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Issue 7 | Volume XII | March 2012
1601 West Main Street ▪ Mesa, Arizona 85201 ▪ 480.461.4000 ▪ www.evit.com
Inside this issue:
Program Highlights 2‐3
News Headlines 4
Program Spotlight 5‐6
Counselor’s Corner 7
Photo Gallery 8‐9
PR Update 9
Partnerships 10
Announcements 11
Upcoming Events:
March 5: Board Meeting
March 8: Mystery Chef
Dinner
March 12‐16: Spring
Break
March 15‐16: District
Offices Closed
March 27: EVIT Fashion
Show
Collision Repair program granted NATEF recertification EVIT program remains the only NATEF‐certified collision repair program in Arizona
The East Valley Institute of Technology was recently evaluated and awarded NATEF recertification in Colli‐sion Repair and Refinishing. EVIT remains the only high school in Arizona with this honor and is amongst an elite group nationwide. NATEF was founded as an independent, non‐profit organization with a single mission: To evaluate tech‐nician training programs against standards developed by the automotive industry and recommend qualify‐ing programs for NATEF accreditation.
The certification process is extensive and involves two major steps: a detailed self‐evaluation followed by an on‐site evaluation. The purpose is to improve the quality of training offered by setting standards for the content of instruction, which includes tasks, tools and equipment, hours, and instructor qualifications. Programs are accredited every five years with a mid‐point check at two and a half years. This marks the sixth year EVIT’s Collision Repair/Street Rod and Custom Paint‐ing program has been certified. Students in the two‐year program develop the manipulative skills involved with auto body repair and refinishing. They learn to perform jobs ranging from detailing to as‐sisting with a complete paint job in a modern paint booth. The hands‐on learning area was recently outfitted with two new paint mixing systems along with a computer, software, label printer, paint books, tech manuals and a mix‐ing scale. The complete set‐up, worth more than $15,000, was provided by Leading Edge Auto Refinishes and Riverview Collision in Mesa. “The new equipment enables students to learn a complete paint system and will bet‐ter prepare them to make a successful transition into the workforce” said instructor Neil Carroll. “We are very thankful to our advisory council and community partners for helping bring this technology to EVIT.”
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Adelante breaks ground on health center
On Jan. 31, Adelante Healthcare broke ground on a new 45,000‐square foot health center located on the northwest corner of the EVIT campus. The health center will take roughly eight months to construct and is anticipated to open in Novem‐ber 2012. The facility will provide hands‐on, real‐life experi‐ence for students along with the opportunity to complete clinical hours required for certification in programs such as medical assisting and practical nursing.
Fashion program donates to Fresh Start
In early‐February, EVIT Fashion Merchandising students donated clothes and shoes collected through their resale shop to the Fresh Start Women's Foundation located on the EVIT campus. The center offers a variety of programs and services including self‐esteem enhancement, education services, men‐toring, career services and family law support services.
EVIT places 2nd at Pit Crew Challenge
A six‐member team from Automotive Technologies placed second at the Arizona Ford Dealers Pit Crew Challenge on Feb. 17 at Firebird International Raceway. Students were tested on their skills and speed in various areas of car maintenance, including changing tires and replacing spark plugs and oil filters. EVIT's program is NATEF certified and ranks #1 in the nation for job placement thanks to its quality instruc‐tors, students, business partnerships and advisory council.
Collision Repair recognized by EVIT Board
Instructor Neil Carroll and the Collision Repair/Street Rod & Custom Painting program was recognized for receiving its NATEF certification at the EVIT Board Meeting on Feb. 13. It was also announced that EVIT placed the highest number of high school students in summer internship in the nation with 11 from Collision Repair and 34 from Automotive Technologies.
Pictured left to right: Henry Faccio (Team Lead), Neil Carroll (Instructor), Mike McAfee (AYES), Dr. Sally Downey (Superintendent), Robert Covington (Board President), James Fisher (Campus Director).
Program HighlightsProgram Highlights
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EVIT students get “ICEd” Aviation Air Traffic Control (ATC) students have been invited by ASU to practice and enhance their traffic management skills on the university's new Intelligent Communications Environment (ICE) ATC simulation equipment. Each Wednesday, for the last two weeks, 20 students head across campus for an hour and a half of serious simulation fun on these phenomenal artificial flight environment training aids.
Most of the students agree that it is a fun but humbling experience to control traffic at Phoenix's Sky Har‐bor Airport for the very first time. This opportunity also gives EVIT students a first‐hand look at what lies ahead as they pursue their college degrees in ASU's Air Traffic Management Program.
