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About Community Educational Outreach Service (CEOS)
All About Community Educational Outreach Service
Members of WVCEOS are people like you!
Together, members conduct and participate in motivating educational activities that help members continue education, serve their community and socialize. Join the CEOS organization by calling your local WVU Extension office and start making a difference today.
A statewide club supporting West Virginia since 1914
WVCEOS is a voluntary, nonprofit organization functioning in cooperation with West
Virginia University Extension. It is one of the largest educational organizations
in the nation.
Over the past decade, West Virginia CEOS members performed more than 5.6 million
hours of service for communities in need.
CEOS program areas of emphasis include preserving the environment, building family strengths, and increasing awareness of our global interdependence.
Through dedicated service and continued education, CEOS members strengthen
individuals, families and communities across West Virginia.
In West Virginia, the first club (then a Farm Women’s Club) was established on December 14, 1914. Today, approximately 2,000 members participate in this outstanding program, available in all 55 counties.
CEOS in Hancock County
Hancock County has one CEOS club, the Newview Club, formed when the New Manchester and Fairview clubs merged. The group holds its meetings on the first Thursday of each month at the Hancock County Senior Services Center, at 11 a.m. A light lunch is followed by a business meeting and monthly lesson. The public is always cordially invited to attend the meeting and lesson and, also, to join the group for lunch.*
*If having lunch, the usual Senior Center fee applies.
Learn about the Newview CEOS Club
2018 CEOS Educational Topics
Above, representatives of the Newview CEOS club at the 2017 West Virginia Community Educational Outreach Service Conference at Jackson's Mill.
2026 CEOS Lessons
Features eleven topics to explore.
Lessons are provided to CEOS Clubs and made available for download as 508 accessible PDFs for two years following publication. Then they are archived as a group Zip file by their year of publication.
Making Culinary Extracts at Home
Pure, homemade extracts are easy to make and are one of the easiest ways to add flavor to cooking and baking. Making them at home, you have control to use quality ingredients with no fillers, imitation flavors, or corn syrup. Participants will learn general extract making methods, using fruits, citrus, and other flavors, as well as techniques to make them with or without alcohol by using glycerin.
A Fairs and Festival Series – 100 Years of the State Fair of West Virginia
Learn how infused oils can be made safely at home; Increase in understanding about botulism; Learn how to safely store infused oils.
How to make infused oils (garlic olive oil, hot pepper oil, etc)
Learn the rich history of coffee and discover the many uses of coffee and the grounds. And then explore the rising health benefits associated with coffee.
From Brine to Boom: The salt industry in West Virginia
This lesson will identify the major salt producing regions in WV and describe the process of salt extraction. This lesson will also explain the importance of the salt industry to the early development of WV and discuss the social and environmental impacts of salt mining in WV. The heritage of the salt industry will also be discussed and identification of current salt mines.
History of Small Towns in West Virginia: Newell and the Legacy if Fiestaware
Historical Context: Provide a comprehensive overview of the history of Newell, West Virginia, establishing the geographical and cultural backdrop against which the story of Fiestaware unfolds. Fiestaware Origins: Explore the origins of Fiestaware within the context of the Homer Laughlin China Company's operations in Newell, tracing the evolution of the company's product line from traditional white ware to the colorful dinnerware that would become iconic. Economic Impact: Examine the economic significance of Fiestaware production in Newell, highlighting its role in driving employment and industry within the local community. Cultural Influence: Investigate the cultural impact of Fiestaware, analyzing its symbolism and significance within American domestic life and broader popular culture, particularly during the mid-20th century.
Military Bases in West Virginia During World War II
West Virginia played a vital role in the war effort. There were training areas for pilots, hospitals, prisoner of war facilities, and a training area for mountain warfare. There was also a facility that manufactured explosives for military use.
Marking West Virginia's History
This lesson will explain the history behind West Virginia's Historical Highway Markers, the white signs you see along the roads. Some of the more popular signs will be highlighted. The lesson will give detail into why certain events/locations were chosen, the history of the funding, and how CEOS members can become involved with saving our West Virginia History for future generations.
