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Grasso Technical High School is located in Groton, Connecticut. We enroll 9-12 grade students from 24 towns across southeastern Connecticut. Grasso Tech has state-of-the-art classrooms, the latest instructional technology and industry-standard equipment in every shop to give students a well-rounded, 21st century education. At Grasso Tech, students succeed in whichever path they choose – either joining the workforce or enrolling in a two- or four-year college or university. Grasso Tech Core Values: Citizenship, Scholarship, Professionalism LEARN MOREExplore Our Programs Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Students in the automotive collision repair and refinishing program learn safety, tools and equipment, damage analysis, component replacement, sheet metal straightening and filling, welding, painting and refinishing, detailing, and introduction to frame straightening and mechanical systems. Learn More Automotive Technology Students in the automotive technology program are given instruction in safety, tools and equipment, engine repair, electrical and electronic systems, brakes, steering and suspension, engine performance, air conditioning, and driveline service. Learn More Bioscience and Environmental Technology The Bioscience and environmental technology program is designed to observe, test and solve environmental issues that affect our living space. Through project-based learning, students study habitats, and plant and animal life that inhabits each. Learn More Culinary Arts Culinary Arts program students are trained in all phases of the food service industry. Students take the hands-on” approach with their training through the use of fully stocked and operational commercial kitchens to produce food in large quantities, as well as smaller scale kitchens that train students on casual and fine dining. Learn More Digital Media Digital Media students are introduced to basic concepts of video creation and production. Instruction is provided in Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Students are exposed to the basics of pre-production and post-production, as well as special effects creation. Learn More Electrical Electrical prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems such as residential, commercial, and industrial electric-power, and DC and AC motors, controls and electrical distribution panels. Learn More Guest Services Management The Guest Services classroom provides in-person learning with real-life experiences. Students learn key business, marketing, and personal finance concepts including marketing, management, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, hospitality, and more. Learn More Hairdressing and Cosmetology The Hairdressing and Cosmetology program encompasses a broad range of specialty areas including hairstyling, nail technology, and esthetics. It is the art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair, and the study of cosmetics and their applications. Learn More Information Technology Students in the field of Information Technology are introduced to basic concepts of computer hardware and software. Instruction is provided in office productivity software, computer programming, web design and desktop publishing. Learn More Mechanical Design and Engineering Technology Mechanical design and engineering technology (MDET) students learn the design process, industry standards, and documenting design specifications through this project-based curriculum. Students advance using 3D solid modeling software for reverse engineering solutions of existing mechanical designs. Learn More Plumbing and Heating The Plumbing and Heating program prepares students with knowledge in construction safety, measuring and blueprint reading, calculations of plumbing and heating systems. This includes drainage fixture units, water supply fixture units, gas pipe sizing, and calculating heat loss for hydronic heating applications. Learn More Welding, Metal Fabrication and Ship-fitting Welding and Metal Fabrication teaches the basics of safety and sanitation. A wide variety of common welding practices all taught by AWS-certified welding instructors. Students prepare and practice for national welding certification tests. Learn More Student Workforce Student Workforce Work-Based Learning (WBL) allows a student to work for an employer during their trade instructional time. Students not only receive credit toward their career technology, but also get paid. Off-Campus Construction Projects CTECS has the unique ability to complete construction jobs off-campus, on both residential homes and commercial properties. On-Campus Services We offer a wide range of services to the public at a fraction of the market price. Providing students with real projects for real customers here in Connecticut, and delivering high-quality products to them. News & Announcements 08 May SkillsUSA Signing Day! May 8, 2024 01 May The Music Department Needs You! May 1, 2024 01 May Pizza with a Purpose Fundraiser! May 1, 2024 01 May View Grasso Artwork at the Young at Art Show! May 1, 2024 01 May 3 Hairdressing Students Earn License! May 1, 2024 01 May Support Haiti Medical Relief May 3rd! May 1, 2024 23 Apr Announcing the CTECS Virtual Career Center! April 23, 2024 23 Apr Students of the Month for March 2024 April 23, 2024 23 Apr Don’t Miss Out – Get Your Yearbook Today! April 23, 2024 23 Apr Spring Pops Concert April 23, 2024 23 Apr Grasso wins 3rd Place in Rotary Youth Leadership Awards April 23, 2024 17 Apr Prom 2024! April 17, 2024 More News Connect With Us Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube Instagram grassotech View May 13 Open Cycle change….,,,#grassotech ... 9 0 grassotech View May 12 Open To all mothers around the world, we appreciate you. Happy Mother’s Day! #happymothersday ... 15 0 grassotech View May 12 Open Save the date….#Grassotech ... 29 0 grassotech View May 11 Open Join us today……..#Grassotech ... 20 0 grassotech View May 11 Open B.E.T. 2024 plant sale ??? ... 13 0 grassotech View May 11 Open Plant sale this Saturday 5-11-2024!!❕ ... 22 0 grassotech View May 10 Open Morning Announcements 5-10-2024……#grassotech ... 2 0 grassotech View May 10 Open Grasso’s Chapter of SkillsUSA recognizes and appreciates their teachers during Teacher’s Appreciation week!! #TeachersAppreciationWeek #GrassoTech...