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 Shawnee, OK
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The week of Oct. 19-23 is Careers in Energy Week to raise awareness of career opportunities across the industry and the skilled workforce needed to support it. GCTC started its Lineworker Training program in 2023. Learn more, at gctech.edu.
Careers in Energy Week: GCTC Linewoker Training students work in the pole yard

ALT Careers in Energy Week: GCTC Linewoker Training students work in the pole yard

A student in the GCTC Lineworker Training program climbs a pole

ALT A student in the GCTC Lineworker Training program climbs a pole

GCTC Linewoker Training students work in the pole yard

ALT GCTC Linewoker Training students work in the pole yard

A student in the GCTC Lineworker Training program climbs a pole

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Gordon Cooper Technology Center is excited to host the South Central SkillsUSA Fall Leadership Conference today on the Shawnee campus!
Students talking at the South Central Fall SkillsUSA Leadership Conference

ALT Students talking at the South Central Fall SkillsUSA Leadership Conference

Students talking at the South Central Fall SkillsUSA Leadership Conference

ALT Students talking at the South Central Fall SkillsUSA Leadership Conference

SkillsUSA conference info

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Full-time programs will not meet Wednesday, Oct. 14, due to a professional day for Gordon Cooper Technology Center staff, and GCTC campuses will be closed Oct. 15-16 for Fall Break!
Fall Break announcement

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Cool tools and even cooler treats! GCTC’s Machining students took a quick break from the shop to celebrate National Manufacturing Month. Thank you to Shawnee Forward for supporting the future manufacturing workforce with ice cream sandwiches!
Machining students pose for a picture with ice cream sandwiches

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Gordon Cooper Technology Center honored its 2026 graduates of its Paramedic program on the evening of Oct. 8. Congratulations graduates!
2026 GCTC Paramedic Graduates

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Red carpet service meets aviation excellence at Thursday’s Social Exchange, sponsored by Shawnee Forward. During their tour of our airframe hangar, Chick-fil-A management spotted a familiar face—shift manager Tyler Blevens, working hard on the MU-2 aircraft!
Three people standing in front of an airplane

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Local business leaders meet at Social Exchange sponsored by Shawnee Forward

ALT Local business leaders meet at Social Exchange sponsored by Shawnee Forward

Local business leaders meet at Social Exchange sponsored by Shawnee Forward

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Gordon Cooper Technology Center's FCCLA and HOSA chapters collected 1,573 diapers for their annual Legacy Parenting Baby Shower! Thank you to everyone who donated!
FCCLA and HOSA students pose with diapers collected for Legacy Parenting Center

ALT FCCLA and HOSA students pose with diapers collected for Legacy Parenting Center

FCCLA and HOSA students pose with diapers collected for Legacy Parenting Center

ALT FCCLA and HOSA students pose with diapers collected for Legacy Parenting Center

FCCLA and HOSA students pose with diapers collected for Legacy Parenting Center

ALT FCCLA and HOSA students pose with diapers collected for Legacy Parenting Center

FCCLA and HOSA students pose with diapers collected for Legacy Parenting Center

ALT FCCLA and HOSA students pose with diapers collected for Legacy Parenting Center

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GCTC in the community! Come see us at the pioneer library!
Gordon Cooper table with giveaways at local event

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Gordon Cooper Technology Center's health programs installed their 2026-27 HOSA officers Wednesday in the Seminar Center. Congrats to this year's group of officers!
2026 HOSA Officers with HOSA logo

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2026 HOSA Officers

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2026 HOSA Officers

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2026 HOSA Officers

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Today we pause and remember those who lost their lives 25 years ago. We also honor those who bravely answered the call to help on Sept. 11, 2001, and in the weeks and months that followed. At GCTC we are proud to serve and help train many of our area first responders.
Remembering 9/11 graphic

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Photo of GCTC emergency vehicles

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Gordon Cooper Technology Center will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day.
Gordon Cooper will be closed Labor Day

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Gordon Cooper Technology Center staff were on hand at FireLake Arena last Friday, Aug. 29, at Celebrate Educators presented by the Avedis Foundation!
GCTC staff photographed at Celebrate Educators presented by the Avedis Foundation

ALT GCTC staff photographed at Celebrate Educators presented by the Avedis Foundation

GCTC staff photographed with keynote speaker Damon West at Celebrate Educators presented by the Avedis Foundation

ALT GCTC staff photographed with keynote speaker Damon West at Celebrate Educators presented by the Avedis Foundation

Keynote speaker Damon West

ALT Keynote speaker Damon West

GCTC staff photographed at Celebrate Educators presented by the Avedis Foundation

ALT GCTC staff photographed at Celebrate Educators presented by the Avedis Foundation

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Friday, Aug. 28*
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Full-Time programs at Gordon Cooper Technology will not meet on Friday, Aug. 28. Friday will be a professional day for Gordon Cooper Instructors and staff..
Professional Day on August 28

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Due to inclement weather and forecasted lightning for the next several hours, the 2026 Rocket Man Run will be cancelled. Stay tuned for further updates.
A picture of a rainbow over the Rocket Man Run finish line

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Are you an adult who is interested in a program at GCTC? Check out these FAQs about financial aid, and visit the financial aid page on our website, gordoncoopertcok.sites.thril…, to learn more about your options!
Info graphic explaining financial aid options at Gordon Cooper Technology Center.

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We are 16 days from the 2026 Rocket Man Run! Complete your registration by Sunday, August 9, to ensure your correct t-shirt size! Follow this link to register, runsignup.com/Race/OK/Shawne…!
Gordon Cooper Technology Center staff members race across the finish line at the 2025 Rocket Man Run

ALT Gordon Cooper Technology Center staff members race across the finish line at the 2025 Rocket Man Run

2026 Rocket Man Run t-shirt

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Gordon Cooper Technology Center staff were in Tulsa for #OKSummit26 this week where GCTC was recognized as a Gold Star School for the 25th consecutive year! Instructor Russell Tarpey was also honored as a Dennis Portis Jr. Rising Star Award winner!
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Full-time programs start August 11! Visit gctech.edu or call Student Services at (405) 273-7493 Ext. 4001 for more information!
Photo of Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Shawnee campus with graphic announcing the first day of full-time programs on August 11.

ALT Photo of Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Shawnee campus with graphic announcing the first day of full-time programs on August 11.

Photo of Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Shawnee campus with graphic announcing the first day of full-time programs on August 11.

ALT Photo of Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Shawnee campus with graphic announcing the first day of full-time programs on August 11.

Photo of Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Shawnee campus with graphic announcing the first day of full-time programs on August 11.

ALT Photo of Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Shawnee campus with graphic announcing the first day of full-time programs on August 11.

Photo of Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Shawnee campus with graphic announcing the first day of full-time programs on August 11.

ALT Photo of Gordon Cooper Technology Center's Shawnee campus with graphic announcing the first day of full-time programs on August 11.

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We are less than a month away from the 2026 Rocket Man Run! Register today to help support GCTC students with their short-term needs as they focus on their education and future! Follow this link to register, runsignup.com/Race/OK/Shawne…
Photo of running receiving a medal at 2025 Rocket Man Run

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