This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Marion Noon Kiwanis Pancake Day. Once again Saturday, February 24, 7am to 2pm at Tri-Rivers Career Center, Kiwanis members will be flipping pancakes, serving sausage, coffee, and juice for a great cause. Those attending will also enjoy local entertainment. Tri-Rivers FFA students and Culinary Arts students will be assisting throughout the day.
In 2017, funds raised from the breakfast supported 14 programs that helped children in Marion County, according to Kiwanis President David Hepp. “This is the most important fundraiser for the Marion Noon Kiwanis. Attendees at Pancake Day should feel pride in knowing that all proceeds go to support local projects benefiting children right here in Marion County.”
The 2018 Pancake Day is being dedicated to the memory of Howard Klehm, a longtime Kiwanis member. Klehm, who passed away at age 76 on July 8, 2017, was a gifted musician and willingly shared his gift by playing the keyboard at Kiwanis meetings, said Hepp.
“Last year, we had 3,010 people come through and raised $12,800,” Hepp said. “Our main focus as a club is children. If you look at all the things that we’ve sponsored, whether it’s activities at the Marion Public Library, the Boys and Girls Club or Marion County 4-H, we make it a goal that if someone is asking for a donation it is going to help a child in or around Marion County.”
“The big crowds that come are people who want to support their community,” he said. “The volunteer help that we get is amazing. From Kiwanis members to FFA members to Key Club members and others; it takes a team effort to pull this event together.”
“After this many years, the Kiwanis Pancake Day is truly a Marion tradition. It’s amazing to me to see multiple generations of families come out to support the fundraiser,” said Hepp.
Advance tickets for the Kiwanis Pancake Day cost $5 for ages 13 and older and $3 for children ages 4 to 12. Tickets can be purchased from Kiwanis and Altrusa club members or at Southland Barbers, City Barbershop and Tri-Rivers Career Center.
Tickets purchased at the door will cost $6 for ages 13 and older and $4 for kids ages 4 to 12.
For information, visit marionnoonkiwanis.com. Information is also available on the Kiwanis Facebook page.
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For the second year in a row, Tri-Rivers School of Nursing LPN to RN program has been ranked at the Best in Ohio by RegisteredNursing.org, according to a news release from the group.
Nursing programs were assessed on several factors which represent how well a program supports students toward licensure and beyond, according to Sally Worthington of RegisteredNursing.org “We analyzed past and present first time NCLEX-RN passage rates—weighted by year.”
She said, “The NCLEX-RN exam is used by all state boards of nursing across the United States to help assess a student’s competency and is required for licensure. Also, many state boards of nursing use the total overall NCLEX-RN pass rates for a school as one of the main ways to approve a school’s ability to provide a nursing education in the state. This is why we feel the NCLEX-RN pass rates are one of the best ways to determine a nursing program’s student preparedness, and that is why we decided to rank them using this method.”
“Eighty-nineschools in Ohio were analyzed and 30 qualified to be ranked”, said Dr. Emeline Kelly, Tri-Rivers Director of Health & Public Safety program.
Dr. Emeline Kelly
Dr. Kelly said, “They went back to the most recent years of data available up to five years, then averaged the schools’ pass rates, weighted the recency of the exam and considered the number of students taking the exam.”
The National Council Examination (NCLEX-RN) is the nationwide examination for licensing of nurses in the United States and Canada. Most recently the 2017graduates of Tri-Rivers LPN to RN program achieved 95.8% passage of the NCLEX.
Dr. Kelly said the goal of the Tri-Rivers LPN to RN program at Tri-Rivers is two-fold. “First of all, we want our graduates to successfully obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse. Secondly, our students also receive education that focuses on the professional environment and current practice issues including evidenced-based practice and patient experience, in order to make them successful employees for today’s health care agencies.”
“We also place importance on continuing education by instructing our students that it is an expectation that they will obtain further education, minimally a baccalaureate degree,” said Dr. Kelly. “Additionally, we hold our faculty and staff to a high standard, relying on current practice and innovative educational strategies.”
Dr. Kelly attributes the high ranking from RegisteredNursing.Org and high pass rate of the NCLEX to her team who works one on one with students and “offers unparalleled support for students during their training.”
“We look at each individual student and work hard to support their goals of becoming a healthcare professional,” said Dr. Kelly. “Each student is different. We recognize those differences and provide the support that help them succeed.”
Dr. Kelly said at Tri-Rivers School of Nursing it is “all about relationships. We are partners with our students. Their success is our success.”
