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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
May 4-8 is National Teacher Appreciation Week! Thank you to our incredible teachers who go above and beyond for students every day. Know a teacher who has made a difference? Use #ThankATeacherRKE or leave a personal message by clicking below.
Our Mission
The Roanoke Technical Education Center (ROTEC) provides students with the ability to graduate with a diploma and resume of skills and experiences through Career & Technical Education (CTE) programming in a variety of fields.
Upcoming Events
ROTEC Newsroom
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Our employment page highlights local employers who are hiring full-time.
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Reach out to Mr. Truax if you are interested in Work-Based Learning opportunities.
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Interested in taking a ROTEC class? Talk to your counselor to learn more!
Quick Links
RCPS Newsroom
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We are aware of a national cybersecurity incident affecting Canvas, an online learning platform. This is NOT an RCPS breach. As a precaution, we have temporarily suspended Canvas access.
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Joann Hamidullah is RCPS' 2026 Support Staff of the Year!
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Awarded by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, the microgrid will upgrade emergency capacity at Patrick Henry High School and William Fleming High School.
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A guide to what the Commonwealth of Virginia’s new school ratings mean for RCPS families.