Vinal Technical High School, or Vinal Tech, is a
technical
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high school
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located in
Middletown, Connecticut
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. It is in the
Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. It receives students from many nearby towns. Vinal Tech currently has around 600 students from approximately 27 different towns.
Technologies
In addition to a complete academic program leading to a high school diploma, students attending Vinal Tech receive training in one of the following trades and technologies:
*Automotive Technology
*Carpentry
*Criminal Justice and Protective Services
*Diesel and Heavy-Duty Equipment Repair
*Electrical
*Hairdressing and Cosmetology
*Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
*Information System Technology
*Precision Machining Technology
*Veterinary Science
Sports
Vinal Tech has a variety of sports available for students to participate in.
Vinal Tech - Athletics
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of Vinal Tech are blue, yellow, and white.
*Baseball
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*Basketball
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* Cross country
*Football
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*Golf
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*Outdoor track
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*Rifle team
*Soccer
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*Softball
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*Volleyball
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*Wrestling
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References
External links
Official website
Middletown, Connecticut
Public high schools in Connecticut
Educational institutions accredited by the Council on Occupational Education
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