The 2008-2009 Calendar is online! Apply for WST Online! Fill out our new online application. WST Alumni...Where are you now? Please fill out our form. Check out our News & Events section! Thank you to our Supporters who attended our 2nd Annual WST Foundation Luncheon!

Welcome back WST Staff & Students! We'd like to introduce you to West Sound Technical Skills Center. We are an eight school district educational cooperative serving students in the Bremerton, Central Kitsap, North Kitsap, North Mason, Peninsula, Quilcene, Bainbridge Island and South Kitsap School Districts as an off-campus training site extension of the sending high schools. The Skills Center provides an opportunity for students between the ages of 16 and 21 or in grades 11 or 12 to receive job training as part of the public educational system at no cost to the student. This provides students with the opportunity to get a jump-start on a post secondary education. Our students learn the technical knowledge and skills to either gain them advanced placement in apprenticeships, technical schools, two and four year colleges and universities, or go directly to entry-level employment in a vocation. Our success rate is high for students going on to further education and for students gaining employment after graduation. This is largely due to having an outstanding teaching staff of professionals from industry with many years of experience in their fields. We're proud of our students' and staffs' educational accomplishments every day and we invite you to come in and see for yourself how West Sound Tech can teach you the skills you need to help you secure a successful future.

West Sound Technical Skills Center FAQ
“Creating Quality Candidates for Tomorrow’s Careers”

WHAT IS THE WSTSC?

West Sound Tech Skills Center (WSTSC) is a public school available to high school students to learn job skills while attending high school.

WHAT DOES IT COST TO ATTEND?

Nothing. Training is provided to students at no cost, students are able to get a jump-start on post secondary education. Students learn the technical knowledge & skills to either gain advanced placement in apprenticeships, technical schools, two year and four year colleges or go directly to entry level employment in the industry. Students may count for partial credit in Math, Science, and English.

WHO MAY ATTEND?

Students who are Junior and Senior High School students enrolled in one of the 25 high schools (including alternative schools) in the 8 school districts: Bainbridge Island, Bremerton, North Kitsap, Central Kitsap, South Kitsap, North Mason, Peninsula, and Quilcene.

HOW DO I GET THERE?

Bus transportation is provided by each of the school districts at no cost to the students. Students wishing to drive must have the permission of their parents and sending school principal.

WHEN DO CLASSES MEET?

Classes meet in three period blocks in the morning and afternoon so students can be enrolled in other classes at their sending schools. Morning Classes are from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM and afternoon classes meet from 11:10 AM to 1:40 PM.

WHY WOULD I WANT TO ATTEND WST?

Attending WST gives high school students the opportunity to learn a job skill while still in high school. Skills learned at WST can help pay college expenses. Graduating from high school, students may go directly to work. The skills learned at WST help students find jobs. Instructors know of several well-paying jobs in the community and will assist students in finding employment.

WHERE IS WST LOCATED?

WST is located at 101 National Avenue North in Bremerton, just one block South of the intersection of Kitsap Way and National Avenue and about four blocks from the junction of Highways 3 and 16. For specific driving directions, visit this link or call WST at (360)473-0550.

WHAT PROGRAMS ARE AVAILABLE?

There are 16 programs to select from, they are: Automotive Technology, Academy of Finance, Collision Repair Technology, Academy of Hospitality & Tourism, Precision Machining & Manufacturing, Construction Trades, Cosmetology, Early Childhood Education, Culinary Arts/Food Service, Restaurant Management, Natural Resources Technology, Public Safety Occupations, Professional Medical Careers, Engineering & Design Technology, Sheet Metal Technology and Welding Technology.

DO STUDENTS EARN CREDIT?

Certainly. Area high schools issue credits which count toward high school graduation. Some classes may count for partial credit in required subjects such as Math, Science and English.

CAN I EARN COLLEGE CREDIT?

Yes. Most programs allow students the opportunity to get Tech Prep college credit for what they do in the program when they receive an “A” or “B” grade.

HOW ARE STUDENTS GRADED?

Student progress is evaluated and letter grades are earned each quarter, trimester and semester. Students are graded on employability skills and program competencies. Certificate of Competency listing those competencies or skills learned during training are awarded upon program completion. Grades are recorded on high school report cards and transcripts.

WHAT TYPE OF STUDENTS GO TO THE WSTSC?

Students at WSTSC are just like students at area high schools. Some are real brainy, some are athletes, some are very serious about training for a good-paying job and some have special needs. Every student is special and unique; our goal is to help each student graduate with a high school diploma and job skills.

IS THERE FOOD AT THE WSTSC?

Our Food Service/Culinary Arts program offers a deli counter where students can purchase sandwiches, pastries and beverages. Vending machines also provide snack items and pop.

FURTHER QUESTIONS?

For general information, contact West Sound Technical Skills Center at (360)473-0550 between the hours of 7 AM and 3:30 PM or e-mail us at wstinfo@wstsc.com. For the e-mail or phone of a specific program or person, please view the phone & e-mail directory on the contact page.

ONLINE PHONE & E-MAIL DIRECTORY

WST complies with all federal rules & regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap.