- River Valley Technical Center
River Valley Technical Center is a technical and vocational school located in Springfield,
Vermont . It serves students fromSpringfield High School (Vermont) in addition to students from Green Mountain Union High School, Bellows Falls Union High School, Fall Mountain Regional High School and Black River High School. Until the 2007-2008 school year, the center was under the jurisdiction of the Springfield School District until all towns who send students to the center voted to separate from the Springfield School District and fall under the purview of a newly-created district.Infobox Secondary school
name = River Valley Technical Center
type = Public secondary
grades = 9–12
city = 303 South StreetSpringfield, Vermont
country =USA
director = Carl Mock
assistant director = Scott Farr
website = http://rvtc.org/=Mission Statement=The Mission of the River Valley Technical Center is to educate today's students for tomorrow's careers and for all students to
• Demonstrate the skills, knowledge and character necessary to become productive workers and life-long learners.
• Participate in a positive environment that integrates academic and technical education through applied learning.
• Benefit from teachers’ professional growth and continuous improvement of curricula that emphasizes the changing workplace and the pursuit of educational excellence.
• Have the opportunity to attain nationally recognized industry credentials or certifications through the completion of courses and programs.
• Demonstrate a sense of pride and ownership in their school and community.
• Have the opportunity to explore various career areas and to participate in workplace experiences.
=Administration=
Carpentry
The RVTC Carpentry Program offers students the opportunity to take a hands-on approach to carpentry and construction. Students will complete several projects using the school’s first-rate tools and equipment. Every year the carpentry program builds a house in the massive workshop.
Courses
Emergency and Fire Management
Students learn the demanding tasks of dealing with fires as well as rescue operations. The program includes three days a week of training at the Springfield Fire Station and two days in the classroom to give you a well-rounded education in the field of fire science. At the end of your two-year education, students will be eligible to take the test for the state Firefighter I certification.
Courses
Graphic Design
Students will work across all areas of Graphic Design, from taking photographs to cutting and folding printed materials in this course.
Courses
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