Bridging Understanding
What do you need to know about being a mental health counselor? This is the question that 7th grader Gabriel Inman had. Through BB2C’s Career Mentor program, he was able to interview counselor Larkin Warsinsky from the Southeastern Ohio Counseling Center.
Sun Power Takes Center Stage at Marietta's Earth Day!
BB2C’s Makerspace partners with area businesses and organizations to bring to life new ideas and innovations that underscore what thriving communities look like. This collaborative project harnessed the power of the sun!
State-Wide High School Tech Internship Opportunity
The Ohio Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation provides funding for high school students who intern with employers in technology-based positions. BB2C was selected to be the intermediary for this program for 25 counties in Southeastern Ohio. The program reimburses employers for hosting high school interns in technology-focused positions.
2023 Business Partners of the Year
Bridging the gap between education and employment is all about business partners connecting with and working with educators and students. BB2C’s 2023 Business Partners of the Year worked through our programs and events to engage with schools in unique and deeply appreciated ways.
Navigating the Professional Jungle: Vinton County High School's Mock Interview Program
For Vinton County High seniors, this wasn't your run-of-the-mill interview prep. According to one student, "It helped me get ready for real-life interviews." The program isn't just about questions; it's a preparation for the unglamorous reality of the professional world.
Interlocking Visions: A Creative Exploration of BB2C's Why
WHAT, WHY, and HOW are important questions not only for BB2C’s staff, but also our board members. Staff members Emily Bentley and Jenna Stewart designed a new activity to engage our stakeholders in reflecting on their connection with and vision for BB2C’s missing using a fun, unique shape.
Learning to Make Good Decisions Before Making Career Decisions
Success skills don’t just help you in your career, they also help prepare you to choose your career. Middle school career mentoring helps students succeed. A highlight of the program is the annual field trip to Marietta College for the students and their mentors.
Real World Problem Scenarios
"I'm so excited to give our students the chance to do something student-led," expressed [a] participant. "I'm learning that our students don't get many opportunities to be pushed like this, so I think they're going to be excited for the freedom and change of pace!"
Real World Problem Scenario envisions a future where students not only grasp theoretical concepts in the classroom but also apply them in real-world settings.
Students Solving Problems
Students are working to solve behavioral health problems in their school and their communities. This county-wide program brings together youth-led prevention, entrepreneurial problem-solution-action, and service-learning models while showcasing healthcare pathways to students.
Healthcare Pathways
50 high school students from Washington and surrounding counties learned from presenters from Washington State Community College, Memorial Health System, and Washington County Career Center-Adult tech. The day was sponsored by Par Mar stores, Smitty’s PIzza, and Memorial Health System.
Empowering Educators: A Tale of Two Resources
New resource compilations for educators to use with students & parents. Check out our resource page to see all the resources we’ve created and compiled!
Internship Grows Plants and Capacity!
BB2C partners with local nonprofits to help kids explore career opportunities through internships.
Making the New Year Bright!
Makerspace memberships make great gifts. Because Makerspace makers make great things! Not to mention the skills they develop and refine along the way.
Annual Report
Our School Year 2023 (September 2022 - August 2023) Annual Report looks back on the amazing collaborations, partnerships, and outcomes.
Partnering to Discover
Discover Medical Careers and Healthcare Pathways! Two different events; numerous partners, and great opportunities for students to learn about career opportunities! Don’t miss the second event on January 26.
Asset Mapping in the Network
The BB2C Network Team uses asset mapping with school, business, and community leaders interested in bridging the gap between education and emoyment in different counties in Appalachia.
Homeschool & Making
Our Homeschool Makers Club meets weekly to provide hands-on activities in our local homeschooling community.
Addressing the Exposure Gap
Photo Credit: OhioSE
"We do not have a talent gap, we have an exposure gap.”
JobsOhio visited the BB2C Epicenter and held a roundtable discussion on the educational and workforce development needs of Southeast Ohio.
Calling students, families, educators, and businesses
See you on Wednesday, November 1 at the Washington County Fairgrounds for our annual Family Career Awareness Day event! Pizza, career conversations, and door prizes for students and their families!
Making Career Connections
Our first Discover Day event, Discover Accounting Day with Perry & Associates, was made possible