Students at Southwest Tech got a hands-on lesson in one of aviation’s most important safety systems this week as Aviation Maintenance Technology instructor Larry Grimes led a class on aircraft ice and rain control systems.

The session focused on the use and maintenance of pneumatic de-icer boots—flexible rubber coverings installed on aircraft wings and tail surfaces that expand and contract to break away accumulated ice during flight. Icing is a major hazard in aviation, adding weight and disrupting the smooth flow of air over the wings. For aircraft mechanics, understanding how to properly inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot these systems is a vital skill.

15 days ago, Jacob Williams
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✨Meet the 2025-2026 BCT BPA PM Officers! ✨💻 We're excited to introduce this year's Business Professionals of America chapter leaders! 👩‍💻President: Morgan Ramirez 👩‍💻Vice President: Vanessa Ortiz-Piña 📝Secretary: Abby Evans 💰Treasurer Trinity Carter 📸Reporter: Margarita López ⚖️Parliamentarian: Sara Whatcott
16 days ago, Margarita Lopez Ajualip
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📣✨ Meet Our 2025–2026 HOSA PM Biomedical Officers! ✨📣 We’re excited to introduce this year’s leadership team for the Pre-Medicine Biomedical Program: 👩‍⚕️ President: Jazmine Catalfu 👨‍⚕️ Vice President: Alexander Ellis 📝 Secretary: Emely Gutierrez 💰 Treasurer: Yessina Gutierrez 📸 Reporter: Kenny Moran These officers are dedicated to leading our chapter with passion, teamwork, and excellence as we strive to achieve great things this year in HOSA! 💙🤍 Stay tuned for updates, events, and opportunities — it’s going to be an amazing year! 🚑🔬🩺 #HOSA #FutureHealthProfessionals #Leadership #BiomedicalProgram
16 days ago, Jazmine Catalfu
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In construction students are starting our toolbox project, turning raw lumber into something useful they will actually get to keep and use. They will measure, cut, and assemble each piece, putting our skills with saws, hammers, and drills to the test. By the end, they practice accuracy and craftsmanship—students have a tough, handmade toolbox to carry our gear, built by our own hands. 🙂‍↕️

16 days ago, Frankie Robinson
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🎲✨ Roll for Initiative, Adventurers! ✨🎲
The Mayor’s daughter is missing. Red eyes flicker in the dark woods. A mysterious fog swallows the valley whole… 🌫️👀
Do you have what it takes to rise as a hero? ⚔️🛡️

Join us for a 2-night beginner’s adventure into Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition — the world’s greatest roleplaying game!

🔥 When & Where
📅 October 28 & 30 (Tuesday & Thursday)
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Southwest Technology Center
💰 Just $35 per adventurer

✅ All supplies provided. No experience needed. Just bring your imagination!

Don’t miss your chance to embark on an unforgettable quest with new friends. Spots are limited, so gather your party and…
👉 ENROLL NOW! Call 📞 580-477-2250 or visit 🌐 www.swtech.edu

✨ Your adventure begins here. Will you answer the call?
#Dungeons&Dragons #RollForInitiative #SWTechAdventures
16 days ago, Jason Carter
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🎉✂️ Big Congratulations to Kinlee Tutten finishing her Cosmetology hours this week! 💇‍♀️💅 Your hard work, late nights, practice hours, and endless mannequin heads have officially paid off. 🌟

This is just the beginning of a beautiful journey in the beauty industry—where passion meets creativity. Here’s to fresh starts, dream clients, and turning talent into a career! 💖
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🚧🔨 The Construction class is back at it again! Our second-year students are already making major progress — this deer blind is nearly complete! 👏👌 Hard work and skills in action!

#SouthwestTech #ConstructionTrades #HandsOnLearning

16 days ago, Robbie Clark
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🎉 Congratulations to Olivia Williams, Teacher Prep student at Southwest Tech, for being named Altus High School Athlete of the Week! 🏆

We are so proud of Olivia and excited to celebrate her achievement. This marks 4 out of the last 5 weeks that Southwest Tech students have earned Athlete of the Week honors—what an amazing streak! 💙💛

Keep shining, Olivia! 🌟 #AthleteOfTheWeek #SouthwestTechProud #AltusBulldogs

16 days ago, Clara Belanger
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🏍️💨 Ready to hit the road with confidence?
Don’t miss the FINAL Motorcycle Basic Safety Rider Course of 2025! Learn the skills every rider needs to ride smart, safe, and strong!

