Lorain County JVS Announcements

Lorain County JVS Announcements http://www.lcjvs.com Lorain County JVS Announcements en-us Copyright 2012, Lorain County JVS Wed, 1 Feb 2012 19:37:10 GMT Wed, 1 Feb 2012 19:37:10 GMT webmaster@lcjvs.com (Lorain County JVS) webmaster@lcjvs.com (Lorain County JVS) Lorain County JVS Announcements http://www.lcjvs.com/images/logo-jvs-sm.gif http://www.lcjvs.com 144 115 Lorain County JVS Lorain County JVS Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Open House on February 5 The Lorain County JVS Open House will be held on Sunday, February 5, from 1:30-3:30pm. Geared for 8th, 9th and 10th grade students and their parents, the JVS Open House is designed to provide attendees with an in-depth look at career-technical programs in seven different career areas: Building Trades, Business/Marketing, Community Service/Healthcare, Culinary, Manufacturing/Pre-engineering, Transportation and College Tech-Prep. Participants will have the opportunity to: - Tour our campus and visit the career-technical labs and classrooms. - Talk with teachers, current students and alumni about our programs and academic course offerings. - Review our application process and apply for enrollment with the assistance of JVS staff members. - View student demonstrations of industry-based equipment used daily in training labs. - Investigate student opportunities to develop leadership skills through involvement in career-technical youth organizations. - Learn about how the JVS Summer Internship Program can provide on-the-job training and school credit. - Explore the options for earning college credit while attending the JVS. - Learn about continuing education options after graduation including college, technical school, and apprenticeship training. In addition, the JVS Adult Career Center staff will be on hand to register adult students for spring semester classes and talk with adults interested in changing careers or upgrading their skills. Lorain County JVS is located on the corner of Routes 58 and 20 in Oberlin. For more information call the JVS at 774-1051 (Elyria, Oberlin), 986-6601 (Lorain), or email info@lcjvs.com. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=682 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:00:00 GMT Web & Graphic Design Graduate Sets the Stage for Exciting Career Andy Warhol said that everyone would be famous for fifteen minutes. If that is correct, then Briana Palacios' is planning for her moment in the spotlight. "I know I'm going to do something great," the 21-year old Lorain County JVS Web & Graphic Design Program graduate said. Palacios has been entertaining many ideas for her future, including plans for a career in television or broadcasting. "My dream is to walk the Red Carpet at the Academy Awards, interviewing movie stars and celebrities," she said, matter-of-factly. "I'd also like to create and host my own talk show geared toward showcasing positive role models for teenage girls." Palacios was a student at Amherst-Steele High School before embarking upon her studies at the JVS. "I've always been very artsy and learn better by 'doing,' as compared to sitting and listening to someone lecture," stated Palacios. "The JVS is a place where your education is very 'hands-on' and you get many opportunities to apply the skills you learn to the real world. There's no doubt these are some of the reasons I was such a strong student." "I like working with computers, and I was excited about integrating design technology with my own ideas," said Palacios, who enjoys working with Photoshop and film animation. "My JVS instructors said that there are no dumb questions, and believe me, I asked a lot of questions," Palacios said, laughing. "I was there to learn. I was always testing myself, pushing above and beyond my expectations." Palacios efforts paid dividends and included being invited to join the National Technical Honor Society where she was rewarded for her excellent grade point average, decision-making, career planning and community service. She was also involved in a leadership role with the Business Professionals of America (BPA), one of several very active career-technical student organizations at the JVS. Her outstanding academic achievement earned her the opportunity to participate in a cooperative work experience during her senior year. Palacios worked at Emerge Inc., a website development company in Elyria, from September through June. The co-op program allowed her to earn a paycheck and school credit while getting on-the-job training. "I wrote and edited news stories and posted updated information to the company's website," she said. "I also worked with the web designers, creating icons and other graphic elements for some of the projects they were working on." Palacios knows that her decision to attend the JVS was the best decision she could have made, but she admits that she took some flak from her classmates. "Some of them thought I was going to a school for drop-outs," she said. "Let's just say I'm an example of how wrong they were, and how wrong this perception of the JVS is," she continued. Palacios not only graduated at the top of her class, but completed her Associate Degree from LCCC in 2011 and is working full-time at Thogus Products in Avon Lake while studying for her Bachelor's Degree in Communications at Cleveland State University. Palacios considers her current job in accounts receivable at Thogus Products as "a foot in the door." She believes that her design background, combined with her current studies in communications and marketing at Cleveland State, will bode well for her future. "I know my employer is happy with my work ethic and skills," said Palacios, who was promoted to full-time after only two weeks of part-time work. "They were amazed at how fast I learned their system." "They told me to push myself to find my niche, and I'd find something that I'd enjoy doing everyday," she said. Stay tuned. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=686 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:00:00 GMT JVS Grad Fine-Tunes Career as Vehicle Maintenance Coordinator for Sheriff's Department Grant Koba-Nelson has never traveled around the world. But as the Vehicle Maintenance Coordinator for the Lorain County Sheriff's Office, he cannot say the same for the department's 35 patrol cars, which together are driven more than 46,000 miles each month. "In other words, our fleet circles the earth twice a month, over half-a-million miles each year," said Koba-Nelson. Koba-Nelson, of Brownhelm Township, got his first job as an auto mechanic at an independent automotive repair garage when he was a student in the Lorain County JVS Auto Technology program. "I didn't want to waste any time getting started on my career," said Koba-Nelson. "I learned the ropes and eventually took over the management of the garage. Ultimately I ended up buying the business, which I operated for 3 years." Koba-Nelson sold his business when the opportunity to become an auto technician at the Sheriff's Office came along. "I was a mechanic for 8 years for the Sheriff's Office and was promoted to Vehicle Maintenance Coordinator in 2011." "I take great pride in my work and in trying to keep the public safe by ensuring that our deputies can respond as quick as possible in safe vehicles," said Koba-Nelson. Overall, Koba-Nelson is responsible for maintaining 92 vehicles used by deputies and detectives, including patrol cars, vans and SWAT vehicles-not a small task for the sole mechanic at the facility. "All the personnel at the Sheriff's Office rely on dependable transportation," said Koba-Nelson, 40. "I'd put our fleet against any other fleet in Ohio." Koba-Nelson begins each day with walk-arounds, visually inspecting the vehicles, looking for problems such as oil leaks, uneven tire wear and broken head and tail lights. "I have it down to a science. It doesn't take that long to do the daily inspection and it helps me prioritize the cars that need the most work," he said. Koba-Nelson said that he services 3 to 4 cars each day, performing tasks such as tune-ups, oil changes, tire and brake repairs. "Once in awhile, I might have to replace an engine or transmission, but not often," said Koba-Nelson, whose budget for parts is about $35,000 annually. The tumultuous economy also has challenged Koba-Nelson to do more with less, meaning that no new vehicles will be purchased in 2012. The Sheriff's Office garage has undergone several advancements since Koba-Nelson was hired in 2003, including purchasing a computer to update vehicle maintenance records. "Staying abreast of evolving technology is also important," said Koba-Nelson. "Today's cars have multiple computers," he said. "So I rely on our diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and detect problems." Koba-Nelson also serves as the Sheriff's Driving Instructor, teaching refresher courses in the classroom and in the field. "It made sense," said Koba-Nelson, who raced stock cars at the Lorain County and Sandusky Speedways and also taught his two children how to ride and race go-carts. "I knew that if I could teach a four-year-old to race a go-cart, I could teach a deputy to drive a patrol car," Koba-Nelson chuckled. "Seriously though, these deputies have so much going through their heads already when responding to hot calls. It helps them to know the dynamics of the cars they're driving, especially at high speeds and under difficult weather and road conditions." Koba-Nelson was glad that he had the option to choose a career-technical career path and credits the JVS with giving him a great start. "What I learned about the fundamentals of vehicle repair, computer theory and electronics gave me the foundation that I needed to hit the ground running toward a great career in vehicle maintenance." The Automotive Technology program is one of four programs in the Transportation Academy at the Lorain County JVS. In Auto Tech, students learn diagnosis, repair and adjustments of all phases of automotive mechanics. Instruction covers work on both gas and diesel engines. Students use the latest automotive testing equipment including computerized diagnostic equipment. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=685 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 04:00:00 GMT JVS Students Raise Funds for Construction of 9/11 Memorial Lorain County JVS Marketing and Management students are spearheading the fundraising effort for a September 11th memorial to be built on the grounds of the JVS. The memorial will incorporate a steel beam recovered from the rubble of the twin towers that was given to the school in 2011. Students are selling bricks that can be engraved with two lines of print. The bricks will be used in the memorial forming part of the walkway surrounding the beam. Bricks are being sold for $100 each to individual donors. Corporate sponsors can purchase a brick for $500; their donation will also include a certificate. A $1,000 donation designates a donor as a Diamond Sponsor. A Diamond sponsorship includes a brick for walkway, a display brick for the sponsor and a certificate. The students hope to raise enough funds to construct the memorial by September 11, 2012. JVS students from a variety of career-technical programs will help in the construction of the memorial. To become a brick sponsor, or for more information, contact JVS Marketing Instructor, Nick Vaughn, at 440/774-1051, ext. 2215, nvaughn@lcjvs.net. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=683 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 04:00:00 GMT VYC/Interact Group Announces Officers The following students were elected officers for the 2011-12 school year for VYC/Interact, a group of students from all program areas who are members of the vocational youth leadership and social clubs. President - Lauren Smyth, a Marketing Management senior from Firelands Vice President - Dominic Rinella, a Carpentry senior from Elyria Secretary - Chelsea Skeens, a Cosmetology senior from Midview Treasurer - Loreatha Randleman, a Masonry Trades senior from Avon Reporters - Tamecia Jones, a Culinary Arts senior from Clearview; Alyson Schwenz, a Culinary Arts senior from Midview; Tara Simonson, a Cosmetology senior from Wellington Parliamentarians - Nick Reinhold, a Culinary Arts senior from Oberlin; Mike Richards, a Carpentry senior from Amherst Ambassadors - Yasmihng Bradford, a Culinary Arts senior from Avon; Garrett Dalton, a Computerized Design & Drafting senior Amherst Foreign Ambassador - Kate Asadamongkolpant, an Office & Administrative Assistant junior from Keystone Standing Committee Chairperson - Vicky Kurcsics, a Cosmetology senior from Elyria Social - Angel Moore, a Cosmetology senior from Midview Finance - Michaela Schuster, a Marketing Management senior from Avon Ways & Means Education Leadership - Andrew Clark, a Commercial Truck Technology senior from Elyria; Nick McMullen, an Industrial Equipment Mechanics senior from Avon Lake LCJVS Interact is a Rotary-sponsored service club for students. The Interact Club carries out at least two service projects yearly, one that serves the school or the community, and another that furthers international understanding. The LCJVS Interact Club is sponsored by the Elyria Rotary Club, which provides guidance on a continuing basis. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=684 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:00:00 GMT College Financial Aid Information Workshop Planned An informational workshop about college financial aid has been scheduled for JVS students and parents. It will be held on Wednesday, January 18th at 6:30 p.m. Topics to be covered include the financial aid process, filling out the FAFSA and the financial aid timeline. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is necessary for graduating seniors to be considered for all types of federal aid such as the Pell Grant, the Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG), Work Study programs and loans. The session will include presentations by Walter Ventrice, financial aid administrator from Cleveland State University, and Ramona Grigsby, program associate from the Community Foundation of Lorain County, and the JVS school counselors. No registration is necessary. For more information contact Marcia Sarringhaus, JVS Guidance Counselor, at 440/774-1051, ext. 2269, or msarringhaus@lcjvs.net. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=681 Wed, 4 Jan 2012 04:00:00 GMT JVS Adult Career Center Now Registering for Winter/Spring 2012 With the start of a new year, it may be time to take a moment to invest in yourself. Start a new career, or enhance your skills to maintain job stability through classes at the Lorain County JVS Adult Career Center. The 2012 Winter/Spring catalog is available NOW...<a href="http://issuu.com/eringadd/docs/lorain_county_jvs_spring_2012">Click this Link</a> to view the catalog online, and check your mailbox to flip through the printed copy! Here's what you'll find: - Manufacturing Trades: Advance your career or start a new one through short-term courses in CNC, Electricity, PLC's, CAD, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Robotics, and Welding... - Healthcare Occupations: Train for in-demand careers in Dental Assisting, Medical Office, Medical Coding and Billing, Phlebotomy, and STNA... - Safety Occupations: This is the last time you'll be able to take the EMT-B course at 130-hours! Beginning in September 2012 the State will require this training at 150-hours so sign up now and take advantage of the time and budget savings... - Cosmetology: It's license renewal time! Check out our many options to gain Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credits... - Culinary: Enhance your skills in cooking by learning a new skill or stretching your food budget... - Information Technology: Become invaluable at work by advancing your computer knowledge... - Office Leadership and Support: Give yourself the gift of job security by continuing your professional development... - Skilled Trades: Save your household time and money by learning Masonry, Wiring, Heating/Cooling, Carpentry, Plumbing, and more... - Landscaping: Learn the basics of Organic Gardening, Landscape Construction and Design, or participate in the EarthStoreHouse Project to grow a love of feeding yourself and the earth... - Agriculture Support: Classes are being developed daily to support our friends in agriculture through classes in technology and finances to help build and protect your business... - Apprentice Classes: Benefit from a combination of on-the-job experiences and dozens of courses in Industrial Maintenance, Millwright, Machine Repair, Automatic Screw Machine, Tool & Die, Machinist or Sheet Metal Fabrication... - Self Improvement: Make this the year you follow your passion, whether it's learning to fly, draw, or write creatively... - Online Courses: We offer a multitude of online classes. Educators can earn graduate credit through Ashland University (both 1- and 2-hour credit classes available), or begin a new career, right in the comfort of your own home! Call today to register! 440-774-1051 ext. 2254 Financial aid is available to those who qualify! High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=672 Tue, 3 Jan 2012 04:00:00 GMT JVS Adult Cosmetology Students Offer Holiday Nail Polishing The Lorain County JVS Adult Cosmetology students will be polishing nails and performing hand massages at the Oberlin Public Library on Saturday, December 17 from noon to 5:30p.m. Those who wish to have their nails painted are asked to bring a non-perishable food donation for the Second Harvest Food Bank. Participants may bring their own polish or select from the wide variety that will be available. "This event is just another way for our students to give back to the community and receive some real world experience along the way," stated Adult Career Center Instructor, Marge Daidone. For more information contact, info@lcjvs.com, 440/774-1051, ext 2254. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=678 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 04:00:00 GMT Law Students Collect Toys for Not-Forgotten Box The Lorain County JVS senior Law Enforcement students spearheaded the effort to collect toys for the Chronicle-Telegram's Not-Forgotten-Box Campaign. "This is something my students look forward to every year," said Program Instructor Shawn Hadaway." "It's an opportunity for them to think about those families in the county that are living paycheck to paycheck. They feel good about helping those families have a brighter holiday by putting some presents under the tree." Students have been collecting toys throughout the month of December and will take a field trip to the Chronicle to deliver the items that were donated. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=679 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:00:00 GMT Culinary Students Go Bananas for Senior Citizens The culinary arts students took their show on the road "Going Bananas for the Holidays" at Autumn Aegis Nursing Home in Lorain. Chef Kristian Smith and students demonstrated the art of making a Bananas Foster Flambé dessert and then served the residents the special treat. This is the fourth time Chef Smith and the culinary students made dessert for seniors throughout the community, recently visiting The Elms in Wellington, The Abbewood in Elyria, and Towne Center in Avon Lake. "These visits express how important community service really is, and both the students and community members really enjoy it," commented Chef Smith. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=677 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 04:00:00 GMT JVS Law Enforcement Program Lays the Foundation for Amherst Police Sergeant's Career You might say that Amherst Police Sgt. Mark Cawthon heard his calling early in life. "I've always wanted to help people," Cawthon said. "The combination of helping people and having a high action job is what attracted me to the field of law." Knowing that he wasn't cut out for a desk job, Cawthon enrolled in the JVS Law Enforcement & Security Program to get a jump start on his career. Cawthon's JVS instructors were the real deal - police officers and sheriff's deputies - who shared their experiences and laid the foundation for his career in police work. "I was like a sponge, soaking up all the knowledge I could," said Cawthon, a 1992 JVS grad from Clearview High School, who learned about firearm safety, crime scene and accident investigation, and forensic science, among a multitude of other topics. "And when they told us to stay out of trouble, keep our noses clean and study, I listened," affirmed Cawthon. Cawthon admits that he could have tested for police work in other cities, but saw the opportunity for growth in Amherst, where he has risen through the ranks - from police dispatcher in 1992; patrolman in 1995; and sergeant in 