Mercer County Technical Schools

The MCTS Experience

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Mercer County Technical Schools are proud to announce the start of "The MCTS Experience". We are here to help students, parents, community members, and school leaders to bring knowledge to everyone about our schools. Our fearless leaders, Mick Orfe and David Nash will be the hosts of this podcast bringing in guests to help further the listening experience. We will post a full episode monthly. Please subscribe! If you have any suggestions or questions please email Nick Sakowski at nsakowski@mcts.edu. Enjoy!

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S2 E7.0: April 2020 24.04.2020 12:15

A social distancing episode from Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash! We have Griffin Hewitt, a student from our HVAC program, to talk about his future and his experience with CTE. The podcast will still go strong and we will keep grinding. Take a listen to find out more, be safe! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: goo.gl/nc1h...

S2 E6.0: March 2020 30.03.2020 8:12

A social distancing episode from Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash! The podcast will still go strong and we will keep grinding. Take a listen to find out more, be safe! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: goo.gl/nc1hEf @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: twitter.com/mctsnj Yout...

S2 E5.0: February 2020 29.02.2020 38:43

This monthly episode has us talking to our Student of the Week, Luz Romero, our Teacher Tip, Ms. Cash, and our Featured Guest, Matthew Festa, who was awarded our Successful Graduate of the Year award. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash take us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Google P...

S2 E4.1: The Next Great Generation ft. Jonathan Catherman 10.02.2020 17:35

This mini-episode brings us into the world of the next generation. Jonathan Catherman has a great vision in his upcoming books, "Guiding The Next Great Generation" and "Becoming The Next Great Generation". Jonathan talks about the way a CTE program can help guide and understand the students of today. Take a listen to learn more! https://thecathermans.com/ @mctsnj www.mcts.edu I...

S2 E4: The Student Wing Intro 23.01.2020 5:21

The new podcast for MCTS! The Student Wing will bring students together to help each other through high school experiences. Jess and Spencer from MCTS take you on this journey to introduce you to The Student Wing. Take a listen! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: goo.gl/nc1hEf Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/mctsnj...

S2 E3.1: The Time Is Now 13.01.2020 16:06

We welcome everyone back from break and also dive into the fact that it is now time to apply! Take a listen and enjoy! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: goo.gl/nc1hEf Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/mctsnj @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: twitter.com/mctsnj Youtub...

S2 E3.0: November & December 2019 10.12.2019 14:41

This monthly episode has us talking to three amazing students, Jess, Spencer, and Marissa. They dive into what their futures will be and how they got to where they are today. Our fearless leader, Mr. Orfe, takes us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Google Play and iTunes. @mctsnj www.mcts.edu I...

S2 E2.1: Drive One 4 Ur School Fundraiser 18.11.2019 6:13

Our Drive One 4 Ur School fundraiser was a great opportunity to talk to some students who took the time to help our school raise money! Thank you to all who came out! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: goo.gl/nc1hEf Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/mctsnj @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook:...

S2 E2.0: October 2019 31.10.2019 21:19

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Ben Baughman, our teacher tip from Mr. Acquaviva, and our featured guests Lori Russo the Supervisor of Secondary Education of the Assunpink Center. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash, take us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify,...

S2 E1.0: September 2019 30.09.2019 23:31

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Kenny Reimer, our teacher tip from Anthony Giovannetti, and our featured guests Dr. James Fazzone the principal of Arthur R. Sypek Center. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash, take us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Google P...

S2 E1.2: Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory 19.09.2019 22:08

We welcome Shannon Swilley Greco from Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory on this mini-episode. Shannon discussed PPPL and our new relationship with them to create opportunities for our students. Contact Shannon: sgreco@pppl.gov www.pppl.gov Apple Podcast Spotify Google Play Apple Podcast has the timestamps built into player. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:06 - PPPL School Presentations 00:03:41...

S2 E1.1: Welcome Back! 06.09.2019 7:45

Welcome back, students! Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash dive into the first day of school, enjoy! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: goo.gl/nc1hEf Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/mctsnj @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: youtube.com/@mctsnj LinkedIn...

