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"One Burton = Infinite Possiblities" Burton also has four Centers: Engineering, Mass Communications, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts & Museum Studies.

Roanoke County’s Burton Center for Arts & Technology offers in-depth studies not available in other high school classes: hands-on experience, integrated curriculum, enriching experiences, travel opportunities, specialized training, and internships. Burton Center has instruction in: Auto Service Technology, Building Trades, Computer Information Technology, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Digital Design, Early Childhood Education, Floral Design, Game and Web Design, Landscaping, Masonry, Mechatronics, and Welding. In May 2012, Burton Center received approval for establishment as a Governor’s STEM Academy. The Academy is a program with expanded options for studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM literacy allows students to prepare for the high-demand, high-skill, and high-wage careers in Virginia. Burton Center’s students are involved in a variety of organizations- FBLA, FCCLA, Hot Rodders of Tomorrow, and SkillsUSA. These organizations have various conferences and competitions throughout the year allowing students to travel, associate with other students, and have experiences that they may not have otherwise been able to enjoy. Burton Center for Arts & Technology is also responsible for Adult Education in Roanoke County. The classes are open to citizens of Roanoke County as well as the surrounding areas. GED and ESL classes are offered. Other classes offered include: SAT Prep classes, Welding classes, and Building Maintenance classes.

10/29/2026

The Engineering and Mechatronics programs at the Burton Center for Arts and Technology designed and built two custom costumes around wheelchairs for Roanoke County students with disabilities. Each class met with the families to listen and learn what each child wanted as a theme. One family chose an Alien theme, and the other chose NASCAR. Both solutions incorporated frames made of PVC pipe and custom 3D-printed connectors. They each lit up with LED light strips featuring distinctive color schemes. The NASCAR costume used a bubble machine for exhaust, while the Alien spaceship featured a smoke machine and laser-engraved windows. QualiChem of Salem partnered with the Burton Center to provide sponsorship and support for the projects. The event, held at Roanoke College on Saturday, October 24th, was the 10th Annual Hallowheels fundraising event hosted by Children’s Assistive Technology Service (C.A.T.S.)! The families’ were thrilled with the students’ creations. The students truly enjoyed using their CAD and fabrication talent and found the project extremely rewarding!

Roanoke County Public Schools Roanoke County Public Schools Career & Technical Education Department

10/28/2026

Here are the newest Burton Stars! Congratulations, ladies!

10/23/2026

We had some BCAT legends come visit this morning and provide staff with some delicious snacks during morning break today. Thanks, Deb, Meg, Gloria, Margaret, and Gwen for putting this all together!

10/23/2026

Our Teaching Internship students had a big week as they stepped into their elementary classrooms for the very first time! From observing experienced teachers to connecting with students and experiencing the excitement of learning firsthand, these future educators are beginning an incredible journey. We are so proud of them as they take their first steps toward making a difference in the lives of young learners!

10/23/2026

10/20/2026

✨G.I.R.L. - Girls In Real Life✨ Students from the Building Trades program volunteered on Saturday, October 10th at Branch's 5th annual G.I.R.L. Construction Experience. Liané Maloney and Chloe Pascal helped girls ages 5-18 learn and explore how electricity flows. Both students helped inspire the next generation of women in construction!

10/19/2026

Administrators at Burton Center for Arts & Technology literally took it in the face today to celebrate the schools incredible success in the annual Soup for Seniors drive -- the school collected more than 2000 pounds of food donations!! Way to go BCAT!!! (and don't worry, the shaving cream pie will wash out...)

10/19/2026

🎉🐾 **Congratulations, Meisha Robinson!** 🐾🎉

William Byrd High School is proud to celebrate Meisha Robinson for an incredible achievement!

After tying for 1st Place in the 2026 Roanoke Youth Art Showcase (YAS) competition, Meisha has now earned 🥈 2nd Place in the Digital Art Category at the Sister Cities International Youth Art Showcase!

In recognition of her outstanding talent, Meisha will receive a $500 award from Sister Cities International in addition to the $300 award presented by the Roanoke Valley Sister Cities.

This national recognition is a testament to Meisha's creativity, artistic skill, and dedication. We are incredibly proud to see one of our students representing both Arnold R. Burton Technology Center and William Byrd High School on the national stage!

👏 Please join us in congratulating Meisha on this outstanding accomplishment! Your Terrier family is cheering you on!

10/18/2026

Hope to see you tomorrow!

10/14/2026

Coming up next week!

Address

1760 Roanoke Boulevard
Salem, VA
24153

Telephone

+15408575000

Website

http://www.rcps.us/BCAT

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