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Aquaponic System in Veterinary Science

An aquaponics system combines aquaculture—the cultivation of fish or other aquatic animals—with hydroponics, the method of growing plant...
Tara Brown, Lucas Talkers,
Teacher Georgia Harris, Katrina Jackson, Shelby Weber, Emma King, Lexy McGrath, Madelynn Allen,
Student NSC / Edgewood,
Veterinary Science

Big Brothers & Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) is a mentoring program for children ages 5 to 18. It provides opportunities for young participants to build ...
Mrs.Lynch ,
Teacher Lamaya Leasia Makila Lewis ,
Student BSC / Hamilton,
Healthcare Science

CUTS – Bandsaw Project Overview

This project involved developing and administering a bandsaw safety test. I detailed the process of creating the assessment, administering i...
Campbell,
Teacher Elizabeth Nadzam,
Student DRL / Lakota East,
Mechatronics

My Journey to Butler Tech

In my showcase, I shared my Butler Tech journey, explaining why I chose to attend, my interest in pursuing Auto Tech for my lab next year, a...
Kimberly Akins,
Teacher Jealynn Hedzik,
Student DRL / Fairfield,
Academics

Poverty

This project serves as a reflection of my perspective on the social justice issue of poverty. Guided by the encouragement of my art teacher,...
Mrs. Mary Catherine Ruby,
Teacher Gregory Jackson,
Student SOA / Fairfield,
Visual Art and Design

How I Found My Place

* My showcase focused on how I found my place, and found people I can relate. I discussed that being different isn’t always a bad thin...
Commander Fitzgerald ,
Teacher Taylor Thompson,
Student DRL / Edgewood,
Criminal Justice

Building ME

This project contained the following information: why I chose Butler Tech, the significance of Additive Manufacturing, and my plans for the ...
Randell Hall,
Teacher Rick Flowers,
Student DRL / Colerain,
Information Technology

Modeling and Animation in Engineering Design

Blender is a highly versatile and powerful software application capable of supporting a wide range of functions, including 3D modeling, text...
David Campbell,
Teacher Kyle Rittmeier,
Student DRL / Fairfield,
Mechatronics

A Statue of Welds

Since I began studying welding, I have been considering the creation of a statue for my personal showcase. My intention is to craft a pi...
Shane McKinney,
Teacher Shamus Day,
Student DRL / Fairfield,
Welding

WALL – Retaining Wall Project

Our team designed and built a new retaining wall to enhance the appearance of a private home in the community. The project involved: Remov...
Anderson/Carbary,
Teacher Maddie Casto, Colby Highley, Andrew Hurlander,
Student NSC / Other,
Landscape Design

Juliette’s Hope Runway Project

This showcase focused on raising awareness about addiction, its impact, and the importance of serving and supporting others. Through interac...
Claudia Hubbard and Jennifer Watkins,
Teacher All Seniors,
Student DRL / Other,
Cosmetology

Composting System at the Natural Science Center

The goal of this project was to create a safe and enriching environment for our agricultural campus. In terms of safety, I aimed to reduce e...
Mr. Mark Anderson,
Teacher Claire Anderton,
Student NSC / Lakota West,

Abacus Toy Project

We have developed a toy designed to support the development of both gross and fine motor skills in children. The toy is an abacus, featuring...
Allison Bruns,
Teacher Amarachi Nkemakolam,
Student Satellite / Fairfield,
Family and Consumer Science

Understanding the Autistic Community

This project explores various aspects of the autistic experience, particularly how individuals with autism often respond to sensory overload...
Ms. Terrill,
Teacher Sydney Wilson,
Student BSC / Fairfield,
Healthcare Science

Canned for Drive for the Holidays

Contemporary Cuisine students organized a school-wide canned food drive to support Shared Harvest, a local food bank. By working closely wit...
Moon,
Teacher Contemporary Cuisine Students at Fairfield High School,
Student Satellite / Fairfield,
Family and Consumer Science

Why I Chose Criminal Justice

For my showcase, I presented why I chose to join the Criminal Justice program at Butler Tech. I shared my journey, how my experiences shaped...
Mr. Fitzgerald,
Teacher Adryanna Argo,
Student DRL / Middletown,
Criminal Justice

Automatons in Engineering

The objective of this project was to design and construct a box that incorporates simple machines and cam mechanisms to create an animated m...
Lindsey Wilkey,
Teacher Engineering Students,
Student Satellite / Hamilton,
Engineering

