November: Student of the Month
Bailey Vance definitely deserves this award! The teacher cadet program has given Bailey purpose and helped her develop confidence. Bailey is always encouraging to the other students in the program. She has not missed a day of school because of the Teacher Prep Academy. Even if she has an appointment during the day, she will return for “my kids”.
At the beginning of the school year, Bailey would not walk to the office by herself to ask questions. In November, she stood in front of the entire school at the Veteran’s assembly and read an essay she and the other cadet wrote about what veterans mean to students. This was a HUGE accomplishment for her.
Bailey is extremely inquisitive and constantly asks clarification questions. She applies the concepts we discuss in class to her host students and returns to share what worked. Bailey’s curiosity shows how dedicated she is to understanding the students she works with. This makes her an exceptional future educator. Bailey volunteers in the after school tutoring program. Last year, she relied on that program as a student and now she wants to pay it forward. This is just another way Bailey deserves to be Student of the Month.
Bailey strives to get out of her comfort zone and is willing to try new things, like public speaking and trying to help a student with severe behavioral problems. Her host teacher, Mrs. Look, continually raves about the work Bailey does in her class and has requested Bailey to be her cadet all year because of the above average work she does in her placement. I believe Bailey deserves this nomination for a million reasons.
To be nominated for “Professional Student of the Month”, a student must have outstanding work ethics, no absences or tardies for the month, no discipline issues and at least a B grade point average. Iosco RESA Tech Center offers the following programs for 11th and 12th grade students: Automotive Technology, Aeronautics/General Aviation, Building Trades, Business Management, Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management, Health Science, Teacher Prep Academy, and Welding & Fabrication. For more information about these programs call 989-362-3006 ext. 1163.
Our 2nd PAC meeting is approaching on January 27th at 6pm! The meeting will be focusing on your child's IEP and we encourage you to bring a copy. There is also a link available to participate virtually.
To get more information about PAC, help finding your child's IEP, or getting the virtual link, email Chelsea Stephens at cstephens@ioscoresa.net.
recognize Lane Guoan as “Professional Student of the Month” for October 2025. Lane is the son of
Melissa and Nathan Guoan. He is senior at Whittemore-Prescott High School.
“Lane is a second year student and has consistently demonstrated the ability to be a fantastic
addition to IRESA student body and the construction trades program. He demonstrates integrity,
honesty, a desire to learn, and has excellent work ethics! Lane displays a sincere desire to learn as
many new construction skills as can be taught and accepts a leadership role for his peers. One of the
obvious things you will notice about Lane is his work ethic. When working on our house project he
remains engaged and is willing to tackle the challenging tasks when they arise. In a classroom he
completes his assignments with accuracy and timeliness. Lane has the unique ability to work with
almost any other student and I am lucky to have him as a member of my construction trades
program. I look forward to assisting him with his career goals in the near future.”
To be nominated for “Professional Student of the Month”, a student must have outstanding work
ethics, no absences or tardies for the month, no discipline issues and at least a B grade point
average. Iosco RESA Tech Center offers the following programs for 11th and 12th grade students:
Automotive Technology, Aeronautics/General Aviation, Building Trades, Business Management,
Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management, Health Science, Teacher Prep Academy, and Welding &
Fabrication. For more information about these programs call 989-362-3006 ext. 1163.
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The Iosco RESA Career and Technical Education Center would like to take this opportunity to recognize George Kirby as “Professional Student of the Month” for September 2025. George is the son of Holly Smith and Robert Kirby. He is senior at Oscoda Area High School.
George Kirby is a second year student in the Welding & Fabrication course. George has an outstanding work ethic. It starts with his unwavering attendance. He is here every day and contributes positively to our classroom or in the lab. He turns in every assignment and does quality, accurate work. George has picked up where he left off, and continues to be a leader in our class. He has already completed one of his leadership projects for the Tech Center and has plans to do more. George is a great asset to our program and will do amazing things in the future as a welder.
The following is what was true of him last year & is still true today. His time spent in the lab shows his commitment to our trade. He doesn’t wait to be told what to do. He spends every minute practicing or fabricating his projects. For example, George was a lead fabricator in his leadership team. They built a park bench for the Tech Center, and it will be utilized here at the Tech Center for everyone to enjoy. Another example of George’s creativity and skill was showcased in the project he submitted for our MITES competition. He made the infinity cube, and this was featured at the Tawas Art Gallery. Many people made inquiries about if he would be willing to sell his cube. This is the ultimate compliment! George has a bright future ahead of him as a welder & fabricator.
To be nominated for “Professional Student of the Month”, a student must have outstanding work ethics, no absences or tardies for the month, no discipline issues and at least a B grade point average. Iosco RESA Tech Center offers the following programs for 11th and 12th grade students: Automotive Technology, Aeronautics/General Aviation, Building Trades, Business Management, Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management, Health Science, Teacher Prep Academy, and Welding & Fabrication. For more information about these programs call 989-362-3006 ext. 1163.
The Iosco Regional Educational Service Agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation
Next Tuesday is the first PAC meeting of the school year. The meeting will be open house style with tables set up for families to take home and learn more about resources available. They will also have the opportunity to meet staff throughout the county.
Every family member that attends will be entered in a drawing for a bag full of goodies!
Call Chelsea Stephens at 989-362-3006 x 1129 or email cstephens@ioscoresa.net with any questions!
