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 Hocking Students Tutor in Local Elementary Schools
The Hocking College Youth Tutoring Program is a service-learning program that trains students as youth tutors and places 10-20 of them in local elementary schools and after-school programs, at no cost to the community.
Students tutor local elementary students as part of the federal work-study America Reads program. The Tutoring Program is facilitated through the Hocking College Community Outreach Center, which hires and places the tutors. The program places tutors at three Athens County schools, the Logan-Hocking School District and schools in Fairfield County.
"With budget cuts and fewer classroom assistants, most public schools are eager to get the help. Hocking student employees may choose the schools in which they will tutor, and the choice is often based on class schedules and proximity to the college," Suzanne Brooks-Korner, Community Outreach Coordinator, said.
Elementary school representatives agree that the tutoring program offers important student success support. "The relationship between Hocking College and Nelsonville-York City Schools has been a very positive one. We have built strong relationships with staff and students from Hocking College. The tutors have increased elementary student learning and assisted teachers and staff. Through the assistance of tutors, our children receive one-on-one attention, increase academic scores, and build higher self esteem. This has been a great thing," Lindy Douglas, Nelsonville-York Elementary School Assistant Principal, said.
Hocking students from all programs volunteer for the Youth Tutoring Program, providing the elementary students with exposure to various future career choices. First-year nursing student Jasmine Flora, tutoring at Trimble Elementary, commented, "I'm working in the first grade classroom of the teacher I had in first grade. I tell the kids that, when I was their age, I was in this class, and they look up at me and see how far I have come and seem really inspired. When I walk into the classroom, and all the kids rush up to hug me, and they have huge smiles on their faces, it's very rewarding to know I am helping and seeing them improve."
Lyndsey Alexander, a Culinary Arts student from Amanda, enjoyed her tutoring experience at Nelsonville-York Elementary, "I've learned that some of the kids are struggling, and I get as excited as they do when they do well on tests or papers. They are so cute, and I am glad to be able to help them."
Baltic, Ohio resident Steph Ely has been tutoring in a first grade classroom at Nelsonville-York Elementary for two years. She was an Ecotourism student and, after her tutoring experience, liked it so much that she began work toward an Early Childhood Education degree, too. After she graduates this summer, she will take courses at Kent State University toward a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education.
Brooks-Korner adds that the program has been quite popular, and they hope to add additional elementary partners in surrounding counties next year.
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Excellence Award Nominations Accepted
Nominations of Hocking College employees for the Excellence in Instruction, Excellence in Service and the Curtis Miles Service awards are now being accepted. Nomination forms that provide more information about the awards can be found on the homepage of the Hocking College website and below. The deadline for nominations is 5 p.m. on Monday, April 30, 2012. Nominations should be sent to the Awards Committees c/o Laura Kreider, Oakley 204.
2012 Excellence in Instruction
2012 Excellence in Service
2012 Curtis Miles Service Award
Award winners will be announced at Hocking College's All Staff Luncheon on August 20, 2012.
If you would like more information, please contact Laura Kreider, Director, Professional Development, ext. 7038.
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 Ziegler Receives Interpretation Award
Retired Natural Resources instructor Dave Ziegler was recently awarded the "Outstanding Retired Interpreter Award" from the National Association for Interpretation Great Lakes Region IV. The award is presented to one region four member who has dedicated his lifetime career to interpretation.
A special plaque will be posted in the Natural Resources building for the next year, along with winners from years past. The School of Natural Resources will also place a sundial outside of the Natural Resources building in commemoration of his retirement.
Congratulations to Dave on this well-deserved award!
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 Reminder: Wear Blue to Work Day April 11
The Athens County Children Services Board invites community members to participate in their Wear Blue to Work Day Wednesday, April 11, to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect.
If you are interested in participating, please see Anita Weisenbach in the President's Office at JL146 to pick-up a "Wear Blue to Work" day button.
In 2011, Athens County Children Services received 1,375 reports of child abuse and neglect. The agency has chosen to host an event as a part of Child Abuse Prevention Month, to raise community awareness and hopefully lower this figure.
You can also "Like"Athens County Children Services on Facebook and share the Wear Blue to Work Day event with friends and colleagues.
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Ohio Auditor of State Fraud Reporting Information
The Ohio Auditor of State's office maintains a system for the reporting of fraud, including misuse of public money by any official or office. The system allows all Ohio citizens, including public employees, the opportunity to make anonymous complaints through a toll free number, the Auditor of State's website, or through the United States mail.
