Penta Career Center

That’s a wrap on another incredible school year at Penta! 🎉🎓 From hands-on learning and career exploration to competitions, certifications, accomplishments and unforgettable memories, this year was filled with moments that challenged our students to grow and opportunities that prepared them for what comes next. As the hallways quiet down and summer begins, we are celebrating everything our students, staff and school community accomplished together. Thank you for making this year one to remember. Have a safe, relaxing and well-deserved summer break, Penta! ☀️ #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Congratulations to Brenda Strauss, Penta's Teacher of the Year! 🎉 Since joining Penta in 2014, Brenda has helped prepare students for meaningful careers through her work as both the high school Dental Assistant instructor and Adult Education Dental Assisting instructor. Her commitment to teaching goes beyond technical skills. She helps students build confidence, gain hands-on experience and take the next steps toward their future careers. After receiving her training through Stautzenberger College and Owens Community College, Brenda has dedicated her career to sharing her knowledge and passion with others. Today, her impact can be seen in the many students whose lives and career paths she has helped shape. Thank you, Brenda, for your dedication to students and for making a difference every day! #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Celebrating another incredible group of 2026 Penta Outstanding Students! 🌟 These students have demonstrated excellence through their hard work, creativity, leadership, and commitment to their career pathways. Congratulations to Avalynn Stearns, Ethan Hathaway, Hannah Schick, and Joseph Timm on this outstanding achievement. Your dedication and determination continue to inspire the entire Penta community, and we are excited to see where your talents take you next. 👏 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Today, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, and we are grateful for their courage and service. 🇺🇸

Congratulations to the 2026 Teaching Professions students as they celebrate graduation and prepare for exciting futures in education and beyond! 🍎🎓 Our morning class graduates include Erin Harte (Perrysburg), Yuri Matthews (Perrysburg), and Joey Caughorn (Genoa). Erin will attend Miami University, while Yuri and Joey will continue their education at Bowling Green State University. Our afternoon class graduates include Roya Rahimi (Anthony Wayne), Molly Boblitt (Bowling Green), Jade Thornton (Eastwood), Samantha Dutridge (Perrysburg), Meghan Donnelly (Anthony Wayne), Isabella Conrad (Perrysburg), and Lauren Frobose (Eastwood). All will be attending Bowling Green State University. Roya Rahimi was also recognized as the 2026 Outstanding Student for Teaching Professions. Not pictured is Faith Martel (Otsego) who will attend Bowling Green State University. We are so proud of these students and cannot wait to see the impact they make in the future! 👏 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Penta’s Career Based Intervention program in Northwood held a senior send-off to celebrate the students as they prepare for their next chapter! 🎓 Students from Perrysburg, Northwood, and Rossford came together to celebrate their accomplishments, friendships, and all they have achieved throughout their time in the program. Wishing all of these seniors the very best in the future! 👏 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Laura Frank-Brown (Rossford) from our Automotive Collision Repair program put her creativity and future goals on full display through this incredible custom-painted hood project! 🎨 Representing her plans to join the Air Force National Guard, Laura used airbrushing techniques and layered paint effects to create an awesome scene full of detail and personal meaning. The final result showcases not only her artistic talent, but also the passion and vision behind her work. Check out the finished look! 👏 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Penta Career Center recently recognized several dedicated staff members during this year’s retirement ceremony, celebrating the lasting impact they have made on students, staff, and the entire Penta community throughout their careers. 🎉 Those retiring this year include: • Rebecca Stutz, Marketing Education instructor at the Penta-Anthony Wayne Marketing Education program — 33 years at Penta. • David Sawicki, Welding instructor — 36 years at Penta. • Merl Creps, Operations staff member — 10 years at Penta. • Kimberly Coffman, CBI instructor — 3 years at Penta. • Nancy Stribrny, head cashier in the Food Service Department — 16 years at Penta. • Matthew Wegert, Robotics & Automated Systems instructor — 7 years at Penta. Rebecca Stutz, David Sawicki, and Merl Creps attended the ceremony and were recognized for their years of service and dedication to career technical education. Thank you to each of these individuals for the countless ways you have supported students and helped shape the Penta experience over the years. Congratulations on your retirement, and best wishes in this exciting next chapter! 👏 #PentaPride

Penta’s Drug Free Club seniors enjoyed a day at the ballpark on May 6 as they cheered on the Toledo Mud Hens at Fifth Third Field! ⚾ Students celebrated the end of their senior year with a fun afternoon of baseball, alongside staff chaperones Tricia Hornyak, admissions representative, and Jenny Northrup, secretary. Great memories and a great day at the game! 😊

