Congratulations to our Pioneers who earned a PRO Card for demonstrating what it means to be:
⭐ PROfessional
⭐ PROficient
⭐ PROductive
These students are setting the standard and proving they have what it takes to be PROs in the classroom, lab, and workplace!
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Another Tool for the Toolbox!
Our HVAC students are learning that showing up is one of the most important tools for success!
These students earned a new driver for perfect attendance! Building their skills, one tool at a time!
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Congratulations to Mrs. Edmisten on being nominated for Teacher of the Year!
We are proud to have her representing OVCTC! Her dedication to our students and willingness to go above and beyond make her so deserving of this recognition. Thank you for everything you do for our Pioneers!
Round 3 of the Southern Ohio Career Tech League is in the books!
This round, OVCTC and Southern Hills JVS went head-to-head in Ag Mechanics! Our Pioneers came out with the WIN!
Students put their skills to the test, learned from one another, and had a great time competing!
After the competition, everyone came together for lunch in our Career Café, where our Culinary Arts students topped off a great day with a delicious meal and dessert!
A little friendly competition, great food, and real-world skills. That’s what career tech is all about!
A big shout out and thanks to our judges.
Carter Vogler - General Electric
Chris Florence - Fastenal
Greg Rideout - Adams County Highway
Dave Davis - Adams County Highway
Kenny Lee - Adams County Highway
Roy Liston - Adams County Highway
Jr. Kirker - Adams County Highway
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November 3, 2026, was a wonderful day for Adams County Ohio Valley Schools, as our staff gathered to recognize phenomenal educators from across the district.
We were proud to honor our 2026 Teacher of the Year Nominees from each of our seven buildings. Introduced by their building principals, these dedicated individuals show up every day with heart, passion, and an unwavering commitment to student success.
A huge congratulations to Dr. Brandon Stroup (Peebles High School) for being named the 2026 ACOVSD Teacher of the Year. Dr. Stroup, thank you for your leadership and for setting the bar high for educational excellence.
Events like this remind us how special our community is: A heartfelt thank you to our partners at First State Bank and the Brown County Educational Service Center for standing alongside us to support our staff and schools.
We are proud of all of our 2026 ACOVSD Teacher of the Year Nominees: Aaron McCann (WUHS); Sydney Edmisten (OVCTC); Chris Fitzpatrick (NAHS); Lisa Taylor (NAES); Teacher of the Year, Dr. Brandon Stroup (PHS); Rachel Williams (PES); and Candis Hardin (WUES).
Out with the old, in with the REBUILT! 🔥🔧
Our Ag Mechanics students are putting their skills to work by taking an old trailer and giving it a new life! From cutting and grinding to welding and fabrication, they’re using what they’ve learned in the classroom to turn something old into something useful again.
This is what career tech is all about—real projects, real skills, and results you can be proud of!
Stay tuned to see the finished product! 👀
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The future of HVAC is heating up at OVCTC!
With HVAC being one of the most in-demand skilled trades, we’re making sure our students have the tools, equipment, and hands-on experience they need to succeed!
One of the best parts of our program is that students get to learn alongside local community professionals and our district facilities employees, gaining real-world knowledge from people who do this work every day.
From learning industry tools to troubleshooting heating and cooling systems, our students are building skills that go far beyond the classroom.
Real tools. Real experience. Real career opportunities. That’s what CTE is all about!
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Little Pioneers, BIG Dreams!
Our OVCTC students had a great time participating in Preschool Community Helper Week!
Students from each of our programs had the opportunity to share what they are learning with some of our youngest future Pioneers! From teaching professions and culinary arts to tech and ag, our students got to show these little ones just how many career opportunities are out there.
The best part? Watching our high school students step up, share their knowledge, and become the teachers for the day!
You’re never too young to start exploring your future!
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Round 2 of the Southern Ohio Career Tech League is in the books!
This week, OVCTC hosted the Health Careers competition while Southern Hills CTC hosted Cosmetology!
Once again, we split the wins! Our Health Careers students brought home the win, while Southern Hills took home the Cosmetology trophy!
Both groups of students had the opportunity to put their skills to the test, learn from one another, build confidence, and experience a little friendly competition under pressure.
Our Health Careers competitors even got an added bonus by enjoying lunch at our student-run Career Café!
The trophies are fun, but the real win is seeing students grow, make connections, and prepare for their future careers!
Two rounds down, and we’re all tied up! Who’s taking the lead in Round 3?
