Good evening Glen families,
Just a reminder that basket donations for PTO's annual Parents Night Out fundraiser are due this Wednesday, March 11th. Tickets for the event are still available and can be purchased using the following link.
https://events.handbid.com/auctions/parents-night-out-2026/tickets
All funds raised go back into the schools to support our students and staff!
Hi Glen families!
Don’t forget to check your child’s folder for the Pink invitation to our Candy Land Literacy Night! 🍭
When: Thursday, March 19th | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Theme: "Candy Land... Where reading is sweet!"
Deadline: Please return your RSVP slips by Thursday, March 12th.
We can't wait to see you there!
Dear Families of Howland Springs and Howland Glen,
As you probably know, the gym floors at both buildings have been replaced with an incredible new surface. This project was made possible by our PTO’s amazing work. In an effort to maintain its function and appearance, we are reaching out for assistance. When you know your child is scheduled for P.E. (Gym) please consider the following as you get your child ready for school:
Non-Marking Shoes Only*
Light-Colored Soles. (Most dark sole tennis shoes are OK.)*
No boots or dress shoes
If you prefer, you can have the proper shoes stay at school, and your child can change into them when P.E. starts.
*Helpful Hints to Determine Non-Marking Soles
Look for Labels: Search the sole, tongue, or shoe box for text indicating "non-marking" or "NM"
The Paper Test: Rub the sole vigorously on a white sheet of paper. If it leaves a colored streak, it is a marking shoe.
Check Sole Material: Non-marking soles are made of soft, light-colored, or gum rubber.
Fingernail Test: Press your fingernail into the sole; if the rubber feels soft and dents easily, it is likely non-marking.
Thanks in advance for your help. Your efforts are greatly appreciated!
Sincerely,
Mr. Clark and Mr. Roth
We have a two-hour early release today. Car riders will be dismissed at 1:35 PM. If your child is a bus rider, they should arrive at their stop two hours earlier than normal. It is also Parent-Teacher Conference Night.
Kind regards,
Mr. Roth
Howland Glen Families,
Our Annual Philadelphia Candy Fundraiser is officially wrapping up! To ensure we get our orders processed and our students get the credit they deserve, please note these final details:
Final Deadline: All money and order forms are due this Friday, February 27th. We cannot accept late orders, so please make sure they are turned in on time!
Payment: Checks or money orders are preferred, made out to "Howland Glen Primary."
Mystery Prize: Want a chance to win? If you turn in one single check for your entire order, your student will be entered into a drawing for one of 10 mystery prizes!
Labeling: Please double-check that your child’s name, grade, and teacher’s name are on the money envelope and the order forms.
Mark Your Calendar for Pick-Up: Orders will be available for pick-up on Monday, March 30th, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 P.M. at Howland Glen.
Thank you for helping us provide extra activities and classroom enhancements for our kids. It’s a win-win for everyone!
Kind Regards,
Mr. Roth
Sarah has Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Brittle Bone Disease). As the name suggests, her bones are extremely vulnerable to fractures. She recently underwent surgery to place a steel rod in her leg to assist with walking.
She is unable to participate in recess or gym and instead goes to the clinic to play board games or cards with our school nurse! Even a routine fire drill requires her to wait patiently for a wheelchair to help her exit the building safely.
Despite these challenges, Sarah comes to school each day with a smile. She enjoys her friends, works hard in the classroom, and is surpassing all kindergarten standards! She is also quick to offer a hug to classmates and staff!!
Sarah was presented with the Pillar of Inspiration Award. Her dad, Shane, is pictured with her.
#StudentRecognition #HowlandSprings
Throughout March, families and community members can:
🎼 Attend live performances
🎶 Watch featured performances on our YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@htb8947)
Check out the full March calendar of events and celebrate with us!
To celebrate their success, they enjoyed a special treat: ice cream sundaes with Mr. Roth and Mrs. Stolecki! 🍦✨
We are so proud of you—keep up the amazing work! Go Tigers!🐾
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.
Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up on February 26, 2026. Click the link below to schedule a time slot for your student.
If your child's teacher requested a 20-minute block (2 consecutive 10-minute slots), follow these steps: When you visit the sign-up portal, select 2 back-to-back time slots and label them as follows: Slot 1: Student Name 1; Slot 2: Student Name 2. Make sure you add the number (1) or (2) behind their name to secure more than 1 slot.
https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Howland_Schools
Kind Regards,
Mr. Roth
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.
The Howland Local School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting on:
📅 Wednesday, February 4, 2026
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Howland Schools Administration Building
Purpose of the meeting:
• Review the Board vision
• Share and gather goals
• Strategic planning
• Discussion related to the 2026–2027 school year
No action will be taken during this meeting.
A huge congratulations to our Howland Glen standouts for the month of December! These students were nominated by their teachers for their impressive hard work and outstanding character.
To celebrate their success, they enjoyed a special treat: ice cream sundaes with Mr. Roth and Mrs. Stolecki! 🍦✨
We are so proud of you—keep up the amazing work! Go Tigers!🐾
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Howland Local School District Board of Education for their leadership, dedication and service to our students, staff and community.
Jeff Pegg, President
Brianne Perry, Vice President
Julie Altawil
Abbigail Reynolds
Kelly Venniti
We are excited to welcome our newest board members, Abbigail Reynolds and Kelly Venniti, who officially joined us last night for our organizational meeting. We look forward to their contributions and leadership as they begin their service to Howland Local Schools.
#SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth #HowlandLocalSchools #ThankYouSchoolBoard #ServingOurStudents
Meanwhile, in Sheila Nock’s class, students took part in a five-week project called “The Penguin Project.” Over the weeks, they:
Week 1: Brainstormed ideas and planned their writing
Weeks 2–3: Drafted their informational book
Week 4: Reviewed and edited
Week 5: Finalized and published
Each student created an informational book explaining how an animal grows and changes, including a clear main idea and supporting details. 🐧✨
Bugles → the cornucopia
Goldfish crackers → the fish used as fertilizer
Candy corn → the corn the Pilgrims grew with help from Native Americans
Raisins → the fruits of the feast
Pretzel twists → arms folded around loved ones
M&M’s → the love of friends that makes every day sweeter
