November 2024 Newsletter by The Chamber Of Commerce Serving Middletown, Monroe, & Trenton

The State of Higher Education

A special thank you to our Society Members and all who invest in our Why / Vision / Mission

Society members

Hook Society

Butler Tech

Cintas Cohen

Fifth Third Bank

Flowers by Roger, Inc.

McGraw/Kokosing

Miami University Regionals

Midd Cities Partners

MyUSA Credit Union

Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

Russ Beckner Pictures

Shape Corporation

Spectrum Reach

Tytus Society

Akers Packaging Service

Baker Concrete Construction

Duke Energy

Essity

G & J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc.

Hawthorn Glen Senior Living Campus

Joe Morgan Honda

LCNB National Bank

Magellan Aerospace

Majestic Care of Middletown

Markey’s

Miami Valley Gaming

Middletown Energy Center

One Smarter

PAC Worldwide Corporation

Precision Strip, Inc.

Quaker Houghton

The Windamere Valley Central Bank

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Rick

Pearce President/CEO

We had a successful Manufacturing Month in October. Eight (8) companies hosted just over 300 students those companies were BlueScope, Crane Consumables, Deceuninck, Magellan Aerospace, Phillips Tube, Pilot Chemical, Shape Corporation and Shepherd Chemical.

Thank you for hosting students from various schools and introducing them to the world of manufacturing and the opportunities it has. Thank you to the educators of Middletown, Madison and Edgewood for their participation.

November is Healthcare Month, so I want to thank Atrium Medical Center, Ohio Living/Mt. Pleasant and Majestic Care of Middletown for opening their doors to our students to learn what a career in healthcare looks like.

As we approach the end of 2024, I would sincerely like to thank all our members who renewed their investment for this year. We’ve had a very successful year, especially with what we’ve been able to accomplish.

Please don’t forget to exercise your right to Vote on November 5.

Best in Profits -

Focus Areas

• Tuesday, November 5

• Ohio Issue 1

• If you would like to become involved in any of the below programs, please let us know Passport To Tomorrow, Adopt A Class and Junior Achievement - (513-422-4551)

• The Workforce Institute

• The 2024 CLIMB Program

• Last Session November 19

• A huge Thank You to Miami University Middletown Campus

Middletown Aviation Center

Groundbreaking Ceremony

October 18

Bioscience Center Expansion — West Chester Campus

Groundbreaking Ceremony

October 2

About First Financial Bank

At First Financial Bank, we like to say, “It’s just different here.” When you bank with us, you’re more than an account number. And more is exactly what you get—so much more, in fact, 4 out of 5 clients recommend First Financial Bank1. We have the distinction of offering a portfolio of products that match those of national banks, paired with the personal relationships and access to chief decision-makers that you expect with a local bank.

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Affordable Care Act (ACA) Reporting for 2024: What You Need

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Passport to tomorrow

Middletown High School continues to transform education through Experiential Learning Days. Students have been diving into hands-on, immersive learning experiences that connect the classroom to the real world in meaningful ways. One of the highlights so far has been the “Nightofthe MiddieDead”…. a fantastic showcase of student creativity, collaboration and school spirit.

Held at the historic Sorg Opera House, the event was a huge success. Students worked on projects that brought the night to life. The art department crafted zombie portraits, while students from Middie Common Grounds produced magnets and keychains featuring exclusive "Middie Dead" designs.

zombie costumes, adding a fun and immersive element to the event.

The “Night of the Middie Dead” was the perfect culminating event, bringing together learning, creativity and community.

Teachers tour Packaging Corporation of America on October 18

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Changing the narrative

Collaborating to Change The Narrative

Issue Media Group is tasked with changing the narrative of countless 2nd tiered cities across the Midwest. The Chamber and Cincinnati Commercial Contracting are the sponsors of this new initiative. We thank Issue Media Group for including us in their Cincinnati edition of Soapbox as part of their Partner City project. Once there, go to the tab PLACES and you’ll find Middletown. You may sign up to receive your version of Soapbox. All links are shared below.

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Future Ready

I had a recent conversation with Edgewood Superintendent, Kelly Spivey, and she shared a very interesting story with me. After I heard it, I said...Ihavetosharethiswithourmembers.

Cellphones

Did you know that the State of Ohio has legislated less cell phone use in schools in order to influence study habits? Studies show the rise of the use of cell phones contributes to several related harms in the daily lives of smartphone users, including social deprivation, sleep deprivation and attention fragmentation.

Edgewood School District implemented a cell phone policy this school year where students may carry cell phones, use them on the bus, but they aren't to be out during the school day. Although discipline referrals have slightly increased, teachers are reporting that they love the increase in student engagement. Students are reporting that they have met more friends this year, than ever. This is a win for all stakeholders!

Congratulations to Edgewood School District !!