Zimmerman Sees Technology’s Negative Effects on Students

WHEELING — Educating students is about more than just giving them the latest technological gadgets, according to Justin Zimmerman, head of school at The Linsly School. “There is a fully renewed interest in building a student’s character and leadership qualities,” he said. “We’re ...

OUE Evolving With Renovations, Organizational Advances

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The Ohio University Eastern campus is undergoing a significant transformation in a number of ways — by way of a multimillion-dollar renovation and through an ongoing organizational evolution, as well. OUE Dean of Campus and Community Relations David Rohall said ...

Belmont College Adapting With the Times

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — Paul Gasparro is the president of Belmont College, a two-year technical school in St. Clairsville and one of only six technical colleges in the state of Ohio. The school offers specialized skills for a variety of industries including the trades, while providing a ...

Generosity of Ohio Valley Helps Easterseals Serve Local Families

WHEELING — Easterseals Rehabilitation Center CEO Eric Filberto loves the Ohio Valley and his work at the Wheeling-based organization that provides therapeutic and medical services for children with disabilities. “I always did want to feel good about what I did, and that’s easy to do ...

WPHS Principal: Safety Is ‘Paramount’ Issue Facing High Schools Today

WHEELING — School safety, technology and student mental health are priorities as educators seek ways to best prepare students for the future, Wheeling Park High School Principal Meredith Dailer said. When asked what trends are most important in education these days, Dailer immediately ...