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  • Great Oaks associates and Board member chosen for nationwide inclusion and equity program

    Great Oaks associates and Board member chosen for nationwide inclusion and equity program

    Two Great Oaks associates and a Great Oaks Board member have been chosen to be part of the new Inclusion, Access, Equity and Diversity (IAED) Mentorship Program launched by the Association for Career and Technical Education.

    Ramona Beck, Assistant Dean at Scarlet Oaks Career Campus and “AL” Long, Great Oaks Board member representing North College Hill, were among 32 educational leaders selected as mentors.  Scarlet Oaks English instructor Emma Godfrey is one of 36 mentees in the program. 

    Long is also a member of ACTE’s IAED Advisory Group, which helped develop the Mentorship Program and other activities.

    The IAED Mentorship Program was created to further inclusion, access, equity and diversity in career-technical education in the United States.  Mentors and mentees will be encouraged to take on leadership roles in the national ACTE organization and advised current career-technical leaders on IAED issues.

    Participants in the program will meet monthly and take on such activities as reviewing current best practices in IAED, developing statements and documents for career-technical schools and organizations, and helping to shape national policies and procedures. 

  • Great Oaks launches virtual tours of high school career labs

    Great Oaks launches virtual tours of high school career labs

    Image above is from one of the many virtual tours that Great Oaks now offers to students that cannot visit the campus

    Choosing classes to take during high school can be a challenge. Sophomores at area high schools typically get the chance to visit the career labs at Great Oaks campuses before making such a decision, but with current pandemic restrictions many sophomores may not have that opportunity.

    “Seeing the professional equipment and technology that our students use in their programs is important for those considering a career program,” said Great Oaks Director of Student Services Nancy Mulvey. “We want them to get to know the instructor, hear from other students and graduates, and walk through the labs.” Mulvey said that because most of Great Oaks’ 36 school districts aren’t able to send groups of sophomores to tour the nearest campus, Great Oaks has created virtual tours.

    The virtual tours, posted on greatoaks.com, include 360-degree views of each lab at each campus, along with profiles of the instructors, conversations with alumni, pictures of students at work, and information about future careers.

    “Thousands of students each year apply for these hands-on, experiential learning programs that lead to professional certifications,” said Mulvey.  “We want to make sure that they have a chance to explore and ask questions.”

    To virtually visit a Great Oaks campus, go to www.greatoaks.com/virtualtours.

  • Symmes Township’s Nancy Mulvey honored by national school organization

    Symmes Township’s Nancy Mulvey honored by national school organization

    Symmes Township resident and Great Oaks Director of Student Services Nancy Mulvey was honored this month with the Distinguished Service Award from the National Council of Local Administrators NCLA, a national association for career and technical administrators.  She was recognized for her service to career-technical education and for her professional accomplishments.

    Mulvey has served the students of Great Oaks Career Campuses for more than 30 years as a math teacher, counselor, career specialist, campus dean, and district administrator. In her current role as Director of Student Services, she has strengthened both physical health and mental health services for students, led the effort to rewrite Board policies, began a summer camp program for younger students, and helped guide the district to record levels of high school enrollment.

    The nomination read in part, “Nancy recognizes best practices in the field, and shares, adapts, and improves those practices to benefit current and future students as well as the organizations she serves. She freely shares her own ideas and innovations and champions those practices that others have developed, for the benefit of career-technical education as a whole.”

    The award was presented virtually during the NCLA Best Practices Conference, which was held online this year.

  • Here is how the Great Oaks campuses will open in the Fall

    Here is how the Great Oaks campuses will open in the Fall

    Here is how the Great Oaks campuses will open in the Fall.

    Please note:  The following information applies only to high school students at Great Oaks campuses.

    Our community, and the world, continues to adapt to the ongoing pandemic. In all that we do at Great Oaks, the safety and health of our students, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Whenever students, staff and visitors are together in a Great Oaks building, we expect that social distancing (at a minimum of 6 feet) is practiced, face coverings will be worn by all, and the buildings and equipment will be frequently cleaned and sanitized. We also encourage such healthy personal habits as regular hand-washing. 

    The following information reflects the most recent planning; information can change if circumstances change.

