Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School

🚨 BAVTS WANTS YOU! 🚨

We’re looking for passionate professionals to step into the classroom and inspire the next generation!

✈️ Aviation Technician
🐾 Veterinary Science
❤️ Health Careers

No teaching experience but strong industry experience? You’re exactly who we’re looking for—we’ll guide you every step of the way.

If you’ve got real-world experience and a passion for making an impact, this is your sign.

👉 Become a teacher, on us.

From Classroom to Career!

Crayons Technical Co-Op Program gives students real world, hands-on experience during the school day helping them build skills, explore careers, and prepare for the future.

Test Your Knowledge, Win Prizes, and Have Fun at BAVTS Trivia Night on 4/14/26 from 6 pm-8 pm! Hosted by HOSA. See attachment for more details.

Today is the first ever BAVTS Day of Giving! Join in our one-day fundraising competition by using the link below to donate. Make sure you choose a program with you donation as the class with the most donations wins a prize 🏆🥳

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All proceeds support the BAVTS Bridges Foundation which provides
✨scholarships which can be used for schooling, tool & equipment purchases, and certifications
✨unique educational opportunities including dual enrollment classes and certification programs at no cost to students
✨support for special BAVTS programs
www.bavtsbridges.org

Our Social Media Marketing students had an incredible field trip to Homewood Suites by Hilton, where they toured the property and learned about hospitality marketing from Director of Sales, Shannon Sostack.

Shannon is not only a leader in the hospitality industry, but also a strong supporter of our program. She serves on the Bridges Foundation, helping support BAVTS seniors, and is a member of our Social Media Marketing Occupational Advisory Committee.

What makes this visit even more special is the connection between Shannon and Ms. Kuehner. Both attended a vocational high school for Marketing and later Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, NC. They’ve stayed in touch over the years and now work together to help guide and inspire the next generation of marketing professionals through tours, mentorship, and speaking opportunities.

Shannon has even hired one of Ms. Kuehner’s former students, Isiah, for a co-op position. He still works with her today while attending NCCC and continuing to grow in the hospitality field.

To top off the visit, Shannon surprised everyone by announcing that Ellyanna Cooper, a Saucon Valley senior and current SMM student, was selected for the position she recently interviewed for! She will graduate with a career in hospitality already underway.

This is what it’s all about — a true full-circle moment.

Congratulations to Ellyanna, and a huge thank you to Shannon for being such an important part of shaping the next generation.

On February 4th, many of our students competed in SkillsUSA's District 11 Championships and took home 49 medals by showcasing their talent and expertise in their fields.

The medal count includes 14 gold, 23 silver, and 12 bronze!

Students from the Health Careers, Mechatronics, Electronics, Masonry, Carpentry, and Building Trades programs recently visited Pennsylvania College of Technology to explore its academic offerings and learn more about the admissions process.

During the trip, students had the opportunity to tour facilities, meet with faculty, and gain insight into potential career pathways. All participating programs are part of a dual enrollment partnership with Penn College, which allows students to earn college credits during their instructional time at BAVTS.

Huge shoutout to Andrew (Andy) Hammer, Executive Director of SkillsUSA Council, for the incredible leadership and heart he brings to our students every single day. While sponsors help make it all possible, it’s leaders like Andy who truly make the difference.

His dedication, encouragement, and unwavering belief in students go far beyond competitions — he’s helping shape futures.

Thank you, Andy, for everything you do for SkillsUSA Council and for always championing our students! 👏

Grateful for the leadership and heart of Andrew (Andy) Hammer, Executive Director, SkillsUSA Council.

While we spent last week recognizing our generous sponsors, today we’re celebrating the person who pours himself into our students every single day. Andy’s dedication, encouragement, and belief in their potential make a lasting impact far beyond competitions.

Thank you for all you do for SkillsUSA Council and, most importantly, for our students. 💙

Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Director.

This 12-month position includes faculty supervision, curriculum leadership, professional development coordination, and collaboration with the Executive Director to support high-quality CTE programming.

✔ Minimum 3 years high school administration
✔ Minimum 5 years classroom teaching (CTE preferred)
✔ Act 93 benefits package
✔ Regionally competitive salary

📅 Applications due February 27, 2026

Join us in leading excellence in education.

National Counselor's Week might be wrapping up but we celebrate ours everyday! 💫

From left to right are our superstar counselors: Angela Thom, Alex Glassberg, Heather Chilcote and Heather Burkhart.

Thank you again to the dynamic four who support our staff, students, administration, sending districts and parents and guardians every single day! 🎉



Posted by AM Social Media Marketing.