Our Horticulture students are helping the community bloom! 🌿 On May 6, students planted eight large container gardens for the Wood County Agriculture Society, which will be showcased at the Wood County Fair this summer. This hands-on experience highlights the creativity, teamwork, and dedication our students bring to every project while making a lasting impact in the community. #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Penta Career Center’s Early Learning Center celebrated a special milestone on May 6 as our preschoolers took the stage for graduation! Organized by our dedicated Early Childhood Education students under the supervision of Ms. Perez and Mrs. Zak, the event showcased the creativity, confidence, and growth of our young learners. From displaying projects to singing songs and receiving graduation certificates and awards, the preschoolers filled the day with smiles and unforgettable moments. Congratulations! 🎓⭐ #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Congratulations to Luke Strow (Bowling Green), from Penta’s Construction Electricity program, who earned his State FFA Degree on May 1 in Columbus! 🌾🏅 Luke earned this distinguished honor through his supervised agricultural experience projects in cattle and soybean production, demonstrating dedication, leadership, and a strong commitment to the agricultural industry. His hard work and accomplishments reflect the amazing opportunities and experiences that FFA provides students. Congratulations, Luke, on this outstanding achievement. 👏 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

The Horticulture Department hosted its annual Plant Sale on May 5 for the public. This annual event gave students the opportunity to showcase their hard work and connect with the community. 🌱🌸 A special thank you to our Inventory & Warehouse Operations students for helping support this year’s event. Their teamwork and assistance helped make the sale a success from start to finish! 👏 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Twelve Penta students were recognized on May 14 for successfully completing the Job Training and TIES programs — an achievement built through years of dedication, growth, and hands-on experience. From internships and workplace learning opportunities at organizations such as The University of Toledo, The Toledo Zoo, Goodwill, Cintas, and many more, these students gained valuable skills that will help prepare them for future careers and continued success. Congratulations to these outstanding students and to the Class of 2026 as they continue building bright futures! ⭐ #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Our Culinary Arts juniors recently held their annual Food Truck Fest on May 7! 🍔🍰 Staff members purchased tickets and enjoyed a variety of delicious lunch options, sides, desserts, and beverages prepared and served by our talented student chefs. The event showcased not only students’ culinary skills and creativity, but also their professionalism and teamwork throughout the day. A special thank you to Mrs. Johnson, chef instructor, and Mr. Rhegness, instructional aide, for helping make the event such a success. Our staff truly appreciated the thoughtful and delicious experience. 👏 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Yesterday’s Senior Recognition Ceremonies were a meaningful celebration of hard work, growth, and achievement at Penta. We proudly recognized seniors from 16 programs across the Agriculture, Transportation, Manufacturing, Arts, Business, and Marketing career clusters as they prepare to take their next steps beyond high school! Congratulations to all of our seniors. We are excited to see where your skills, passion, and determination take you next! 🎓✨ #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Penta students delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 SkillsUSA Ohio State Championships held May 5-6 in Columbus. 🏅 Twelve students earned first-place gold medals and now qualify to compete at the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference, taking place June 1-5 in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition, six students earned silver medals and five students received bronze medals, showcasing the incredible talent, dedication, and hard work of Penta students across a variety of career and technical programs. Congratulations to all competitors and advisors on this impressive achievement. We look forward to cheering on our national qualifiers this summer! 👏 To view the full results, visit: bit.ly/4d87tZO #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Penta’s Animal Science & Conservation students are raising the bar in professional grooming, and the results speak for themselves! 🐾✂️ At the Ohio FFA State Grooming Level 2 Competition two students earned top awards with Standard Poodles. Aspen Ortega (Springfield) earned 1st place with Dahlia, while Janayah Pinkney (Otsego) secured 2nd place overall with Tucker. Competing against talented students from across the state, both demonstrated exceptional skill, confidence, and professionalism while performing the AKC Retriever Cut. Their success reflects the dedication, practice, and passion they’ve invested throughout the school year. We are incredibly proud of Aspen and Janayah for representing Penta with excellence. 🎉 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Penta proudly celebrated students from 15 programs during the Senior Recognition Ceremonies held May 12! 🎓 Students representing the Health Services, Human Services, Hospitality, and Construction career clusters were recognized for their hard work, accomplishments, and dedication throughout their time at Penta. These ceremonies honored not only their achievements in the classroom and lab, but also the skills and experiences that have prepared them for future success. Congratulations to the Class of 2026 as they take the next step toward their careers and continued education! #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Future educators are learning from one another! 💡 Penta’s Teaching Professions students recently had the opportunity to provide thoughtful feedback on final lesson projects created by Bowling Green State University juniors, just before they begin their student teaching and senior methods year. Guided by Cindy Ross, Teaching Professor in the CTE Workforce and Education Graduate Program at BGSU, this collaboration created a meaningful exchange of ideas, perspectives, and real-world classroom insight. Experiences like this not only strengthen teaching skills but also build confidence and connection as the next generation of educators prepares to lead the classroom! #PentaPride #SuccessReady