✨ Our Adult Cosmetology students ended the week on a busy (and beautiful!) note, enjoying the brand new salon completed over the summer ✨💇♀️💅
It’s stunning and we’d love for you to come see it for yourself. Book your appointment today with one of our talented student stylists by calling 580 477 2250
📍 Southwest Tech – Training tomorrow’s professionals, serving you today
It’s stunning and we’d love for you to come see it for yourself. Book your appointment today with one of our talented student stylists by calling 580 477 2250
📍 Southwest Tech – Training tomorrow’s professionals, serving you today
Southwest Tech- Hangar 33 1st update of the 25-26 session. We are off to an energetic start to what will be a great and productive year. Everyone is excited to dive into aviation and learn new things whether in the classrooms or out in the hangar or out on the ramp. Every one is excited to check out the new Beech-jet (400A) T1A aircraft that was acquired this summer. "Blue Skies and Tailwinds"
✨ Meet Your 2025 Graphic Design SkillsUSA Officers! ✨
At Southwest Tech, our SkillsUSA officers are chosen by their peers — students vote for the classmates they believe best represent their program, their values, and their future as leaders in the design industry. 🗳️✍️
Being an officer isn’t just a title — it’s a responsibility to live out the SkillsUSA Core Values every day:
🎯 Integrity – doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching.
🤝 Respect – treating others with dignity, kindness, and fairness.
💡 Responsibility – stepping up and owning your actions.
🌟 Citizenship – being a positive force in our school and community.
🚀 Service – leading by helping others grow and succeed.
These officers lead our team through competitions, community projects, and classroom initiatives. They help build a culture of creativity, professionalism, and teamwork that sets Graphic Design apart.
The AM Officers are:
President: Josh Casey
Vice President: Sam Garrison
Secretary: Jazz Culpepper
Treasurer: Eric Lopez
Reporter: Carlos Flores
The PM Officers are:
President: Covina Ward
Vice President: Lexi Rosalez
Secretary: Damian Matta
Treasurer: Verlissa Nolan
Reporter: Dennis Farmer
📸 Stay tuned for officer spotlights, behind-the-scenes moments, and a look at what it takes to lead with style and purpose.
#SkillsUSA #GraphicDesign #Leadership #CoreValues #SWTC
At Southwest Tech, our SkillsUSA officers are chosen by their peers — students vote for the classmates they believe best represent their program, their values, and their future as leaders in the design industry. 🗳️✍️
Being an officer isn’t just a title — it’s a responsibility to live out the SkillsUSA Core Values every day:
🎯 Integrity – doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching.
🤝 Respect – treating others with dignity, kindness, and fairness.
💡 Responsibility – stepping up and owning your actions.
🌟 Citizenship – being a positive force in our school and community.
🚀 Service – leading by helping others grow and succeed.
These officers lead our team through competitions, community projects, and classroom initiatives. They help build a culture of creativity, professionalism, and teamwork that sets Graphic Design apart.
The AM Officers are:
President: Josh Casey
Vice President: Sam Garrison
Secretary: Jazz Culpepper
Treasurer: Eric Lopez
Reporter: Carlos Flores
The PM Officers are:
President: Covina Ward
Vice President: Lexi Rosalez
Secretary: Damian Matta
Treasurer: Verlissa Nolan
Reporter: Dennis Farmer
📸 Stay tuned for officer spotlights, behind-the-scenes moments, and a look at what it takes to lead with style and purpose.
#SkillsUSA #GraphicDesign #Leadership #CoreValues #SWTC
Enroll today in the Quickbooks Workshop with Becca Bush. The class will be held September 23, 24, 25, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday evenings from 6:00-9:00 PM. Students will discover tools and techniques for their Quickbooks routine. Becca Bush is a super-user of Quickbooks who will work with students' individual QB needs. Tuition is $50. Enroll online at swtech.edu/enroll now. Select "Short Term Enroll". Call 580-477-2250 for assistance.
