Anna Berry far right (Fryeburg Academy), Brandon Capano 5th from the left (Sacopee Valley High School), Shania Drew second from the right (Fryeburg Academy), and Ciara Harriman third from the left (Lake Region High School) were the recipients of the 16th Masonic District Awards.  This $1,500 award acknowledges the hard work, dedication, and ambition of students…

Students from several programs attended the White Mountains Community College’s WELDATHON to benefit the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth-Hitchcock (CHaD) in Lebanon. Along with observing competing teams,  the students got the chance to try their hands at welding.    

On April 10th, 2019, the businesses of Beauchesnes Flooring, Geyer Construction, and Maplecrest Hardwood and Tile were represented by their company owners at a presentation given to Construction Technology students. Students were told that “hard work and never giving up” and “keeping a positive culture in the company with a can’t be stopped attitude” were…

Jordan Magiera: Gold Medal-Firefighting Competition Adanica Keene: Bronze Medal-Job Skills Demonstration Competition Emmalee Kimball, Kyla Lavoie, Bethany Burnell: Bronze Medal-Chapter Display Competition Jordan Magiera was also elected to the State Officer Board. The SkillsUSA organization helps students to develop leadership, teamwork and professional skills that will be used throughout life.  Self-confidence building and development of strong character…

On Friday February 15, students from the Law Enforcement Program traveled to Woods Pond in Bridgton to ice fish and practice winter survival skills. Led by their instructor, Mr. McDermott, the students learned about baiting and setting ice fishing traps, laws relating to equipment and licenses, and also how to dress appropriately for outdoor winter…

On March 14, 2019 representatives from companies in Maine will visiting Lake Region Vocational Center to explain their manufacturing processes. Contour 360 – Gabe Knight – Engineering Manager Contour 360 designs and manufactures high performance engineered solid carbide cutting tools. The company also reconditions cutting tools. Hunting ( Dearborn ) –  Joston Bartlett – Strategic…

On October 4 25 students will be on a field trip to the following Maine manufacturing companies: Mountain Machine Works This shop specializes in contract manufacturing/fabrication, precision parts and machinery. This is done either on “on-site/inplace” or locally in their shop. The company offers CNC machining, milling, welding and repair/maintenance services. It serves industries such…

Local entrepreneurs visited the Business Management program to discuss how they developed and manage their businesses. The following people made presentations:                 Justin McIver – Main ECO Homes specializes in energy efficient construction that includes commercial construction/additions/remodeling and new construction. Justin is a Bridgton native who started his business ten years ago. He moved from…

On Monday and Tuesday, March 19 and 20, members of the Business Management Class at Lake Region Vocational Center attended the Future Business Leaders of America Maine State Spring Leadership conference at the Double Tree Hotel in South Portland. Over 200 students from across the state came to compete in many different business competitions and attend…

Twenty-nine students participated in the annual SkillsUSA State Competition. Students competed in a variety of written knowledge tests, interviews, and hands-on skill events against students from 26 other technology schools. SkillsUSA empowers students to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens through the development of skills that include personal, workplace, and technical skills. Congratulations…