Knox County Career Center Schools

Knox County Career Center’s Building Trades program put in the new sidewalk next to Mount Vernon’s Energy Fieldhouse. Juniors and seniors in the Building Trades program excavated, graded, and poured the sidewalk. The entire process took about two and a half weeks to complete. Colby Clippinger, KCCC’s Building Trades instructor, commented, “It’s great to do a project that will benefit so many people in the community.” Rick Shaffer, Director of Maintenance and Safety at Mount Vernon City Schools, added, “It’s really all about the kids! They (KCCC’s Building Trades students) needed experience and we needed a sidewalk for the safety of our kids who are walking to and from the Energy Fieldhouse. The Building Trades program did a very professional job and we can’t wait to use them again.” “This project is another great example of the collaboration between schools and community partners, and KCCC students making a difference with their community service. Having a project near the KCCC campus is always a plus to maximize career technical lab time,” said Kathy Greenich, KCCC Superintendent.

KCCC's Staff gathered in the cafe to sing Christmas Carols to our students! Santa even made an appearance and passed out candy canes to students! Last day of school! Have a great winter break!

Have a great winter break!

The Tim Hall Food for the Hungry Service Award was established to honor the efforts of Tim Hall and KCCC students and recognizes students with a servant's heart who went above and beyond to help with the Food for the Hungry drive. Tim Hall, a longtime Collision Repair instructor at KCCC, has made it his mission to help serve Knox County since 1995. Years ago, Mr. Hall wanted to buy lab tools for the Collision Repair program. He had a conversation with Ray Richardson, KCCC Superintendent at the time, about purchasing the tools. Mr. Richardson obliged, but wanted to take things one step further. He asked Mr. Hall to work to instill a sense of giving with his students and find a way to give back to the community. Out of that conversation came a vision to restore vehicles by Mr. Hall. Since 1995 countless vehicles, mostly trucks, have been restored and sold with the profits going to those in need. Several trucks sold for $15,000-$20,000. One of the first vehicles to be auctioned for charity was a 1994 Z28 Camaro. In addition to restoring vehicles, Collision Repair students would also do car washes and collect food items. For several years, the money raised was donated to Make-A-Wish Foundation. Food for the Hungry then became a favorite for Collision Repair. To this day, former students still talk about their experience working on vehicles for the Food for the Hungry drive. Students sometimes spent part of their Thanksgiving Break and worked many hours to get the vehicles ready in time for the Food for the Hungry vehicle auction. Students took pride in the project and were proud to give of their time and efforts. The 2023 KCCC Tim Hall Food for the Hungry Service Award winners are: Kaleb Randall (Pre-Professional Mentorship) Bailey Thayer (Cosmetology) Gage Buzzard (Collision Repair) Abram Ball (Automotive Technology)

KCCC's Prechool children celebrated "Christmas Around the World" with our Early Childhood Education (ECE) program recently. Children explored various traditions and activities in different countries throughout the week (Mon-England, Tues-France, Wed-Sweden, and Thurs-Germany). Thank you to our KCCC Preschool staff, ECE instructor (Mrs. Blaney), and our ECE students for all your work in providing this opportunity to our children!

Holiday Spirit Weeks at KCCC Monday was "Sparkle & Shine Day"! 1 more day till KCCC's Winter Break!

Checking out KCCC's new HVAC program! The students are doing some neat things! Only 6 more days till Christmas!

Seniors in Cosmetology worked on acrylic nails with Christmas nail art. They also worked on perfecting their highlighting and lowlighting skills. Students in Cosmetology explore the strategies necessary to manage or own a salon or spa.

Students in Building Trades visited Brennstuhl Construction recently for a Demo Day. Brennstuhl Construction representatives showed them what they do and how they operate. Students had the opportunity to run the Asphalt Milling Machine. The students enjoyed this great educational field trip!

Peyton, a junior in Metal Fabrication and Welding, worked on stick welding in lab recently. Students in Metal Fabrication & Welding use modern equipment and welding techniques to fabricate, assemble, and repair metal components.

KCCC's staff enjoyed a lunch buffet that was prepared by our Culinary Arts students. Excellent job! We had a great lunch!

National Wreaths Across America Day Saturday, December 16, 2023 (TOMORROW) Currently, there are about 1050 veterans buried at the cemetery. Come to Mound View Cemetery on December 16 at noon for a brief ceremony and the wreath laying. This will typically take about one to two hours. It could take more or less time depending on the number of wreaths and volunteers we have. We look forward to seeing you there!

Students in Landscape Design & Management planted Oak and Honey Locust trees at Dan Emmett Elementary recently. Students also planted Honey Locust trees near High Street/Sandusky Street in Mount Vernon. Students in Landscape Design & Management enjoy completing these projects for our community!

Computer Network Technology is ready for the holidays! They have their tree all decked out with CNT components! Our CNT students enjoyed decorating the tree and the CNT lab!

Mrs. Klein & Mrs. Murphy's CollegeU-Business students held their annual breakfast and gift exchange this week as students finished up classes in December. The students had a great time celebrating together!

Mark your calendar! Tuesday, January 16 College Credit Plus Meeting 6:00-7:30 pm KCCC Cafeteria

"Let it Snow" Blue & White Spirit Day at KCCC!

Jared Robinson, agent/owner of Optimum Insurance, spoke with students at KCCC recently during math classes. Mr. Robinson talked to students about all types of insurance policies. He focused on automobile and home policies and also shared with the students why it is important to have liability insurance. This was a great educational opportunity for students as they continue to learn about the topic of insurance within the Consumer Math classes at KCCC.

KCCC & KTC's administration, along with our school board members, served our students Christmas lunch on Wednesday! Thank you to KCCC's cafeteria staff for preparing the food! It was delicious!

Juniors in HVAC had a class discussion on the components of a furnace and the job functions of each. Students in HVAC develop skills in the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) aspects for HVAC systems.