Welcome to the team! 🌟
We’re excited to kick off the school year with fresh energy, new ideas, and incredible staff ready to make a difference. Here’s to a year full of learning, growth, and success—together!
We’re excited to kick off the school year with fresh energy, new ideas, and incredible staff ready to make a difference. Here’s to a year full of learning, growth, and success—together!
👷♂️💡 Summer Co-Op Spotlight!
Shoutout to Carney Plumbing, Heating & Cooling for creating hands-on opportunities for our students this summer!
👏 Caleb Smith – Plumbing & Heating Technology
👏 Brody Van Atta – Building Trades Occupations
Real-world experience, skilled mentorship, and a pathway to success — that’s what Co-Op is all about!
Shoutout to Carney Plumbing, Heating & Cooling for creating hands-on opportunities for our students this summer!
👏 Caleb Smith – Plumbing & Heating Technology
👏 Brody Van Atta – Building Trades Occupations
Real-world experience, skilled mentorship, and a pathway to success — that’s what Co-Op is all about!
✨ Student Summer Co-op Spotlight ✨
This summer, Stephen Silenzi, a Building Trades Occupations student, is gaining hands-on experience working in Northampton Township alongside his mentor. Stephen is putting his classroom skills to work in the real world, learning, building, and preparing for a future in the trades. Great job, Stephen!
Follow the Building Occupation Trades program on their Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/mbit_buildingtrades/
This summer, Stephen Silenzi, a Building Trades Occupations student, is gaining hands-on experience working in Northampton Township alongside his mentor. Stephen is putting his classroom skills to work in the real world, learning, building, and preparing for a future in the trades. Great job, Stephen!
Follow the Building Occupation Trades program on their Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/mbit_buildingtrades/
☀️ Summer Co-op Spotlight! ☀️
Meet Stevie Schmidt, a talented student in our Culinary Arts & Science program, gaining hands-on experience this summer at Starbucks. A big shout-out to Lea Adams, Stevie’s amazing mentor, for guiding, inspiring, and supporting our future culinary pro!
Meet Stevie Schmidt, a talented student in our Culinary Arts & Science program, gaining hands-on experience this summer at Starbucks. A big shout-out to Lea Adams, Stevie’s amazing mentor, for guiding, inspiring, and supporting our future culinary pro!
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🔨 Summer Co-op Student Spotlight: Chase Donohue 🔨
This summer, Chase Donohue, a student in our Construction Carpentry program, is gaining real-world experience through his Co-op placement with Gemmi Construction.
Chase is learning the trade alongside his dad and Ross, a proud 2009 MBIT graduate who now serves as his mentor—proof that Career & Technical Education builds more than just skills, it builds connections that last generations.
🙌 A huge thank you to Gemmi Construction and Jamie, another proud MBIT alum, for creating meaningful opportunities like this for our students. Your support helps shape the future of the skilled trades.
This summer, Chase Donohue, a student in our Construction Carpentry program, is gaining real-world experience through his Co-op placement with Gemmi Construction.
Chase is learning the trade alongside his dad and Ross, a proud 2009 MBIT graduate who now serves as his mentor—proof that Career & Technical Education builds more than just skills, it builds connections that last generations.
🙌 A huge thank you to Gemmi Construction and Jamie, another proud MBIT alum, for creating meaningful opportunities like this for our students. Your support helps shape the future of the skilled trades.
🔨 Summer Co-Op Spotlight!
Ryan Cobb, a Building Trades Occupations student at MBIT, is spending his summer building real-world skills with his mentor Jason at Glass Systems Tech LLC!
👏 Huge shoutout to Glass Systems Tech for creating this incredible opportunity for Ryan to gain hands-on experience and grow his trade skills in the field!
This is what Career and Technical Education is all about—students learning by doing and preparing for success after high school.
Ryan Cobb, a Building Trades Occupations student at MBIT, is spending his summer building real-world skills with his mentor Jason at Glass Systems Tech LLC!
