Tom Wilson was the principal of Eastside Technical Center from its opening in 1978 to 1999.

When the school opened, students had the choice of the following programs of study: Then Fayette County Public Schools took control of the technical center in 1987, thus renaming it "Eastside Technical Center."

Eastside Technical Center is a partner in the following clubs: SkillsUSA, Student Technology Leadership Association, Technology Student Association, and the National Technical Honor Society.

The Student Technology Leadership Association Chapter is advised by Ms. Michelle Rauch.

The Technology Student Association chapter is advised by Mr. Nathan Hoskins.