Blog Entries - 2021
CCP Informational Meeting to be held at Switzerland of Ohio Local SD
Switzerland of Ohio Local School District College Credit Plus (CCP) Informational Meeting When: Monday, January 24, 2022Time: 6 P.M.Where: Swiss Hills Career Center Any student planning on taking College Credit
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSkyvue Elementary Closed - Wed., Nov. 24, 2021
Skyvue Elementary will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, November 24, 2021, due to a water line break.
School will resume on Tuesday, November 30, 2021.
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SOLSD Regular Board Meeting Notice
Monroe Central @ River Football Tickets
Monroe Central @ River Tickets
Region 27 Football game
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Free Breakfast and Lunch for Enrolled Students
Exciting News! The Switzerland School District is partnering with Innovation Foods to provide breakfast and lunch for enrolled students in the school district. Shipments will take place through July and August. A box of 7 breakfasts and lunches will be
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSeniors accepted into Local 18 Apprenticeship program
Congratulations to David Daniles, Garrett Schafer, and Dale Seiler who have been selected into the Local 18 Ohio Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Program. David, Garrett, and Dale are all SHCC seniors and will begin their apprenticeships in June. SOLSD put
Blog Entry Synopsis EndAgriculture students learn flower arranging
In honor of Mother’s Day, agriculture students learned flower arranging, and then put their newfound knowledge to use in preparing vases for Mother’s
Blog Entry Synopsis EndNational Prevention Week
This past week was National Prevention Week, an annual health observance dedicated to increasing public awareness of, and action around, mental health and/or substance use disorders. SOLSD wanted to take a second to share some information about National
Blog Entry Synopsis EndLocal 18 Operating Engineers show students how to use drones in the industry
On May 10, the Local 18 Operating Engineers demonstrated how they use their drones in the Heavy Equipment Industry. Students were able to see how drones can be used to conduct inspections within the
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFCC Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is now offering the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, which will help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. This new benefit will connect eligible households
Blog Entry Synopsis EndHigh School & Elementary Summer School Programs
SOLSD will be offering Summer School programs for both high school and elementary students within the district. Below is information on the programs themselves, as well as the registration links. All high school program classes will be offered
Blog Entry Synopsis EndASPIRE program survey & schedule change
SOLSD’s “ASPIRE” GED program has moved their times to accompany more working people. The classes will still be held on Tuesday-Thursday, but are now at 4:00 - 7:00 PM. Below is a quick survey about potential adult classes SOLSD is
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSHCC Staff visits Upper Valley Career Center
Swiss Hills Career Center and other career centers around the state collaborate regularly to learn from each other. On April 19, SHCC Staff visited Upper Valley Career Center to learn more about incorporating apprenticeships into the curriculum for Swiss
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSummer School Registration
There are two options for summer school registration: Elementary "Camp Swiss" for grades K-8 - July 5-August 16, 2021 8:30 a.m. - noon - REGISTER HERE High School Summer School - June 14-July 23, 2021 8:30 a.m. - noon -
Blog Entry Synopsis EndWelding & Construction students intern at American Heavy Plates
Thirteen SHCC students have been selected to intern at American Heavy Plates (AHP), the go-to heavy plate provider for American manufacturing. AHP is revolutionizing the steel plate buying experience, providing steel ingots and slabs for the
Blog Entry Synopsis EndManufacturing Engineering Program expanding
The SHCC has broadened its Manufacturing Engineering program in 2021 with the addition of a new Innovation Center that includes new Fanuc Robots, CNC Mill and CNC Lathe machines, and a Chemical Operator training system. The new equipment provides
Blog Entry Synopsis EndPfizer vaccination opportunity for students 16-18
The district is working with the Monroe County Health Department to provide the opportunity for students ages 16-18 to receive the Pfizer vaccination. Forms are available in your high school office and must be returned by Monday, April 19, 2021 in order to
Blog Entry Synopsis EndWSCC alignment to Swiss Hills CTE courses
As you know, the Washington State Community College (WSCC) and SOLSD have been working to offer college credit courses for our students that will allow them to save thousands of dollars when they go off to college. SHCC now has a couple of classes whose
Blog Entry Synopsis EndAttention all parents, guardians, and educators of students with special needs ages 14-22
Join us for our 1st Virtual Transition Fair on April 29th from 1:00 PM - 8:00 pm! We are excited to have LeDerick Horne as our keynote speaker from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM. There will also be numerous breakout rooms with speakers who will discuss topics
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSkillsUSA students compete in Regional & State Championships
Despite the pandemic, SkillsUSA students have managed to stay busy preparing and competing against other career centers in the state. We have had one team and one individual compete at SkillsUSA competitions so far; the construction trades will be competing
Blog Entry Synopsis EndHonors & Perfect Attendance students
