Applied Arts

Byron Center High School has one of the finest Applied Arts programs in the State of Michigan. Our program, headed by Mike Merchant and Lary Shoemaker, focuses on Engineering as a process. This program wraps in concept, design, and manufacturing so that students can see the full process, rather than a design in theory that cannot be built.  

Courses include:

• Introductory to Engineering & Technology
• Drafting I (Computer Aided Design)
• Drafting II (Computer Aided Design)
• Drafting III (Computer Aided Design)
• Electric Car (Building and racing an electric car)
• Cam CNC (Manufacturing Component)

The Michigan Career and Technical Education (CTE) Core Performance Indicators (CPIs) provide valuable insights into student outcomes across key areas such as graduation rates, academic proficiency, post-program placement and credential attainment. These indicators help evaluate the effectiveness of CTE programs at various levels, including state, regional and individual school buildings. Stakeholders can access detailed reports through the Michigan CTEIS system by selecting parameters such as region, program cluster or specific institutions. These reports support data-driven decisions to enhance student success and program quality. To explore the data or generate a report, visit the Michigan CTE Reports Portal.