Open House Student & Program Spotlights Tech Prep Scholarships Free College Credit College & Career Days Students Earn State License Mark Your Calendar

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Come see the Millstream North opportunities 1200 Broad Ave. for you at (419) 425-8277 Millstream CTC! Automotive Technology Building & Grounds Millstream South Marketing with Co-op 1100 Broad Ave. Welding Technology (419) 425-8277 Diversified Cooperative Training Millstream EastComputer Networking Technology 620 Lynn St. Engineering & CAD Technology (419) 425-8214 Interactive Multimedia Automotive Maintenance Information Systems Support Childhood Education & Care Medical Technology Construction Skills Technology Office Services Cosmetology Programming & Software Culinary Arts Development Technology Hospitality & Food Services

419-425-8277 November 2006, Volume 3

We would like to welcome any new prospective students to our Open House on December 10. Call us at 419-425-8293 if you would like more information. Have a wonderful Holiday Season!

Attention Current Millstream

Program Students December 6th & 7th

Millstream CTC will hold visitations for next year’s incoming 10th grade students during these two days. Current 11th & 12th grade and Intro to Cos students will not be attending their regularly scheduled program time only. Students must attend their regularly scheduled academics. Some students have been asked to attend to represent their programs during this time to meet the new potential students. The 10th grade Transitional Career Experience and Occupational Transitions students WILL attend during their program times as scheduled. ALL students are to attend other

academic classes at their home schools.

Any questions, call 419-425-8293

Millstream’s Skills USA team “Accentuated The Positive” winning Most Original Float at the parade.

OPEN HOUSE for parents and students

Sunday, December 10th 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at all 3 locations

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Congratulations Findlay Rotary Club’s Students of the Month

October

Alyssa Marshall, a senior at Vanlue High School, is a student in the Programming & Web Development program.

Katie Schrier, a senior at Findlay High School, is a student in the Cosmetology program.

November

Jeanne Levy, a senior at Findlay High School, is a student in the Marketing program.

Amber Breyman, a senior at Findlay High School, is a student in the Marketing program.

December

Colin Phoenix, a junior at Findlay High School, is a student in the Building & Grounds program.

Michelle Terry, a senior at Findlay High School, is a student in the Programming & Software program.

Student & Program Spotlights

College Tech Prep Scholarships 2000 Reasons to Enroll in Millstream Tech Prep Programs

All Millstream College Tech Prep students are eligible for scholarships to area colleges. Recent scholarship announcements include $2000 scholarships available to ALL Tech Prep graduates at Owens Community College and Northwest State Community College. Rhodes State offers each Tech Prep student a $1000 scholarship. To become eligible, a student must meet minimum GPA requirements and continue in their Tech Prep Pathway at college. Parents must complete the FAFSA and submit results to each college. Students’ guidance counselors have specific information regarding GPA and pathway requirements. For more information about these scholarships, contact Tech Prep coordinator Jeff Walton, 419-425-8262 or jwalton@findlaycityschools.orgThe FAFSA - Free Application Federal Student Aid

To be eligible for any scholarship money available from Owens, Rhodes or Northwest the parents must complete the FAFSA. Completing the FAFSA should be done on-line between Jan. 1st and Feb. 28th. Parents must have their tax returns completed before completing the FAFSA. Paper copies of the FAFSA will be available in the Guidance office in December. All colleges use the FAFSA to award Federal & State aid, loans, and scholarships. Never pay for assistance to complete the FAFSA. See your counselor for details.

Millstream Students Earn Free College Credit from Northwest State College

Junior and senior students in selected Tech Prep programs may register for college credit in their program area. Millstream instructors are adjunct faculty at Northwest State and will deliver curriculum content consistent with college requirements. Students will receive an official college transcript for the courses completed. This is offered at no cost to the student or home school. Last year students from the following programs earned college credit: Engineering & CAD, Interactive Multimedia, Computer Networking & Information Support Systems, and Computer Programming. Millstream students earned a total of 244 credit hours on a college transcript at Northwest State Community College, Archbold. Students will again have the opportunity to participate in the program this year.

Millstream Student Organization Representatives 2006 - 2007

DECA Officers President - Ashley Maxwell, FHS Vice-President - Terra Quickle, FHS Secretary - Amber Loach, FHS Historian - Cassie Miller, FHS Skills USA Representatives President – Cory Bryan, McComb Delegates: Crystal Sons, FHS Garrett Gillett, Vanlue Katherine Hackworth, Vanlue Lynn Sakda, FHS

Business Professionals of America Chapter Officers Seniors President - Michelle Terry, FHS Vice President - Sam McKee, FHS Secretary - Jake Dunbar, FHS Treasurer - Jarrad Hipsher, Arcadia Parliamentarian - Adam Elsea, FHS Historian - Glenn Brink, Van Buren Junior Class Officers President - Matt VO, FHS Vice President - Brent Kathrens, FHS Secretary - Peter Kingery, FHS Treasurer - Phil Runion, FHS Parliamentarian - Rachael Leary, Cory Rawson Historian - Brett Gochenauer, FHS

College Tech Prep Construction Cosmetology

Medical Technology

Millstream Outstanding Educator 2005-2006

Julie Lane, Hospitality & Food Service Instructor

Students Presenting at Future Options

Medical Technology All 19 juniors in the 2005-2006 Medical Technology Class passed the licensure exam for State Tested Nurses Aide (STNA). This license has allowed students to obtain employment during high school and is a big step towards becoming a Registered Nurse.

