Today, Monday, April 8th, parts of the United States will be treated to a total solar eclipse. While Connecticut won't be in the path of totality, we'll still get to witness a partial solar eclipse, with about 90 to 95 percent of the sun obscured by the moon. The partial eclipse will kick off around 2:13 p.m., peak around 3:30 p.m., and gradually fade back to regular daylight around 4:30 p.m.
This event is a rare occurrence and presents a unique learning opportunity, one that will be discussed in classrooms over the coming days. It's worth noting that this partial eclipse will coincide with dismissal at some of our schools and afterschool activities. Remember, it's unsafe to observe a partial solar eclipse without proper eye protection such as specialized glasses or filters.
For more information and resources regarding the upcoming solar eclipse, visit the National Weather Service webpage.
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Monday, April 8th, parts of the United States will be treated to a total solar eclipse. While Connecticut won't be in the path of totality, we'll still get to witness a partial solar eclipse, with about 90 to 95 percent of the sun obscured by the moon. The partial eclipse will kick off around 2:13 p.m., peak around 3:30 p.m., and gradually fade back to regular daylight around 4:30 p.m.
This event is a rare occurrence and presents a unique learning opportunity, one that will be discussed in classrooms over the coming days. It's worth noting that this partial eclipse will coincide with dismissal at some of our schools and afterschool activities. Remember, it's unsafe to observe a partial solar eclipse without proper eye protection such as specialized glasses or filters.
For more information and resources regarding the upcoming solar eclipse, visit the National Weather Service webpage.
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We had a great visit from 4 companies today. They met with the PMT & Mechatronics sophomores and juniors. The event was arranged by Anne Benowitz from the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce. The special thanks to the company reps from Edgewell, Bausch & Strobel, Brook & Whittle & Times Microwave.
#platttech #platttechstudents #platttechstaff #platttechpanthers #ctecs #skilledtrades
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Students from the Student Equity Ambassador (SEA) Committee and students from the Black and Latino course offered at Platt Tech were a part of this dynamic student summit where voice and agency matter in collaboration with SERC (State Education Resource Center) at Southern State Connecticut University on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. This day included active, experiential learning, where participants were able to explore the significance of “browndaries” and the intersection of our multiple identities in the world today. Through the lens of resistance and resilience, these students were able to unearth their own identity and engage in sessions that propelled them toward personal success, happiness, and meaningful service to our communities.
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Congrats to Platt Technical High School's Athletic Director Victor Cooper, who was recently honored with the 2024 Outstanding New Athletic Administrator Award from the Connecticut Association of Athletic Directors (CAAD)! 👏👏
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Alumni Success Stories, Ep. 9: Eric Preneta, Automotive Technology
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Platt Tech Information Technology and NASA HUNCH
In 2018 Platt Tech Information Technology started to compete in the NASA HUNCH program and we have sent finalist 5 times. This year we are proud to send Dominic Martinez, class of 2024, to Houston to demonstrate his ”Environmental Control and Sensor Alarm System” to NASA engineers and astronauts.
The HUNCH mission is to empower and inspire students through a Project Based Learning program where high school students learn 21st century skills and have the opportunity to launch their careers through the participation in the design and fabrication of real world valued products for NASA.
Congratulations to Dominic. #platttechspirit #platttech #platttechstudents #platttechpanthers
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Are you looking to connect with bright young talent in the tech industry? Platt Technical High School is hosting a career fair, and we want YOU to join us!
This is your opportunity to showcase your company, share insights about your industry, and engage with motivated students eager to kickstart their careers.
Date: Monday April 22
Time: 11:00-2:00
Location: Platt Technical High School
Don't miss out on this chance to inspire the next generation of tech leaders. Secure your spot now by scanning the QR code or using the link to reserve your spot.
Let's shape the future together!
@CTTECHHS
#TechCareerFair #Platthighschool #FutureLeaders #ctecs #platttech #platttechstudents #platttechstaff #platttechpanthers
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Connecticut technical high schools offer women a space in male-dominated fields
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Tomorrow is Skills USA State Competition. The students have been working hard getting ready this year. Please encourage them to do their best tomorrow. If you are interested in watching the awards, they will be live streamed.
Here is the link youtube.com/live/AEZTXYumJDM?feature=share. The awards will start sometime around 6 pm tomorrow,
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Donate to Platt's St. Baldrick Event. With less than a month to go for fundraising, we are currently at $2,947 for St. Baldrick's.
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Platt tech Electrical seniors have started working at our “sister” school, Stratford aviation school, located in the Sikorsky Memorial Airport.
In the first phase of this job, Platt is looking to change out all the lighting to LED in 3 classrooms, and the paint shop. The paint shop fixtures are “explosion proof fixtures”, where we are changing out the 250 watt Metal Halide fixtures to a 35 watt LED equivalent light output. They are removing the ballasts and wiring the sockets direct.
In the 3 classrooms, we are roughly taking down 21 existing 2 lamp T12 lights, and replacing them with only 9 Led light fixtures. (producing more light then the previous 21) 21 x 80 watts existing to 9 x 40 watts new LED
The electrical consumption will be reduced easily by 50%, and by way more the paint shop. 250watts to 35 watts x 21 fixtures… Do the math on that!
We are also installing new LED Exit and emergency lights.
Thanks to Northeast Electric, Donny Williams (on state contract) for also giving us a $15 rebate per 2x4 LED light fixture for the high efficiency…
#platttech #platttechstudents #platttechstaff #platttechpanthers #platttechelectrical
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Photos from Todd Blosser's post
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Platt seniors from Carpentry, Collision Repair, Electrical, HVAC, & Plumbing & Heating participated in the Connecticut Pre-Apprenticeship High School Training Program last week. The students met with the various unions and earned their flagged certification with @New England Laborers Training Academy. Thank you to @Iron Workers Union 424, @IUOE Local 478 Operating Engineers, @International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, @New England Laborers’ Union for meeting with the Platt students.
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Platt seniors from Carpentry, Collision Repair, Electrical, HVAC, & Plumbing & Heating participated in the Connecticut Pre-Apprenticeship High School Training Program last week. The students met with the various unions and earned their flagged certification with @New England Laborers Training Academy. Thank you to @Iron Workers Union 424, @IUOE Local 478 Operating Engineers, @International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, @New England Laborers’ Union for meeting with the Platt students.
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Firestone is holding a hiring fair!
This is a statewide hiring event. They are conducting interviews on the spot so be prepared. They are hiring everything from Retail Salespeople, entry-level techs and even, Lead/Master Techs!
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Platt Tech Double Header!! Come out and support your Platt Pathers by wearing red!
The Wave is Here!!!
Tomorrow is the big RED Wave Rivalry games vs O'Brien Tech. Both the boys and girls teams play in a double header. Contests, music, giveaways, door prizes, and more will be on tap for the special night. Show your Panther Pride by wearing red.
#platttech #platttechpanthers #platttechstudents #platttechstaff
#platttechspirit #platttechfamily #ctecs #platttechathletics #platttechgameday #platttechsports Connecticut Technical Conference
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