MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved $1,835,608 in grants during its August meeting. A large portion of the grants were for educational purposes. The board approved $901,400 in college scholarships to 326 Richland County students. Scholarships are awarded based on a student’s financial need and grade point average. The average scholarship […]
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Sluss Stuff the Bus event slated for Aug. 15
MANSFIELD — They call them “kids hidden in plain sight.” Sluss Realty’s annual Sluss Stuff the Bus for the Mansfield City School District, doesn’t just collect crayons and bookbags. Because it specifically supports the district’s SAFE program, aiding hundreds of homeless students and those without adequate housing, it also collects hygiene products, toys and even […]
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How much are Ohio’s public universities charging for tuition this fall?
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was authored by Amy Morona of Signal Ohio. It is being republished here via a collaborative agreement between Signal and Source Media Properties. Ohio’s public universities are raising prices for new in-state students taking a full-time courseload this fall. The average cost of tuition and mandatory fees across the state’s 13 four-year schools […]
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Mid-Ohio ESC hosts fall 2025 administrative conference
MANSFIELD — The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC) hosted a highly successful Fall Administrative Conference on Aug. 5, drawing over 250 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. The […]
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Parents must become ‘squeaky wheels’ to find special needs child care
Cassandra Dailey was paying more than $500 a month to send her toddler to child care. Then, the youngster got kicked out. Her son, Adonis, was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder when he was 2 years old. The employees at his child care center simply couldn’t handle his behavioral challenges. After that, Dailey lost her […]
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Mansfield City Schools receives 8 proposals from health insurance RFP
MANSFIELD — The Mansfield City Schools committee will meet the first week of August to discuss responses to an RFP (request for proposals) for health insurance broker services. The board of education voted in April to authorize an RFP to aid the district in securing a “qualified independent health care insurance consultant/broker to provide the Board […]
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Madison Local School District announces policy for free, reduced price meals
MADISON TOWNSHIP — Madison Local School District has announced its 2025-2026 program year policy for free and reduced price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals or milk served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast, After School Care Snack or Special Milk Programs. Each school office and the central […]
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Madison officials: Mifflin Elementary will close if November levy fails
MADISON TOWNSHIP — There are two ways to get rid of a deficit: increase revenue or reduce expenses. The Madison Local School District board of education voted on plans to do both during a brief special meeting Wednesday. The board voted unanimously to finalize ballot language for a proposed earned income tax levy on the […]
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Beyond ‘Welcome’ – orientation helps students start with success
The first day on a college campus can feel overwhelming, but at Ohio State University-Mansfield, orientation is designed to ease uncertainty and create connection — ensuring students feel like they belong before their first class even begins. From the start, staff and faculty make it clear: the word “welcome” isn’t just a formality. It’s a […]
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MOESC seeks substitute teachers for 2025-2026 academic school year
MANSFIELD — The Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is seeking substitute teachers to work in area school districts during the 2025-2026 academic year. These roles provide a meaningful opportunity to support student learning while maintaining a flexible work schedule, according to MOESC. “Substitute teachers play a pivotal role in the education of our children,” said Jennifer […]