The Monograph: The Web Log for F. E. Madill Secondary School

Snow Show

Snowmobiles line up at the top of the hill.

Remember when we had snow? These people certainly do... they took part in the tech department's snowmobile "Show and Shine" just before the holidays.

A snowmobiler prepares to show his sled.

Off Site Construction Builds Good Reputation!

Students apply their construction skills to replace a porch on a century home in Wingham.

Members of the off-site construction class are already out building ties with the local communtiy and a good reputation as well! The off site construction class is in its second year now and is set up in a way that students can learn and apply valuable skills on a real job site.

Off site construction teacher Mr. Steve McKague keeps a watchful eye on the job site.

The class is well equipt to take on almost any build or repair project and has the ability to travel a moderate distance to a work site. If you have a project that you think our students could tackle then contact Mr. Steve McKague or telephone the high school at 519 357 1800.

New Tech Class!

Who knew an oil change was this much fun!.

For the first time Madill is offering an all female tech class! The idea is to allow young women the opportunity to learn valuable tech skills on their own terms. This class of senior students will be introduced to transportation, construction, and manufacturing skills with plenty of hands on experience!

These young women are learning transportation skills with a "hands-on" approach.

Manufacturing Class Competes In "Biker Build Off"

The competition lines up!

The Grade 12 manufacturing class faced each other in a "Biker Build Off" over the past few weeks with final competition and judging taking place today.

The winning team!

Each team had to construct a bike using junk yard bikes and parts that judges were able to ride. Four teams competed today with the team of Brad Hill, Andrew Ross and Shane Tousignant coming out on top!

Auto Class- Model Students!

T. J. Irwin, Ryan Jutzi and Maitland Underwood show their CO2 car models and prizes.

The auto class gave out awards today for their annual CO2 model car competition. T. J. Irwin received the award for the "fastest car"- his took only 1 sec to complete the entire course- a speed of approximately 140 mph!

Ryan Jutzi got the award for "most accurate model based on the original drawing" and Maitland Underwood received "best original desing and craftsmanship" award.

Off Site Crew Climbs Ladder to Success

The Off-Site crew put finishing touches on the the new set of stairs

The Off-Site Construction class was busy last week installing stairs and railing for the new Brophy Tire Centre in Wingham at 104 Pine St. The class was called in when the building needed upgrades to meet safety standards. A special thanks goes out to Brent Foxton for providing yet another hands on learning opportunity for our students.

If you have any jobs that need our expertise please call Steve McKague at F E Madill.

Milling Machines Donated to Tech Department!

Two used milling machines were recently donated to the school by Automated Tooling Systems in Cambridge. This was part of a larger donation to the Avon Maitland District Scvhool Board of 17 machines in total valued at $250,000. This dontaion was made possible through the efforts of Jack Slothouber at ATS.

Our Technology Department is thrilled to be a partner yet again with local business and industry!

Off Site Crew Back On The Job!

The off site crew work hard to complete a deck.

The off-site contruction crew have had a busy fall already completing a number of projects around town, including this deck!

Contact Mr. Bill Wallace if you have a project for the off-site construction class.

Manufacturing Class Benefits From Donation

The grade 10 manufacturing class show off their metal!

The grade 10 manufacturing class is grateful to Barry Smyth Welding and Machine Shop for the donation of steel pieces. The steel will be used by the class for student projects throughout the year. Generous donations such as these allow shop classes to save money so they can do more for the program.

[Smyth Welding Website]

Story and photo submitted by Mr. R. Greidanus.

Auto Shop Classes Get Things Moving

John Cullen hands over the keys for the new Cadillac to principal Jim Ryan.

Thanks to GM Canada and John Cullen Chevrolet in Wingham the auto shop has a new Cadillac to work with. This car will be used by students to get first hand knowledge of a sophisticated engine. The vehicle will be broken down into its working components so that it can be used as a teaching tool for years to come. Donations such as these are vital to many of the programs at Madill and are greatly appreciated!

Mr. MacIntosh's class also took the opportunity today to present awards for the best CO2 car models. Mr. Wayne Bell presented awards on behalf of MAC Tools to Brent Martin for most accurate model, Marty Goetz for fastest car, and Scott Mills for most original design.

Brent Martin, Marty Goetz and Scott Mills receive awards for their CO2 car models.