Through the many specialized programs
Lorain County JVS offers, high
school and adult learners are gaining
the technical skills, knowledge and
training necessary to be successful
in high-demand careers – everything
from medical to manufacturing.
However, they are doing this every day in facilities that have not been comprehensively updated in nearly 50 years.
“We provide value to our students and
our community, but it’s becoming more
difficult to keep up with the demands
of today’s job market in a building that
is nearly a half-century old,” said JVS
Superintendent Dr. Glenn Faircloth. On
Tuesday, September 3, 2019, a water line break was discovered inside
the building. “We had to cancel classes
to address this issue. In a nearly 50-
year old structure, these types of things
are going to happen.” JVS Deputy
Superintendent Jerry Pavlik stated. “This
further reinforced our need to go to
voters on the November 5 ballot. We
are constantly working to make certain
our structure is sound and safe for our
students and staff.”
The current budget cannot accomodate the comprehensive facility upgrades that need to be made.
Patching and repairing simply isn't enough! We must make the necessary investments NOW!
“A nearly 50-year old building impedes our ability to offer the most advanced
technology and learning environment,”
said Stormy Rush, Engineering Design
& Technology Instructor. “We partner
with local businesses to provide capable
employees for careers here in the area,
but it’s getting harder to keep up with
the demands of modern technology
which is prevalent and vital in industry.”