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May 6, 2026

The third issue of the LCCTC TechTalk literary magazine is now available!

If you would like to save a copy of the literary magazine, right-click on the link above and select “Save Link As.”

TechTalk is a space for all CTC students – high school and higher education alike – to explore and express their creative sides. The magazine’s Editorial Committee explains, “Everyone has a talent in areas outside a major. It can be photography, layout and design, writing, or other areas. TechTalk hopes to provide a platform for those other talents for as many students as we can.”

Additionally, the literary magazine affords students the opportunity to oversee layout, design, printing, writing, and photography in a real-world setting.

CTC students: if you would like to contribute, please contact Te******@**********TC.edu.

Inside This Issue:
The Fish that Got Everything Else
The Bird that Changed My Life
ZZZZZZzzzzzz….
Something to Crow About
Scoliosis
Veterinology Technology
The Mechanics of Passion: Exploring Automotive Potential
A Dog Fight
To All the Almosts

The March-April 2026 issue of the LCCTC TechConnect newsletter is online! Click on this link to view the PDF version. If you would like to save a copy of the file, right-click on the link and select “Save Link As.”

* Editor’s Note: Due to technical difficulties, the March 2026 edition of TechConnect has been merged with the April 2026 edition of TechConnect.

Inside This Issue:
LCCTC SkillsUSA Chapters Bring Home 11 Top-Three Honors in State Competitions
CTC Visits State Capitol for Advocacy Day, Leadership Conference, and CTE Day
LCCTF Welcomes Two New Members to Board of Directors
Electrical Construction Purchases and Installs Solar Panel Array Through LCCTF Innovation Grant and Funding from PPL
Visual Communications Students Display Creativity in Partnership with Lancaster Art Vault
2026 Summer Exploration Program Registration Open Now
LCCTC Announces 2025-2026 Marking Periods 1, 2, and 3 Honor Roll Awardees
Additional CTC Student Celebrations (including February and March Students of the Month)
LCCTC Honors Several National Weeks and Days of Recognition
Around the CTC

Real-World Learning for Real-World Impact

April 16, 2026

Brownstown, PA – In just one week, students at Lancaster County Career and Technology Center’s Brownstown Campus will unveil a groundbreaking, student-built Cyber-Physical City during a Cyber City Open House.

Event: Cyber City Open House
Date: April 23, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Brownstown Campus, 231 Snyder Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522

This is an ambitious, interdisciplinary project that brings together over a dozen career and technical education programs into a single, immersive experience.

Housed within the Computer Network and Security program, the city serves as a living, interactive platform where physical infrastructure, digital systems, and creative storytelling converge. The project highlights how modern industries increasingly require collaboration across disciplines, mirroring real-world environments in cybersecurity, engineering, media, and construction.

More than a dozen programs contributed to the design, construction, and operation of the city:

Computer Networking and Security – Designed and integrated the underlying digital infrastructure, cybersecurity systems, and interactive components
Cabinetmaking and Wood Technology, with Introduction to Construction Careers – Constructed the modular table system and physical structures
Commercial Art – Created visual elements, building designs, and artistic finishes throughout the city
Digital Design and Print Media – Developed signage, branding, and printed materials
Interactive Media and Web Design – Built websites and digital interfaces for city systems and businesses
Introduction to Visual Communications – Designed digital billboard advertisements
Photography and Multimedia Communications – Documented the entire build process and produced media content
Electrical Construction Technology – Wired power systems and provided electrical expertise
Plumbing – Engineered and built functional systems, including a working hydroelectric dam.
Introduction to Manufacturing Careers – Assisted in fabrication and assembly of components
Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology – Implemented automation systems, including PLC-controlled infrastructure
Painting and Interior Finishes – Completed finishing work across the city environment
Introduction to Culinary Arts – Will provide catering and hospitality for the Open House event

Visitors to the Cyber City Open House will be able to:

Explore the fully operational city environment
Interact with digital systems and student-built interfaces
See live demonstrations of automation, power systems, and networked technologies
Engage with students from each contributing program

This project goes beyond a traditional classroom assignment. Students worked collaboratively to solve real engineering, design, and cybersecurity challenges, gaining hands-on experience that reflects the complexity of modern careers.

The endeavor would not have been possible without the generous support of the Lancaster County Career and Technology Foundation. Thank you.

April 6, 2026

Willow Street, PA – The Lancaster County Career and Technology Center (LCCTC) has announced its Honor Rolls for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd marking periods of the 2025-2026 school year. Students named to the Honor Roll must maintain a grade of 90 or above. Please see the link below.

