Last week, Howland High School proudly celebrated National FCCLA Week with a variety of activities!
Member Monday: We kicked off the week by thanking our incredible FCCLA members! Our Leadership Team treated members to a special surprise to show appreciation for their hard work and dedication.
Service & Spirit Day: Members proudly wore their FCCLA shirts and gave back to the community. After school, students made blankets for local Children’s Services and created Valentine’s Day cards for residents at Shepherd of the Valley. Service and school spirit made for a wonderful day!
Educator & Alumni Day: We celebrated Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Day by recognizing Mrs. Stevens and Mrs. Graf for their dedication and impact. We also highlighted a special FCCLA alumna, Mrs. Vanessa Reilly Jackson, who is now teaching right here at Howland High School — what a full-circle moment!
Member Monday: We kicked off the week by thanking our incredible FCCLA members! Our Leadership Team treated members to a special surprise to show appreciation for their hard work and dedication.
Service & Spirit Day: Members proudly wore their FCCLA shirts and gave back to the community. After school, students made blankets for local Children’s Services and created Valentine’s Day cards for residents at Shepherd of the Valley. Service and school spirit made for a wonderful day!
Educator & Alumni Day: We celebrated Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Day by recognizing Mrs. Stevens and Mrs. Graf for their dedication and impact. We also highlighted a special FCCLA alumna, Mrs. Vanessa Reilly Jackson, who is now teaching right here at Howland High School — what a full-circle moment!
Students in the Child Development class at Howland High School presented their first team project: an Interactive Preschool Bulletin Board! The first team created a board titled “Sorting Produce”, designed to engage young learners with hands-on activities that build early learning skills.
Dante from the Mahoning Valley Historical Society recently visited Mrs. Haddle and Mrs. Sullivan’s U.S. History classes at Howland Junior High School to share what school looked like centuries ago. Students took a spelling test using the McGuffey Reader, wrote their names with quill pens and even experienced “recess” with historical toys.
Our 6th-grade physical education classes at Howland Intermediate School are officially underway with the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge! Students are focusing on goal setting, perseverance and personal growth as they work to improve strength, endurance and healthy habits. This isn’t about being the best in the class… it’s about being better than you were yesterday. We’re proud to see our Tigers supporting one another and showing Tiger PRIDE in action. 🧡🖤
Our students, Vocal Music Teacher Mr. Semrau, High School Principal Mr. Simko and Superintendent Kevin Spicher were invited to present at the Warren Chamber “Good Evening Howland” event held Thursday evening at Salvatore’s, highlighting the Township, our schools and other Howland businesses and organizations! Board of Education President Jeff Pegg and Vice President Brianne Perry were also in attendance.
Superintendent Spicher spoke about the success of Howland students and the strong partnerships with the township, local businesses and community organizations that support our schools.
The Howland High School Student Chamber Choir performed a beautiful selection and the Howland Schools alma mater for those in attendance.
Superintendent Spicher spoke about the success of Howland students and the strong partnerships with the township, local businesses and community organizations that support our schools.
The Howland High School Student Chamber Choir performed a beautiful selection and the Howland Schools alma mater for those in attendance.
Please mark your calendar! Registration for preschool and kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year will open on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Additional details, including how to register, will be shared soon!
Our 5th graders had a fantastic visit to the Howland branch of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library! Students toured the library, learned about the many services available to our community, and even signed up for a Take2 Library Card. A huge thank you to the Howland branch of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library staff for hosting us and to the Friends of the Library for generously providing busing to make this experience possible. We’re so grateful for these strong community partnerships that support our students!
Our students had a blast during Exciting ELA Day as they teamed up to play Pop or Flop, a fast-paced trivia game that challenged their reading, grammar and language skills through teamwork and quick thinking! To make the day even sweeter, students enjoyed popcorn while learning, laughing and cheering each other on. A perfect mix of learning + fun = a great day to be a Howland Tiger!
Learning by doing! Howland High School students participated in a hands-on activity using Jenga to demonstrate the difference between simple interest and compound interest.
Did you know intramural sports are available for 5th and 6th grade students?
🗓️ Two days a week for one hour
📍Howland Glen Primary School
✔️ Flexible participation
🏃♂️ Activities include:
• Scatterball, dodgeball, kickball
• Sideline soccer & scooter races
• Board games and crafts
Plus! Howland coaches volunteer their time to teach fundamentals of their sports, including:
• Basketball
• Golf
• Tennis
• Bowling
📝 Sign-Up Required:
All students must sign up through Final Forms!
🗓️ Two days a week for one hour
📍Howland Glen Primary School
✔️ Flexible participation
🏃♂️ Activities include:
• Scatterball, dodgeball, kickball
• Sideline soccer & scooter races
• Board games and crafts
Plus! Howland coaches volunteer their time to teach fundamentals of their sports, including:
• Basketball
• Golf
• Tennis
• Bowling
📝 Sign-Up Required:
All students must sign up through Final Forms!
