Automotive Technology
Grade: 12
School: Merrimack Valley
Michael Kistner has a strong focus and desire to move into the automotive industry as well as a passion for restoring antique automobiles. He puts forth his best efforts in class to gain a thorough understanding and then spends much of his free time in the garage. Michael not only excels in his studies, he also brings quality leadership and positive energy to the classroom. Recently while on an internship at Banks Chevrolet he was showing such Grit and determination he was offered a position there. Michael is an ongoing representation of what CRTC stands for.
Joe Sliva
Construction Technology
Grade: 12
School: Pittsfield
Joe is very motivated to do his best work everyday. Joe listens to feedback, sets a goal for himself and follows through. Even when Joe encounters a setback, he tries to learn from it and proceed with his plan.
Fun Fact: Joe makes intricate paper models of cars and trucks.
Katelyn LaCombe
Cosmetology
Grade: 11
School: Hopkinton
Katelyn has demonstrated a true dedication to this program since day one. She takes on a leadership role in our classroom group discussions. She takes pride in her work and has demonstrated this is in several ways. At the start of class, she is focused on the task at hand. When working on the floor, she continually seeks feedback to improve the quality of work in her hair designs and continues to practice her techniques at home. Katelyn has a natural ability to work with others in any given situation. She was able to assist her fellow classmates in our class when we switched over to a different form of technology on the day of our first lab test. Katelyn has a wonderful way of explaining hair techniques to other girls when we are working in the lab. In addition Katelyn has a desire to learn more about our industry. Katelyn scheduled time with me after school to assist her in choosing the right salon to set up a job shadow that would give her a great experience.
Where is the student thinking of going to school: Katelyn will be going to cosmetology school upon graduation from high school
Nate Hollins
Program: Culinary Arts
Grade: 12
School:Concord High School
During this month, culinary kicked off a new initiative,
The Loaf and Ladle Club, based on hands-on culinary events being run by students. Since the start, Nate has volunteered to work on every event we have done. He is always the first to volunteer for any position, including skills that he may not be comfortable with.
This attitude carries through to his everyday work, both with in classroom and in the lab. He uses the events to both practice skills he is comfortable with and things that are out of his comfort zone. Adding this into his work schedule is certainly difficult but, in Nate’s eyes very beneficial.
Fun Fact: Gold Medal Winner of 2013 NH Healthy meals contest
Where is the student thinking of going to school: Lakes Region Community College
Hillary McMullen
Program: Graphic Arts
Grade: 11
School: Concord High School
I have picked Hillary McMullen for October's "Student of the Month in Graphic Arts" at the CRTC because she attacks every project with determination and desire to know the process and to get better. She understands the outcomes expected and is resourceful by efficiently researching and choosing the harder, more complex designs to complete. She listens attentively and responds well to feedback from me and her peers; accepting it as professional criticism to improve. She effortlessly demonstrates a good sense of organization skills, ready to work at all times and uses class time with purpose and drive. As this is her first quarter as a junior, and if this is an indication of her growth mindset in Graphic Arts, Hillary is on track to accomplish many great things during her time here at the CRTC.
Fun Fact: Hillary has been playing guitar for 8 years and created her first song when she was only 9 years old.
Where is this student thinking of going to school: Manchester Community College or the NH Institute of Art
Celine Burrows
Program: Health Science
Grade: 11
School: Merrimack Valley High School
Celine was chosen for student of the month because of her commitment to learning beyond the classroom.
One example is being elected by her peers to be Co- President of the Elliot Hospital Medical Explorers Program. The Medical Explorer Program is an out of class opportunity for students from all over the state of New Hampshire to explore health careers. The Medical Explorer Program assists students to make informed decisions about their career choice. The students attend an average of two evening meetings a month during which speakers from various fields of medicine and healthcare share their knowledge and answer questions. The speakers provide information about educational resources, job opportunities, and take students on tours of specific departments with the explanation of the latest in healthcare technology.
Celine’s role as Co-President will require her to take on a leadership role by making sure that the program meets the goals and objectives of her peers. She will work with the other officers to plan meetings, interview professionals, and ensure that the programs presented are of high quality. Celine will spend several hours out of class each month going above and beyond to contribute to creating professional opportunities for her peers as well as her own personal career goals Taking opportunities like this to venture out of your comfort zone to reach your personal and career goals is what it takes to be successful. Celine is also recognized for taking pride in her work by always performing at a quality level that is beyond the expectation.
Lastly, her professionalism exudes pride and respect. Celine is enthusiastic and positive each day she comes into the classroom and takes ownership of her learning in and out of the classroom on a regular basis.
Arthur Aznive
Program: Info Tech
Grade: 12
School: Concord High School
Why was this student nominated?
Arthur excels in academics and perseverance, Consistently performs at a high caliber and shows grit determination in everything he does. He is a motivated class participant and leader. He shows great enthusiasm, completes the most difficult challenges with a positive attitude.
Fun Fact: Loves Archery
Hannah Linquata
Program:Teacher Preparation
Grade: 12
School: Concord High School
Hannah has demonstrated both the hard and soft skills necessary to be an excellent teacher. Hannah has demonstrated a high level of Grit and Ambition during her first internship cycle. Not only did Hannah find a classroom at Beaver Meadow School in which to intern, she began student teaching there even before it was required. Hannah uses her open period in the morning every day to go to her internship early so she may spend extra time teaching her first graders. She is able to set goals for herself and has the tenacity to follow through. She gave herself the goal of teaching lessons during her internship. She took the initiative to make arrangements with her teacher to do this multiple times during her first internship cycle. Her supervisor, Mrs. Beane, shared that, "Hannah has already planned two small group lessons. These lessons both included a V.I.P and all materials students needed to complete the activities. Hannah asked what Math concepts I was teaching and planned her lessons accordingly. Both lessons were well planned. Hannah made all activities including sheets and posters for the children. She also made a pattern game on the ipad for an extra practice activity and she made practice sheets for children that were having trouble learning patterns. Very Impressive!" Hannah also demonstrates a high level of ambition on a regular basis as well. She strives to improve her understanding of theory and her practice of teaching and asks for feedback. She expresses gratitude for feedback and works to immediately implement suggestions made by teachers.
Fun Fact: Hannah is captain of the CHS Varsity cheerleading team. She works as a teacher at East Side Learning Center.
Where is the student thinking of going to school: SNHU, Elon, St. Anslem, NHTI, Guilford
I am incredibly proud of what we offer at the CRTC, but I also know we can do better. An area of great frustration for us is the school’s ability to offer students quality internships and job shadows which we categorize as customer driven experiences (CDE’s). We offer many of these type opportunities presently, but in almost every case they are a significant logistical challenge. It is a complicated dance to bus students out of the building so they can engage in a 60 minute workplace experience (90 minute period less travel time) when many of those same students just rode a bus to get to the CRTC in the first place. Regardless, these experiences do wonders for our students and in many cases expand their horizons like no other learning experience they’ve ever had the opportunity to participate in.
