Oct. 4, 2024 | Stay Connected, Stay Informed | |
High Schoolers Will Soon Hit the Virtual Road with New CDL Simulator Program | |
Dual Enrollment CDL students from Dillon High School pose with their NETC acceptance letters in front of the colleges new CDL Simulator. | |
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NETC recently purchased a cutting-edge CDL simulator to help grow the Commercial Drivers License program, and now students have a new tool to help them achieve success on the road.
The simulator, which replicates the driver's seat of any tractor trailer, is currently being integrated into the Dual Enrollment program and being housed at Dillon High School. Eventually the CDL simulator will be moved to other high schools in NETC's service area.
This training module will provide students with the experience of real-world scenarios in the safe environment of the simulator, which has three screens to be a completely immersive learning experience.
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Trailblazer Golf Season is in Full Swing | |
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The Trailblazer golf team competed in their first tournament of the Sept. 30 - Oct. 1 at Longleaf Golf and Family Club in Southern Pines, NC. Nine colleges participated in this popular event.
Evan Cox led the team with rounds of 81-87 to finish 51st of 60 players, Barrett Stewart with rounds of 87-88 finishing 54th, and Hunter Lee finished 58th with rounds of 94-97.
The NETC Trailblazers will be hitting the road this Sunday, October 6 for Morristown, TN to compete in the Walters State Fall Tournament.
Photos: Team players Evan Cox and Hunter Lee practice at Marlboro County Golf and Recreation Complex.
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Feeling the Heat: Hot Stone Therapy | |
Students in Janet Copelle's massage therapy program learned about Hot Stone Massage techniques this week in class. This type of therapy uses heated stones during massage. The heat and weight of the stones help to relax muscles, improve circulation, and reduce stress. The combination of heat and pressure can also help to relieve pain and improve flexibility. | |
Jazzy Painting: Ready for SC Jazz Fest | |
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NETC Employees are preparing for the SC Jazz Festival and having fun in the process! To celebrate the festival, which runs October 18-20, employees held a painting party on October 3 to create colorful decorations for the college's "Jazzy Tree," which will be displayed during the festival in downtown Cheraw.
As part of the South Carolina Jazz Festival, NETC will host a special kick-off event featuring jazz trumpeter Mark Rapp on Thursday, October 17, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Cheraw campus. This event will feature local food trucks and is open to the community.
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2 New Dates for TEAS Test!!
Students who need to retake the TEAS test for application to NETC's LPN program should call the business office at 800-921-7399 to pay and schedule to test on either October 10th or October 17th. For questions, please email bpearce@netc.edu and hpigg@netc.edu.
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It's Festival Season!!
College representatives will be at local festivals this weekend to talk about the programs at Northeastern and about HOW YOU CAN GET STARTED!
Clio Cotton Festival
Sat., October 5, 2024
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Photos of last weekend's festival events. NETC Faculty and Staff were at Mt. Croghan's Annual Fall Festival and Bennettsville's Market Day last Saturday. | | |
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OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR LEMONS?
Let's test your knowledge about the 12 symptoms of breast cancer.
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SCTEA Call for Conference Presenters | |
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The South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) is now accepting proposals for presenters for its annual conference, taking place February 20-22 in Myrtle Beach. NETC faculty, staff, and administrators are invited to share their expertise and innovative practices with the technical college community.
This year’s conference will focus on enhancing student success, advancing teaching methods, and fostering collaboration. If you're interested in leading a session, workshop, or panel, submit your proposal to SCTEA by the October 30 deadline for a chance to contribute to this enriching professional event.
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Open Enrollment is here! October 1 through October 31, you can make coverage changes for the upcoming year. Any updates you make during this period will take effect on January 1, 2025. To ensure everything is in order, log into your MyBenefits account at mybenefits.sc.gov or use the link below, for the following:
- Verify that all your personal information (address, phone numbers, email, etc.) is accurate and current.
- Make any necessary coverage changes for next year.
- Review your existing coverage.
- Update your life insurance beneficiaries.
- Provide up-to-date contact information for your beneficiaries.
- If you’re satisfied with your current choices, the only step needed is to re-enroll in the MoneyPlus flexible spending account if you participate.
Please Note: Dental changes can only be made during odd years. This means no dental changes can be made this year.
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SAFETY REMINDER
As colder weather approaches, employees are reminded that space heaters are not permitted on any NETC campuses due to fire safety protocols. This policy is in place to ensure the safety of all students, faculty, and staff, and to minimize the risk of fire hazards within college facilities. Please adhere to this guideline and use alternative methods to stay warm during the colder months.
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| October 5 | NETC @ Clio Cotton Festival | | October 7 | 7.5 Week Term Starts | | October 17 | Live Jazz Music & Food Truck Rodeo
Cheraw Campus: 11 am - 1 pm | | October 21 | Blood Drive - Cheraw Campus | | October 21 | 5C Week Term Starts | | October 24 | NETC Employee Benefits Fair | | October 30 | FAFSA Night - Cheraw Campus | | |
| October 6-8 | Golf @ Morristown, TN | | October 11 | Cross Country @ Livingstone College | | October 13-15 | Golf @ Wagram, NC | | October 20-22 | Golf @ Oak Ridge, TN | | October 26 | Cross Country @ NJCAA Region X Championship | | October 27-29 | Golf @ Bristol, TN | | |
BECOME A NETC TRAILBLAZER! | | |
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Watch NETC Esports on Twitch HERE or click the logo. | |
SHOP NETC MERCH & APPAREL | |
Need a lift?
PDRTA offers public transportation routes Cheraw, Dillon,
and Marlboro County. Buses routinely stop at NETC Cheraw Campus.
Find your Route!
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CHERAW CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION MAP | |
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Construction will create changes to entries,
walkways and parking on the Cheraw Campus.
Access into the college campus is being restricted to entry through the 200 Building (Hampton Hall) for ALL STUDENTS, and 100 Building (Ingram Hall) for all Employees and Visitors. The Northeastern Technical College quad is accessible from all buildings.
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ID Badges: All employees and students are required to wear their college ID badges at all times while on campus. This helps us quickly identify members of our campus community and maintain a secure environment. If you do not have an ID badge, you can obtain one from the Enrollment Center this week M-Th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (AND you get a snazzy Trailblazer Lanyard or Retractable Badge Holder!!)
Parking Decals: Every employee and student must have a valid parking decal displayed on their vehicle. This is essential for campus security and parking management. If you do not have a Parking Decal you should obtain one from the Enrollment Center this week M-Th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. You will need your license plate number to get your parking decal.
3. Visitor Check-In: All visitors to campus must check in at the main office located in the 100 building. At community campuses, visitors should see the campus coordinator. Visitors will be required to show a photo ID, and sign in, to obtain a visitor’s pass. Please remind any guests or visitors of this procedure to ensure a smooth check-in process.
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Employee Parking: All employees are required to park in the designated parking lot near the 100 building. The only exception to this rule is for employees with an accommodation on file.
Student Parking: All students must park in the designated 200 building parking lot. This helps manage traffic flow and ensures that parking is available for both students and staff in the appropriate areas. The only exception to this rule is for students with an accommodation on file.
If an employee or student does not have their College ID, a visitor's pass will be issued for the day. However, only two visitor passes will be issued per semester, after reaching the limit, there will be a $5 charge for each visitor's pass.
Your cooperation with these policies is crucial to keeping our campus secure and orderly. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to reach out to campus security or HR.
Thank you for your attention to these important measures and for your continued commitment to making Northeastern Technical College a safe place for everyone.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Northeastern Technical College provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Find Your Career Here!
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NORTHEASTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
1201 Chesterfield Highway Cheraw, SC 29520
www.netc.edu (843) 921-6900
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