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November 5th Counselor Visit Day @ Edison
📚✨ School Counselor Visit Day at Edison Career & Technology High School ✨📚
We were thrilled to welcome school counselors to Edison for an immersive look into our Career Technical Education (CTE) programs! The day was packed with hands-on experiences, highlighting the pathways and opportunities we offer to prepare students for their future careers.
Here's a snapshot of their day:
Opening Overview: Counselors started with an introduction to Edison’s diverse CTE programs and career pathways, gaining insights into how we support our students' career readiness.
Hands-On Exploration: Breaking into groups, counselors followed a structured schedule, engaging in over an hour of hands-on activities across several of our CTE classrooms—experiencing firsthand the skills our students are developing!
Lunch Break: A well-deserved lunch break to recharge and network.
Final Program Visit: They capped off the day by visiting one last program of their choice, seeing yet another aspect of our CTE offerings.
Debrief Session: The day wrapped up in the library, where counselors shared reflections and discussed how Edison’s CTE programs can best support their students’ career journeys.
Thank you to all the counselors who joined us! We’re excited to continue working together to empower students on their pathways to success. 💼🌟
November 6th Visit to Partners + Napier
🌟 Edison Students Gain Real-World Experience at Partners + Napier! 🌟
Edison’s TV & Video Production students, led by Ms. Laura Bartow, had an incredible field trip to Rochester’s Partners + Napier, where they explored career paths in video production, branding, and advertising.
Highlights from the Day:
Hands-On Studio Experience: Students toured the agency, conducting interviews with professionals across multiple floors, learning how audio and video production skills are used in a real-world setting.
Building Career-Ready Skills: The students managed a challenging production schedule, completing 16 interviews. These recordings will be part of a new project, collaborating with Interactive Media and Music & Audio Production classes, to create career pathway videos for students from elementary to high school.
Ongoing Partnership: We’re excited to continue working with Partners + Napier. Several team members plan to join us at Edison, offering mentorship and real-world insights to support our students’ creative development. Special thanks to Jeff Gabel and his team for their ongoing commitment to Edison students!
This partnership highlights the power of experiential learning in Career & Technical Education. Thank you to all who made this impactful experience possible!
November 7th Endowment Awarded To Edison
🎉 Exciting News! Edison Selected for $5,000 Endowment from Accede Mold & Tool 🎉
We are thrilled to announce that Edison Career & Technical High School has been chosen by Accede Mold & Tool to receive a $5,000 endowment! This generous award comes from the American Mold Builders Association as part of Roger Fox’s “Mold Builder of the Year” recognition, with funding provided by Progressive Components.
This endowment reflects Roger Fox's and Accede Mold's deep dedication to investing in the future of mold making. Through this contribution, they’re ensuring students have access to valuable resources and opportunities to pursue careers in mold building. Roger and his team are committed to shaping the next generation of mold makers by dedicating time, expertise, and resources to support hands-on learning experiences. Edison alum Camille Sackett will be our primary contact for this initiative, coordinating an upcoming check presentation event. Be sure to check Accede Mold & Tool’s website and social media channels for coverage of this meaningful event!
We look forward to putting these funds to great use for our students in the mold building and manufacturing fields. Thank you to Accede Mold & Tool, Progressive Components, and the American Mold Builders Association for investing in Edison’s future!
News Media Article From American Mold Builders Association: Click Here
November 20th Women in Manufacturing
Edison High School Students Shine at Women in Manufacturing Event
This week, a group of talented young women from Edison Career & Technical High School had the opportunity to participate in the 3rd Annual Women in Manufacturing Summit, hosted by the Finger Lakes Youth Apprenticeship Program.
Held in downtown Rochester, the event brought together over 125 students from across the region to explore the exciting opportunities available in the manufacturing and technology sectors.
The summit featured powerful stories and advice from women who have built successful careers in these fields. Speakers shared their experiences, offered practical tips, and answered questions, encouraging students to consider manufacturing as a rewarding career path.
One speaker highlighted the importance of mentorship, saying, “Inspiring them through my experiences, answering their questions, sharing some of what my coworkers have learned over the years, I’m hoping we’ll be able to get them more excited about some of these fields.”
Our Edison students left feeling inspired and energized about the possibilities that manufacturing careers offer.
Thank you to the Finger Lakes Youth Apprenticeship Program for hosting such an empowering event and providing our students with this incredible learning experience.
Stay tuned for more updates as our students continue to explore and thrive in these impactful career paths!
November 22nd Educators Day
Edison Educators Explore Career Pathways in Construction!
On Friday, November 22, 2024, Edison Career and Technical High School was proudly represented at Educators Day by Mr. Clibey, our Freshman CTE Construction Teacher, Ms. Dermody, our CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drawing) Teacher, Ms. Gartrell, College & Career Counselor, and Mrs. Sacchitella, Career Tech Coordinator.