Congratulations to our students who have been awarded with Honors this semester. We are very proud of all of our students for persevering through these trying and inconsistent times; we understand how difficult it is to stay focused and dedicated to your
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSchool Calendar for 2021-22
Schedule for following two weeks
We hope you all had a great week! Here is the schedule for the following two weeks. March 29-April 2: Monday, March 29 - All students in attendance Tuesday, March 30 - All students in attendance Wednesday, March 31
Blog Entry Synopsis EndStudents visit SHCC to preview programs
On March 8 and 9, over 200 freshmen and sophomore students in the Switzerland of Ohio school district visited Swiss Hills Career Center to preview programs as options for their next years in high school. The group visited the Cosmetology, Culinary, Heavy
Blog Entry Synopsis EndStudents earn NIMS credentials
At Swiss Hills Career Center, the goal is to prepare students for a rewarding and profitable career immediately following their high school graduation. One of the ways we are helping make our students valuable to employers is through NIMS
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSH instructors visit Tri-Rivers to gain insight
Tri-Rivers Career Center in Marion, OH is recognized as providing excellent career and technical education (CTE), with the state’s Lt. Governor often turning to them for guidance in CTE requirements. So when Swiss Hills instructors in the automotive,
Blog Entry Synopsis EndWSCC President & Workforce Development Team visit SHCC
On Thursday, February 25, Dr. Vicky Wood, President of Washington State Community College (WSCC) and her Workforce Development Team visited Swiss Hills Career Center’s Innovation Lab, Automotive Lab, and Welding Lab. WSCC and SOLSD have been
Blog Entry Synopsis EndOhio Valley ESC hosts Hybrid Learning Summit
The Ohio Valley Education Service Center (ESC) hosted the 2021 Hybrid Learning Summit on Wednesday, February 17. Fifty-five educators attended, learning from 15 local presenters on a variety of topics. Our own Mr. Trevor Biggs, an Intervention Specialist at
Blog Entry Synopsis EndFFA Week celebrates SHCC’s students and staff
SHCC’s FFA chapter celebrated FFA Week, with themed days throughout the week like wearing red, white, and blue, wearing tractor colors, and more. Throughout the week, SHCC students treated the staff to brunch as a thank you for their hard work and
Blog Entry Synopsis EndLt. Governor Husted announces completion of first phase of Broadband Telehealth Pilot Project
On February 4, Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted announced the first phase of the Broadband Telehealth Pilot Project at SOLSD is fully operational. The project included partners InnovateOhio, BroadbandOhio, the Ohio Department of Education, the Ohio
Blog Entry Synopsis EndSchedule reminders
What a snowy week we’ve had here at Swiss Hills! This is a reminder of our upcoming schedule, not including any potential future snow storms: No school Monday, February 15, in observance of Presidents’ Day. Tuesday, February 16,
Blog Entry Synopsis EndWelders prepare for Credential Exam
The Swiss Hills welding students have been working hard practicing their skills to pass the Welding Credential Exam. This exam documents a welder’s capability to create welds of acceptable quality following a well-defined welding procedure. Each
Blog Entry Synopsis EndMeet SHCC’s English teachers
Here at SHCC, we are privileged to employ teachers who not only have a full educational background, but a passion for teaching our students to the best of their abilities. We would like to introduce our two English teachers, Ms. Roberts and Mr. Colley, to our
Blog Entry Synopsis EndASPIRE programs offer adults opportunity to receive HS diploma & industry credentials
If you are 22+ or a dropout (age 16-18) and haven’t received your HS diploma, SOLSD is now offering programs that will allow you to receive a diploma along with industry credentials for your desired field! Through Ohio Higher Ed, SOLSD is now offering
Blog Entry Synopsis EndWelcome back
We hope you all had a break full of family time and relaxation. Please remember to be kind to yourselves during this time; we are living through history, and it’s okay to not feel 100%. We are definitely excited to see our students, whether it be
Blog Entry Synopsis EndHybrid schedule reminder for upcoming week
This is a reminder we are using the hybrid schedule for the upcoming week. Here is a breakdown of where your students should be, and when: January 18 - Happy Martin Luther King Day! There will be no school. January 19 & January 20 -
Blog Entry Synopsis EndHonor Roll
Congratulations to our students who made the Honor Roll for our second nine-week period. We understand it can be difficult for students to focus and stay vigilant without the consistency of being in our building; we would like to recognize these students for
Blog Entry Synopsis EndNo cost meals provided to ALL SOLSD students
This year, during times of remote or hybrid learning, SOLSD is providing meals at no cost to any student enrolled in the school district. Meals are available for pick-up during designated school building hours. Parents will receive five breakfasts and
Blog Entry Synopsis EndDistrict-Wide Musical Meeting
There will be a parent meeting for all cast and crew members for the District Musical When: Monday, December 20 Time: 6pm Where: Swiss Hills Career Center If any parent has questions regarding this meeting, please contact your school
Blog Entry Synopsis EndDistrict Graduation Dates
High School Graduation Dates Swiss Hills Career Center - Certificate Ceremony: Thursday, May 27, 2021 @ 7:00PM Beallsville High School: Friday, May 28th, 2021 @ 7:00PM River High School: Saturday, May 29th, 2021 @ 2:00PM Monroe Central High School:
Blog Entry Synopsis EndDistrict Spelling Bee
Time: Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at 7 pm
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