To learn more about Tri-Rivers Healthcare programs, visittririversnursing.com. VisitRegisteredNursing.orgto learn more about their ranking system and see how other schools in Ohio are ranked.
Tri-Rivers Center For Adult Education’s Open House is Monday, February 12, 4-7pm at the Adult Education Healthcare & Public Safety Building, 1563 Marion-Mt. Gilead Road, Marion, Ohio. Learn more about LPN to RN, Practical Nursing, Patient Care Technician, Paramedic and EMT.
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Join us for our Tri-Rivers Career Center Adult Education Open House to learn more about our Patient Care Tech, Practical Nursing, LPN to RN, Basic EMT, and Paramedicine programs, Monday, Feb. 12, 4-7 pm at our Adult Education Healthcare & Public Safety Building, 1563 Marion-Mt. Gilead Rd, Marion, OH. (Behind BW3s).
There will be tours throughout the event with informational sessions at 4:30pm, 5:30pm and 6:30pm. Attend and receive a $50 voucher toward your application fee. Refreshments available.
• LPN to RN Diploma Program is a transition program for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the goal of educational advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN). Successful graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN® examination to become a Registered Nurse. The program provides a blended curriculum (classroom and online) with strong emphasis on clinical skills, professionalism, and leadership. Our program is fully-approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing and we are nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Flexible program choices: DAYTIME 45-week program or 90-week program, perfect for working adults or parents
Excellent NCLEX-RN® pass rate on first attempt (2014 = 100%, 2015 = 95.6%, 2016 = 100%, 2017 = 95.8%)
Compassionate, caring instructors who promote a positive learning environment focused on student success
Classroom instructors have master’s or doctoral degrees in nursing
Teaching assistants and clinical instructors have a minimum of bachelor’s degree in nursing
Strong emphasis on clinical skills, professionalism, and leadership
Small campus environment with easy, on-site parking
• Practical Nursing is an LPN training program. Successful graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX®-PN examination to become a LPN in the State of Ohio.
Flexible program choices: accelerated 10 month day program or the evening 20 month program, perfect for working adults or parents
Excellent NCLEX® pass rate (2017): 100% on first attempt on Practical Nursing boards
Compassionate, caring instructors
Strong emphasis on clinical skills
• Patient Care Technician (PCT) If you are interested in healthcare, but unsure of exactly which healthcare field to enter – this is the program for you! The Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program provides insight into patient care, medical office and ancillary services, such as EKG and Phlebotomy. The Patient Care Technician certificate program prepares individuals for an array of job opportunities in the health care field. Graduates may find employment in long term care facilities, hospitals, physician practices, laboratories, and clinics where basic bedside nursing skills are required, as well as the skills of phlebotomy, coding, billing, and performing electrocardiograms (EKG). As a completer of the program you will have developed skills in 3 key areas of the health care field; Patient Care, Medical Clerical, and Clinical Ancillary Services, along with a core group of classes.
For those considering entering the Practical Nursing program, the PCT program has all the required prerequisite courses.
• Emergency Medical Technician EMT This 170 hour program follows the U.S. D.O.T. and Ohio Division of EMS guidelines. Certification as an Ohio EMT is contingent upon successfully completing the course requirements and passing the National Registry Practical and Written Exam.
Course includes instructor led classes with hands on training. Topics covered include basic anatomy and physiology of the human body, bleeding control, airway management, and medical emergency interventions.
• Paramedicine Become a Paramedic and have an incredible career making a meaningful difference! It’s important to know that the career of paramedics is on the rise. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of paramedics is expected to rise twenty-three percent from the year 2012 to 2022. Students who complete an approved training program and pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) written and practical exams are eligible to become paramedics in Ohio. Aspiring paramedics must already have EMT Basic licensure before they qualify for paramedic-level certification.
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Tri-Rivers Outstanding Alumnus were honored at the 2017 board dinner at the Career Center.
The Tri-Rivers Outstanding Alumni awards recognize Career Center and Adult Center graduates who have contributed to their communities, are outstanding in their career fields and/or have furthered their educations. These individuals are Tri-Rivers success stories.
Tyler Lowe is a graduate of Tri-Rivers Center For Adult Education’s paramedicine program. Lowe attended Hocking College and then continued his training at Tri-Rivers Center For Adult Education.
