Students in the automotive program were hard at work in the shop today, building real-world skills that prepare them for the "ROAD" 😉 ahead.

They were busy tackling a rear wheel bearing replacement and installing rear brake shoes.

CTE - It’s all about learning by doing!👏
8 days ago, Misty Leithead
student working
student working
student working
Students in the Law & Public Safety and Future Educators programs at MOVTI had the opportunity to learn about human trafficking from a panel of professionals today, including Chief Probation Officer Crystal Grize, Judge Tim Sweeney, and Danielle Stanley.

Students gained valuable insight into how trafficking occurs, warning signs to look for, and the importance of advocacy and prevention.
Experiences like this help prepare our students to be informed, responsible citizens and future professionals who can make a difference in their communities.
15 days ago, Misty Leithead
image of guest speaker
human trafficking presenter
Mid-Ohio Valley Technical Institute is proud to share that Chloe Bramos (Ritchie County High School) has been selected as the Reporter for the WV HOSA State Officer Team.

As Reporter, Chloe will help share WV HOSA news by preparing articles, working with local and school newspapers, supporting social media updates, and helping document activities and achievements throughout the year.

We are proud of Chloe and excited to see her represent MOVTI and WV HOSA!
17 days ago, Misty Leithead
Chloe Bramos headshot
We are incredibly proud of our MOVTI students who competed at the 2026 WV HOSA State Leadership Conference! Congratulations to all who participated and represented MOVTI so well! 👏🩺 🥈 Miya Johnson – Healthcare Administration 🥉 Clover Moody – Clinical Specialty 🥈 Kirsten Underwood – Patient Care Technician 🥈 Kendra Williamson & Adalyn Mayle – CPR / First Aid 🥉 Addison Yeager & Kiera Dowler – EMT 🥈 Shane DeWeese & Aiden Knight – EMT 🥈 Madison Richeson & Jasper Stringer – Health Career Display
19 days ago, Misty Leithead
students with medals
students with medals
students with medals
students with medals
students with medals
students with medals
students with medals
We loved welcoming students from Ritchie County High School for a tour! 🎉

They jumped into hands-on activities with our instructors and students, giving them a closer look at different career pathways and the many opportunities MOVTI offers.

Tour days like these help students explore their interests and see how hands-on learning can shape their future! 🚀
23 days ago, Misty Leithead
student in lab setting
student in lab setting
student in lab setting
student in lab setting
student in lab setting
student in lab setting
student in lab setting
student in lab setting
Baileigh Miller and Sabrina Tomey attended the 2026 West Virginia Educators Rising Conference in Canaan Valley this week. During the conference, they took part in competitive events, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities that allowed them to showcase their skills while learning from experienced educators and fellow students from across the state. These experiences gave them the opportunity to demonstrate their skills while continuing to grow in confidence, professionalism, and their interest in pursuing careers in education.
28 days ago, Misty Leithead
educators rising students
We were excited to welcome students from Tyler Consolidated High School for another great tour day! 🎉

Tour days like these give students the chance to explore their interests, try new skills, and start thinking about future careers. If you have high school student, encourage them to check out MOVTI next school year for hands-on learning and career exploration!
28 days ago, Misty Leithead
CTE students working
CTE students working
CTE students working
CTE students working
CTE students working
CTE students working
CTE students working
Congratulations to Advanced Medical students, Clover Moody and Emily Bush, on completing their first successful sticks! 💉🩸 #FutureHealthcareHeroes #CTEworks
29 days ago, Misty Leithead
medical students
medical students
Mid-Ohio Valley Technical Institute was proud to participate in the inaugural CTE Expo hosted by WVU Parkersburg alongside students from Roane-Jackson Technical Center and Caperton Center for Applied Technology!

Our students showcased their skills in hands-on competitions in Criminal Justice, Carpentry, Computer Science, Health, and Welding. We are especially proud to share that several of our students placed in their competitions. A true testament to their hard work and the commitment of our instructors!
30 days ago, Misty Leithead
students and instructor at CTE expo
students and instructor at CTE expo
students  at CTE expo
students  at CTE expo
students with awards
students with awards
students with awards
students with awards
We loved hosting students from Magnolia High School for another fun tour day!

