NTHS Spring Induction Ceremony held

The Spring 2011 National Technical Honor Society NTHS) Induction Ceremony was held Tuesday, May 10, 2011. Eleven students received the highest award for excellence in career and technical education during evening event attended by students, TRCC staff, associate school staff, parents and friends.
New inductees included: Carolyn Amos, Ceslie Eblin, Joshua Franklin, Richard Haines, Stormee McHargue, Ellyn Partlow, Dillon Quigley, Diana Rausch, Deana Risch, Shayna Wells and Alivia Young.

The outgoing Seniors received their cords, which they will wear for graduation. Seniors included: Samanta Blanton, Tracy Elliott, Shirley Evans, Destini Fogle, Megan Lucas, Jessica Moore, Brandon Parks, Jonikka Shepherd and Andre South.

NTHS honors student achievement and leadership, promotes educational excellence, and enhances career opportunities for the NTHS.

Kelsie Ross, a NTHS alum, was the featured entertainer. Superintendent Charles Speelman gave the evening address to a full auditorium.

More photos are on facebook.

Patient Care Technician Students Graduate

“The 2011 Patient Care Technician Graduation was held Thursday, May 5, 2011 in the Giauque Auditorium. “We want to thank Lori McGuire, the program coordinator and all of our instructors who became are friends and mentors,” said Melissa Albright, the class speaker.

The program, which is seven years old, according to McGuire, is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in 10 different skilled healthcare professions. Some of the graduates plan to purse LPNs, other are starting new positions and some are going to use their newly acquired skills in current positions or to seek new positions.

Graduates included: Melissa Albright, Ashley Aldridge, Tricia Carlyle, Susan Carwile, Regina Dunham, Dawn Gray, John Henkel*, Kathryn Keller*, Katelyn Lanker, Andrea Lohr, Dawn Marie McLeod, Logan Mitchell*, Vicky Musselman, Jessica Rowe, Marilyn Stinson and Tasha White. (*denotes part-time students)

Awards included:

• Excellence in Medical Coding and the Peer Award—Melissa Albright.
• Excellence in Phlebotomy–Susan Carwile and Vicky Musselman.
• Excellence in Clinical Rotation Performance—Dawn Marie McLeod, John Henkel and Tricia Carlyle.

McQuire said all of the students who took the Home Health Certification passed, including: Albright, Carlyle, Carwile, Dunham, Gray, Keller, Lanker, Lohr, McLeod, Mitchell, Musselman, Rowe, Stinson and White.

 

 

 

 

 

Salute to “Nurses Trusted to Care”

Tri-Rivers joins the American Nurses Association in celebrating Nurses Trusted to Care as part of the National Nurses Week, May 6-12. We salute the dedication & commitment of the nearly 3.1 million nurses nationwide.

We’re proud to recognize nurses everywhere for the quality work they provide seven days a week, 365 days a year. We are especially proud of the Healthcare Professionals students and Health Technologies students who plan to become nurses, the graduates of our Adult Nursing programs and the dedicated, caring instructors who guide them to success! We are also thankful to have Nurse Sandy Redd as our school nurse.

Ramey to join ITEST Team in Washington DC

Tri-Rivers Engineering Instructor Ritch Ramey will be part of the National Science Foundation’s ITEST grant review team in Washington DC this summer.

“This will allow me to see how the grant process works and hopefully bring future robotics and STEM funding to our programs at Tri-Rivers, Marion Technical College and the surrounding area,” explained Ramey.

Ramey will be asked to read proposals and write reviews of about 10 proposals and then enter them in FastLane, the National Science Foundation (NSF) online proposal/review system. According to Robert E. Gibbs, NSF Program Director, it takes 1 to 2 hours to read a proposal and write a review.

This is a great opportunity for Mr. Ramey and will benefit our Engineering Program in many ways.

 

NTHS Induction Spring 2011

The Spring National Technical  Honor Society NTHS) Tapping Ceremony (induction)  was held Wednesday, May 5, 2011. Eleven students received the highest award for excellence in career and technical education.

Under the direction of their adviser, Bill Karcher, the current NTHS students and several staff members went around the building collecting this year’s inductees, blindfolding them, and leading them on a walk that ended in the auditorium. They then removed their blindfolds and were welcomed and congratulated.

