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EPHRATA, PA (October 23, 2026) – Lancaster County Career & Technology Center (LCCTC) is proud to announce the
approval of a $491,100 grant to support its Heavy Equipment Operations & Basic Maintenance Program at the
Brownstown Campus. The funding will enhance technical education, expand industry-recognized credential opportunities, and create stronger pathways from high school to apprenticeship and employment.

The grant will support several significant investments, including:
– Modern Training Equipment: Purchase of a heavy equipment simulator, backhoe, and CDL dump truck to provide realistic, hands-on training.
– CDL Training Opportunities: Full tuition coverage for eligible graduates of LCCTC’s Heavy Equipment Operations and
– Diesel Equipment Technology programs pursuing their Commercial Driver’s License.
– Registered Apprenticeship Support: Tuition assistance for ABC Keystone Heavy Equipment Apprentices, strengthening the connection between education and employment.
– Expanded Curriculum: Additional training resources in surveying, grading, site preparation, equipment operation, and
construction safety.

“By combining modern equipment, industry certifications, CDL training, and registered apprenticeship opportunities, we are preparing students with the skills and credentials employers need while removing financial barriers to career advancement” said Michael Moeller, Assistant Administrative Director.

LCCTC anticipates approximately 20 graduates annually from its secondary Heavy Equipment Operations program. The
expansion will also benefit Diesel Equipment Technology graduates and post-secondary apprentices pursuing CDL
licensing. The initiative builds upon LCCTC’s existing partnership with ABC Keystone’s Heavy Equipment Operator
Apprenticeship. Funds will be available to support employers with apprenticeship costs.

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About the LCCTC
The Lancaster County Career & Technology Center (LCCTC) is a full-service career and technical school dedicated to preparing high school students and adults for careers in the new economy. Lancaster County CTC is best among its class and strives to meet the highest standards of quality instruction. For more information regarding our mission, programs, or initiatives, please visit lancasterctc.edu.

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The July 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.”

Inside This Issue:
Adult Welding Cohort Completes Studies, Earns Both Certificates and Awards
FFA Chapter Reps Return Home From 2026 PA FFA State Competition
High School Manufacturing, Visual Communications Instructors Welcome Rising High Schoolers for Annual Summer Camp
Student Celebrations
Around the CTC

The June 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.”

Inside This Issue:
LCCTC High School Seniors Awarded Over $80,000 in Scholarships and Awards at End-of-Year Ceremonies
SkillsUSA National Competitors Return as Gold Medalists, 13th Place Finisher
Adult Welding Technology Programs Graduate 11 in Summer Ceremony
Student Celebrations
Around the CTC

The May 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.”

Inside This Issue:
LCCTC Confers 33 AST Degrees During 2026 Adult Education Commencement Ceremony
LCCTF Runs Successful 20th Annual Fly on the Run Fundraiser
All LCCTC High School Campuses Induct New NTHS Members
Black Hawk Helicopter Lands at Protective Services
Spring 2026 Volume of TechTalk Literary Magazine Now Available
Student Celebrations (including April Students of the Month)
National Days and Weeks of Recognition
Around the CTC

May 13, 2026

Willow Street, PA – “Knowledge is power,” said keynote speaker and former LCCTC administrator Mr. Michael Katch at our 2026 Commencement Ceremony. 33 Adult Education students graduated from our Automotive Technology, Dental Hygiene, and Veterinary Technology programs last night! Soon, they will empower our local workforce with the knowledge they’ve gained through their Associate of Specialized Technology degrees. ConGRADulations!

Ms. Jennifer Baker, executive director of the Lancaster County Career and Technology Foundation, was also in attendance to grant a record number of scholarships, workforce grants, and healthcare awards! Additional congratulations are in order for the awardees listed below.

Workforce Grants ($750 each; for tools, uniforms, and certifications)
Samickchna Baral, Dental Hygiene
Kayla Campagna, Dental Hygiene
Amelia Chambers, Veterinary Technology
Thomas Daily, Dental Hygiene
Taylor Dodson, Veterinary Technology
Emily Frey, Dental Hygiene
Kacie McClellan, Dental Hygiene
Saskia Meulenberg, Dental Hygiene
Jessica Metias, Dental Hygiene
Jared Pham, Dental Hygiene
Angelique Rivera, Veterinary Technology
Peyton Schellhammer, Veterinary Technology
Kali Schreffler, Dental Hygiene
Julianne Snopkowski, Dental Hygiene
Angelina Sweigart, Dental Hygiene
Hailey Weaver, Dental Hygiene
Claudia Yingling, Dental Hygiene
Grace Young, Veterinary Technology

Tony and Ginny Gillespie Legacy Grants ($250 each; for tools, uniforms, and certifications)
Kayla Campagna, Dental Hygiene
Taylor Dodson, Veterinary Technology
Jessica Metias, Dental Hygiene
Grace Young, Veterinary Technology

Thank you to the Lancaster Country Club for welcoming our graduates and their families. A special thank you to our additional speakers, Dr. Scott Long (executive director, LCCTC) and Ms. Julianne Snopkowski (graduating Dental Hygiene student, LCCTC).

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

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