WRVC Applications are Still Open!
We are still accepting applications for next year– what are you waiting for? Your future starts now…
Taylor Dastoli-March Mason Student of the Month
Name: Taylor Dastoli Class of: 2022 Town: Parsonsfield Parent(s): Joseph and Bethany Dastoli Siblings: Jake Hobbies: Cheer, Track, Backstage for school Plays What program are you in at the Vocational Center? Law Enforcement What do you like most about your program? I like how everyday is something new. I also like how straight-forward Mr. McDermott…
Reverse Engineering
Our Drafting & Engineering Technology program has burst forth onto the global stage with a project from Havelte, Netherlands. The project includes the reverse engineering of a set of brake drums for a very rare 1903 Cleveland Motor Company roadster, as well as shop drawings and development of 3D printed foundry patterns. Founded in 1903,…
Culinary Artists At Work
Culinary Arts is cranking out some truly delightful dishes this semester! Today we were treated to homemade pizzas from Tech I– the delicious smell of garlicky, cheesy pizzas wafting down the halls was almost too much to bear. During Tech II we were presented with an amazing array of hors d’oeuvres, including brie en croute,…
PBS NewsHour: Work Shift (Part Two)
From PBS News Hour: There’s a shortage of skilled tradespeople throughout the American economy, and it is a persistent problem that started well before the pandemic. But what’s behind that gap and what can be done? Paul Solman reports for our series, “Work Shift”, which focuses on navigating the job market in a post-COVID economy.
PBS Newshour: Work Shift
From PBS News Hour: Jobless claims were high again this past week with more than 860,000 people filing for unemployment benefits for the first time. Millions of people are still looking for work, but some employers say they can’t find enough skilled workers for certain jobs. That is due in part, they say, because…
February Vacation Travel Information
School vacation starts tomorrow! Students who are traveling outside of Maine, New Hampshire, or Vermont, during the break must immediately contact a school nurse to notify us of your plans. People traveling will be required to quarantine for 10 days upon returning to Maine or get tested fo COVID-19 upon returning and provide proof of…
Quarter 2 Newsletter
WRVC NEWS Q2 edition
Libby Blais-February Mason Student of the Month
Congratulations to Libby Blais, a junior in the Law Enforcement program at the Lake Region Vocational Center, for receiving honors as the Mason’s Student of the Month for February. Libby is known for her friendly smile and positive attitude, as well as for being focused and mature. She is a squad leader in the program…
Outdoor Class
OUTDOOR CLASS: Natural Resources and Plant Sciences students spent a recent afternoon exploring a White Pine plantation adjacent to the school with a possible connection to the Presque Isle FFA Chapter.