October 10, 2025

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DACC Students and Parents/Guardians,

Students in our Auto Collision and Dental programs were recently feature on 10TV’s Boomtown series. The series focuses on the rapid growth of Central Ohio and this particular episode is all about career and technical education. Reporter Kevin Landers spoke with our students and teachers about the rise in interest and enrollment, as well as the unique career paths that students plan on taking.

Thank you to students, Rory Powers, Tristan Baker, Mehraan Khan, and Marrissa Cox, as well as instructors, Mr. Finnegan, and Ms. Vilkhu, for taking the time to speak with 10TV and showcasing the great things that we do here at DACC!

Watch the full episode here.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 740-548-0708. We’re here to help!

October 16th
Flexible Learning Day
Students will be engaged in online assignments provided by their teachers. This is an opportunity to practice time management, self-direction, and skills necessary for learning remotely.

October 17th
Professional Development Day
No high school classes

October 22nd - 9:30 am - 12:30 p.m.
Vaccine Clinic
The Delaware General Health District is hosting a Flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinic for DACC students on our campus. Students who wish to be vaccinated should sign up using this link to schedule an appointment. Please note that students under 18 must have their registration completed by a parent or guardian.

October 23rd
Fall Festival
DACC will be hosting a fall festival for students during regular school hours. We are excited to hold this event for our students. Attendance is required, and transportation from our home schools will be provided. See our attendance policy or report an absence here. 

See the full list of upcoming events here.

The Delaware Area Career Center hosted a part-time job fair on September 25th at the main campus, giving students an opportunity to meet local employers and explore job openings in the community.

Participating businesses included:

Thank you to all of our business partners who joined us for this event and shared their time, expertise, and opportunities with our students. Events like this help connect students with meaningful part-time work experiences that build skills for the future.

Students from DACC's Construction Technology program recently participated in Build My Future Central Ohio, a hands-on center exploration event highlighting opportunities in the building trades and related industries. 

Throughout the day, they operated professional equipment, interacted with industry experts, and gained valuable insights into real-world applications of their technical skills.                                    

Read More Here

Members of the DACC FFA Chapter recently attended Ohio FFA Camp Muskingum, held on the shores of Leesville Lake in Carroll County. The weeklong camp brought together FFA members from across the state for a variety of leadership development activities and outdoor experiences.

During the camp, students participated in structured workshops led by State FFA Officers and camp staff. These sessions focused on key leadership topics, including communication, teamwork, and goal setting. The program aimed to equip students with practical skills they can apply within their FFA chapters and future careers.

Read More Here

On October 3rd, students from the Delaware Area Career Center’s Career-Based Intervention (CBI) programs at Buckeye Valley Middle School and Dempsey Middle School participated in Manufacturing Day by visiting local businesses such as PPG, Federal Heath, City of Delaware Water Department, and Solut!.

Thank you to Dempsey CBI Instructor, Ms. Nicki Wright, and Buckeye Valley Middle School CBI Instructor, Ms. Tina Curran, for coordinating these visits and creating such an engaging experience for our students.

Read More Here

It was an exciting week in the Delaware Area Career Center Fire Service Training program as students took part in live burn exercises.

Throughout the week, students strengthened essential skills such as teamwork, communication, perseverance, and endurance.

Under the supervision of certified professionals, students trained with a propane-fueled system that allowed them to safely experience working with real fire and real equipment in a controlled environment.

Read More Here

On October 9th, we welcomed healthcare industry partners to campus for a special event focused on connecting students with real-world opportunities. Students enrolled in DACC's health-related programs engaged in valuable conversations about internships, early job placements, and potential career paths.

As part of the event, DACC Biotechnology Instructor Mr. Dyer showcased a brand new Anatomage Virtual Cadaver Table, an advanced 3D anatomy visualization tool. This cutting-edge resource will be available for use by all DACC healthcare programs, offering students an immersive, hands-on learning experience that mirrors real-world medical training.

Read More Here

As PSAT testing approaches, we recognize that many students will be participating at their home schools. The PSAT provides valuable insight into college readiness and helps students prepare for future testing opportunities.

If your student will be missing part or all of their day at DACC due to PSAT testing, please notify us in advance. You may report absences through our absence form, the DACC app, or by calling the attendance office at 740-203-2268.

We appreciate your help in keeping us updated and wish all of our students success on the PSAT!

We are excited to invite our business partners and community professionals to an upcoming seminar you won’t want to miss. Join us for “Cybersecurity and AI for Business” on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 3:30–5:00 p.m. at the Delaware Area Career Center.

Hosted by the DACC Ohio Technical Center’s Office of Customized Business Training, this FREE seminar will provide practical strategies your organization can use to:

Strengthen cybersecurity practices

Leverage artificial intelligence to streamline operations and improve efficiency

Whether you’re a small business owner, IT professional, or decision-maker in your company, this event will equip you with the tools you need to stay secure and stay efficient in today’s digital age.

Register online here for this free and informative event.

Now there are more reasons than ever for students to sign up for the ASVAB exam at DACC on November 13, 2025, at 8 AM in the Forum.  All students can take the ASVAB exam.  If you are a PM-only student, your home school will excuse you to test.

Students should take the ASVAB test for one of the following reasons:

Career Testing: The ASVAB is recognized as one of the most reliable career tests available.

Military: This is a required test for the military.  DACC does not give testing results to branches.  You can choose to do that after you review your scores.

The Ohio Honors Diploma: The state of Ohio is allowing students who are missing one of the requirements to substitute one of the options with a qualifying ASVAB score! (ie. Substituting the ACT score or GPA)

Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025

Time: 8:00 AM (the test usually lasts between 1-2 hours; students will be excused from class during that time)

Location: DACC Forum

Students can sign up with the following form

DACC partners with a variety of military recruiters who help connect interested students with the right representatives. These recruiters may differ from those assigned to homeschool districts, but all are available to support DACC students in exploring military career options. Students and parents are encouraged to reach out to recruiters directly or contact the student’s DACC School Counselor for assistance.