2000. Cawthon also hopes to become a lieutenant in 2012. And don't be surprised if one day Cawthon is referred to as "Chief," like his friend Richard Bosley, a JVS Law Enforcement grad and the current Avon Police Chief. "I've always set high goals for myself and strive to further my career," said Cawthon, a field-training supervisor for new officers, both human and canine. Cawthon has been a canine handler since 1998. "Dogs are very intelligent ... able to analyze a situation just like a policeman," said Cawthon, who has trained three German Shepherds - Hans, Bandit and his newest partner, Czar. "Like athletes, the dogs need constant exercise to stay sharp," he said. "They are trained to sniff out drugs and track suspects. It's amazing to watch them work." Cawthon recounts a large drug bust that he and Bandit participated in about four years ago. "We were called in to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol with a car they pulled over," he said. "Although there were no visible signs of drugs, Bandit sniffed out twenty kilos of cocaine concealed in a hidden compartment... one of the largest busts I've ever been involved with." Technology is changing and impacting police work too, too, Cawthon continued. Which is why Amherst's 20 full-time and 7 part-time officers are provided with in-car computers which are tied into the National Crime Information Center and the Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS). Officers also participate in monthly on-line training, watching videos featuring scenarios that officers around the nation incur, along with a view into how these situations are handled, Cawthon said. Cawthon also said that television programs such as "CSI" paint an unrealistic picture of real crime scene investigations. "Juries often are influenced by these programs," Cawthon said. "It's more of a challenge for us in law enforcement to get convictions because the public expects us to have this technology they see on TV. There is a big difference between TV and reality." While police work sometimes seems like a thankless job, Cawthon said that the flip side is- helping people, especially children - makes it all worthwhile. "Police work can be stressful ... you can be thrown into a violent situation in a matter of seconds," said Cawthon, who also serves on the Advisory Committee for the JVS Law Enforcement Program. "I want kids to see us in a different light. It's important that people understand that it isn't an 'us-against-them' situation, that police really do care about them," concluded Cawthon. "Empathy is one of the most important qualities a police officer can possess, and is something that was definitely stressed in the JVS Law Enforcement Program-a program which gives students a great foundation for law enforcement or safety service careers." High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=673 Fri, 9 Dec 2011 04:00:00 GMT JVS Early Childhood Education Students Share the True Meaning of Christmas Students in the Early Childhood Education Program took the time during the busy holiday season to give to others in a unique way. These first year students decorated and donated a tree they called "A Crayola Christmas" to the Akron Children's Hospital Holiday Tree Festival. This annual festival, now in its 30th year, hosts hundreds of individuals and businesses who donate large decorated trees, miniature trees, wreaths, and other items such as baskets, handcrafted items, and figurines. The trees and other items are then auctioned off and all of the proceeds go to Akron Children's Hospital. High school and preschool students brought in Crayola products. Preschoolers also hand-made all of the Crayola sled ornaments that decorated the tree. The tree, which was completely decorated by preschool students with over a hundred Crayola products, was auctioned off for over $450. The Crayola-themed Christmas tree was also dedicated to Keyera McLean; the JVS preschool aide's eight-year-old niece who has survived a Wilm's Tumor. In addition, the high school students wanted to become more involved with the Akron Children's Hospital, so they decided to volunteer at the Holiday Tree Festival. Dressed in their holiday aprons with holiday smiles, they helped the thousands of visitors who went to see the showcase of trees. Some students talked to the visitors and explained what the trees were about, others worked in the store, and some helped with children's activities. It was truly a heartwarming experience during the Christmas season whereby the students learned the importance of sharing with others. The Holiday Tree Festival events have raised over 3.5 million dollars to support the hospital. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=674 Thu, 8 Dec 2011 04:00:00 GMT JVS Students Take 1st Place in Cleveland Botanical Garden's Gingerbread Competition Two Lorain County JVS Baking & Pastry Arts students took first place in the Cleveland Botanical Garden's Annual Gingerbread Competition. Rebecca Blaylock (Midview) and Olivia Knapp (Elyria) worked as a team to create their 'Red Riding Hood' themed gingerbread house competing in the professional division. They received a $250 gift certificate. Their creation is on display at the Botanical Garden, located at 11030 East Blvd. in Cleveland, through December 31st. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=671 Mon, 5 Dec 2011 04:00:00 GMT Transportation Academy Hosts College and Career Day for Students The Transportation Academy hosted a "College & Career Day" for students. Representatives from colleges and technical schools presented information to help students make informed choices about post-secondary options after graduation. The following schools participated: Great Lakes Truck Driving School, Lincoln Technical Institute, Ohio Technical College, Owens Community College, Universal Technical Institute, University of Northwestern Ohio, and WyoTech. In addition, the Lorain County JVS Student Services Department presented information to the participants about college admissions, scholarships and financial aid. The Transportation Academy includes the following programs: Auto Technology, Collision Repair, Commercial Truck Technology and Industrial Equipment Mechanics. For more information contact: info@lcjvs.com, www.lcjvs.com, or 440/774-1051, ext. 2323. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=669 Fri, 2 Dec 2011 04:00:00 GMT JVS Kicks Off Annual Food Drive The Lorain County JVS Vocational Youth Club (VYC) members are in full gear collecting canned and boxed goods to help restock the shelves of the "Second Harvest Food Bank". Food is being collected from JVS students, staff members and community friends. The Food Drive runs through December 16th. "This annual holiday food drive nets on the average of 3,500-5,000 pounds of food," commented instructor and Food Drive coordinator Greg Hendricks. "We are confident that we will have a good drive and have already collected 1,000 pounds to restock the shelves after the Thanksgiving rush. We have a very generous group of students and staff." Located in Lorain, Second Harvest is a non-profit food bank that supplies service agencies with food for needy families in Lorain, Erie and Huron counties. The Lorain County JVS is one of the largest independent contributors to the food bank from Lorain County. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=668 Thu, 1 Dec 2011 04:00:00 GMT JVS Students "Live Safe and Work Smart" The Lorain County JVS recently launched a school-wide campaign called "Live Safe-Work Smart," designed to promote healthy lifestyles among students and staff. The campaign kicked off with a week of demonstrations during lunch periods focusing on the topics of weight management, exercise, substance abuse & addiction, safe driving practices, healthy personal relationships and work-place safety. "We really tried to engage students during these demonstrations and offer students many valuable resources," stated JVS Guidance Counselor, Joanne Gleason, who spearheaded the campaign. "For example when we were highlighting the dangers of substance abuse we gave the students impairment goggles and asked them to do a series of simple tasks," Gleason continued. "This really made an impact on the students, and let them experience what it feels like to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol." Through a grant from the JVS Educational Foundation, each student was given a "Live Safe-Work Smart" wristband. "The students are wearing the wristbands proudly as a daily reminder of how to apply health and safety standards to their lives, while at home, school and work." High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=667 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT JVS Greenhouse Will Have Holiday Greenery for Sale Deck your halls with festive greenery while supporting the Lorain County JVS Landscape and Greenhouse Management Program. Students from the Lorain County JVS Landscape and Greenhouse Management Program are hosting a holiday wreath and poinsettia sale at the JVS greenhouse beginning November 28th. Poinsettias range from $3 to $10 depending on size and are available in a variety of colors. Wreaths and swags range from $5 to $12. Flower arrangements and fresh flowers are available or can be ordered. The greenhouse will be open for sales 8am to 10am and noon to 1:30pm Monday through Friday, through December 16th. For more information contact Beth Berthold at 440/774-1051, ext 2377, or at bberthold@lcjvs.net. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=661 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT JVS Announces 1st Quarter Honor Roll The Lorain County JVS is pleased to announce the 1st Nine Weeks Honor Roll for the Lorain County JVS. The LCJVS Honor Roll recognizes students who have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher for this term. Amherst Abfall, Lawrence; Anderson, Ian; Bloom, John; Buchanan, Jesse; Bullard, James; Butler, Jessica; Carroll, Matthew; Conrady, Andrew; Crlenjak, Samuel; Dillinger, Brandon; Fetterhoff, Erik; Garn, Ariel; Gleason, Catherine; Goodson, James; Hembree, Cody; Jay, Dustin; Jemison, Travis; Jimenez, Deja; Kardos, Arielle; Kayle, Chelsea; Kosakowski, Nicholas; Lajavic, Daniel; Lusane, Laniqua; McCarty, Dillon; McDonald, Dustin; Morris, Amber; Morrow, Ariel; Nelson, Brian; Ocasio, Edwin; Opel, Emily; Ramos, Joshua; Richards, Gabrielle; Richards, Michael; Robinson, Michael; Roseberry, Lindsay; Salisbury, Steven; Seeley, Joshua; Smith, Kalob; Strauser, Alyssa; Tipper, Kyle; Valka, Ryan; Williams, Abigail