A huge thank you to Standard Aero for taking the time to tour our building and speak with our students about exciting internship and job opportunities!
The Ohio Valley AG Power Diagnostics team was able to visit Apple Farm Service in Washington Courthouse, Thanks to Tim Greene and his service staff for taking time to explain and demonstrate new technology that students may see in the upcoming State contest. We look forward to future time spent between these technicians and our students! Thank you Apple Farm Service for supporting our students
OVCTC Alumni David Raines and Grant McClanahan of the Ag Business Program are helping empower tomorrow's agricultural leaders. https://ocj.com/2025/02/empowering-tomorrows-agricultural-leaders/
Congratulations to Alexis Cowan Sectional Champ! Good luck at districts
Congratulations Ethan on your Sectional Championship! Good luck at districts
Tractor contest winners: Korey Gray - Best in work clothes. Josh Carman - Most unique Kaden Schweitzer - Best restored Allen Wilson - Judges choice and “kids pick”. Selected as the fan favorite by the West Union Elementary students. Most original - CTC graduate Carter Vogler Thank you to the IST program for help making the trophies.
We wrapped up FFA week with the annual tractor parade. Thank you to everyone who supported the kids this week!
Please join us at the CTC March 25th from 4-7. All programs are open to current 10th-grade students, and our new HVAC program is available to both 10th and 11th graders. Don't miss this opportunity to explore your future at OVCTC!
Our IST program 3D printed custom trophies for the Peebles Elementary Spelling Bee winners.
OVCTC National FFA week tractor parade. This Friday, February 21st. Line up at the CTC by 10:30am. Anyone from the community is welcome to join our FFA members and bring a tractor! Dress for the weather and be sure to sign in upon arrival as a guest. We plan to depart from the CTC between 11-11:30 am. Travel by police escort from the school to the center of West Union and circle around the courthouse square then head back. Please be on the lookout during this time for a string of tractors and be cautious! We have small prizes for the most original, judges choice, looks best in its work clothes, best restored, and kids pick! We will be parading through WUES school parking lot as well where the students will be selecting the “kids choice” award for the day. We look forward to seeing you watch or join us this Friday! Happy National FFA Week everyone!
Humane Society donation drive
Early Childhood Education Senior Haylee Mitchem is currently on early placement at West Union Elementary. She works everyday with the 3rd grade team of teachers learning a variety of teaching styles and methods. She was able to practice creating a fun and inviting environment with her latest Valentine’s Day door designs. These amazing opportunities help to prepare her for her future career as a classroom teacher. Haylee plans to attend Shawnee State University next fall to pursue her dream of becoming a teacher.
The Ohio Valley FFA traveled to The National Farm and Machinery Show in Louisville KY. Students Talked to professionals in AG related industry. The evening brought the high horsepower Championship Tractor pull. A great event for our students,
NATIONAL FFA WEEK!
FFA week kicked off Sunday with all of the county chapters getting together for church service and some fun and games afterwards. Thanks to Holy Trinity Church and Father Mike for hosting our big group. Lots of fun playing games and thanks to the Home Place for the great donuts and JT’s BBQ and Isaac Young for doing such a great job on our lunch! The food was great and the fellowship was greater! This year the CTC was able to host the event. Tune in to C103 radio tomorrow from 10-11am to hear our live show. Advisors Mr Brad White and Mr. Luke Rhonemus will be on the air with CTC President Isabella Crum and Vice President Diesel Ferguson! Happy National FFA week and be sure to celebrate with over 1 million FFA members strong; the largest youth organization in the United States!🇺🇸
OVCTC FFA Ag Sales team members of Braxton Burns, Beau Hesler, Cole Hudson, and Trenton Quackenbush competed in their very first ag sales contest last night at Ross High school. Members had to complete a team activity and meet individually to sell a product to a customer. This year, John Deere lawn equipment was selected to be used. Team members gathered information and had to become familiar with financing and selling options and had to know their product. Special thanks to our local Georgetown Ag Pro and salesman Aaron Moran and Jamie Young for helping our team prepare for this event!
We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and service of our School Resource Officers and the entire OVSD Safety Department. Their commitment to protecting our students and staff, fostering positive relationships, and ensuring a safe learning environment is truly invaluable.
The OVSD Safety Department is made up of five sworn law enforcement officers, including a Safety Director and four School Resource Officers, all House Bill 318 compliant with 40-hour SRO certifications. With over 120 years of combined law enforcement experience, their expertise spans patrol, corrections, investigations, juvenile probation, SWAT operations, trauma-informed care, firearms instruction, and more.
Our officers aren’t just professionals—they’re members of our community. Many attended the very schools they now protect and have children and grandchildren in the district. They bring a wealth of experience in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and crisis response, ensuring our schools remain a safe place to learn and grow.
After a full year working as a team, they continue to train in firearms, tactics, and communications alongside other law enforcement agencies. Their ability to quickly and effectively respond to potential threats—both inside and outside our schools—ensures that safety remains a top priority.
We appreciate all that you do!
Thank you to our county commissioners for recognizing National FFA Week each year! National FFA Week is celebrated each year with President’s Day week in honor of George Washington’s Birthday. FFA was founded in 1928 and is still going strong - now more than 1 million members! It is the largest student organization in the United States, encompassing all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. OVCTC has been a chartered active chapter since the start of the Vocational School in 1977. Look to celebrate with us this week! Our schedule will be shared and lots of activities will be taking place in our building and community. Be sure to tune into C103 radio on Tuesday the 18th to learn more about our chapter! Agriculture is Ohio’s number one industry with lots of job opportunities for our youth today. And of course remember: if you enjoyed a good meal today, thank a farmer!
Practice Continues for our AG Power Diagnostics team. Traveled to work with our industry partners, the Service pros at Baxla Tractor in Seaman. Thanks to them for the great demonstrations and discussion on electrical sensors and relays. It was great to have a couple program past graduates stepping up to support or students.
OVCTC FFA members represent us well in the Adams County Junior Fair Board! These members meet once a month and put in countless hours to be sure our county junior fair is a success. This year’s members are Isabella Crum, Caleb DeAtley, Carsen Shiveley, Hannah Hauke, Colt Johnson, Cody Vogler, Aly McCann, Drew Kreml, Diesel Ferguson, and Lita McGraw. Be looking to see these hard working volunteers at the fair this summer!