PMT students excel in classroom and athletics Nine Precision Manufacturing Technology (PMT) students earned their Measurement, Materials and Safety Credential from the National Institute of Metalworking Skills Organization (NIMS). The credential covers 19 industry‐specific content areas that EVIT students receive instruction on during the first half of the year. Congratulations also goes to James Sanchez, a second‐year PMT student from Tempe High School, who won the State Wrestling Championship in his weight class and is being looked at by a number of colleges around the country for scholarships!
Aviation student receives scholarship Congratulations to Catherine "Cat" Ruiz for being awarded a full scholarship to the Experimental Aircraft Association's Air Venture this summer in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. This is one of the largest air show and fly‐in events in the world. Thanks to the Copper State Fly‐In Association for selecting Cat for this tremendous opportunity. Cat is a very active and enthu‐siastic first‐year aviation student from Hamilton High School.
Non‐traditional student places 3rd in regional competition Collision Repair hosted a regional competition in early‐February. Six students competed including five males and one female. The contest was judged by two industry professionals that also judge at the state skills com‐petition. Kudos to Alyssa Cantrell who placed 3rd in the competition. Instructor Neil Carroll reports one of the judges said “Alyssa is one of the best girls I've ever seen in the industry.”
20th Annual Mystery Chef Dinner Help raise money for scholarships while enjoying fine‐dining prepared and served by top valley chefs and EVIT students at the Mystery Chef Dinner at 6 p.m. on March 8. Tickets are $65 each and 100% tax‐deductible. Seating is limited! Call 480‐461‐4139 for reservations.
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A variety of EVIT events, programs, and students were featured in the media this past month. Here are some of the highlights: EVIT to acquire second radio station Phoenix Business Journal—Feb. 3, 2012 Former Powell Junior High site thrives as Mesa community center East Valley Tribune—Feb. 7, 2012 Scottsdale native seeks a place in fashion world Arizona Republic—Feb. 7, 2012 Collision Repair program granted NATEF recertification San Tan Valley Today—Feb. 8, 2012 EVIT's collision repair program recertified East Valley Tribune—Feb. 9, 2012 (P) EVIT’s 2nd campus expands class offerings Arizona Republic—Feb. 11, 2012 Students find value in career‐related classes now Padre Press (Marcos De Niza HS) ‐ Feb. 13, 2012 EVIT expanding course offering for east valley students San Tan Valley Today—Feb. 16, 2012 A vehicle checkup East Valley Tribune—Feb. 17, 2012 Mystery Chef Dinner funds EVIT scholarships Arizona Republic—Feb. 22, 2012 Mesa honors top citizens for service Arizona Republic—Feb. 21, 2012 Music helps melt away stress at Chocolate Sunday East Valley Tribune—Feb. 25, 2012 Symphony of the Southwest Chocolate Sunday Arizona Republic—Feb. 26, 2012
EVIT is Makin’ HeadlinesEVIT is Makin’ Headlines
Note: Items listed with a (P) are only available in print but can be found on the EVIT News bulletin board in Building #1 near the lunchroom.
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Program Spotlight: Medical AssistingProgram Spotlight: Medical Assisting Medical Assisting students explore optometry Submitted by Belinda Long, Medical Assisting Instructor Thanks to a new partnership with Southwestern Eye Center, students in the Medical Assisting program at the East Valley Institute of Technology are learning about ophthalmology through classroom instruction and externships. In early‐2011, Dr. Lothaire Bluth, a board‐certified ophthalmologist and founder of Southwestern Eye Center, approached EVIT after recognizing the need for trained medical technicians in his offices across the East Valley.
The partnership began with a class of students visiting a Southwestern Eye Center, where they perform comprehensive eye care and procedures such as cataract surgery. Of the students who expressed interest after the tour, ten were selected to participate in externships based on attendance, grades and attitude. To prepare, students learned anatomy and physiology of the eye, medical terminology and abbreviations specific to the eye industry and a series of “chair skills” that test for eye turns, peripheral vision, visual acuities, normal pupils and more. This semester, nine students have been placed in externships at Scottsdale Eye Physicians, Arizona Family Vision Center and Southwestern Eye Center clinics, where they will spend half‐day, four days a week until May. Upon completion of 1,000 hours, the students will be eligible for their ophthalmology certification. “Feedback from the optometrists or ophthalmologists at the various offices has been very positive. Students are showing remarkable maturity and even working independently with patients” said Belinda Long, medical assisting instructor. “It is my hope the program will expand in the future with additional clinical sites, so we can continue to meet the demand for trained technicians.” This spring, EVIT anticipates receiving a donation of gently used equipment from Southwestern Eye Center including an exam chair, a phoropter that measures an individual's refractive error and determines his or her eyeglass prescription, and a slit lamp used to examine the different parts of the eye.
