Ohio Association of Career Tech Superintendents

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight: Energy Optimizers, USA Energy Optimizers, USA is an Ohio-based company that partners with educational institutions to improve building efficiency and facility performance. Their team works closely with organizations to analyze energy use, identify savings opportunities, and support long-term facility planning. We appreciate Energy Optimizers, USA for their support of Ohio’s career-technical education community and their commitment to strengthening workforce development across the state. #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives

OACTS congratulates Dr. Philip H. Wagner on being selected as Ohio’s next State Superintendent of Public Instruction by the @SBOEOhio. With more than three decades of service to Ohio’s education community - as a school psychologist, administrator, and superintendent - Dr. Wagner brings deep experience and a strong commitment to supporting educators and students across the state. We look forward to working alongside Dr. Wagner and the Ohio State Board of Education as they continue advancing Ohio’s education workforce and strengthening opportunities for learners across our state. Congratulations, Dr. Wagner, on this well-deserved appointment! #CTE #CTEWorks #CTEOhio

In Ohio, 97.1% (43,220) of career-technical education students graduated in 2024 - an achievement that reflects the strength of Ohio’s career centers and the impact of hands-on, career-focused learning. During Career-Technical Education Month, we’re proud to highlight outcomes like these that show how CTE keeps students engaged, supported, and on track for success. By connecting education to real-world skills and clear pathways after high school, Ohio’s career-technical education programs are helping students graduate ready for what’s next. 🎓 #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives #CTEMonth

More than 166 Ohioans have completed Cybersecurity Essentials training at MCCTC through a $498,000 workforce development grant from the Ohio Department of Development! 👏 Read more: salemnews.net/news/neighborh… #CTEWorks #CTEmonth #CareerTech @MCCTC

How are Ohio Technical Centers driving the state's workforce readiness? Join us on March 4th to find out the answer to this question and more. In FY 2023, Ohio’s CTE system reported over 24,000 adult students enrolled in technical programs across OTCs. With a roughly 81% program completion rate and a 96% job placement rate , OTCs are outperforming many traditional pathways for adult learners. Join us for "The OTC Legislative Webinar: Maximizing State Investment through Ohio Technical Centers" to explore how these centers support state economic priorities and collaborate with over 1,200 employers statewide. 📅 Date: March 4th 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM 📍 Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist… #OTCs #OACTS #WorkforceDevelopment #OhioEconomy #HigherEd #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives

Congratulations to Vantage Career Center on a tremendous celebration of 50 years of student success and community impact! 🎉 We were proud to join in recognizing the innovation, dedication, and excellence that continue to define Vantage’s work in career-technical education. A special highlight of the evening was the recognition of Superintendent Rick Turner, a proud Vantage graduate. It’s inspiring to see a former student return to lead the school that helped launch his career. His full-circle journey speaks to the lasting value of career-technical education and the way it empowers students to build meaningful futures - and one day, lead the way for others. We’re honored to celebrate alongside Vantage Career Center and its leadership as they continue to shape the future workforce and strengthen their community. #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives @vccstudents

We thank @GovMikeDeWine for his ongoing support of career-technical education across Ohio and for taking the time to join us at the CTE Legislative Seminar last week. His leadership and commitment to workforce development highlight the vital role that career-technical education plays in preparing students to meet the needs of Ohio's growing economy. As we celebrate Career Technical Education Month, moments like this underscore the importance of investing in programs that connect learners to in-demand careers and strengthen Ohio's future workforce. #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives

@GovMikeDeWine @OhioACTE Thank you for your support!

Thanks to @OhioACTE and @OhioACTS for having me at their Career Tech Seminar! I discussed our work to give more students access to career tech options in Ohio. Career tech opens up a world of possibilities for our students to find what subjects they’re most passionate about!

Congrats to OMA’s Lauren Massie on her appointment to the Ohio STEM Committee by Gov. Mike DeWine. A standout leader for manufacturing, workforce and STEM in Ohio.

This Career-Technical Education Month, we’re celebrating the impact of CTE across Ohio. 👏 Career centers connect students to hands-on learning, college credit, industry credentials, and clear pathways after high school. The results speak for themselves - students are graduating with skills, confidence, and opportunities that lead to college, careers, apprenticeships, military service, and beyond. This is education that works - and changes lives.✨ See the facts here: oacts.com/article/2647797 #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives #CTEMonth

Congratulations to @BCCcareertech! 🎉 We’re proud to congratulate Buckeye Career Center on receiving CDL grant funding through the Commercial Truck Driver Student Aid Program, administered by the Ohio Department of Higher Education. This funding will help eligible students enrolled in Class A and Class B CDL programs at the American Professional Truck Driving School by Buckeye Career Center reduce the cost of training and access high-demand career opportunities in the transportation industry. With strong regional demand for commercial drivers, this investment supports both student success and Ohio’s workforce needs. #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives

During School Choice Week, Ohio’s 49 joint vocational school districts stand out as a great choice for students preparing for their future. In 2024, 94.7% of career-technical education students found success after high school through employment, continued education, apprenticeships, military service, or service programs. See the full fact sheet from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce here: oacts.com/article/2647797 #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives #SchoolChoiceWeek @OHEducation

HVAC & Plumbing educators and partners, you’re invited! Join us January 30 for facility tours, collaboration, and career connections at Tri-County Career Center 🔧 #CareerTechOhio #CTEWorks #CareerTechChangesLives

Thank you to all who serve on school boards with a special shout out to Ohio’s JVSD board members for your leadership and commitment to expanding access to career-technical education. Your service helps open doors for students across the state. #CTEWorks #OhioCTE #SchoolBoardAppreciation

On December 18, Cybersecurity students spent the day competing alongside industry pros during our CTF (Capture the Flag) challenge—building skills, networking with 28 partners, and connecting over shared conversations (and lunch) along the way. 💻🚩

As we close out the year, we thank Ohio’s career technical educators and partners for preparing learners with hands-on skills, credentials, and real-world experience. Your work strengthens Ohio’s workforce and communities. #CTEWorks #OhioCTE #CareerReady

Meet Dirk Dempsey, an Ohio educator who brings his agricultural background into the classroom using the iCEV platform. Learn how certifications from partners like BASF and Ducks Unlimited are equipping students: tinyurl.com/yhstdwbt

A connection between education and career pathways is key to fueling economic growth in Northeast Ohio. TeamNEO’s latest economic development report highlights the critical role that aligned learning opportunities play in building talent pipelines: tinyurl.com/45jy7bpz

OACTS was honored to join Upper Valley Career Center last week as they celebrated 50 years of impact and officially opened their new addition. We’re proud to celebrate with you and look forward to the next 50 years of innovation and student success!