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Campus News 🗞️
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Moore Norman Technology Center students return from Oklahoma SkillsUSA Regional Leadership Conference with a total of 67 medals. The journey to SkillsUSA Championships begins at the local level, then regionals, and now our qualifiers will attempt to win at the state leadership conference in a few months.
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Congratulations to MNTC Physical Therapy Services student Katie Johns, the February Moore Norman Technology Center Foundation Student of the Month. Katie is recognized for her outstanding character, leadership, and commitment to excellence.
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Moore Norman Technology Center Foundation is proud to honor Alexandria Burdett as the February Student of the Month. Alex is recognized for her exceptional leadership, professionalism, and dedication to excellence in the Legal Office Services program.
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MNTC hosts a spring blood drive, 2026 Donor Champion "More Than Ice in Our Veins". Schedule your appointment online for Wednesday, March 25 between 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for the opportunity to help saves lives! Our goal is to fill every appointment spot.
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We are thrilled to announce two MNTC students officially learned the roles they will serve on the 2025–2026 Oklahoma HOSA State Officer Team.
AUA+ student, Jacqueline Olivares, was elected as Oklahoma HOSA president. She is making history at MNTC as the first MNTC student serving as president for the organization. Jacqueline is also a senior at Norman High School.
Biomedical student, Brayden Smith, was elected as Oklahoma HOSA treasurer. Brayden is also a senior at Southmoore High School.
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Aylin Duque-Ramirez has been named the Moore Norman Technology Center Foundation High School Student of the Month for exemplifying character, leadership, and dedication to excellence. Nominated by her MNTC Physical Therapy Services (PTS) instructor Frank Romero, Aylin is known for her professionalism, integrity, and commitment to serving others.
Print Media 📰
Find us in the news!
MNTC Skilled Workforce Series: Prep for College with MNTC’s Engineering Program - Moore Monthly February 2026 issue
MNTC Skilled Workforce Series: CPR Training and Life-Saving Skills - Moore Monthly January 2026 issue
Need Career Development Options? - Moore Monthly November 2025
April was Community Service Month and reporter Sam Royka interviewed MNTC CTSO students for a feature what giving back means to them. Their insight is incredible!
Read the story of graduating Cosmetology student Sienna Rosales and her uncle CNC Machining alumnus Kandro Brown who both credit MNTC for their professional success.
SkillsUSA Office Lilia Valerio-Weekley and CTSO Coordinator Traci Hopper talk about the leadership skills and opportunities available through career tech student organizations.
Economic Developer Tim Burg spoke with Moore Monthly about the value of MNTC business assessments and keeping businesses informed about grant opportunities. For an added tie-in, click here to read about MNTC Alumnus Anthony Petrilla. The story about Anthony’s successful carpentry business earlier this spring. A few months later he secured a $27,000 OIEP grant thanks to a tip from Tim!
Broadcast Media 📺
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KOCO News
STEM Spotlight: Technology center prepares Oklahomans for aviation, aerospace careers
Oklahoma MNTC engineering students test space debris device in zero gravity.
New shooting range to offer specialized training for law enforcement officers.
KFOR News
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MNTC Blogs 👩💻
Timely topics and a quick read.
Subscribe to the MNTC tech talks blog to receive brief, but helpful tips to use in your daily life. Our staff of experts and industry connections will share quick bits of knowledge from car maintenance, health & wellness, software tips, career tips and more.
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Microsoft Excel can boost your productivity and help you organize data for both personal and professional settings. One of the most effective ways to leverage Excel’s capabilities is by mastering its formulas. One way to get started is by taking a class like Excel: Level 1 or Excel: Level 2 at Moore Norman Technology Center to help you get comfortable using Excel.
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When you're looking for work, time matters. You don’t want to spend years (or even months) in training if you need a job now. The good news? Moore Norman Technology Center offers Forklift Training that can often be completed in just a few hours. Complete this training and make it one of the fastest ways to add a valuable skill to your resume.
Here are three powerful reasons to consider getting certified as a forklift operator: get hired faster, earn better pay and gain stability, and open doors to more industries and career paths.
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As a new or experienced driver, it’s important not only to understand the rules of the road but also to take good care of your vehicle. Basic car maintenance ensures your car runs smoothly and safely. Moore Norman Technology Center offers several classes like Engine Insights, Rolling Safe with Wheels, Tires, and Brakes Basics, Stay Calm Stay Safe, and Under the Hood Essentials to educate and build awareness of essential car maintenance.
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Learning SQL (Structured Query Language) is a huge asset in an IT career—regardless of your specific role. It's one of those skills that quietly powers the digital world behind the scenes.
Here are the top 3 reasons why people would want to learn SQL:
1. Data is Everything - and SQL is How You Access It
2. It's In-Demand Across Roles and Industries
3. It's Simple to Learn, Yet Powerful
One way to get started is by taking a class like SQL 1-Introduction to Querying Data, SLQ 2 - Advanced Queries, and SQL 3 - Database Management at Moore Norman Technology Center to help you get comfortable using SQL.
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One of the biggest advantages of a 3-wheel motorcycle over traditional motorcycles is the stability. With two wheels in the front and one in the back, you don’t have to worry about balancing like on a two-wheeler. However, just because a 3-wheel motorcycle is more stable doesn’t mean it doesn’t require a solid understanding of how to handle the vehicle, especially in different road conditions.
Publications 📗
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Check out our digital bookshelf! 📚
Find publications like:
- Advisory Member Handbook
- Adult Health Application Booklets
- Student Handbook
- Class Catalog
- Progress Report to Taxpayers
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