Our 5th graders put civics into action this week! While learning about different types of government, students practiced the democratic process by casting a ballot for their favorite kind of pizza. After voting, each student proudly wore an “I Voted” sticker. elections!
Our Junior High Prep Bowl team placed 2nd overall out of 17 teams at the Trumbull ESC Prep Bowl on Saturday. What an outstanding accomplishment! Congratulations Mason Pegg, Lincoln Perry, Anthony Restaino, Hawk Blakeley, Harrison Huffman, Joseph Kaszowski, Braxton Ross, and Prep Club Advisor Mrs. Haddle!
Howland High School is proud to recognize our Military Pride 🇺🇸
These photos honor the friends and family members who serve or have served in the military and are connected to our students and staff. This display was thoughtfully created by our students, with pictures provided by staff member Julie Capan and support from Mrs. Olszewski who helped guide the girls throughout the project!
From left to right:
Baylee Villwock
Karlee Myers
Miranda Butler
Gia Tempesta
Mrs. Capan
These photos honor the friends and family members who serve or have served in the military and are connected to our students and staff. This display was thoughtfully created by our students, with pictures provided by staff member Julie Capan and support from Mrs. Olszewski who helped guide the girls throughout the project!
From left to right:
Baylee Villwock
Karlee Myers
Miranda Butler
Gia Tempesta
Mrs. Capan
Howland High School Senior Photo! Class of 2026, it is hard to believe we’re almost at the end of this journey. Time has flown, and graduation is just around the corner. 🎓
On Friday, the Howland High School Mock Trial Team competed at the Ohio Council for Law-Related Education district tournament held at the Warren Courthouse. The team earned wins against Lakeview and Austintown Fitch, advancing to the regional tournament later this month.
The case focused on the constitutionality of law enforcement accessing genetic databases to solve a 20-year-old cold case murder, challenging students to argue timely and complex constitutional issues.
🏆 Outstanding Presentation Awards
Justin Keating – Prosecution Lawyer
Daylin Munson – Prosecution Witness
Mason Sylvester – Defense Lawyer
Sophia McGarrity – Defense Witness
Team Members
Justin Keating, Mason Sylvester, Trevan Brindle, Gabby Rich, Daylin Munson, Sophia McGarrity, Keira Monaco, Aubrey DeJacimo, Kyle Johns, Brady Snelson and Emily Snitzer
The case focused on the constitutionality of law enforcement accessing genetic databases to solve a 20-year-old cold case murder, challenging students to argue timely and complex constitutional issues.
🏆 Outstanding Presentation Awards
Justin Keating – Prosecution Lawyer
Daylin Munson – Prosecution Witness
Mason Sylvester – Defense Lawyer
Sophia McGarrity – Defense Witness
Team Members
Justin Keating, Mason Sylvester, Trevan Brindle, Gabby Rich, Daylin Munson, Sophia McGarrity, Keira Monaco, Aubrey DeJacimo, Kyle Johns, Brady Snelson and Emily Snitzer
Melanie DeLuca from Trumbull County Children’s Services recently visited with our Child Development class students, sharing her expertise. Thank you for taking the time to connect with our students!
REVISED: The Board of Education of the Howland Local School District, Trumbull County, Ohio will host a special board of education meeting on the 4th day of February, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Howland Middle School, for the purpose of reviewing the board vision, obtaining and sharing goals, strategic planning, finance and the 2026-2027 school year. There will also be an executive session for the purpose of the appointment/employment of an employee or official. No action will take place at this meeting.
💗 Pep Club Gives Back 💗
Our Pep Club proudly presented a check to Pink Lights the Way, a nonprofit founded by Howland’s own Megan Schellhorn and Shannon Styer after their personal journeys as breast cancer survivors. The organization provides emotional and practical support to patients through care packages, mentorship and encouragement.
This cause is especially meaningful to our school community. School Resource Officer Stephanie Slusher received support from Pink Lights the Way during her own breast cancer treatment and now gives back by helping raise awareness and support for others.
During football season, our Pep Club and student section sold pink shirts to support this mission. Thanks to their efforts and the generosity of our fans, $1,670 was raised to support Pink Lights the Way!
Our Pep Club proudly presented a check to Pink Lights the Way, a nonprofit founded by Howland’s own Megan Schellhorn and Shannon Styer after their personal journeys as breast cancer survivors. The organization provides emotional and practical support to patients through care packages, mentorship and encouragement.
This cause is especially meaningful to our school community. School Resource Officer Stephanie Slusher received support from Pink Lights the Way during her own breast cancer treatment and now gives back by helping raise awareness and support for others.
During football season, our Pep Club and student section sold pink shirts to support this mission. Thanks to their efforts and the generosity of our fans, $1,670 was raised to support Pink Lights the Way!
The 2026–2027 Howland Local Schools calendar is now available. Families can review important dates, including the start of school, breaks and scheduled days off.
The preschool and kindergarten teachers at Howland Springs Primary proudly select a Tiger of the Month to recognize students who show outstanding friendship skills and are fantastic helpers. Pictured here are our December Tigers, who earned a special treat — Cookies with Mr. Clark!
