Penta Career Center

On Thursday, we gave our Job Training students a fun send-off as they headed to the DECA Diamonds competition at Cuyahoga Valley Career Center! Penta classmates lined the halls to cheer them on, wish them luck, and celebrate them before they left. We can’t wait for the results, so stay tuned for more details soon! #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Mark your calendars: Voting for the Penta-Otsego “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing” Video is ONLY open March 25, 26, 27. Stay tuned for the link! #WSCMnwOHIO #SuccessReady #PentaPride

Lights, camera, manufacturing! 🎬 Over the past several months, students from the Penta–Otsego Career Connections program have been working behind the scenes on a film for the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” contest. Through this project, students partnered with SmartSolve and stepped into the role of a real production crew: conducting interviews, capturing footage of advanced machinery, and editing their film to tell the story of modern manufacturing. The contest highlights the many high-tech careers in manufacturing and the important role these industries play in our community. The team has poured a lot of hard work into this project and will soon be asking for the community’s support as they compete for the Viewer’s Choice Award. Stay tuned! We look forward to sharing more. 🎥 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Congratulations to an outstanding team of Penta-Anthony Wayne Marketing Education students who earned an incredible award through DECA! Arjun Jayaraman, Aradhya Muthumula, and Andrew (AJ) Rea earned FIRST PLACE in the nation in one of DECA’s Corporate Challenges! 👏 The team developed a marketing campaign designed to promote careers in the energy industry to Gen Z audiences, with portions of their content even filmed right here at Penta. Their creativity, strategy, and hard work truly paid off with this top national honor. They will officially receive the coveted DECA Glass on stage at DECA’s International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Atlanta this April. We’re incredibly proud of their achievement and can’t wait to celebrate them again at ICDC. 🏆 ▶️ Watch their winning video here: youtu.be/wysrBYbB4w0?si… #PentaPride #SuccessReady

If you enjoy storytelling, cameras, and bringing ideas to life on screen, Digital Video Production could be the perfect fit! 🎥 In this program, students learn the technical side of television and media production while creating real video and audio projects from concept to completion. You’ll work with professional equipment, explore sound engineering and lighting, and collaborate with classmates to produce films, documentaries, music videos, sportscasts, and newscasts in both studio and remote settings. Students also build knowledge through courses like Video Production, Video Broadcast, Media Arts Writing, and the Business of Arts and Communications while preparing for careers in broadcast media, film production, audio engineering, and digital content creation. High School Applications for the upcoming school year are open now. Apply at pentacareercenter.org/apply. #PentaPride #SuccessReady

We’re honored to have been voted Best Career-Technical High School in the region in the Toledo City Paper’s 2025 Best of Toledo awards. For 60 years, Penta Career Center has been preparing students for successful futures through career-focused education and real-world learning opportunities. To our students, staff, partners, and community: thank you for supporting Penta and believing in the power of career-technical education! Interested in being part of the next generation of #SuccessReady students? Apply today for Fall 2026 at pentacareercenter.org. #PentaPride

It’s Dental Assistants Recognition Week! 🦷 We’re proud to celebrate the students currently enrolled in Penta’s Dental Assistant programs, both in High School and Adult Education, as well as the many alumni who are making a difference in dental offices and healthcare settings every day. Thank you to all of the dental assistants who play such an important role in the world of healthcare! #PentaPride #SuccessReady

The future of power and technology is already taking shape in Penta’s new Modern Power Technology program. High school students work with real tools and equipment, learning about microgrid power generation, air mobility and drones, automation systems, and electric vehicle installation and maintenance. The result is practical experience that prepares them for in-demand careers in electrical and advanced technology fields. Sophomores interested in enrolling in the Modern Power Technology program for the 2026–2027 school year can apply online: pentacareercenter.org/ExplorePenta.a…

Students from Penta’s Teaching Professions program teamed up with Phlebotomy students at the Holland-Springfield Regional Campus for some practice ahead of the upcoming Educators Rising State Competitions. Working together allowed students to run through scenarios and prepare for their events as they get ready to represent Penta at the state level! 👏 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

We’re proud to celebrate our students’ success at the recent BPA State Leadership Conference! 👏 A group of 28 students and four dedicated staff advisors represented Penta Career Center with professionalism and talent. Special congratulations to Astren Stevenson (Digital Art & Design), who earned 3rd place in Advanced Desktop Publishing; Karena Rose (Medical Office Management), who placed 3rd in Medical Coding; and John Simpson (Medical Office Management), who captured 1st place in Health Administration Procedures. All three are headed to BPA Nationals in Nashville, Tennessee this May! We’re also excited to recognize the Video Production team from Digital Video Production and our Website Design team from the Information Technologies Academy for finishing Top 10 in their events. View the full list of results here: bit.ly/3PcDBSc #PentaPride #SuccessReady

This week, we proudly celebrate National School Social Worker Week and the incredible impact of Jenny Asmar and Connie White! Every day, Jenny and Connie are a steady, caring presence for our students, offering support, guidance, and a safe space when it’s needed most. Thank you, Jenny and Connie, for all you do! #PentaPride #SuccessReady

In celebration of CTE Month, we’re honored to recognize four exceptional Penta Career Center students for their commitment to excellence in Career Technical Education. Through hands-on learning, leadership, and active involvement in their programs, they exemplify the drive and determination that define CTE. We’re proud to celebrate their achievements and the positive impact they make within their programs and across campus. #CTEMonth #SuccessReady

