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Contact Justin McNeil for a printable PDF version of the student handbook.

Great Plains Technology Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd
Lawton, OK 73505 

jmcneil@greatplains.edu
580-250-5601

Student Handbook

Classroom Hours
Secondary: 8:00am-11:00am & 11:50am-2:50pm
Adult: 8:00am–11:00am & 11:50am–2:50pm

Great Plains Technology Center will observe one minute of silence each school day pursuant to S.B. 815. The time will be announced by a designated tone on the public address system.
Great Plains Technology Center podrá observar un minuto de silencio cada día conforme S.B. 815. El tiempo será anunciado por un tono señalado en el sistema de megafonía.

  • This handbook has been designed to acquaint the students with the policies, services, and procedures of Great Plains Technology Center. It should be kept as a ready reference to questions that may arise during the school year. Each student is held responsible for these policies throughout the year.

  • The Great Plains Technology Center is a modern facility with more than 300,000 square feet, which began its training programs in September of 1971. Enrollment has grown steadily and we now serve in excess of 13,000 high school and adult students in both the day and night programs annually. A satellite school in Frederick for Tillman & Kiowa Counties was completed in the fall of 1991.

    The Great Plains Technology Center District #9 encompasses 16 school districts. The following high schools send students to the Technology Center.

    COMANCHE CAMPUS TILLMAN / KIOWA CAMPUS

    Big Pasture
    Fletcher
    Cache
    Geronimo
    Chattanooga
    Indiahoma
    Eisenhower High School
    Lawton High School
    Elgin
    MacArthur High School
    EPIC Charter
    Sterling
    Lawton Academy of Arts & Sci.

    Davidson
    Frederick
    Grandfield
    Snyder
    Tipton

     

     

     

  • Dear Students, welcome to a new year at Great Plains Technology Center! Whether you’re just starting your journey with us or continuing to pursue your goals, we want you to know how proud we are to have you here.

    Over the past two decades, I’ve had the privilege of working here and witnessing firsthand the determination, skill, and grit that define CareerTech students. Great Plains Technology Center is where potential transforms into progress – where learning is hands-on, and success is earned step by step.

    You have chosen a school that values not just your knowledge but also your abilities. Here, you will acquire relevant, respected, and practical skills. While tools, equipment, and training are crucial, your work ethic, attitude, and willingness to grow will set you apart.

    My commitment to you is this: we are dedicated to supporting you, challenging you, and ensuring you leave here more empowered than when you arrived. Every instructor, staff member, and leader on this campus is invested in your success.

    Take pride in your work here and make the most of every opportunity. Remember, what you learn at Great Plains Technology Center doesn’t just prepare you for a job; it prepares you for a life of purpose and possibility.

    Wishing you a successful and meaningful year.

    - Joelle Jolly