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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.

Mansfield, OH (May 8, 2026) – The Mid-Ohio ESC held its High School Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) & School Psychology Mentorship Program Celebration on May 7, 2026. The half-day event brought together students, mentors, educators and community partners to celebrate the achievements and future contributions of local high school SLP and School Psychology mentees. 

The morning began with breakfast and networking, followed by a warm welcome from Mid-Ohio ESC Superintendent Kevin Kimmel. The program, structured as an internship, provided students with 60 hours of immersive career preparation experiences including 20 hours of job shadowing and a curriculum designed to explore various topics surrounding these career fields. Under the guidance of their mentors, students engaged in speech language and school psychology activities to get a more in depth exploration of what the day-to-day experience is in these fields. At the celebration event, students shared their experience through white board presentations. 

Presentations by Elina Gilland, a Speech Language Pathology and Social Computing major at Mount St. Joseph University and Shelby Keever, a Psychology major at St. Norbert College, helped students understand the college coursework needed to become an SLP and the job opportunities in the field.

Mentors were also recognized for their vital role in supporting the internship process and shaping the next generation of professionals in the field. Attendees then enjoyed engaging presentations from high school participants across Ashland, Crawford, Morrow and Richland counties who shared their learning experiences under the guidance of practicing SLP and School Psychology mentors. The event concluded with a mentor recognition by Eric Turlo, Director of Student Services, pictures and student displays. 

Each mentee in the 2026 Speech Language Pathology and School Psychology Mentorship Program earned a $500 internship stipend on behalf of The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center Board of Governors. Congratulations to the following recipients: Nora Ball, Lexington Local Schools; Dylan Coppler, Bucyrus City Schools; Emma Graves (year 2), Bucyrus City Schools; Eva Hadsell, Ontario Local Schools; Autumn Miller, Galion City Schools; Rilyn Mott, Highland Local Schools; Emma Reynolds, Madison Local Schools; Sylvia Secrist (year 2), Lexington Local Schools; Kahlen Simmons, Hillsdale Local Schools; and Polly Taylor, Lexington Local Schools.

The Mid-Ohio SLP and School Psychology Career Mentorship Development Team, comprised of Director of Student Services Eric Turlo, High School Mentorship Coordinator Kevin Fourman; and Mid-Ohio ESC Regional SLP Consultant Johanna Gilland, Mid-Ohio ESC School Psychology Regional Consultant, Kylie Dennison-Rebon and School Psychology Mentorship Consultant Julia Pilla who helped to develop the School Psychology Modules. 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 and School Psychology 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. 

Mansfield, OH (May 6, 2026) – Mid-Ohio ESC is excited to announce the return of Includapalooza, a conference for school-based professionals, to be held at the Mid-Ohio ESC Conference Center on August 11, 2026 from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

This conference is for school-based professionals, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, school psychologists, intervention specialists, general education teachers, administrators and others who work directly with students.

This one-day conference will feature expert speakers presenting sessions approved for continuing education, totaling six contact hours. The event includes two keynote presentations followed by multiple breakout sessions.

The Keynote Speakers are Chris Nikic and Team Nikic. Chris Nikic set a new world record by being the first person with Down syndrome to complete a 140.6-mile Ironman. His mission is to inspire others like him to pursue their dreams and goals. He is the author of 1% Better: Reaching My Full Potential and How You Can Too. His greatest achievement is showing others how shifting your focus from your disabilities to your abilities and pursuing your dreams with an unwavering tenacity, a positive attitude and a no-quit grit can help anyone achieve their goals and dreams. 

“We are excited to once again partner with our committee to bring this unique professional learning opportunity to educators across our region,” said Shelly Patrick, assistant student services director. This year’s conference will offer expanded opportunities for interactive workshops and meaningful networking and is open to all individuals committed to serving the whole child through innovation, collaboration and dedication. Attendees will also have the opportunity to earn accredited CEUs through the OT Board, PT Board and ASHA.”

Participants will actively workshop strategies and collaborate with colleagues while exploring topics such as a multi-disciplinary approach to AAC implementation, ETR compliance, PreK tips and classroom connection strategies, the role of play in autism, effective co-teaching practices, vision supports, strengthening transition planning, meeting the needs of nonverbal students with autism and developmental disabilities, the power of joint attention and understanding the Window of Tolerance. 

Registration is required. The cost is $175 for MOESC employees, and $200 for non-MOESC employees. 

For additional information, contact Megan Shook via email at shook.megan@moesc.

Includapalooza Flyer

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 4, 2026) – The Mid-Ohio ESC Business Advisory Council, in partnership with the Crawford Success Center, North Central State College and Crawford County school districts, held an End of the Year Celebration on May 1, 2026 to recognize the participating students’ accomplishments and certifications. The event brought together students, educators and community partners to celebrate the achievements and future contributions of local high school juniors and seniors.

