Thank you for joining us at the 916 Career and Technical Center Open House! We loved having the opportunity to welcome you to showcase our programs and share all the exciting opportunities available to our students.

We look forward to a new school year filled with hands-on learning, career exploration, skill building, and opportunities for students to discover and pursue their passions!
2 days ago, Northeast Metro 916
Student and family in the 916 Career and Tech Center office.
Staff smiling with the 916 Career and Tech Center signs in front of them.
Superintendent and student smiling for a picture during open house.
A far shot of students, families, and staff in a classroom during open house.
Join us for the 916 Career and Tech Center Open house! Stop by to meet with staff, take a look around classrooms, and get any questions answered before the first day of school. We hope to see you there!

Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
6 days ago, Northeast Metro 916
A reminder about the 916 Career and Tech Center Open House that is happening on August 26 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
We are thrilled to welcome our newest employees to Northeast Metro 916! They all bring their talents, experiences, and perspectives that will strengthen our schools and enrich the experiences of our students. We are excited to have them all join the 916 community and look forward to all that they will accomplish. Welcome to the team—we're so glad that you're here!
10 days ago, Northeast Metro 916
Person giving a presentation at the front with staff watching.
Three staff smiling for a picture.
New staff gathered in a circle and talking with each other.
Staff gathered in a circle and talking with each other.
Two staff smiling for a picture.
Staff gathered in a circle and talking with each other.
As we close out the 2025-2026 school year, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to our students, families, and staff for making this year a success.

To our students: thank you for your hard work, resilience, and willingness to learn and grow each day. Your accomplishments and growth throughout the year have been inspiring, and we are so proud of all you have achieved.

To our families: thank you for your partnership, encouragement, and support. Your involvement and commitment play a vital role in the students' success.

To our staff: thank you for your dedication and compassion to our students as your efforts makes a lasting difference in the 916 school community.

We hope everyone has an opportunity to rest, recharge, and enjoy the summer break. We look forward to seeing everyone for the 2026-2027 school year!
3 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
A photo collage of students, staff, and families through the 2025 to 2026 school year with text on the side that says, "Thank you!"
Andy Angell, the Architecture and Construction Engineering Teacher at the 916 Career and Tech Center, celebrated this week the completion (and sale) of his saunas that he and his students have built all year. Staff joined students in putting the finishing touches on. Congratulations to the class for completing these amazing saunas!
3 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
A sauna that was built by students.
The inside of the student built sauna made with wood and the window in the middle of the frame.
Two students painting the student built sauna.
Two staff painting the student built sauna.
Teacher caulking the outside of the student built sauna.
Principal painting the outside of a student built sauna.
Northeast Metro 916 Career and Technical Center held a health fair yesterday with tables led by students in the Health Sciences courses. Attendees were able to do glucose tests, blood typing tests, learn about different health conditions and spin to win prizes!
3 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Students and staff in a hallway where a health fair is being held.
Students at a student led booth for a health fair.
Staff talking to students at their informational booth.
Students doing a blood typing test.
Students standing behind their presentation board and smiling.
Students teaching how to properly put on medical clothing.
Students talking to other students at their informational booth at the health fair.
This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, May 25 due to Memorial Day. We will see everyone back on Tuesday, May 26!
3 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
A speaker phone that says "Important remind that there is no school on Monday, May 25 due to Memorial Day."
The school year is almost over, but not without a bit of a celebration and recognition at Northeast Metro 916 Career and Technical Center. Yesterday's end-of-year assembly was filled with pride and celebration as we recognized the incredible accomplishments of students. From academic achievements to leadership, creativity, growth, and perseverance, we are so proud of everything the students have achieved this year. Thank you to our staff, families, and school community for supporting and encouraging the students every step of the way.
3 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Students and staff at a end of year assembly and celebrating.
Last week, the Phlebotomy students at 916 Career and Tech were practicing drawing blood from people. Superintendent Val, pictured here, graciously gave her arm for a blood draw. In her own words, "the students were so professional and made the experience painless."
4 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
A Phlebotomy student putting a tourniquet on Superintendent Val Rae Boe.
This is a reminder that there is no school on Friday, May 8 due to professional development day for staff.
4 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
A speaker phone with text saying, "Important reminder for no school on May 8 due to professional development day for 916 staff."
Congratulations to Frank Onyango from Stillwater High School! He is receiving an award for being in the top 10 individuals for the Personal Finance Challenge. He placed 8th out of 340 students across the entire state of Minnesota!

