George Stone Technical College

✈️ Congratulations and Happy Retirement to Aviation Coordinator, Bill Davis! 🎉

We celebrate and thank Bill Davis for 12 years of dedicated service to George Stone Technical College. Throughout his time at GSTC, Bill has been committed to providing quality aviation education, mentoring students, and helping prepare the next generation of aviation professionals for successful careers.

His leadership, expertise, and passion for student success have made a lasting impact on our Aviation program and the many students whose lives he has touched over the years.

Bill, thank you for your dedication, hard work, and the countless hours you have invested in our students and school community. Your contributions will be remembered for years to come.

Please join us in wishing Bill a happy and well-deserved retirement as he begins this exciting new chapter! 🎓✈️👏

🎉 Congratulations to Our Newly Certified Instructors! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating our instructors who have successfully completed their Alternative Teacher Certification!

At George Stone Technical College, our instructors bring years of real-world experience from their respective industries into the classroom. To become certified educators, they complete an extensive certification process that includes professional training, coursework, and guidance from experienced mentors.

Their dedication to both their craft and their students demonstrates a commitment to providing the highest quality career and technical education. We are proud of their hard work and the positive impact they make every day as they prepare our students for success in the workforce.

Pictured left to right are Jason Edwards, Welding; Lakisha Stallworth, Cosmetology; Morgan Vaningan, Culinary Operations; and Bruce Harris, Criminal Justice.

Congratulations on this important achievement, and thank you for your dedication to the students of George Stone Technical College! 👏🎓✨

🎓✨ Congratulations to the George Stone Technical College Class of 2026! ✨🎓

What an incredible graduation ceremony celebrating the hard work, determination, and achievements of our graduates. It was a wonderful ceremony filled with pride, excitement, and inspiration as students crossed the stage and took the next step toward their future careers and goals.

We are so proud of each and every graduate and grateful to the families, friends, faculty, and staff who helped support them along the way.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this special milestone. We invite you to enjoy the photos from this memorable time and help us congratulate the Class of 2026! 🎉🎓

In case you missed it, here is the link to the 2026 Graduation Ceremony!
Congratulations again to all of our graduates — we are so proud of you and look forward to all that your future holds. 🎓

25-26 EVA/ George Stone / Acceleration / Achieve Academy Graduations Escambia County Public Schools, FloridaEscambia County School District, Florida

Marine Service Technology student Noah Mitchell receives a $1000.00 Pensacola Propeller Club Tool Scholarship.

The scholarship was presented to Noah at the 2nd Annual Pensacola Propeller Club National Maritime Day Luncheon on May 22, 2026. Also present were Principal Steven Brooks, Assistant Principal Megan Carroll, and Marine Service instructor Stefan Schmitt.

Additionally, we had the wonderful opportunity to meet Bruce Stone, the son of George Stone, whom George Stone Technical College was named after.

National Maritime Day is a reminder of just how much this industry means to our city.

At the meeting maritime leaders, partners, and advocates came together to celebrate the people and work that keep our waterfront moving. The Port of Pensacola was proud to be part of the conversation.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and to Ms. Lauren Rand, Florida Department of Transportation Seaports Office Director, for giving the Keynote speech. Congratulations to this year's award winners who represent the strong maritime community in Pensacola. Well done to the Pensacola Propeller Club - Bay Area Port of Historic Pensacola for organizing this great event.

Strong Ports Build Strong Cities!

Thank you to Robert Turpin, Manager of the Marine Resources Division with Natural Resources Management, for speaking with our Marine Service students! ⚓

Mr. Turpin shared valuable information about the importance of reefs, fish management, and boat ramps, and how they play an essential role in our marine industry, economy, and tourism in Escambia County and beyond.

We appreciate him taking the time to invest in our students and share his knowledge and passion for protecting our marine resources! 🌊

🚨 SEATS ARE FILLING FAST! Enrollment is Officially OPEN! 🚨

Are you ready to start an exciting, high-impact career in public safety? George Stone Technical College is now accepting applications for two of our premier lifesaving programs!

⚠️ Don't wait! Enrollment is strictly FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED. Once the seats are full, they're gone!

Choose the path that fits your career goals:

⚡ Option 1: Standalone EMT Program

Get certified fast and jumpstart your career in healthcare or emergency medical services.

Registration Period: Open now through July 13, 2026
Mandatory Orientation: July 13, 2026 @ 1:00 PM
Program Length: Accelerated 10-week format (300 hours)
Dates: August 10, 2026 – October 16, 2026
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
🔥 Option 2: EMT / Firefighter Combination Program

The ultimate dual-certification package to become a fully trained, highly employable public safety professional.

Registration Period: Open now through August 26, 2026
Mandatory Orientation: August 26, 2026 @ 1:00 PM
Program Length: 300 hours EMT + 492 hours Fire
Dates: October 13, 2026 – May 14, 2027
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM for EMT / 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM for Firefighter
🎒 Quick Requirements to Enroll:

Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Must pass a criminal background check & meet health/physical fitness requirements
No prior experience or certifications required to enroll!
💰 Financial Aid Available: Pell Grants, VA Benefits, Bright Futures, State Grants, and the Florida First Responder Grant (which may cover EMT tuition for Florida residents) are available to those who qualify!

📲 How to Secure Your Spot Now:

Apply Online: Click the link to fill out your application form right here 👉 https://ewe.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/apply/

Meet with a Counselor: Come on-site to our campus to meet with an admissions counselor to review your program requirements.

Meet with a Financial Counselor: Stop by the Financial Aid office to finish your enrollment and lock in your funding options! They see students on a walk-in basis, Monday – Friday from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.

Attend Mandatory Orientation
📍 Location: 2400 Longleaf Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526 📞 Questions? Contact Lead Instructor Mr. Kurt Larson at 850-786-6565

🔨✨ Career Day was a success! ✨🔨

Our evening welding instructor, Zak Stefanko, recently participated in a Career Day event where 4th grade students had the opportunity to learn about a variety of careers and future pathways.

We are proud to have instructors like Zak representing George Stone Technical College and inspiring the next generation through hands-on career education and community involvement.

A special thank you to all of the community members and volunteers who took the time to share their knowledge and experiences with students. Opportunities like these help open young minds to exciting career possibilities! 👏🎓

📚☀️ That’s a wrap, George Stone! ☀️📚

The last day of school is Friday, May 22, and we hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved summer break! 🌴😎

Thank you to our students, instructors, and staff for making this year one to remember. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for each of you!

🎓 Have a great summer, George Stone! 🎓