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Training tomorrow’s leaders Submitted by Tony Garcia, Law Enforcement Instructor EVIT Law Enforcement students participated in a number of hands‐on learning opportunities in the past few months. Below are some of the highlights and upcoming events: Dec. 9: Senior Cadets went to the Maricopa County Sheriff Office for a full day of Detention Officer training. This included taser training, pepper ball launching weapon system, K9 training, defensive tactics, and use of force training scenarios. Feb. 11: EVIT Cadets participated in the Mesa Police Department Explorer Team Building Challenge. This event is held yearly by MPD and consists of various team building events in which the cadets are placed with other Explorer Posts and given assignments to complete. Feb. 14: EVIT Cadets raised more than $517.00 for the Mesa Police Department and the Police Unity Tour. This money will go to help officers who have died in the line of duty. Cadets recently participated in the Shoulder Tapping project. This project puts the Cadets in a “undercover” role in which they ap‐proach individuals to ask if they will buy them alcohol. They are watched over by various police agencies. Feb. 24: Senior Cadets were given a “First Responder: Actions of the Initial Responding Officer” course by Everest College covering topics such as officer safety, damage control, and processing evidence. March 21: Senior Cadets will be going to the National Guard Firearm Training Center located in Florence, Arizona. Students will participate in a virtual firearm training facility and paintball “battleground” scenario. April 10: Senior Cadets will host a day for various counselors and ROTC instructors to learn about EVIT Law Enforcement. Visitor ac‐tivities will include climbing the U.S. Army rock wall.
Program Spotlight: Law EnforcementProgram Spotlight: Law Enforcement
EVIT Law Enforcement helps prepare students for a career in a criminal justice/law enforcement‐related field. They study crime and surrounding responses, examine the causes of crime, criminal law, constitutional law, and constitu‐tional safeguards and gain a strong foundation in the organization and operation of the criminal justice system includ‐ing the police, courts, jails, prisons, probation and parole departments, and community corrections agencies.
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Counselor’s CornerCounselor’s Corner
Amount Amount may vary (Up to $125,000 available)
Basic Qualifications Graduating High School Seniors, Currently enrolled in the Collision Repair/Auto Body program
Due Date March 2, 2012
EVIT Contact David Pullman 480‐461‐4158
More Information Collision Repair Education Foundation 1‐888‐722‐3787 Collision Repair Education Foundation website
Collision Repair Education Foundation Scholarship
A variety of college scholarship opportunities are available for high school students. For a complete list and additional information on how to apply, please contact David Pullman, EVIT Counselor, at 480‐461‐4108.
Amount Amount may vary (Up to $1,000 available)
Basic Qualifications Planning to attend an accredited Arizona institution of higher education, Full time student in the Fall of 2012 (12 credit hours), 2.5 overall GPA, able to show finan‐cial need.
Due Date April 2, 2012
EVIT Contact David Pullman 480‐461‐4158
More Information Chandler Assistance League Chairperson 480‐792‐1600 or 480‐792‐1606 Chandler Assistance League Scholarship Application (pdf)
Chandler Assistance League Scholarship
EVIT offers occupation‐specific summer school programs
EVIT offers a variety of summer learning opportunities in specific program areas such as Aviation, Automotive Technologies and Radio Broadcasting/Audio Production and Media Marketing (BAMM).
Aviation Summer Program (7th‐9th grade only) Automotive Technologies Summer Program BAMM Summer Program
Students needing to take summer school courses for credit recovery, or to help alleviate potential scheduling conflicts, are encouraged to speak with their home high school registrar or guidance counselor. EVIT Counselors are also available to assist students in finding summer school programs to meet individual graduation requirements. For more information, please contact your EVIT Counselor or call 480‐461‐4000.
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Cosmetology students created Valentine's day inspired hair styles with the top three from each class being recognized. AM Cosmetology winners (left): Sadie Johnson (1st), Zoe Anaya (2nd) and Eisbeth Bustamonte (3rd).
PM Cosmetology winners (right): Samantha Phillips (1st), Candice Padilla (2nd) and Anna Forrister (3rd).
On Feb. 14, EVIT Law Enforcement presented more than $500 to Mesa Police Chief Frank Milstead to support the Police Unity Ride. Chief Milstead also spent time speaking with students and answering their questions.
