by Director Steve Rothenberg
Last Wednesday the CRTC held its annual “Comp” Night to celebrate our 214 students who have met the competency requirements of their CRTC programs. The event has a more casual celebration feel to it than a traditional pomp and circumstance graduation.
The event started with the Red Hot Chili Peppers (our preschool students) singing “Grand Old Flag.” The crowd cheered them on throughout. Next, we had the luxury of hearing two introspective speeches: one by Ashley Chapman, a Pembroke Academy Graphic Arts student, and the other by Jules Townsend, a Concord High School Teacher Prep student. Both reflected on the optimism they feel towards the chosen career pathway which they've developed and expanded on during their time at the CRTC. We were also entertained by a CRTC video made by Graphic Arts student Austin Coggeshall.
The entire night is designed to be energetic and fun. I joke that we will be here for one hour - no more! The gym is not exactly the most comfortable place for grandparents. One hour is just enough time.
Many students wear their uniforms and engage in cheering when their programs are recognized. Teachers give out certificates (lots of hugs) unlike a traditional graduation. The room also applauded and wished our Fire Science students well as they would be taking their practical and written exams at the Fire Academy the following Friday and Monday. We also recognized a number of students heading off to national competitions in Dearborn, Michigan, Louisville, Kentucky, and Anaheim California.
Honored guests included the administrators from Kearsarge, Merrimack Valley, John Stark, and Concord. Jerry Frew, retiring Superintendent of the Kearsarge District (and long-time Concord administrator), was given a special CRTC senior t-shirt to honor his support the CRTC.
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