Avon Bissett, Hannah; Bring, Ashley; DiFilippo, Daniel; Goodman, Marisa; Killeen, Jeremy; Ladson, Lakesha; Leboda, Michael; Leighty, Joshua; Leighty, Zachary; Murphy, Katelynn; Poljak, David; Tesmer, George; VanHouten, Adrienne; Villanueva, Gregory; Villanueva, Matthew Avon Lake Dieterich, Molly; 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This philosophy led Petitti to establish a "Principal's Student Advisory Committee." The students, which include representatives from each career academy, meet with Petitti in a large group for one hour every month. Although Petitti always has an agenda of topics that she wants the students' input on, she never minds when the students deviate from her agenda to discuss issues that are important to them. One example of this was the creation of a school mascot. "Many students expressed an interest in creating a special school identity and that's how the idea for the JVS mascot came about," said Petitti. "We held a school contest and the students voted for a design created by a student in our Office & Administrative Assistant Program," said Petitti. "The students chose a lion for the JVS mascot because they said it represented the pride they have in Lorain County JVS." Other outcomes from the student advisory group include a revamped student orientation process and the addition of a lunch cafeteria service at the JVS. "One of the best things about coming to the JVS is working with the teachers and administrators who care what you think and actually listen to you," said Tyler Johnson, a Precision Machine Technology senior student from Midview. "It's nice to know my opinions and ideas are respected." High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=665 Sat, 19 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT Computerized Business Technology Program was a Smart Investment for JVS Adult Student Angela Schaffer knows firsthand that competing in today's fierce job market requires a lot more than just excellent marketable skills. "Skills got me in the door, but it was truly attitude, hard work, time management and leadership that made me valuable to my employer," said Schaffer, who turned her temporary job at PNC Bank into a full-time position handling investment accounts. Schaffer, 52, of Penfield Township began her journey when she enrolled in the Computerized Business Technology Program at the JVS Adult Career Center. "Prior to seeking out educational options at the JVS, I worked evenings at Geyers Grocery Store in Wellington while I raised my five children," said Schaffer. "But my schedule became too busy and I wanted to spend more time with my family." "More importantly, I knew I was capable of doing something more challenging and career fulfilling," she continued. Schaffer had a desire to work with computers and scanned the classified ads searching for employment. "I realized very quickly that I needed more education along with some industry credentials to get hired," she said. "I thought about college, but the time it would take (four-to-five-years) and the expense pursuing an administrative business degree wasn't feasible for me." This realization led Schaffer to a meeting with instructor Terri Brennan at the Adult Career Center. Brennan teaches the Computerized Business Technology (CBT) Program. "Terri was so personable. She cheered me on. I was convinced that this is where I wanted to be," said Schaffer, who was awarded a federal grant to help pay for her tuition. She completed the 9-month training program in 2009. Schaffer found temporary work through Kelly Services at American Greetings and Fort Deerborn Life Insurance Company performing data entry. "Full-time jobs were scarce. Temp work was a strategic way to acquire work experience to add to my resume at several different companies," she said. As an office temp, Schaffer moved around a lot eventually landing a one month assignment with PNC Bank. After her initial assignment was finished, the bank kept extending her contract, allowing her to showcase her abilities, especially the skills she learned while earning her Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification at the JVS. Schaffer's technical and administrative skills earned her a promotion to a full-time support staff position. In this position she reviews contracts, processes data and pertinent information contained in client IRA, 401K and 529 investment accounts. "Although I didn't have direct investment experience, I felt very confident that I could learn quickly and handle the different assignments I was given thanks to the skills I learned at the JVS," said Schaffer. "School was challenging. It was busy, but it was worth it," said Schaffer, who is continuing her education through in-house investment classes at PNC. "The time I spent upgrading my skills at the Adult Career Center was a valuable investment in my career." For more information about the Computerized Business Technology Program, or any other program at the Adult Career Center, visit www.lcjvs.com/adult, or call 440/774-1051, ext. 2254. High School http://www.lcjvs.com/news.php?id=664 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT