Burton Center for Arts and Technology

About

BCAT serves middle and high school students within the Roanoke County Public School system and offers a wide variety of elective programs.

Story

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. Burton also has four Centers: Engineering, Mass Communications, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts & Museum Studies.

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, FFA, 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.