Hiland High and Middle School

Reminder: There will be a 2-hour early dismissal for students tomorrow, 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.

If you would like to sign up for the Hiland Blood Drive, call the school office.

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.

Friday, Sept. 19 – Homecoming Activities Bell Schedule. Please see the adjusted schedule for the day as we get ready to celebrate Homecoming!

It’s Homecoming Spirit Week, Hawks! Let’s pack the halls with school spirit and show up for every theme day. GO HAWKS!

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.

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.

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

Our annual middle school chocolate fundraiser starts next Tuesday!

Reminder: There will be no school Monday, September 1, in observance of 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!

Join us as we welcome Aidan JoDon to the district! He will be teaching 7th Grade English Language Arts at Hiland.

Fun fact: “I am an avid downhill skier!”

Join us as we welcome Micki Krantz to the district! As Assistant Superintendent, Micki will strengthen district-level leadership and support across multiple areas, including human resources, curriculum and instruction, student services, and professional growth. Let’s give her a warm welcome!

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.”

Join us in welcoming Amanda Oliver as an Intervention Specialist at Hiland!

A fun fact about her: “I know how to juggle.”

Join us in welcoming Ashley Miller to the district! She will be teaching Spanish at Hiland.

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!”

Open House is Monday, August 18, and Tuesday, August 19, this year. Please see the times for individual school buildings.

Reminder: The first day of school for students is Wednesday, August 20. We’re excited to welcome everyone back soon!

View our 2025-26 academic calendar for the upcoming school year. https://www.eastholmes.k12.oh.us

Love INC of Holmes County is having its annual Back To School Bash. It is a time when you can shop for school supplies at a very reasonable price. The suggested donation per child for supplies is $5. Other school-related items will also be available--toothbrushes, toothpaste, personal care items, to name a few.

The Back To School Bash will be held on Saturday, August 2nd from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Love INC Center on 1291 Massillon Rd., Millersburg.

Any questions, please call Love INC at 330-473-6017.

Thank you and enjoy the remainder of your summer!

Congratulations to Jan Isaac on her retirement after 23 years at East Holmes as an Intervention Specialist! Favorite memory: “As I have loved my career as a teacher at Hiland High and Middle School in the East Holmes Local school district, it is difficult for me to pick just one favorite memory. Some of my favorite memories are as follows: Witnessing my students’ increased growth, success, confidence, and joy in learning; sharing great literature with which my students make connections; hearing my students ask to read “just one more chapter;” supporting our students by cheering them on in their extracurricular activities and athletics; spending time with my colleagues and sharing in our common goals; and being welcomed so warmly into the East Holmes Local community by students, staff, administration, and parents.” Inspirational quote: 1 Corinthians 16:14 ESV - “Let all that you do be done in love.” A piece of advice: “My parents often told us to count our blessings which is advice I often follow and share.”