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During Manufacturing Week, students in the OCVTS Engineering Technology Program, located in Jackson, NJ stepped inside the world of advanced manufacturing with an industry tour of Independence Cryogenic Engineering (ICE)/626 in Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey.

From designing and building to testing and shipping MRI and X-ray systems, students witnessed firsthand the precision engineering, technical expertise, and collaboration required to produce complex medical imaging equipment that supports life-saving diagnoses and patient care.

Kirk Stevenson, General Manager, led the tour, introducing students to employees whose diverse backgrounds and skill sets contribute to the company’s success. Their stories highlighted an important message: there are multiple pathways to a rewarding career in advanced manufacturing and engineering. Through hands-on technical training, specialized skills, and real-world experience, students can prepare for opportunities in high-demand industries without every career path requiring a traditional four-year college degree.

The experience also offered a glimpse into the scale and impact of ICE/626’s work, including its role in a highly competitive engineering industry with leaders such as NASA and its business relationships with major pharmaceutical companies such as Merck and Pfizer.

In a special welcome to OCVTS students, the company’s CEO shared a video message emphasizing the growing need for the next generation of skilled workers. As ICE/626 hosted its first student tour, the visit created a valuable connection between classroom learning and the workforce opportunities awaiting today’s emerging talent.

At OCVTS, Career and Technical Education connects students with industry, transforms technical knowledge into practical skills, and opens doors to meaningful careers. Experiences like this demonstrate how industry partnerships help prepare students to become tomorrow’s engineers, innovators, and skilled professionals.

@ocvtsemployment
#OCVTS #ManufacturingWeek

OCVTS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
2 YEAR / 900 HOURS / JACKSON, NJ ⚙️
ℹ️ LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
www.ocvts.org/engineering-computers by @ocvts

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A huge round of applause to Garden State Precast Inc. for their outstanding contribution during Manufacturing Week! By showing our OCVTS Engineering Technology students the ropes, you're not just shaping skilled workers; you're inspiring the future of our workforce! 🛠️

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
2 YEAR / 900 HOURS / JACKSON, NJ
This Program is an authentic makerspace equipped with machinery used in industry, designed to meet the current and emerging workforce needs in the advanced manufacturing industry. Students in the program will explore the production of metal and plastic products through manual and automated processes. Completers of this program will acquire a diverse and well-rounded set of academic and technical skills that will prepare them to enter the workforce and/or college. Students interested in pursuing a degree in engineering will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of production machinery. This knowledge is valuable to aspiring engineers as they will possess a well-rounded understanding of the production process, allowing them to problem-solve and troubleshoot design challenges before they hit the production floor. We do this using project-based learning that will take the students through the prototyping and development process all the way through the production process. Areas of study include: Computer Numerical Control (CNC) theory/operations, interpreting engineering drawings, quality control, production planning, digital read-out skills, metal fabrication, GTAW (TIG) welding, GMAW (MIG) welding, precision measurement and analysis, manual machining operations, Robotics and more...

WHAT IS MFG WEEK?
Manufacturing Day & Week is an opportunity for manufacturers to highlight their work and their workers and to energize a future pipeline of skilled workers. An annual event that occurs on the first Friday of October, MFG DAY is an occasion during which manufacturers open their doors to showcase the potential of modern manufacturing and foster interest in manufacturing careers.

@gardenstateprecast @ocvtsemployment
#manufacturingweek #ocvts #careerandtechnicaleducation #gardenstateprecast by @ocvts

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KOMO Machine, INC. and their sister company, Polyurethane Machinery Corporation (PMC) welcomed OCVTS Engineering Technology students from our Jackson Center for a tour of their 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility during Manufacturing Week. The tour included live demonstrations, including by an OCVTS graduate, and gift-bags with hats and t-shirts!

Director of Engineering, Steve Chen, and his knowledgeable staff were amazing hosts! During the tour, students learned about and saw firsthand how Komo designs and manufactures high-precision, American-made computer numerically controlled CNC routers and machining centers. Komo and PMC are committed to supporting the next generation of skilled trades professionals. Both companies hope to see some of our bright students again, perhaps as future interns or team members!

Komo serves industries working with wood, plastics, composites, aluminum, and ferrous metals for aerospace, automotive, cabinetry, and metal fabrication. PMC specializes in manufacturing high-performance spray foam and polyurea coating equipment. Komo and PNC also provide career opportunities in welding, fabrication, and electrical.

