An end-of-the-year, engaging project created by Tyler ISD and the Career & Technology Center's Marketing teacher, Mrs. Tillson, entitled, "Food Truck Wars," provided Marketing I students with a dynamic, hands-on experience simulating real-world marketing challenges. Throughout the project, students developed critical skills including food truck branding, social media page creation, menu research, strategic planning, and pricing. They also designed physical food truck models to bring their concepts to life. This comprehensive approach integrated creative design, digital marketing, and business strategy, reinforcing core marketing principles. By completing these tasks, students gained practical expertise that prepares them for success in Advanced Marketing next year, where they will build on these foundational skills to tackle more complex marketing campaigns and strategies.
Tyler ISD and the Career & Technology Center's plumbing instructor, Mr. Eschberger, guided construction students Josue Vazquez, Alejandro Mondragon, and Bryan Cantu in creating a model of a small two-story house, commonly referred to as a dollhouse. This project aligns with the requirements set forth by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, which mandates that applicants must successfully install a sanitary drain, waste, and vent system to pass the Tradesman Plumber exam.
Additionally, Tyler ISD senior Plumbing 2 and Manufacturing student Nathan Gutierrez contributed significantly by fabricating all the necessary fittings with 3D printers in the manufacturing lab.
This innovative house will serve as an essential resource for both Plumbing 2 and Practicum of Plumbing students, offering them a practical environment to prepare for the exam. It will also serve as a valuable instructional tool for Plumbing 1 students, helping them grasp the fundamentals of a sanitary drainage system.
Mr. Eschberger noted that many individuals who face challenges in passing the Tradesman exam often struggle specifically with the plumbing aspects associated with the small house. This project not only enhances hands-on learning but also aims to improve student success rates in this critical area of plumbing education.
CTC Roadrunners! 7 Brew provided coffee and energy drinks for you this morning! C-Hall teachers' lounge! Go Thunderchickens!
Our final Salon Day was this week. It came with a special treat. Managers from one of our local salons visited our salon and worked with our students on haircutting. Our Tyler ISD CTC Cosmetology students enjoyed getting the extra help from a pro!
This is what she later posted on Facebook about our group of students:
"Salon Night at the Tyler ISD Career & Technology Center was the BEST! Loved helping the student stylists with haircuts and making great connections,. We even showed them how to recommend products by finding the need! The students are so well prepared thanks to the amazing teachers at the Tyler ISD Career & Technology Center (shoutout to my former instructor, Mrs. Pryor!). Big thanks to Misty Pepper for her help tonight. The students really loved your tips and tricks! These teachers are appreciated!"
Tyler ISD and The Career & Technology Center's senior Welding students had the opportunity to participate in the Jasper Ventures, Inc. Trades Summit. Mrs. Hoover and Mr. Dean took 8 of our Welding II students to the Veritas plant outside of Troup, TX where they learned about the many aspects of the gas processing industry. They also had the opportunity to tour the welding, coating, and assembly divisions of the Veritas module construction site.
We now have 29 newly licensed Cosmetologists in Tyler, TX! Four years of hard work has paid off for these students.
To keep students fully engaged near the end of the year and to access those famous 'Friday Vibes,' Chef Strother from Tyler ISD's Career & Technology Center, provided an opportunity for Culinary Arts students to form their own burger patties from scratch, and grill them on the CTC smoker and grill that was built by our CTC Welding students. Chef Strother's students learned mixing and seasoning techniques, how to form the right portioned patties and what temperature to grill their patties and buns. It was an awesome send off to the weekend!
Tyler ISD's Career & Technology Center Animal Science/FFA students volunteered their time to the 'Wings Over Pegasus' air show Saturday April 19th 2025. This is a yearly fundraiser for the non-profit equine rescue organization, The Pegasus Project. This organization brings neglected horses, mules and donkeys back to health while providing training, then placing them in loving, permanent homes.
Congratulations to the CTC representatives named Rotary Young Citizens of the Year:
Grayson Bunt- Tyler Legacy
Liliana Valdovinos- Tyler High
Along with our Teacher of the Year- Ana Vazquez
Tyler ISD and The Career & Technology Center's Advanced Marketing students participated in the University of Texas at Tyler mock interviews at the John Soules School of Business. Students participated in networking and mock interviewing with local businesses, as well as others from the Houston and Dallas area. Each year, Professor Gail Johnson, hosts the even for her graduating university seniors and generously invites Tyler ISD CTC students.
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Seniors in the Practicum of Human Services class toured the East Texas Food Bank to learn more about the positive impact they have on our community and spent the morning volunteering.
Great article showcasing our partnership with Smith County Sheriff's Office. https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/video-this-high-school-program-is-preparing-students-to-be-detention-officers/2025/03
Our Culinary students are putting the finishing touches on the Cafe menu. Taste testing the Buttermilk Chicken Sliders with house made chips! Cafe hours coming soon...
Our Tyler ISD and Career & Technology Culinary Arts students, guided by CTC instructors, Chef Strother and Chef Bridges, created beautiful, delicious 'tabletop desserts' this week. Cheesecakes were the main theme as students not only created the desserts, but created custom sauces for them as well. Full engagement, full bellies!
Over 400 students are meeting with business and industry professionals for the Resume Workshop at the CTC today! Thank you to our community partners for spending the day our students and sharpening their employability skills!
Hey Seniors and families!
FAFSA Night is coming and we are ready to help you complete the FAFSA!
Six students from the CTC set out early on January 13 to the DECA District Competition. We now have all six heading to state! Congratulations to all of you and we wish you the best at the next level of the competition!
Good afternoon!
If you have everything prepared for tomorrow, feel free to make your way home safely!
Have a great evening!!!