ONTARIO — Scott Kreger has taught high school math for more than 20 years, mostly geometry and lower-level algebra. But in Kreger’s newest course at Ontario High School, students focus more on applying math to real-world scenarios. Mathematical Modeling and Reasoning (MMR) was developed by educators across the state. Schools began piloting a modified version as […]
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Lucas student wins Richland County Spelling Bee title
MANSFIELD – The Richland County Virtual Spelling Bee started strong despite a few schools having delayed starts to their school day. The Bee took place on Thursday, Jan. 25 where 40 students from nine districts competed to be crowned champion of the bee. After nine rounds, only three spellers remained. Tyrin Kirst, a 4th grader […]
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Former Madison principal opens Clover Hill Early Learning Center in Ontario
Parents of children ages 18 months through 5 years old will soon have a new option for childcare and education in Richland County.
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Hiner & Baxter re-elected to Ontario school board
ONTARIO — Incumbents Amy Hiner and Brett Baxter have both been re-elected to their Ontario school board seats as of Nov. 7.
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Ontario STEM program offers hands on learning opportunities
ONTARIO — Hunter Olar set the four-wheeled robot on mat, pressed a button on the attached control box and leaned back in his computer chair. The machine spun to the right a sharp 45 degrees and lurched forward. The robot traveled 447 millimeters exactly, knocking a red plastic ball towards the edge of the mat, […]
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3 candidates vie for 2 Ontario school board seats
ONTARIO — Veteran school board members Amy Hiner and Brett Baxter will compete with Kip Vantilburg for terms commencing in January 2024.
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Ontario Academic Boosters present Oct. 27 Masquerade Ball
ONTARIO — Ontario Local Schools’ Academic Boosters have announced their Masquerade Scholarship Ball will take place on Friday, Oct. 27. This enchanting masquerade ball will be held amidst the stunning backdrop of Kingwood Center Gardens, promising an evening of elegance, entertainment, and philanthropy. The Scholarship Ball will be a highlight of the Ontario community’s social […]