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Mansfield, OH (June 4, 2026) – In observance of the upcoming holidays, the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center offices will operate on a different schedule. All offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, for Juneteenth and Friday, July 3 in observance of the July 4 holiday. Excluding these dates, the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center will be open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fingerprinting services continue to be by appointment only.

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 (June 2, 2026) – The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center will host a MagicSchool Certified Trainer session on June 9, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center, 890 W. 4th Street in Mansfield.

Registration is required for this FREE event for MOESC districts and partners. 

Join the MagicSchool Team and Mid-Ohio ESC for an engaging, hands-on workshop designed to help educators unlock the full potential of the Magic School platform! You will explore MagicSchool's toolkit in depth, including the new Learning Outcomes tools, and leave with practical strategies you can apply right away.

This session is built for teachers, curriculum coordinators and instructional coaches alike. Walk away with hands-on experience, practical strategies and your Magic School certification in just one day. Register to save your spot today!

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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 21, 2026) – Jennifer Crum, former Mid-Ohio ESC Director of Student Services, has received the Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award. Crum retired in January 2026 after serving as the Director of Student Services for seven years.

The Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award is awarded to an OAPSA member who has contributed greatly to the profession over the course of their career.  Candidates for this award have demonstrated that they are a highly successful school administrator who is commonly acknowledged as such in his/her/their district or agency and beyond.  

“Jennifer Crum’s impact on Mid-Ohio ESC and the students we serve cannot be overstated,” said Superintendent Kevin Kimmel. “Her visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to the ‘whole child’ and dedication to building strong systems of support have left a lasting legacy across our region. This recognition is a testament not only to her professional excellence, but to the passion and integrity she brought to her work every day. We are proud to celebrate her many contributions and the difference she has made in the lives of students, families and educators.”

Crum was nominated by the MOESC Staff including Shelly Patrick, Assistant Director of Student Services, who said, “It was an honor to nominate Jennifer Crum for the Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award. She exemplifies our Student Services mission of passionately serving the whole child through innovation, collaboration and dedication. She is dedicated to growing leaders while always keeping students’ best interests at the heart of her work, and her forward-thinking leadership established systems that will endure well beyond her time at MOESC.”

The Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award is presented to an administrator who meets the following criteria:

• A highly successful school administrator who is commonly acknowledged as such in his/her/their district or agency and beyond.
• Has been or is an active OAPSA member
• Has made a significant contribution to improving pupil services, student services and/or special education work in his/her/their district or agency and/or beyond.
• Candidates are also: 
  • actively involved in school pupil services, student services and/or special education administration and is an OAPSA member OR
  • a former school pupil services administrator who was an OAPSA member while in that role and has taken another position in education, OR
  • a retired school pupil services administrator who has been, or is a retired OAPSA member

"It is a privilege to have joined the Mid-Ohio ESC staff in nominating Jennifer for this recognition,” said Eric Turlo, Director of Student Services. “Jennifer didn’t just lead student services; she transformed them. From building regional workforce pipelines to the creation of a student focused behavior support services team, her forward-thinking work has left a lasting impact on students across our region. This award is a fitting tribute to her career of innovation, advocacy and unwavering dedication to the 'whole child.' "

Crum’s nomination honors a career defined by visionary leadership and a steadfast commitment to modernizing special education systems through high-level compliance and collaborative trust. Her legacy includes successfully managing complex statewide grants, dramatically increasing support for English Language Learners and fostering a professional culture rooted in mentorship and continuous growth.

“Being selected for the John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award by OAPSA is truly meaningful to me, and I am deeply humbled to be recognized among such dedicated professionals in our field,” said Crum.

“I am sincerely grateful to OAPSA for its leadership in recognizing and celebrating the work of student services administrators across Ohio, as well as for the invaluable networking opportunities, conferences and ongoing commitment to advancing our profession.

"More importantly, an award like this is never the result of one individual—it reflects the collective work of a team committed to making a difference. I have been fortunate to work alongside Superintendent Kevin Kimmel and the MOESC board who believed in me, opened doors and encouraged me to bring ideas to life, even allowing space to learn through failure while continuing to move forward. I have also had the privilege of collaborating with MOESC directors who intentionally break down silos, think beyond the expected and build meaningful programs and opportunities for those we serve. I am especially thankful for our entire MOESC Student Services Department, whose commitment helped refine the vision, implement it with fidelity and sustain an unwavering belief that together we could achieve greater things. This recognition truly belongs to all of us.”

