Central Technology Center broke ground August 6 at 9 a.m. on a new 40,000-square-foot facility at its Sapulpa campus. This major expansion is aimed at increasing student capacity, improving safety, and supporting Oklahoma’s growing workforce. The $15.7 million project will house five programs. The Basic Police Officer Certification (BPOC) program, which is currently offered on campus, will move into the new building and benefit from expanded training space and upgraded facilities. The remaining four programs include Auto Collision Repair and three yet to be announced, as well as a new seminar center that doubles as a tornado shelter.
The new facility will connect Buildings A and B, enhancing campus safety and creating a more unified learning environment. With 429 enrollments at the Sapulpa campus and 797 prospective students on a districtwide waitlist, 356 with completed applications and 441 still in progress, this expansion will allow Central Tech to serve an additional 180 students annually.
“This project is about access, access to education, access to training, and ultimately, access to life-changing career opportunities,” said Kent Burris, superintendent of Central Tech. “We’re not just adding square footage; we’re investing in people, safety, and long-term economic impact.”
The seminar center will serve both instructional and community functions and is large enough to shelter the entire Sapulpa campus population during severe weather. The new building will also bring cutting-edge classroom and lab space, opening doors to hands-on learning in areas with strong local demand.
“This expansion answers the call from students and industry alike,” said Kim Howard, Central Tech Sapulpa campus director. “It allows us to bring in new programs and serve more students, while giving our staff and community a safer, more connected campus.”
In addition to the expansion, Central Tech is launching a Practical Nursing program at the Sapulpa campus this fall. The program will welcome up to 18 qualified students, further expanding the school’s ability to support students pursuing healthcare careers. The nursing program will be housed in existing campus space and is not part of the new construction.
Campus is located at 1720 S. Main in Sapulpa, OK. Construction is expected to be completed in Spring 2027.
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