Students at Ohio Hi-Point Career Center used their career skills to preserve and protect Logan County’s rich history thanks to a new partnership with the Logan County Historical Society.
When Historical Society Curator Todd McCormick brought up that several historical markers around the county needed repaired, Ohio Hi-Point Career Awareness Coordinator and Historical Society board member Mark Butler saw an opportunity for the organization to collaborate with OHP. The result was a hands-on community service project involving multiple career labs.
“This project was a great opportunity for our students to apply their skills in a meaningful way and give back to the community,” said Butler. “It was rewarding to see their interest in the historical significance behind the markers.”
Students in the Heavy Equipment Operations program were responsible for digging and setting new posts for the markers. Construction Trades students handled the sanding and application of the brown base paint, while Graphic and Media Arts students meticulously applied the gold lettering by hand. Heavy Equipment students returned to assist with mounting the final marker on its post.
During the project, students began asking questions about the markers they were restoring. From learning about General Benjamin Logan and researching Mackachack to exploring the Piatt Castles, students walked away with more than just technical experience—they gained a deeper appreciation for local history.
The next planned project is to restore and set the Cherokee Historical Marker later this year.
Ohio Hi-Point and the Logan County Historical Society plan to continue the partnership, aiming to refurbish two historical markers each year.