OCVTS Holds Graduation For Practical Nursing Students
Jean Sullivan, July 8, 2010

TOMS RIVER, NEW JERSEY- Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) recently held graduation ceremonies for the Practical Nursing program. 75 student nurses received diplomas for successfully completing the 11-month intensive Practical Nursing program.

Scholarships In Honor Of A Craftsman
Jean Sullivan, June 14, 2010

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- “My husband learned his skills in high school and that training provided him with many opportunities throughout his lifetime. He began his career manufacturing precision parts for B-25 bombers during World War II.

Golden Recognition- OCVTS Students Honored by Ocean County Freeholders
Jean Sullivan, June 02, 2010

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- Nineteen Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) students were recently recognized by the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders for their outstanding achievements at the 2010 SkillsUSA State Competitions.

First Annual Bernice A. Dowd Scholarships Presented at Apprenticeship Ceremony
Jean Sullivan, May 26, 2010

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY-The Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Apprenticeship Trades Certificate Awards Ceremony marked the end of a long four-year journey for sixty-three men and women. The OCVTS Apprenticeship programs require students to attend 144 hours per year of trade-related classroom instruction while...

Mates Students To Build Terrapin Hatchery
Jean Sullivan, May 25, 2010

MANAHAWKIN, NEW JERSEY- Students from the Research Methods Class at the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (MATES) are preparing to construct a terrapin hatchery at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies. The hatchery will be part of MATES ongoing terrapin research and conservation efforts known as Project Terrapin.

OCVTS Students Help Create Community Gardens
Jean Sullivan, May 24, 2010

BRICK, NEW JERSEY- Students from the Building Maintenance Program and the Construction Trades Program at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Brick Center are working together to construct 300 benches to be used in a community service project sponsored by Ocean Community Economic Action Now (O.C.E.A.N), Inc.

Mates Students Win New Jersey Envirothon, Head to National Competition in California
Jean Sullivan, May 11, 2010

MANAHAWKIN, NJ- Students from the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (MATES) once again delivered an outstanding performance at the 2010 New Jersey Envirothon Competition held at Camp Sacajawea in Gloucester County, New Jersey this past weekend.

OCVTS Graduates Shine Brightly at 50th Anniversary Gala
Jean Sullivan, April 29, 2010

TOMS RIVER, NJ- Ocean County Vocational Technical School opened its doors in 1959, offering the Licensed Practical Nursing program in a small converted supermarket building in downtown Toms River. Over the past five decades the district has grown by leaps and bounds and now offers over thirty career programs at six campuses throughout the county.

OCVTS Hosts Welding Fabrication Competition
Jean Sullivan, April 17, 2010

TOMS RIVER, NJ- Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS), Toms River, New Jersey recently hosted a SkillsUSA competition for Welding Fabrication. While SkillsUSA has held welding competitions for individuals for years, this was the first team competition of its kind in the state of New Jersey.

Lowe’s Donates Tools to Ocean County Vocational Technical School as Part of National Toolbox for Education Program
Jean Sullivan, April 6, 2010

MANAHAWKIN, NJ- Lowe’s and Kobalt Tools in partnership with SkillsUSA are helping the next generation of skilled trade professionals at Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) through their new Toolbox for Education program. Lowe’s donated approximately $1000 worth of Kobalt tools to the OCVTS Waretown Center as part of the new national program, which

OCVTS Culinary Students Cook for Food Network Chef
Jean Sullivan, March 29, 2010

BRICK, NEW JERSEY- Beyond the lessons of basic food preparations in their kitchen-classroom OCVTS Adult Culinary Arts students gain real-world experience through events sponsored by community partnerships.

OCVTS Ceremony Caps Off Nursing Milestone
Jean Sullivan, March 26, 2010

TOMS RIVER, NEW JERSEY- Seventy-five Practical Nursing students at Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) reached a milestone this past week. The students received the traditional nurse’s cap at a ceremony which recognized the achievements and accomplishments in completing...

Mates Students and Jake’s Branch Park Partner On New Project
Jean Sullivan, March 25, 2010

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- Students from the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (MATES) donned wetsuits and waders as they installed the county’s first Bio-Havens® in the ponds at Ocean County’s Jake’s Branch Park in Berkeley Township.

