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National Electrical Code Evening Class

National Electrical Code Evening Class

What is it? This is a 30 hour 6 week NEC code class based on up-to-date code changes. We will provide you with the keys to understanding the NEC to pass the exam for anyone seeking to obtain their WV Journeyman or Master license. Please note that this is not a basic wiring class. The […]

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Request for bids

Request for Bids – Campus Renovation Project

James Rumsey Technical Institute Commercial Driving and Diesel Technology Campus ‐ Renovations  July 5, 2024 HLR Project #124501  SECTION 00 11 13 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS  The James Rumsey Technical Institute will receive bids for the Commercial Driving and Diesel Technology Campus ‐ Renovations at the main building located at 3274 Hedgesville Road, Martinsburg, West Virginia, […]

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Summer Career Academy

Sign Up for the Summer Career Academy

The Summer Career Academy provides students about to start 9th and 10th grade with a unique opportunity to explore the growing world of career & technical education. Taking cues from James Rumsey Technical Institute’s Simulated Workplace curriculum, students are invited to participate in activities & live jobs related to some of the free high school […]

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Russell Penner, Director/Principal

National Principals Month

October is National Principals Month. Join us in celebrating our Principal, Russell Penner. Mr. Penner began at JRTI as our Assistant Principal for ACE programs. He moved up to JRTI’s Director/Principal earlier this year and has been working hard to make sure that JRTI is a great place to learn and a great place to […]

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Assistant Chief Zack Morgan from the Shepherdstown Fire Department.

Firefighting Program Receives Donation from Shepherdstown Fire Department

On Wednesday, March 6th, JRTI’s Firefighting program received a donation of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). The Shepherdstown Fire Department purchased new SCBA using the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant. The department donated the equipment to our program so that it can be used to train aspiring firefighters. The equipment donated consists of 20 SCBA […]

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JRTI Company Lab

Company Lab Website Now Live

JRTI’s Company Lab now has a dedicated website. Visit to learn more about the entrepreneurship guidance they offer as well as upcoming webinars with members of the business community and available resources. companylab.jamesrumsey.com

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Teacher of the Year

Becky Nelson Named JRTI Teacher of the Year

JRTI’s annual Teacher of the Year breakfast was held at the school this morning. Three nominees were celebrated and Director/Principal Donna Van Metre announced the nominee chosen for Teacher of the Year. The nominees were Becky Nelson, HVAC Technician Instructor; Becky Lockhart, Therapeutic Services Instructor; and Doug Shaw, Law & Public Safety Instructor. Congratulations, Becky […]

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