OCVTS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
2 YEAR / 900 HOURS / JACKSON, NJ ⚙️
The Engineering Technology Program is an authentic makerspace equipped with machinery used in industry, designed to meet the current and emerging workforce needs in the advanced manufacturing industry. Students in the program will explore the production of metal and plastic products through manual and automated processes. Students interested in pursuing a degree in engineering will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of production machinery. The program offers project-based learning that will take the students through the prototyping and development process all the way through the production process. Areas of study include: Computer Numerical Control (CNC) theory/operations, interpreting engineering drawings, quality control, production planning, digital read-out skills, metal fabrication & more..

@ocvtsemployment @komomachineinc @pmc_equipment
#OCVTS #KOMOMachine #ManufacturingWeek by @ocvts

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⚙️👷🏽‍♂️OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering | October 14, 2026

(OCVTS) partnership with Olmeda Consulting, LLC, connects career-focused education with real-world experience in the surveying and geospatial industry.

Founded in 2024 and based in Manasquan, New Jersey, Olmeda Consulting provides geospatial services with a focus on accuracy, quality, safety, and dependable project delivery. Through this partnership, students gain hands-on experience with professional surveying equipment, field procedures, and industry practices under the guidance of experienced professionals.

By aligning technical training with the needs of industry, OCVTS engineering programs help prepare students for career opportunities in engineering, land surveying, and related fields. The district’s established Engineering Technology program provides students with a strong technical foundation, while the new Civil Engineering CADD and Surveying program, launching in 2027, will broaden access to specialized training. This connection between education and employment is reflected in graduates Alberto Cegion and Payton Gordon, who were hired as Instrument Operators following internships with Olmeda Consulting. The company is now looking to OCVTS for a third candidate to join its team as a Junior CAD Drafter, highlighting the role of career and technical education in developing a skilled workforce.

Founder Marc Olmeda, the partnership is an opportunity to introduce students to career paths they may not have previously considered and share the knowledge he has gained through more than 20 years of professional land surveying experience.

Through meaningful industry partnerships and hands-on learning, OCVTS continues to prepare students with the technical skills employers need while creating pathways to rewarding careers.

Read Full Story 📰
🔗 bit.ly/ocvts-olmeda-partners26

ℹ️ LEARN ABOUT OCVTS PROGRAM
CIVIL ENGINEERING CADD & SURVEYING
▶ ocvts.org/construction

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
▶ ocvts.org/engineering-computers

@ocvtsemployment @ocvtsjackson
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Success Stories
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY ⚙️

Payton Gordon
Class of 2026
Land Surveyor
OLMEDA CONSULTING, LLC

The owner, Marc Olmeda, visited the OCVTS Jackson Center and did a presentation for our Engineering Technology Program. It piqued my interest, so I reached out to him.

Marc took on me and another classmate in July as instrument operators. I'm developing my skills in the surveying and engineering field.

OCVTS prepared me for the real world and played a huge role in my current position. Proficiency in basic measurements and math, such as understanding eighths, is crucial in the trades.

❝ Keep learning math! It's everywhere.❞

ℹ️ ABOUT THE PROGRAM
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
2 YEAR / 900 HOURS / JACKSON
Engineering Technology is an authentic makerspace equipped with machinery used in industry, designed to meet the current and emerging workforce needs in the advanced manufacturing industry. Students in the program will explore the production of metal and plastic products through manual and automated processes. Completers of this program will acquire a diverse and well-rounded set of academic and technical skills that will prepare them to enter the workforce and/or college. Students interested in pursuing a degree in engineering will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of production machinery. This knowledge is valuable to aspiring engineers as they will possess a well-rounded understanding of the production process, allowing them to problem-solve and troubleshoot design challenges before they hit the production floor. Areas of study include: Computer Numerical Control (CNC) theory/operations, interpreting engineering drawings, quality control, production planning, digital read-out skills, metal fabrication, GTAW (TIG) welding, GMAW (MIG) welding, precision measurement and analysis, manual machining operations, workplace safety (OSHA-10), Robotics, and 3D printing. Students can earn HAAS certification for basic mill operator.

Learn More
→ https://www.ocvts.org/engineering-computers

@ocvtsemployment @ocvtsjackson
#ocvts #tradeschool #oceancountytradeschools by @ocvts

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Success Stories
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY ⚙️

Alberto Cegion
Class of 2026
Land Surveyor
OLMEDA CONSULTING, LLC

The owner, Marc Olmeda, visited the OCVTS Jackson Center to speak to the Engineering Technology Program about his profession. I wasn't familiar with the word "surveyor," but everything he explained sounded interesting, so I decided to apply. I wasn't expecting to hear back from him because I didn't have any experience. I am very lucky to have been given this opportunity.

OCVTS changed my work ethic. It helped shape me into the person I am today. I'll always be grateful for everything I learned at OCVTS and how it helped me grow.

