BRTC Hosts 2023 District II Jr. High FBLA Spring Conference

Dean of General Studies Donna Statler speaks to Jr. High FBLA members about programs offered at BRTC

Black River Technical College (BRTC) hosted the 2023 District II Junior High FBLA Conference February 17 at the BRTC Pocahontas location.

Approximately 300 junior high students from across Northeast Arkansas competed in various business competitions and were given presentations about BRTC programs by BRTC employees; Dean of Nursing and Allied Health Jason Smith, Dean of General Studies Donna Statler and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Brad Baine.

The students also raised money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation by selling cookies from the Buttercream Bakery, located in downtown Pocahontas. Students were also able to enjoy the BRTC eSports arena while on campus.

For more information about the programs offered at BRTC, visit https://blackrivertech.org/academics.