Reminder: There will be a 2-hour early dismissal for students tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11.
about 5 hours ago, East Holmes School District
2-Hour Early Dismissal Tuesday, November 11
Come out and support our Hiland Theatre Students this Thursday - Sunday!
about 11 hours ago, Hiland High and Middle School
Wonka
Reminder: There will be no school for Hiland 7th and 8th graders Friday, November 7, due to parent/teacher day conferences.
5 days ago, East Holmes School District
No School Friday, November 7 (Hiland 7-8 Only)
View the dates for our upcoming Parent/Teacher Conferences in November.
12 days ago, East Holmes School District
November Parent/Teacher Conferences
Report cards have been sent home today to Hiland families.
17 days ago, East Holmes School District
Report Cards Sent Home Today
Hiland students interning at Keim Lumber helped to pack over 6,000 meals for schools in Guatemala.
17 days ago, Hiland High and Middle School
Keim
Keim
Keim
Reminder: There will be a 2-hour early dismissal tomorrow, Thursday, October 16, and a District InService Day on Friday, October 17.
27 days ago, East Holmes School District
Upcoming Dates
Every month, we shine a spotlight on the incredible staff members who make a difference in our schools. Join us in celebrating the following staff who were recognized for their efforts in September!
about 1 month ago, East Holmes School District
September Staff Spotlight
Every month, we have the honor of recognizing outstanding students from across our district. Join us in congratulating these students who went above and beyond in September!
about 1 month ago, East Holmes School District
September Student Spotlight
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Follow these tips to strengthen your online safety:

1. Use strong, unique passwords.
2. Change your passwords often.
3. Set up two-factor authentication for extra security.
4. Promptly install software updates.
5. Be cautious when clicking links in emails or texts.
6. Only download apps, software, and files from reputable sources.
about 1 month ago, East Holmes School District
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is National Principals Month, and we’re proud to recognize our building principals. Thank you for the leadership, guidance, and support you bring to the East Holmes School District!
about 1 month ago, East Holmes School District
National Principals Month - Photos and Names
Reminder: There will be a 2-hour early dismissal for students tomorrow, Wednesday, September 24.
about 2 months ago, East Holmes School District
2-Hour Early Dismissal Wednesday, September 24
We are proud to announce that East Holmes received an overall 3.5-star rating on the 2025 Ohio School Report Card. This achievement reflects the dedication of our students, staff, and community in meeting state standards and living out our mission to Inspire. Prepare. Challenge.
about 2 months ago, East Holmes School District
East Holmes School Report Card Rating

We’re excited to announce the addition of a Calming Room at Hiland, a new space designed to help students manage stress, reset, and return to learning focused and refreshed. This resource is available for the 2025–2026 school year.

about 2 months ago, East Holmes School District
Hiland Calming Room Photo
Hiland Calming Room Photo

Meet our counselors for the 2025-2026 school year! Through partnerships with The Village Network and Anazao Community Partners, we provide school-based mental health services to support students in navigating challenges, building resilience, and thriving both in and out of the classroom.

2 months ago, East Holmes School District
Meet Our Counselors
Jamie Wiggington
Rachelle (Miller) Furbay, LSW
Rebekah Borders
Heather Cropp
We are excited to share that classroom renovations are now complete at Mt. Hope and Winesburg Elementary Schools. Renovations included new flooring, fresh paint, improved lighting, and modern furniture. View the full timeline of progress at www.eastholmes.org/page/phased-classroom-renovation.
2 months ago, East Holmes School District
Mt. Hope Before & After Photos
Winesburg Before & After Photos

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

2 months ago, East Holmes School District
Supporting student mental health at East Holmes
Reminder: There will be no school Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.
2 months ago, East Holmes School District
No school Monday, September 1 - Labor Day
Wednesday, August 20, marks the first day of school for all students! We are excited to kick things off and make this a great year!
3 months ago, East Holmes School District
First Day of School
Join us as we welcome Emily Walker to the district as a General Teacher at Walnut Creek/Winesburg!

Fun fact: “I love any and all sports!”
3 months ago, East Holmes School District
Welcoming Emily Walker to the district