All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

Last call! Fred Eberle high school student application deadline coming Friday, Nov. 17

Fred Eberle Technical Center

BUCKHANNON – Attention sophomore students of Barbour, Lewis and Upshur Counties: Fred W. Eberle Technical Center will be closing high school student applications this Friday, Nov. 17.

Founded in 1968, Fred W. Eberle Technical Center (FETC) is the first multi-county career technical center established in West Virginia.

FETC’s 2024-2025 high school programs include:

  • Cosmetology
  • Welding
  • Diesel Equipment Technology
  • Electrical Technician
  • Allied Health
  • Automotive Technology
  • Carpentry
  • Collision Repair Technology
  • Computer Systems Repair Technology
  • HVAC Technician
  • Robotics
  • Therapeutic Services

High school sophomores are encouraged to apply on the FETC website before Friday, Nov. 17. Questions? Call 304-472-1259 to learn about these programs, the application process and more. Visit FETC’s campus at 208 Morton Avenue in Buckhannon.

Keep up-to-date on exciting things happening at FETC by liking their Facebook page. There, you will find ongoing student project spotlights, upcoming events and program opportunities.

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