Good news! Max is back on his feet! And to celebrate, he and Mistletoe headed straight to our Photography & Digital Media studio for a festive photo shoot.

Today’s models? Their loyal GI Joe friends, fully decked out in holiday spirit. 🎄

Mistletoe took charge of the creative direction (naturally), while Max handled the studio lights. Together, they set up the perfect winter scene and captured some truly elf-worthy holiday magic.✨📷
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
tiny photoshoot with the Christmas elves
GI Joe friends in their holiday photoshoot
After his daring climbing stunt in carpentry yesterday, Max found himself in the caring hands of Nurse Mistletoe today! 👩‍⚕️🩺

She wasted no time getting him bandaged up, propped on a tiny hospital bed, and stocked with holiday-themed Band-Aids!

Max is resting comfortably (though he might be milking the situation just a bit 🤭), and Mistletoe is proving she’s a natural in the health sciences program.

Don’t worry, with a little TLC, he’ll be back to mischief in no time...
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
elves in nursing classroom
Mistletoe and Max took their curiosity to the carpentry shop today and things got a little more adventurous than planned! 😅

The two decided tape measures made the perfect climbing ropes, but Max quickly learned an important lesson: when you’re working at “elf-height,” you definitely should be wearing a harness!

Stay tuned… something tells us he might be making a visit to another program for a check-up soon! ✨
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
elves in construction shop
Today, Mistletoe and Max made themselves right at home in Mrs. Redin’s Future Educator's classroom and decided it was the perfect place for story time!

They gathered up Mrs. Redin’s adorable stuffed animal friends, found a comfy spot under the Christmas tree, and began reading aloud like true classroom helpers. Max turned the pages while Mistletoe did the voices. According to their audience, it was a 10/10 performance. 😄✨

These two are learning all about early childhood education… one cozy story at a time.

Stay tuned to see where their adventures take them next! 🎅📖✨
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
Mistletoe and Max "reading" to stuffed animals
🎉 Weekly OSHA-10 Completer Shout-Outs! 🎉
Way to go to this week’s achievers who earned their OSHA-10 certifications! 💪👏

✅ Landen Hanlon – RCHS
✅ Cayden Barnard- SMHS
✅ Jayla Lucas- SMHS
✅ Kellan Dalrymple- TCHS
✅ Aiden Smith- TCHS
✅ Jennalee Metheney- RCHS
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
student with certificate
student with certificate
student with certificate
student with certificate
student with certificate
student with certificate
Today Mistletoe and Max rolled into the Automotive program… literally! 🚗✨ Max decided to take on the very serious task of repairing the Batmobile, and Mistletoe was put in charge of handing over the tools. 🛠️
Let’s just say… Max may have channeled his inner Grinch for a moment when he asked for a 3/4 wrench, not a 5/8. (Stay focused, Mistletoe! 😉)
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
Elves working on Batman's Car
Mistletoe and Max were up to big mischief this morning! They staged their very own photoshoot and officially declared themselves the MOVTI “Elves of the Quarter.”

They even managed to use the printers (don’t ask us how!) and filled our frames with their best shots. What perfect timing because today we’re welcoming the Tyler County 4th Graders for a tour! We’re sure Mistletoe and Max will be thrilled to show off their new title.
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
elf pictures in lobby "student of the quarter
It’s only Wednesday, and Mistletoe has already found herself quite the situation in Law and Public Safety! Today she made her very first “arrest” and it seems the perp is a mischievous troll with some seriously wild hair. Don’t worry, though… the troll is cooperating and seems oddly proud of those tiny handcuffs. 😄

Meanwhile, Max is still perfecting his photography skills. He insisted on documenting the whole event for Santa, but let’s just say he might need a few more classes before starting is photography career. 📸✨

These two elves are diving headfirst into each program, one adventure at a time. Who knows what they’ll get into next? Stay tuned! 🎅✨
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
elves set up
Look who’s already hard at work in the welding shop! 🔧🔥

Mistletoe and Max have wasted no time jumping into learning here at MOVTI. Today, Mistletoe is testing out her elf-sized welding gear, while Max is busy capturing every spark and detail like the North Pole’s “official” photographer. Judging by his photo skills… well, let’s just say he might need a little more practice. 😄

These two are serious about discovering what each program does and making sure everyone is doing their best!

