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MMSD freshman and sophomores expand their tech skills in ITA summer camp

In an immersive and engaging two-week journey, freshmen and sophomores from MMSD schools came together at the 9th and 10th Grade ITA Camps to explore the realms of technology and creativity. With a rich blend of educational experiences, team-building activities, and industry field trips, the camps provided a platform for participants to enhance their skills, …

Information Technology Academy welcomes Liliana Teniente

Information Technology Academy (ITA) is pleased to welcome Liliana Teniente as a new ITA instructor. Liliana (she/her/ella) is excited to return to ITA as the new Leadership & Career Services Specialist. Liliana is a double-Badger with a BA in International Studies and a Master of Public Affairs. Her path has brought her to explore opportunities …

ITA Senior Residential Experience 2023 was a resounding success

By Brenda Vazquez Carranza & Marcia Lovett Summer is a time for new experiences, personal growth, and unforgettable memories. For the rising seniors of Oneida, Madison, and Lac du Flambeau, their summer was elevated to a whole new level through the ITA Senior Residential Experience. This residential summer camp brought together students from different sites, …

Information Technology Academy welcomes Elizabeth Troiano

Information Technology Academy (ITA) is pleased to welcome Elizabeth Troiano as a new ITA instructor. Elizabeth is originally from University Park, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. She graduated from The Ohio State University with a BS in psychology, a second major in linguistics, and a minor in Italian. After graduation, she moved to Brindisi, …

Professional Endeavors: Empowering rising juniors in ITA Madison to pursue tech careers

By Brenda Vazquez Carranza Our brand new course, Professional Endeavors, took place in June for ITA’s rising juniors and we are so excited to share the highlights. Led by AJ Daughtry Krill, along with the support of student workers Miguel, Yee, Khaleilei, and Jeremyah, this week-long course inspired students to explore current issues in technology, …

Information Technology Academy welcomes Mary Kay Kasten Dickinson

Information Technology Academy (ITA) is pleased to welcome Mary Kay Kasten Dickinson as a new ITA instructor. Mary Kay comes to us with over 15 years of experience as a library specialist and teacher. Most recently, she was the library director at the Hartford JT1 School District, where she was responsible for the administration and …

Information Technology Academy gets a new website

Information Technology Academy (ITA) is a pre-college program housed in Academic Technology that provides high school students from the Lac du Flambeau, Madison and Oneida communities and surrounding areas the opportunity to reach their full potential through hands-on technology coursework, college preparatory academics and personal wellness development. The program’s mission is to support these students’ …