Message from Principal

A Warm Welcome to the 2025-26 School Year from Tina Pelto, High School Principal
Welcome to a new school year at Lorain County JVS! We’re excited to partner with you on a journey that combines academic excellence with hands-on training in high-demand fields. Whether your goal is to enter the workforce, continue your education, or explore both, your time at JVS will build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in Ohio’s rapidly evolving economy.
As workforce needs continue to grow across the state, career-technical education is more important than ever. Through strong industry partnerships and real-world learning experiences, our students earn credentials, gain meaningful workplace exposure, and contribute to Ohio’s talent pipeline from day one.
To our students: this is your opportunity to explore your interests, grow your abilities, and prepare for a future full of possibility. To our families: thank you for trusting us with your student’s education—we’re committed to providing a safe, supportive, and career-focused environment every step of the way.
Let’s make it a great year—together.
— Principal Tina Pelto
Lorain County JVS High School
Phone: (440) 774-1051
Email: tpelto@lcjvs.net
Our Team
Your Child(ren)’s success and achievements are powered by a dedicated team.
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Megan Champagne, Associate Principal
Brandon Kushinski, Associate Principal
Keith Blalock, Supervisor
Michelle McClintic, Supervisor
Crisy Velez, Supervisor
Melanie Brock, Supervisor
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Eliza Dole
Avon, Avon Lake, Keystone, and North Ridgeville
mail to: edole@lcjvs.netJoanne Gleason
Brookside, Columbia, Firelands, and Wellington
mail to: jgleason@lcjvs.netShannon Meadows
Amherst, Midview, and Oberlin
mail to: smeadows@lcjvs.netChris Wilde
Clearview and Elyria
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Becky Nemeth
Phone 440-774-1051, EXT., 22353
bnemeth@lcjvs.net
Jessica Byrd
Phone 440-774-1051, EXT.,22352
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Principal's Office
Michele Rennie - mail to: mrennie@lcjvs.net
Linda Gurich - mail to: lgurich@lcjvs.net
Student Services Office
Mary West - mail to: mwest@lcjvs.net
Lucy Hardin - mail to: lhardin@lcjvs.netAttendance/Discipline Office
Jessica Ross - mail to: jross@lcjvs.net
Julie Smyth - mail to: jsmyth@lcjvs.net
Pupil Services
Leona Lortcher - mail to: llortcher@lcjvs.net -
Deputy David Walker, Lorain County Sheriff's Office
mail to: dwalker@lcjvs.netDeputy Brienna Reed, Lorain County Sheriff's Office
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Amanda Mayle
mail to: amayle@lcjvs.net
Staff Directory: Under Construction
Eager to learn more?
We’re here to help you explore the possibilities and show how our district can set your child on the path to a bright future.