MANSFIELD — Sarah Redding said her late husband would be thrilled to see the new renovations at the Malabar Care Connect clinic — with one exception. The new entrance to Malabar Intermediate’s school-based health center bears a plaque dedicating the space to Mark Redding, who passed away in 2021. “He never liked his name on […]
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Richland County Democratic Party endorses ‘Peace on My Block’ initiative
MANSFIELD — At its monthly meeting Thursday evening, the Richland County Democratic Party listened to a presentation by Mansfield City Schools Supt. Stan Jefferson and school board President Renda Cline outlining their newly enacted “Peace on My Block” Initiative. After the presentation, a motion was offered by the Executive Committee to endorse and support the […]
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Sluss Realty helps ‘Stuff the Bus’ for Mansfield City Schools
MANSFIELD — Eric Bascom has transported students to and from school for 12 years. A bus driver for Mansfield City Schools, he’s seen first-hand the need some students and their families face. “Some places you go downtown, you really feel sorry for some people,” said Bascom, sitting in the driver’s seat of Bus #18. School won’t […]
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Mansfield City Council applauds ‘Peace on My Block’ initiative
MANSFIELD — It’s not often Stan Jefferson and members of the Mansfield City School board get to attend a City Council meeting. Local lawmakers made sure the veteran educator and current district superintendent knew he was appreciated after Jefferson explained the district’s new “Peace on My Block” initiative. “Any questions?” asked Jefferson, whose own board […]
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Sluss Realty has Stuff the Bus Aug. 7 for Mansfield City Schools
MANSFIELD — A staggering 365 homeless students within the Mansfield City School district need more than just paper and pencils this school year — and year round. The Sluss Realty second annual “Stuff the Bus,” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 7, will support the district’s S.A.F.E. program once again. While general school supplies […]
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Mansfield City hires new pupil services director
MANSFIELD — Amanda Terakedis has had a soft spot for individuals with special needs ever since she was a high school athlete. “Our managers were students with disabilities. They were there every day giving us high fives,” she recalled. “I told my parents, I love education and I think I love special education.” The Mansfield […]
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S.A.F.E. program supports Mansfield City School’s homeless families
Editor’s Note: This is the final story in a three-part series about how Mansfield City Schools is addressing the needs of students beyond the classroom. Click here to read part one and here to read part two. MANSFIELD – Lea Ann Sexton piled gifts onto the conference room tables. Each package was wrapped with cheerful paper – candy cane stripes, […]
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Tyger Clubs provide 21st century learning opportunities
Editor’s Note: This is the first story in a three-part series about how Mansfield City Schools is addressing the needs of students beyond the classroom. MANSFIELD — Pulling off an after-school program for more than 100 middle-school students is no small feat. Through a combination of federal funding, community partnerships and willing educators, Mansfield City […]