Hancock County ESC

Ms. Sheridan’s Class Takes a Trip to the Kenton Theater! 🎭🍔 This week Ms. Sheridan’s class had a fantastic day out in the community! They enjoyed a trip to the Kenton Theater for a special movie experience, followed by a visit to McDonald’s for lunch. This outing wasn’t just about fun—it was a great opportunity to practice social skills, including ordering food, handling money, and engaging in positive interactions. Experiences like these help our students build confidence and independence while making great memories together! #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #CommunityConnections

🍀 Leprechaun Mischief in Mrs. VanDenEynde’s Class! 🍀 On Friday, the kids put their creativity to the test, building clever leprechaun traps in hopes of catching that sneaky little trickster! But once again, he managed to escape! Maybe next year… Wishing everyone a lucky and fun-filled St. Patrick’s Day! 🌈✨ 🍀 #StPatricksDayFun 🌈 #ChasingLeprechauns ✨ #ClassroomMagic

🦷✨ Mrs. Perkins’ class had a blast learning about dental health! They practiced using toothbrushes and gave their classroom dinosaurs a good cleaning. What a fun way to learn about keeping teeth clean and healthy! 🪥🦖 #DentalHealth #HandsOnLearning

☁️ Clouds in the Classroom! ☁️ Mrs. VanDenEynde’s class had a blast making clouds in a jar today! They used warm water, hairspray (to represent dust and pollen), and an ice-filled lid to create the perfect conditions for a cloud to form. The best part? They got to lift the lid and feel the cloud! What a fun way to learn about weather! ⛅✨ #ScienceInAction

📢 Life Skills Lesson with Miss Balko & Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck! ☕️🧼 Today, Miss Balko with Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck came to teach our kiddos about the importance of good hygiene on the job! From washing hands properly to maintaining a clean workspace, students learned essential skills that will help them in any workplace. A huge thank you to Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee for not only serving up delicious drinks but also sharing valuable real-world knowledge! 👏☕️ #LifeSkills #WorkplaceReadiness #ThankYouTravelinToms

Today, Mrs. Tyson’s class had an FRC lesson on the importance of body language and tone when communicating with others. Students had a great time learning how their expressions, gestures, and voice can impact conversations. Such an important skill to practice! 👏 #CommunicationMatters #FRC #LearningIsFun

Miss Kirstie’s class had an amazing time at Challenged Champions last week! The students were so excited to pet, brush, and even ride the horses. It was a fantastic hands-on experience, and they loved every minute of it! A big thank you to Challenged Champions for making this special opportunity possible. #HandsOnLearning #ChallengedChampions #GreatExperiences

Miss Allie from the Family Resource Center visited Mrs. VanDenEynde’s class today for a fun and meaningful lesson on emotions and feelings! ❤️😊😡😢 The students created their own emotion monsters to represent the different ways we may feel. Such a great way to help our kiddos recognize and express their emotions! #SocialEmotionalLearning #EmotionMonsters #GrowingHeartsAndMinds

Mrs. Perkins’ kiddos got creative today by making shamrocks using bell peppers as stamps! 🍀✂️ They had a blast turning colorful veggies into fun artwork to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! 🌈✨ #CreativeClassroom #StPatricksDayFun #HandsOnLearning

🐴💛 A special day for Mrs. Perkins’ class! 💛🐴 Students had a wonderful time visiting Challenged Champions, where they got to learn about the amazing work they do and interact with the horses. It was a fun and meaningful experience for everyone! Thank you to Challenged Champions for hosting us and sharing your mission! 🐎✨ #HandsOnLearning #ChallengedChampions #ThankYou

Students had a great time working with OT last week on a hot chocolate craft, practicing their cutting, gluing, and direction-following skills. After all their hard work, they got to enjoy a delicious cup of hot chocolate as a special treat! Great job, everyone! 🎨✂️🍫 #LearningThroughFun #HotChocolateCraft #HandsOnLearning

Mrs. Tyson’s class had a special treat today! ☕️✨ They visited Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck and got to buy their own beverages. Students practiced real-world math skills by determining if they needed change and showed great manners while ordering. A fun and educational experience all around! Way to go, kiddos! #LearningInAction #LifeSkills