❝ Don't be afraid to embrace new experiences. Dive into something unfamiliar and unexpected, as you never know what opportunities may arise. Commit yourself fully and enjoy every moment of the journey. ❞

ℹ️ ABOUT THE PROGRAM
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
2 YEAR / 900 HOURS / JACKSON
Engineering Technology is an authentic makerspace equipped with machinery used in industry, designed to meet the current and emerging workforce needs in the advanced manufacturing industry. Students in the program will explore the production of metal and plastic products through manual and automated processes. Completers of this program will acquire a diverse and well-rounded set of academic and technical skills that will prepare them to enter the workforce and/or college. Students interested in pursuing a degree in engineering will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of production machinery.

Learn More
→ https://www.ocvts.org/engineering-computers

@ocvtsemployment @olmeda-consulting-llc @ocvtsjackson
#ocvts #engineeringschool by @ocvts

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HIGH SCHOOL CAREER ACADEMIES ARE IN OCEAN COUNTY!!
ATTEND AN INFORMATION SESSION THIS FALL!

EXPLORE AN IN-DEPTH OVERVIEW OF THE ACADEMY APPROACH TO LEARNING.

ALPS | 1 College Drive Bldg. #12, Toms River, NJ
☑ October 17, 9:00 AM
☑ October 21, 6:00 PM
☑ November 11, 6:00 PM

REGISTER FOR AN INFO SESSION TODAY
Info Sessions Run October through November
www.ocvts.org/academies

Academy of Law and Public Safety (ALPS)
Law Enforcement / Homeland Security / Public Safety
Full-Time Dual Enrollment | Toms River, NJ

NEW
ALPS students will have the opportunity to graduate with an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice from Ocean County College, beginning with the graduating class of 2029.

The Academy of Law & Public Safety (ALPS) is designed to provide a unique and comprehensive foundation of knowledge, skills, and professional ethics for Ocean County students interested in pursuing careers in law and public safety. The academy offers a rigorous educational program while integrating the latest technology related to criminal justice. Students enrolled at ALPS have the opportunity to enroll in Ocean County College embedded classes for dual credit, opening up the opportunity to earn an associate’s degree in addition to their high school diploma. ALPS graduates have been accepted to and attended many prestigious colleges and universities, pursuing degrees in criminal justice, forensic science, biology, cybersecurity, and a variety of other fields. Graduates can earn credentials to include Emergency Medical Dispatch, Basic Telecommunicator, CPR, and Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I Certification. ALPS graduates have also been hired by, or are currently employed by, more than 30 New Jersey police departments, the New Jersey Department of Corrections, and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office. Many ALPS graduates have also gone on to serve in the U.S. military. by @ocvts

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ATTEND A GPAA ACADEMY INFO SESSION
OCT 10 / OCT 28 / NOV 21

PRE-REGISTER TODAY
www.ocvts.org/academies

GRUNIN PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY
Dance / Vocal Music / Theatre / Audio Engineering
FEATURED MAJOR: AUDIO ENGINEERING🔊🎛️

The Grunin Performing Arts Academy (GPAA) offers an artistically distinctive and academically sound learning setting for students gifted in the performing arts and the technical aspects of art production. The academy offers its students curriculum that is specially designed with a concentration in dance, vocal music, theatre and audio engineering, while providing a rigorous academic program of study.

Upon graduation, 85% of the Class of 2026 also earned their associate’s degree.

AUDIO ENGINEERING MAJOR🔊🎛️
This program combines both art and science in a field that requires specialized technical knowledge. Students will be guided through the process of capturing sound (audio) and storing it in both the digital and analog mediums for reproduction. Students will learn recording technology through classroom instruction and application of these techniques using professional recording equipment at the school’s multiple studio recording facility. The program will be taught by professionals from the recording industry through real recording sessions with artists from many musical genres including commercials and voice over production. Curriculum content will cover the following: multimedia production, physics of sound, acoustics, multi-track recording/digital audio technology, Pro Tools-Digital Audio Workstations and musical instrument technology, design and application of microphones, computer digital editing and mastering, the audio production console, signal processors, audio for visual production and post production, the music business and sound reinforcement (concert sound).

☑ Get Industry Credentials
☑ Earn a College Degree
☑ Learn from Industry Professionals
☑ Learn in Multiple State-of-the-Art Recording Studios

🎓From classroom to career—our alumni are proof.
With real-world projects, industry partnerships, and career-focused training, GPAA graduates hit the ground running in recording studios, live sound, and production houses. by @ocvts

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ATTEND A MATES HIGH SCHOOL CAREER ACADEMY
INFORMATION SESSION 🌊 🔬👩🏾‍🔬

YOU ARE INVITED TO AN INFORMATION SESSION THIS FALL! 🍁 EXPLORE AN IN-DEPTH OVERVIEW OF THE ACADEMY APPROACH TO LEARNING.

