MANSFIELD – Seventh-grader Arden McCoy of Galion City Schools earned the title of Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (ESC) Spelling Bee Champion on November 10, 2026, after an exciting 14-round competition. McCoy secured the championship by correctly spelling the final word, “malleable.” Eighth grader Felix Beeson of Shelby Sacred Heart earned runner-up honors.
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Students from Shelby, Ontario & Galion top virtual spelling bee
MANSFIELD – Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center held its annual county spelling bees for Crawford, Morrow, Richland and Knox counties last week in a spirited virtual contest that brought together 106 young spellers in grades 3 to 8 from across the four counties. “Participation in a spelling bee helps students build vocabulary, strengthen reading and writing […]
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MOESC business advisory council highlights workforce programs and 2026-2027 meetings
The meeting brought regional education and business leaders together to review county action plans and collaborate on workforce development strategies.
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Mid-Ohio ESC awarded speech-language pathology & school psychology regional consultant grant
MANSFIELD – The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) has been awarded funding to continue its work through the Speech-Language Pathologist and School Psychologist Regional Consultant initiative for the 2026–2027 school year. The initiative provides regional professional learning, consultation and targeted coaching to strengthen speech-language pathology and school psychology services across Ohio.
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200 administrators attend MOESC’s fall conference at Ohio State Reformatory
MANSFIELD — The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (ESC) hosted a highly successful Fall Administrative Conference on Aug. 4, drawing over 200 dedicated administrators from various local districts. The conference, designed to provide valuable insights and strategies to enhance administrative skills and support the educational community, was met with enthusiasm and engagement from all participants.
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Mid-Ohio ESC accepting substitute teacher applications for 2026–27 school year
MANSFIELD – As the start of the 2026–2027 school year draws near, the demand for substitute teachers continues to rise. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) is actively seeking dedicated and dependable individuals to serve as substitute teachers in area school districts.
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Mid-Ohio ESC hosts 4th annual Teacher Boot Camps
MANSFIELD – This summer, educators from districts in Crawford County, Morrow County and Richland County had the opportunity to participate in the fourth annual Teacher Boot Camps. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center’s Business Advisory Council and Workforce Development partners in each county organized these programs to show teachers what goes on behind the scenes in businesses […]
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Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center Educator receives Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award
MANSFIELD – Jennifer Crum, former Mid-Ohio ESC Director of Student Services, has received the Dr. John Opperman Outstanding Contribution Award from the Ohio Association of Public School Administrators. Crum retired in January 2026 after serving as the Director of Student Services for seven years.
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Champions crowned in MOESC academic challenge event
MANSFIELD – 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,” said the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center.
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MOESC hosts student leadership conference
MANSFIELD – 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.
