Students from Warren High School and Fort Frye High School graduated from a work-based learning program through the Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers Coalition, marking the program’s first graduating class.

Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel visited the Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ Coalition (AOMC) Training Center in Marietta today to kick off his WorkOhio Job Connector Tour.

Belpre High School (BHS) is expanding opportunities for students interested in engineering and advanced manufacturing through a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) Engineering Pathway, led by STEM educator Jamey Erb. During a recent K–12 Engagement call, Erb shared how the program is helping students build real-world technical skills while preparing for high-demand careers.

Dana Hermann, executive director for Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers’ Coalition, discussed a state budget line item funding the “Made in Appalachia” program, which is designed to train workers for manufacturing jobs through short-term training and career coaching.

Exciting Additions to Our AOMC Facility!

We are thrilled to announce the latest enhancements to our training facility: the addition of a CMM V108 and four Fanuc CRX-51A robots!