Week one is officially in the books! The first week of school was filled with excitement, reunion and great energy. It’s going to be an incredible year. Welcome back, everyone!
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The North Ed team gathered across the region for our annual Opening Day, celebrating the new school year and rallying around this year’s theme: “Every learner. Every day. Together”.
Here’s to an incredible year of working towards our common goal of improving education outcomes in our community!
Here’s to an incredible year of working towards our common goal of improving education outcomes in our community!
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North Ed Career Tech was recognized at Tuesday’s Michigan State Board of Education meeting through the Michigan Department of Education’s (MDE) initiative “Spotlighting Effective Strategies.” The initiative highlighted how we provide pathways to postsecondary education, training and high-demand careers for our Career Technical Education (CTE) students through rigorous academics, industry experience and credential opportunities.
Make a difference in the lives of divot-ed Career Tech students. Become a sponsor of the 31st Annual North Ed Career Tech Scholarship Golf Outing! Learn more and register today.
Looking for a tee-rrific sponsorship opportunity? Become a sponsor of the 31st Annual North Ed Career Tech Scholarship Golf Outing and support the next generation of our region’s workforce. Choose from several tiers of sponsorship and register today! https://north-ed-foundation.givecloud.co/2026annualgolfouting
Chip-in and support North Ed Career Tech students and North Ed Foundation by becoming a sponsor of the 31st Annual Career Tech Scholarship Golf Outing. Learn more about the various sponsorship opportunities available and register today!
Our talented Career Tech Graphic Arts students wrapped up their vibrant school year with prestigious recognition, industry insight and meaningful connections!
Students participated in the Michigan Industrial Technology and Education Society (MITES) Competition, an annual showcase of Michigan's best Career and Technical Education (CTE) student work. We're proud to announce our students earned 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place honors in several Graphic Arts categories this year.
First place
Rylan Pickard - Screen Printing on Paper, and Regional Competition Best in Show
Noah Bailey - MITES Journal Cover Design
Second Place
Aidra Ruckle - Single Color Logo Design
Kendall Tacktor - MITES Journal Cover Design
Third Place
Ellie Marvin - Single Color Logo Design
Dom Palazzolo - Screen Printing Textile
Elise Wallington - Digital Illustration
Riley Wemigwase - Single Color Poster Design
Graphic Arts also welcomed guest speakers, virtually and in the classroom, including professional tattoo artist and 2017 alum Tony Diaz, who shared industry insights and the reminder that "some days you make money, some days you make art"—a powerful reflection on balancing creativity and career.
Students met virtually with Steven Stanchfield, Animation Instructor at College for Creative Studies, gaining valuable perspective on the animation industry, creative workflows, and the many paths available within the world of digital storytelling and design.
As the school year draws to a close, help us celebrate our fifteen 2026 Retirees, who achieved a combined 307 years of service at North Ed.
Today, we honor Frank Treadwell for his 8 years of service as a North Ed Career Tech Construction Trades Paraprofessional.
Frank has played an instrumental role in the success of the Career Tech Construction Trades program. His dedication to supporting instruction in the classroom and the workshop sets clear expectations to guide students daily. His knowledge of the content, attention to detail and demonstrated kindness have made a positive impact on both his students and colleagues. We appreciate Frank’s contributions to his trade through his work in career and technical education.
Today, we honor Frank Treadwell for his 8 years of service as a North Ed Career Tech Construction Trades Paraprofessional.
Frank has played an instrumental role in the success of the Career Tech Construction Trades program. His dedication to supporting instruction in the classroom and the workshop sets clear expectations to guide students daily. His knowledge of the content, attention to detail and demonstrated kindness have made a positive impact on both his students and colleagues. We appreciate Frank’s contributions to his trade through his work in career and technical education.
The first ever Engineering Academy Guidance Board Scholarship was recently awarded at the 2026 North Ed Career Tech Awards night, and we are thrilled to share that our inaugural recipient is Luke Schlegel!
Luke is a graduate from TC Central and will be attending the NMC 2+2 program, then continuing to LSSU to pursue Robotics Engineering.
Seeing Luke receive this award is a direct testament to the hard work, vision, and dedication of the Engineering Academy Guidance Board over many, many years. The impact of this work doesn't stop with Luke.
This scholarship is officially endowed with the North Ed Foundation, creating a permanent foundation of support. Every single year moving forward, another Engineering Academy student will receive this scholarship.
Thank you to the Engineering Academy Guidance Board for your time, your passion, and your unwavering commitment to the future of our Engineering Academy students.
