Explore the New Manufacturing is pleased to announce the winners of the Explore Student Video Contest Mid-Ohio Region. Five middle school teams were judged on the creation of a 3-minute video about their manufacturing partner, the employees, and cool aspects of the company.
The FIRST PLACE recipient of the Best Manufacturing Message Award is Blennerhassett Middle School for their video about Mister Bee Potato Chips Company. Blennerhassett's winning video showcases what’s cool about Mister Bee’s and their famous potato chips.
Blennerhassett Middle School Team: Karissa Epperly, Ihla Freshour, Evan Mace, Alice Abbott, Hayla Delancey, Payton Sellers, Madison May, Lillian Bryant, Caysen Litton, Raylen Reeder, Alexandra Smith, Julia Sharpe, Easton Wolfe, Jalyn Eddy, Paisley Maone, Sophia Williams, Jayden Kelley, Izabella Robinson, Jude Barre, and Alexis Seiders
Education Leader: Holmes Marty
Mr. Bee Support Team: Rob Graham, Machael Rolston, and Cassidie Sayger
The SECOND PLACE recipient of the Best Manufacturing Message Award is Jackson Middle School for their video about Paul Wissmach Glass Company. Jackson’s winning video explores Paul Wissmach and how they provide art glass to creators around the world.
Jackson Middle School Team: Chloe Thomas, Evan McCleary, Taylor Haught, Adalee Jones, Jack Winebrenner, Isabella Brammer, Bronson Linville, Mia Snyder, Jonas Shahan, and Paisley Alston
Education Leaders: Cherish George and Robert Talbott
Paul Wissmach Support Team: Dan Lynch, Patrick Powell, and Fylipe Rodriguez
The Viewer's Choice Award was presented to Blennerhassett Middle School for their video about Mister Bee Potato Chips Company.
All 2024 videos can be viewed by visiting www.exploremfgwv.com/students/student-video-contest
Participating middle schools included Blennerhassett Middle School, Calhoun County Middle School, Jackson Middle School, Point Pleasant Middle School, and Ripley Middle School.
Participating manufacturers included Mister Bee Potato Chips Company, Kreinik Manufacturing Company, Paul Wissmach Glass Company, Somerville Industries Inc., and Armacell LLC.
The Explore Student Video Contest is a favorite of students, teachers, and manufacturers,” said Executive Director Monica Cross. “This year’s competitors stepped up to produce some great videos. The regional contests are a vital component of our initiative of creating awareness about the types of job opportunities modern day manufacturing offers.” Explore the New Manufacturing creates student awareness and excitement about careers in manufacturing and the training opportunities for these positions in their local areas.
The Explore Student Video Contest provides a first-hand glimpse into modern manufacturing for sixth, seventh and eighth-grade students. Each participating school is provided with a video camera and kit by Explore the New Manufacturing. The program is funded by the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation, as well as company and individual contributions.
