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The 40th Annual National Robotics Challenge (NRC) was one for the history books! North Ed Career Tech’s Engineering Acad...
04/30/2026

The 40th Annual National Robotics Challenge (NRC) was one for the history books! North Ed Career Tech’s Engineering Academy sent 7 senior teams, plus 13 junior teams, competing in eight unique events and earning the following honors:

- Silver Award: Sumo Robot & Honda Innovation Nomination
- Bronze Award: Micromouse Contest
- Bronze Award: Box Bot Contest

In addition to the events awards, soon-to-be retiring Engineering Academy Instructor, Debby Oliver, was recognized for her years of service, having only missed three years of the NRC since 2004.

Thank you to all of the students, instructors, chaperones and supporters who made NRC 2026 such a smashing success!

For more information about this event and a full list of award recipients, visit: https://www.northwested.org/article/2855834

Calling All Engineering Academy/MTA Alumni! The snow day may have won round one, but we’re not giving up. Our Holiday Pa...
01/06/2026

Calling All Engineering Academy/MTA Alumni! The snow day may have won round one, but we’re not giving up. Our Holiday Party & Battle Bot Competition has been rescheduled—join us for round two this Friday!

Date: Friday, Jan. 9, 2026
Agenda: 9:45 am - Start | 10:30 am - Battle Bot Competition

RSVP Suggested: [email protected]

Calling All Engineering Academy/MTA Alumni! You are cordially invited to our Holiday Party & Battle Bot Competition. Joi...
12/08/2025

Calling All Engineering Academy/MTA Alumni! You are cordially invited to our Holiday Party & Battle Bot Competition. Join us to watch sparks fly as snow falls.

Date: Friday, Dec. 19, 2025
Start Time: 9:00 am

Agenda:
9:00 am - Reception
9:30 am - Alumni Panel
10:00 am - Holiday Party/Fun
10:30 am - Battle Bot Competition

RSVP Suggested: [email protected]

Each year, Mentor Match Day brings excitement to the North Ed Career Tech  Engineering Academy as juniors are paired wit...
12/06/2025

Each year, Mentor Match Day brings excitement to the North Ed Career Tech Engineering Academy as juniors are paired with professionals from the local design, engineering and business community.
This mentorship program helps students form meaningful connections with industry professionals while developing key communication and workplace skills. Mentors are thoughtfully matched with students based on career goals, hobbies and shared interests. Recently, we hosted a breakfast for the junior class, where 31 students were matched with their mentors.
Every junior in the Engineering Academy participates in the program, which continues through their senior year. Mentorship activities are integrated into English classes, and students meet with their mentors once a month. The program is overseen by dedicated staff who coordinate the annual Mentor Breakfast, manage volunteer forms and prepare mentor journals at the end of the year.
We are deeply grateful to all our volunteer mentors, whose guidance and commitment often play a pivotal role in shaping the students’ future paths. Thank you for making a lasting impact on the next generation of engineers and innovators.

Thank you to Milwaukee Tool for partnering with our Engineering Academy at North Ed Career Tech. Your generous donation ...
11/11/2025

Thank you to Milwaukee Tool for partnering with our Engineering Academy at North Ed Career Tech. Your generous donation of tools will provide our students with essential, industry-standard equipment for hands-on learning and real-world project experience. We appreciate your investment and look forward to fostering future collaboration and student opportunities. Learn more about the Engineering Academy. https://www.northwested.org/o/ct/page/engineering-academy

Join manufacturers from across northern Michigan to support North Ed Career Tech Engineering Academy students in the ann...
06/21/2025

Join manufacturers from across northern Michigan to support North Ed Career Tech Engineering Academy students in the annual Manufacturers Charity Golf Outing, hosted by Traverse Connect and Grand Traverse Area Manufacturing Council (GTAMC).

A portion of the proceeds are donated back to the Engineering Academy program allowing the students to compete in robotic competitions on a national stage. This is a great event helping our region's next generation of innovators and leader

Register individually or as a team today! https://business.traverseconnect.com/events/details/gtamc-charity-golf-outing-2025-6777

05/03/2025

Congratulations to the 40 talented students of North Ed Career Tech Engineering Academy for their participation in the record-breaking 2025 National Robotics Challenge (NRC). Among the over 1,500 students and 523 robot entries, our Robo Hockey team, The Puckaneers achieved top honors, earning a nomination for the prestigious Honda Innovation Award for their X-DRIVE system using omni-wheels for superior maneuverability. Students also took home bronze and silver in the Box Bot and Manufacturing Workcell categories! Building more than robots, Engineering Academy students’ achievements showcase our commitment to shaping future engineers and innovators. Learn more… https://www.northwested.org/.../4.21.25_career_tech_eng...

North Ed Career Tech Engineering Academy attended the Traverse Connect | GTAMC Northern Michigan Manufacturing Summit, w...
05/01/2025

North Ed Career Tech Engineering Academy attended the Traverse Connect | GTAMC Northern Michigan Manufacturing Summit, where students had the opportunity to meet with local manufacturing companies, colleges and elected representatives. The team displayed their award-winning robots along with a robotic arm and workcell that produces smoothies. Thank you to all who supported our Engineering Academy students this year! To learn more about Engineering Academy, visit https://www.northwested.org/career-tech/programs/engineering-academy/
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880 Parsons
Traverse City, MI
49686

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Tuesday 7am - 2:30pm
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