✅ Hands-on training with expert instructors
✅ Essential riding techniques & traffic rules
✅ Practice in a controlled, safe environment

📅 November 1 & 2 (Sat & Sun)
🕢 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 711 W Tamarack, Altus, OK
💲 $185 Enrollment Fee

⚡ This is the last class of the year—secure your spot today and ride into the new year with confidence! 🚦✨

👉 Call 580.477.2250 or stop by our campus to ENROLL TODAY!
#RideSafe #MotorcycleLife #ThrillWithSkill
16 days ago, Jason Carter
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🚁💧 A retired Blackhawk, now owned and operated by Trans Aero, is taking on a new mission as a firefighting aircraft! While stopping in for fuel, pilots Tighe and Jeri, along with crew chief Tyler, took time to meet with nearby Airframe & Powerplant students. They shared what it’s like to operate this incredible machine in its new role—protecting communities from wildfires—and gave students an inside look at the teamwork it takes to keep an aircraft like this mission-ready. Moments like these show how aviation brings people together: experienced crews passing down real-world knowledge to the next generation of aircraft technicians. #Aviation #Blackhawk #TransAero #Firefighting #NextGenAviation #STEM
16 days ago, Noah Bridgman
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💅🏼✨"Nailed It" Challenge ✨💅🏼 Our high school 2nd year cosmetology students put their creativity to the test! Each student was given a random nail design sketched by a peer and had to bring it to life on the nail table. From abstract doodles to wild masterpieces, they gave it their best shot and the results did not disappoint. 😍 So much talent and teamwork! Way to future nail artists! 💕
17 days ago, Shelby Broaddus
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🔬🧪 Lab coats on, ready for business, introducing your BIOMED AM HOSA Officers! Clara Belanger • President Jolie Pantoja • Vice President Charlie Berry • Reporter Tin Ho • Secretary Hayden Sikora & Rilee Strange • Treasurers Watch out 2025-2026 we’re just getting started. 🔬✨
17 days ago, Clara Belanger
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💆🏼‍♀️Perm Relay Time 💆🏽‍♂️ Today our cosmetology students teamed up for a Perm Relay — racing through the steps of a state board perm to keep their skills sharp and confidence high! ✨ From sectioning to wrapping to applying solution, they worked together, had fun, and practiced like pros. 🏆✂️ These future stylists are not just preparing for state board — they’re building teamwork, speed, and precision. Way to go, team! 👏💖 #CosmetologyStudents #PermRelay #StateBoardPrep #FutureStylists #HandsOnLearning
17 days ago, Shelby Broaddus
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Give it up for 2 more Southwest Tech Mangum Players of the Week Award; Metal Fab- Shane Lee and Auto-Trey Williams. They have been a force to reckon with on defense for the opposing team. Congratulations Shane and Trey on another outstanding game.

18 days ago, Monte Brown
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🎨✨ Creative Minds in Action at SWTech! ✨🎨
Our talented graphic design students just wrapped up their presentations, showcasing the incredible work they've been putting in! 💡📚 Each project tells a unique story. 🌟 We couldn't be more proud of their creativity and hard work!
Join us in celebrating the next generation of graphic designers! 🎉🙌
#SWTechDesign #GraphicDesign #StudentShowcase #FutureDesigners #CreativeGenius #DesignInspiration #ArtAndDesign
19 days ago, Janine MacSporran
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✨ Student Spotlight ✨
Our Graphic Design student, Covina Ward, took on a real-world project—designing a banner for her parents’ church 🙌

From concept ➡️ design ➡️ final print, Covina handled the process start to finish. She got a taste of what it’s like to work with clients and bring their vision to life 👩‍🎨🖌️

So proud of her hard work and professionalism! 💡👏
22 days ago, Janine MacSporran
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👨‍🔧 This afternoon in Auto class, Larry stepped up to demonstrate how to properly patch a tire for his classmates. Hands-on learning moments like this not only build skills but also give students the chance to share their knowledge with one another. Great job, Larry! 👏
22 days ago, Southwest Tech
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✈️ This week in Mr. Schroyer’s Aviation Maintenance class, students have been hard at work on the cockpit simulator for the Cessna 414 aircraft. Their focus has been on setting up and configuring the various systems to mirror real-world controls and instruments. From flight instruments and throttle controls to navigation systems and other key components, the simulator is being designed to provide a hands-on, realistic training experience.

The ultimate goal is to have the simulator fully functional, giving students the opportunity to practice and deepen their understanding of aircraft systems and flight procedures. It’s been both a challenging and rewarding process that’s helping prepare them for future success in aviation. 🚀

22 days ago, Stevanie Jimenez
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Mr. Schroyer’s general aviation, flight simulation
Mr. Schroyer’s general aviation, flight simulation
Mr. Schroyer’s general aviation, flight simulation
🔧 Our Automotive students wrapped up the week by breaking down engines and getting hands-on with real-world skills! 💪 From taking parts apart to learning how everything works together, they’re building knowledge that drives their future forward. 🚗✨ #SouthwestTech #Automotive #HandsOnLearning #FutureTechnicians
22 days ago, Jill Lazenby
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✈️ Big thanks to the Elks Academy with Elk City Public Schools for visiting our Aviation Maintenance program today! Students got a hands-on look at aviation opportunities after high school and learned about the high demand for A&P mechanics. 👩‍🔧👨‍🔧
22 days ago, Southwest Tech
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