He started his career as a volunteer at Fort Morrow Fire in Waldo in 2003 and he continues to volunteer there. He worked at Marion Township Fire from 2004-2007 and throughout paramedic school. Since 2007 he has worked for First Consolidated Fire District as a full-time firefighter/paramedic. He also has been a Marion County Sheriff Tactical SWAT Team Medic since 2012. He received the Marion County Sheriff’s Office Lifesaving Award from Sheriff Tim Bailey in 2017.
Logan Mitchell is a 2010 graduate of Elgin High School; he also attended Tri-Rivers Career Center majoring in diversified health occupations. Upon graduation, Logan chose to continue his education in Tri-Rivers Adult Education’s patient care technician program, where he earned his credentials as a state tested nurse aide, certified home health care provider, patient care technician, medical administrative assistant, clinical medical assistant and as a phlebotomist.
“Logan continues to give back by allowing our current patient care technician students a clinical site setting at his facility,” said Billie Fields-Baer, patient care technician program coordinator for Tri-Rivers. “Logan is living out our mission of contributing, advancing, and succeeding.”
After graduation, he began his career at Memorial Hospital of Union County in Marysville, where he utilized his medical assisting, medical administrative assisting, patient care technician and phlebotomy certifications. He then pursued a career as a phlebotomist at The Ohio Reformatory for Women (ORW). During his time at ORW, he was promoted to lead phlebotomist, and director of the phlebotomy lab. Currently, Mitchell is employed by Quest Diagnostic, where he is a phlebotomist in a private physician’s office.
Candice DeWitt is a graduate of the Career Center’s business program. When Candice was a student at Tri-Rivers, the business program was a combination of business/computer programming/hardware modules. She became the lead website designer for NuWave Media/Marion Online, then started Neighborhood Image and purchased Marion Online in 2010. She also worked as the fiscal specialist for the Delaware County Auditor’s Office from 2009-2016.
“Candice is truly MarionMade and a blessing to the community. She is a Tri-Rivers success story,” said Ellen Bryant Messenger, director of communications.
In 2016 she became the budget director for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and accepted the challenge and responsibility of managing the day-to-day financials of the multiple departments at the sheriff’s office. In December she was named “Civilian of the Year” by the Sheriff’s Department.
Dylon Caudill is a graduate of Tri-Rivers’ engineering technologies program. Caudill first attended the Vex Robotics World Championships in Anaheim, California, as a high school senior, and then as a college student at Marion Technical College. While in college he also worked for Ridgedale Schools as their information technology expert and helped their Vex Robotics team. Two years ago, the Ohio Vex leadership team recommended him to the Robotics Engineering Competition Foundation to be the Ohio representative.
Caudill now travels around the world helping with professional development, camps and competitions. This year, with his leadership, Ohio now has more than 400 Vex Robotic teams and there are 18,000 teams worldwide.
“It is hard to believe how much this young man has accomplished in his 22 years,” said said Chuck Speelman, Tri-Rivers superintendent.
There are now two components of graduation requirements: credits & assessments
1. The credit component requires all students to successfully complete a minimum of 20 high school credits—(local boards can increase this amount.)
2. The assessment component provides teens three ways to be eligible for a high school diploma. He or she must minimally meet one of the three pathways to earn an Ohio diploma:
PATHWAY 1: At TRI-RIVERS—in-demand industry credential(s) & passing WorkKeys
At Tri-Rivers teens can earn their graduation points by attaining a state approved, industry-recognized credential or group of credentials in a single career field and a workforce readiness score on WorkKeys, a nationally recognized job skills assessment or
PATHWAY 2: Points on Ohio State Tests
Earn 18 out of 35 points on seven end-of-course state tests. You can earn up to five points on each test. You need a minimum of four points in math, four points in English language arts and six points across science and social studies or
PATHWAY 3: College and career readiness tests
Earn remediation-free scores* in math and English language arts on the ACT or SAT. Your district chooses either the ACT or SAT. You will take one-time statewide spring test in grade 11 for free. *Ohio’ university presidents set these scores, which are subject to change.
How can a student earn a high school diploma under the “credential” Option?
In order to qualify for a diploma under the credential option, a student needs to do two things:
• Earn a minimum score (to be determined by the Ohio Department of Education) on WorkKeys—a three-sections work readiness test that many employers use.
• Earn an ODE industry-recognized credential or a group of credentials totaling12 points.
Can a student mix and match credentials?
Yes, a student may choose any combination of credentials that total to 12 points within a single career field. Students can consult with a counselor, teacher, or other professional to aid in choosing the bundle of credentials that best suits their career aspirations.
Why can’t a student mix and match credentials from different career fields?
