MTC instructor named US boating nonprofit’s Educator of the Year | The Observer

By Liz Ramos, April 10, 2024 During his 21 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, Freddie Fowler learned discipline, leadership and how to think outside the box. They are traits he said he uses every day as a Marine Service Technology instructor at Manatee Technical College. On April 4, his Marine Corp training kicked into…

ABYC Foundation names 2024 Educator of the Year | Boating Industry

by Adam Quandt March 28, 2024 The ABYC Foundation has named Freddie Fowler from Manatee Technical College in Bradenton, Florida, as the 2023 Educator of the Year. The annual award honors extraordinary marine service technology instructors teaching in a high school, post-secondary school, or within the industry. A retired master sergeant of the United States Marine…

ABYC Foundation Names Educator of the Year | Soundings Trade Only

Marine service technology instructor Freddie Fowler from Manatee Technical College in Bradenton, Fla., is this year’s honoree. GARY REICH – MAR 28, 2024 The ABYC Foundation yesterday named Freddie Fowler from Manatee Technical College in Bradenton, Fla., its 2023 Educator of the year. The annual award honors marine service technology instructors in a high school,…

Local auto repair shop provides new tools to jump start career for MTC student | School District of Manatee County

Gabriel, a student from Manatee Technical College in the Collision Repair Program, recently received a complete apprentice tool kit to fast-track his future success.  Sarasota Bodyworx, an auto body shop in Sarasota, recently shared the gift they gave Gabriel, which looks to be worth thousands of dollars. They’ve also partnered with MTC to train and…

Gearing Up for The 2024 Region 6 Florida SkillsUSA Conference

Gearing Up for The 2024 Region 6 Florida SkillsUSA Conference

As February 16th draws closer, excitement builds for the much-anticipated . This annual event is a cornerstone for students, educators, and industry professionals who are passionate about advancing their skills and careers in various trades and technologies. SkillsUSA serves as a powerful avenue for participants to showcase their expertise, learn from peers, and connect with…

 2024 Winter Graduation

 2024 Winter Graduation

Thursday February 1, 2024 6:00pm    “Our sincerest thanks go out to our Staff at Manatee Technical College for the outstanding work done to create tonight’s memorable occasion for our Graduates. Thank you Instructional, Administration, Marketing, Counselors, Custodial, Bookstore, Secretarial and Financial Staff.“ Doug Wagner, Director Event Program: Welcome & Introductions Doug Wagner, Director  Pledge…

Marine instructor Freddie Fowler is a newly elected board member for the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) | WorkBoat Business

January 30, 2024 The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) has announced the newly elected board members and officers who will serve the three-year term from 2024 through 2026. New to their posts are Tim Banaszak, Southeast Navigators, Juneau, Alaska; Allen Schneider, Si-Tex, Riverhead, N.Y.; Mike Reimer, International Marine, Boynton Beach, Fla.; Tom Milanette FLIR, Hudson, N.H.; and Freddie Fowler, Manatee Technical College,…

Life skills program launches for Manatee students with disabilities | The Observer

By Liz Ramos | 10:00 a.m. January 23, 2024 As students with disabilities graduate from high school in Manatee County, they will have a new option to help them prepare for life after graduation and to help them jumpstart their careers. Manatee Technical College has been approved to participate in the Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition…

Longboat Fire Rescue ensures crew can handle the heat | From The Observer

By Carter Weinhofer The department completed its second live fire training of the year, reviewing breathing techniques, saving victims and fighting fires. Longboat Key Fire Rescue may not see as much action as neighboring departments, but the department ensures all its firefighter paramedics are ready to handle the heat.  The crew finished up their second…

MTC offers apprenticeship programs to advance careers | From The Observer

by Liz Ramos | December 6, 2023 Apprentices work full-time while attending courses at Manatee Technical College to further their careers and fill gaps in various industries. Lakewood Ranch’s Frank Petrone hopes attaining an electrician journeyman license through an apprenticeship program will be his first step to starting his own business. Petrone works full time…

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