CANFIELD, Ohio – The Mahoning County Career & Technical Center and Valley STEM + ME2 Academy will host an open house from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday.
Prospective students and families are invited to tour labs, meet instructors and learn about programs available for the 2026-27 school year. Visitors will be able to walk through all programs, ask questions and explore how hands-on learning prepares students for college, careers and industry credentials.
“Our business and industry partners are asking for more skilled workers, and we are responding,” said John Zehentbauer, MCCTC superintendent. “We’re preparing students not only for today’s workforce, but for future jobs that don’t even exist yet. This open house is the best way for families to see how we’re growing to meet those needs.”
Enrollment information:
- Valley STEM + ME2 Academy: Accepts incoming ninth and 10th graders.
- MCCTC: Accepts incoming juniors into two-year career programs.
- Applications open Dec. 1.
- Programs fill quickly – families are encouraged to explore early.
Beginning next school year, MCCTC will introduce:
- HVAC Technology program.
- An updated A.I. & Software Development program.
- Media Arts & Design program.
- Expanded Welding program to serve more students.
- Enhanced Pre-Nursing pathways with MCCTC’s Hannah E. Mullins School of Practical Nursing.
- Two senior-only programs: Nail Tech and HVAC, both for one year.
Families unable to attend the open house can schedule a private tour by calling Jessica Cene at 330 729 4000, ext. 1214.