Oneonta High School

The Blount County Career Technical School (BCCTC) offers 11 skilled-trade and career-focused programs open to all Oneonta High School juniors and seniors. The 2026-2027 BCCTC Application opens Friday, January 30^th and the deadline to complete the application is Friday, February 6^th. After you submit your application through the Google Form sent by Mrs. Tolbert via email, you will be scheduled for an interview between Monday, February 9th, and Thursday, February 19th. You will be notified if you’ve been accepted into the Tech School Program via email on Friday, February 20^th. 

As Career Coach, I aid students in deciding what pathways they should consider. My ultimate goal is for students to know the answer to “What Happens After I Graduate?”. I break this down into the three ‘Es” – Enroll (College/Trade School), Enlist (Military) or Employed (Workforce). A lot of my Career Mentoring happens on a one-on-one level but can also be done in small groups. Students are prompted multiple times throughout the school year to reach out to me for one-on-one discussions so I can help them brainstorm what pathway might work best for them. This is where I feel my most impactful work happens, and I value the students who take the intiative to speak with me. As always, they can schedule a meeting with me by clicking HERE.

The Cooperative Learning program integrates paid work experience with classroom instruction, giving eligible juniors and seniors the opportunity to apply what they learn in real-world settings. Students gain hands-on experience in their chosen career fields while developing essential workplace skills such as communication, responsibility, and time management. By connecting academic learning to practical application, Cooperative Learning helps students build confidence, explore career interests, and better prepare for life after high school.

The 2026-2027 Co-Op Application opens Friday, January 30^th and the deadline to complete the application is Friday, February 6^th.  You will be notified if you’ve been accepted into the Co-Op via email on Friday, February 20^th. 

At Oneonta High School, we provide students with a wide range of career exploration opportunities designed to help them make informed decisions about their futures. Through guest speakers from various industries, on-campus career fairs, and hands-on college and industry tours, students gain real-world insight into potential career paths. We also host engaging events such as College & Career Night and Job Jam, which connect students and families directly with colleges, employers, and community partners. Together, these experiences expose students to postsecondary options, build career readiness skills, and help them confidently plan their next steps after graduation. If you are interested in becoming a Career Speaker at one of our events, click the “Be a Career Speaker” button up top and fill out the Google Form.

What is the FAFSA?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the online application that allows a student to apply simultaneously for all federal student aid (including the Pell Grant, work-study opportunities, and federal student loans.)

So what? 
All graduating seniors must be counseled on the FAFSA. Completing your FAFSA or certifying a non-participation waiver is a graduation requirement in the state of Alabama. If you do not complete either of these options, you will not be eligible to graduate!

» Go to FAFSA.gov to get started! Set up a meeting with Mrs. Tolbert for help – Schedule an Appointment.

The OHS Student Ambassadors is an honor organization comprised of upperclassmen chosen to represent Oneonta High School to rising/prospective students, parents, dignitaries, and other honored guests as well as the general public.  They are a goodwill envoy for the school system assisting with various school activities and community events as needed throughout the year.  

Why does Oneonta High have a Student Ambassador program?

1.       To build trust with our community and student body - Student Ambassadors add a layer of authenticity to our public events.  They are peers of our current Oneonta High student body members and can provide excellent insight into the day-to-day campus experience at OHS.

2.      To foster relationships and representation - Student Ambassadors come from a wide range of backgrounds and all have unique strengths in representing Oneonta High to those unfamiliar with our school. Their honesty and unscripted viewpoints help everyone feel more connected to OHS.

3.      To provide leadership opportunities for exceptional students - Serving as an OHS Student Ambassador offers a chance to grow leadership and communication skills and inspire other students to take a more active role in representing Oneonta.

How do Student Ambassadors serve Oneonta High School?

Student Ambassadors act as official hosts of Oneonta High any time we have public events or other special occasions throughout the school year.  Ambassadors look at situations from a positive perspective and have a strong desire to share that perspective with others.  They represent the best OHS has to offer - a dynamic mix of personalities with unique experiences and authentic voices telling their own stories of how they engage with the school community and culture in order to make connections with individuals.  The following are ideal traits of a OHS Student Ambassador:

1.       Positive attitude and strong moral character

2.      Various extracurricular involvements

3.      Accepting of others

4.      Consistent display of professionalism

5.      Excellent communication skills

6.      Interest in leadership and outreach

How are Student Ambassadors chosen to represent OHS?

Any student interested in applying for appointment to the Ambassadors must be a Junior or Senior in 2026-2027 and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applications open Friday, February 26^th. Completed applications and two teacher recommendations are due to Mrs. Tolbert in Room 106 no later than Thursday, March 26th 2026 by 3:00PM.  No exceptions will be made to the due date and time.  A round of interviews with Mrs. Tolbert will be scheduled once the application window closes.  A list of the students selected for appointment to the organization will be announced via morning announcements and email once interviews are completed.

If you have questions, feel free to reach out to Mrs. Tolbert at ntolbert@ocsredskins.com.

Scholarship opportunities will be posted on the Oneonta College & Career social media pages (Click here for Facebook / Instagram handle: oneonta.college.career) as well as sent out to student’s emails. Students are encouraged to look into scholarship opportunities offered by the specific colleges they are interested in attending. 

YouScience is used by OHS for Aptitude and Career Discovery. This program helps students discover their natural aptitudes and connects them to highly personal and relevant pathways and can be accessed for up to 10 years after students take the assessment in ninth grade. Completing YouScience is also a prerequisite for spring semester trips and job shadowing experiences junior and senior year.

But why are our students taking YouScience? To answer these questions.

» What careers are the right fit for me based on my natural strengths?

» What am I going to do after high school?

» How can I describe who I am with confidence?

» Where do I fit in the world of work and careers?