As a new school year begins, the faculty and staff at HCTC gathered for a meaningful exercise designed to anchor their shared mission to our students: the 27-9-3 "What Is Your Why?" activity.
We asked our teachers to summarize their core dedication to education into a brief, impactful statement: 27 words or fewer, spoken in 9 seconds, covering 3 key topics. The goal is simple – precisely communicate why they step into the classroom every day.
The exercise gave us powerful reminders of the heart behind Career and Technical Education. Staff members shared personal statements focused on building student confidence, helping young adults discover their path in industry, and cultivating strong character. As one staff member expressed, their mission is "to empower students to believe in themselves, find their purpose within the industry, and lead with compassion for others and the world around them."
Starting the academic year grounded in our values ensures that every shop project, lab exercise, and classroom discussion is driven by purpose and geared to student success.
HCTC is proud to have a team whose shared commitment puts student growth and future success at the center of everything we do. You can take a look at all of the responses here!