Held at the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union #13 in Rochester, this event was part of National Apprenticeship Week and offered a unique opportunity for educators and counselors to gain firsthand insight into construction career pathways.
Through panel discussions, hands-on demonstrations, and conversations with current apprentices, Mr. Clibey, Mrs. Sacchitella, Ms. Gartrell, and Ms. Dermody deepened their understanding of the skills and opportunities within the trades. Events like these empower our teachers to better guide students toward rewarding futures in construction and skilled trades.
We’re proud of their dedication to ensuring our students have access to every possible pathway for success! 👷♀️👷✨
Garden Bed Video-November2024.mp4November 25th Students Install CTE Project
Edison Students Build a Brighter Future with Garden Bed Project at Loretta Johnson Middle School
On Monday, November 25, 2024, students from Edison Career & Technology High School’s Construction Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs showcased their skills and teamwork by installing a series of custom garden beds at Loretta Johnson Middle School.
This collaborative project highlighted the incredible effort of Edison’s construction students, who worked closely with the middle school from start to finish. From brainstorming and designing the garden beds, ordering the necessary materials, to the hands-on construction, every step of the process was a joint effort among our construction classes.
The garden beds will serve multiple purposes at Loretta Johnson Middle School:
Healthy Lunch Options: They will be used to grow fruits and vegetables to support nutritious meals.
Teaching Tool: The beds will provide hands-on learning opportunities for science classes, teaching students about plant biology, sustainability, and agriculture.
This project not only demonstrated the technical expertise of Edison’s construction students but also showcased their commitment to giving back to the community.
We are incredibly proud of their hard work and the positive impact they’re making on future generations. A big thank you to everyone involved in making this project a success!
Stay tuned for more updates on Edison CTE students shaping the world around them. 🌱💪
November 25th ET News!
🚨 ET News Rundown! 🚨
In this episode of ET News, we bring you all the latest from Edison Career & Technology High School! Here's what you missed:
🦸♀️ Superpowers at Edison?
Students used their creativity to imagine a world with superpowers!
💡 Caretaker Awareness Month
November celebrates caregivers nationwide! Dedra Brazwell from Edison's Tech Nursing Office shared tips on self-care and supporting caregivers.
👕 Clothing Closet Spotlight
Miss Mach talked about the Clothing Closet's mission to help students with clothing needs and how donations make a difference.
🏈 Edison Football Stars Shine
Three Edison players – Deon Jackson, Clayton Ellon, and Maron Grimes – are headed to the Section V All-Star Game! They reflected on their football journeys and future plans.
🚛 Diesel Day Recap
Our annual Diesel Day brought recruiters and hands-on experiences to Edison. Students explored careers in manufacturing and trucking, tried out a truck simulator, and connected with companies like RTS and the US Army.
Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from ET News! 🎥
November 26th....What a great way to go into the holiday giving!
Edison Tech Student Creation For Breast Cancer
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Edison Donation To Rochester Breast Cancer Coalition
🎀 Edison Campus Unites for a Cause 💗
Today, November 26th, the Edison Campus had the honor of welcoming the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester to accept a heartfelt donation raised by our dedicated staff. This meaningful contribution was made possible through the purchase of pink ribbons, where teachers wrote messages or the names of loved ones impacted by breast cancer. Each ribbon was secured to a stunning double-heart display crafted by our talented students.
This project was a true collaborative effort across multiple CTE programs:
🔨 Welding Shop: Students sketched and brainstormed designs, crafting the double-heart shape and securing brackets for mounting.
⚙️ Machine Shop: Students produced attachment brackets and metal standoffs for assembly.
🪚 Carpentry Shop: Students cut wooden heart shapes to mount the final display.
The completed project will be part of Edison’s Breast Cancer Remembrance Display, symbolizing hope, support, and unity. This initiative brought together CTE students’ skills, staff collaboration, and the unwavering support of the Breast Cancer Coalition.
We are proud to make this a yearly tradition at Edison Campus, continuing our commitment to both craftsmanship and community care. 💕
💕 Special Thanks To This Years Edison Breast Cancer Committee: Ms. Annie Niederpruem, Ms. Amanda Gilbert, and Mr. Collins
#EdisonStrong #BreastCancerAwareness #CTEPride #CommunityImpact
🍁 A Thanksgiving Message from Edison Career & Technology High School 🦃
As we enter this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to our Edison family—students, staff, families, and community partners—who make our school a place of learning, growth, and connection.
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the importance of kindness, generosity, and togetherness. While we each may celebrate in different ways, the spirit of gratitude unites us all. We are grateful for the contributions of every individual in our school community, from the dedication of our teachers to the creativity and hard work of our students.
May this time bring peace, joy, and a renewed sense of purpose to you and your loved ones. Let’s carry the spirit of gratitude and giving into the season ahead, both in and out of the classroom.
Thank you for being part of the Edison family.
With warm regards,
The Edison Career & Technology High School Team
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