The goal is for students to exit high school with a coherent bundle of credentials that leads to meaningful employment or post-secondary options. For example, obtaining a Taser certification (for law enforcement) along with a couple of IT certifications and the ServSafe (for food handlers) as a bundle would not have an obvious use or application in the workforce.
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Construction Trades Academy invites employers and vendors to “SNOW DAYS” Tuesday, December 12, 2017 anytime between 8:15am and 2:45 pm to meet the programs’ Construction Trades students—the next generation of the professional construction trades workforce. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP to
Construction Trades Academy offers:
Multi-Trade—Work in all aspects of construction and related careers, including: estimating, roofing, interior finishing, heavy equipment operation, electrical, plumbing, masonry, concrete form work
Interpret blueprints and specifications to build residential structures
Do commercial metal framing & residential wood framing
Gain skills to become a leader in construction—from a Construction Foreman to a Construction Manager
Senior Capstone Project—community-based
Note: We also offer this program as a Construction Trades Academy—Grade 10. So you can come as a sophomore to jumpstart your construction career.
Tri-Rivers Open House—Focus on Your Future Night—will be Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017, 5:30-7:30pm The event is open to the public.
During the evening all Career Tech labs will be open with demonstrations and contests, refreshment and door prizes.
During the evening sophomores are encouraged to apply online in the Computer Lab, with assistance from Student Services personnel, in order to get into the program of their choice for 2018-19. We also encourage 8th, and 9th graders and their families to attend to learn more about Tri-Rivers and the programs offered.
Modern Career Tech Schools and programs are designed to prepare students for success. We empower students to learn a skill while in high school, in addition to opportunities for earning FREE college credits and industry-recognized credentials. This sets students on a career pathway that gives them options after graduation. Career Tech is now viewed as a smarter pathway to career success.
Two programs are also open to students who will be sophomores next fall—Engineering Technologies and Construction Trades Academy.
New programs this year include: International Business Academy and Teacher Academy
Students in the International Business program will have the opportunity to become the global leaders that this society needs! Besides the studies in business, economics, ethics, marketing students will also learn about new cultures and societies and laws and perspectives. This knowledge will certainly make them a more appealing prospective employees in this global world.
The Teacher Academy lab will be located in a large modern classroom with large planning and work areas at Dayspring Wesleyan Church, across from Tri-Rivers. Teacher Academy gives students an authentic look at becoming an educator. Beginning with classroom instruction on different learning styles and classroom methods, students will progress to working side by side with a teacher/mentor in the classroom.
Other programs to visit include: Advanced Machining, Ag & Industrial Power Technology, Automotive Technology, CNET (Computer Networking), Construction Trade Academy, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Digital Media & Entertainment, Engineering Technologies, Esthetics (Skin Care), Health Careers Academy, Veterinary Science and Welding.
Santa’s Lil Shoppe will also be open Thursday, 3:30-7:30pm. Our elves will assist youngsters while they do their holiday shopping. Santa will be there for photos 5-7pm. Santa’s Lil Shoppe will also be open: Friday, Dec. 8, 3:30-7:30pm and Saturday, 10am-4pm. Santa will be there 5-7 pm on Friday and Noon to 3pm on Saturday. Photos are $5 each.
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Representative Dorothy Pelanda visits Tri-Rivers RAMTEC to discuss the RAMTEC Robotics Technician Training (RRTT) pilot program with L to R Mark Edington, Larry Hickman, and Ritch Ramey. Rep. Pelanda has been a very important supporter of Career Technology Education (CTE).
She recently sponsored a bill to guarantee students will be exposed to CTE program options at all Ohio Schools.
The RRTT program will help create entry level robotics technicians with FANUC, Yaskawa Motoman and OSHA 10 certifications in 15 days of training. These new Robotic Techs would help fill the critical shortage of these great paying careers in Central Ohio.
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Tri-Rivers RAMTEC will be holding a Fall Robotics Camp, November 22, 10am-2:3opm at RAMTEC.
The camp is open to students in grades 6th through 10th.
Students will rotate through the following sessions: Yaskaw Motoman Robotics Operation; FANUC Robotics Operation; NAO Humanoid Robot; Universal Robot and 3D Printing.
Cost of the camp is $20. All participants will receive a T-shirt and pizza for lunch. Fifty participants will be accepted.
To register call Holly Ramey at 740-389-8590 or email: Registration Form is Below.
