Belmont College and Steubenville High School Partner to Expand Adult Education Opportunities in Jefferson County
Community invited to open house showcasing new workforce training programs
STEUBENVILLE, OH (November 13, 2026) – Belmont College and Steubenville High School are partnering to expand adult education and workforce training opportunities in Jefferson County. Through this collaboration, adults will have access to specialized workforce coursework and certificate training at the Steubenville High School Pugliese STEM Academy.
To introduce the new opportunities, Belmont College and Steubenville High School will host a community open house on Tuesday, November 17, at 5:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Large Conference Room at Steubenville High School Pugliese STEM Academy, located at 420 N. 4th Street, Steubenville, Ohio.
Community members and representatives of the media are invited to attend, tour the facility, and learn more about the workforce training opportunities that will be offered through the partnership. Program offerings will include welding, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) training, Floor Covering, and additional workforce development programs.
“Belmont College shares our commitment to educational excellence, innovation, and community advancement,” said Mr. Aaron Newman, Principal, Steubenville High School. “By combining our resources, expertise and shared vision, we are positioning Steubenville High School to serve not only our current students but also adult learners seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth.”
He continued, “This partnership is about more than expanding educational programming. It is about opening doors, strengthening our local workforce and investing in the future of the Steubenville community.”
Classes are scheduled to begin for spring semester, providing area residents with greater access to career-focused education and hands-on training. The partnership is designed to connect classroom instruction with practical skills that prepare students for in-demand careers while helping address the workforce needs of the region.
“Belmont College is committed to expanding access to education and workforce training opportunities throughout the communities we serve. This partnership with Steubenville High School allows us to bring valuable, hands-on learning experiences directly into Jefferson County, making it easier for individuals to develop new skills, pursue career opportunities, and strengthen our regional workforce,” said Dr. Paul F. Gasparro, President at Belmont College.
The open house is free and open to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about available programs, ask questions, and explore how these educational opportunities can help them take the next step toward a rewarding career.
For more information, contact Julie Keck, Director of Marketing & Strategic Communications at Belmont College, at jkeck@belmontcollege.edu, or Natalie Campana at natalie.campana@rollred.org.
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