Fractions in Action! 🍕🥤 Ms. Sheridan’s class had a deliciously fun time exploring equivalent fractions today using pizza and soda cups! Students got hands-on experience dividing and comparing fractions in a way that made learning both engaging and tasty. Who knew math could be so delicious? Great job, everyone! Keep up the awesome learning! #FractionsAreFun #HandsOnLearning

Last week, Mrs. VanDenEynde’s class had a wonderful experience at Challenged Champions! 🐴💛 With the help of Miss Godeke’s class and a few amazing Riverdale High School helpers, the students had the opportunity to engage with the horses and enjoy a day of learning and fun. A huge thank you to everyone who made this experience possible! It was a day full of smiles, growth, and unforgettable moments. 💙 #ChallengedChampions #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #Teamwork

📜🇺🇸 In recognition of President’s Day, Ms. Oswald shared her wealth of knowledge about Abraham Lincoln and George Washington with Mrs. VanDenEynde’s and Mrs. Tyson’s classes! Students also got a close-up look at clothing from the Civil War era, bringing history to life in an exciting way. Thank you, Ms. Oswald, for such an engaging and educational experience! 🎩📖 #PresidentsDay #LearningThroughHistory

💖 Valentine’s Fun in Mrs. Perkins’ Class! 💖 Mrs. Perkins’ class has been busy with hands-on motor activities to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Students enjoyed ice watercolor painting, conversation heart color sorting, heart stamping, and more fun OT activities designed to build fine motor skills while having a blast. 🎨💗 It’s been a great way to mix learning with creativity and holiday excitement! ❤️✨ #ValentinesDay #HandsOnLearning

🚀 Mrs. Shelton’s class had a blast with Ms. Smiley’s stations! 🎉 From launching balls in the air with our stomps to spinning in chairs, balancing on boards, and gently bouncing balls—every activity helped strengthen our core and improve our balance. Learning through movement is so much fun! 💪🎶 #ActiveLearning #CoreAndBalance #FunWithMsSmiley

This month in one of our preschool rooms, we’re exploring the wonderful world of animals! 🐾 The kids are loving our interactive vet clinic, complete with a waiting room and receptionist, a vet station with an examination table, and even a grooming station. They’re learning through play as they care for their “patients” and practice teamwork. We also have a cozy preschool aquarium library, where the children can relax and read all about their favorite animals. It’s been an exciting and educational experience for everyone! #PreschoolAdventures #LearningThroughPlay #AnimalFun #FutureVets #HandsOnLearning

Last week, Mrs. Tyson’s class had the opportunity to visit the horses at Challenged Champions!🐴The students had a wonderful time interacting with the horses. Some high school students joined the trip to help out, making it a fantastic collaboration between grade levels. It was a meaningful experience for everyone involved, combining hands-on learning with teamwork and community engagement. ✨Thank you to Challenged Champions for hosting such a memorable outing!✨ #HandsOnLearning #StudentCollaboration #CommunityEngagement #LearningOutsideTheClassroom #HorsesAndLearning

Hancock County Spelling Bee- January 30, 2025 On the evening of January 30th, students from the area elementary and middle schools participated in this year’s Hancock County Spelling Bee that was held at the Marathon Center for The Performing Arts. Madeline Barbee, an eighth grader at Arlington Middle School, Arlington Local Schools, was the Champion of this year’s event by correctly spelling the word- bureau. The Runner-Up was 8th grader, Jonah Todd, from Liberty-Benton Middle School, Liberty-Benton Local Schools. Plaques were awarded to the top two finishers, medals were given to those who placed third through seventh, and all participants were given certificates of participation. The Hancock County Educational Service Center provided all awards. Special thanks go to our Judges and Pronouncer for the evening; Mr. Jeff Young, Superintendent at the Hancock County ESC; Dr. Michael Scoles, Academic Counselor at the Millstream Career Center; Mrs. Kelly Wohlgamuth, Gifted Coordinator at Findlay City Schools and Mrs. Tracy Hiller, Treasurer at Vanlue Local Schools.