Concerned about the state of education as it affects our region? Here’s the latest news regarding the Ohio Valley ESC and education issues pertinent to our local school districts and beyond.
Introducing New Faces at the Ohio Valley ESC
The Ohio Valley ESC is pleased to welcome several new team members who bring a wide range of expertise, passion, and commitment to supporting our member districts, their staff, students, and communities. Grace Campos – Director of Data Analysis and Special...
OVESC Honors Regional Students and Influential Educators at Inaugural Heart of Service Awards
Marietta, Ohio — The Ohio Valley Educational Service Center (OVESC) proudly recognized outstanding students and influential individuals from across their membership in southeastern Ohio during its inaugural Heart of Service Awards Ceremony, held Wednesday evening at...
OVESC RECEIVES HIGH PERFORMING ESC DESIGNATION FOR TENTH STRAIGHT YEAR FROM DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE (DEW)
For the tenth consecutive year, the Ohio Valley Educational Service Center (OVESC) has earned the High Performing ESC designation from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW). This recognition reflects OVESC’s continued commitment to delivering...
BB2C Recognized as One of Ohio’s Top Business Advisory Councils for 2026
The Ohio Valley Educational Service Center (OVESC) is incredibly honored to announce that Building Bridges to Careers (BB2C) has been named one of the TOP Business Advisory Councils in the state of Ohio for 2026. This prestigious recognition, part of the annual...
OVESC’s Joy Edgell Testifies Before Ohio House Education Committee in Support of Early Childhood Education Reforms
Ohio Valley Educational Service Center (OVESC) Executive Director of Preschool and Administrative Services Joy Edgell recently provided testimony before the Ohio House Education Committee in support of House Bill 455 (HB 455) — legislation focused on strengthening...
Caldwell Exempted Village Schools Rejoins the Ohio Valley ESC
The Ohio Valley Educational Service Center (OVESC) is proud to welcome Caldwell Exempted Village School District back as a member district. This renewed partnership marks an exciting chapter for both Caldwell and the OVESC, as the organizations come together once...
Ohio Valley ESC Welcomes Jennifer Blattner as New Director of Literacy
The Ohio Valley Educational Service Center is proud to welcome Jennifer Blattner as our new Director of Literacy. Jennifer brings with her a deep passion for literacy instruction, decades of classroom experience, and a commitment to supporting educators in elevating...
Ohio Valley ESC Business Advisory Council Leader, Building Bridges to Careers, Earns Four-Star Recognition for Business Advisory Council Excellence in Ohio
Marietta, OH – [April 25, 2025] – Building Bridges to Careers (BB2C) has been awarded the highest honor—a four-star rating—for the second consecutive year and the 2025 Ohio Business-Education Leader Awards for Excellent Business Advisory Councils. The...
“PUBLIC NOTICE”
“PUBLIC NOTICE” The Ohio Valley Educational Service Center (OVESC) Governing Board hereby gives public notice in accordance with Sections 3307.353 and 3309.345 of the Ohio Revised Code that David Hire currently employed as an Executive Director of...
Unpuzzled Parents Connect Makes Generous Donation to Ohio Valley ESC Bright Beginnings Preschool and Marietta City Schools
Unpuzzled Parents Connect Makes Generous Donation to Ohio Valley ESC Bright Beginnings Preschool and Marietta City Schools The Unpuzzled Parents Connect Support Group is proud to announce a donation aimed at impacting 4,000 students across the region in honor of...