Tri-Rivers’ C.C. Bistro was all about French Cuisine during a recent collaborative project. Suzie Arehart, the Career Center’s Business Communications Instructor, has been discussing France and the country’s culture and food with her students. So it just made sense to her that they learn more about the cuisine by working with Chef Sheila Hamm’s Culinary Arts students. “We decided our students should get together and make crêpes,” said Arehart.
The Culinary Arts students practiced the art of making crêpes and then the Business Communications students joined them in kitchen to learn the process. “Crêpes are made by pouring a batter onto a frying pan or flat circular hot plate, often with a trace of butter or vegetable oil on the pan’s surface. The batter is spread evenly over the cooking surface of the pan or plate either by tilting the pan or by distributing the batter with a spatula. Cooking takes 30 to 60 seconds, then it is turned over to cook the other side. You can flip it in the air by swinging the pan,” explained Chef Hamm. “Some of the students were actually pretty good at flipping the crêpes.”
“When students learn from students, it really is wonderful thing,” said Chef Hamm. “Both my Culinary Arts students and Mrs. Arehart’s Business Communications students did an amazing job for together.”
Arehart said her students not only learned how to make crêpes and all about savory types of fillings for the pancake-like creations, but they also had the opportunity to sample macaroons and French onion soup made by the Culinary Arts students. “They were also introduced to what it would look like to eat in a French restaurant with four forks at each place setting,” said Arehart.
“It was as much fun for the Culinary Arts students as it was for the Business Communications students,” said Principal Carol Bebout. “I loved seeing how as peers the Culinary Arts students shared how to make the food and the Business Communications students really listened and asked questions. ”
Bebout said, “Collaborative projects like this one have such a positive impact on students.”
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Tri-Rivers hosts 2018 Kiwanis Pancake Day
/in High School News, HS News Archives/by web editorThis year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Marion Noon Kiwanis Pancake Day. Once again Saturday, February 24, 7am to 2pm at Tri-Rivers Career Center, Kiwanis members will be flipping pancakes, serving sausage, coffee, and juice for a great cause. Those attending will also enjoy local entertainment. Tri-Rivers FFA students and Culinary Arts students will be assisting throughout the day.
In 2017, funds raised from the breakfast supported 14 programs that helped children in Marion County, according to Kiwanis President David Hepp. “This is the most important fundraiser for the Marion Noon Kiwanis. Attendees at Pancake Day should feel pride in knowing that all proceeds go to support local projects benefiting children right here in Marion County.”
The 2018 Pancake Day is being dedicated to the memory of Howard Klehm, a longtime Kiwanis member. Klehm, who passed away at age 76 on July 8, 2017, was a gifted musician and willingly shared his gift by playing the keyboard at Kiwanis meetings, said Hepp.
“Last year, we had 3,010 people come through and raised $12,800,” Hepp said. “Our main focus as a club is children. If you look at all the things that we’ve sponsored, whether it’s activities at the Marion Public Library, the Boys and Girls Club or Marion County 4-H, we make it a goal that if someone is asking for a donation it is going to help a child in or around Marion County.”
“The big crowds that come are people who want to support their community,” he said. “The volunteer help that we get is amazing. From Kiwanis members to FFA members to Key Club members and others; it takes a team effort to pull this event together.”
“After this many years, the Kiwanis Pancake Day is truly a Marion tradition. It’s amazing to me to see multiple generations of families come out to support the fundraiser,” said Hepp.
Advance tickets for the Kiwanis Pancake Day cost $5 for ages 13 and older and $3 for children ages 4 to 12. Tickets can be purchased from Kiwanis and Altrusa club members or at Southland Barbers, City Barbershop and Tri-Rivers Career Center.
Tickets purchased at the door will cost $6 for ages 13 and older and $4 for kids ages 4 to 12.
For information, visit marionnoonkiwanis.com. Information is also available on the Kiwanis Facebook page.
Tri-Rivers School of Nursing RN ranked as Best in Ohio
/in Adult Ed archives, Adult Education News/by web editorDr. Emeline Kelly
Dr. Kelly said, “They went back to the most recent years of data available up to five years, then averaged the schools’ pass rates, weighted the recency of the exam and considered the number of students taking the exam.”
Adult Education Open House Feb 12
/in Adult Ed archives, Adult Education News/by web editorJoin us for our Tri-Rivers Career Center Adult Education Open House to learn more about our Patient Care Tech, Practical Nursing, LPN to RN, Basic EMT, and Paramedicine programs, Monday, Feb. 12, 4-7 pm at our Adult Education Healthcare & Public Safety Building, 1563 Marion-Mt. Gilead Rd, Marion, OH. (Behind BW3s).
