Education – Preparing for the Future

Preparing for the Future Education

Residents of Pickaway County place a high value on education. Home to several school districts, vocational schools and one university, the area offers many options for those who wish to pursue and continue their education.

Circleville City Schools rest on a campus that houses the elementary school, middle school and high school. There are more than 2,000 students in grades Pre-K-12. The schools are divided into three districts: Logan Elm District services the eastern and southern county areas, Teays Valley District serves the northern section, and Westfall District that serves the western portion of the county.

A number of preschools and private schools are scattered throughout the county, including New Hope Christian Academy, that provides K-12 education. Additionally, two vocational schools, Pickaway-Ross Joint Vocational and Eastland Joint Vocational School, serve students as they get ready for the workforce.

Higher Education Pickaway County is home to the main campus of Ohio Christian University, with a heritage dating back to 1948. OCU offers numerous programs that focus on development of students intellectually, spiritually and professionally. Both undergrad and adult degree programs are offered in diverse programs, such as business management, chemical dependency, pastoral ministry and teacher education, with the new addition of a master’s degree option. Online classes are available for the adult degree program and are also offered at satellite campuses in surrounding areas.

Numerous options are available for higher education in the surrounding area, including The Ohio State University, Capital University, Columbus State Community College and Franklin University, all located in nearby Columbus. Ohio University has regional campuses in Chillicothe and Lancaster. Ohio Christian University OCU is educating future leaders with relevant, practical undergraduate and graduate degrees for adult, traditional and high school students. Degree programs for busy adults are offered onsite (One night per week) and online. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. 1476 Lancaster Pike, Circleville 877-762-8669 www.ohiochristian.edu

Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center Offering adult education programs and ABLE. 740-642-1200 www.pickawayross.com

Pickaway WORKS Pickaway HELPS was founded in 2007 as a traditional college access program. With a renewed focus on engaging business partners the program now operates under the Pickaway WORKS brand to better prepare county students for the demands of the modern workplace. WORKS is financially- supported by all four school districts, as well as the Pickaway County Board of Commissioners and grant funding from the Pickaway County Community Foundation among others.

The program initiatives build partnerships that create relevant career pathways and provide local career opportunities for Pickaway County students, help them meet workforce demands of local employers and strengthen the community’s economic stability. Pickaway WORKS is focused on reconnecting education with business and community, helping others engage with each other and supporting a more authentic learning experience for students.

2050 Stoneridge Dr. 740-474-5383 www.pickawayworks.org

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