BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT

UPCOMING EVENTS:

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2025 Teacher Tours
Jun 9
2025 Teacher Tours

Classes are June 9th, June 10th, June 11th, and June 12th from 9:00am - 4:30pm. Click for more information and to register.

Middle School STEAM Camp
Jun 16
Middle School STEAM Camp

For incoming 6th- 8th-grade students from Appalachian Ohio Counties.

High School STEAM Camp
Jul 28
High School STEAM Camp

For incoming 9th-12th-grade students from Appalachian Ohio Counties.

Community & Career Connected Learning Summit
Sep 26
Community & Career Connected Learning Summit

Students as Pathmakers

Supporting our region’s economy today and tomorrow.

BB2C’s mission is to foster student, business, & community relationships to inspire career choice through experience, entrepreneurship, and education.

We envision a region of successful students, prosperous businesses, and thriving communities.

We do this through our eight-point approach:

Our Network expands throughout Appalachia, OH.

Open Internship Opportunities

Learn More About Internships

Stories from the Epicenter

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Discover Arts Day
Discover Arts Day

Read about what students did at Discover Arts Day and why the event was offered. See photos from the event. Stories and photos were created by BB2C/Marietta College Communication Project Interns who connected with BB2C staff and had the opportunity to attend the event.

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BB2C Earns Four-Star Recognition for BAC Excellence
BB2C Earns Four-Star Recognition for BAC Excellence

This recognition underscores the collective commitment of BB2C’s partner schools, educators, businesses, community leaders, and students working together to create meaningful career pathways and opportunities.

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Real-World Learning: An Educator’s Journey with Real World Problem Scenario
Real-World Learning: An Educator’s Journey with Real World Problem Scenario

“I’ve always enjoyed creative lesson plans,” Warren educator Kerry Farnsworth explained. “It’s exciting to let the kids try something different. If it fails, it fails — but if it succeeds, it’s amazing!” That open mindset has led to some incredible student-driven outcomes over the years.

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Students as Pathmakers: Tech Internships
Students as Pathmakers: Tech Internships

At the end of March, Ethan and Gabby had a chance to come full circle by presenting on behalf of AI Owl at BB2C’s Discover IT Day. They are now the business representatives connecting with students from in and around Washington County to encourage and inspire students to explore career opportunities in the tech industry. This includes the opportunity to apply for the 2025 HSTI program, which is currently accepting applications from both students and businesses.

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