MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison High School has announced its valedictorian and salutatorian for the graduating Class of 2026. Valedictorian Name: Timothy Ellis. Parents: Julie Wilkinson and Terry Ellis Sr. Activities or Notable Achievements: Active member of Ohio Cardinal Conference Leadership, National Honors Society, Executive Committee and Treasurer of Student Council. I am a manager at […]
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Shelby City Schools staff members act quickly to save choking student
Two staff members wasted no time after a student made the universal sign for choking Tuesday afternoon at Shelby High School.
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Madison students celebrate 2026 prom
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison High School students participated in the 2026 prom on Saturday, May 3. Prom King was Liam Stone and Prom Queen was Campbell Kiser. Photos taken by Karlie Utt and Jennifer Branstetter are displayed below.
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Mid-Ohio ESC hosts SLP & School Psychology Mentor & Mentee celebration
MANSFIELD – The Mid-Ohio ESC held its High School Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) and School Psychology Mentorship Program Celebration on May 7. 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, […]
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Intergenerational Pen Pal program connects seniors & students through the power of letters
ONTARIO – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. has announced the success of a heart-warming partnership with the Discovery School through its Intergenerational Pen Pal Program. Created by Carlee Lightle, Marketing Coordinator at the Area Agency on Aging, the inspiring initiative brought together senior adults at local meal sites and 3rd and […]
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Ontario students trip the light fantastic at 2026 Prom
ONTARIO — Ontario High School students enjoyed the 2026 prom over the weekend. Below are photos of the students shared by the school.
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Mid-Ohio ESC to host 2nd annual Includapalooza on Aug. 11
MANSFIELD – Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center has announced the return of Includapalooza, a conference for school-based professionals, to be held at the Mid-Ohio ESC Conference Center on Aug. 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 […]
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Ontario’s Brinker earns R.A. Horn award
ONTARIO — Olivia Brinker, a junior at Ontario High School, has been honored with the R.A. Horn Outstanding Student Achievement Award from State Support Team 7. The recognition recognizes students who have made significant gains in academics, extracurriculars, or life skills and was presented based on a nomination from teacher Amy Kroll. This honor reflects […]
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Tyger Threads provides clothing to students in need at Mansfield Senior
MANSFIELD — Learning Algebra and world history is hard enough without holes in your shoes. But for some students at Mansfield Senior High School, a lack of sufficient clothing and footwear is a real challenge. That’s why the school partnered with The New Store to launch a pilot program called Tyger Threads. The Tyger Threads room […]
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Pioneer hosts robotics competition for north central Ohio middle schools
SHELBY — Pioneer Career & Technology Center recently welcomed area middle school students for an engaging robotics competition, showcasing innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Students from Galion City Schools, Ontario Local Schools, and Mansfield Christian School competed in a series of challenges designed to test their robotics knowledge and technical abilities. Teams worked collaboratively to […]