Tri-Rivers participates in MTC Vex Robotics

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“We had more than 140 participants and fans at the first Marion Technical College Vex Robotics Qualifier on Friday, March 4 in the Alber Center,” said Ritch Ramey, College Tech Prep Engineering Technology instructor for Tri-Rivers. The event was sponsored by MTC and the Northwest Ohio STEM grant provided by Honda of America.

Ramey said, 14 teams—from Tri-Rivers, River Valley, Harding, Upper Sandusky, Toledo and Cleveland schools— competed.  “TRCC finished third and two RV teams and one team from Upper Sandusky finished in the best scoring teams as well. A River Valley team won the competition.”
By having the contest at MTC we were able to promote the need for Technical Education in our community for National Engineers Week, explained Ramey. Ramey thanked judges, sponsors and contributors.

The Tri-Rivers team members that will represent TRCC at the SkillsUSA State Vex Mobile robotics are: CJ
Schneider, Isaac Rife and Isaac Dewiel.
Ramey said, “Moving the contest to MTC allowed us to attract a larger group of participants and parents. Next year I expect the event to grow even more. Students from other area schools who attended  plan to compete next year.”

 

Facebook contest continues

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Eric Glosser of Culinary Arts was the first winner of  a basket of goodies during our Facebook Contest. Eric had the most people find Tri-Rivers on facebook and “Like” the page, then post his name. Several others won anniversary mugs with candy for having a friend or family member “Like” Tri-Rivers’ official facebook page and then post their name. You can win, too!!!
The contest  continues!!! Our goal is 1,000 fans!! Ask family and friends to “Like” our page and post your name and win an Anniversary mug. Have the most new fans post your name and you can win a basket of goodies like Eric Glosser did. At the end of the month the person with the most posts will get a basket and those with a post or more will win mugs!!!
Let’s do it!!! Anyone can participate—students, staff, community members. If you are already a Tri-Rivers Facebook fan, just ask others to become fans and post your name and program if you are a student. If you aren’t a fan, yet, go to http://www.facebook.com/tririverscareercenter and “Like” the site and then ask others to do the same and post your name!!!  Your name  has to be posted by a new facebook fan to win!! We can do it!!! Let’s Go. Let’s Go! L-E-T-S, G-O!!

 

 

 

School Closings & Delays

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When the weather gets, cold, snowy and icy, or flooding, please make sure to check our website for any announcement on school delays or closings. You can also get updates on facebook. Complete list of school closing in the area:

Area school closing are at the link below.

 

1st in the State!

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Tri-Rivers Center for Adult Education’s School of Nursing LPN to RN Program  fulfills all  the requirements of the State of Ohio Board of Nursing.

 

The Center meets all the rules specified in Chapter 4723-5 Ohio Administrative Code  The Center provides a nursing education program leading to licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse.”

 

The classroom instructors have master’s degrees. The teaching assistants and clinical instructors have BSN’s (bachelor’s degrees in nursing). Our instructors are not only highly qualified but caring, nurturing individuals.

For more details on Tri-Rivers Healthcare programs call 740-389-4682, Ext. 505.

 

 

FFA Week, February 19-26

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Tri-Rivers will celebrate National FFA Week February 19-26, 2010.  Infinite Potential is the theme this year and it embodies all the best about FFA members, from the most recognizable symbol of the organization, the blue corduroy jacket, a symbol of pride and tradition, to the bright future of agriculture and the traditions of leadership and hard work. More than half a million members around the nation will participate in National FFA Week activities at the local and state levels.

The focus of National FFA Week is to tell America about the great opportunities available for all youth. From its beginnings in 1928 as the Future Farmers of America, the National FFA Organization today reaches out to all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.  FFA is committed to developing character and leadership skills and preparing members for a lifetime of civic leadership and career success.

Tri-Rivers FFA members are the leaders of tomorrow. They are success-oriented students who are driven to achieve their goals. FFA gives many young people an important push to consider their futures—what kind of people, citizens and professionals they intend to be.

Throughout the week Tri-Rivers students will participate in several fun activities:

• A can tab drive for Ronald McDonald House.  The tabs will be collected & weighed on Friday, February 25th.  The winning class will be treated to an Ice Cream Sundae Bar.
• There will be announcements about the FFA and agriculture made each morning by FFA Members
• There will be a Staff Appreciation Breakfast in the Eagle Inn on Wednesday morning at 7:30AM
• We have the following Dress-Up Days planned (TRCC logo wear is still required.)
Tuesday—Hat Day
Wednesday—Blue & Gold Day
Thursday—Crazy Hair/Fashion Disaster Day
Friday—Cowboy/Cowgirl Day

FFA officers will conduct the following activities during lunch periods in the MPR—Tuesday, Baby Bottle Chug; Wednesday, Minute to Win It/Corn Hole Tournament; Thursday, Corn on the Cob Eating Contest and Friday, Minute to Win It.

