🎉 The Corner is BACK! 🎉
We’re open and ready to serve you fresh snacks & drinks!
🗓 Open Monday–Thursday
📍 Serving in the Break Room: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
🚪 Always open inside the classroom
✨ Don’t forget… $2 Drink Tuesdays! ✨
Come see us & grab your favorites this week!
The Graphic Design program has kicked off two exciting initiatives this year: a monthly tradition called Work It Wednesday and a refreshed curriculum titled Yes I’m A Designer.
On the first Wednesday of each month, students arrive to class dressed in professional attire, swapping their everyday outfits for business-ready looks. The goal is to help students practice professionalism while building confidence for their future careers.
Alongside the new tradition, the Yes I’m A Designer curriculum is reshaping the way students learn graphic design. The updated program places a stronger focus on real-world projects, portfolio development, and industry skills, ensuring students leave the classroom ready to take on professional opportunities.
The combination of Work It Wednesday and the new curriculum highlights the program’s commitment to preparing students not only as creative thinkers, but as polished professionals.
A Quickbooks Workshop will be held at Southwest Tech on Septemer 23, 24, and 25 (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) from 6:00-9:00 PM. This will be a hands-on class for users to discover more tools and to increase their knowledge for their daily operations. The class is for all levels of QB users. Becca Bush is the instructor. The tuition is $50. Enroll online at www.swtech.edu/page/enroll-now or in person at Southwest Tech, 711 West Tamarack. Future classes will be offered as students progress. Give us a call at 580-477-2250.
✨ Cosmetology Class in Action! ✨
Our high school cosmetology students are getting hands-on with their learning in the most creative way! Today, we explored Skin Structure & Growth through a fun food building project. 🍰
Each layer represents the different parts of the skin—epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis—giving students a visual and interactive way to understand how our skin works. 🧑🔬💡
Not only are they gaining valuable knowledge, but they're also having a blast while doing it! 🌟
#CosmetologyClass #SkinStructure #HandsOnLearning #FutureBeautyPros #CosmetologyStudents #SkinCareScience #BeautyEducation
💡 From welding sparks to mastering multimeter safety, our trade students are building real-world skills that make them Oklahoma’s workforce leaders. 🔧⚡️
#SWTech #WorkforceLeaders #HandsOnLearning
📢 Volunteers Needed! 🩸
Our Phlebotomy students are looking for volunteers to help them gain hands-on experience with blood draws under professional supervision.
✅ Safe and supervised environment
✅ Great way to support future healthcare professionals
✅ Quick and simple process
If you’re interested in helping out, please comment below or call us today at 580-477-2250.
Thank you for supporting our students on their journey to becoming skilled healthcare providers! 🙌
Our Phlebotomy students are looking for volunteers to help them gain hands-on experience with blood draws under professional supervision.
✅ Safe and supervised environment
✅ Great way to support future healthcare professionals
✅ Quick and simple process
If you’re interested in helping out, please comment below or call us today at 580-477-2250.
Thank you for supporting our students on their journey to becoming skilled healthcare providers! 🙌
🚑 CPR CLASS: Basic Life Support (BLS) 🚑
Southwest Tech is offering a BLS CPR course for healthcare providers and professional rescuers! 💉🩺
📌 Details:
✔️ Learn one- and two-rescuer CPR for adults & infants
✔️ Includes team dynamics, mask devices, and AED skills
✔️ Must pass written & skills tests for certification
✔️ Certification valid for 2 years (AHA approved)
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 23rd
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Tech, 711 W Tamarack, Altus, OK
💲 Cost: $45
👉 Enroll online today: www.careertechweb.org/swtc
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain life-saving skills and certification! ❤️
#CPR #BLS #SouthwestTech #AltusOK #CommunityLifeSkills
Southwest Tech is offering a BLS CPR course for healthcare providers and professional rescuers! 💉🩺
📌 Details:
✔️ Learn one- and two-rescuer CPR for adults & infants
✔️ Includes team dynamics, mask devices, and AED skills
✔️ Must pass written & skills tests for certification
✔️ Certification valid for 2 years (AHA approved)
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 23rd
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Tech, 711 W Tamarack, Altus, OK
💲 Cost: $45
👉 Enroll online today: www.careertechweb.org/swtc
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain life-saving skills and certification! ❤️
#CPR #BLS #SouthwestTech #AltusOK #CommunityLifeSkills
Minimum Bid Price REDUCED! $10,000
Southwest Tech Tiny House for Bid
12' x 24' Student-Built Tiny Home
Minimum bid $10,000
Bids close September 30, 2025
Description:
Looking for a cozy, move-in-ready retreat or a stylish backyard addition? This beautifully crafted 12’ x 24’ tiny home offers all the essentials in a compact, charming package. Built as part of a student-led curriculum project, this home combines smart design with quality craftsmanship—ready to make its mark wherever it lands!
Features include:
200-amp electric panel
Fully equipped plumbing & electrical, including electric water heater
Ceiling fan for added comfort
Open-concept living/kitchen area
One bedroom, walk-in shower
Space for a refrigerator
Laminate wood floors & Formica countertops
Custom cabinetry throughout
For complete information or to obtain and submit bid forms contact:
Southwest Technology Center
Attn: Ericka Wiginton, COO
711 W. Tamarack Road, Altus, OK 73521
email to: ewiginton@swtech.edu
or call: 580-477-2250
Southwest Tech Tiny House for Bid
12' x 24' Student-Built Tiny Home
Minimum bid $10,000
Bids close September 30, 2025
Description:
Looking for a cozy, move-in-ready retreat or a stylish backyard addition? This beautifully crafted 12’ x 24’ tiny home offers all the essentials in a compact, charming package. Built as part of a student-led curriculum project, this home combines smart design with quality craftsmanship—ready to make its mark wherever it lands!
Features include:
200-amp electric panel
Fully equipped plumbing & electrical, including electric water heater
Ceiling fan for added comfort
Open-concept living/kitchen area
One bedroom, walk-in shower
Space for a refrigerator
Laminate wood floors & Formica countertops
Custom cabinetry throughout
For complete information or to obtain and submit bid forms contact:
Southwest Technology Center
Attn: Ericka Wiginton, COO
711 W. Tamarack Road, Altus, OK 73521
email to: ewiginton@swtech.edu
or call: 580-477-2250
🖍️✨ MARK YOUR CALENDARS! ✨🖍️
Want to turn simple markers into WOW art? 🤩 Our next art class is starting September 22!
Join us for a Marker Art Workshop with the talented Michael Snyder! 🖌️
Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to sharpen your skills, this class is perfect for exploring the vibrant world of marker art. 🌈
📅 September 22–25
🕕 6–8 PM
📍 Southwest Technology Center
💲 $35
👥 Open to anyone 16 & older
👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer or email shortgrass2021@gmail.com
to register! Don’t wait—spots will fill up fast!
🖍️ Come create, learn, and have fun with us—your masterpiece is waiting!
Want to turn simple markers into WOW art? 🤩 Our next art class is starting September 22!
Join us for a Marker Art Workshop with the talented Michael Snyder! 🖌️
Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to sharpen your skills, this class is perfect for exploring the vibrant world of marker art. 🌈
📅 September 22–25
🕕 6–8 PM
📍 Southwest Technology Center
💲 $35
👥 Open to anyone 16 & older
👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer or email shortgrass2021@gmail.com
to register! Don’t wait—spots will fill up fast!
🖍️ Come create, learn, and have fun with us—your masterpiece is waiting!
✨ 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