🍽️ Free Food Handler’s Class! 🍽️
The Jackson County Health Department, in partnership with Southwest Technology Center, is presenting a Food Handler’s Class that’s free & open to the public!
📅 Date: September 15
📍 Location: Southwest Technology Center
711 W Tamarack Rd, Altus, OK
🕒 Class Times:
8:30AM – Spanish
10:30AM & 1:30PM – English
Whether you’re new to food service or just need a refresher, this class offers essential training in safe food handling practices.
✅ No registration required – just show up!
📜 Participants will receive a certificate of attendance.
Come join us and learn the best practices for keeping food safe and healthy for our community!
The Jackson County Health Department, in partnership with Southwest Technology Center, is presenting a Food Handler’s Class that’s free & open to the public!
📅 Date: September 15
📍 Location: Southwest Technology Center
711 W Tamarack Rd, Altus, OK
🕒 Class Times:
8:30AM – Spanish
10:30AM & 1:30PM – English
Whether you’re new to food service or just need a refresher, this class offers essential training in safe food handling practices.
✅ No registration required – just show up!
📜 Participants will receive a certificate of attendance.
Come join us and learn the best practices for keeping food safe and healthy for our community!
🚨 Only 1 Week Left to Enroll! Become a Basic EMT at Southwest Tech!
Classes start September 3, and spots are filling fast. Don’t miss your chance to begin a career where you can save lives and make a real impact in your community.
🚑Our Basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)🚑 course provides the knowledge and hands-on skills you need to respond to medical and trauma emergencies before patients reach the hospital.
📅 Class Dates: September 3 – November 6
🕗 Monday – Thursday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Tech, 711 W Tamarack, Altus, OK
✅ Must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Act now—enrollment closes soon!
📞580.477.2250 or online at www.swtech.edu/enrollnow
Classes start September 3, and spots are filling fast. Don’t miss your chance to begin a career where you can save lives and make a real impact in your community.
🚑Our Basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)🚑 course provides the knowledge and hands-on skills you need to respond to medical and trauma emergencies before patients reach the hospital.
📅 Class Dates: September 3 – November 6
🕗 Monday – Thursday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Tech, 711 W Tamarack, Altus, OK
✅ Must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Act now—enrollment closes soon!
📞580.477.2250 or online at www.swtech.edu/enrollnow
✈️ NOW HIRING: Evening Adjunct Aviation Maintenance Instructor! ✈️
Southwest Technology Center is seeking a part-time Evening Adjunct Aviation Maintenance Instructor to join our team!
What We’re Looking For:
FAA certified A&P mechanic
Teaching experience in FAA Part 147 Aviation Maintenance program (preferred)
Strong communication skills & ability to use MS Office/Google applications
What You’ll Do:
Prepare the next generation of aviation professionals by educating adult students in developing essential knowledge, skills, and work habits.
Schedule:
Rotational evenings with other adjunct instructors
Class Time: Monday–Friday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📩 Apply today: https://www.swtech.edu/page/employment-opportunities
📧 Questions? Contact Kerry Evans at kevans@swtech.edu
Be part of a program that’s shaping Oklahoma’s aviation future!
#AviationCareers #NowHiring #SWTech #OklahomaJobs #AviationMaintenance
Southwest Technology Center is seeking a part-time Evening Adjunct Aviation Maintenance Instructor to join our team!
What We’re Looking For:
FAA certified A&P mechanic
Teaching experience in FAA Part 147 Aviation Maintenance program (preferred)
Strong communication skills & ability to use MS Office/Google applications
What You’ll Do:
Prepare the next generation of aviation professionals by educating adult students in developing essential knowledge, skills, and work habits.
Schedule:
Rotational evenings with other adjunct instructors
Class Time: Monday–Friday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📩 Apply today: https://www.swtech.edu/page/employment-opportunities
📧 Questions? Contact Kerry Evans at kevans@swtech.edu
Be part of a program that’s shaping Oklahoma’s aviation future!