New inductees include: Carolyn Amos, Ceslie Eblin, Joshua Franklin, Richard Haines, Stormee McHargue, Ellyn Partlow, Dillon Quigley, Diana Rausch, Deana Risch, Shayna Wells and Alivia Young.

NTHS honors student achievement and leadership, promotes educational excellence, and enhances career opportunities for the NTHS membership.

 

Samantha Blanton receives award

Samantha Blanton was selected as one of the Marion Star/Buffalo Wild Wings Most Valuable Students of the Month. Samantha is a senior in the Healthcare Professions program. Her home school is Ridgedale. We’re proud of you Samantha!

Megan Lucas wins gold

Megan Lucas received a gold medal at the State FCCLA Skills event for  her project  Skyping with South Korean students.

She was a state qualifier. She also received a $4,000 scholarship to Sullivan University. She is a senior in the Early Childhood Education Program.

Marion Farmers’ Market moves to Tri-Rivers

Marion Farmers’ Market has moved to Tri-Rivers!  Every Thursday, May through October, 3 pm to 6pm, the group will offer “Farm Fresh Quality Locally Grown Products” in the Career Center’s West Parking Lot.

Tri-Rivers is excited to work with the Marion Farmers’ Market. Be sure to stop by and check out what’s offered.

Tri-Rivers Plant Sale

Tri-Rivers Annual Plant sale is coming up Saturday, April 30 and Saturday, May 7, 2014—9am-3pm. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Approximately 100 varieties of annuals grown by the students.  These include 8 types of tomatoes, 4 types of peppers, broccoli as well as a host of annual flowers.  We will also have herbs and perennials.

Cell Pack Annual Flowering Crops—$10/flat or $1.00/3-cell pack or $1.50/4 cell pack. (prices subject to change)—Ageratum, Alyssum, Begonia, Coleus, Dianthus, Dusty Miller, Gazania, Impatiens, Lobelia, Marigold, Nicotiana, Pansy, Petunia, Portulaca, Salvia, Snapdragon, Verbena and Viola.

Vegetables—Broccoli, Peppers, Tomatoes and more.

Great Selection!! Stop by.

 

Tri-Rivers 35th FFA Banquet honors accomplishments

Students and staff members were recognized during the 35th Tri-Rivers FFA Chapter Banquet held April 14, 2011 in the Tri-Rivers Multi-Purpose Room. 

Star Students:
• Stephanie Deem, Senior Floral Design—accepted at Bowling Green State University.
• Bobbie Mehaffey, Junior Floral Design; her goal is to become an FFA officer next year.
• Sean Mosher,  Senior Ag & Industrial Power; he is enrolled in the Ohio Technical College’s Power Sports Program.• Ellyn Partlow, Junior Ag & Industrial Power; her goal is to work for the Mercantile Exchange in Chicago.
• Brandon Parks, not pictured, Landscaping/Garden Center—accepted at Ohio State’s ATI Campus.

• Star Junior—Ellyn Partlow, who is the current secretary. She is involved in Ambassador Club, TI Campus Board, Regular TI, and Teen Board.

• Star Chapter Award—Justin Dilsaver, who has been a class leader and role model. Has participated in State FFA Convention, Chapter Officer Retreat, Fall Taxonomy Camp, CTSO Camp, and chapter vice president.

Ag Credit 110% award presented to Adam Breece by Chuck Yoder.

Ag Credit & 110% Award—Adam Breece, who is currently the chapter treasurer. Adam received state recognition for his treasurer’s book.

DeKalb Agricultural Accomplishment Award
• Brandon Parks. This award recognizes grades, character, SAE and FFA activities.

Outstanding Attendance Awards (Missed 3 or less days)
• Eric Hines, Jr., Deana Risch, Henry Carroll, Ricky Pennington, Alexandria Tigner, Darren Authement, Mysteria Bishop, Adam Breece.

Perfect Attendance Awards
• Ellyn Partlow, Sami  Young, Kaitlyn Kerr and Brandon Parks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Honorary Degrees:
These are degrees given to individuals who support FFA with their time and expertise.
• 2011 Recipients were Superintendent Charles Speelman, Administrative Assistant Linda Rode, and
Student Aide Diane Weaver.