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Recently the Regional Occupational Center (ROC) had seven students qualify for national competitions through the SkillsUSA organization. SkillsUSA is a national students leadership organization focused on closing the skills gap in the American workforce.

Having just earned his certificate from ROC's Pharmacy Tech program, Luis Pineda was ready for the next STEM challenge. He was one of the 10% of applicants to be selected to participate in this year's 'REVS UP' summer program at CSUB.

Next year will be a busy one for ROC! In addition to building a new campus in SW Bakersfield, the original campus will be expanded. New programs slated to open during the 2019-2020 school year include Construction, Cosmetology, and Culinary Arts. Auto Tech and Vet Tech will also see their program areas updated.

Congratulations to the 7 high school seniors who were selected for the 2018 ROC scholarship so they are better able to further their college career. Here is a brief look into each of their plans after they walk the stage next week ...

As you explore our website and tour our school, one thing becomes abundantly clear: ROC is like no other school you've ever attended. The hands-on career technical education you receive is as valuable to those headed to college as it is for those interested in the military, trade schools, or wishing to go straight to work.

The Housing Authority of the County of Kern has been a long-time partner of ROC's Administrative Assistant program. As one of the program's top internship sites, they have had a hands-on role in the training and development of tomorrow's business workforce.

Congratulations to our latest ROC students who were able to successfully convert their classroom internship into a paid job. Clearly their hard work and dedication showed these employers they have the right stuff.

7 young ladies from the ROC Business, Banking, and Finance program were selected to attend the 2018 Bakersfield Women's Conference with their instructor, Ms. Sardo. The girls had an amazing time hearing from keynote and break-out sessioin speakers, visiting vendor booths, and networking with local professionals.

ROC is pleased to offer 2018 for-credit summer classes for high school students (incoming 9th - 12th graders) and non-credit summer camps for junior high students (incoming 7th and 8th graders). Unfortunately we are unable to serve students not within these grade ranges.

With nearly 20,000 eligible high school juniors and seniors vying for one of ROC's limited Career Technical Education slots, it is easy to see why students are excited when they learn that they have been accepted into one of ROC's 27 vocational training areas.