As the school year draws to a close, help us celebrate our fifteen 2026 Retirees, who achieved a combined 307 years of service at North Ed.
Today, we honor Deborah (Debby) Oliver for her 31 years of service as a North Ed Career Tech Engineering Academy Instructor.
Debby has been a driving force and catalyst for the Engineering Academy’s success since its inception. Her tireless work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement have not only defined the academy, but has set a very high standard for excellence. She has played an instrumental role in building mentoring programs and advisory boards, creating deep-rooted relationships with local manufacturing partners that provide students with unparalleled pathways to success. Deb is a consummate educator whose energy, intensity, and motivation have made every student better. We celebrate her career as a committed educator who has made a lasting impact at North Ed Career Tech.
Today, we honor Deborah (Debby) Oliver for her 31 years of service as a North Ed Career Tech Engineering Academy Instructor.
Debby has been a driving force and catalyst for the Engineering Academy’s success since its inception. Her tireless work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement have not only defined the academy, but has set a very high standard for excellence. She has played an instrumental role in building mentoring programs and advisory boards, creating deep-rooted relationships with local manufacturing partners that provide students with unparalleled pathways to success. Deb is a consummate educator whose energy, intensity, and motivation have made every student better. We celebrate her career as a committed educator who has made a lasting impact at North Ed Career Tech.
Congratulations to the students who participated in the National Cherry Festival's Student Art Contest! Out of the 85 student submissions, North Ed Career Tech's Graphic Arts program had 17 students place in the top 30, including:
1st place: Delilah Walter ($1,000 Scholarship)
2nd place: Lynn Hall ($700 Scholarship)
3rd place: Emma Wilhelm ($500 Scholarship)
Best in Theme: Sawyer Kiessel ($500 Scholarship)
People's Choice (in the Top 5): Jacob Haase, Sawyer Kiessel and Delilah Walter
Others in the Top 30: Aiden Davis, Paige King, Lilah Weir, Cory Clay, Sarah Douthit, Chloe Porter, Isabel Olson, Kendal Tacktor, Ellie Marvin, Malaysia Hart, Dom Palazzolo and Emily Haas.
As we look back on the school year, we see how much our students have achieved. Their dedication to showing up has led to significant growth, and we are proud of the work they have accomplished as confident learners. #SuccessStartsWithShowingUp
Last night was a celebration of hard work and bright futures. At our annual North Ed Career Tech Awards Night, we witnessed the incredible impact of community support as over 100 students received scholarships and grants from our higher education and community partners.
A special thank you to the North Ed Foundation for awarding $52,750 in Tools of the Trade grants and $63,000 in academic scholarships. We are so grateful to the families, staff and supporters who champion our students every day. Congratulations to our driven graduates—we can't wait to see what you do in this next chapter!
A special thank you to the North Ed Foundation for awarding $52,750 in Tools of the Trade grants and $63,000 in academic scholarships. We are so grateful to the families, staff and supporters who champion our students every day. Congratulations to our driven graduates—we can't wait to see what you do in this next chapter!
We are entering the final weeks of the school year, and every day remains an important opportunity for our students. We have 9 days left to learn, connect, and grow together before the summer break. We look forward to seeing everyone in the classroom as we work toward a strong finish.
Last week, North Ed Career Tech Welding instructor Mark Stein and students Max Jones from TC Central High School, Hannah Batchelder and Summer Skiver from Benzie Central High School visited Ms. Leppien's 4th grade class at Cherry Knoll Elementary. Our students taught these 4th graders about welding and other opportunities at North Ed Career Tech. Thank you to this North Ed team for representing us and sharing your talents, and thank you Ms. Leppien for inviting us!
Learn more about our Welding program: https://www.northwested.org/o/ct/page/welding
Join the North Ed Career Tech Film & New Media students for the 3rd Annual Student Film Festival!
This free event at the Elk Rapids Cinema will showcase original short films created by talented high school filmmakers.
Doors open at 6:00 pm and showtime is 7:00 pm. Tickets are free, and popcorn and refreshments will be available for purchase.
June 11, 2026
Elk Rapids Cinema, 205 River St, Elk Rapids, MI 49629
For more information on the North Ed Career Tech Film and New Media program, visit https://www.northwested.org/o/ct/page/film-new-media
On Monday, we hosted representatives from Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) for a Signing Day, to celebrate approximately 70 students from 12 North Ed Career Tech programs signing articulation agreements. These future-focused students earned articulated credit by completing all course content with a B or better and recommendation by their instructor. Congratulations to our hardworking students, and thank you to NMC for your partnership and for joining us for this special occasion!
