East Holmes Local Schools is committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of our students. Through partnerships with The Village Network and Anazao Community Partners, we offer school-based mental health services to help students navigate challenges, build resilience, and thrive in and out of the classroom.
Parents can access a range of support for their students, including weekly or biweekly check-ins and full outpatient mental health services. Services also include classroom instruction on topics such as anxiety, grief and loss, as well as relationships with friends.
Hiland Parents interested in learning more or initiating services can contact Mr. Mark Hamsher, Dean of Students, in the Hiland School Counseling Office at 330-893-2626 ext. 1111 or mark.hamsher@eastholmes.org.
Counselors for each school can also be directly contacted at the information below:
Jamie Wiggington – The Village Network
Available at Hiland on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
jdevore@thevillagenetwork.com
Rachelle Furbay – Anazao Community Partners
Available at Hiland on Mondays
millerra@anazaocommunityparters.org
Rebekah Borders – The Village Network
Available at Elementary Schools
rborders@thevillagenetwork.com
Heather Cropp – The Village Network
Available at Elementary Schools
hcropp@thevillagenetwork.com
Fun fact: “I love any and all sports!”
Fun fact: “4th grade was my favorite year when I was in elementary school, so it’s truly special for me to now teach it!”
Fun fact: “I love playing golf. I didn't play when I was younger, but now I enjoy getting outside, practicing my swing, and challenging myself to get better. It reminds me a lot of learning in school- sometimes it's tricky at first, but with patience and practice, you improve!”
Fun fact: “I am an avid downhill skier!”
Fun fact: “I am a huge Marvel and Star Wars fan and I enjoy playing video games.”
A fun fact about her: “I have just returned from a professional learning experience in Finland this summer, and was excited to learn about different cultures and educational systems with some other school administrators from across the United States.”
A fun fact about her: “I know how to juggle.”
Fun fact: “Many students are surprised to find out that I also have an Integrated Math degree and taught math classes in Spanish my first 5 years of teaching! I have also been to 10 countries outside the US and hope to cross more off my bucket list one day!”
Reminder: The first day of school for students is Wednesday, August 20. We’re excited to welcome everyone back soon!
A fun fact about her: “I have a crested gecko named Rango!”
Prepare for Success on Saturday, August 2, from 8 to 11 AM at the ProVia Strasburg Facility (10190 OH-21, Strasburg).
The first 1,000 K–5 students will receive free backpacks, school supplies, and hygiene items—plus enjoy games, a scavenger hunt, bounce house, and light refreshments.
Students must be present to receive supplies.
At Mt. Hope, crews have finished installing grid work for drop ceilings, new classroom lighting, and hallway and classroom flooring. Painting is currently in progress, and new furniture is being delivered and staged for installation.
At Winesburg, completed work includes ceiling grid installation and refinishing of the wood floor on the second level. Teams are now focused on installing lighting, flooring, and casework, along with ongoing painting and furniture setup.
With just a few weeks remaining until the start of the school year, both buildings are quickly approaching completion.
See the latest progress here: www.eastholmes.org/page/phased-classroom-renovation
