Debbie Short, an instructor in Meridian Technology Center’s STEM Academy, was recently named an Outstanding Teacher by Project Lead the Way (PLTW). PLTW is a nonprofit organization that provides a transformative learning experience for PreK-12 students and teachers across the U.S. PLTW empowers students to develop in-demand, transportable knowledge and skills through pathways in computer […]

The Payne County Workforce Partnership, a collaboration between industry, education, local economic development organizations and the Oklahoma Works office in Payne County is on a journey. Their destination is a framework that positions Payne County for the expansion and attraction of businesses by having a workforce pipeline to meet industry’s needs. They’ll do that through […]

The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) has designated the Pharmacy Technology program at Meridian Technology Center a recognized education/training program for students pursuing their Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential. Beginning in 2020, a person can only qualify to take the PTCB exam if they attend a recognized education program or if they have equivalent work […]

Brandon Ellis is getting a firsthand look at leadership. Ellis, a 2015 graduate of Meridian Technology Center and Pawnee High School, recently accepted a full-time position as a staff assistant for Senator Jim Inhofe’s office in Washington, D.C. In this role, Ellis’ typical day might include greeting guests, traveling with the senator to meetings and […]