MVCTC Satellite Summary - October 2024

11/04/2024

Eaton MVCTC Satellite Receives Grant for Preble County Ag STEM Day

The Eaton-MVCTC program has been awarded an Ohio FFA Foundation Chapter Success Grant to enhance agricultural education in Preble County. This grant will fund the purchase of 450 agriculture-themed children's books for county third graders to promote agricultural literacy. The selected book, "How Did That Get In My Lunchbox?" will be distributed to young students, fostering an early appreciation for agriculture. 

 

Miamisburg MVCTC Students Create Robot Drag-Racers

Students in the Miamisburg MVCTC Satellite STEM Robotics class are applying their knowledge of mechanisms and programming by constructing drag-racing cars. This hands-on project integrates theoretical learning with practical application, combining elements of engineering and programming. 

 

Huber Heights MVCTC Construction Technology Students Excel

Wayne MVCTC's Satellite Construction Technology seniors have made a strong start to the year thanks to valuable summer work experiences that have boosted their confidence and skills. Current projects include collaboration with HVAC and Welding classes, constructing a memorial bench, and ongoing work on mini houses in the lab.

 

Huber Heights MVCTC Welding Students Create Aiden's Memory Bench

The Wayne MVCTC Welding students dedicated themselves to crafting a memory bench for Aiden, a beloved community member. This project showcases their welding skills and serves a significant purpose. The bench frame was completed by students Trevor Sherwood and William Ganion, who noted, "This bench is more than just a place to sit; it's a tribute to Aiden's impact on our lives and a reminder to honor his memory by living with the same positivity he shared with us." Wayne MVCTC Welding class is also creating a plaque that will read "Live Like Aiden."

 

Miamisburg and MVCTC Launch New 7th-Grade Design & Modeling Program

The new Design & Modeling MVCTC satellite program at Miamisburg Middle School actively engages 7th-grade students in engineering fundamentals. Highlights include an air skimmer project where students applied their learning to design, build, and test devices, fostering critical thinking and STEM applications. 

 

Huber Heights MVCTC Weisenborn Students Making News

Eighth-grade students in the MVCTC satellite program at Weisenborn have embraced a new initiative in career technical education through a recently established video production lab. This program enables 14 students to produce a daily news show, gaining hands-on experience in various production roles, including scriptwriting, filming, and editing. This practical approach allows for immediate feedback and promotes skills such as responsibility and initiative.

 

Montgomery County ESC (MCESC) MVCTC Learning Center North Fire Extinguisher Training

MCESC MVCTC Learning Center North students participated in a fire extinguisher training session led by Fire Marshall Kevin Monroe in collaboration with the Harrison Township Fire Department. This hands-on training emphasized fire safety and preparedness, equipping students with essential real-world skills and fostering community awareness about fire prevention.

 

Miamisburg MVCTC Career Connections

Eighth-grade students in the MVCTC satellite Career Connections program culminated their unit on agricultural careers with a field trip to Young's Jersey Dairy. The visit included tours of the farm's facilities, insights into dairy production, and a chance to meet the animals, enhancing their understanding of agriculture in a fun, engaging setting. 

 

Northmont MVCTC Middle School Students Visited by Innovator Robotics

Innovator Robotics visited the MVCTC Satellite Project Lead the Way (PLTW) classes at Northmont Middle School, showcasing a FIRST Robotics Competition robot built by former students. This demonstration inspired current students and served to recruit members for the 2025 competition team. The event highlighted the real-world applications of skills acquired in their PLTW courses, engaging students in robotics and engineering possibilities.