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They’re headed to STATE! Join us in cheering on our partner school Navajo and Southwest Tech students Kanin McDowell (Construction), Kace Angelly (Welding), and Dawsen Bradham (Biomed) as they hit the road to the BASEBALL STATE TOURNAMENT this Thursday! These multi-talented student-athletes are crushing it in the classroom and on the field. Let’s go, Navajo! Bring home that win!

🪚✨ Unleash Your Inner Maker – Only 2 Weeks Left to Enroll! ✨🪚 Ready to trade your screen time for sawdust and satisfaction? Join our Hands-On Woodworking Class and bring home more than just memories – build your very own custom floating shelf, birdhouse, or bird feeder from scratch! 🔨🐦🪵 ✅ All wood & materials provided ✅ BYO stain or paint for a personalized finish ✅ No experience needed – just curiosity and a sense of adventure! ⏳ Spots are limited & enrollment closes in 2 weeks – don't miss your shot! #WoodworkingSkills #CustomProject #DIY

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! We’re sending a HUGE shoutout to our incredible teachers who go above and beyond every day to educate, inspire, and support our students. Your impact is felt far beyond the classroom, and we are so thankful for each of you! And a big thank you to Sonic for helping us celebrate by providing complimentary drinks to our staff—your support is the cherry on top of a great week! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #SWTCproud #SonicLovesTeachers

🚨 LAST CALL! 🚨 Hey parents! Got a 6th-8th grader with a big heart and a growing sense of responsibility? 🧠❤️ Our Safe Sitter® class is THIS SATURDAY, May 10th — and spots are almost gone! This fun, hands-on class teaches essential babysitting skills, safety, and life-saving tips — everything your student needs to feel confident and capable. 💪👶📞 🗓️ Date: Saturday, May 10th 📍 For students in 6th–8th grade 🎓 They’ll leave smarter, safer, and ready for anything! 📲 Don’t miss out — sign up today before it’s too late! #SafeSitter #LastCall #TeenLifeSkills #BabysittingBoss #ConfidenceBuilder

Our amazing Teacher Prep students brought the fun to the All-Star Olympics this week! From face painting masterpieces 🎨 to colorful creativity at the coloring table 🖍️ — and so much more — they were all smiles and high fives ✋ Shoutout to these future educators for spreading joy and making memories! Kind hearts ❤️, creative hands ✋, and lots of glitter ✨

Happy Principal’s Day to our amazing Principal & COO, Ericka Wiginton! Your leadership, dedication, and heart for students and staff make Southwest Tech a truly special place. We appreciate you!

🩸💥 Ready to Change Your Life in Just a Few Weeks? 💥🩸 📅 Phlebotomy Class Starts May 20! 🕕 Evenings: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 🚀 Join our Phlebotomy Training Program and start your journey toward a rewarding, hands-on career helping others — and making a difference daily. 🔹 No medical experience? No problem. 🔹 Certified instructor. 🔹 Real-world skills you can use immediately. 🔹 Seats are LIMITED — and they go FAST! 💉 Blood draws, lab procedures, and patient care — you’ll learn it all. 💥 Don’t wait — your future in healthcare starts NOW. #PhlebotomyTraining #HealthcareCareers #EveningClasses #StartSomethingNew

Spotlight on Hangar 33 at Southwest Tech! This week’s highlight features an exciting hands-on experience as students participated in taxiing a Medivac helicopter for landing and observing a live hot refuel at KAXS Regional Airport. Under the steady guidance of Mr. Grimes, our Airframe Instructor, one particularly nervous student faced the challenge head-on—gaining both confidence and composure during this high-pressure, real-world operation. Just another day of turning training into readiness at Southwest Tech! Blue Skies and Tailwinds

Our future teachers know how to BRING the fun! This weekend, our incredible Teacher Prep students volunteered at the AECC Kids Carnival — running games 👾, spreading smiles 😊, and making magical memories! Thank you for showing your passion, energy, and heart for education👩‍🏫

Our Business Development Center💼 was SOOO excited to see Entrepreneurship student Isaiah dressed-to-impress on Professional Dress day!!💥 Thank you to The Corner for always delivering hot and fresh coffee☕ to our team!! #SouthwestTech #Entrepreneurship #ProfessionalDress

Let’s give a round of applause to Jazz Sidoi for being crowned Senior Prom King at the Altus High School prom this past weekend! Jazz is not only royalty now, but also a dedicated Biomedical Science student and a Southwest Tech Student Ambassador. Way to represent with class and style, Jazz — we’re proud of you!