The morning began with refreshments, networking and a warm welcome from TurboCert Program Coordinator Kevin Fourman, followed by a motivational anecdote from MOESC’s Amy Wood, Director of Grants and Special Projects. Attendees then enjoyed engaging presentations from Crawford Partnership Executive Director Makenna Laser, North Central State College President Dr. Dorey Diab and Crawford Success Center Facility Manager Nate Harvey. 

A special recognition ceremony honored each student, with certificates and credentials presented by MOESC and personalized student comments delivered by Superintendent Kevin Kimmel.

The 2025-2026 Crawford County TurboCert students represented five of the six Crawford County school districts with a total of 23 unique and individual students for the year.

2025-2026 Recognized Students

Registered Phlebotomy Technician (Healthcare)

American Medical Technologist - Samantha Auck, Buckeye Central; Anna Baker, Crestline; Shelby Cumston, Galion; Jillian Dulaney, Buckeye Central; Janelle Jian, Bucyrus; Adrienne Jury, Buckeye Central; *Jacob Kalb, Bucyrus; Ava Presler, Buckeye Central and Brooklyn Ryland, Bucyrus 

5G Readiness (Information Technology)

Wireless Infrastructure Association - Hayden Butcher, Bucyrus; Rielly Boltster, Bucyrus; Dalton Criswell, Colonel Crawford; Angelica Logan, Bucyrus and Gavin Skidmore, Bucyrus

Drone Safety and Operations (Advanced Mobility)

FAA-Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification & Small Unmanned Safety Institute Certification Level 1 - Jayden Ash, Buckeye Central; *Jacob Boudinot, Buckeye Central; *Adam Burton, Crestline; Carson Cole, Bucyrus; Donald Fourtner, Buckeye Central; Will Kuhn, Bucyrus; Zachary Pfeifer, Buckeye Central; Rielly Bolster, Bucyrus and Elijah Williams

FANUC Robotic Arm and NIMS (Advanced Manufacturing)

Fanuc Handling Tool Operation & Programming J2P-31-IACT Approved and NIMS: Measurement, Materials & Safety - Jaysen Jones, Bucyrus; Will Kuhn, Bucyrus and Zachary Pfeifer, Buckeye Central

All students qualify for the Ohio State Apprenticeship Council Recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program Certificate of Completion in Manufacturing

*Pending completion of certification requirements

In addition to the student’s individual achievements, the Crawford County TurboCert celebrated its own wins this year including adding a year-long (32 Fridays) Phlebotomy Technician program with nine students. To date, eight of the nine students have taken their examination, and all eight have passed. The program’s second semester courses also saw:

• 100% passage rate in the drone program with six credentials earned
• 100% passage rate in the 5G Wireless Infrastructure Association program with five credentials earned
• 100% passage rate in the Fanuc Robotics program with 3 credentials earned
• 100% passage rate in the NIMS, Measurement, Materials and Safety program with 3 credentials earned

Students interested in enrolling in the Crawford County TurboCert program next fall or spring can express their interest by contacting Program Coordinator Kevin Fourman at fourman.kevin@moesc.net and/or their school career coach or school counselor if they wish to have more information 

Taking place at the Crawford Success Center, the TurboCert program offers high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials in 5G Readiness, Phlebotomy, Robotics in Advanced Manufacturing and Drone Operations and Safety. TurboCert is a dynamic, fast-paced initiative that equips high school students with industry-recognized credentials in high-demand fields. 

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 (April 30, 2026) – 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 cannot 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 require. 

To work within Mid-Ohio ESC’s client or partner 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 2026-2027 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 delayed or 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.

Mansfield, OH (April 28, 2026) — Area educators and educational administrators are invited to the Mid-Ohio Education Service Center's Fall Administrative Conference on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The conference will take place at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center, 890 W. 4th Street in Mansfield, for the morning session and at the Mansfield Reformatory, 100 Reformatory Road, in the afternoon. 

Damon West will serve as the keynote speaker, closing the conference with an afternoon presentation at the Mansfield Reformatory. The morning session, hosted at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center, will feature legal and legislative updates, followed by a variety of breakout sessions covering leadership, student services, instructional coaching, gifted education and career and workforce development.

West is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, college professor and bestselling author of The Coffee Bean. Known as “the Coffee Bean Guy,” he inspires audiences with a powerful message of resilience, accountability and intentional leadership, rooted in his remarkable journey from a life sentence in prison to personal transformation. Through his story, West challenges individuals and organizations to rise above adversity, create positive change in their environments and lead with purpose, character and impact.

Agenda Topics Include:

• Legislative Update  
• Legal Updates
• Leadership Structures & Supports  
• Gifted Education 
• Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment 
• College, Career and Workforce Development 

The conference is intended for superintendents, directors, central office administration, building administrators, school treasurers and educational leaders.

Members of client districts can attend for $125, and participants from non-client districts will need to pay $175. Registration opens April 28 and closes July 12; after that date, no refunds will be given. Registration includes breakfast, lunch and all learning sessions. There will also be a book signing and reception at The Phoenix sponsored by conference sponsors. 

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.