MANSFIELD – The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) is pleased to announce the hiring of two key leaders who will enhance regional partnerships and expand career-connected learning opportunities for students.
During its April 15, 2026 Regular Board Meeting, the MOESC Board of Governors approved the recommendations of Superintendent Kevin Kimmel to appoint Casie Grau as School-Community Partnership Coordinator and Bethany Rachel as Career Connected Coordinator.
Casie Grau brings extensive experience in strategic partnerships, organizational leadership and community engagement to her new role.
Most recently serving in leadership positions within local chambers of commerce and as a career-technical educator, Grau has demonstrated a strong ability to connect education, business and community stakeholders to drive meaningful outcomes.
In her role, she will lead the development and coordination of partnerships across the region, supporting the work of the Mid-Ohio Educational Center Business Advisory Council (BAC) and expanding opportunities for students to engage in career-connected learning experiences.
“I am incredibly excited to join the MOESC and to serve in a role that connects the classroom to our regional workforce, driving impactful outcomes through strong partnerships and initiatives,” Grau said.
Bethany Rachel joins MOESC with a strong background in workforce development and education, having led multi-county initiatives that connect students with employers and expand access to career pathways.
Her experience includes managing regional career-readiness programming, building partnerships with business and industry and supporting students through coaching, job shadowing and work-based learning opportunities.
In her new position, Rachel will focus on strengthening career-connected systems and ensuring students across the region are prepared for success beyond graduation.
“I’m honored and excited to join Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center in this role,” Rachel said. “As someone born and raised here, I’m passionate about strengthening connections between our schools and community and helping support continued growth across our region.”
The addition of these roles reflects MOESC’s continued investment in aligning education with regional workforce needs; fostering collaboration among schools, businesses and community organizations and creating meaningful opportunities for students throughout Richland, Morrow and Crawford counties.
“These positions are critical to advancing our mission of preparing students for both college and career success,” said Supt. Kevin Kimmel. “Casie and Bethany bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to building strong partnerships that will benefit our schools, communities and workforce.”