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.
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.
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.
Sky's the limit for Jaxton Howard
Not only does he enjoy dreaming up big ideas in the Entrepreneurship Program, he also dreams of becoming a commercial pilot
Ava Beery feels at home in the business world
Entrepreneurship Program graduate Ava Beery found her calling at Francis Tuttle and is now heading to a prestigious business college.
Colby Howard wants to revolutionize the woodworking industry
Entrepreneurship graduate has multiple startup ideas, but they all revolve around his enjoyment of carpentry and woodworking.
Embracing Opportunities as a Pre-Nursing Student
For Gissell Aranda Jimenez, moving to Oklahoma as a high school senior came with challenges but also opportunities for growth. She has earned two certifications in Francis Tuttle’s Pre-Nursing program and hopes to continue her education as a Practical Nursing student next year.
Broadcast Student Wins Industry Award
Emma Sengvilay was recognized among students from five states for her music video, "Til Death Do Us Part."
Building a Foundation in Accounting Services
Rachel Bernardy has excelled at Francis Tuttle and plans to take the skills she’s learned to East Central University, where she is going to study either business or accounting.
Finding Her Place in the Pre-Nursing Program
Cashion’s Bailee Steinke has discovered a supportive community, hands-on learning opportunities and valuable connections at Francis Tuttle.
Sky-high ambitions with drones in law enforcement
Western Heights student Christian Borunda plans to work with drones in his future law enforcement career, and he’s even helping develop lessons to introduce his Criminal Justice classmates to the technology.
A Step Ahead in Nursing
Sara Abdullah was in the Pre-Nursing Program and then joined Project HOPE. Now, she's well on her way to achieving her college dreams.
Nonprofit goals for HOSA President
BSMA student hopes to expand mental healthcare access