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Mansfield, OH (May 15, 2025) – The 6th-8th grade academic challenge teams concluded their academic challenge season this week. We want to congratulate all competitors but especially our winners for each tournament.

May 13th Results (6th Grade):

6th-grade teams: Colonel Crawford A & B; Crestline; Crestview A & B; Discovery; Fredericktown A & B; Lexington A & B; Mansfield A & B; Mansfield Spanish Immersion A & B; Northmor A & B; Ontario; Plymouth-Shiloh; Sacred Heart A & B; St. Mary’s of Mansfield; St. Mary’s of Woorster; Shelby A & B; Wooster A & B

The Lexington teams swept first and second place. Lexington A took first with a score of 126 and is comprised of Ben M., Quinn G. Ina G. and Gracie C. Lexington B got second place with a score of 99. Their team members are Emily S. Monte C., Ben D. and Paisley K.

May 14th Results (7/8th Grade):

7/8th-grade teams: Ashland A & B, Colonel Crawford A & B; Crestview A & B; Hillsdale; Lexington A & B; Madison; Mansfield Christian A & B; Mansfield Middle School; Mansfield Spanish Immersion; Mt. Gilead A & B; Northmor A & B; Northwestern; Ontario A & B; Plymouth-Shiloh; Sacred Heart A & B; St. Mary’s of Mansfield; St. Mary’s of Wooster; St. Peter’s A & B; Shelby; Upper Sandusky A & B; Wooster A & B 

Mansfield Spanish Immersion was the champion with a score of 110, and Lexington A got second place with a score of 97. Mansfield Spanish Immersion includes Liam McCumiskey, Asher Robbins, Alesanna Nixon, Brenna Howe, Kylie Baker and Owen Doan. Lexington A is made up of Carter G., Axl L., Coulter S., Jesse S. and Noah T.

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center provides specialized academic and support services to 13 school districts and over 20,000 students in Crawford, Morrow and Richland Counties. Client districts receive services from curriculum, gifted and special education consultants, speech pathologists, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists and physical therapists.

Mansfield, OH (May 14, 2025) – The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) Vision Team proudly hosted its second annual Vision Student Networking Day on May 9, 2025. The event, organized in collaboration with Highland Local Schools, Cardinal Rehab and Ohio Deaf and Blind Education Services (ODBES), brought together students with visual impairments from across the region to foster peer connections and provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

This year’s Vision Student Networking Day welcomed approximately 16 students from 11 school districts, including Ashland, Highland, Mount Vernon, Loudonville, Bucyrus, Madison, Cardington, Fredericktown, Mt. Gilead, Crestline and Lucas. The day was filled with inclusive, sensory-friendly activities rooted in the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) and thoughtfully aligned with each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.

The event was brought to life by a passionate team of educators and specialists: Tyler Albright and Hannah Ginn, Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVIs); Amber Billings, Highland Local TVI; Renee Ware, TVI and Heather Geiser, Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist (COMS) from Cardinal Direction; Kallie Poast, TVI, COMS, Shelley McCoy Shehata, TVI, COMS and Dan Kelley, TVI and Assistive Technology Specialist from Ohio Deaf and Blind Education Services (ODBES). Together, they created a variety of engaging, hands-on experiences using adaptive technology and games to meet student needs.

The goal of the day was not only to provide meaningful educational tools, but also to offer joyful opportunities for students to build social, vocational and independent living skills in a fun and supportive environment.

A special highlight was the opportunity for students to work with David Spencer, a professional illustrator. Mr. Spencer guided students through the creative process as they drew alongside him on accessible paper. Their artwork was then transformed into tactile images using a Picture in a Flash machine and Swell Touch Paper—a unique material that creates raised graphics through thermal printing. This hands-on experience brought art and literacy to life in a way that students could see and feel, making creativity more accessible and deeply engaging.

“Events like the Vision Student Networking Day create memorable experiences that empower students while strengthening partnerships among schools, families and community organizations,” said Jennifer Crum, Director of Student Services. “It is a true celebration of learning, inclusion and shared growth.”

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center provides specialized academic and support services to 13 school districts and over 20,000 students in Crawford, Morrow and Richland Counties. Client districts receive services from curriculum, gifted and special education consultants, speech pathologists, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists and physical therapists.

