Finding Her Why
After moving to Oklahoma just before starting high school, Simardeep Singh eventually found a strong community and numerous opportunities at Francis Tuttle.
Success Stories
Current and former students tell their stories of what Francis Tuttle did or is doing for them, for a future beyond high school to a new start in a successful career.
Discovering Her Career Path
Madison Townsend's time in Francis Tuttle's Criminal Justice Program has helped her realize her goal of becoming an intelligence analyst for the FBI.
Building Confidence and Community
As a student at Francis Tuttle, Alfrimerys Gallardo has grown both personally and professionally while working toward her goal of owning a graphic design business.
Blending Science, Service, and Innovation
Ilakiya Raghavendiran is building a foundation for a career in medicine through Francis Tuttle’s Biosciences and Medicine Academy and Entrepreneurship Program, applying her learning to research, nonprofit work, and biomedical innovation.
Kindness Takes Flight
From donating to the on-campus food closet to supporting Adopt-A-Family and a student-led blanket drive, William McNeely has spent the holiday season finding meaningful ways to give back at Francis Tuttle.
Veteran’s Journey Comes Full Circle
Betty Tran served in the U.S. Army from 2006-2012. As a medic, she discovered her passion for health care, a career she is pursuing as a student in the Practical Nursing program at Francis Tuttle Technology Center.
Following in her Grandma’s Footsteps
Crescent High School senior Gabby DeFuentes grew up in her grandma's salon, which inspired her to pursue the same career and attend Francis Tuttle's Cosmetology program.
Investing in His Future
After completing the Accounting Services program, Garren Samuel started working as a client administrator at TJIM. There, he utilizes the skills he gained at Francis Tuttle every day.
Manufacturing a New Path
After nearly a decade in the culinary industry, Nick Willman returned to Francis Tuttle Technology Center to pursue a new career in advanced manufacturing.
Embracing a Head Start
Ever since she was a little girl, Kaydence Janzen has known she wanted to become a cosmetologist. The recent Cashion High School graduate is attending Francis Tuttle and working toward making that dream come true.
The Making of a Chef
Attending Francis Tuttle's Culinary Arts program helped Jessie Gomez achieve his childhood dream of becoming a chef. His career path took him to Michelin-starred restaurants in Chicago before bringing him back to his home state.
Following the path to a career goal
Maritza Deloera’s path to becoming an Oklahoma City police officer included many steps. But few were bigger than the Francis Tuttle Technology Center Criminal Justice program.
Shifting Gears
Gabby Pecina found her passion as a student in the Automotive Service Technology Program. Now, she's about to start her career as a technician at Mercedes-Benz of Oklahoma City.
Building a Better Future
Emmitt Crawford recently completed Project BUILD, which provides construction training to people on probation. He said the program has changed his life path.
A Dream Realized
Caroline Moore has wanted to attend Francis Tuttle Technology Center since she was a fifth grader. Now, she's a member of the Biosciences and Medicine Academy.
Marching toward an Accounting career
High school accounting student Charlee McCullum is happy her Francis Tuttle schedule still lets her participate in band.
Blending Passion and Skills into a Business
Faith Marks has applied her entrepreneurial mindset and skills learned at Francis Tuttle to Cuppa Coffee, a fresh-roasted coffee business based in Cashion.
Achieving a Career Goal Through the Diesel Technology Program
Robert Chynoweth’s goal was to work for Warren CAT. That dream became a reality when he joined the company as an engine technician.
Culinary grad on path to famous institution
Zahari Davis found a calling in Culinary Arts. Now he's about to enter the same classrooms as world-famous chefs.
Damien Guo finds his way in Entrepreneurship
While his experience was unique, Guo found himself working on a product that could improve certain medical treatments.