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 19, 2026) – The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (ESC) Business Advisory Council, in partnership with the Cardington Miller Center, Marion Technical College, Ashland University and Morrow County school districts, proudly hosted its End-of-Year Celebration on May 8, 2026, recognizing student achievements and industry certifications earned through the inaugural year of the Morrow County TurboCert program.

Launched in January 2026, the Morrow County TurboCert program completed its first successful semester, providing students with intensive, career-focused programming designed to prepare them for high-demand industries through hands-on training and nationally recognized credentials.

During the celebration, students were presented with certificates and credentials by Amy Wood, Director of Grants and Special Projects, and Kalin Wilburn, Morrow County TurboCert Program Coordinator. The 2025–2026 cohort included eight students representing three of Morrow County’s four public school districts.

2025–2026 Recognized Students

5G Readiness and Fiber OpTIC Installer (Information Technology)

Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) and Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) - Steven Damron (Cardington); Zack Pickens (Cardington); Anthony Scheibe (Northmor); Raedon Weathers (Cardington); Kayden Wells (Cardington)

FANUC Robotic Arm and Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation PLC (Advanced Manufacturing)

Fanuc Handling Tool Operation & Programming and Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation PLC - Mudar Abuayyash (Highland); Dane Creswell (Northmor); Dakota Smith (Highland)

All participating students also qualified for the Ohio State Apprenticeship Council Recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program Certificate of Completion in Manufacturing.

The first year of the Morrow County TurboCert program demonstrated exceptional success:

• 100% passage rate in either the Fiber OpTIC Installer program, earning 12 credential points or the 5G Wireless Infrastructure Association program, earning 12 credential points
• 100% passage rate in the FANUC Robotics program, earning 6 credential points
• 100% passage rate in the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) program, earning 6 credential points

Students interested in enrolling in the Morrow County TurboCert program for the upcoming fall or spring semesters are encouraged to contact Program Coordinator Kalin Wilburn at wilburn.kalin@moesc.net or speak with their school career coach or counselor for additional information.

Hosted at the Cardington Miller Center, the TurboCert program provides high school juniors and seniors with the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials in advanced manufacturing and advanced technology. As a dynamic and accelerated workforce development initiative, TurboCert equips students with the skills, certifications and experience necessary to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving career landscape.

Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center provides specialized academic and support services, including professional development, 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, 2026) – 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 12 Results (6th Grade):

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

Colonel Crawford A won with a score of 101 to Wooster B’s 100 points. Colonel Crawford A was made up of Hudson Bond, Jason Phillips, Cole Niedermier, Allison Parr and Lainey Haldeman. Wooster B’s team members were Cora Feierabend, Alec Feierabend, Harrison Sutter, Ethan Conrad, Matthew Norris, Chelsea Schantz, Eva Bacon, Ella Parthemore and Aubrey Thompson.

May 13 Results (7/8th Grade):

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

Lexington A was the champion with a score of 110.7, and Crestview A took second place with a score of 102. Lexington A includes Carter G., Ben M., Coulter S., Brody S. and Archer T. Crestview A is made up of David Souder, Cruz Ramsey, Elianna Kelley, Isla Derr, Annaselin Briggs and Khloe Bernhard.

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 11, 2026) – Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center hosted its annual Student Leadership Conference on Friday, May 8. This event was for students in grades 9 through 12 to enjoy an interactive and engaging day exploring leadership practices.

The leadership conference was open to all MOESC client/partnering districts, and approximately 200 students and 20 adults from 9 school districts attended the event.

The conference aims to increase leadership capacities among students by giving them an opportunity outside of their home district to develop leadership and collaboration skills. The goal of this opportunity is to prepare students to assume leadership roles and become change agents. Bringing students from different districts delivers the possibilities of various perspectives and learning experiences.

Kevin Fourman, Educational Consultant & Special Programs Coordinator, reflected on the event: “Students from area school districts enjoyed engaging, hands-on team building activities and motivational speakers to aid them in their future endeavors as student school leaders.”

After starting the day with engaging activities, students heard from keynote speaker Dr. Jim Mahoney, had lunch and ended the day with the final keynote speaker, Mr. Doug Ute, OHSSA Executive Director.

A long-time educator and entrepreneur, Jim Mahoney has dedicated his life to bettering educational opportunities for all students, serving as a superintendent, principal, and teacher. In 2001, he joined Battelle for Kids as the organization’s first executive director.

Doug Ute, a former coach, teacher, athletic administrator, principal and superintendent who spent 35 years in Ohio’s schools, was named the Executive Director of the Ohio High School Athletic Association on September 8, 2020. He is the OHSAA’s 11th leader in its 117-year history.

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.