CKTC’s robotics team – The Crickets –  were very honored and pleased to be awarded a grant in the amount of $3,200 by the Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO). These funds will go directly toward the design and development of next year’s robot, and other expenses related to the continued success of the program.

“PSO and our employees seek to play an active, positive role in the communities where we live and work. Our partnerships, grants and sponsorships are among the many ways we strive to improve the quality of life for all in our communities.” – Michael Hixson, PSO Manager of External Affairs

“In education, as in life, actions speak louder than words. PSO is a great example of a company that truly embodies this adage, as they continue to generously support our kids’ success. We appreciate their sponsorship, and look forward to another successful robotics season.” – Reed Allen, Team 2373 Lead Mentor/Coach

Caddo Kiowa Technology Center Superintendent Tony Hancock recently recognized CKTC Board of Education President Dustin Tackett for holding the longest term as President on the CKTC BOE. Tackett has served as president for 14 years.

ABOVE: CKTC Superintendent Tony Hancock and CKTC President Dustin Tackett.

Tether Tech Safety, USA received the Incubator Tenant of the Year at the annual Oklahoma Venture Forum awards luncheon held at the Oklahoma History Center.

This award, presented by the Oklahoma Business Incubator Association, recognizes outstanding startup companies currently housed in one of the 31 Oklahoma business incubators. Caddo Kiowa Business Development Center Incubator manager Shawn Freie, nominated Tether Tech Safety, USA for the prestigious award.

Located in Caddo Kiowa Technology Center’s Business Incubator, TTS manufactures a product designed to protect against tractor trailer wheel-off incidents, using a thick steel cable running through the axle tube and tethered to a pair of wheel-end caps. This design prevents the wheel assembly from separating in the event of a bearing failure. Developers Billy Turner and Troy Miller.

The event included recognition for economic impact, venture of the year, new venture, entrepreneurial champion and incubator tenant, recognizing all aspects related to the entrepreneurial community. All nominated companies are independently owned and operated, and headquartered inside Oklahoma.

From July 6-8, seventy-nine teachers from across the state of Oklahoma (including CKTC’s Crystal Nation) attended an immersive three-day summer retreat sponsored by the people of Oklahoma Oil and Natural Gas.

The goal of the Oklahoma Energy Resources Board (OERB) Educators’ Retreat is to provide teachers the opportunity to expand their knowledge about the state’s largest industry so they can provide context and Oklahoma-applications for lessons they already teach in their classroomThe all-expenses paid event offered hands-on industry experience and exclusive tours, including Schlumberger’s Oklahoma City facility, Enbridge’s facilities in Cushing, and a drilling rig tour hosted by Unit Drilling Company and Coterra Energy. The retreat also included a safety briefing before each tour, a presentation from Engaged Learning and a Women in STEM panel discussion.

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MEET, GREET & COMPLETE! Students and parents will be able to meet and greet their teachers and classmates as well as complete their enrollment on Monday August 8 at CKTC from 9:00am to 2:00pm and 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Contact us if you have any questions or need any further information! #CKTC #OKCareerTech #MeetGreetAndComplete #BackToSchool