There will be tours throughout the event with informational sessions at 4:30pm, 5:30pm and 6:30pm. Attend and receive a $50 voucher toward your application fee. Refreshments available.
• LPN to RN Diploma Program is a transition program for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the goal of educational advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN). Successful graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN® examination to become a Registered Nurse. The program provides a blended curriculum (classroom and online) with strong emphasis on clinical skills, professionalism, and leadership. Our program is fully-approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing and we are nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
• Practical Nursing is an LPN training program. Successful graduates will be eligible to take the NCLEX®-PN examination to become a LPN in the State of Ohio.
• Patient Care Technician (PCT) If you are interested in healthcare, but unsure of exactly which healthcare field to enter – this is the program for you! The Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program provides insight into patient care, medical office and ancillary services, such as EKG and Phlebotomy. The Patient Care Technician certificate program prepares individuals for an array of job opportunities in the health care field. Graduates may find employment in long term care facilities, hospitals, physician practices, laboratories, and clinics where basic bedside nursing skills are required, as well as the skills of phlebotomy, coding, billing, and performing electrocardiograms (EKG). As a completer of the program you will have developed skills in 3 key areas of the health care field; Patient Care, Medical Clerical, and Clinical Ancillary Services, along with a core group of classes.
For those considering entering the Practical Nursing program, the PCT program has all the required prerequisite courses.
• Emergency Medical Technician EMT This 170 hour program follows the U.S. D.O.T. and Ohio Division of EMS guidelines. Certification as an Ohio EMT is contingent upon successfully completing the course requirements and passing the National Registry Practical and Written Exam.
Course includes instructor led classes with hands on training. Topics covered include basic anatomy and physiology of the human body, bleeding control, airway management, and medical emergency interventions.
• Paramedicine Become a Paramedic and have an incredible career making a meaningful difference! It’s important to know that the career of paramedics is on the rise. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of paramedics is expected to rise twenty-three percent from the year 2012 to 2022. Students who complete an approved training program and pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) written and practical exams are eligible to become paramedics in Ohio. Aspiring paramedics must already have EMT Basic licensure before they qualify for paramedic-level certification.
2017 Outstanding Alumni Winners
/in outstanding alumni/by web editorPhoto: Logan Mitchell, Candice DeWitt and Tyler Lowe. Dylon Caudill pictured below.
Tri-Rivers Outstanding Alumnus were honored at the 2017 board dinner at the Career Center.
The Tri-Rivers Outstanding Alumni awards recognize Career Center and Adult Center graduates who have contributed to their communities, are outstanding in their career fields and/or have furthered their educations. These individuals are Tri-Rivers success stories.
Tyler Lowe is a graduate of Tri-Rivers Center For Adult Education’s paramedicine program. Lowe attended Hocking College and then continued his training at Tri-Rivers Center For Adult Education.
He started his career as a volunteer at Fort Morrow Fire in Waldo in 2003 and he continues to volunteer there. He worked at Marion Township Fire from 2004-2007 and throughout paramedic school. Since 2007 he has worked for First Consolidated Fire District as a full-time firefighter/paramedic. He also has been a Marion County Sheriff Tactical SWAT Team Medic since 2012. He received the Marion County Sheriff’s Office Lifesaving Award from Sheriff Tim Bailey in 2017.
Logan Mitchell is a 2010 graduate of Elgin High School; he also attended Tri-Rivers Career Center majoring in diversified health occupations. Upon graduation, Logan chose to continue his education in Tri-Rivers Adult Education’s patient care technician program, where he earned his credentials as a state tested nurse aide, certified home health care provider, patient care technician, medical administrative assistant, clinical medical assistant and as a phlebotomist.
“Logan continues to give back by allowing our current patient care technician students a clinical site setting at his facility,” said Billie Fields-Baer, patient care technician program coordinator for Tri-Rivers. “Logan is living out our mission of contributing, advancing, and succeeding.”
After graduation, he began his career at Memorial Hospital of Union County in Marysville, where he utilized his medical assisting, medical administrative assisting, patient care technician and phlebotomy certifications. He then pursued a career as a phlebotomist at The Ohio Reformatory for Women (ORW). During his time at ORW, he was promoted to lead phlebotomist, and director of the phlebotomy lab. Currently, Mitchell is employed by Quest Diagnostic, where he is a phlebotomist in a private physician’s office.
