Byron Industrial Tech

From woodworking to metalworking, we're here to inspire, educate, and celebrate the art of making.

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Impressed by Weston & Collin’s welds in our metals class! Only their 4th day on MIG welding and many students are nailing consistent, straight beads. Focus on comfort, consistency, and penetration pays off. Proud of this class.. watching them work is a blast!

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Thanks to the generous donation from @McNeilusSteel we are able to have students practice laying beads ALL DAY! Thank you for the donation, I know my students appreciate it.

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Our general metals class is going to have a blast this year learning how to use some cnc CAD/CAM software. The opportunities for projects… 🫨🤯

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Understanding how to properly square wood is essential before cutting to size on a table saw, miter saw, or even planing to a thickness. The jointer flattens wood while the planer thins the wood. Then all your cuts afterwards will be consistent and square!

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Weston did an awesome job on the machinist hammer. Followed the blueprints, knurled the handle, tapped some threads… very impressive!

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Carson Douglas - Cherry and Walnut Desk. Sliding dovetails attaching the rails with a butcher block top. Everything is easily dissassembled for easy moving. Furniture built to last a lifetime… plus some!

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Hey fans! T-mobile is teaming up with Rob Gronkowski and Patrick Mahomes to give $1,000,000 for a game changing upgrade to one deserving school. We boost our schools chance of winning bу posting on social! 5Kto25k! Make sure you tag @ByronActivities @TMobile #FN5GL #sweepstakes

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I started this annual award after meeting someone with an “Industrial Tech Student of the Year – 1975” plaque in his shop. He said it helped create a positive learning space. I’d love to find sponsors to turn this into a scholarship or tool fund—reach out if interested!

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Proud to name Tyler Matter our Industrial Tech Student of the Year! This award isn’t just about skill—it’s about leadership, inclusivity, and helping others grow. Tyler’s made a huge impact these last 4 years, and any company would be lucky to have him. Congrats, Tyler!

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In Advanced Metals, students machine hammers with precision, then learn MIG, Stick, and TIG welding… including pipe work. Shoutout to Gavin Bartel, who’s taken every class, toured training sites, and is heading to Local 6. Proud of him… he’s got a bright future ahead!

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Taking things apart, fixing them, and watching performance improve builds grit and curiosity. Engines teach confidence and systems thinking. Proud of my class for crushing the compression systems quiz—great energy and sharp answers today. Industrial Tech is a blast!

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Student becomes the teacher, I love to see it!

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Cannot wait to see the finished project! Love the contrast.

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Ahhh the classic Adirondack Chair. I love it! But you know what I love more, the engagement!

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We’re thrilled to announce that Byron Public Schools took 1st place at the Southeast Coop Welding Competition out of 29 schools. I want to say congratulations to Gavin Bartel for earning 1st place and to Xavier Burrows for securing 5th out of 169 competitors.

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Advanced woods had another successful class putting together the nightstand. Many students take time with me after school to make it just right… Woodworking is an amazing skill and really teaches someone to work with their hands, which help with future endeavors in the trades!

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Beautiful Cherry/Walnut Jewelry box. Finished with Danish oil and paste wax.

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Beautiful half blind dovetails done by Josiah in our Advanced Woods course. He is building his nightstand out of dark walnut and the drawer body is made of soft maple. A groove on the side will slide into their cabinet with a wooden drawer runner. Very well done!

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Welders for the compeition are:
1. Xavier B.
2. Gavin B.
3. Cayson D.
4. Max H.
5. Tyler M.

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Happy Valentine’s Day! Couple of gentleman made these two flowers today during flex Friday. How fun!