Career-technical students, under the direction of professional educators, offer services and products to the public during the school year. Please contact the areas directly for appointments and for cost information.
The following career-technical programs offer services and/or products for the community:
Automotive Collision Repair
Types of work performed includes: painting, collision work and minor auto body repair. Service is limited to vehicles less than 10 years old and is subject to the curriculum schedule. Owner must bring in their vehicle for an estimate prior to the acceptance of the work. Please call 419-661-6345 for an appointment or for further information.
If you are interested in donating equipment to any of our Automotive programs, please click on the following link to head to our Donations page for more information: Equipment Donation
Automotive Technology
Service is limited to vehicles less than 10 years old and is subject to the curriculum schedule. Transmission, timing belts, head gaskets, or major engine repair work is NOT accepted. Please call 419-661-6345 for an appointment or for further information.
If you are interested in donating equipment to any of our Automotive programs, please click on the following link to head to our Donations page for more information: Equipment Donation
Construction Trades
(Carpentry, Masonry, Electricity, Remodeling, and Heating & Air Conditioning)
To submit a request for a Construction-related project, please click on the following link to be directed to our online form:
Project Form If you have any questions relating to a project, or other Construction-related topic, please call 419-661-6358.
If you are interested in donating equipment to any of our Contruction Trades programs, please click on the following link to head to our Donations page for more information:
Equipment Donation
Computer-Aided Design
Students can assist with blueprint, 3-D printing services and architectural design projects. Call 419-661-6358 for more information.
Computer Technology
Students in the Information Technologies Academy program can assist with computer repair and troubleshooting and computer building projects. Call 419-666-1120 Ext. 2218 or Ext. 2220 for more information.
Cosmetology
The Cosmetology programs at Penta offer a variety of hair and spa services at a nominal fee. For an appointment, please call 419-666-1120 Ext. 1215 or Ext. 1217 to schedule. Click HERE for a full menu of services and fees. When you arrive for your appointment, follow the signs to the Cosmetology parking area. You may enter directly into the salon from the parking lot. Appointments are available during the school day, Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and Noon - 2:00 p.m. All services are performed by students. If Penta Career Center is closed for inclement weather, no Cosmetology services will be available on that day.
Culinary Connection Restaurant
Penta's Culinary Connection Restaurant is located near the main entrance of the building. Park in the visitor parking area, enter the front doors and you will be greeted at the main entrance.
Culinary Connection Current Schedule February - April 2024
Call 419-666-1120 Ext. 1104 to verify that the restaurant is open or to make a reservation. Reservations are preferred, especially for 5 or more guests.
Early Childhood Education – Preschool
Penta’s Early Childhood Education program operates a preschool called the Early Learning Center for children ages three to five. Enrollment in the preschool is available to the public on a first come, first serve basis. The preschool is open Monday – Thursday on school days from September through May. Call 419-661-6486 for more information.
Powersports & Engine Systems
Students repair and overhaul gas and diesel equipment such as lawn mowers, tractors, chain saws, snowmobiles, small outboard motors, motorcycles, and industrial equipment. Please call 419-661-6345 for an appointment or for further information.
If you are interested in donating equipment to our Powersports
program, please click on the following link to head to our Donations
page for more information: Equipment Donation
Petals N Plants Floral & Gift Shop
Petals N Plants offers floral arrangements for any occasion such as weddings and banquets. The shop also carries plants, candles, and other small gifts.
The floral and gift shop is open to the public Thursday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. on school days. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday hours available by appointment. Please call ahead at 419-661-6344 to verify that the shop is open. Hours may vary due to student scheduling, weather and other school events. As you enter the Penta campus, turn right and follow the signs to Floral Design and park in front of the greenhouse. The entrance is immediately adjacent to the parking area.
Criminal Justice
On a limited basis, students assist local law enforcement agencies with parking and traffic control, and other law enforcement related activities at area festivals, parades and fairs during the school year and in the summer. For more information, call 419-661-6486.
Small Animal Care
Students provide grooming for small animals on a sliding fee scale based on the weight of the animal. Click HERE
to see the costs for grooming services. Students also operate a small pet store with items such as: grooming supplies, animal treats and animal toys. To make a grooming appointment, please call 419-661-6362.
Welding
To submit a request for a Welding-related project, please click on the following link to be directed to our online form: Project Form
Students accept miscellaneous ornamental projects and fabrication projects as they fit into their curriculum. For more information, call 419-661-6358.
If you are interested in donating equipment to our Welding
programs, please click on the following link to head to our Donations
page for more information: Equipment Donation