National FFA Week is sponsored by Tractor Supply Company and Carhartt as a special project of the National FFA Foundation.  The Foundation is the fundraising arm of the National FFA and supports programs by working with sponsors to raise funds for scholarships that are awarded to outstanding members.

 

Conferences, Health Fair

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Parent Teacher Conferences are this Thursday, Feb. 17, 3:30pm-6:30pm (Regular School Day) and Friday, 7:30am-10:30am (No School for students). Parents are also invited to stop by Health Fair 2011 on Friday, 7am-11am in the MultiPurpose Room.

Several health professionals will be available, including Marion Area Health Center; Jeannie Poast, licensed massage therapist; Dr. Winger, audiologist; Mary Longo, with OSU Extension (Derma Scan); YMCA; Professional Eye Care; Dr. Coleen Denton, chiropractor and acupuncture; Dr. Peltier, chiropractor; Brock Meadows, Power Factory; and Doris Schwartz, Arbonne.

Health Fair 2011 is a wellness activity planned by the TRCC Wellness Team to promote healthy living. Questions, call Nurse Sandy Redd @ 740-389-4681, Ext. 426.

Kiwanis Pancake Day Big Success

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The Marion Noon Kiwanis Pancake Day held at Tri-Rivers Saturday, February 12, was a big success. It was a day for kids, friends, family, fellowship and food! The Entertainment included: Howard Klehm on the keyboard, Marionaires Barbershop Chorus, Martha Douce Dancers, The Man in Black, The Primrose Ringers,Ann Schertzer and Ben Osborne, 4 The Record, Tom Mathy’s Golden Buckeyes, The Cloggettes & Jazzy Ladies, Reckless Line Dancers and D J Music.

Kiwanis members and many, many volunteers were on hand to cook and serve the pancakes, sausage, and drinks. The MultiPurpose Room was packed with the crowd spilling into the Auditorium and Eagle Inn Restaurant.

What a fun day!!!!

 

Two New Programs at Tri-Rivers Career Center

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Creating a Pathway that works for you! That is the goal of two new programs at the Career Center—STEPS (Successful Training to Employment Possibilities) and Pathways to Employment. STEPS is a program for sophomores and Pathways is designed for juniors and seniors. When a student completes STEPS, they he or she chooses Pathways or a Career Tech program.

 

There are many pathways a student can take, we want a students to be able to choose the one that is right for them. STEPS is a year-long career exploration program. Pathways in Level 1 provides career awareness, in-house lab and school worksites. During Level 2 students have the opportunity to experience off-site unpaid work experience. The chart above shows a variety of pathways to success.

Job Training is for students 18  years old and older. It offers paid work experience, a Job Search Lab, and School to Life Skills.

7th graders enjoy Career Fridays

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Education is all about options and Career Fridays was created to show 7th graders lots of career opportunities. It is open to all area 7th graders.

The sessions are held at Grant Middle School January 14 through March 18. Each Friday a different career cluster is explored—health, arts & communications, education, transportation, human services, engineering/manufacturing, and agriculture/human services.

Session one highlighted Health Services. Students from Health Technologies (a Tri-Rivers satellite program at Harding High) and Healthcare Professions (located at Tri-Rivers) demonstrated several skills used in health fields.

“The 7th graders choose which sessions they would like to attend according to their interests,” explained Alice Bailey, career development specialist for Tri-Rivers and one of the program’s coordinators. Karen Hedges, TRCC school improvement specialist and Beth Nicol, guidance counselor at Grant are the other coordinators.

Bailey said approximately 50 students attend each session. “It is also a great opportunity for the Tri-Rivers students to practice their skills.”

For more information on Career Fridays, contact Karen Hedges at .

1,000 fans needed!!

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Students, Alumni, Business Partners, Friends of Tri-Rivers!
During Career & Technical Education Month we’ve set a goal of 1,000 fans for the Tri-Rivers Facebook page. We need your help to reach that goal. Just click “Like Us” at http://www.facebook.com/tririverscareercenter

Be part of the conversation. Share your ideas, suggest programs, share success stories, etc.

Join the fun, come see what’s going on!!!

See you on FACEBOOK!!!