LCCTC 2025-2026 1st Marking Period Honor Roll Students
LCCTC 2025-2026 2nd Marking Period Honor Roll Students
LCCTC 2025-2026 3rd Marking Period Honor Roll Students

Note: Some students have been removed from the above lists for privacy.

Congratulations to all of our Honor Roll students!

The February 2026 issue of the LCCTC TechConnect is online! Click the image of the cover to view the PDF version. If you would like to save a copy of the file, right-click on the cover image and select “Save Link As.”

Inside This Issue:
LCCTF Welcomes PA State Senator James Malone
Former Animal Production Science and Technology Students Return for Dental Demonstration
Welding Technology Pieces Together Metal Bench for Bright Horizons Daycare
Carpentry Technology Hunting Blinds Up for Sale
Power Sports Student Recognized by Hershey Theater for Part in Donegal Play, Class Earns ATV Safety Training Certifications
LCCTC Recognizes National School Counseling Week
Dental Hygiene Gets to Work in Classroom and Community
Around the CTC
January Students of the Month

New Members Strengthen Board’s Focus on Building Resources for LCCTC Students and Programs

Lancaster, PA – The Lancaster County Career & Technology Foundation (LCCTF) announces the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors, further advancing the Foundation’s mission to ensure the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center (LCCTC) has the materials, equipment, and funding needed to deliver high-quality career training for high school and adult students.

“We’re excited to expand the diverse experience and expertise of our Board of Directors with these new members,” said Darryl Gordon, LCCTF Board Chairman. “Each brings a strong commitment to workforce development in Lancaster County and will provide valuable strategic insight as the Foundation continues to support student success and economic growth.”

The new board members are:

Honorable Scott Martin — Pennsylvania State Senator, 13th District: “I am excited that this new role will allow me and my team to further support LCCTF’s mission of strengthening the pipeline of skilled employees ready to meet future workforce needs. Ensuring young people have access to training for quality, family-sustaining jobs is one of the most effective ways to address the economic and demographic challenges facing Pennsylvania.”

Kristi Heller — Senior Vice President, Middle Market Banking Executive, Fulton Bank: “I’m honored to serve on the Board of the Lancaster County Career & Technology Foundation. In my role at Fulton Bank, I regularly hear from employers about the critical shortage of skilled technical workers. LCCTC plays a vital role in addressing this need by preparing students and adults for in-demand careers, and the Foundation is essential in expanding access, supporting innovation, and strengthening our region’s economic stability.”

LCCTF board members serve three-year terms and act as ambassadors for the Foundation’s mission, while providing strategic guidance and fiduciary oversight.

The Foundation also extends its sincere gratitude to Richard Witwer of Direct Wire, who is concluding his service on the Board of Directors. Witwer was the original visionary behind the Foundation’s signature fly fishing fundraiser, Fly on the Run, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Since its inception, the event has raised more than $1 million in support of LCCTF students and programs. His leadership, creativity, and longstanding commitment to career and technical education have made a lasting impact on the Foundation and the community it serves.

For Immediate Release
Contact: Jennifer Baker
Executive Director
jb****@**********tc.edu
717-653-3009

The January 2026 issue of the LCCTC TechConnect is online! Click the image of the cover to view the PDF version. If you would like to save a copy of the file, right-click on the cover image and select “Save Link As.”

Inside This Issue:
LCCTF Welcomes 2026 Fly on the Run Sponsors
Dental Hygiene’s Sealant Saturday Returns for 2026 Event
SkillsUSA Chapters Shine at Districts Competition
Carpentry Technology Hunting Blinds Up for Sale
LCCTC Announces Holiday Card Winner
Awards and Recognitions for December and January
LCCTC Celebrates Holiday Season All December Long
Around the CTC
October Students of the Month
November Students of the Month
December Students of the Month

January 6, 2026

Lancaster, PA – For the past several years, the Lancaster County Career and Technology Foundation (LCCTF) has invested in curriculum enhancements, equipment and technology to support faculty innovation at the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center (LCCTC).

This year, LCCTF is excited to announce the award of $142,727.40 for several Dr. Michael K. Curley Teacher Innovation Grants. These funded projects range from new electrical construction technology to healthcare equipment, benefiting programs across multiple campuses.

“Thanks to community support through programs like Fly on the Run, EITC, and ExtraGive, we can invest in tools and technology that transform learning. These grants reflect our commitment to innovation and student success. By equipping classrooms with cutting-edge technology, we’re ensuring LCCTC students gain real-world skills that set them apart in today’s workforce,” Jennifer Baker, LCCTF Executive Director.