For additional information, please see the attached memo from the Ohio Auditor of State's Office.
Auditor of State's fraud contact information:
Telephone: 866.FRAUD OH (866.372.8364)
US Mail:
Ohio Auditor of State's office
Special Investigations Unit
88 East Broad Street
P.O. Box 1140
Columbus, OH 43215
Web: www.ohioauditor.gov
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 "Mixed Bag" Exhibition
Visit the Hocking College Art Gallery for a multi-media exhibition of student work, featuring photography, painting, drawing, glass, ceramic, wood and metal from students in the Art, Design and Marketing Program.
The "Mixed Bag" Exhibition continues through April 21, 2012.
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 Music Faculty and Students Attend Audio Student Summit
Schmitt presented three workshops,for a total of five times, while the students attended sessions on a wealth of audio topics and workshops hosted by big named audio professionals.
"Students heard hilarious anecdotes from audio engineers for artists such as Ozzy Osbourne, Linkin Park and Allison Krauss, learned tips for the studio, finding job in the industry and other great topics," Schmitt said.
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Hocking College Recognized for Energy Efficiency
Hocking College recently received a certificate of recognition from AEP Ohio for completion of our energy efficiency project.
Through an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block grant program, Hocking was awarded $440,000 in funds to upgrade our HVAC systems, control systems, occupancy sensors and boilers throughout campus. According to the certificate, the upgrade has already resulted in reduced energy use by 391545 kWh per year and reduced CO2 emissions of 335.1 by tons, which equals as many as 53 cars off the road per year.
"Please accept our congratulations on your forward thinking energy efficiency efforts," Andy McCabe, AEP Ohio, said.
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Trail Patrol Training Offered at the Wayne National Forest
Registration is underway for a free Trail Patrol Workshop on Saturday and Sunday, April 21-22 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Wayne National Forest Headquarters between Nelsonville and The Plains.
The Athens District of the Wayne National Forest is looking for volunteers who are interested in becoming trail patrol hosts on the Monday Creek OHV Trail System. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and own an ATV or off-highway motorcycle in good working condition.
Trail Patrol Hosts are a group of specially trained adult volunteers riding motorcycles or all-terrain vehicles on designated trails throughout the National Forest. They are responsible for greeting fellow ATV/OHM enthusiasts, handling emergencies, and passing along information about trail use on the Wayne National Forest.
Host volunteers also participate in special projects jointly identified with the Forest Service. These projects are varied and include, but are not limited to, trail maintenance, blocking and rehabilitating unauthorized trails, fence repair, tree planting, youth activities, conservation, and other public education projects. Typically, volunteers provide their own transportation to the project site. However, there may be times volunteers may ride with Forest Service personnel or drive Forest Service vehicles if one is available, and the volunteer has been authorized.
For more information and a registration form, please contact Stan Carte at 740.753.0540. Follow the Wayne National Forest on Twitter: @waynenationalfs
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Mission
Hocking College provides a unique, innovative, and quality education in a supportive experience- based learning environment, preparing students for employment and transfer education opportunities, while teaching the value of lifelong learning, promoting diversity and developing citizens who are engaged in their local and global communities.
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Hocking Student Essay Featured on NPR
| Hocking Practical Nursing Student Chelsey Bierly recently had her essay entitled, "Lying Is Okay Sometimes," accepted and posted on the National Public Radio website for their "This I Believe" project. The essay was written as an assignment for her COMM II class, with instructor Karen Kornmiller.
This I Believe is an international organization engaging people in writing and sharing essays describing the core values that guide their daily lives. Some 100,000 of these essays, written by people from all walks of life, are archived on the website, heard on public radio, chronicled through books, and featured in weekly podcasts. The project is based on the popular 1950s radio series of the same name hosted by Edward R. Murrow.
Great job to Chelsey and Karen!
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| Hocking Alum Nominated as Red Cross Hero
The American Red Cross of Clinton and Highland counties recently announced nominees for the Emergency Services Hero and Emergency Action Hero awards.
Jason Lagore of Laurelville, 2004 Wildlife Management graduate, has been nominated for his heroic efforts in helping to rescue two teenagers who slipped over an embankment at Cowan Lake State Park.
Lagore has been a park officer for the Ohio State Parks in the Cowan Lake Region since 2005. Most recently, he has taken on the responsibility of being the newest K-9 officer for the Ohio State Parks.
For additional information on the nomination, visit the Wilmington News Journal article.
Kudos to Jason for his amazing efforts and being a stellar representative of Hocking College!
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