By DIEGO DE JESUS Staff Writer Apr 21, 2024 William Celentano stands near his struck that he’s owned since he was 16 years old. When he established Will’s Welding, he wanted to only serve Highlands County. Photo by Diego De Jesus/staff William “Will” Celentano started experimenting with welding when he was 14 years old out…
(Bradenton, FL—April 16, 2024) Four Manatee Technical College students came home with medals from the 2024 FL-HOSA Future Health Professionals State Leadership Conference. Their first- and second-place wins qualify them to compete at the international level. The MTC East Campus students who medaled were as follows: Riley McDonough, FIRST PLACE in Pharmacy ScienceFedhia Brunot and Maria…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
(Bradenton, FL—March 1, 2024) Manatee Technical College had a strong start and end to Career and Technical Education month. MTC came into the month of February with 26 students winning first, second or third place at the 2024 HOSA Future Health Professionals Regionals and ended the month with 44 students winning gold, silver or bronze at the…
Manatee Technical College’s East Campus open house gave potential future students an opportunity to see the programs available. By Liz Ramos | February 22, 2024 Vaylin Jensen, a Lakewood Ranch High School junior, received a hands-on lesson on what it is like to be a dental assistant. She listened carefully Feb. 6 as she tried her…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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