programs are available to students in their junior or senior year for 2-3 hours each day. Students attend their own high school for 4 or 5 hours then come to the program site for the remainder of the day. CTE programs may be in the morning or afternoon.

Program Locations/Transportation Housed at: Olathe Advanced Technical Center Olathe North Heartland & Harmony Early Childhood Centers. Bussing/Transports are available to and from Olathe East High School *Exception: CNA requires independent transportation due to multiple site usage.

Olathe Advanced Technical Center OATC CTE programs Olathe Advanced Technical Center a.m. or p.m. programs Automotive Technology 3 hours Auto Collision Technology Construction Trades Welding Technology

OATC Automotive Technology The Automotive Technology program offers students the opportunity to discover the automotive industry through hands-on labs, unique partnerships and competition. Students in this two-year career and technical program. Work with industry standard equipment Develop skills through application of theory using modern electronic testing equipment. The opportunity to earn advanced standing credit at no cost from JCCC as well as articulated credit from Linn State, and a variety of other Kansas junior college programs: Intro to Shop Practices / Steering & Suspension Engine Repair / Brake Systems For more information contact: Ken Gandy kgandyoatc@olatheschools.org Ed Hensley ehensleyoatc@olatheschools.org.

OATC - Auto Collision Technology The Auto Collision Technology program prepares students for a variety of career opportunities in auto body repair, customization and learn through hands-on experiences with industry-standard equipment, including a down-draft paint booth. Students in this two-year career and technical program: Gain industry knowledge to help assess and repair auto body damage Learn to repair, reconstruct and replace car components Acquire the skills needed to enter the workforce or continue your education Will have the opportunity to earn articulated credit at JCCC: Intro to Shop Practices Welding Process For more information contact: Kyle Bentz kdbentz@olatheschools.org

OATC-Construction Trades The Construction Technology program is a fast paced hands-on program that gives students the opportunity to work with the various areas of construction through the building of a house. Students in this two-year career and technical program: Learn all areas of residential construction from foundation to finish Develop the skill necessary to remodel, repair and maintain a home Opportunity for advanced placement in a construction related apprenticeship program Participate in unique partnerships with Farmer’s Insurance and Heartland Habitat for Humanity For more information contact: Gary Anderson gandersonoatc@olatheschools.org

OATC-Welding Technology The Welding Technology program combines the skills of a craftsman, the dexterity of an artist and the knowledge of a scientist through hands-on projects and classroom learning. Students in this two-year career and technical program Work with industry standard equipment Prepare for national entry-level certification Learn to cut and join metals, build projects for school and community and create individual projects Will have the opportunity to earn articulated credit at Johnson County Community College for: Introduction to Welding (4 credit hours) Advanced Gas & Arc Welding (4 credit hours) Gas Metal Arc Welding (4 credit hours) For more information contact: Gary Pommier gpommieroatc@olatheschools.org.

ECCO Early Childhood Career Opportunities Harmony Early Childhood Center 14oth and Black Bob 2 hours Periods 1 and 2 Heartland Early Childhood Center 1700 W. Sheridan Periods 6 and 7

ECCO Prepare for a fascinating and rewarding career in child development and/or early childhood education through hands-on experience in a preschool lab that lets students explore their passion to help develop the next generation. Students in this two-year program: Work directly with preschool children in unique lab settings at one of our two early childhood centers Prepare materials to use in the classroom Acquire the skills needed to enter the early childhood career field and/or continue your education at the post- secondary level For more information contact: Judy Polson jpolsonhlsc@olatheschools.org Kristin McDonald kmcdonaldhlsc@olatheschools.org.

Olathe North CTE programs Culinary Arts 3 hours Health Careers Sciences (CNA) Seniors only One semester only 2 hours

Olathe North – CNA (Health Careers) Certified Nursing Assistant After completion of the class you will have earned: CNA certification through JCCC Practical experience Tuition will be paid through Kansas Senate Bill 155 State of Kansas Assessment Requirements: Senior ACT 19+ or Compass score 64+ Social security/resident alien card TB test result of negative For more information contact: Kris Kennedy kkennedyon@olatheschools.org

Olathe North - Culinary Arts   Prepare for a career in the world’s largest and most diverse industry in this award-winning program. Students in this two-year program: Learn from industry professionals Work in a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen Prepare breakfasts, luncheons, dinners and banquets Run a five-star restaurant Become ServSafe Certified Earn scholarships for higher education For more information contact: Mike Chrostowski mchrostowskion@olatheschools.org

Enrollment Procedures: Steps: 1. TOUR: You MUST attend a tour in order to be eligible. Tour permission forms are available in counseling office. Bring back signed permission form to counseling office. Deadline is October 31st. SIGN UP TODAY! 2. APPLY: Complete the online application as soon as possible after your tour. SPACES ARE LIMITED! Applications are due by Dec. 16th 3. ACCEPTANCE: Selections made in February. You will be notified by email. You must accept or decline! Your counselor will adjust your enrollment for the fall.

Tour Dates and Times Olathe Advanced Technical Center & Olathe North Auto tech, Auto collision, Construction Trades, and Welding Culinary Arts, CNA Friday, November 4th– leave at 8:10 a.m., return to OE at approximately 10:20 AM Early Childhood Education: TBD Additional Tour for Construction Trades: TBD

Cannot Make the Tour? Olathe Advanced Technical Center Evening Open House for all CTE programs Walk through format for students & families Thursday, October 27th from 5:30-7:30 PM You must attend the Tour OR the Open House in order to apply!

Youtube Videos… Get a first hand look! OATC Programs Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gKfddfBju4 Culinary Arts Program https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dp6agJs2mwE&feature=youtu.be

Last Details… Tour Sign Up—In the counseling office Pick up & return signed field trip permission slip Choose the program in which you are seriously interested. Deadline to submit permission slip is October 31th at 3:00 PM. 

Questions? See Mrs. Shaw in the counseling office or contact one of the instructors from the program areas. Shelly Shaw sshawoe@olatheschools.org