Animal Matching Recycling Game

This project is an educational matching game designed for children ages 6 to 8, created using recycled materials commonly found at home. The...
Allison Bruns,
Teacher Kloee Marlow and McKensie Schlabach,
Student Satellite / Fairfield,
Family and Consumer Science

3D Printing Problem Solver

After earning her CompTIA ITF+ certification—becoming the first female at DRL to achieve this milestone—Kaylena was eager to take on a n...
Randel Hall,
Teacher Kaylena Davis,
Student DRL / Monroe,
Information Technology

Ace That Interview Project

We Successfully Prepared for the Interview by: Conducting thorough research on the most commonly asked interview questions to anticipate po...
Kim Schultheiss,
Teacher Tamyra McNeal,
Student Satellite / Fairfield,
Family and Consumer Science

Go Fly a Kite

Aviation students assembled and flew kites to better understand the relationship between groundspeed, airspeed, and headings. By gathering c...
Rich Packer,
Teacher Vince Brown,
Student DRL / Lakota West,
Aviation

Bat Habitat

As part of the PLTW Engineering program at Lakota West Freshman, we built bat houses for first grade students at Clear Creek Elementary, who...
Mr. Scott Fetzer,
Teacher Josh Hale, Lucas Hamlisch, Zander Knollman, Howard Smith-Johnson,
Student DRL / Lakota West,
Engineering

LIZS – Bearded Dragon Terrarium

We designed a terrarium that closely mimics a bearded dragon’s natural habitat. Our goal was to improve their living conditions by providi...
Dana Martin,
Teacher Koreynne Benford and Bri Cottongin,
Student NSC / Colerain,
Veterinary Science

Hair Today, Protect Tomorrow

This project explored the importance of caring for natural hair, appreciating African American hair, and educating others about its history ...
Doug Mink and Leslie Fisher,
Teacher Jayla Smith and Madelyn Cooley,
Student BSC / Colerain,
Exercise Science

Mini Grill

For this project, we fabricated a grill using 304 stainless steel for the cooking surface and mild steel for the rest of the structure. We u...
Mr. Shane McKinney,
Teacher Oliver Hall, Gavin Turner, Gavin Chase,
Student DRL / Middletown,
Welding

Bumper Repair

For my project, I demonstrated the following: Removing the bumper using ratchets and sockets Repairing the bumper with a heat gun and body ...
Mr. Fred Hurt,
Teacher Payton Clarkston,
Student DRL / Talawanda,
Auto Collision

Codename: TrashSAT

Our team participated in the CTE Mission: CubeSAT competition to expand our technical skills, gain experience for future space-related caree...
Mr. David Campbell,
Teacher Austin Matala, Ayden Snedigar, Wade Valerius-Johnson, Trevor Almanza, Vincent Ariss, Lainey Brown,
Student DRL / Other,
Mechatronics

SAFE – Battery Recycling Project

Our project focused on creating a safe and efficient system for battery recycling. The design included: A designated storage container for...
Tom Newman,
Teacher Stephen Kyeremeh,
Student DRL / Fairfield,
Information Technology

Having a Job as a Student

This project explored the number of high school students who work, how they allocate their earnings (for personal or family expenses), and h...
Derek Dietz/Becky Hickey,
Teacher Aivy Nguyen (Fairfield) and Aurora Gamino (Hamilton,
Student BSC / Fairfield,
Healthcare Science

Mental Health

This project focused on raising awareness about mental health disorders, their prevalence, and their impact. Mental illness affects 1 in 5 p...
Mrs. Mink,
Teacher Jordan Flynn & Aubree Cook,
Student BSC / Fairfield,
PLTW Biomedical Science

AWS QC7-93 D1.1 Structural Welding Certification

This project focuses on the qualification and procedure for structural welding certification, including the AWS electrode classification sys...
Mr. McKinney,
Teacher Eleanor Hester,
Student DRL / Lakota East,
Welding

Day of the Dead – Visual Art & Design Fall 2020 Showcase

This artwork was inspired by Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a holiday celebrated in Hispanic cultures to honor loved ones who have p...
Mary Catherine Ruby,
Teacher Sierra Jenkins,
Student SOA / Middletown,
Visual Art and Design
Engineering

Cerebral Palsy Adaptive Bicycle

Students built an adaptive bicycle for a child with Cerebral Palsy.
Ken Kinch, Teacher

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