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Student Payte Hansen says he will join the Air Force; urges more CTE classes

Santiam Canyon School Board of Directors · April 13, 2026
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Summary

Student Payte Hansen told the board he plans to join the Air Force to train as an aviation mechanic, described his extracurricular involvement, and encouraged more career and technical education (CTE) offerings for hands-on learners.

Payte Hansen, a student at Santiam Jr./Sr. High School, reported to the board that he is on track to graduate and plans to join the Air Force to train as an aviation mechanic. He described his involvement in sports, CTE classes, volunteer activities and National Honor Society participation.

Hansen told the board that the small community is both a challenge and a strength and said he would like to see more CTE, hands-on classes for students who learn by doing. Principal Blane Lazar and board members commended Hansen's contributions and noted a community member had highlighted student volunteerism in encouraging enrollment.