The Art of Pastry: Pie a Heritage Tradition
A Pastry is a stiff dough made with simple ingredients flour, salt, fat and liquid. Most pastry is leavened only by the action of steam. Variations of these simple ingredients to create pastries can be found throughout different cultures and from ancient times. Participants will learn about the history of pastry, the secrets to a successful pastry pie crust, recipes for different types of pies, and the science behind a pastry.
Christmas Cookies Part 2: Making & Sharing Holiday Baked Goods
This would be a second lesson to the original "Christmas Cookies: History and Sharing of Baked Goods." The lesson was popular and in this lesson we would share more bar cookies and fudges that would accompany the traditional cookies on a Christmas cookie tray.
How Hobbies Help
Participants will learn how having a hobby is tied to happiness Participants will understand the benefits of having hobbies: mental, social, cognitive, physical Participants will learn how to set goals and start (or re-start) a hobbies.
Beautify with Bulbs
Participants will be able to use general care practices to get the most out of their bulb plantings. Participants will select ideal sites for planting bulbs in their home garden and flowerbeds. Participants will learn to properly store hardy and tender bulbs and select high-quality bulbs. Participants will learn to identify types of bulbs.
2025 CEOS Lessons
Features ten topics to explore.
Lessons are provided to CEOS Clubs and made available for download as 508 accessible PDFs for two years following publication. Then they are archived as a group Zip file by their year of publication.
Your Grandson's Not in Jail - How to Avoid Being Scammed
In a world where clicking, swiping and digital transactions are the norm, it is unfortunate that seniors often find themselves particularly at risk. In this Lesson, learn different types of scams to identify and avoid.
Backstitch: A Brief History of Needles, Bobbins and Stitches
Learn and explore the evolution of sewing technology, techniques and how and when to use different stiches.
Cup of Comfort: Coffee and Its Uses
Learn the rich history of coffee and discover the many uses of coffee and the grounds. And then explore the rising health benefits associated with coffee.
A Guide to Conquering the Houseplant Jungle
Increase your knowledge of proper houseplant care, common problems and the best remedies.Then also identify easy to care for and pet-friendly houseplants to have in your home.
Echoes of the Past: Creative Writing for Legacy Building
Brainstorm ideas to generate a list of potential stories to write and learn to apply writing techniques to capture your memories. Then learn the importance of preserving your life stories and create a plan to share your memories with family and future generations.
Mail Pouch Barns
Learn how national advertising campaigns began in West Virginia. Then we will talk about the last of the barn partners, Harley Warrick. And last, learn how these structures survived federal regulations.
Home Grown: West Virginia Made Products We Love
First, You will explore popular West Virginia products. Then you will be introduced to some hidden treasure products you will want to check out. Finally learn about the importance of supporting local vendors and producers.
Christmas Cookies: History and Sharing of Baked Goods
In this Lesson you will be introduced to the background of common holiday traditions. Learn tips for successful cookie baking. Then discuss and share holiday heritage traditions.
Make it! Decorating for the Holidays with Handmade and Natural Décor
In this Lesson you will learn new ways to create holiday decor for your home. Save money and conserve your holiday budget by using found or inexpensive items for decor.
Emergency Preparedness 101:Plan, Prepare, Prevail
In case of an Emergency at home, you will learn topics to discuss with family, what items are needed to have on hand for a disaster kit, identify measures to take when evacuating your home, and many other useful tips in this Lesson.
Archived CEOS Lessons
Lessons are provided to CEOS Clubs and made available for download as 508 accessible PDFs for two years following publication. Then they are archived as a group Zip file by their year of publication.
Join the Newview CEOS Club or Start a Club
For information on how to become a member of the Newview CEOS club, or to start a
CEOS group of your own, contact the
Hancock County Extension Office at
304-564-3805, or County Council President Janet Keller at
304-387-0354.