Mountain Institute Career & Technical Education District

Heather Andrews is our Veterinary Assisting Program Instructor. The 2023/24 school year was her first with Mountain Institute and she is looking forward to building on her success with a new group of students in the coming year. In an area like Yavapai County, with so many animal lovers, it is no surprise that there is a lot of student interest in Veterinary Assisting.

Heather has many fond childhood memories of her mother fostering animals of all kinds. It was not uncommon in her childhood home to find ducks in the sink or baby birds in the butter tub. These experiences were influential in Heather's decision to pursue Veterinary medicine back in 1974, straight from a vocational program like the one she teaches today! She feels that if she had not had that opportunity high school, she would not be where she is today. Having 50 years of experience under her belt, she is extremely enthusiastic about what she does, and she loves to see that same enthusiasm come out in her students.
In her words: “I believe CTE is so important because it [can be] a stepping stone into a field that you might not have ever been able to step into because of a lack of introduction”. She is living proof of the fact that it works! From the classroom to the front!

Remember to vote for us for Prescott NOW's Best of Yavapai in the Education group! It ends August 15th, but you can help by voting every day!
You can vote at
https://prescott-now.com/best-of-yavapai/ #/gallery?group=476790

From construction trades to aviation technology, welding to culinary skills, high school students in seeking career training classes have 26 programs from which to choose.

Mountain Institute Career and Technical Education District (MICTED) in Prescott teaches from seven high schools in western Yavapai County. All of the courses, textbooks and supplies are free and transportation is provided.

CTE courses are taught at the institute and the high schools, including Prescott, Chino Valley, Prescott Valley, Seligman, Ash Fork, Mayer and Bagdad. Students can what it takes to become a diesel technician, veterinary assistant, early childhood education professional, medical technician, firefighter or computer programmer, for example.

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We’re almost there - future students & parents! Classes begin for the Fall Semester on August 19th for Monday through Thursday classes.
For our Friday only classes, they begin on August 23rd!
If you have any questions, please call our front office at
(928)-771-0791 or visit our main office at
220 R***r Rd Suit 2 in Prescott 86301.
We can’t wait for another amazing year!

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Voting began yesterday and lasts through August 15th for Prescott NOW's best of Yavapai!
Please remember to spare some time and vote for us under "Education".
You can vote once a day at:

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Meet our Wildland & Fire Science Instructor, Mike Dougherty!
Mike is passionate about supporting his student's success and educating the next generation of fire service professionals. With two decades of dedicated service as a Fireman/Paramedic, he has collected a wealth of experience and expertise in fire safety, emergency response, and community protection/outreach. In addition, Mike holds an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science and has several additional certifications. His practical knowledge gained from experience is complemented by an academic foundation in fire science. It allows him to provide a deep understanding of fire behavior, prevention strategies, and the latest firefighting technologies to his students. In Mike’s classroom, students benefit from his practical insights, not only learning the theoretical aspects of fire science but also gaining invaluable knowledge from someone who has been on the front lines.

We have been nominated for "2024 Best of Prescott"
in the Education Category!
Voting will begin on August 1st, and go through the 15th!
We would appreciate your support!


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🌟 Your Voice Matters: Best of Yavapai! 🌟

The "Best of Yavapai" awards are all about YOU! It’s not pay-to-play. Anyone can nominate and vote. Winners are chosen purely by community votes.

🔗 Nominate Here: https://prescott-now.com/promotions/best-of-yavapai/

Let’s honor the best businesses in Yavapai County!

Heather Workman celebrated a year of being with us at Mountain Institute CTED on July 3rd! Although she is one of our Administrative Assistants, she is often referred to as the office “MacGyver”!
Heather's favorite thing about working with any employer has always been the people, and Mountain Institute is no different. The MICTED Staff, Yavapai College Staff, Instructors, and Students are what make this job so much fun!

Happy Workiversary Heather!

If you have questions about Mountain Institute CTED or are interested in enrolling, give our office a call at (928) 771-0791.

Sienna is an aspiring Nurse Practitioner who is currently taking our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program over the summer after recently graduating from Tri City Prep High School. Taking CNA over the summer is a highly accelerated program, with a semester's worth of learning and clinicals covered in just over 3 weeks! Sienna has been attending class for 8.5-9 hours a day on top of having a part time job. She says going from being able to sleep in and just enjoy the summer, to such a demanding schedule has (understandably!) been a challenge for her. She decided to enroll in the CNA Program as a first step on her path to a Nursing degree, and to gain some experience in the medical field. She plans on working a year or two as a CNA before starting Nursing School at the University of Arizona.

