IRMO — The Center for Advanced Technical Studies is offering dog grooming services and packages this spring through its Veterinary Science program in Lexington-Richland School District Five. Under the guidance of Veterinary Science Instructor Jessica Hidalgo, students receive hands-on training in professional pet grooming, including safe animal handling, bathing, styling,Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — The Center for Advanced Technical Studies will host a Mardi Gras Dinner Culinary Class for the community on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. This hands-on cooking experience allows participants to prepare a complete Mardi Gras–inspired meal for four to take home, including an appetizer,Continue Reading
Center for Advanced Technical Studies educators Sandy Ellisor, Patrick Duggan and Roy Frick received the Certificate of Recognition from SSG. Sean Delaney-Gesing of the South Carolina Army National Guard.Continue Reading
The Lexington-Richland Five FFA Chapter recently won the state championship in the South Carolina FFA Veterinary Science Career Development Event (CDE). The winning team included Sydney Brunson from Chapin High School and Jay Caldwell, Alex Coogler, and Liv Dandridge from Spring Hill High School. All four students are part ofContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – Four exceptional students from the Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) in Lexington-Richland School District Five took a significant step towards their future careers in aerospace during the Aeronautics Career Signing Day held at the Jim Hamilton – LB Owens Airport. Sponsored by the South CarolinaContinue Reading
The Center for Advanced Technical Studies recently played host to the Racing Challenge STEM Competition for Middle and High School Students in collaboration with Ten80 Education, a leading provider of hands-on STEM programs nationwide. This event serves as a preparatory platform for teams gearing up for the Ten80 STEM ChallengesContinue Reading
As the holiday season approaches, students at The Center for Advanced Technical Studies are preparing for their annual poinsettia sale, a vibrant showcase of the students’ agricultural prowess and dedication to supporting their educational endeavors. Growing Excellence in Agriculture Education In the heart of The Center, students in the AgriculturalContinue Reading
The SkillsUSA chapter at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) recently completed their annual “3 Ways, 2 Days, 1 Impact from SkillsUSA” community service project. This year they partnered with Ronald McDonald House Charities and Prisma Health Children’s Hospital – Midlands. Nearly a year into the COVID-19 pandemic,Continue Reading