Welcome To William D. Ford Career-Technical Center

Hello Ford CTC Students and Families!

It has been an exciting few weeks! Here are just a few of the highlights:

* Josh Rychlicki's Cybersecurity team recently took first place in the nation for their competition.

* Mara Magyarosi-Laynter's students secured the top 4 spots for an international gallery placement.

* Cary Thompson and his former student, Starvision Hilbert, were featured in a national firefighting publication representing our school.

* Anthony Chicko hosted an informational talk with Jessica Dupnack from Fox 2 News regarding the connection between social media and first responders.

Additionally, we have a house being built, a restaurant operating at full throttle, a student enterprise under development, a health sciences partnership with the University of Michigan, tours, projects, testing, and so much more. In fact, all classrooms are engaged in impressive activities. Our students and staff are simply AMAZING! It is evident that the passion for industry is driving us forward every day.

Kind regards!

Stephanie Bigelow, M.A., L.P.C.

NEWSLETTER: The Pipeline - October 31, 2025

Dear Wayne-Westland Families,

Since I started here in July, I have been so impressed with all the wonderful opportunities Wayne-Westland students have. At times, however, I heard families say, “We never knew.” I can easily see how that can happen (to no one’s fault) as everyone is so busy and pulled in so many directions.

The Wayne-Westland Wrap Up- October 31, 2025

We would like to bring to your attention a phishing email that many students have recently received through their district email accounts. Unfortunately, some student accounts were compromised, and as a result, phishing emails have been circulating across the district.

We understand that many of our families may be impacted by the temporary shutdown of the SNAP program in November. Please know that Wayne-Westland Community Schools is here to support you during this time.

Cruise through a festive street full of glowing skeletons, creative decorations, and Halloween surprises—all while helping raise funds for the brave kids at Corewell Children’s Hospital in Royal Oak. Let’s Light Up the Night with kindness, community, and a little spooky fun—for the kids!

$5 / CAR or New Toy Donation

7:00-8:30 pm, Wednesday October 29, 2025
William D Ford Career Tech Center - 36455 Marquette, Westland, MI 48185