These awards were named in honor of Dr. Michael K. Curley, past Executive Director of the LCCTC from 2002 – 2008. Dr. Curley was instrumental in the start of the LCCTF and is a continued supporter of the mission of the LCCTF and the LCCTC.

Instructor	Program	Campus	Project Description	Approved Amount
Justin Findley	Heavy Equipment Operations and Basic Maintenance	Brownstown	Purchase of TOPCON GPS. The instructor will have the ability to have files made for the training area so that students will be able to lay out projects and complete these projects the same way they would be done in the field.	$19,997.55
Brian Myers	Electrical Construction Technology	Brownstown	Install a small, customized photovoltaic training system in the courtyard to support student learning. This modular solar array will serve as a hands-on training tool, allowing students to assemble, operate, monitor, and later disassemble the system as part of their coursework each year. This project is also funded in part from an EITC contribution from PPL.	$12,000.00
Tim Rosenberg	Computer Networking and Security	Brownstown	Cyber City 2.0 expands last year’s model city into a fully integrated cyber-physical learning environment powered by renewable energy, mobile communications, and student-fabricated infrastructure. This project will provide students with hands-on experience in manufacturing, IoT, networking, design, event production, and more.	$23,322.73
Doug Stevens	Introduction to Manufacturing	Mount Joy	Create a student-run lab where learners design and 3D print custom tools, jigs, fixtures, and prototype parts for use in automotive, welding, HVAC, robotics, or engineering programs. This gives students real-world experience in design for manufacturing, CAD, and rapid prototyping.	$20,000.00
Brian Singer	Automotive Technology AST	Willow Street	Purchase of a CAN BUS Management System to provide proper teaching of specialized vehicle computer communication systems. This trainer will enable students to understand how to properly diagnose and repair a CAN BUS system logically and systematically.	$15,000.00
Donna Maslin	Dental Hygiene	Willow Street	Funding to integrate Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), a state-of-the-art, evidence-based protocol that utilizes advanced technologies such as plaque disclosing agents and AirFlow therapy to provide personalized and minimally invasive care. This initiative aims to enhance student learning, improve patient outcomes, and elevate the standard of preventive oral healthcare education through hands-on exposure and curriculum innovation.	$15,000.00
Jessica Weinoldt	Medical Assistant	Willow Street	Integrated Diagnostic Wall Systems includes an ophthalmoscope, otoscope, Thermometer, blood pressure unit, and a specula dispenser. The requested amount is 8, each to be placed in the mock doctor’s office pods in the lab area. It introduces real-world, clinically relevant diagnostic technology into our classroom setting as a professional healthcare environment. By incorporating the Diagnostic wall system, students will gain hands-on experience with equipment that mirrors what they will encounter in medical facilities.	$12,655.40
Lindsay Feerrar	Veterinary Assistant	Willow Street	Laboratory Equipment Update. Vetscan Opticell is an AI-powered point-of-care hematology analyzer that provides advanced Complete Blood Count (CBC) analysis by using artificial intelligence for cell classification.	$15,000.00

About the LCCTF: The Lancaster County Career & Technology Foundation was established in 2003 to support the students and programs of the Lancaster County Career & Technology Center (LCCTC). The Foundation’s mission is to ensure that the LCCTC has the materials, the equipment and the funding to provide the best in career training for high school and adult students.

The LCCTF raises dollars to support:
Funding for innovative, state-of-the-art equipment, technology, supplies and materials.
Financial assistance for students for uniforms, tools, certification fees.
Scholarships for post-secondary education.
Workforce grants for LCCTC graduates to obtain the tools and materials needed to enter the workforce and begin
their career.
Provide tuition support for adult students entering Advanced Manufacturing and Transportation programs

Learn more at www.lcctf.org.

The December 2025 issue of the LCCTC TechConnect is online! Click the image of the cover to view the PDF version. If you would like to save a copy of the file, right-click on the cover image and select “Save Link As.”

Inside This Issue:
LCCTC Welcomes Families for 2025 Open Houses, Thanks Community for Continued Support Since 1971
Adult Welding Students Prep to Graduate
LCCTC Culinary Arts Honors Veterans Day
CTC Gets Spooky for Halloween
CDL Program Graduates Class B and ELDT CDL Students
Around the CTC
October Students of the Month

The November 2025 issue of the LCCTC TechConnect is online! Click the image of the cover to view the PDF version. If you would like to save a copy of the file, right-click on the cover image and select “Save Link As.”

Inside This Issue:
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