Congratulations to all students on this fine achievement!

College and Career Days Coming in December

Millstream Career & Technology Center will be hosting an all day College Event on December 12, 2006 at Millstream South, for all Tech Prep students, both junior’s and senior’s as well as students from Marketing, Childcare, Office Services, and Culinary Arts. Presenters will represent two years and four years traditional and non traditional education, as well as recent graduates. In addition, there will be a college Career Day for students in Auto Tech Prep, Building & Grounds Maintenance, Construction Skills, DCT and Welding on December 20, 2006. Presenters will represent two and four year institutions, certified programs and employers who offer apprenticeships.

For more information, please contact Ron Keller at 419-425-8293.

Students Earn Ohio Licenses while attending Millstream Cosmetology 25 Seniors from the 2006 Cosmetology program passed the Ohio Cosmetology Board exam to become Licensed Cosmetologists before they graduated high school. All are currently employed or furthering their training in Cosmetology.

Tony Fenstermaker was recently awarded a Martha Holden Jennings Foundation grant. He used the funding to purchase additional technology, including an interactive Electronic Whiteboard, a multimedia projection unit, data CDs and storage drives to archive files. Mr. Fenstermaker incorporates technology into his English classes as part of an effort to integrate College Tech Prep curriculum into academics.

Area 8th Graders Attend Future Options

The courses 8th grade students select for their freshman year are the start of a four year plan that will determine what career choices are open to them at graduation. The “Future Options” program informs students about the academic skills they will need to pursue their career choice. Students attended sessions that discussed what is needed to enter colleges, apprenticeship programs, the military along with mini-presentations by students from college tech prep and vocational programs at Millstream.

Millstream East Campus Offers Skilled Services to the Public

Spa Day Saturday January 13, 2007

or Saturday February 17, 2007 8:00-12:00 or 12:00-4:00

Your special day includes: -Spa manicure -Spa pedicure

-Facial with makeup application -Shampoo and Style

-Light Lunch $50.00

Call today for an appointment: (419)425-3548 or (419)425-8398

All services are preformed by Senior Cosmetology students. This is a fundraiser to raise money for their senior trip to

the Chicago Hairshow Salon is open to the public Tuesday– Friday 12:30-2:00

Walk-ins Welcome

Culinary Arts is a two year program offered at Millstream

East. Students utilize all popular cooking methods to prepare a

wide variety of foods and baked items, use standardized formulas and recipes while maintaining a safe and sanitary food service

environment. *Catering also available*

Millstream Café Hours

Themed Buffets German Oktoberfest buffet Italian Extravaganza Mexican Fiesta

The Millstream Café presented to you by:

Culinary Arts

Handicapped accessible parking

outside the door.

Themed Buffet:

$4.50 per person

(Menu items also available)

Instructor: Janet Greiner

Aide: Dustin Rader

620 Lynn St., Findlay, OH

Wednesday and Thursday

10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.

Auto Maintenance Technologies

Phone: 419-425-8244

Technologies provides the following auto & truck services

Starting AtAuto Detailing $39.95 For cars, trucks & mini-vans (small and full-size) Tire Service $5.00 Mounting, balancing, tire repair and rotation Brake Service $6.00 Pads, rotors, shoes, drums and bearings Lube Service $5.00 Change oil, filter, chassis lube, check fluids, 27 pt. safety inspection Engine Tune Up $15.00 4, 6 and 8 cylinders

(Other lab fees based on hourly rate) *Prices subject to Change

depending on Vehicle. (Parts not included)

620 Lynn Street

Findlay, OH

Call for an appointment

Millstream Auto Maintenance

Kinder Village Preschool

Millstream East 620 Lynn Street

Findlay, Ohio

419.425.3037 “We believe children learn best through

hands-on

Mrs. Jennifer Kovach

Director

Mrs. Nancy Janton

Pre-K Certified Teacher

Seeking four year olds 8:30-11:30 Tues./Wed./Thurs. September through May

experiences provided through play.”

Millstream Featured on Local Radio

Mark Your Calendar Dec. 5th LATE START Dec. 10th OPEN HOUSE Dec. 22nd MCTC Applications DUE Dec. 25th –Jan. 2nd CHRISTMAS VACATION Jan. 3rd CLASSES RESUME Jan. 15th No School – Martin Luther King Day Jan. 19th 2nd 9-week Grading Period Ends Feb. 8th LATE START Feb. 14th ASFAB Testing – MSS Commons Feb. 16th Skills USA Reg. Competition @ Terra Tech Community College Feb. 19th No School – President’s Day Feb. 21st Local Tech Prep Showcase Feb. 28th Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:30pm – 7:30 pm Mar. 7th Regional Tech Prep Showcase Mar. 12th-16th 10th Grade OGT Testing Mar. 23rd 3rd 9-week Grading Period Ends Apr. 2nd-9th SPRING BREAK Apr. 10th CLASSES RESUME Apr. 18th LATE START May 10th NTHS – 6:00pm-8:00pm Central Auditorium May 28th No School – Memorial Day June 4th Last Day for FHS Seniors June 7th Last Day for Students June 7th 4th 9-week Grading Period Ends

On Wednesday, November 29th Keith & Beth from MiX 96.7 FM brought their morning show to Millstream. They featured Millstream programs during interviews with teachers, students and staff.

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