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Pictured (from left): Mike Crabb, Sergio Sanchez, Braden Jones and Dr. Miles Young. 

Community partnerships are very important to 91¿ì»îÁÖ! This week Mike Crabb, Co-Founder of Diamond C Trailers, stopped by the 91¿ì»îÁÖ Welding shop to deliver a trailer full of steel for students to practice on while learning welding skills. 91¿ì»îÁÖ recently graduated the first cohort of students in the new Process Welding Academy, which is endorsed by .

By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director

The Gladys Winkle Family has empowered six 91¿ì»îÁÖ honors students through the years with a special scholarship for excellence in the Humanities that comes in addition to an institutional honors scholarship.  This year’s winner is Mary-Faith Wilson, a star of the HuMusic Seminar last fall before she even entered honors, and this year, one of the top-tier Presidential Scholars of Honors Northeast.

After over a decade of dedication and service to 91¿ì»îÁÖ, Elizabeth Biggerstaff completed her final Kids Discovery College program in July. As the Coordinator for the program, Elizabeth has been instrumental in engaging countless young minds through innovative and engaging educational experiences. Her passion for education and her commitment to the community have left a lasting impact on the children and families who have participated in the program.

91¿ì»îÁÖ (91¿ì»îÁÖ) hosted U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran (pictured) on August 19th for a regional summit focused on economic development, workforce, and education. Stakeholders from Camp, Franklin, Morris, and Titus Counties attended to discuss community opportunities and challenges. Congressman Moran, joined by members of his staff, emphasized his intention to listen and learn more about the local needs to better represent the region in Washington.

Titus County

91¿ì»îÁÖ celebrated its Summer 2024 commencement on Friday, Aug. 16th at 7 p.m. in the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts. A total of 54 associate degrees and 54 certificates of competency were awarded to 86 graduates. Michael Rodriguez gave the student welcome in both English and Spanish. Gracie Gray, who graduated from the Medical Laboratory Technology program, delivered the student response. Chuck Johns, Russell East, Chad Elledge and Kerry Wootten were in attendance representing the 91¿ì»îÁÖ Board of Trustees 

The Adult Education Department at 91¿ì»îÁÖ is accepting new and returning students for its GED (General Educational Development) and English Language programs. Those interested in participating in either of these free educational programs should call to make an appointment for registration beginning August 19, 2024.  While classes are offered in various convenient locations around the area, all registration will be held at the Community Resource Center (formerly MPISD Administration Building) at 105 N. Riddle Street in Mount Pleasant.