Buckeye Career Center

Hands-on learning in action! Level one Electrical Systems Technology students build and reconfigure electrical training boards to practice wiring, circuit connections, and switch operation.

We had the pleasure of welcoming Jason Hall, Superintendent of Dover Light & Power, who spoke with a few of our labs this morning about the work Dover Light & Power does and its role in the community.

Join us in the Joe Carlisle Cafe today or tomorrow for lunch between 11:30am-1pm!

“Talent may get you in the door, but it’s your attitude and work ethic that determines how long you stay there.” Frank Medrano

January's Adult Education Student of the Month is Esthetics student Crimzen Christmas. Crimzen resides in Coshocton and is a graduate of Newcomerstown High School and attended BCC. Crimzen is an independent provider for Coshocton County and volunteers for the Coshocton County Board of Developmental Disabilities. She is also a dance teacher at Studio 3 in Newcomerstown. Crimzen enrolled in the Esthetics program to earn her license so she can eventually own her own spa and be a traveling make up artist. Crimzen’s instructor, Ms. Larissa Seikel nominated her for the honor. “Crimzen is always friendly and willing to learn. I am excited to watch her grow in her career after graduation,” said Larissa. Crimzen is the daughter of Debbie and Corey Christmas.

Congrats to our second Student of the Month for January, Teaching Professions senior Bailey Winkhart. She attends BCC from Tusky Valley. Bailey is a member of BCC’s National Technical Honor Society and Tusky Valley’s National Honor Society. Bailey works at the New Phila Sheetz and is a member of the Church of the Nazarene in Mineral City. She was nominated by her instructor, Mrs. Melissa Long. “Bailey is a natural teacher and leader. Bailey is a direct communicator which leads to quick resolution of any issues that arise with others. She goes above and beyond in the classroom,” commented Long. Following graduation, Bailey plans to attend Kent State University and will major in middle childhood education with concentrations in math and social studies. Bailey is the daughter of Elizabeth Wilson and Chris Winkhart. She will be honored at this evening's Board of Education meeting!

Congrats to January Student of the Month, Robin Stevens! Robin is a double lab senior, enrolled in Electrical Systems Technology and Commercial Truck Technology. He attends BCC from New Philadelphia. He participates in SkillsUSA at BCC and works at Pit Stop Performance in New Phila. Robin was nominated by his Electrical instructor, Mr. Tim Septer. “Robin has distinguished himself through the remarkable ability to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical application. He approaches every assignment as a complex puzzle requiring systemic analysis,” said Septer. Following graduation, Robin plans to attend the Universal Technical Institute in North Carolina and will enroll in the Auto Tech. and NASCAR program, lasting 63 weeks. Robin is the son of Rob and Christina Stevens. He will be recognized at this evening's Board of Education meeting. #BuckeyeProud!

Buckeye Career Center high school classes are cancelled for Tuesday, January 20, 2026 due to the cold temperatures. Adult Education morning classes will begin at 10am. Adult Education evening classes will operate as normal. The Buckeye Career Center Board of Education meeting will be held at 7pm in the BCC cafeteria, as planned.

Job of the Day: Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens
The Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens is seeking a landscape staff member with an interest in or background in landscaping to work in the gardens and arboretum. This is a paid position with hours that vary by season.

Duties include mulching, collecting sticks, hedge and tree trimming and care, weeding, planting, and general landscape maintenance. Experience with tools such as string trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, mowers, and hand tools is helpful. Most work is completed independently, with occasional team projects.

For more information or to submit a resume and schedule an interview, email kristen@thewarthermuseum.com
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Your future starts here! Don’t miss your chance to apply to Buckeye Career Center today, January 16th, for priority acceptance consideration of your first-choice lab. Apply now at www.BuckeyeCareerCenter.org!

Several of our Buckeye Buddies members attended "The Power of Perspective: A Day of Awareness & Advocacy" at the Performing Arts Center today!

Our first semester newsletter is now available! Visit this link to check out what's been happening at BCC during the first half of the school year! https://www.buckeyecareercenter.org/page/newsletter

Your future starts here! Don’t miss your chance to apply to Buckeye Career Center by tomorrow, January 16th, for priority acceptance consideration of your first-choice lab. Apply now at www.BuckeyeCareerCenter.org!

We are happy to be the TV sponsor of the IVC Cheer Competition this weekend! Catch all of the action on Big Time Sports, featuring our own Mr. Frank Polen as one of the announcers! (Don't worry, he has been prepped on the proper cheer terminology!)

Join us for lunch in the Joe Carlisle Café today! Check out our base menu, in addition to these specials:

* Birria Quesadilla $5.00
* Pan Fried Boneless Pork Chop w/ Demi Sauce & Garlic Mashed potatoes $8.00

The soup is beef noodle, and the dessert is angel food cake with strawberries and whipped cream.

BCC high school classes are cancelled today, Thursday, January 15, 2026 due to weather. Adult Education morning classes will operate on a two-hour delay. The Workforce Partnership Summits, scheduled for 11:30am and 3:30pm will proceed, at this time!

Students enrolled in Mr. Urban's anatomy classes are getting hands-on with hog hearts! Our Intro to Nursing students are explaining the processes of the heart to help them prepare for an upcoming test! We love when our labs and academic classes collaborate! #BuckeyeProud!