Candice DeWitt is a graduate of the Career Center’s business program. When Candice was a student at Tri-Rivers, the business program was a combination of business/computer programming/hardware modules. She became the lead website designer for NuWave Media/Marion Online, then started Neighborhood Image and purchased Marion Online in 2010. She also worked as the fiscal specialist for the Delaware County Auditor’s Office from 2009-2016.
“Candice is truly MarionMade and a blessing to the community. She is a Tri-Rivers success story,” said Ellen Bryant Messenger, director of communications.
In 2016 she became the budget director for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and accepted the challenge and responsibility of managing the day-to-day financials of the multiple departments at the sheriff’s office. In December she was named “Civilian of the Year” by the Sheriff’s Department.
Dylon Caudill is a graduate of Tri-Rivers’ engineering technologies program. Caudill first attended the Vex Robotics World Championships in Anaheim, California, as a high school senior, and then as a college student at Marion Technical College. While in college he also worked for Ridgedale Schools as their information technology expert and helped their Vex Robotics team. Two years ago, the Ohio Vex leadership team recommended him to the Robotics Engineering Competition Foundation to be the Ohio representative.
Caudill now travels around the world helping with professional development, camps and competitions. This year, with his leadership, Ohio now has more than 400 Vex Robotic teams and there are 18,000 teams worldwide.
“It is hard to believe how much this young man has accomplished in his 22 years,” said said Chuck Speelman, Tri-Rivers superintendent.
Earned Industry Certifications=HS Diploma
/in High School News/by web editorClick here for the 2019-20 Certifications Catalog
There are now two components of graduation requirements: credits & assessments
1. The credit component requires all students to successfully complete a minimum of 20 high school credits—(local boards can increase this amount.)
2. The assessment component provides teens three ways to be eligible for a high school diploma. He or she must minimally meet one of the three pathways to earn an Ohio diploma:
PATHWAY 1:
At TRI-RIVERS—in-demand industry credential(s) & passing WorkKeys
At Tri-Rivers teens can earn their graduation points by attaining a state approved, industry-recognized credential or group of credentials in a single career field and a workforce readiness score on WorkKeys, a nationally recognized job skills assessment or
PATHWAY 2:
Points on Ohio State Tests
Earn 18 out of 35 points on seven end-of-course state tests. You can earn up to five points on each test. You need a minimum of four points in math, four points in English language arts and six points across science and social studies or
PATHWAY 3:
College and career readiness tests
Earn remediation-free scores* in math and English language arts on the ACT or SAT. Your district chooses either the ACT or SAT. You will take one-time statewide spring test in grade 11 for free. *Ohio’ university presidents set these scores, which are subject to change.
How can a student earn a high school diploma under the “credential” Option?
In order to qualify for a diploma under the credential option, a student needs to do two things:
• Earn a minimum score (to be determined by the Ohio Department of Education) on WorkKeys—a three-sections work readiness test that many employers use.
• Earn an ODE industry-recognized credential or a group of credentials totaling12 points.
Can a student mix and match credentials?
Yes, a student may choose any combination of credentials that total to 12 points within a single career field. Students can consult with a counselor, teacher, or other professional to aid in choosing the bundle of credentials that best suits their career aspirations.
Why can’t a student mix and match credentials from different career fields?
The goal is for students to exit high school with a coherent bundle of credentials that leads to meaningful employment or post-secondary options. For example, obtaining a Taser certification (for law enforcement) along with a couple of IT certifications and the ServSafe (for food handlers) as a bundle would not have an obvious use or application in the workforce.
Construction Trades Invites Employers for Lunch
/in High School News, HS News Archives/by web editorConstruction Trades Academy invites employers and vendors to “SNOW DAYS” Tuesday, December 12, 2017 anytime between 8:15am and 2:45 pm to meet the programs’ Construction Trades students—the next generation of the professional construction trades workforce. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP to
Construction Trades Academy offers:
Open House Thursday, Dec. 7, 5:30-7:30pm
/in High School News, HS News Archives/by web editorTri-Rivers Open House—Focus on Your Future Night—will be Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017, 5:30-7:30pm The event is open to the public.
During the evening all Career Tech labs will be open with demonstrations and contests, refreshment and door prizes.
During the evening sophomores are encouraged to apply online in the Computer Lab, with assistance from Student Services personnel, in order to get into the program of their choice for 2018-19. We also encourage 8th, and 9th graders and their families to attend to learn more about Tri-Rivers and the programs offered.
Modern Career Tech Schools and programs are designed to prepare students for success. We empower students to learn a skill while in high school, in addition to opportunities for earning FREE college credits and industry-recognized credentials. This sets students on a career pathway that gives them options after graduation. Career Tech is now viewed as a smarter pathway to career success.
Two programs are also open to students who will be sophomores next fall—Engineering Technologies and Construction Trades Academy.
New programs this year include: International Business Academy and Teacher Academy
Students in the International Business program will have the opportunity to become the global leaders that this society needs! Besides the studies in business, economics, ethics, marketing students will also learn about new cultures and societies and laws and perspectives. This knowledge will certainly make them a more appealing prospective employees in this global world.
The Teacher Academy lab will be located in a large modern classroom with large planning and work areas at Dayspring Wesleyan Church, across from Tri-Rivers. Teacher Academy gives students an authentic look at becoming an educator. Beginning with classroom instruction on different learning styles and classroom methods, students will progress to working side by side with a teacher/mentor in the classroom.
Other programs to visit include: Advanced Machining, Ag & Industrial Power Technology, Automotive Technology, CNET (Computer Networking), Construction Trade Academy, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Digital Media & Entertainment, Engineering Technologies, Esthetics (Skin Care), Health Careers Academy, Veterinary Science and Welding.
Santa’s Lil Shoppe will also be open Thursday, 3:30-7:30pm. Our elves will assist youngsters while they do their holiday shopping. Santa will be there for photos 5-7pm. Santa’s Lil Shoppe will also be open: Friday, Dec. 8, 3:30-7:30pm and Saturday, 10am-4pm. Santa will be there 5-7 pm on Friday and Noon to 3pm on Saturday. Photos are $5 each.
Rep. Pelanda visits to discuss Robotics Tech pilot program
/in High School News, HS News Archives/by web editorRepresentative Dorothy Pelanda visits Tri-Rivers RAMTEC to discuss the RAMTEC Robotics Technician Training (RRTT) pilot program with L to R Mark Edington, Larry Hickman, and Ritch Ramey. Rep. Pelanda has been a very important supporter of Career Technology Education (CTE).
She recently sponsored a bill to guarantee students will be exposed to CTE program options at all Ohio Schools.
The RRTT program will help create entry level robotics technicians with FANUC, Yaskawa Motoman and OSHA 10 certifications in 15 days of training. These new Robotic Techs would help fill the critical shortage of these great paying careers in Central Ohio.
Fall Robotics Camp Nov. 22–Register Now!
/in High School News, HS News Archives/by web editorTri-Rivers RAMTEC will be holding a Fall Robotics Camp, November 22, 10am-2:3opm at RAMTEC.
The camp is open to students in grades 6th through 10th.
Students will rotate through the following sessions: Yaskaw Motoman Robotics Operation; FANUC Robotics Operation; NAO Humanoid Robot; Universal Robot and 3D Printing.
Cost of the camp is $20. All participants will receive a T-shirt and pizza for lunch. Fifty participants will be accepted.
To register call Holly Ramey at 740-389-8590 or email: Registration Form is Below.
RAMTEC Fall Camp form 2017
Culinary & Business Collaborate: Making French Cuisine
/in High School News, HS News Archives/by web editorThe Culinary Arts students practiced the art of making crêpes and then the Business Communications students joined them in kitchen to learn the process. “Crêpes are made by pouring a batter onto a frying pan or flat circular hot plate, often with a trace of butter or vegetable oil on the pan’s surface. The batter is spread evenly over the cooking surface of the pan or plate either by tilting the pan or by distributing the batter with a spatula. Cooking takes 30 to 60 seconds, then it is turned over to cook the other side. You can flip it in the air by swinging the pan,” explained Chef Hamm. “Some of the students were actually pretty good at flipping the crêpes.”
“When students learn from students, it really is wonderful thing,” said Chef Hamm. “Both my Culinary Arts students and Mrs. Arehart’s Business Communications students did an amazing job for together.”
Arehart said her students not only learned how to make crêpes and all about savory types of fillings for the pancake-like creations, but they also had the opportunity to sample macaroons and French onion soup made by the Culinary Arts students. “They were also introduced to what it would look like to eat in a French restaurant with four forks at each place setting,” said Arehart.
“It was as much fun for the Culinary Arts students as it was for the Business Communications students,” said Principal Carol Bebout. “I loved seeing how as peers the Culinary Arts students shared how to make the food and the Business Communications students really listened and asked questions. ”
Bebout said, “Collaborative projects like this one have such a positive impact on students.”