Frank is a senior in the Entrepreneurship, Travel, and Social Media Marketing course and will be attending Century College for the business pathway program.
4 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
A picture of a student sitting outside.
Last Wednesday, Northeast Metro 916 held The Annual District Art Show. Artwork of various mediums were displayed from nail art, metal work, photos, paintings, ceramics, and more from students across the district. There was even a cookie decorating table as a fun activity and sweet treat! Thank you to the staff who set up the art show and everyone who attended as well. Seeing the 916 community come together to celebrate the students' imagination and effort makes this event truly special.
4 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
A wall of 3D printed triangles that are bound together by binder rings and each triangle has artwork by students and staff.
A table with nail art and metal artwork.
A close up image of a rose made from metal.
A close up image of various nail art from students.
Image of a lamp with the base of the lamp made from metal art.
Metal art worked into a person holding a heart.
A wall of various paintings made from students.
A group of people looking at student artwork on the wall.
A table full of ceramic mugs and bowls made by students.
A wall full of various art from students and a table with other artwork as well.
Happy Staff Appreciation Week!

Northeast Metro 916 is proud to celebrate Staff Appreciation Week with sincere gratitude for each and every one of you. The care, dedication, and heart you bring to your work does not go unnoticed—they are what makes the 916 community strong. Thank you for showing up each day with commitment, compassion, and a willingness to go above and beyond.
4 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Collage of Northeast Metro 916 staff in celebration of staff appreciation week.
Students had the opportunity to connect with industry experts and explore the many possibilities within the skilled trades at the Trades Career Fair. The experience lets them consider potential careers in fields like construction, electrical work, automotive technology, and more.
4 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Sign that says, "Welcome to the Trades Career Fair" with a logo that has a screwdriver and wrench above it.
A student talking to industry professionals.
A student talking to industry professionals.
Two students talking to an industry professional.
A group of students talking to industry professionals.
Two students talking to an industry professional.
A view of students going around to industry professional booths and talking with them about their careers.
This week is National Assistant Principal Week! Thank you for being the steady support system for students, staff, and families—balancing challenges with compassion and leading with dedication every single day.
5 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Image of Northeast Metro 916 Assistant Principals in celebration of National Assistant Principal Appreciation Week.
Future dental professionals in the making! 🦷

Dental Career students are getting hands-on experience with 3Shape TRIOS scanners, capturing 3D digital models/scans of their classmates' teeth. It's incredible to see technology bring learning to life as students learn these skills to help build their pathway.
5 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Student using a 3Shape TRIOS scanner on fake teeth model.
Student using a 3Shape TRIOS scanner to capture a 3D digital model/scan of classmate's teeth with another student observing them.
Student using a 3Shape TRIOS scanner to capture a 3D digital model/scan of classmate's teeth with another student observing them.
Student using a 3Shape TRIOS scanner to capture a 3D digital model/scan of classmate's teeth with another student observing them.
This a reminder that there is no school due to Spring Break. We all hope you have a great spring break and will see staff and students after the break!

District: March 9-13
916 Mahtomedi Academy: March 9-20
Bellaire Education Center: March 9-27
6 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Green square graphic of a speaker phone stating an important reminder that there is no school due to it being spring break.
Career and Technical Education prepare students from classroom learning to future careers. Karson Reil, a student in the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program, needed a change of direction in school and life. Karson decided to enroll into the EMT program due to a growing interest and now has a career-focused education, which has supported Karson to create pathways for the future.
6 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Image highlighting a 916 Career and Tech Center student about why Career and Technical Education.
Career and Technical Education turns passions into professions every single day. Bella Harris, a student in the Cosmetology: Nails & Esthetician program, is pursuing a career as an Aesthetic Nurse, specializing in advanced medical treatments. Bella's goal isn't just pursuing a career, but also wanting to challenge and change the beauty standards, especially for Black and Brown beauty.
6 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Image highlighting a 916 Career and Tech Center student about why Career and Technical Education.
What if school helped you graduate with skills AND certifications? That's the power of Career and Technical Education. Fiona Savela, a student in the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program, is graduating with her EMR Certification and 19 college credits. By taking what she has learned while being in this program, Fiona wants to give back and support patients during their most vulnerable moments.
6 months ago, Northeast Metro 916
Square image of a student being highlighted with a quote about career and technical education.