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“This is my first year at the ATC and (I’ve) had
a wonderful learning experience. The ATC Law
Enforcement Program has introduced me to a career in
(that field).”
-Angelo Hernandez
current student

“I was struggling with direction when I was in high
school, but when I discovered the opportunities
available at the Byron Martin ATC, it opened up so many
possibilities. It set me on a trajectory of success in the
automotive industry.”

“Coming to the Byron Martin ATC and joining Lubbock -Colton Bromley
ISD TV was the best decision that I’ve ever made! This CHS Class of 2006
program not only helped me realize what I want to do
with my life, but it also helped me gain confidence with
myself and in professional situations. Fast forward 5 “When I was a student in LISD, I took classes at the
years, I’m now a Student Teacher for Lubbock ISD TV. ATC: Computer Maintenance and Career Prep. (It)
I’m happy that I get the opportunity to be for students changed my life because I was able to get a job working
what the instructors at Lubbock ISD TV were for me, with LISD-TV. I became very passionate for AV and
someone who believes in them when they don’t believe Education and decided I wanted to teach. I graduated
in themselves. “ from Lubbock Christian University with a Bachelors in
-Mikayla Holmes Secondary Education and CIS. I got my first teaching job
Texas Tech College of Media and Communications in 2012 here at the ATC and have been here ever since.
Class of 2020 It is a magical place for all our students and teachers. It
Journalism Major | Secondary Education Minor has a community college feel, and all the classes prepare
students for the future. I am an example of what the ATC
can do, as a student, and now as a teacher. Lubbock is
“The ATC is a place where students become college, very fortunate to have the ATC to prepare our youth to
career, and life ready. They leave here with Dual Credit, enter the workforce as productive members of society.”
Weighted Credit and College Credit. The ATC is the -Brandon Grace
wave of the future.” ATC Teacher
-Dr. Vickie Cooper
Asst. Principal, Byron Martin ATC
“The ATC has enabled me to learn how to build my
passions into something tangible. I have received
“It’s been a wonderful two years at the ATC, (I’m) certifications that employers look for. As a CTE
experiencing new and amazing life experiences.” Ambassador for the ATC, I have seen the teaching that
-Amanda Salinas goes on throughout the building that prepares students
current student to become professionals. . .. I am now career ready and
able to become an even better student in college.”
-Christian Vela (LHS)
current student
“It’s my second year at the ATC, and I had the wonderful
opportunity to be able to take four classes here this year.
It has been a great learning experience for me.
-Legend Vasquez
current student

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