#AviationCareers #NowHiring #SWTech #OklahomaJobs #AviationMaintenance
✨ Hands-On Learning in the Salon! ✨
Our talented high school cosmetology students are absolutely loving their time in the salon! 💇♀️💫 Today, they're mastering the art of wet sets and putting their skills to the test—creating beautiful, voluminous styles that are straight off the runway!
The excitement is contagious as they gain real-world experience and prepare for their future careers. 🙌💖 We can’t wait to see how these aspiring stylists will shine!
#CosmetologyStudents #FutureStylists #HandsOnLearning #WetSetSkills #SalonLife #ExcitedToLearn
2nd year Metal Fabrication students Broc Grivois and Kaden Ross are battling the heat to get the side frames up on the new addition for the welding shop.
🌟 Shining Stars at the Jackson County Fair! 🌟
Our Teacher Prep students absolutely knocked it out of the park today at Children’s Day at the Jackson County Fair! 🎡✨
Kids from all across Southwest Oklahoma and North Texas enjoyed fun games, creative activities, and nonstop smiles thanks to their hard work! 🎨🧸
And guess what?! They even took home Best Booth honors! 🏆👏 Huge thank you to Cattleman’s Bank for sponsoring and supporting the best booth contest!
We couldn’t be prouder of our future teachers for making today such a success! 💛
#SWTechProud #FutureTeachers #JacksonCountyFair #BestBooth #EatSleepTeachRepeat
👏🎉 Bell Ringer Alert! 🎉👏
Trinity Sucharski, Southwest Tech Teacher Prep student and Altus Senior, has officially set the bar high as she completed the first bell ringer of the year! 🔔✨
We hope her classmates are ready for the challenge, this one may be tough to top! 💪 Starting the year off strong! 🚀
#SWTech #TeacherPrep #BellRinger #OklahomasWorkforceLeader
🔥 Ready to Spark Your Future? 🔥
Looking for a hands-on skill that opens doors to high-demand careers?
Join our Basic Welding Course and gain the confidence to build, create, and repair with precision.
✨ What you’ll get:
✅ Practical, hands-on training
✅ Industry-relevant techniques
✅ Certificate of Completion to boost your resume
📅 Limited seats available – enroll today and take the first step toward your new career path!
👉 Enroll at https://www.careertechweb.org/swtc
#WeldingCourse #LearnWelding #HandsOnSkills
Looking for a hands-on skill that opens doors to high-demand careers?
Join our Basic Welding Course and gain the confidence to build, create, and repair with precision.
✨ What you’ll get:
✅ Practical, hands-on training
✅ Industry-relevant techniques
✅ Certificate of Completion to boost your resume
📅 Limited seats available – enroll today and take the first step toward your new career path!
👉 Enroll at https://www.careertechweb.org/swtc
#WeldingCourse #LearnWelding #HandsOnSkills
🍦✨ A sweet start to the school year! ✨🍦
A big THANK YOU to the Southwest Tech Board of Education for treating our faculty and staff to a fun Welcome Back Ice Cream Social! 💙
We felt so appreciated and encouraged! What an inspiring way to kick off the school year together. Here’s to making it the best one yet! 🙌🎉
#SWTech #IceCreamSocial #TeamSWTC #BackToSchool
A big THANK YOU to the Southwest Tech Board of Education for treating our faculty and staff to a fun Welcome Back Ice Cream Social! 💙
We felt so appreciated and encouraged! What an inspiring way to kick off the school year together. Here’s to making it the best one yet! 🙌🎉
#SWTech #IceCreamSocial #TeamSWTC #BackToSchool
Big shoutout to our Southwest Tech PN students and instructors Blaine Jumper & Candice McPherson for working with the amazing AJHS staff during training today!
🎉 100% NCLEX-PN Pass Rate! 🎉 Southwest Tech is proud to announce the Practical Nursing Class of 2025 has a 100% NCLEX-PN pass rate and now are officially Licensed Practical Nurses. This outstanding accomplishment reflects the dedication and hard work of our students, and the unwavering support of our incredible team: • Coordinator Tyler Tims • Instructor Blaine Jumper • Instructor Candice McPherson Together, they have guided, challenged, and inspired our graduates to reach this milestone. Congratulations to the Class of 2025—you’ve set the bar high and made Southwest Tech proud. We cannot wait to see the impact you’ll make in the nursing profession and in the lives of the patients you serve. Southwest Tech Practical Nursing: Preparing competent, compassionate nurses for tomorrow.
🌮🎉 IT'S FOOD TRUCK DAY! 🎉🌮
SWTC is hosting a community-wide Food Truck Day TODAY - Tuesday, August 19, 2025, from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM! 🚚✨
📍 Southwest Technology Center Parking Lot
📍 711 W. Tamarack Rd., Altus, OK
Come hungry and enjoy delicious eats from local favorites:
🍴 Ay Chihuahua Street Tacos y Mas
🐟 Hooked on Fish & Giga’s
🍗 Sharon’s Good Eats
🍩 Sparklin D’Lites
🍚 Surf Bar – One Bowl at a Time
🎈Open to the public – bring your appetite and your friends!
🎉🚚 Food, Fun & Community! 🚚🎉
Join us tomorrow, August 19th for Food Truck Day at Southwest Tech!
📍 SWTC Parking Lot 711 W. Tamarack Rd., Altus
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
We’ve got a lineup of amazing vendors ready to serve you:
🌮 Ay Chihuahua Street Tacos y Mas
🐟 Hooked on Fish & Giga’s
🍔 Sharon’s Good Eats
🍭 Sparklin D’Lites
🥗 Surf Bar-One Bowl at a Time
Bring your friends, family, and appetite. There’s something for everyone! 😋✨
📲 Share this with your crew and come hungry!
Join us tomorrow, August 19th for Food Truck Day at Southwest Tech!
📍 SWTC Parking Lot 711 W. Tamarack Rd., Altus
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
We’ve got a lineup of amazing vendors ready to serve you:
🌮 Ay Chihuahua Street Tacos y Mas
🐟 Hooked on Fish & Giga’s
🍔 Sharon’s Good Eats
🍭 Sparklin D’Lites
🥗 Surf Bar-One Bowl at a Time
Bring your friends, family, and appetite. There’s something for everyone! 😋✨
📲 Share this with your crew and come hungry!
🎉 NOW ENROLLING: CNA Class Starts October 1st! 🩺✨
Ready to start a career where you make a difference every day? Our Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) class is enrolling now — and spots are filling fast!
🗓️ Start Date: October 1st
📍 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📚 Hands-on Training | Real-World Skills | Job-Ready in Weeks
Whether you're just starting out or changing careers, this is your chance to step into the growing healthcare field with confidence and compassion. 💙
✅ No experience needed
✅ Certification in just a few weeks
✅ High-demand career path
Enroll today at https://www.careertechweb.org/swtc
#CNAClass #HealthcareHeroes #CareerTraining #SouthwestTech
Ready to start a career where you make a difference every day? Our Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) class is enrolling now — and spots are filling fast!
🗓️ Start Date: October 1st
📍 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📚 Hands-on Training | Real-World Skills | Job-Ready in Weeks
Whether you're just starting out or changing careers, this is your chance to step into the growing healthcare field with confidence and compassion. 💙
✅ No experience needed
✅ Certification in just a few weeks
✅ High-demand career path
Enroll today at https://www.careertechweb.org/swtc
#CNAClass #HealthcareHeroes #CareerTraining #SouthwestTech
Southwest Tech students hit the ground running! The first few days of school are in full swing, and our students are already diving straight into hands-on training…. building skills, mastering tools, and preparing for high-demand careers. 💼 Oklahoma’s Workforce Leader…. providing real-world training that leads directly to opportunity. 📚 Training for Careers. Changing Lives. #SWTech #HandsOnTraining #OklahomasWorkforceLeader #CareerReady #OklahomaCareerTech
Metal Fabrication 2nd year student Broc Gravois cutting tubing to prepare to start running c purlins to frame in the new addition to the welding facility.