👏 Huge shoutout to Glass Systems Tech for creating this incredible opportunity for Ryan to gain hands-on experience and grow his trade skills in the field!
This is what Career and Technical Education is all about—students learning by doing and preparing for success after high school.
Alumni Spotlight
Meet Anthony Turner (Class of 2009) and Justin Tuttle (Class of 2004) — proud Public Safety graduates from Middle Bucks Institute of Technology!
Today, both Anthony and Justin are vital to the Bucks County Radio Repair Shop, ensuring seamless communication across our county’s emergency response systems.
📡 Justin began his career in 2005 as a dispatcher at Bucks County 911. In 2014, he brought his experience to the Radio Repair Shop, where he continues to serve behind the scenes.
📡 Anthony followed a similar path, joining Bucks County 911 in 2016 and transitioning to the Radio Repair Shop in 2021.
Together, they oversee the county’s public safety radio network and are responsible for programming all radios used by Bucks County emergency responders — making sure those critical calls to 911 are always heard.
Meet Anthony Turner (Class of 2009) and Justin Tuttle (Class of 2004) — proud Public Safety graduates from Middle Bucks Institute of Technology!
Today, both Anthony and Justin are vital to the Bucks County Radio Repair Shop, ensuring seamless communication across our county’s emergency response systems.
📡 Justin began his career in 2005 as a dispatcher at Bucks County 911. In 2014, he brought his experience to the Radio Repair Shop, where he continues to serve behind the scenes.
📡 Anthony followed a similar path, joining Bucks County 911 in 2016 and transitioning to the Radio Repair Shop in 2021.
Together, they oversee the county’s public safety radio network and are responsible for programming all radios used by Bucks County emergency responders — making sure those critical calls to 911 are always heard.
The Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) was established in 1969 to provide career and technical education to high school students across Central Bucks, Centennial, and New Hope-Solebury school districts. It began as a shared vision to prepare students for in-demand careers through hands-on, real-world learning. Over the decades, MBIT has evolved alongside industry needs, offering 21 diverse programs ranging from health sciences to engineering. Thousands of students have launched successful careers through co-op opportunities, apprenticeships, and certifications gained at MBIT. The school continues to partner with local businesses to connect students with meaningful workforce experiences. Today, MBIT remains a leader in career and technical education, committed to student success and community growth.
🔦 Summer Co-op Spotlight: Evan Goldman
This summer, Evan Goldman from our Architecture & Construction Engineering (ACE) program is gaining real-world experience at @munzconstruction
Through his summer Co-op, Evan is applying classroom knowledge on active job sites, learning from industry pros, and building skills that will set him up for success in the skilled trades.
Keep up the great work, Evan—we're proud of your dedication and drive!
This summer, Evan Goldman from our Architecture & Construction Engineering (ACE) program is gaining real-world experience at @munzconstruction
Through his summer Co-op, Evan is applying classroom knowledge on active job sites, learning from industry pros, and building skills that will set him up for success in the skilled trades.
Keep up the great work, Evan—we're proud of your dedication and drive!
🌟 Summer Co-Op Spotlight 🌟
Meet Kyle Cunnane, a rising senior in our Network Operating Systems (NOS) program! This summer, Kyle is gaining hands-on experience by working right here at MBIT, helping prepare our technology systems for a smooth and successful school year. Thank you, Kyle, for your hard work and dedication behind the scenes!
Meet Kyle Cunnane, a rising senior in our Network Operating Systems (NOS) program! This summer, Kyle is gaining hands-on experience by working right here at MBIT, helping prepare our technology systems for a smooth and successful school year. Thank you, Kyle, for your hard work and dedication behind the scenes!
🌟 Summer Co-Op Spotlight 🌟
Meet Emily Alas Lainez, a dedicated Dental Occupations (DEN) student gaining real-world experience this summer at Dr. Michael Christiansen, DMD! Emily is sharpening her skills and building confidence in the field of dentistry—one smile at a time!