When we asked Sienna what keeps her motivated, she shared this story from one of her favorite shows:
“It’s kind of silly but I’ve been obsessed with the show “Grey’s Anatomy” for a long time. When I’m feeling discouraged, tired, or frustrated, I think about one of the Doctors from the show… He starts out every surgery by saying “It’s a beautiful day to save lives!” For some reason that always helps me to keep going because even though I don’t plan on becoming a surgeon… I do hope at some point in my life, I help save a life and make the world a better place! This helps me refocus on my goals and remember what healthcare is really about!”

Way to go Sienna! We believe you will indeed save lives and are already making the world a better place!

We are excited to introduce Michelle Perey, the new Program Director at Mountain Institute!

Michelle is a dedicated educator with a passion for teaching and learning and over 30 years of experience in education! She believes in the power of education to transform lives and communities. Michelle has a deep understanding of educational principles and a talent for creating engaging and effective learning environments. She holds a firm belief that education is not only about acquiring knowledge but also about fostering critical thinking, creativity, and empathy.

Welcome to the team Michelle!
We can't wait to work with you and to see the positive impacts you will have on our Students, Instructors and the Staff here at MICTED!

There are still spots open in some of our Programs! Make sure to get enrolled ASAP!

For any students in Western Yavapai County going to any of these High Schools in 10-12th grade:

-Chino Valley High School
-Ash Fork High School
-Prescott High School
-Bradshaw Mountain High School
-Seligman High School
-Bagdad High School
-Mayer High School

Go to: www.micted.net
Find “APPLY NOW” in tabs.
Click “Registration Form” under Apply Now.

We’ll see you in the Fall!

Mountain Institute CTED Auto & Diesel Repair students earned 104 Automotive Service Excellence certifications in the 2023-2024 school year! 🙌

"The ASE Certification, created by the non-profit National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence, brings peace of mind and security to vehicle owners, by testing and certifying automotive professionals. All motorists shopping for a mechanic should look for the blue and white ASE Certification sign at their automotive mechanic’s location."

Did you know... All graduated 2024 seniors have an opportunity to enroll in 21 different programs that are in High Demand in Yavapai County? Enrolling today- Check it out here!
- https://www.micted.net/apps/pages/HIGHDEMAND

Chino Valley High School Seniors participated in 135 CTE programs during their high school careers! Some attended programs on CVHS's campus and some attended programs off campus. Some participated in Medical programs. Some took Welding and Auto classes. Many earned Yavapai College or Industry certifications. Every student's CTE experience looks a little different, but we are proud of each of their accomplishments and hope they take the knowledge and experience gained in these programs to make their futures the best and brightest they can be!

Mountain Institute Career & Technical Education District Mountain Institute starts Yavapai County high school students on the path to a variety of careers.

Apply online @ www.micted.net for our Culinary Arts Program now!
If you complete the 1 year class, you will earn a Culinary Arts Fundamentals Certification from Yavapai College!

Fall semester begins on August 19th!

There are still seats available for the Monday - Thursday class
1:15 - 3:45 PM
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NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL PROGRAMS, but we are running tight on spots so make sure to sign up NOW!

Partnering with Central Yavapai High Schools giving students additional opportunities to grow and begin their careers early! This is CTE (Career & Technical Education) and what makes us so strong!

Special thanks to:

Bradshaw Mountain High School,
Prescott High School,
Chino Valley High School,
Bagdad High School,
Seligman High School,
Mayer High School,
+ Ash Fork High School!
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“Coming together is a beginning; keep together is progress; working together is SUCCESS.”

-Edward Everett Hale

Mountain Institute Central Campus Students earned 97 Yavapai College CTE certifications at this year’s commencement ceremony. This is why we do what we do!

These students will be Industry certified career ready by the time they graduate High School. Our Programs are FREE and give them so much opportunity to begin NOW! Congratulations to all of you goal getters out there! 🎓

Mountain Institute Career & Technical Education District Mountain Institute starts Yavapai County high school students on the path to a variety of careers.

Congratulations Carter Gullikson!
Fire Science Student Of The Year!
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Congratulations Tanner Carlise!
Line Worker Student of the Year!
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Congratulations Julissa Nixon!
Veterinary Assisting Student of the Year!
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Congratulations Madison Kosters!
Computer Programming Student of the Year!
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all the superheroes out there! They make the growing world a better place one day at a time!

Teacher:
( n ) /tee-cher/
A multi-tasking superhero with nerves made of steel: lives to inspire and loves to encourage. They’re
kind of a big deal. 💪

Congratulations Ana Luisa Duarte!
Medical Assisting Student of the Year!
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Congratulations Luca Greco!
Construction Student of the Year!
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Congratulations Seth Korrel!
Graphic Design Student of the Year!
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