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Curious about high school programs at the Warren County Career
Center? Then you've come to the right
place! In our FAQ section we'll answer common questions regarding general
information, what you need to do to be eligible to enroll, daily routines, and
much more. Can't find an answer to your question? Call our main office at
513-932-5677 ext. 0 to find out who you need to talk to and to find your
answer. Thanks for visiting!
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General Information for High School Students
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Why should I attend the Career Center?
To become skilled in an occupational area through hands-on experience that can
lead to employment after high school and a jump-start on higher education and a
successful career. In addition to earning your high school diploma you also
receive a certificate of completion in your career technical program.
What does the Career Center have to offer that my home school doesn't?
Along with learning theory through textbooks and lectures, you learn by
applying your knowledge and skills in a workplace environment. Classroom and lab
instructional activities relate directly to your career field. Many of our
programs have articulated credits toward a college degree.
Click here for Secondary Initiatives
How do I enroll in the Career Center program that is right for me?
During sophomore visitation, held in late fall every year, you may visit any of
the programs you are interested in to find out more about what is offered and
how to meet your career goals. Then, simply fill out an application and return
it to your home school counselor to enroll. You may also call our Student
Services Department at 513/932-5677 ext. 5211 to set up a personal visit or
request more information.
Click here for the Student Enrollment Application
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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What extra-curricular activities and clubs are
there at the Career Center?
Business Professionals of America is the Career-Technical Student Organization
for students in Business Technology Tech Prep and Information Technology Tech
Prep.
SkillsUSA is the CTSO for students in Aerospace Academy, Automotive Collision,
Automotive Technology Tech Prep, Carpentry, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice,
Digital Design Tech Prep, Electricity, Fire Science/EMT Basic, Graphic Arts,
Greentree Health Science Academy, Heavy Equipment/Site Construction, Welding
and Metal Fabrication.
DECA – An Association of Marketing Students is the CTSO for Marketing/Fashion
Merchandising.
Family, Career & Community Leaders of America is the CTSO for Culinary
Technology and Early Childhood Education.
Ohio Future Educators of America is the organization for students in the
Teacher Academy.
FFA is the CTSO for students in Landscape Technology, Power Systems and Equine
Science.
National Technical Honor Society is for all students with excellent grades and
attendance who are recommended by their instructors for academic and leadership
success.
Can I still be involved in activities at my home school?
In addition to clubs and activities offered at the Career Center, students have
the opportunity to participate in activities at their home school. Several of
our students are athletes, band and choir members, cheerleaders, actors in
school plays, and involved in various other extra-curricular activities.
Are there any Honors or Awards programs?
Students are eligible to participate in many skills events and award programs
through the Career-Technical Student Organizations. Students may compete in
skills-event competitions on local, regional, state and national levels. We
have had many state and national winners in the past.
We are proud to have a National Technical Honor Society chapter. Students are
nominated for this honor based on their grade point average, attendance,
involvement, and leadership ability. Each year, students receiving this honor
are inducted in the National Technical Honor Society.
Students maintaining all B's or better will be recognized as being on the Honor
Roll.
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Eligibility
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Who is eligible to attend the Career Center?
WCCC offers three tiers of application for admission. Any student attending one
of the participating high schools for two years who will be at least 16 years
of age by October of his/her third year in high school, has earned at least
eight high school credits and is on track to graduate is automatically
eligible. Students with 2-5 credits with three being in core credits must
submit a written plan for success. Students with two credits must submit a
written plan for success and have a vocational evaluation.
It is highly recommended that students applying to the Career Center have
earned the following credits by the end of the sophomore year:
2 credits - English
2 credits - Math
2 credits - Science
1 credit - Social Studies
½ credit - Physical Education
½ credit - Health
Students not meeting the above credit requirements may need to enroll in summer
school or correspondence courses to be eligible for graduation.
See your counselor for assistance with student credit analysis and specific
school requirements.
What High Schools participate in WCCC's programs?
The Career Center serves students from:
Franklin High School
Kings High School
Lebanon High School
Little Miami High School
Springboro High School
Waynesville High School
We refer to these schools as our home schools, associate schools or partner
schools. WCCC also has open enrollment; contact our guidance office for more
information.
How many credits will I earn toward graduation?
Students passing every course at the Career Center earn eight credits each
year. The eight credits earned will vary among programs. Please see a counselor
for an exact credit breakdown per program. The career-technical program and
employability classes count as career-technical elective credits. The English,
Math, Science or Social Studies courses count as those particular academic
credits.
Will I graduate from the Warren County Career Center?
Students attending the WCCC who earn the necessary credits will receive their
high school diplomas from their home high schools. They participate in the home
high school's graduation ceremony. WCCC counselors and the home school
counselors work and meet together regularly to ensure that each student and
his/her parents are well informed of the student's credit status. The Career
Center is an extension of the high school, and all Career Center credits are
accepted by the high school toward graduation requirements.