Photo GalleryPhoto Gallery
EVIT partnered with Mesa Sister Cities to host exchange students Bryan and Jonathan from Guaymas, Mexico for two weeks in February. They spent time learning in EMT, Firefighting, Biotechnology and Culinary.
Walk‐a‐thon to benefit Juvenile Diabetes on March 5 & 6
HOSA is ramping up with its annual service project which is a walk‐a‐thon for Juvenile Diabetes. It will be at the main campus on March 5 and at the east campus on March 6 during both AM and PM sessions. Last year, EVIT students raised the most money in the nation—more than $12,500—at the walk‐a‐thon.
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The "Condo Cuties" of the Red Hat Club from Apache Junction spent the afternoon at EVIT getting pampered by Cosmetology students. Don’t forget to book your appointment by calling 480‐461‐4033!
The Advanced Fire Science class participated in live fire training making attacks on the propane tank prop and car prop. These drills are designed to get students ready for working as reserve and full‐time firefighters in local communities.
PR offers tools to help fill 12/13 class rosters Submitted by Katie Askins, Director of Recruitment The Public Relations team has been busy promoting EVIT programs. As we are entering registration season, keep in mind that we are able to assist you in the following ways: Flyers, letters, direct mailers. If you would like to send out a flyer, letter or any type of mailer, we are
available to help you create documents, write any letters or do any proofing that may be necessary. Automated Phone Messages. If you would to send a personal phone message to interested students we
can use our School Messenger system to send out a pre‐recorded message. Please contact Katie Askins at 480‐461‐4029 to schedule a time to record it. It will sound more personal coming from you!
Electronic Mail. There are many ways you can utilize electronic mail. If you are interested in sending out a mass email to interested students we can help you do that! We can also send information and invita‐tions for upcoming events and messages to current EVIT parents. Best of all, it's free!
Along with helping you follow up with prospective students, we have been busy giving more than 350 presentations to students across the East Valley, attending lunchtime events, radio remotes, parent nights, and career days. Thanks to those teachers who provided students to each of the high schools we visited this year. Your stu‐dents did a great job representing your program and speaking with all of our interested students. If you have any suggestions for recruiting or need assistance, please let us know!
Public Relations UpdatePublic Relations Update
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Business & Industry PartnershipsBusiness & Industry Partnerships New members added to EVIT Advisory Councils Submitted by Janice Parker, Partnership Development The East Valley Institute of Technology maintains partnerships with business and industry throughout the East Valley to ensure that all training programs provide students with job skills necessary at employment. Students learn in a working environment while developing a broad range of skills essential for successful living.
To promote greater co‐operation between edu‐cation and industry, each program has an advisory council made up mostly of private sector members who volunteer their time, talent and knowledge to support and strengthen career and technical education. EVIT also maintains strong relationships with business & industry partners such as local car dealerships, restaurants, hospitals, salons, higher education and trade organizations.
EVIT welcomes the following new members to Advisory Councils: If you are a business owner or industry representative that would like to learn more about partnering with EVIT to prepare tomorrow's workforce and leaders, please contact Janice Parker at 480‐461‐4027 or [email protected].
Name Company Advisory Council
Bob Schubert Impact Auto Body Collision Repair
Jill Pauline JPID Interior Design Interior Design
Denise Milano CoCo Milano's Interior Design
Karen Barnes Elegant Window Interior Design
Scott Nance Artistic Tile and Stone Interior Design
Veronica Corney Comfortable Surroundings Interior Design
Debra English Doola Design Interior Design
Steven Lynch Floating Lotus Yoga Studio Massage Therapy
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General AnnouncementsGeneral Announcements
March Birthdays
1 Laurie Morehouse 18 Belinda Long
3 Laura McKinley 18 Anita Moody
5 Caralee Price 22 James Fisher
6 Arturo Zamorano 23 Sharon Hillen
9 Michele Honse 23 Moroni Mejia
12 Leon Zamora 25 Sue Gao
13 John Hall 25 Sarah Liu
13 Sharon Richter 29 Kathie Kopp
15 Edith Perez 30 Lou Ann Hoffman
16 Victor Reichstein
Trip Reduction Program
In a partnership with Valley Metro, the EVIT Trip Reduction Program is designed to reduce single occupant vehicle (SOV) trips to the work site.
If you carpool, vanpool, walk, bike or ride the bus to school you are considered an Alternate Mode User (AMU), and you can register to win quarterly prizes valued at $25.
For more information, or to sign up as an alternative mode user, contact Liz Bortkun at 480‐461‐4160 or e‐mail [email protected].
You can find more information about carpooling at www.sharetheride.com or bus route information at www.valleymetro.com.