If you are already committed to joining the military or planning to enlist, please inform your DACC School Counselor so we can provide support and keep accurate records.

Air Force 
Jordan Barker, TSgt  
937- 206-6874   jordan.barker.4@us.af.mil 

Army 
Damien Ruhf-Salas, SSG  
740-257-9928  damien.e.ruhf-salas.mil@army.mil 

Marines 
Trevor Coffin, SSgT 
614-364-6740   Trevor.Coffin@marines.usmc.mil  

Navy 
Saylor Waterhouse, PO 
614-582-9457   saylor.waterhouse.mil@us.navy.mil   

Ohio Army National Guard 
Aidan Margraff, SGT 
614-381-4142    aidan.j.margraff.mil@mail.mil  

Coast Guard 
Fletcher, Jamie L PO2 USCG  
614- 800-0122  Jamie.L.Fletcher1@uscg.mil 

                    Visit our Military Family Resource Page

The DACC Esports Team is looking for players!

If you like playing video games, come check us out! The DACC Esports Team is free to join and open to all DACC students. Whether you’re a competitive gamer or just play for fun, we have a level that’s right for you.

We meet every Monday and Wednesday after school until 5:00 p.m. in Room 2313 (Mr. Fuller’s Digital Design Room). Games we play include Marvel Rivals, Overwatch 2, Fortnite, Super Smash Bros., Minecraft, Rocket League, Mario Kart Deluxe 8, Valorant, and more!

Informational Student Meetings: Monday 10/13 & Tuesday 10/14 from 3–5 p.m. in Room 2313

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Sign up here if you are interested in joining our team 

If you have any questions, please email us at esports@delawareareacc.org.

Parents of middle and high school students, DACC is here to help you prepare your student for the future! Join us for a Future of Work webinar with Tim Harman, Senior Consultant at the Workforce Innovation Center. Discover the ‘future-ready skills’ your student needs to succeed in our ever-changing workplace. 

Oct. 14- 12:00-1:00 pm
Oct. 15- 6:00-7:00 pm
Additional webinars offered December 9th & 10th

Register online here. 

See our website for more details and other future of work events.

Marion Tech-Fall Visit Day
November 14th - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 
Learn more about the event here  

University of Northwestern Ohio Fall Open House 
November 7th & 8th
See here for  more details 

Worthington Steel - Workforce Experience
Accepting Applications now for 14-week Pre-Apprenticeship Program  
Find out more about the program here

DACC has an online school spirit store where you can purchase your favorite clothing items and accessories and have them delivered directly to your home. Most designs can be customized to include your lab name or our vision to empower, prepare, inspire, and connect all students.

If you've ever wanted to find out why your child enjoys coming to DACC every day, see for yourself what they experience and learn a little more about their career ambitions. Adult Education offers career development programs and enrichment classes for adults. Current available courses include: 

For the most up-to-date course offerings, visit the Adult Education website.

When DACC is delayed or canceled due to weather, you will receive instant alerts through the contact information you provided at registration. Alerts will be sent to you by email, phone call, and text message. If you download the DACC app, you will also receive a push notification on your phone.

In addition, notices will be posted to our website and social media accounts.

When you receive the delay or closure alert, make sure you know what to do by referencing our Delay & Closures page on our website. Many parents bookmark this page for future reference.

On Hybrid Fridays, students will not attend their Academic classes in person. Instead, they will complete assignments online at their own pace. This model encourages students to take ownership of their learning in a flexible, real-world format. This innovative approach supports the development of essential 21st-century skills such as digital literacy, independence, and time management, while also opening the door for expanded work-based learning opportunities.

Here is a comprehensive FAQ about the program.

At DACC, we prioritize the well-being and academic success of our students. If a student feels unwell after they have already arrived on campus, we encourage them to visit the clinic, where our healthcare professional will provide care and support. In the event that a student needs to go home, we will personally contact a parent or guardian to arrange this. The student will then be able to leave directly from the clinic as soon as their ride arrives, streamlining the process for everyone.

We kindly ask that students refrain from directly contacting parents to pick them up during school hours. This approach ensures minimal disruption to classes and allows our teachers to maintain an effective learning environment. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in this collaborative effort to support our students' health and education.

At DACC, we are using Canvas as our Learning Management System (LMS). Canvas is a web-based learning management system that gives instructors, students, and parents access to view and manage online course learning materials.

Additionally, the system empowers instructors, students, and parents to communicate about skill development and learning achievement.

Visit our website for more detailed information about Canvas, including:

We also use PowerSchool to display student grades and attendance.

While Canvas provides an interactive view of what is currently being assigned and submitted in a given class, PowerSchool publishes grades and attendance when that information has been finalized and submitted by the instructor. We encourage all parents and students to log into PowerSchool regularly to review these items.

More information about PowerSchool and how to set up your account can be found on our website here. Please note that if you are already using PowerSchool at your student's associate district, you will need to create a new account for DACC using a different email address than the email address you are already using for your existing account.

Regardless of the first day of school in your home district, transportation will be running from the home schools to DACC beginning August 13th.

If you know in advance that your child will be absent or tardy, fill out the Absence Form found on our website or the homepage of the DACC app.

See our Attendance FAQ for more information as well as calendars to all of our home schools and contact information for home school transportation departments.

Additional resources for students and parents can be accessed on our website, including:

Please bookmark this page and use it as your reference for useful information.

Download our app from the Google Play Store or the App Store by searching 'Delaware Area Career Center' to get easy access to:

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