Mansfield, OH (May 12, 2025) – The Mid-Ohio ESC has partnered with Ashland University to offer a principal licensure program. This comprehensive pathway is designed for educators aspiring to earn their administrative license and take on leadership roles in education. Participants will join a cohort of at least 10 peers and progress through a series of courses focused on developing the knowledge, skills and competencies essential for effective leadership in today’s dynamic educational landscape.

A virtual information meeting will be held on May 21, 2025 at 4 p.m. A zoom link will be sent to all registered participants. If you would like more information prior to the informational meeting, contact Dr. Mark Burke, burke.mark@moesc.net. 

Cohort Benefits:

• Access to MOESC Principal Network Meetings
• Free admission to MOESC Administrative Fall Conference
• Free access to executive coaching from MOESC’s Department of Leadership and Learning
• Established office hours for support from MOESC’s Department of Leadership Supports
• Access to human resource services: resume creation, mock interviews, portfolio review, etc. 
• Opportunities for cohort meetings for in-person support, professional learning and networking

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center provides specialized academic and support services to 13 school districts and over 20,000 students in Crawford, Morrow and Richland Counties. Client districts receive services from curriculum, gifted and special education consultants, speech pathologists, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists and physical therapists. 

Mansfield, OH (May 9, 2025) – The Mid-Ohio ESC held its first High School Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Career Mentor and Mentee Celebration Event on May 8, 2025. The half-day event brought together students, mentors, educators and community partners to celebrate the achievements and future contributions of local high school SLP mentees. 

The morning began with breakfast and networking, followed by a warm welcome from Mid-Ohio ESC Superintendent Kevin Kimmel. Attendees then enjoyed engaging presentations from high school participants across Crawford, Morrow and Richland counties, who shared their learning experiences under the guidance of practicing SLP mentors. The program, structured as an internship, provided students with 60 hours of immersive career preparation experiences including 20 hours of job shadowing and curriculum aligned to the Ohio SLP/Educational Aide Licensure which students will be eligible to receive immediately following their high school graduation. Under the guidance of their mentors, students engaged in speech language activities with younger students and created a new play based speech therapy tool that could be used with current and future students receiving these services. 

Presentations by Bowling Green State University undergraduate students in Communication Disorders and a virtual keynote from Dr. Charles H. Carlin, Director of the School of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology at the University of Akron further helped students understand the college coursework needed to become an SLP and the job opportunities in the field. The program included a college visit to the University of Akron, where students toured the campus and received detailed enrollment information.

A special recognition ceremony honored each mentee, with honorariums presented by members of the Connections Fund Advisory Committee and the Richland County Foundation. Mentors were also recognized for their vital role in supporting the internship process and shaping the next generation of professionals in the field. 

Each Mentee in the 2025 Speech Language Pathology Mentorship Program earned a $500 internship stipend on behalf of The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center Board of Governors and the Richland County Community Connection Grant. Congratulations to the following recipients: Emma Graves, Bucyrus City Schools; Emerson Bragg, Highland Local Schools Elina Gilland, Mansfield St. Peters School; Elyse Belcher, Crestview Local Schools; Emily Bogner, Madison Local Schools; Hannah Markley, Madison Local Schools; Lily Cline, Crestview Local Schools; Sylvia Secrist, Lexington Local Schools.

The event concluded with networking opportunities and interviews, spotlighting the inspiring journeys of mentees and the dedicated professionals guiding them.

The Mid-Ohio SLP Career Mentorship Development Team, comprised of Student Services Director Jennifer Crum, Director of Grants & Special Projects Amy Wood, SLP Mentorship Coordinator Kevin Fourman; SLP Mentorship Consultant Leslie Ried with Highland Local Schools; and Mid-Ohio ESC Regional SLP Consultant Johanna Gilland, developed the SLP Mentorship Program. Structured as a paid internship with individualized career mentoring, this program is aligned to the Mid-Ohio ESC’s Business Advisory Council’s Quality Practices and is designed to support the growth and career aspirations of the SLP High School Student Mentees.