Will I receive any type of certification from the WCCC?
The Career Center awards Career Passports, which contain the student's resume,
a list of skills achieved, a transcript, and it may also contain letters of
recommendation, honors, awards, and a Career-Technical Completion Certificate.
Students who maintain a 91% attendance rate, a "C" average in the
career-technical lab, and pass all other needed classes for their program will
receive a Career-Technical Certificate.
Students completing their career-technical programs at WCCC attend a ceremony
held at the end of May to receive their Career Passports. The students wear
their individual graduation gowns from their high schools, which makes the
ceremony quite impressive and colorful.
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Daily Concerns
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What is the typical school day schedule?
The typical school day varies, based on the career-technical program. The
Career Center uses block scheduling to give ample time for work in
career-technical labs and special projects in academic classes. Each program is
scheduled with half days for lab work and half days for academic classes. Lunch
is scheduled in three shifts between 10:35 and noon. In nice weather, students
can choose to eat at picnic tables outside, or they can eat inside the
cafeteria.
How will I get to the Career Center every day?
Students whose school districts provide busing may ride the bus to the Career
Center. The student's regular bus will take him/her to the high school, and
another bus will bring the student to the Career Center. At the end of the day,
a bus will take students back to their high school, and they may then take
their regular bus home. Many students drive to the Career Center. Students who
wish to drive must obtain a parking permit from the WCCC front office.
Are there any special clothing requirements?
Students are expected to dress in attire appropriate for the career area they
have chosen. Shorts are not permitted. All students wear program shirts. Some
career-technical programs have specific work uniforms.
What safety precautions does the WCCC take to protect students?
All career-technical programs at WCCC stress safety and educate students
regarding the proper safety precautions in their chosen program. Safety
glasses, work boots, and/or steel-toed shoes are necessary in some areas of
study.
A School Resource Officer, who is a Warren County Sheriff's Deputy, is on duty
during school hours. A school nurse is also on duty every day during school
hours.
Are there any extra student fees?
There are fees for each program to cover Career-Technical Student
Organizations, materials, supplies, tools, and/or equipment needed. Students
are charged for materials and supplies that are used by the student. Tool boxes
and equipment purchased are needed for skill training in some of the programs.
The tool boxes or utensils purchased are the student's private property and are
his or hers to take home or to the job. Locked areas are provided for tools and
equipment; however, each student needs to exercise proper care of the tools or
equipment during usage. There are also fees for academic courses.
An updated fee sheet can be obtained from a counselor. The WCCC Treasurer's
Office accepts MasterCard and VISA and provides payment plans and possible
sources of financial aid for those in need.
Click here to
download the Student Fees Document.
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Future Plans
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How will my attendance at the Career Center affect my future?
Attendance is very IMPORTANT! Generally, employers are not interested in hiring
students who have a poor attendance record. The Career Center’s goal for all
students is a 100% attendance rate. A minimum of a 91% attendance rate is
required to become eligible for a Career-Technical Completion Certificate and
to participate in the Early Job Placement Program.
The Career Center holds a drawing at the end of the school year for one student
to win a vehicle that has been refurbished by the Automotive Collision and
Automotive Technology Tech Prep programs. Only those students with excellent
attendance are eligible to be in the drawing. Other attendance incentives throughout the school year are awarded.
Can I get job placement through the Career Center?
Many employers call the school offering jobs for students in specific skill
areas. These jobs are referred to the appropriate career-technical teacher to
recommend students for employment. Students who have worked cooperatively with
the teacher and other students, have been dependable, and have received at
least average grades, are recommended by the teachers. Job placement for those
students who are recommended is excellent.
The Career Center participates in and endorses job shadowing, mentorships,
internships, and apprenticeships in certain programs. Criteria must be met to
participate in these programs. Many programs offer early job placement in a
related career field in the last part of the senior year for networking
opportunities and pay.
Can I attend college or technical school if I attend the Career Center?
Most definitely! Further education is encouraged in all programs. Our Tech Prep
programs are college preparatory programs for associate-degree granting
institutions. And through articulation agreements with local colleges and
technical schools, some students have the opportunity to receive advanced
placement prior to entering higher education and receive college credit
after the successful completion of their senior year.
The Career Center particpates in the Post-Secondary Options program. It
is possible for students to substitute courses at the Career Center for certain
college courses upon approval from the college and the Career Center.
Counselors will assist students and parents with any inquiries about this
option.
Can I earn college scholarships if I graduate from the Career Center?
Yes! You can receive scholarships from your home schools and some additional
ones at the Career Center, depending on the program you are enrolled in. Miami
Valley Tech Prep offers a $3,000 scholarship to Sinclair Community College upon
successful completion of the Tech Prep Program.
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