Meet Emily Alas Lainez, a dedicated Dental Occupations (DEN) student gaining real-world experience this summer at Dr. Michael Christiansen, DMD! Emily is sharpening her skills and building confidence in the field of dentistry—one smile at a time!
🎬 Behind the Scenes 🎬
Our talented multimedia students are hard at work prepping for SkillsUSA Nationals competition last month! From camera setups to script polishing, their dedication, creativity, and teamwork are on full display.
Our talented multimedia students are hard at work prepping for SkillsUSA Nationals competition last month! From camera setups to script polishing, their dedication, creativity, and teamwork are on full display.
MBIT Alumni Spotlight
🎓 Meet Allison Mignogna, a 2014 graduate of our Culinary Arts & Science program! After managing a winery tasting room, Allison moved to Texas for her husband’s military training—where she used her MBIT skills to support fellow military families through meals, events, and fundraising. She also launched a successful handmade home goods business during COVID, which she plans to relaunch soon.
MBIT Alumni send us your stories! alumni@mbit.org and join the Facebook MBIT Alumni Association
🎓 Meet Allison Mignogna, a 2014 graduate of our Culinary Arts & Science program! After managing a winery tasting room, Allison moved to Texas for her husband’s military training—where she used her MBIT skills to support fellow military families through meals, events, and fundraising. She also launched a successful handmade home goods business during COVID, which she plans to relaunch soon.
MBIT Alumni send us your stories! alumni@mbit.org and join the Facebook MBIT Alumni Association
Congratulations to our amazing Multimedia students!
You made us proud representing MBIT at the SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta! Your creativity, dedication, and teamwork truly shined throughout the competition.
Not only did you showcase your talent on a national stage, but you also got to explore Atlanta — including an unforgettable visit to the Georgia Aquarium! What an incredible experience from start to finish.
🎬 Digital Cinema – 2nd place out of 35 states!
🎧 Audio Production – 8th in the nation out of 26 teams!
📷 Photography –10th place out of 39 competitors!
🎤 Extemporaneous Speech –16th in the nation!
On top of the intense competition, students got to explore Atlanta, including a visit to the Aquarium — a well-earned break and unforgettable experience.
A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Jim Davey for your outstanding guidance and dedication throughout the journey. Your support helped shape this incredible experience.
We are beyond proud of our students — you’ve shown what talent, passion, and hard work can achieve!
🎬 Day 3 at SkillsUSA Nationals!
Our talented Multimedia students are making the most of every moment—capturing, creating, and collaborating with students from across the country. The energy is high, the creativity is flowing, and the memories are unforgettable!
🎬 Day 2 of SkillsUSA Nationals
Our Multimedia students are diving deeper into the art of cinema during today’s workshop sessions—learning, creating, and collaborating with the best in the nation! We're proud to see their creativity shine on a national stage. 🌟
Wishing the best of luck to our amazing students representing MBIT at the SkillsUSA Nationals! 🇺🇸💪 We’re so proud of you and can’t wait to see all that you accomplish. Enjoy every moment and keep making us proud! Here’s a look at Day 1 — let’s go, team!
Thank you to our multimedia students for their hard work in preparing the live stream for our ceremony. While we experienced technical difficulties and were unable to stream the event live, they successfully recorded the entire ceremony. It’s all part of a valuable learning experience, and we’re proud of their efforts. We also appreciate the continued support and understanding from our families and community.
https://youtu.be/E5xgel813uM?si=VxFPhJiG8hnwOWmU
🔥 Welding His Way to Success! 🔥🔩
Meet Michael McArdle, a junior in our Welding Technology program, who is gaining hands-on experience through Co-Op at Pucci and Associates in Ivyland—a local leader in custom fence fabrication! 👨🏭And he is an Eagles Fan! Go Birds!
Michael is sharpening his welding skills and learning the ropes of the trade in a real-world setting. We're proud of his dedication and excited to see where his career takes him!
A huge THANK YOU to Pucci and Associates for investing in our students and supporting work-based education opportunities!
