Recently Marion Technical Institute was at the crossroads of sustaining their Automotive Technology Academy for the current semester due to a leave of absence by a course instructor. Ford Lincoln of Ocala became aware of the circumstance and the shop foreman Jimmy Mancil stepped up to volunteer his time each Thursday to offer hands-on training to these young aspiring automotive technicians.
Ford Lincoln of Ocala has a lengthy devoted history with MTI dating back to the school’s inception in 2005 when former General Manager and Vice President Gary Scott of Ford of Ocala decided to join the Board of Directors spearheading the Automotive Academy stating” one of his greatest career achievements was playing an instrumental part in the formation of MTI’s automotive program”. Twenty-one years later the legacy and commitment to MTI and Public Education lives on by long time General Manager and Vice President Steve Hollosi. MTI is Marion County’s vocational school that offers 9 on-campus academies and open enrollment opportunities while students still earn their high school diploma. The students get hands on experience in their academy classes and are given the opportunity to earn impressive national certifications. The school works closely with local businesses and industry leaders to provide students with internship opportunities. Ford Lincoln of Ocala is proud to support of the Marion Technical Institute and provide internships to those in the Automotive Academy. For additional information visit marionschools.net or call (352) 671-4765.