    Update July 20, 2020

    Academic classes will be held online

    In order to maximize the amount of hands-on, career-technical education available to students, all in-person classes will be in the career lab with the career-technical instructor.  English, mathematics, social studies, and science classes will be held remotely.  Students will spend all day two days per week in their career-technical program.

    As part of this schedule, students will have time to meet individually with academic instructors while on campus, which will support their online learning.  It also means that the same group of students will stay in the same room—their career lab—for the full day, reducing the number of times per day needed to sanitize rooms as we would if students changed classes for multiple periods daily.

    Students will attend the campus on Mondays and Thursdays as part of the A group, or Tuesdays and Fridays as part of the B group.  During the remaining three days, students will work remotely on academic work and other homework, with Wednesday set aside for one-on-one remote assistance.

    This schedule will run for the first quarter, until October 16.

  • Great Oaks Career Listings and Job Postings

    Great Oaks Career Listings and Job Postings

    Openings as of 6/25/2020

    Great Oaks Career Campuses is a continuous improvement organization. Our mission is to provide quality workforce development programs and services to meet the needs of our customers. We rely on a team of enthusiastic, energetic, committed associates to fulfill our mission. Every position is important, every team member is valued. We hire individuals to join our team as:
    • Teachers
    • Administrators
    • Business Office Workers
    • Secretaries
    • Information Processing Personnel
    • Custodians, Maintenance, and Bus Driving Personnel

    For questions, contact:
    Great Oaks District Office
    Human Resources
    110 Great Oaks Drive
    (at 3254 E. Kemper Road)
    Cincinnati, OH 45241-1581
    Phone: 513-771-8840

    Click here for overview of benefits

    Other Area Job Openings listed by Great Oaks

    Job Title Employer Location(s) Posting Date Expiration Date Additional Info
    Building Opener & Welcome Desk Attendant Cooper Creek Events Center
    City of Blue Ash, Ohio
    		 06/24/2020 08/07/2020
    Rehab / Therapy Assistant HealthQuest, Inc
    Hillsboro, Ohio
    Blanchester, Ohio
    		 06/24/2020 07/24/2020
    Production Worker Welch Packaging
    Lebanon, Ohio
    		 06/23/2020 08/03/2020
    Diesel Mechanic Sodrel Truck Lines
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    		 06/23/2020 12/31/2020
    Collision Repair Apprentice Middletown Ford Body Shop
    Middletown, Ohio
    		 06/23/2020 07/23/2020
    Facilities Maintenance Laborer II Cooper Creek Events Center
    City of Blue Ash, Ohio
    		 06/23/2020 07/10/2020
    Mechanic Apprentice Linehaul Heavy Duty
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    		 06/23/2020 12/31/2020
    Craftsman / Handyman / Carpenter ProMaster Home Repair
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    		 06/22/2020 08/31/2020
    Endoscopy Technician University Endoscopy Center
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    		 06/22/2020 07/15/2020
    Laborer Jostin Construction
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    		 06/19/2020 08/01/2020

     

     

     

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  • Sophomores: Great Oaks now accepting applications for 2020-2021 school year

    Sophomores: Great Oaks now accepting applications for 2020-2021 school year

    About Great Oaks

    Great Oaks specializes in career and technical education for both high school students and adults. At four campuses, Great Oaks high school students prepare for careers and college, and adults get training and certification to begin a new career or advance in a current career.

    Over 30 career programs are available for high school students living in 36 area school districts.

    Adults can choose from a dozen full-time programs as well as part-time career certification classes and short-term classes for enjoyment and lifelong learning.

    Welcome to Great Oaks Online Application for Sophomores. The following are instructions regarding the completion of this application:

    • You must be a high school student to apply. If you are not a high school student, please see adult education programs
    • You must attend or reside in one of our district’s partner school districts
    • If you do not attend school or reside in one of our affiliate school districts, click the following link for procedures on how to apply as an out of district student.
    • You must have your parent’s approval to complete this application
    • Most of our programs are designed for juniors and seniors in high school.

    If you have any questions or concerns regarding our programs or applying for Great Oaks programs, contact one of the career specialists below:

    Continue to Application

  • Student and parent resources during Great Oaks closure

    Student and parent resources during Great Oaks closure

    As we all look forward to returning to school and preparing for future success together, here are some resources for studies and daily life.

