Employer Needs Survey

Floyd County High School is interested in the needs of local employers.  Please take a moment to complete our online survey using the link below.

FCHS 2013 Employer Needs Survey

Thank you for your participation!

Thank You Shelor Motor Mile!

Floyd County High School's Automotive Technology department has some new equipment thanks to the Shelor Motor Mile in Christiansburg.

Shelor gave the school Matco tools and equipment that added up to more than $3,500, as part of Shelor's "Growing the Future" program.

The donations include:

• Tension gauge
• Coolant/combustion gas detector
• Electric heat gun
• Jumper cables
• Remote starter switch
• Wheel chucks
• Cylinder power balance tester
• Tool cart

"The tools donated by Shelor Motor Mile will be used to continue our Automotive Technology Program," said Jessica Cromer, Career and Technical Education Director/Assistant Principal of Floyd County High School, in a news release.  "New state requirements dictate that our shop become NATEF/ASE Accredited and one of those accreditation requirements is to possess a minimum tool inventory.  We did not have the funds to purchase everything that was needed and simply would not have been able to continue our Automotive Program without these donations."

"It is always a pleasure to partner with local area schools" said Regina Edwards, Parts Manager at Shelor Motor Mile, in the release.  "By providing Automotive Service students with the proper tools and equipment, many opportunities and learning experiences become available."

The Floyd County program trains students to repair and troubleshoot problems on cars.  Repair lessons focus on car engines, suspensions, exhaust system, transmission system, and electrical system.

Grafting Apple Trees

The FCHS Agriculture program is grateful to Extension Agent Jon Vest for his presentation on grafting apple trees.  Our students were able to take home some of the product and should be enjoying the "fruits" of their labor in about four years!

HOSA Blood Drive

Health Occupations students held a Blood Drive at FCHS on March 20.  Here are some of their reflections on the event:

"I really enjoyed it I learned a lot and I was actually helping people. Also it was my first time giving blood and it was a huge success! I learned that it affects people in different ways and some just cannot handle it.  I learned how important it was to eat something after just giving blood because you can feel weak and its important to replinish. " -Diana

"It was enjoyable, I think that it was educational for us as nurse aide students to be able to interact with the American Red Cross during the blood drive. I feel like we learned a lot of things that we did not know before, developed patient care skills, and were able to be in a new type of nursing environment. The blood drive teaches that just one pint of blood can make a difference and that donating is just a simple task that people can do to help out in their community." -Taylor

"The American Red Cross Blood Drive sponsored by HOSA on March 20 was a huge success. I would like to thank each of you for helping out with this very important cause. There were 55 people who presented on the day of the blood drive to donate. Of those 55, ten were deferred and three were unable to complete donation, resulting in the collection of 39 productive units.

As our first blogging assignment, please reflect on the blood drive. Share your thoughts on the importance of blood collection and any suggestions you may have for future blood drives here at the high school." -Mrs. Sutphin

"I think that blood drives are very important because blood is needed everyday. I decided to give blood on march 20th, and although it hurt and a felt week after giving blood, it was worth it. I liked knowing that I could save someone or make a difference in someone’s life. It was definitely worth it, and I wil definitely donate again. I also really enjoyed helping out with the blood drive. I learned a lot about the process, and that certain circumstances in your life can make you ineligable to donate." -Katelyn

FFA Members Recognized

On Wednesday, March 13, FCHS FFA members who placed in regional or state competitions were recognized by the Floyd County School Board. Congratulations!

What's Your Future Sound Like?

Check out one of the student video entries for the CTE Month PSA Contest!

Blast from the Past

CTE has been a huge part of education in Floyd County for years.  Just check out this photo from 1952!