They checked out two programs they were interested in and jumped right into hands-on activities with our instructors and students. Such a great opportunity to get a real, up-close look at our exciting career pathways!
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
students in lab
students in shop
students in lab
students in lab
student in shop
students in lab
students in classroom
students in shop
students in shop
We kicked off tour season today with freshmen and sophomores from St. Marys High School!

Students chose three programs to explore and participated in hands-on activities with our instructors and students, getting a real feel for our many different career pathways.

Have a freshman or sophomore at home? Encourage them to check out MOVTI next school year for career exploration and hands-on learning that brings their future goals to life!
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
students in a classroom setting
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible sponsors for their generous support of our SkillsUSA organization! Your commitment to empowering the next generation of skills professionals is helping us shape futures and foster a community of excellence!

Platinum Level Sponsors
People's Bank
Plumbers & Steamfitters #565
Synsqo
WVU Medicine

Gold Level Sponsors
Integrated Health Centers of WV
Metaltech Steel Company, LLC.
Millwrights Local 443
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
skillsUSA logo
Platinum Parkersburg Plumbers and Steamfitters Peoples Bank Syensqo WVU medicine Millwrights Local 443 MetalTech Integrated Health centers of wv

🎉 Weekly OSHA-10 Completer Shout-Outs! 🎉
Way to go to this week’s achievers who earned their OSHA-10 certifications! 💪👏

✅ Alyssa Winland- SMHS
✅ Aliya Smith- RCHS

about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
student with certificate
student with certificate
We are so grateful to Todd Knotts from Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 565 for spending his afternoon with our second-year welding students. Todd observed the students while they were welding and offered valuable advice. He will be selecting a few of our students to visit their shop and work alongside apprentice welders. This is a great opportunity for students who are interested in entering the workforce directly after graduation.
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
two people welding
two people welding
two people welding
welding instructor in welding shop
two people welding

🎉 Weekly OSHA-10 Completer Shout-Outs! 🎉
Way to go to this week’s achievers who earned their OSHA-10 certifications! 💪👏
✅Jacob White - RCHS
✅ Isiah Campbell – TCHS
✅ Ava Stout- RCHS (not pictured)

about 2 months ago, Misty Leithead
student holding certificate
student holding certificate
It’s certification season! 🎉

Congratulations to welding student Kellen Cress (RCHS) on earning his certification in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW).👏🔥
about 2 months ago, Misty Leithead
student and instructor with certificate
We ❤️ Career & Technical Education!

From skilled trades and healthcare to IT, public safety, and beyond, CTE prepares students with hands-on experience, real-world skills, and a direct path to relevant careers. Celebrate with us all month long as we shine a spotlight on the students, instructors, and programs at our tech center.

This image by our Multimedia Publishing students represents the programs at MOVTI. Every tool tells a story. Every skill builds a future.
about 2 months ago, Misty Leithead
CTE Month graphic  with tools from programs
A big thank you to the St. Mary Volunteer Fire Department for generously donating these tools to our Law & Public Safety Program for use with the breaching door. We also want to recognize our Carpentry and Drafting Programs for their great work on the custom case and plaque.
2 months ago, Misty Leithead
image of door breaching tools
🎉 Weekly OSHA-10 Completer Shout-Outs! 🎉
Way to go to this week’s achievers who earned their OSHA-10 certifications! 💪👏

✅ Shawta Ratliff – RCHS
✅ Steven Williams- TCHS
✅ Curtis Foland- SMHS
2 months ago, Misty Leithead
Student with OSHA 10 Certificate
Student with OSHA 10 Certificate
Student with OSHA 10 Certificate
Emergency services students practiced accurate medication measurements and safely administering IM injections. These essential skills build confidence, precision, and readiness for real-life emergency situations. #thisisCTE #handsonlearning
3 months ago, Misty Leithead
student practicing IM injection
student practicing IM injection
student practicing IM injection
student practicing IM injection