SHELBY — Pioneer Career and Technology Center hosted the 53rd annual All BoardMember-Administrator Dinner on March 21. The event was a celebration of talented students showcasing their skills and the teamwork among Pioneer’s partner school districts. Honorary guests included students and family members, along with Board members and Superintendents of each district. The annual dinner […]
Janet Kehres, Special to Richland Source
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Pioneer Career & Technology Center graduates 52 adult students
SHELBY — Smiles and tears were plentiful Thursday evening as 52 adults received Certificates in a vocation of their choice. Phlebotomy, STNA, and Welding were the different vocations chosen by the adult students. Seven students earned scholarships from Richland Foundation to help them learn their chosen vocation. Richland Foundation has given scholarships to adults taking […]
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Phase II completed of 7-year Black Fork cleanup project
SHELBY — Phase II of a Black Fork clean-up project was recently completed by Daniel’s Tree Service, of Mansfield, according to Shelby officials. “I am truly grateful for each and everyone that has joined a concerted effort to responsibly manage the free flow of water through the Black Fork corridor,” Shelby mayor Steve Schag said. […]
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Pioneer Career & Technology board adopts policies, accepts donations
SHELBY — At its Nov. 20 meeting, the Pioneer Board of Education took the following action: · Approved revisions to policy and adoption of new policy. · Approved Client E-rate agreement with Strategic Management Solutions. · Accepted donations as follows: A Washburn Banjo value of $334 to be donated to the Performing Arts program and will be used for […]
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Reber, Schick chosen Students of the Month at Pioneer
SHELBY — Pioneer Career and Technology Center has announced Brennen Reber and Abigail Schick as October 2023 Students of the Month. Brennen is enrolled in the Industrial Electricity program. He was nominated by Mrs. Meg Mergel. Brennen is a junior from Colonel Crawford High School and is the son of Tanya and Brian Reber. At […]
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Tackett receives Pioneer’s Distinguished Alumni Award
SHELBY — Pioneer Career & Technology Center has announced that Steve Tackett is the recipient of the honorary Distinguished Alumni Award. The award was established for an alumni member who has served as a role model, did well at Pioneer, and continues to live, work, and serve in their community. “On behalf of the Pioneer […]
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Pioneer announces The Ren as Business Partner of the Year
SHELBY — Pioneer Career & Technology Center has announce The Renaissance Performing Arts Theatre as the Ralph Phillips Business Partner of the Year. Inspired by Ralph Phillips and Phillips Manufacturing Tower Company, this 17-year tradition is one of great honor. The award was created to recognize outstanding businesses that support the goals, mission, and excellence […]
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Pioneer accepts $360K Carl D. Perkins grant
SHELBY — The Pioneer Board of Education took the following actions at Monday night’s meeting: Approved a contract with Mansfield City Schools for a Tutor for Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital Home Instruction. Accepted grants as follows: Carl D. Perkins – $358,988.61. The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act was reauthorized in 2018 under […]
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Pioneer students decorate carrousel for Halloween
SHELBY – Pioneer Career & Technology Center Performing Arts program partnered with Richland Carrousel Park in downtown Mansfield to decorate the animals just in time for Halloween. This year’s theme is Mardi Gras and each animal has a unique mask to bring a new look to the carrousel. Pioneer students made several trips to the […]
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5 Pioneer students attend SheDig event
SHELBY — Pioneer Career & Technology Center sent five students from its construction programs to the recent SheDig event. Angelica Shelton (Wynford) and Rebecca Smith (Ontario) from the Jr. Home Remodeling Program. Annalee Barrows (Lexington) and Alivia Gallaway (Crestview) from the Senior Carpentry Program, and Emily Frey (Lucas) from the Senior Masonry Program to the SheDig event […]