Central Texas College

06/03/2026

CTC students received a major boost toward their educational goals as the Central Texas College Foundation awarded 252 scholarships totaling more than $601,000 during its 34th annual scholarship event.

The impact of these scholarships, and the community support behind them, was recently featured by KWKT FOX 44.

Through generous donations and Foundation fundraising efforts, CTC continues making higher education more accessible and affordable for students across Central Texas and beyond.

06/02/2026

From balancing high school, sports and work to earning college credit early, Copperas Cove High School's Madison Bogard is proving that dedication pays off. Through CTC’s dual credit program, she gained valuable college experience while preparing for her future career as a speech-language pathologist.

📖 Read the full story on CTC’s website: https://shorter.me/Cqk0F

📰 Or in the Copperas Cove Herald graduation section: https://shorturl.at/2AGZS

Discover how CTC’s dual credit program can help students get ahead: https://shorturl.at/Krlm3

Enrollment is open for Summer Session II beginning in late June.
Fall enrollment is also open. Classes begin in mid-August.

Copperas Cove ISD

06/02/2026

College for Kids is underway, and creativity is already in motion!

Our Minecraft Modders class kicked off Monday and students are already building, designing, and learning new skills through hands‑on projects.

There’s still plenty of opportunity to join the excitement, with more classes in coding, gaming, music, and digital creation coming up all summer.

Browse all classes and register: https://shorturl.at/nICEa

06/02/2026

From student to trailblazer.

Congratulations to CTC student Xavier Toleafoa, who became Central Texas College’s first plumbing apprentice, a milestone that highlights the growing impact of workforce training and work-based learning at CTC.

Xavier’s journey is proof that your past does not define your future. Through determination, hands-on training, and support from CTC faculty and staff, he is building a career in a high-demand field while gaining real-world experience alongside licensed professionals.

At CTC, students don't just learn skills. They launch careers.

📰 Read Xavier's inspiring story in Sunday's Killeen Daily Herald: https://shorturl.at/JS8Xc

Ready to start a new career or advance in your current one? CTC Career and Technology programs offer self-paced courses with weekly open enrollment.

Learn more: https://shorturl.at/AXdyl

Central Texas College student Xavier Toleafoa is helping to represent the college’s growing emphasis on workforce training and work-based learning after becoming CTC’s first plumbing apprentice.

06/02/2026

From high school senior to college graduate, Christian Harrell is already building a future focused on service, leadership and education.

The Copperas Cove High School senior earned his associate degree from Central Texas College through the dual credit program and plans to enlist in the U.S. Army after graduation. Because of his degree, he will enter as an E-3 while continuing to pursue higher education during his military career.

Balancing athletics, medical certifications and college coursework wasn’t easy, but Christian says the sacrifices were worth it.

📖 Read the full story on CTC’s website: https://shorturl.at/ZlZhb

📰 Or in the Copperas Cove Herald graduation section: https://shorturl.at/2AGZS

Learn more about CTC’s dual credit program: https://shorturl.at/2vTp3

06/01/2026

Your creativity isn’t just an idea. It’s your future.

At Central Texas College, you can turn imagination into real‑world skills with hands‑on design and art courses built for what’s next.

💻 Graphic Design (ARTS 2313)
Work like a professional. Create like a visionary.
• Real client‑style projects
• Industry tools like Adobe Creative Suite
• Portfolio development for internships and careers

🎨 Art Appreciation (ARTS 1301)
See the world differently. Think deeper.
• Explore global art and ideas
• Build creative perspective
• Fulfill core curriculum requirements

Whether you’re designing your future or discovering your creative voice, CTC gives you the tools to move forward with confidence.

✅ Enrollment is open now for Summer Session II (late‑June start)
🔗 Learn more: https://shorturl.at/zjbxh

06/01/2026

Marble Falls milestone!

Congratulations to Marble Falls resident Michael Romanovskiy on earning an Associate of Arts degree from Central Texas College during the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony!

Michael’s achievement reflects the dedication, persistence and hard work that lead to academic success. We are proud to celebrate this milestone and look forward to seeing what comes next.

📖 Read the full story: https://shorturl.at/op0J9

CTC can help you reach your career goals. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/dhAZv

Central Texas College - South Service Area

06/01/2026

MILITARY MONDAY!

From Drill Sergeant at Fort Jackson to Combat Medical Specialist in the United States Army to shaping future officers at Central Texas College, Johnnie Thomas has built a lifetime of service through every transition.

After 20 years in uniform, Thomas carried his leadership into the classroom, where he now trains the next generation of public safety professionals through CTC’s Police Academy and Protective Services programs.

“CTC gave me the opportunity to extend my service in a different way,” he said.

His message to transitioning soldiers: Think with the end in mind.

Read the full story in the Fort Hood Herald: https://shorturl.at/Xdq7m
Or on the CTC website: https://shorturl.at/zYMPb

CTC can help transition your career too. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/nziLG

Johnnie Thomas built a life defined by service long before he ever stepped into a classroom at Central Texas College.

06/01/2026

At just 15 years old, Copperas Cove High School student Makayla Gonzalez is already making history.

The 2026 graduate from Central Texas College earned her first associate degree and plans to earn three before finishing high school, all while balancing advanced coursework, FFA activities and preparing for a future in veterinary medicine.

Through CTC’s dual credit program, Makayla challenged herself academically, developed college-level skills and gained a head start on her future at Texas A&M University.

📖 Read the full story on CTC’s website: https://shorturl.at/J4dBZ

📰 Or in the Copperas Cove Herald graduation section: https://shorturl.at/2AGZS

Learn more about CTC’s dual credit program: https://shorturl.at/e7PTP

Copperas Cove ISD

05/31/2026

CTC students exploring careers in real estate connected directly with local brokers from Killeen, Harker Heights, and Copperas Cove during a Career Services networking event.

The experience provided real‑world insight into the industry and was spotlighted by KWKT FOX 44, highlighting the impact of these connections.

📈 Learn more about a career in real estate: https://shorturl.at/Y5NK2

✅ Enrollment is open now for the fall semester.