Walnut Creek Elementary

Funday Monday is coming up on Monday, October 6th. Support Love Inc of Holmes County by bringing a quarter and wear your favorite flannel attire.

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!

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.

Monday, September 22nd we will have our first Funday Monday at both Walnut Creek and Winesburg. Wear your favorite tee shirt. Also...bring a quarter to support Love INC of Holmes County. Last year we collected $400 worth of quarters for Love INC.

Walnut Creek Newsletter: September 2025

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.

Wear your favorite jersey to mark the beginning of Football Season.

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

Reminder: There will be no school Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.

We're Back!

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 Emily Walker to the district as a General Teacher at Walnut Creek/Winesburg!

Fun fact: “I love any and all sports!”

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.”

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

Join us in congratulating Karen Welling on her retirement after 20 years as a Custodian at Chestnut Ridge/Walnut Creek. Thank you for your years of service!

Join us in congratulating Iva Weaver on her retirement! Iva also received the Classified Staff Member of the Year 2025 Award. We’re grateful for all Iva has done as Walnut Creek’s Head Cook. Thank you!

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!

Kindergarten Registration is open for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. To be eligible for kindergarten, your child must be 5 years old by August 1, 2025. For enrollment details, contact your building office: Berlin: 330-893-2817 Chestnut Ridge: 330-893-2413 Flat Ridge: 330-893-2505 Mt Hope: 330-674-0418 Walnut Creek: 330-893-2213 Winesburg: 330-359-5059