Julia Klink - Julia and her husband, Nate, are both former students of East Holmes Local Schools. They have 3 children:  a son who graduated from Hiland, and 2 daughters who are currently attending East Holmes Schools. The Klink family attends Grace Church, and Julia also serves on the 58:12 Global Board. Julia has been employed at Pomerene Hospital for 20 years, working in both bedside nursing and nursing leadership, and is currently working in the role of Nurse Navigation.

"I truly love working and serving in the community in which I live and believe this is an opportunity to not only serve the community, but to also serve my children. I believe our school district has an exceptional team that is dedicated to ensuring an environment that provides both high-quality education and extra-curricular opportunities for our students which assists in preparing them for the next step in their life's journey.  My goal is to support our entire team as we strive to continue providing the best possible environment for our children to learn and grow.  Education is a lifelong journey.  While the quote below references nurses, it is applicable to any career or profession."

"Let us never consider ourselves finished nurses...we must be learning all of our lives." - Florence Nightingale

Term expires 12/31/2029

Bryce Troyer - Bryce and his wife Paula are both former students of East Holmes and currently reside in Walnut Creek. They have 3 children, 2 at Berlin and their youngest will be in Kindergarten in 2024. Their family attends Grace Church in Berlin, and Bryce is co-owner of Jacob and Levi's.

"I am honored to be chosen for this position and to have the ability to advocate for the children of East Holmes. I will work hard to bridge the gap between the community and the district. As a parent of a child with special needs, I understand how complex and intimidating the education system may seem. My goal is to continue to build relationships and be accessible to parents as needs arise. Every child has potential, and I will see that our children are given every opportunity to succeed".  

Term expires 12/31/2027

Wendyl Swartzentruber - Wendyl is a graduate of East Holmes Local Schools and a lifelong resident of the community. He and his wife, Leah, are raising two sons who currently attend Hiland High School and Middle School. The Swartzentruber family attends Faith Family Church, and Wendyl is also the owner of Pioneer Trails. 

“Values like hard work, integrity, and generosity are deeply rooted in our community and serve as the true foundation of what makes our school district so special. I love this community, and I’m passionate about its future. I’m committed to doing my part to ensure every child receives the opportunities, resources, and support they need to thrive academically and personally. I am dedicated to building on the strong foundation that makes our district a great place to raise a family and remain committed to identifying and addressing areas for growth. My goal is to maintain an open dialogue with our community as we work together to enhance our schools."

Term expires 12/31/2029

Bryan Coblentz - Bryan and Cindy Coblentz are both lifelong residents of East Holmes, and parents to 3rd generation East Holmes Local School students. The Coblentz family attends Gospel Haven Church, and Bryan serves as President at MAVIN.

"I am excited to take on the responsibility of shaping the future of our schools and community. My commitment to preserving our rich history aligns with my belief that there are few investments more crucial than those made in the development of our future generations. I am eager to collaborate with fellow Board Members, parents, educators, and the community at large to ensure our schools remain pillars of excellence, providing a supportive environment for every student. Grateful for the trust placed in me, I look forward to the journey ahead and the positive impact that can be achieved together, as the community works towards excellence in education within responsible financial frameworks."

Term Expires 12/31/2027

Steve Miller - Steve is a lifelong resident and former student of the East Holmes Local School District.  Steve and his wife, Wilma, have two daughters. One is a 2014 graduate of Hiland and is currently attending Kent State University and the other is currently a student at Hiland.  The Millers attend Grace Mennonite Church and Steve is the President of Holmes Lumber.  Steve retired from East Holmes Fire & EMS after serving as a Paramedic for 23 years and leading the EMS division for 14 years. 

"East Holmes Schools have a rich history of providing quality education to our students.  I experienced that, and now my daughters are experiencing that.  My goal is that we maintain a high standard of education into the future, even though the process and the technology change over time.  Accomplishing this, while focusing on long-term fiscal stability, will ensure that our students graduate with the tools they need to keep growing in their careers and lives.  To me, learning is a lifelong exercise.  As Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically.  Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education."

Term expires 12/31/2029