Career Learning Chronicle
September 2025
Welcome from Mrs. Morris, Career Learning Principal
Welcome back to a new school year! I am excited to kick off another year of hands-on learning, career exploration, and skill-building through our CTE programs.
This year, I am thrilled to introduce two new pathways, Animal Science and Culinary Arts, giving students even more opportunities to explore their interests and prepare for future careers.
I am also excited to introduce our new CTE support staff and teachers - Heather Fannin, Kristie Fetty, Sarah Kidd, Sara Mazur, Dawn Morton, Shayna Pothast & Taylor Stanley!
To start the year strong, here are a few tips for success in CTE:
* Stay engaged and ask questions in class.
* Attend CTSO meetings and Skill Builder Tuesday Sessions.
* Make a plan to log your WBL hours in PortfoliOH.
* Collaborate with peers and learn from industry partners.
* Set personal goals and reflect regularly on your growth.
I can’t wait to see all the amazing things our students accomplish in CTE this year!
~Mrs. Morris
PortfoliOH: Your Skills, Your Story
PortfoliOH is your digital space to track all your Work-Based Learning experiences, like internships, job shadows, community service and school projects. Upload photos, reflections, and other evidence to show what you’ve learned.
As you log hours and complete milestones, you can see your progress and growth over time. It’s a fun and motivating way to build a portfolio you can be proud of, perfect for college applications, job resumes, and future opportunities.
Talk to your CTE teachers to set up your PortfoliOH account and start tracking your experiences!
Personal Concerns and College/Career Planning
If you are a CTE pathway student and would like support in the areas of academic planning & progress towards graduation, college and career planning, or have personal concerns (social, emotional, mental health, etc.), please reach out to your school counselor:
CTE Pathway Students with last names A-K: Mrs. Alonzo at salonzo@ohva.org or 419-482-0948 ext. 7131
CTE Pathway Students with last names L-Z: Mrs. Bard at tbard@ohva.org or 419-482-0948 ext. 7283
If you are a CTE Explorations student or are not participating in a CTE pathway right now, please reach out to your assigned school counselor, who is the teacher listed in your Finding Your Path course and School Counselor classroom. Click here for counselor contact information.
