MANSFIELD – The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) is expanding career exploration opportunities by recruiting high school students for its new School Psychology Mentorship Program.
This is a hands-on pathway designed for students who want to help others, make a difference and explore psychology in action.
The program builds on the success of its inaugural High School Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Mentorship Program.
Career Exploration Program changes lives
The School Psychology Mentorship Program introduces students to a dynamic profession focused on mental health support, problem-solving, crisis prevention and building positive school climates.
Selected mentees will gain real-world, on-the-job experience by shadowing certified school psychologists and participating in applied learning experiences. Students will explore:
How school psychologists support student mental health & wellness
Behavior science, brain and behavior, and human development
Counseling skills, communication strategies and conflict resolution
The IEP process, special education and data-driven decision making
Ways to build safer, healthier and more inclusive schools
Hands-On Experiences That Stand Out
Through this mentorship, high school students will:
Shadow school psychologists and observe “psychology in action”
Participate in hands-on learning, leadership and teamwork activitie
Strengthen communication, problem-solving and advocacy skills
Learn about careers in psychology and education
Build a résumé or college application that stands out
Receive real mentor guidance and professional support
“This mentorship program reflects our commitment to developing homegrown talent in critical fields like school psychology and speech-language pathology,” said Kevin Kimmel, MOESC Superintendent.
“Early exposure and hands-on learning are powerful recruitment tools — and students are eager for real experiences that help shape their future.”
The success of the SLP Mentorship program is paving the way for the School Psychology Mentorship expansion.
Why Students Should Apply
The School Psychology Mentorship Program is ideal for high school students who enjoy:
Helping others
Understanding emotions & behavior
Leadership and communication
Working with kids
Making a positive impact on their school community
How to Apply
High school students interested in joining the 2025–26 School Psychology Mentorship Cohort should contact their school counselor or reach out directly to:
Kevin Fourman, SLP/SP High School Mentorship Coordinator, at fourman.kevin@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.