MVCTC Students Present at 2025 Tech Prep Showcase
Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) students demonstrated innovation, collaboration, and technical skill during the 2025 Tech Prep Showcase, held April 8 at Sinclair College. Hosted by the Miami Valley Tech Prep Consortium, the event provided students with the opportunity to present contextual learning projects that reflect the knowledge and hands-on experience gained through their Career Technical Education (CTE) programs.
The annual Showcase featured student-led projects across 15 Ohio career pathways, including Animal Science, Exercise Science, Natural Resources, Information Technology, Health Science, and more. Student teams of 2–5 participants delivered 5–7 minute presentations, evaluated by a panel of judges from education, business, industry, and labor. Projects were scored based on a detailed rubric covering research and development, work-based learning, academic and technical skills, professional relationships, and presentation abilities.
MVCTC students earned multiple honors across several categories, including a Best in Show award in Animal Science and Management – a testament to their dedication and professionalism.
MVCTC 2025 Tech Prep Showcase Results:
Animal Science and Management – Group A
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1st Place – What is the Impact of Music on the Equine Industry? Team Members - Ceaira Walden (Veterinary Science / Northmont), Samantha Bargam (Veterinary Science / Tipp City)
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2nd Place – Cat Paw Dominance and Social Behavior Team Members - Rogelio Rodriguez (Veterinary Science / West Carrollton), Benjamin Todd (Veterinary Science / Twin Valley South)
Animal Science and Management – Group B
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Best in Show / 1st Place – Effects of Protein Percentage on Marbling and Carcass Quality Team Members - Katelyn Hall (Veterinary Science / Miami East), Caleb Eversole (Veterinary Science / Valley View)
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2nd Place – What is the Best Halter for Basic Movements Asked of a Horse? Team Members - Abigail Seitz (Veterinary Science / Chaminade-Julienne), Emily Bodzek (Veterinary Science / Miamisburg)
Exercise Science and Sports Medicine – Group A
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2nd Place – Does KT Tape Improve Speed and Power? Team Members - Rilee Norris (Sports Medicine / Greenville), Kolden Egbert (Sports Medicine / Bethel)
Exercise Science and Sports Medicine – Group C
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1st Place – Mindset of a Champion Team Members - Sarah Abner (Sports Medicine / Eaton), Alexa Hampton-Izor (Sports Medicine / Brookville)
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2nd Place – Does the Type of Warmup Affect Performance? Team Members - Delaney Franck (Sports Medicine / Bethel), Aubrey Andel (Sports Medicine / Brookville)
Natural Resource Management – Group A
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1st Place – Burn, Baby, Burn Team Members - Grant Heiser (Natural Resource Management / Eaton), Chad Martin (Natural Resource Management / Miamisburg), Easton Moreland (Natural Resource Management / Preble-Shawnee)
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2nd Place – How Weather Affects Bass Fishing Team Members - Will Beisner (Natural Resource Management / Arcanum-Butler), Matthew McCans (Natural Resource Management / Arcanum-Butler), Kris Eilerman (Natural Resource Management / Eaton), Murphy Gantt (Natural Resource Management / Franklin Monroe), Aden Jackson (Natural Resource Management / Arcanum-Butler)
Natural Resource Management – Group B
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1st Place – The Impact of Education on Students’ Attitudes Toward Shark Conservation Presenter - Briley Barton (Natural Resource Management / Tipp City)
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2nd Place – Invasive Birds Are Driving Bats Batty Team Members - Samm Moller (Natural Resource Management / Miamisburg), Gaby Brown (Natural Resource Management / Arcanum-Butler)
MVCTC is proud of the creativity, research, and real-world application displayed by all participating students. Events like the Tech Prep Showcase offer valuable experience, allowing students to refine communication skills, explore career pathways, and connect with peers and professionals in their field of interest.
Congratulations to all MVCTC participants and winners for representing their programs and school with excellence!
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