Buckeye Career Center to host Sophomore Career Exploration Days Nov. 3–7

More than 1,000 sophomores from Tuscarawas, Carroll and Holmes counties will visit Buckeye Career Center Nov. 3–7, to explore career options during Sophomore Career Exploration Days.

The annual event allows students to tour the campus and experience five of its more than 30 high school career-technical programs. Shyanne Carroll, BCC marketing coordinator, said the program is designed to help students connect classroom learning with career goals.

“We begin introducing the idea of Buckeye and career exploration in elementary and middle school,” Carroll said. “By the time they visit as sophomores, they’re starting to think seriously about what comes next. Seeing our students in action, meeting instructors and exploring our updated labs helps them make an informed decision and get a head start on their future.”

Throughout October, BCC marketing representatives are visiting partner schools to preview available programs and prepare sophomores for their visit. On campus, students will take part in hands-on activities in each lab and receive a complimentary lunch.

Programs available for exploration include agriculture and diesel technology, auto collision repair, auto technology, business and marketing, computer-aided design, commercial truck technology, computer technology and network systems, construction, cosmetology, culinary arts, dental assisting, electrical systems technology, energy operations, exercise science and sports medicine, fire and EMS technology, floral design and greenhouse management, graphic arts, HVAC-R, hospitality, intro to nursing, landscaping and turf management, law enforcement, masonry, meat cutting, deli and bakery, medical assisting, natural resources, outdoor power, pharmacy technician, precision machining, Project Lead the Way engineering, teaching professions, utility lineworker and welding.

Students interested in attending should contact their school counselor. Home-schooled and digital learners may call 330-339-2288 or email scarroll@buckeyecareercenter.org to register.

Participating districts include Newcomerstown, Conotton Valley, Claymont, Hiland, Indian Valley, New Philadelphia, Strasburg, Garaway, Dover, Tuscarawas Central Catholic, Carrollton and Tusky Valley.

The visits will conclude with BCC’s Fall Open House Thursday, Nov. 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., where prospective students and families can tour the facility, meet instructors and apply for the next school year.