Last evening, Penta Career Center honored eight exceptional graduates at the Outstanding Alumni Award banquet, recognizing former students who are thriving in meaningful, successful careers. ✨ Nicole (Cotterman) Daniels (Marketing Education, Class of 1999 - Bowling Green) serves as Executive Director of Otterbein SeniorLife Green Hills in West Liberty, Ohio, where she leads senior living operations and community care initiatives. ✨ Derek D. Hastings (Engineering Tech Prep, Class of 2000 - Maumee) is a Project Coordinator for National Enclosure Company, LLC in Ypsilanti, Michigan, helping oversee engineering-focused construction projects. ✨ Kendallyn Jacobs (Marketing Education, Class of 2012 - Maumee) works as the Human Resources Manager at Rudolph Libbe Group, supporting workforce development and organizational growth. ✨ Megan (Bitter) Keefer (Teaching Professions, Class of 2009 - Woodmore) is a Senior Youth Pre-Employment Specialist with Bridges from School to Work in New York City, guiding students toward meaningful employment opportunities. ✨ Farrah (Doyle) McGowan (Accounting, Class of 1995 - Lake) serves as Vice President of Retail Operations for Bay Area Credit Union, leading financial services teams and community banking efforts. ✨ Hortencia Perez (Early Childhood Education, Class of 2014 - Bowling Green) is a Preschool Technician in the Early Learning Center at Penta Career Center, supporting young learners during their foundational years and mentoring high school students. ✨ Heather (Little) Spratt (Cosmetology, Class of 1993 - Swanton) is an Inspector for the Ohio State Cosmetology & Barber Board, helping uphold professional standards across the industry. ✨ Gary Vollmar (Gas & Diesel Engine Systems, Class of 2004 - Otsego) is Head Mechanic for the transportation department at Anthony Wayne Local Schools, ensuring student transportation operates safely and efficiently. Since the award began in 1993, 187 alumni have been recognized for demonstrating the long-term impact of career-technical education, and this year’s recipients continue that proud tradition. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the example they set for current and future students! 🎉 #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Penta’s High School Dental Assistant program gives you the skills to step confidently into the world of dentistry. 🦷 Students gain hands-on experience in laboratory procedures, radiology, chair-side assisting, and dental office management, preparing for responsible roles in both general and specialized dental practices. You’ll work with the same specialized equipment used by professionals while learning how to prepare patients, instruments, and treatment areas for a wide range of procedures. Coursework includes Medical and Dental Office Technology, Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, Dental Technology, and Dental Radiography, with cost-free college credit opportunities available. High School Applications for the 2026–2027 school year are open. Apply now at apply.pentacareercenter.org #PentaPride #SuccessReady

February is Dental Health Month, and our Dental Assistant students marked the occasion in a meaningful way 🦷 On February 20, they invited classmates from other Penta programs to attend an engaging and informative presentation focused on the importance of good dental hygiene. Presenting three times throughout the day, students covered topics such as tooth decay, gum disease, braces, common bad habits, and more. To make learning fun, they included interactive contests with healthy snack prizes for correct answers, and everyone left with a free toothbrush to put their knowledge into practice. Excellent job to our Dental Assistant students for educating their peers and promoting healthy habits across campus! #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Penta was proud to sponsor the Focus on Business Member Luncheon hosted by the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce on February 18. As part of the event, we brought students from our Modern Power Technology program to experience a professional business setting and connect with regional leaders. Our students were recognized and introduced by Dean Monske, President and CEO of the Regional Growth Partnership, and had the opportunity to hear remarks from Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz. It was a great opportunity to showcase our students, highlight workforce-ready programs, and connect education with the business community! #PentaPride #SuccessReady

Join us Wednesday, March 25 from 4–6 PM at Penta’s Holland-Springfield Regional Campus (1205 Corporate Drive, Holland, OH) to explore exciting 1-Year programs for high school seniors. Learn more about: 🔬 Phlebotomy 🤖 Robotics & Automated Systems 🔧 Plumbing/HVAC Juniors interested in enrolling in one of these programs for their senior year, can meet instructors, tour the labs, and see how you can earn industry credentials, gain hands-on experience, and build real-world skills, all while still in high school. We can’t wait to see you there! Discover your passion and take the next step toward your future. #PentaPride #SuccessReady

A little kindness goes a long way! Earlier this month, our Job Training and Exercise Science & Sports Medicine students teamed up to create more than 100 handmade Valentines for residents at a local nursing home. We’re so proud of our students for taking the time to brighten someone else’s day. At Penta, supporting and serving our community is always in season. #PentaPride #SuccessReady

We’re proud to recognize three outstanding students from the Penta-Maumee Marketing Education program for their impactful community awareness project focused on Human Trafficking Awareness. Caris Wedge and Teagan Kennedy spent the past several months visiting classrooms and schools to educate peers about myths vs. facts, statistics, warning signs, risk factors, and available resources. In January, they also presented to the Marketing Education program at Penta. Owen Tolbert, also a student in the Penta-Maumee Marketing Education program, played an important role in developing the project and supporting the team’s efforts behind the scenes, contributing to the research, planning, and overall execution of the initiative. The team will present their project at the 2026 Ohio DECA Career Development Conference in Columbus today, and there’s even more to celebrate: after applying for a Small Grant through Lead4Change, DECA’s national partner, they were recently awarded a $10,000 grant to support their initiative. We are incredibly proud of Caris, Teagan, and Owen for using their leadership and marketing skills to make a meaningful impact in our community.