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Let’s be honest: August is chaos. The return to school routines, onboarding new students, troubleshooting tech issues, and all the “just one more thing” tasks. We experience that too and firmly believe we all get through it together, with more coffee and a friendly disposition. It’s no wonder this August newsletter is coming to you in mid-September!
But in the middle of the whirlwind, I want to take a moment to say thank you. Thank you to our returning programs for diving back in with energy and purpose, and welcome to the many new programs joining Choose Aerospace for the first time this year. You are part of a growing community that’s transforming what’s possible for students across the country as they prepare for their future careers.
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This month’s newsletter is packed with updates, reminders, and opportunities to help you start strong:
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We’ll share how your students can participate in industry competitions, a powerful way to connect classroom learning to real-world careers.
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A quick tech tip on how clearing cookies can solve a surprising number of login issues.
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We’ll reveal early-year stats showing just how much our impact is growing.
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And we’re excited to be speaking at ACTE VISION this December—come find us there!
As always, thank you for the work you’re doing to open aviation maintenance career doors for students. If there’s anything you need to get this school year off to a smooth start, we’re just an email away.
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Kelly Filgo
Director of Operations
| | Looking for Fellow Teachers? Join the CA Teachers' Lounge! | | | | Teaching the Choose Aerospace curriculum can sometimes feel like a solo mission — especially if you're the only aviation maintenance instructor in your school or district. That’s why we created the CA Teachers’ Lounge on Facebook: a virtual space where instructors across the country can connect, share tips, ask questions, and build community. | | Just like a real teachers' lounge, it's informal, supportive, and full of people who understand your day-to-day challenges. Whether you're sharing something that made you laugh, brainstorming ways to get students excited about torque wrenches, or just need a little encouragement — there’s a seat for you here. Join us today and help shape the national conversation around aviation maintenance education. Facebook Link | | Tool Tip: When in Doubt, Clear Those Cookies! | |
If your LMS isn’t loading correctly or seems to be acting a little… off — the very first thing to try is clearing your browser cookies. Quite often, this simple step will fix the issue and get everything back to normal. It’s also the first thing the support team at SkilRedi will ask you to do, so it’s worth trying before you submit a help request.
If clearing cookies doesn’t do the trick, go ahead and email support@skilredi.com with a detailed description of the issue. Be sure to include:
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The page URL
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Any screenshots that would be helpful
- A clear explanation of what’s going wrong
They’ll help you troubleshoot from there — but try those cookies first!
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Choose Aerospace programs are invited to field student teams for the Aerospace Maintenance Council Competition! Hands-on challenges, industry connections, and a chance to shine await. Read more.
| | Enrollment Snapshot: Off to a Strong Start | | The 2025–26 school year is off and running, and we’re already seeing incredible growth across our Choose Aerospace programs! A 25% increase in student enrollment compared to this time last year — and we’re still seeing programs adding students and completing onboarding. Read more. | | Join us! ACTE's CareerTech VISION, December 9-12 in Nashville | | |
Choose Aerospace will be on the national stage this December at ACTE VISION 2025 in Indianapolis! Director of Operations Kelly Filgo will present a breakout session titled:
Career Explainer: Pathways to Aviation Maintenance and Beyond, December 11th from 10:00–10:45 a.m. Search for session code 2660 in the event app to find the location.
Designed for secondary CTE coordinators, administrators, and educators, this session will walk through practical ways to connect students with FAA-certification pathways in aviation maintenance — even if your program is starting from scratch. Whether your school already offers drone or aviation-related courses or you're just starting to explore the aerospace industry, you’ll walk away with clear next steps. If you are going to be at ACTE VISION 2025, let’s meet up for a coffee and a chat. Find out more.
| | Take Advantage of your FREE ATEC Membership! | | All high school programs that are using the Choose Aerospace General Maintenance Curriculum for the '25-26 school year will also receive a complimentary membership through the Aviation Technician Education Council (ATEC). To get started, please visit www.atec-amt.org/login and enter your .edu email address. You will be walked through the registration process and upon completion will instantly have access to the many member benefits. For any questions about your membership, please email Tarra Ruttman. | | Understanding the CAET: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How Your School Can Use It | | Learn how the Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET) credential is reshaping avionics training. Developed through ASTM standards and supported by employers, the CAET provides an industry-recognized pathway that complements AET and NCATT. This session explains how part 147 schools can integrate the credential into existing programs and why it’s becoming a preferred tool for validating student readiness. Watch Recording | | Choose Aerospace Program Directory | | An exclusive directory of high schools adopting the Choose Aerospace general aviation maintenance curriculum is now available. Discover institutions leading the way in general aviation education, and potential matriculation opportunities available in your neighborhood. View the directory here. | | Choose Aerospace Scholarships | |
Choose Aerospace scholarship season will be opening soon! Scholarships, textbooks, training systems, tools, and testing fee credits to educators and future aviators are all available. Eligible applicants must be planning to attend, enrolled in, or teach in an aviation technical program. Only members of the Aviation Technician Education Council (ATEC), their instructors, and enrolled students are eligible to apply.
If you or someone you know would like to serve on the review committee, please email tarra@chooseaerospace.org. More details coming soon!
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Choose Aerospace maintains a compilation of financial support resources for aviation maintenance students, instructors, and schools. Applicants should contact the hosting organization directly for more information about its opportunities. See a complete list of opportunities here. Current opportunities include:
Women in Aviation International (WAI) - Deadline October 15, 2025
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