One of the things I had to “unlearn” when first elected four years ago is that today’s vocational education is not a second-best option for students compared to going to a four-year liberal arts school, is not less rigorous, etc. I learned that today’s tech schools are not the tech schools from my college days, nor are they the tech schools I had preconceived notions about. Just look at some of the progaming — Diesel Tech, Energy Tech, Energy Operations, Welding Tech, and so on. Do those look like mushy programs to you? They don’t to me! And they aren’t. The students that attend today’s tech schools are bright and dedicated students — every bit the same as those going to four year schools.I couldn't have said it better myself about Loudoun's own Monroe Technology Center.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Technical Schools
I came across these thoughts recently from another blogging elected School Board member:
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Can't believe you haven't had any comments about Monroe Technology Center! It's a great school - our oldest son took Computer and Digital Animation as a HS Junior and Advanced Networking as a Senior. Check out the classes they offer under the "Program" tab on their website.
ReplyDeleteOur son has just graduated from Nashville Auto Diesel College and is interviewing with numerous local companies to be a diesel mechanic.
One note: if a student is interested in the Auto Servicing Technology course, they should plan a visit to Monroe as soon as possible. This 2 year course fills quickly.