Keep your eyes open, our little holiday helpers could pop up in any program next! 🎄✨
about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
Elves welding in the booth
blurry photo of elf

Important Weather Closure Information for Mid-Ohio Valley Technical Institute

Pleasants – Closed
Tyler – Closed
Wetzel – Closed
Ritchie – NTID Day

Ritchie students: Please follow the NTID procedures provided by your instructor and be sure to check Microsoft Teams for assignments and updates.

Stay safe!

about 1 month ago, Misty Leithead
graphic for weather closure "important weather closure information"
Exciting news! These merry little helpers will be popping up around MOVTI every school day in December, causing mischief, spreading cheer, and getting into all sorts of festive fun. We’ll be sharing their adventures throughout the season, and trust us… you won’t want to miss what they get up to!
about 2 months ago, Misty Leithead
image of elves in Christmas tree with fictional letter from Santa
🎉 Weekly OSHA-10 Completer Shout-Outs! 🎉
Way to go to this week’s achievers who earned their OSHA-10 certifications! 💪👏

✅ Ava Yonker – SMHS
✅ Jahaila Gorrell – TCHS
✅ Brennon Miller – TCHS
✅ Rogan Post – TCHS
✅ Tanner Jackson - TCHS
✅ Abigail Vandruff - TCHS
✅ Clover Moody - SMHS
✅ Brynnley Bulluck - SMHS
about 2 months ago, Misty Leithead
student holding certificate
student holding certificate
student holding certificate
student holding certificate
student holding certificate
student holding certificate
A representative from Boyd Cat- Parkersburg branch, presented a donation check to Alex Mossor. This generous donation will greatly benefit Mr. Mossor's diesel program and his students. We are grateful for the generous support provided by Boyd Cat and we appreciate your continued support of our technical school!
about 2 months ago, Misty Leithead
Mr. Mossor receiving check from Boyd Cat

Mr. Becker’s Carpentry & Building Maintenance students have been hard at work and their skills are making a real difference in our community! Their program has been very busy these past few weeks! They built cubbies, shelves, and a diaper station Chrissy's Little Explorers daycare in Harrisville. Great craftsmanship, teamwork, and dedication!

2 months ago, Misty Leithead
building maintenance students
shelves built by students
shelves built by students
shelves built by students
shelves built by students

We’re excited to share that Justin Chen, MOVTI Multimedia Publishing student from Ritchie County High School, has been chosen to represent MOVTI as a student leader in The EdVenture Group’s Student Innovators Initiative! 🌟

This statewide program gives students the chance to step up as advisors and ambassadors, helping them build real leadership and engagement skills. Participants play a big role in shaping career pathway development and in bringing together schools, employers, and communities across West Virginia.

With this opportunity, Justin will strengthen his leadership abilities, build key communication skills, gain practical career insight, and expand his WV network.

Congratulations, Justin!

#StudentInnovators #EdVentureGroup #MOVTI #ThisIsCTE

2 months ago, Misty Leithead
Justin chen headshot

🎉 Weekly OSHA-10 Completer Shout-Out! 🎉
Way to go to this week’s achievers! 💪👏

Andrew Starkey – TCHS
Emily Bush – RCHS
Alex Rollins – RCHS

2 months ago, Misty Leithead
student with certificate
students with certificates

Our MOVTI Automotive & Diesel students visited the Hino Truck Plant and the new Matheny Motors Freightliner and Western Star dealership in Mineral Wells today. Both teams took time to show us their facilities and share real-world insight with our students.

2 months ago, Misty Leithead
students at hino
students at hint
students at matheny
students matheny
MOVTI students and parents- we are hosting a food drive! The food will be going to different food pantries in our local area. Let's help our community out and keep people fed! We will be accepting items until December 12.
2 months ago, Misty Leithead
flyer for movti food drive. wanted toiletries, non-expired, non-perishable foods
Huge thank you to Boyd Cat for their donation to our diesel program! The engine will be used for hands-on student training in emission system diagnostics, component identification, and fundamental engine teardown and reassembly procedures.
Students are photographed with Joby Milstead,(Thinkbig Co-Op) and Robert Rozell (Shop Technician 1 Earthmoving)

2 months ago, Misty Leithead
students with donated engine
All of our Diagnostics students have successfully completed their first live blood draws! 🩸👏
Thank you to the students who volunteered to allow the Diagnostics students to practice on them. 💉
2 months ago, Misty Leithead
student drawing blood
student drawing blood
two students
student drawing blood