The OVCTC Ag Mechanics program is proud to say we had an active week. To close the week, we were fortunate to have Barry Cochran of Bobcat enterprises to provide training and certifications on Scissor Lifts and our JLG Manlift. This is an industry credential that is part of the students path to graduation and a resume builder. Thank you to Mr. Cochran for spending time with our students.
Congratulations to our OVCTC FFA General Livestock Team for placing first in the state finals Friday at The Ohio State University! The team consisted of: David Raines Isabella Crum Grant McClanahan MaRhea Unger These students will compete at Nationals next year at Indianapolis!
Congratulations to the OVCTC Culinary Arts students who recently competed in FCCLA state competition. Our Sports Nutrition team finished 2nd in the state and all OVCTC competitors finished in the top 8 of the state in their respective competitions! Again, congratulations for your hard work & preparation has paid off!
So many activities in the spring, but a group of OVCTC seniors truly enjoyed the Scene 75 Senior Trip! Thank you to Mrs. Edmisten and Mrs. Grooms for chaperoning the trip!
The Construction Technology Program has done great work on the house build this year. As Mr. Hoop would say, "From dirt to doorknobs..." The students truly have built this project from the ground up - foundation, framing, roofing, electrical, drywall, window installation, etc... This week, students were getting the space cleaned up for the painters. After the walls are done, flooring and cabinetry will be close behind!
The students in Mr. Cooper's CNC Machining Program have been working on a variety of projects / assignments in the lab this week!
Important information regarding our Senior Recognition Night will be held Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. at West Union High School Gym. Students are asked to report at 5:30 P.M. to line up. All seniors will be recognized with their program and be given their certificate. Please invite your family and friends to attend and take the opportunity to be together with all your OVCTC friends for this ceremony.
Practice for Senior Recognition Night will be Thursday morning, May 16th. Students should report to WUHS for a light breakfast at 8:30 A.M. and practice will begin promptly at 9:00 A.M. Practice is mandatory for students attending the program that evening. Please dress appropriately for practice (no shorts) as we will be guests in West Union High School that morning.
Dress code for the Senior Recognition Night Ceremony on Thursday evening is nice clothes - no shorts or t-shirts with graphics or writing, NO FLIP FLOPS OR TENNIS SHOES. Jeans are ok as long as they are not ripped or torn. In addition all students need to wear their graduation gowns and any cords at the ceremony; the cap & tassel should be left at home. If you or your parent / guardian have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at 937-544-2336. We look forward to celebrating your success at the CTC with you and your family.
The OVCTC is extremely proud of the collaboration of the Ag Business, Ag Mechanics and Early Childhood Education Programs for planning and delivering / executing a wonderful Kindergarten Ag Day at the fairgrounds on Wednesday!
What a great day for Earth Day! The Ohio Valley CTC Ag Mechanics Program smashed our 100 gallon goal and was able to collect over 300 gallons of used oil. This was in turn donated to Manchester FFA to be used to heat their greenhouse. It was a great effort supported by our Business and Industry partners; O'Reilly Auto Parts, Flannerys Truck and Automotive & Hall's Welding. Thanks to the community for the support!
The OVCTC is very proud of the students in Mrs. Foster's Culinary Arts Program who competed at the state FCCLA competition this weekend!
Our OVCTC Ag Mechanics Program is hosting a great community service project on Monday, April 22nd! See the flyer for details!
The OVCTC student's in Mr. Cooper's CNC Machining Program recently visited Sheffer Corporation. The OVCTC is very grateful for the development of this business / industry partner for Sheffer provides significant opportunities for our students!
Our District winning AG Skills team traveled to state contest at Ohio State-ATI Wooster on Thursday, April 11th. The OVCTC Ag Mechanics students were welcomed to the Ohio Cat educational complex and had a tour of the New Trimble Ag Technology lab at ATI. The team was led by senior JT Graham and two juniors, Zyshawn Hall and Colt Johnson. The team finished just a few points outside the top ten, finishing 13th in the state. Congratulations to these young men!
Assistant Manager and Education Specialist for Great Clips, Shelby Reynolds, presented clipper cutting for our cosmetology students. Shelby was a previous Cosmetology student of the Ohio Valley CTC.
The OVCTC Health Careers & Technology class will be hosting a blood drive on April 30th. Use the QR code on the pictured flyer to schedule an appointment! Thank you for helping us save lives!
Congratulations to the OVCTC FFA Grain Merchandising team of Grant McClanahan, Isabella Crum, MaRhea Unger, and Hannah Hauke on their first place finish in the state! They will advance to national competition and will be recognized at the Ohio State FFA convention!
Congratulations to all of our students who represented the Ohio Valley CTC over the past two days at the SkillsUSA Ohio state competition. A big congrats to our American Spirit Team and our Occupational Health and Safety Team who medaled and made it to the podium. Our Occupational Health and Safety Team received a gold rating, earning themselves a trip to Atlanta, Georgia, to compete at nationals!
Congratulations Ryken Copas on being elected to the state officer team for SkillsUSA Ohio! We are so proud of Ryken as he represents the Ohio Valley CTC as our first state officer in the SkillsUSA organization!
Best wishes to Ryken Copas in his state officer candidacy for the SkillsUSA Ohio organization! Our OVCTC voting delegates are doing their part to support his state officer run!
Good luck to our OVCTC students as they compete in the state competition for SkillsUSA today at the Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio!
