Mr. Burns and his students operate a bustling auto shop- Ratchit Patchit Mechanics. The students are equipped with the technical skills required to carry out tasks like running diagnostics, alignments, changing tires, and performing oil changes. By appointment, members of the community can visit the shop for minor work on their vehicles. Additionally, when the students are not working at the shop, they can earn embedded math credits with Mr. Sandy.
We had a great visit from Anthony Underwood and Jenn McClain-Eskey from Hocking College today at the MOVTI! They took the time to speak with Law and Public Safety students and were available during breaks to chat and share information about Hocking College. Thank you for your visit!
The second program in the spotlight is Mr. McGrew's Coding, App and Game Design program.
This school year, the students have been working hard creating their own video game from scratch! The class has divided the work into four categories: coding, level design, writing, and music. They code with JavaScript and utilize the Kaboom JavaScript library to bring their game to life. The students bring their levels to life utilizing various design apps and even write their game's own story. One student even writes the music for the game! They are learning the ins-and-outs of the game development process, utilizing what they already know and working with their classmates to create an open-world action game!
Mr. Sims and a few of his welding students visited Plumbers and Steamfitters LU 565 in Parkersburg, West Virginia. During their visit, they had the opportunity to work alongside apprentices and practice welding. Special thank you to Mr. Todd Knotts, the training coordinator, for allowing us to visit and get hands-on experience!
Our first program spotlight is on Mrs. Leithead's graphic design program.
Throughout the 2023-24 school year, the students have been responsible for printing, trimming, and shipping simulated workplace posters across the state. So far, the program has successfully produced around 348 full-color posters.
These posters include 6S, 12 Protocols of Simulated Workplace, and a laminated poster designed to help companies keep track of safety on the job.
Click the link below to learn more about Simulated Workplace
https://wvde.state.wv.us/simulated-workplace/files/Protocols_explained.pdf
Steve Boyd (AZ State Trooper and Airline Pilot) and his wife Erica Boyd (OH State Trooper) spoke to Law & Public Safety Students about a career in the airline industry, law enforcement and the convergence of the two.
St. Marys Fire Chief Mark Hadley talked to Law & Public Safety Students about the benefits of volunteering at their local fire departments. Students Damien Knight, Drake Duty and Dylan Dodd tried on firefighter equipment.
Scholarship Opportunity for CTE students!
The Albert Yanni scholarship provides high-quality career and technical education (CTE) students an opportunity to pursue advanced education and/or training related to their career aspirations.
Application deadline is April 15, 2024.
Go to the link below for more information and to apply!
http://tinyurl.com/6azd3yk8
Chief Probation Officer Crystal Jenks, Juvenile Probation Officer Danielle Stanley and Judge Tim Sweeney spoke to Law & Public Safety Students about Human Trafficking. Students shared what surprised them about the presentation and ideas on how to make other students aware of this issue.
Every February, we try raise awareness of the role that CTE has in preparing our students for college and career success. CTE Month is also a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our students! This month we will be taking a deeper look into projects that are being completed in our program areas! Stay tuned for more information.
Welding is on a hot streak! Chandler Ash (TCHS), passed his SMAW 6010 Root Pass 7018 with Fill & Cap.
Logan Jones (RC) does it again! He passed his certification test in Shielded Metal Arc (Stick) E7018 with Backing Strip. Congratulations!
Natasha Keener, Industrial Equipment Maintenance student from Ritchie County High School earned her OSHA 10 Certificate. Congratulations!
Emily Testerman (RC) crushed her certification tests in welding! Congratulations!
-Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick)
-E6010 Root Pass
-E7018 Fill & Cap
MOVTI diesel students, Jayden Litman (MHS), John Wells (TCHS), Beau Thomas (TCHS) recently completed Meritor's Foundation and Air Disc Brake Training. The class was put on by Clarksburg Mack Sales and Service and Litman Excavating and Construction.
Law & Public Safety students visited the Tyler County Search and Rescue warehouse in Paden City, WV. Students learned about the resources available to first responders, organizations, and individuals during emergency situations. Students saw demonstrations from a cadaver dog. MOVTI student, Drake Duty, who is also on the search and rescue team, demonstrated a drone using thermal imaging to find a lost or missing person. Students also learned about opportunities to volunteer in their communities and training available that can help them in their future careers.
ALL first year welding students completed their OSHA-10 training! Congratulations!
Welding students are working on a dumping flatbed. Pictured are Logan Jones (RC) and Chandler Ash (TC)
Logan Jones from Ritchie County puts another on the board! He passed his SMAW/GTAW Certification Tig Root 7018 Fill & Cap! Congratulations!!
MOVTI's Computer Repair students will be having a community week February 5th – 9th - see flyer for details.