S1 E9.2: Closing of 2018-19! 01.07.2019 12:04

On June 18, we recorded our farewell for the school year. Mick and Dave put together their closing remarks and best moments of the 2018-19 school year. This is our last episode for season 01 and can not wait to come back for season 02! Make sure to listen all the way through to learn more, enjoy! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.c...

S1 E9.1: STEM Academy - Inaugural Seniors 17.06.2019 6:58

Today we are featuring our inaugural STEM seniors. Zikiya, Alexander, Christian, and Sharon, talk about their time in the STEM Academy and their futures. Make sure to listen all the way through to learn more, enjoy! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: goo.gl/nc1hEf @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: instagram.com/mct...

S1 E9.0: May 2019 31.05.2019 40:34

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Emily "Chip" Frascella, our teacher tip from Mr. Birdsall, and our featured guests Bill Donavon and Gary Mattia from the Adult Evening School. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash, take us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spo...

S1 E8.0: April 2019 30.04.2019 32:51

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Andreyanna Thermitus, our teacher tip from Mr. Bender, and our featured guest Hope Nemeth, Pre-Nursing teacher, from MCTS. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash takes us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Google Play and iTunes....

S1 E7.1: NPR Student Podcast Challenge 15.04.2019 8:07

For the NPR Student Podcast Challenge, the Academy of Culinary Arts class explained on how impactful CTE is for students coming out of middle school. The students that participated are Scott Nemeth, Jason Arnold and Anastasiya Kuzmenko. As 10th graders, we have so many great opportunities being full time academy students and how quickly you mature in this scenario. We explain how important CTE is...

S1 E7.0: March 2019 26.03.2019 32:30

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Giayana Feliciano, our teacher tip from Mr. Sbar, and our featured guest Danielle Marasco, guidance counselor, from Hamilton High School West. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash takes us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Goog...

S1 E6.1: Mr. Lugo 12.03.2019 19:17

We say goodbye to Mr. Lugo and hear his memories/thoughts about his time here at MCTS. Take a listen! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: goo.gl/nc1hEf @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: twitter.com/mctsnj Youtube: youtube.com/@mctsnj LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company...

S1 E6.0: February 2019 01.03.2019 27:04

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Alex Micharski, our teacher tip from Mr. Bryde, and our featured guest Mr. Bittings, principal, from Mercer County Technical Schools. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash takes us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Google Play a...

S1 E5.1: Kacper Zajdel - Horticulture and Turf Care Management 05.02.2019 11:12

Today we are featuring Kacper Zajdel who attends our Horticulture and Turf Care Management program in the AM session. Kacper talks about his goals and what he has done at MCTS. He also aspires to be a firefighter and own a landscaping company. Make sure to listen all the way through to learn more, enjoy! @mctsnj www.mcts.edu Instagram: www.instagram.com/mctsnj Facebook: fb.me/mctsnj Twitter: www.t...

S1 E5.0: January 2019 25.01.2019 29:36

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Thomas Bolton, our teacher tip from Mr. Nash, and our featured guest Barbara Dudycz from Mercer County Community College. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash takes us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Google Play and iTunes. @...

S1 E4.0: December 2018 21.12.2018 39:42

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Megan Lako, our teacher tip from Mrs. Perlman, and our featured guest John Henry from New Jersey School Board Associations. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash take us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Google Play and iTunes....

S1 E3.1: Lowe's HR 10.12.2018 15:28

Today we are featuring Eric Kalet from Lowe's of Hamilton and Steve Devine from Lowe's of Princeton. Eric and Steve are both HR managers of their respected locations. They come onto the show today to discuss the amazing opportunities they offer to full and part time staff members and more. Dave Nash brings it all together and make sure to listen all the way through to learn more, enjoy!...

S1 E3.0: November 2018 21.11.2018 26:52

This monthly episode has us visiting our student of the week Paige Cupp, our teacher tip from Mr. Nace, and our featured guest Principal Angelo DeStefano from Assunpink. Our fearless leaders, Mr. Orfe and Mr. Nash take us on this journey to learn more about Mercer County Technical Schools and have some fun along the way! Make sure to listen to us on Spotify, Google Play and iTunes. @mctsnj www.mct...