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center provides specialized academic and support services to 13 school districts and over 20,000 students in Crawford, Morrow and Richland Counties. Client districts receive services from curriculum, gifted and special education consultants, speech pathologists, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists and physical therapists. 

Support for this program was provided by a grant from the Richland County Foundation. The Richland County Foundation is one of the largest private sources of grant-making in Richland County and administers over 430 charitable funds established by individuals, families, and businesses. The mission of the Richland County Foundation is to improve and enhance the quality of life in Richland County through strategic philanthropy and community leadership. For more information, visit richlandcountyfoundation.org.

Mansfield, OH (May 6, 2025) – Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) is pleased to announce the inclusion of student artwork at an art exhibition sponsored by the Mansfield Public Art Commission (MPAC) and the Mansfield Richland County Public Library (MRCPL) main branch.

This year's top award winners at last month’s Artapolooza, Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center's annual student art show, were invited by MPAC to exhibit their winning artwork at The Mayor's Show: Rising Artists of Mid-Ohio. Fourteen local school districts are represented in this exhibit including Bucyrus City Schools, Clear Fork Valley Local Schools, Crestview Local Schools, Galion City Schools, GOAL Digital Academy, Highland Local Schools, Lexington Local Schools, Lucas Local Schools, Madison Local Schools, Mansfield City Schools, Mansfield Christian School, Mt. Gilead Local Schools, Northmor Local Schools and Plymouth-Shiloh Local Schools.

“Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center and The Public Art Commission are proud to support this exhibition, which celebrates the creativity and vision of our student artists. Their work not only enriches our community but also represents the future of public art. We believe in empowering young voices and providing platforms where they can be seen, heard and celebrated,” states Jennifer Pennell, MOESC Gifted Education Consultant, chair of Artapolooza and chair of the Mansfield Public Art Commission.

This gallery exhibition is the first to be displayed in the new gallery space that resulted from a collaboration of MPAC and MRCPL and will be open until May 23. The dedicated space is in the 2nd-floor lobby of the Main Library located at 43 W. Third Street, Mansfield, Ohio and is open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. For more information, visit mrcpl.org.

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center provides specialized academic and support services to 13 school districts and over 20,000 students in Crawford, Morrow and Richland Counties. Client districts receive services from curriculum, gifted and special education consultants, speech pathologists, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists and physical therapists.

Mansfield, OH (April 29, 2025) – As the end of the current school year approaches, individuals interested in substitute teaching can prepare for the upcoming school year now. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is looking for substitute teachers to work in a number of area school districts.

Substitute teachers play a vital role in the education of our children. When a substitute teacher can’t be found, schools will often ask full-time teachers to give up their planning hours in order to fill in. This has a negative effect on the teacher’s ability to plan their classes effectively, ultimately affecting students as well. Substitute teachers step in and lighten that load while ensuring that each student receives quality instruction while their formal teacher is away.

Districts continue to have the flexibility to use substitute teachers with an associate degree, Pre-Service Permit, high school diploma or GED. Each local Board of Education has the option to set the educational level for their substitute teachers by adopting a resolution. Interested substitutes should contact the district(s) that they are interested in working to find out what they will be requiring. 

To work within Mid-Ohio ESC’s client districts, candidates must submit a Mid-Ohio ESC Substitute Teachers application, and new Substitute Teachers must submit their application by scheduling an appointment. MOESC has waived the application fee for the 2025-2026 school year. Candidates must also have a current and valid BCI/FBI background check. Fingerprinting for a background check can be completed at the Mid-Ohio ESC office for a fee.

After applying to be a substitute with Mid-Ohio ESC, candidates must apply for a substitute teacher license through the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce unless they already hold a current teaching license or Pre-Service permit. This step must not be completed prior to the application process at Mid-Ohio ESC; otherwise, the license application will be declined.

Other important information, including a downloadable application, can be found at Mid-Ohio ESC’s website. Potential candidates with questions can call Mid-Ohio ESC at 419-774-5520 or email sub@moesc.net.

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center provides specialized academic and support services to 13 school districts and over 20,000 students in Crawford, Morrow and Richland Counties. Client districts receive services from curriculum, gifted and special education consultants, speech pathologists, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists and physical therapists.