New Philadelphia, OH (May 13, 2026) - Buckeye Career Center has named the May Student of the Month recipients. Two high school students were chosen for the honor for demonstrating May’s core value of innovation/adaptability. An Adult Education student was also selected.
The first high school winner is Medical Assisting senior Sophie McMasters. McMasters attends BCC from New Philadelphia. She is employed at Park Village Healthcare in Dover. She was nominated by her chemistry teacher, Mrs. Robin Benedict. “She works hard in her classes and truly cares about her grades and doing well in school, while also working full-time hours at a nursing home,” said Benedict. Following graduation, McMasters plans to move to Lima, Ohio to continue her healthcare journey by enrolling in EMT school. McMasters is the daughter of Kori and Tristen Lambert.
The second high school winner is Business & Marketing senior Angus Toalston. Toalston attends BCC from Carrollton. At BCC, he is a member of Business Professionals of America. Toalston’s math instructor, Mrs. Alisha Numbers, nominated him for the honor. “Angus works independently and has never missed an assignment. He uses critical thinking skills and is gifted in math,” commented Numbers. Following graduation, Toalston plans to attend college to become a certified professional accountant. He is the son of Laura and Richard Toalston.
The May Adult Education Student of the Month is Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration student Shamealle Wicker. Wicker previously attended Mid East Career and Technology Centers and is self-employed. Wicker enrolled in the program to further her technical skillset and knowledge and hopes to next take the BCC Adult Education plumbing and electrical programs while gaining more certifications. Wicker’s instructor, Mr. Josh Feister, nominated Wicker for the honor. “Shamealle is extremely hard working and very determined to advance. She works well with others and is always positive,” he said. Wicker lives in New Philadelphia with her wife Kristin and two children.
The three were recognized by the Buckeye Career Center Board of Education at the board’s May meeting.