ℹ️ Students are strongly encouraged to attend an information session for the academy they are applying for.

MATES | 195 Cedar Bridge Road, Manahawkin, NJ
☑ November 12, 6:00 PM
☑ November 14, 10:00 AM
☑ November 21, 10:00 AM

PRE-REGISTER TODAY
🌐 ocvts.org/academies

Marine Academy of Technology & Environmental Science (MATES)
Math / Science / Technology - Full-Time - Dual Enrollment

MATES is a specialized high school developed around the marine and environmental science theme. MATES is geared toward students who wish to concentrate their studies in the areas of math and science.

The Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (MATES), Ocean County’s premier STEAM school, has been designed to provide its students with a rigorous academic curriculum with concentration in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math. MATES provides a unique and challenging hands-on learning experience in an enriched STEAM learning environment. Extensive field work, independent research, work-based learning experiences, and STEAM-based partnerships offer students opportunities to explore numerous career fields. Nearly 100% of the Class of 2026 are attending top colleges and universities around the country. MATES graduates are well-rounded and well prepared to navigate the demands of an ever-changing professional environment. In addition to marine and environmental majors, 2026 graduates are studying in the fields of engineering, computer science, math, and medicine.

#ocvtsmates #ocvts #ocvtsleads #highschool by @ocvts

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MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS & PARENTS
Explore the Academy Approach to Learning by Attending the
OCVTS CAREER ACADEMIES INFORMATION SESSIONS

🗓️PRE-REGISTER NOW (Info Session Dates Run Oct-Nov)
*Application Deadline: 12/11/2026

www.ocvts.org/academies
EXPERIENCE A FOUR-YEAR FULL-TIME PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL
with a Career Focus for College Bound Students!

MATES / GPAA / ALPS 🔬🎭 🚔
✔️ Grunin Performing Arts Academy
✔️ Academy of Law and Public Safety
✔️ Marine Academy of Technology & Environmental Science

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND?
Academy admission information sessions provide an opportunity to tour the facilities, speak with faculty, and receive an in-depth overview of the academy approach to learning. They are designed to help students and their families make informed decisions regarding an educational pathway that is in the best interest of each student. Students receive all admission materials, including application, at the information sessions.

WHAT IS A CAREER ACADEMY?
A career academy is an integrated approach to learning, which lets students develop a career plan and educational pathway, which focuses on a specific career major. Students receive a rigorous four-year college preparatory academic program, which surpasses New Jersey's high school graduation requirements and prepares students for admission to competitive colleges and universities. *All School districts in Ocean County are eligible to submit applications for these programs.

COMPETITIVE! CHALLENGING! FOCUSED!
A challenging curriculum, career-focused learning, and a unique high school experience.

Follow OCVTS on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram to stay updated by @ocvts

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LEADING THE WAY INTO THE WEEK OF RESPECT 💙
What better way to kick off OCVTS’ Week of Respect, October 5–9, than with a little teamwork, a lot of energy and some serious leadership challenges?

OCVTS welcomed LEAD U to our ALPS and GPAA Career Academies for an interactive, play-based experience designed to challenge students to think bigger, work together and discover the leader within.

Throughout the workshops, students — and some enthusiastic staff members — jumped right into a series of fast-paced games and team challenges focused on problem-solving, communication, leadership and real-world connections. The activities encouraged students to step outside their comfort zones, collaborate with their peers and see how the choices they make can positively impact the people around them.

LEAD U’s workshops combine hands-on activities, personal reflection and honest conversations to create memorable experiences that go beyond the classroom. Students weren’t just learning about leadership — they were actively putting leadership skills into action.

From teamwork and communication to building confidence and embracing leadership opportunities, the day delivered an important message: respect, responsibility and leadership start with each of us.

And judging by the energy, laughter and participation, our students — and staff — were more than ready to LEAD U there!

@lead_u_ @alps_ocvts @gpaa.high.school
#ocvtsleads #ocvts #BlueUp by @ocvts

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OCVTS BRICK & WARETOWN CENTERS | Staff & Students Starting off "Week of Respect" by Rocking Out Blue for World Day of Bullying Prevention! 💙 🩵

The Both Center's students and staff wore blue to begin the annual Week of Respect! The blue signifies our stance on anti-bullying!

@ocvtsbrick

#BlueUp #ocvtsBlueUp #StopBullying #ocvtsteachers #stompoutbullying #WeekOfRespect
#RespectWeek #ocvtsleads #ocvts by @ocvts

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