🎉 Calling all future babysitting pros! 🍼👶 Hey 6th–8th graders! Want to learn how to be the best babysitter on the block? Join us for Safe Sitter® on May 10th! You'll learn life-saving skills, how to handle emergencies, and how to keep kids safe and entertained — all while having fun! 🎈 📅 Date: May 10th ⏰ Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM 👥 Grades: 6th–8th 💻 Sign up now: www.swtech.edu Spots fill fast, so grab yours before they're gone! 🏃‍♂️💨 #SafeSitter #BabysittingBoss #SWTechReady

Our local high school student gave us a visit for some special effects makeup for a prom drunk driving awareness event.Unleashing our inner artists with special effects makeup! ✨ From gruesome to glamorous, we're transforming faces and defying reality. Watch out, world, the Cosmo students are here to slay! 💄 #SFXMakeup #CosmoStudents #MakeupMagic #SpecialEffects #CreativeTransformation

Teacher Prep students had an incredible time at Cameron University's Spring Campus Visit. They participated in hands-on and insightful workshops, inspiring their passion to teach. Workshop highlights included The Art of Effective Questioning, College Bound: Preparing with Purpose, and Ability in Disability: Let's Paint a Picture. They capped off the day with a tour of the campus.

🪵✨ Ready to Unleash Your Inner Carpenter? 🔨👓 Join us for an unforgettable Woodworking Class where creativity meets craftsmanship! Whether you're a total beginner or just love the smell of fresh-cut lumber, this class is your perfect chance to build something with your own two hands. 🙌 We’ve got you covered with: ✅ Quality lumber ✅ Screws, nails & sandpaper ✅ Safety glasses ✅ Expert guidance ✅ And YES—you’ll walk away with a custom project you made yourself! Class starts May 20th, from 6:00PM - 8:00PM! Spaces are limited—grab your spot now and make something awesome! 💥 #DIYFun #BuildItYourself #CraftNight #MakeSomethingCool

🎨🔥 It’s ALL going down in Graphic Design! Banners are being pieced together with precision 🧩🖼️ and the sublimation station is fired up for custom mugs and mousepads ☕🖱️💥 Our students are turning up the creativity and bringing their designs to life—one press at a time! #GraphicDesignLife #StudentCreators #SublimationStation #BannerBuild #CustomMugs #MousepadMagic #SWTCDesign

🎉 BIG OPPORTUNITY AHEAD! 🎉 Looking for a new job or your next big career move? 👀 Don’t miss the Job Fair at Southwest Tech — coming up May 8th! 💼✨ 🔥 Presented by Oklahoma Works- American Job Center 📍 Southwest Technology Center, Altus, OK 🕘 Thursday, May 8th from 10 AM – 2 PM ✅ Meet top employers ✅Networking opportunities ✅ Resume tips & career resources ✅ It’s FREE and open to the public! Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, this is your chance to make it happen. Bring your resume, bring a friend, and bring your best self! 📣 Tag someone who needs to be there & SHARE to spread the word! #JobFair #SouthwestTech #OklahomaWorks #CareerGoals #OpportunityKnocks

📢 Now Enrolling: May CPR & Forklift Certification Training Advance your skills and enhance workplace safety with our upcoming certified training sessions this May. Whether you're looking to meet job requirements or simply be prepared in critical situations, these hands-on courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence you need. 🩺 BLS CPR Certification: May 15th ❤️ Heart Saver CPR Certification: May 22nd 🔧Forklift Certification: May 29th Take the next step in your professional development. Certification starts here. #CPRTraining #ForkliftCertification #WorkplaceSafety

👮‍♂️🛡️Phase IV Armed Security Training kicks off May 6th — are you ready to level up? 🛡️👮‍♀️ This isn’t your average class. This is where serious training meets real-world readiness. Whether you’re building a new career or upgrading your license, this is the step that sets you apart. 💪 💥 What to Expect: ✅ Advanced firearms training ✅ Tactical response techniques ✅ Legal knowledge for licensed armed officers Don’t just stand guard — become the line between order and chaos. 🕶️ Secure your spot today before it fills up! #ArmedSecurity #PhaseIVTraining #SecurityProfessionals #OklahomaWorkforce