Pretty lofty ideal, huh? But it’s something I believe in or I quite literally would not be attending South by Southwest with the second delegation sent as part of the Mansfield Rising effort. To be selected to represent the “education” portion of OUR city is a reality that a humble kid from Greenwood Avenue has […]
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Malabar teacher earns award from Ohio Civil Rights Commission
MANSFIELD — Teresa McDowell has dedicated her career to helping struggling students learn to read. But when she found out she’d been selected for a teaching award, words escaped her. “I was very humbled, highly honored,” McDowell said, after a moment of reflection. “I felt appreciated. “I tell my students here, ‘If you work hard […]
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Richland County Schools react to ODE report cards
MANSFIELD — It’s that time of year again. The state Department of Education (ODE) has released its annual Ohio School Report Cards. These report cards evaluate districts and individual schools using standardized test scores, attendance rates and other data from K-12 educational institutions. Districts and schools receive several scores, including an overall rating, on a […]
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Richland County Foundation awards $1.7 million in grants
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Foundation Board of Trustees approved almost $1,787,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations to meet emerging needs during its August meeting. The Board of Trustees approved Teacher Assistance Program grants totaling close to $68,000. Funding was provided from the unrestricted grant budget as well as field of interest funds. TAP grants […]
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Richland Academy of the Arts opens class registration Aug. 18
MANSFIELD — Richland Academy of the Arts online registration opens Aug. 18. Online registration will be ongoing for all group classes and private lessons in dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and martial arts. This fall there are NEW class offerings along with some returning class favorites. Some new opportunities include Hip Hop with NEW instructor […]
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MOESC now hiring substitute teachers
MANSFIELD – As the start of the school year approaches, the need for substitute teachers is great. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is looking for substitute teachers to work in a number of area school districts. Steve Earnest, Mid-Ohio ESC Executive Director, said substitute teachers play a vital role in the education of our children. “When a […]
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Mansfield student wins behind-the-scenes look at Firelands Electric Co-Op
NEW LONDON — Three area elementary students recently had the unique opportunity to take a private tour of Firelands Electric Cooperative and eat lunch with some of the linemen. During the month of May, as part of National Electrical Safety Month, Firelands Electric sponsored a contest for children in kindergarten through fifth grade to help […]