Olive Garden Restaurant Supports OCVTS Community Service
Jean Sullivan, March 19, 2010

TOMSRIVER, NEW JERSEY- As part of their philanthropic support of charitable organizations and schools across the country, the Olive Garden Restaurant in Toms River chose to donate $1000 to Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s ‘Feed the Need’ project.

Two OCVTS Students Recognized at Freeholders Meeting
Jean Sullivan, March 18, 2010

TOMS RIVER, NEW JERSEY- Two Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) students were recognized for their outstanding achievements at the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders Meeting in January.

OCVTS Celebrates 2010 National FFA Week
Jean Sullivan, February 24, 2010

JACKSON, NEW JERSEY- Students from the Agricultural and Environmental Science program at Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) celebrated National FFA Week Feb. 20-27, 2010. Lead Out Loud is the theme this year as members pledge to show off what makes them premier leaders in their schools and communities.

Special Homes for Man’s Best Friends
Jean Sullivan, January 14, 2010

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- These uncertain economic times can cause problems for every member of a family, including beloved pets. The New Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NJSPCA) recognizes that it has become increasingly difficult for some area families to provide adequately for their animals.

Student’s First Script Wins National Award
Jean Sullivan, December 9, 2009

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- For Ali Pavuk, a student at the Performing Arts Academy (PAA) of the Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS), a poster hanging on the wall in her classroom changed her life. The poster that caught her attention advertised a contest, the 25th Annual Playwright Discovery contest, sponsored by the VSA arts , an affiliate of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, that combined two of Ali’s greatest passions, acting and writing.

OCVTS Wins Big at Robotics Competition
Jean Sullivan, Decemberr 9, 2009

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY-OCVTS students walked away with multiple awards from the annual Tech Prep Robotics Competition held recently at Ocean County College. High school and middle school students from throughout the county designed robotic vehicles using materials from standard kits and adhering to competition guidelines...

Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students AreTalking Turkey
Jean Sullivan, November 24, 2009

BRICK, NEW JERSEY- Since September, students from the OCVTS Brick Center have been preparing for a community service project called “Feed the Needy.” Their goal was to prepare 2,000 Thanksgiving meals for needy families throughout Ocean County...

OCVTS Students Have Sweet Assignment!
Jean Sullivan, November 24, 2009

BRICK, NEW JERSEY- Thanksgiving would not complete without dessert, specifically pies! OCVTS Culinary Arts Instructor Chef Dennis Melia and his Baking students know this all too well...

OCVTS Board of Education Opens Time Capsule
Jean Sullivan, October 16, 2009

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- As part of the ongoing celebration of the 50th anniversary, a ceremony was held at the OCVTS Jackson Center to open the time capsule sealed during the building dedication in October 1972. Prior to the October OCVTS Board of Education meeting, board members and guests reflected on the district’s long distinguished history...

Chocolate Academy Visits OCVTS
Jean Sullivan, October 9, 2009

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- As another fine example of the benefits of community partnerships, students in the Culinary Arts Baking program at the Brick Center took part in a “Chocolate Seminar,” hosted by BakeMark, a supplier of bakery ingredients for OCVTS....

OCVTS Adult Culinary Arts Students Prepare Feast for Retiring Officer
Jean Sullivan, October 9, 2009

LAKEHURST, NEW JERSEY- The OCVTS Adult Culinary Arts program at the Navy Lakehurst Center had the honor of catering a retirement party for US Navy Captain Phillip L. Beachey, the outgoing commanding officer of the Naval Air Engineering Station (NAES). Captain Beachey had served ass...

Time Capsule Provides Snapshot Of School’s History
Jean Sullivan, September 23, 2009

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- As part of an ongoing program of the 50th anniversary recognition celebrations, a small ceremony was held at the OCVTS Waretown Center to unearth and open a time capsule sealed during the building dedication ceremony in October 1972. The copper box sealed within the building’s...

Ocean County Vocational Technical School Graduate Search
Jean Sullivan, September 23, 2009

OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY- This school year marks the 50th anniversary of Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS). Ocean County Vocational Technical School opened its doors in 1959, offering a Licensed Practical Nursing Program in a small converted supermarket building in downtown Toms River...