
Special thank you to Matt McCallister from Universal Technical Institute for presenting to our automotive and diesel students. UTI is a leading provider of training for students preparing for careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle, marine, CNC machining and welding technicians.


MOVTI Announces Students of the Quarter for the 2nd Quarter!
Abby Boley – Abby is a Senior from St. Mary’s High School. Abby is in her second year at the MOVTI and is currently enrolled in the Building Maintenance & Operations program. She completed the Carpentry program last year and is a Concentrator in the MOVTI’s Drafting program. Abby has perfect attendance for the 2021-22 school year and only missed one day of school during the 2020-21 school year! Mr. Becker, her Carpentry/Building Maintenance Instructor states that she completes all assignments, works well with others, stays on task, is a great problem solver and has a tremendous work ethic. Abby plans to seek employment after graduation.
Zyan Hardbarger – Zyan is a Junior from Ritchie County High School. Zyan is in his first year of the Diesel Technologies Program at the MOVTI. Mr. Mossor, the Diesel Instructor, states that Zyan has shown great leadership skills. He is the first to participate in class discussion, whether it be in the Diesel classroom or with the Embedded Math class. Zyan plans on pursuing a career in the automotive industry. He would like to someday open his own shop.
Luke Powell – Luke is a Junior from St. Mary’s High School. Luke is enrolled in the Carpentry Program at the MOVTI. Luke is a great student at his home high school as well as at the MOVTI. Mr. Becker, Carpentry Instructor says that he is always on task in the Carpentry Program. Luke works well with others and helps other students. He has great attendance, good leadership skills, and is a problem solver. Luke also has great carpentry skills! Luke’s post-secondary goals include starting a successful business and to be able to invest his earnings in stocks.
Anondae Hesson – Anondae is a Senior from St. Mary’s High School. She is enrolled in the Advanced Medical Program at the MOVTI. Mrs. Renner, the Advanced Medical Instructor, states that Anondea has good attendance, is respectful, and gets along well with her classmates. She completes all assignments and participates in lectures and lab activities. Anondae maintains good academic standing while participating in extracurricular activities and taking early college classes. She is a pleasure to have in class. Anondae plans to attend West Liberty University, and major in Physician Assistant studies. She plans to graduate and become a Physician’s Assistant.





Mrs. Renner's Therapeutic Services students used the Anatomy in Clay Learning System to learn about the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system. Their assignment was to construct the system and label all parts using the clay. Through this method, students gain a knowledge of anatomy though relevant education with the power of hands-on learning.

AM Welding Students fabricated a trailer with skills that they have learned so far this year!

Now enrolling adult welding students!!!
Classes begin Monday, March 7, 2022. Please visit our website to download the application.


MOVTI would like to recognize students who are participating in a winter sport. Best of luck in your season!



Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at the Mid-Ohio Valley Technical Institute!


One more certification before we head out for Christmas Break! Jaidon Lusk, a RCHS Senior and 2 year MOVTI student, passes his GMAW "Mig" Welding Certification. He is now certified in Gas Metal Arc Welding! Jaidon is pictured with Mr. Sims, MOVTI Welding Instructor.


Welders! Welders! Welders! Rory Bunner, a RCHS Senior and 2 year MOVTI student, passes his GMAW "Mig" Welding Certification. He is now certified in Gas Metal Arc Welding! Rory is pictured with Mr. Sims, MOVTI Welding Instructor.


We are racking up the Welding Certifications here at the MOVTI!!
Jaden Holmes, a TCHS Senior and a 2 year MOVTI student, passes the Shielded Arc Welding Test. He is now fully certified in 6010 Root Pass and 7018 Fill & Cap Welding! He is pictured with Mr. Sims, MOVTI Welding Instructor.


Welding and diesel are shown working very efficiently on their projects to help them achieve more knowledge and experience for their future career!

Welding and diesel are shown working very efficiently on their projects to help them achieve more knowledge and experience for their future career!

Another Welding Certification!!! Clinton Conrad, a TCHS Senior and a 2 year MOVTI student, passes the Shielded Arc Welding Test. He is now fully certified in 6010 Root Pass and 7018 Fill & Cap Welding! He is pictured with Mr. Sims, MOVTI Welding Instructor.


Another Welding Certification!!! Steven Judge, a TCHS student, passes the Shielded Arc Welding Test. He is now fully certified in 6010 Root Pass and 7018 Fill & Cap Welding!
He is pictured with Mr. Sims, MOVTI Welding Instructor.


Multimedia Publishing students Zeke Lindsey and Lydia Colvin installed a large partner in education vinyl sticker at Luminant Pleasants Power Plant today.
In partnering with local businesses, we can provide real life learning experiences for students. The MOVTI strives to equip students with vital skills, adaptability and attitudes for life-long learning.



The MOVTI is so thankful for all the businesses and organizations that participated in our career fair yesterday. Students were able to gain insight into career and educational opportunities in our area by speaking with representatives. Bonus: students got lots of cool, FREE stuff!

MOVTI students continue to work on skills in their CTE program area! They are learning practices and techniques for their future education and career!

MOVTI Law & Public Safety students had the opportunity to participate in a field trip to Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum located in Historic Weston, West Virginia. Students learned about the history of the asylum and how the criminal justice system dealt with mental illness in the past. The asylum is the largest hand cut stone structure in North America and the second largest in the world behind the Kremlin.





Second year Diesel student Colton Stewart (RCHS) is replacing both rear axle housings on a 1989 Kenworth owned by Cox Logging and Excavating LLC.
CTE Simulated Workplace = Real Work = Real Skills Learned!
Mid-Ohio Valley Technical Institute: Real Learning for the Real World

The SkillsUSA Statesman Award is presented to members who demonstrate SkillsUSA knowledge and civic awareness, along with an understanding of the SkillsUSA Framework and how to articulate their personal career and technical education (CTE) experience.
Recently MOVTI SkillUSA students attended their fall conference at Cedar Lakes. The following representatives from MOVTI received their SkillsUSA Statesman Award.
Left to Right
Back Row- Zach Hafer (RCHS), James Heflin SMHS, Dalton America TCHS, Danny Bircher (RCHS), Austin Vancamp (TCHS),
Front Row- Elizabeth Beavin (MHS), Vanessa Dawson (RCHS)
Not pictured: Alexia Redifer RCHS