MOESC's Amy Wood (middle) accepts the Three-Star Business-Education Leader Award along with Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel (right) and Jeremy Varner (left), Deputy Director of Career-Technical Education & Workforce.

MANSFIELD — The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center has announced its Business Advisory Council (BAC) has earned a Three-Star Business-Education Leader Award from the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce.

This prestigious recognition honors Business Advisory Councils that demonstrate excellence in building meaningful partnerships between education and business while creating career-focused opportunities that prepare students for future success.

This achievement reflects the outstanding collaboration of our business, education and community partners across Crawford, Morrow and Richland counties. Together, we are helping students explore career pathways, earn industry-recognized credentials and develop the skills needed for success in Ohio’s workforce.

“This recognition is a testament to the strength of the partnerships we have built between our schools, businesses and community organizations,” said Supt. Kevin D. Kimmel. “At Mid-Ohio ESC, we believe that preparing students for success extends beyond the classroom, and our Business Advisory Council plays a vital role in connecting education with real-world career opportunities.

“I am especially grateful to our dedicated Business Advisory Council members, school leaders, business partners and to Amy Wood for her exceptional leadership in guiding our Business Advisory Council. Their collective commitment and collaboration continue to create meaningful pathways that help students thrive while strengthening the future workforce across Crawford, Morrow and Richland counties.”

Congratulations to our Business Advisory Council members and everyone who makes this important work possible.