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Franklin High seniors complete automotive projects

2015-03-30









Photo of Bobby Price
Bobby Price, automotive technology instructor, at his desk before class.
 
Photo of Bobby Price (right) and students Ryan Younce (left) and Jesse Peavy examine an engine in Franklin High School’s automotive lab.
Bobby Price (right) and students Ryan Younce (left) and Jesse Peavy examine an engine in Franklin High School’s automotive lab.
 
Photo of Light Simulator Senior project by a past student.
Light Simulator Senior project by a past student.


Southwestern Community College and Franklin High School annually work together to expand senior students’ real-world experience by collaborating on senior projects.


“With the projects, we try to get as close as possible to mirroring the processes that go on at Southwestern Community College’s Jackson campus so that our students will be better prepared to pursue education after graduation from high school,” said Bobby Price, automotive technology instructor at Franklin High School.


David Myers, automotive technology program coordinator and instructor at Southwestern Community College, assists the seniors in their needs and encourages them to strive for excellence during the collaboration. Students who excel in their field are invited to attend competitions for SkillsUSA, a career and technical student organization. Price accompanies the students for moral and mentor support.


High school seniors have created and presented projects such as a light simulator and a car engine. Jesse Peavy,  a current student at Franklin, is rebuilding a Ford 302 model for his senior project.


“I want to go to Southwestern Community College in August because it has a great automotive program, and I know David,” Peavy said.


Student Ryan Younce said he chose automotive for his senior project because:  “You can fix your own problems right there in the shop.”      


The collaboration not only helps students succeed, but the community as well.


“The collaboration is a good academic tool primarily to get students involved in the career or job they want, and it instills the importance of higher education,” Price said. “Once students get the education needed, they can gain employment to contribute to the development of the economy of the community.


Senior projects that work closely with colleges help students develop a stronger sense of meaning and belonging in the community. According to Myers, the success of senior projects will motivate SCC and Franklin High School to continue their partnership.


For more information contact Myers at 828.339.4237 or d_myers@southwesterncc.edu.

 

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