    Sources for low-cost internet service (some may be further reduced or free during the Ohio school closure)

    Links for Great Oaks courses and materials

    Food resources for students

    Study and remote learning tips

    Places to visit, virtually

    Resources for mental health

    Dealing with COVID-19

  • Exploring college and career options: Free informational meetings for parents

    Exploring college and career options: Free informational meetings for parents

    One session in Loveland on Wednesday, January 15

    by Jon Weidlich

    Parents of middle school and high school students often don’t realize that attending a career-technical school can be an advantage for college-bound students, says education consultant Beth Probst of At The Core, LLC. “Attending a career center like Great Oaks in the Cincinnati area can provide experience, connections, professional credentials, college credit, and even a sense of purpose for students who plan to attend college,” she said, “But sometimes parents get focused on one single path for their kids.”

    Attending a career-technical school can be an advantage for college-bound students.

    That realization prompted her to begin offering free coffee chats for parents in southwestern and central Ohio to discuss the paths available. Probst, who works with families on college and career planning, is a believer in career-technical schools. “Like many parents, I had a perception of career centers from my own high school experience years ago. When I saw all that today’s career centers offer our high school students, I was blown away and knew that parents like me needed to understand the value to their college-bound kids.”

    The informal discussions include information on potential educational and career options as well as how to maximize the high school experience to be prepared for college.

    Four coffee chats, sponsored by Great Oaks Career Campuses and At The Core, are scheduled for southwest Ohio this winter. The chats are for parents of 6th-10th graders living in Great Oaks—affiliated school districts. They are:

    Loveland City Hall

    Wednesday, January 15 – 6:30 to 8:00 pm: Loveland City Hall, 120 West Loveland Avenue, Council Chambers Room, Loveland, OH 45140

    Symmes Township Branch Library

    Thursday, January 23 – 6:30 to 8:00 pm: Symmes Township Branch Library, 11850 Enyart Road, Meeting Room, Loveland, OH 45140

    Wyoming Library

    Monday, January 27 – 6:00 to 7:30 pm: Wyoming Library, 500 Springfield Pike, Meeting Room, Cincinnati, OH 45215

    The events are free but seating is limited. Registration is required at https://www.gettingatthecore.com/college-career-coffee-chats/. For more information about Great Oaks, go to hs.greatoaks.com.

  • Great Oaks now accepting high school applications for 2020-2021 school year

    Great Oaks now accepting high school applications for 2020-2021 school year

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    Welcome to Great Oaks Online Application. The following are instructions regarding the completion of this application:

    • You must be a high school student to apply. If you are not a high school student, please see adult education programs
    • You must attend or reside in one of our district’s partner school districts
    • You must have your parent’s approval to complete this application
    • Most of our programs are designed for juniors and seniors in high school.

    If you have any questions or concerns regarding our programs or applying for Great Oaks programs, contact one of the career specialists below:

    Continue to Application

  • Great Oaks Fire Academy earns state accreditation renewal

    Great Oaks Fire Academy earns state accreditation renewal

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    The Fire Academy at Great Oaks Career Campuses has earned a 3-year accreditation renewal from the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS (ODPS). The announcement was made after a recent site visit from an ODPS team in which Great Oaks met all requirements with no recommendations for improvement.

    The accreditation renewal certifies that Great Oaks can provide firefighter, EMT, Fire and EMS Instructor, and Fire Inspector courses leading to state certification in those fields.

    “The site team complimented the operations and outcomes of our programs, with some very specific comments on our first-time and cumulative pass rate—which is among the best in the state (among training facilities,” said Great Oaks Fire Safety Services Supervisor Johnny Mason. “They were also complimentary of the vision, support and environment that we have created for our students.”

    The Fire Academy at Great Oaks Career Campuses prepares adults for careers in fire fighting, and also provides area fire departments and industries with additional training and education. The Great Oaks Fire Academy is also one of just 63 agencies in the United States that is ProBoard Certified.

    For more information about the services offered at Great Oaks, contact Fire and Safety Services Supervisor Johnny Mason at 513.612.5834 or masonj@greatoaks.com.