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The Southern Ohio Career Tech League is officially underway!
This past week, we kicked off some friendly competition with Southern Hills CTC!
Our Construction Tech students traveled to SHCTC, while we hosted their students for a Welding competition.
Students gained valuable hands-on experience, made new connections, and learned what it’s like to put their skills to the test under a little pressure!
After Round 1, OVCTC brought home the Construction trophy, and SHCTC took home the Welding trophy!
The competition was great, seeing students learn from each other and have fun along the way was even better!
We’re looking forward to the next round!
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Congratulations to our OVCTC American FFA degree recipients! Left to right: Codie Vogler, Colt Johnson, MaRhea Unger, Preston Sparks, and Allen Wilson. ( Not pictured Isabella Crum). These students were part of the 1/2 percent of all active FFA members who earn the highest degree that FFA has to offer. We are excited to have these students end their FFA journey on a high note. Best wishes on their future endeavors and congratulations! It was a pleasure to watch you go across the “Big Stage” at The 99th National FFA Convention and Expo!
From an idea to a finished product!
Our Welding and Precision Machining programs teamed up to bring this custom sign to life! From designing and cutting to sandblasting, powder coating, and finally presenting it to a valued community member, our students and instructors handled it all!
This is what hands-on learning looks like at OVCTC! Students working together, using industry equipment, and creating something they can be proud of!
Let us know if you would like us to create a sign for you.
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Our Ag. Mechanics students spent the day yesterday setting up for our Veterans Day program this Friday the 6th. If you are a Veteran or know a Veteran that would like to attend please contact amy.hoop@ovsd.us or call 9375442336
Our Ag Mechanics students wrapped our fence and man, does it look good!
From operating the man lift to measuring, aligning, and securing the new fence cover, our students put their skills to work!
Not only did they gain valuable hands-on experience, but they also helped improve the appearance of our school!
That’s what CTE is all about—learning real-world skills while taking pride in our school and the work we do!
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Leadership Excellence in Action!
Today, our junior and senior FFA and SkillsUSA leadership team members participated in Leadership Excellence training!
Our students had the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills, grow as team members, and develop the tools needed to make a positive impact in their school, community, and future careers.
Even better, students earned three credentials through this training, adding valuable accomplishments to their career pathways!
We are proud of our students for investing in themselves and continuing to grow as the leaders of tomorrow!
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Congratulations to our OVCTC FFA Students and Officer of the Month!
We are proud of these students for their hard work, leadership, and dedication to our FFA programs.
A special thank you to Mr. McCann and The Forge at West Union High School for creating these awesome custom banners to recognize our students! We love seeing our schools work together to celebrate student success!
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Career exploration was the main order of business. 3 classes from the Ohio Valley CTC visited the Carpenters Union open house in Grayson KY. There were companies looking to train and hire our students. Never to early to gain experience and network.
ACOVSD will be hosting our first ever "Test Drive a School Bus" Event on Saturday October 31st from 9am - Noon!
Come to your high school and take the big yellow bus for a spin, you just might like it!
Applications will be on hand for you to fill out!
Come to your high school and take the big yellow bus for a spin, you just might like it!
Applications will be on hand for you to fill out!
🩸❤️ GIVE BLOOD. SAVE LIVES. BE A HERO! ❤️🩸
Tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20th, Ohio Valley CTC is teaming up with Hoxworth Blood Center to help save lives right here in our community!
📍 Location: OVCTC – Donor Bus
🕘 Times: 9:30–11:00 AM & 12:30–1:45 PM
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up for your appointment!
✅ A few reminders before donating:
• 🍳 Eat a good breakfast and don’t skip meals!
• 💧 Drink plenty of water today and tomorrow.
• 😴 Get a good night’s sleep.
• 🪪 Bring a photo ID.
• 💪 Make sure you’re feeling healthy and ready to donate!
Newsflash!! Ohio Valley FFA Ag soils team has placed third in State Competition held in Frankfort, Ohio! The team of (L to R): Ross Daulton, James Work, Cole Watters, and Maddox Martin, placed 3rd overall out of 48 state qualifying teams! James was also tenth overall out of 177 individuals in a very challenging contest. Special thanks to Ohio FFA for coordinating the event and creating great CDE opportunities for our students and all those who helped make the contest a success. This is the first time in 22 years that Ohio Valley has won an ag soils banner, and these gentleman will be competing at the National Land and Range contest in Oklahoma in the spring. Way to go guys!
