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.
📢 Special Board of Education Meeting Notice📢
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.
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!🐾
January is School Board Recognition Month in Ohio!
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
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
Our first-grade students in Marisa James’ class completed a fun take-home project: decorating their own unique holiday stockings! Each student reflected their interests or family traditions, and every stocking turned out one-of-a-kind. Now, they’re proudly displayed on the “First Grade Fireplace” in the hallway — and the kids love walking by and seeing their creations on display! 🎄❤️
Students in Jenelle Saborse’s class learned how to write an informational piece, and what better subject than penguins? They researched penguins together, listed interesting facts and each student wrote their own facts while creating a matching penguin craft. This fun project helped students practice research, writing and creativity all at once!
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. 🐧✨
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. 🐧✨
With the help of generous parent donations, students in Karen DeFrancesco’s class created a special Thanksgiving Trail Mix, with each ingredient symbolizing part of the first Thanksgiving story:
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
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
Hello Glen Families!
Howland Glen Primary extends a heartfelt THANK YOU to our school community! We're incredibly proud of our readers and grateful for your support, which made our fundraiser a success. Our students had a wonderful time reading. We can't wait to host another Read-A-Thon next year!
It's time to redeem your Rat Bucks! You can sign in to your account and choose prizes for your child at this time. Our kiddos have 10 days to redeem and choose what they want from the online store. These orders will come to the school and will be sent home in their backpacks.
Thank you all again for your support!
~Howland Glen Staff
On Friday, our students were part of the nearly 3,000 students in grades 1–7 from 5 counties in Ohio and PA who visited and enjoyed incredible performances at the W.D. Packard Family Christmas Spectacular. Some of our talented students also performed at Friday’s show and throughout the weekend!
Students from HHS, HJHS, HIS, H.C. Mines and Glen represented Howland with pride. Special shoutout to our National Honor Society students who served as ushers, helping the event run smoothly.
🎶 Featured soloists and performers included:
Naomi Aston (HJHS) – featured baton twirler
Dominic Morataya (HHS) – featured trumpet soloist
Talented dancers from HHS, HJHS, HIS and H.C. Mines
Vocal soloists from HHS, HJHS, HIS, H.C. Mines and Glen
We are so proud of all of our students and their amazing talents! Check out the photos from Friday!
#HowlandSchools #StudentTalents #FamilyChristmasSpectacular #MusicAndArts
Students from HHS, HJHS, HIS, H.C. Mines and Glen represented Howland with pride. Special shoutout to our National Honor Society students who served as ushers, helping the event run smoothly.
🎶 Featured soloists and performers included:
Naomi Aston (HJHS) – featured baton twirler
Dominic Morataya (HHS) – featured trumpet soloist
Talented dancers from HHS, HJHS, HIS and H.C. Mines
Vocal soloists from HHS, HJHS, HIS, H.C. Mines and Glen
We are so proud of all of our students and their amazing talents! Check out the photos from Friday!
#HowlandSchools #StudentTalents #FamilyChristmasSpectacular #MusicAndArts
Congratulations to the Howland Glen students of the month for the month of November! Keep up the great work!!
Dear Howland Glen Families,
Here are a few reminders for this week:
1. Picture make-up day is tomorrow, 12/4. Please make sure to let the teacher know if you need pictures taken/re-taken.
2. Our field trip to Packard Music Hall is Friday, 12/5. Don't forget to send in your permission slip signed for your son/daughter to attend.
3. Keep it up with the read-a-thon! We’re Crushing It! 🙌 So far, we’ve logged [17,809] minutes and raised $$$ toward our goal. Don’t forget to share your reader’s Read-A-Thon page so friends and family can donate! Let’s keep reading toward our goals! 📚
@myreadathon #ReadRaise #MyReadathon
Here are a few reminders for this week:
1. Picture make-up day is tomorrow, 12/4. Please make sure to let the teacher know if you need pictures taken/re-taken.
2. Our field trip to Packard Music Hall is Friday, 12/5. Don't forget to send in your permission slip signed for your son/daughter to attend.
3. Keep it up with the read-a-thon! We’re Crushing It! 🙌 So far, we’ve logged [17,809] minutes and raised $$$ toward our goal. Don’t forget to share your reader’s Read-A-Thon page so friends and family can donate! Let’s keep reading toward our goals! 📚
@myreadathon #ReadRaise #MyReadathon
Howland Glen Families,
We are down to our last week for the read-a-thon! On Monday, 12/8, it all comes to an end. Thank you so much to all who are participating!
There is still time to sign up, read, and win prizes! Use the link below to activate your student's Reader account: https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/AibfVD/1?utm=email
Thank you so much for your participation and support! Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers!
Thank you, Howland Glen Primary
Happy Saturday Howland Glen Families!
Our Read-A-Thon is well underway- thank you so much for your support so far! If you haven't signed up, please take a few moments to check this out!
Watch this short video to see how to signup your reader:
https://youtu.be/12tmuXH8zCg
This account will serve as a hub for recording and monitoring your child's progress as a Reader in the event, and for you to share their Read-A-Thon message with friends and family. Use the link below to activate your student's Reader account:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/AibfVD/1?utm=email
Thank you so much for your participation and support. Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers! Thank you,
Howland Glen Primary
Hello Howland Glen Primary parents!
Grandparents are a huge part of our children's lives, and they can be a fantastic support in reaching those reading goals. During our Read-A-Thon, they can help encourage your child by donating to your child's reading goal. To help them get involved, below is a link you can use to easily email/message them about supporting our fundraiser:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/tool/AibfVD/1
Together, let's encourage a lifelong passion for reading!
Howland Glen Primary
Grandparents are a huge part of our children's lives, and they can be a fantastic support in reaching those reading goals. During our Read-A-Thon, they can help encourage your child by donating to your child's reading goal. To help them get involved, below is a link you can use to easily email/message them about supporting our fundraiser:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/tool/AibfVD/1
Together, let's encourage a lifelong passion for reading!
Howland Glen Primary
Good evening Glen families,
We're thrilled to announce that our Read-A-Thon is underway!
We're counting on you to make it a success. If you haven't already, please take a moment to activate your child’s personal reader page by clicking on the following link:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/AibfVD?utm=email
It only takes a minute or two, and your support will greatly assist us in meeting our financial goals. Proceeds will go to equipment and supplies for the teachers and the building.
Thank you for your help in reaching our goal!
Educationally,
Mr. Roth
Good afternoon Glen Families!
This is a reminder that tomorrow will be early release due to Parent Teacher Conferences. We will start releasing students at 1:35 pm for the car pick-up line.
Have a great evening!
~Mr. Roth
This is a reminder that tomorrow will be early release due to Parent Teacher Conferences. We will start releasing students at 1:35 pm for the car pick-up line.
Have a great evening!
~Mr. Roth
Congratulations to the Howland Glen students of the month for the month of October! Keep up the great work!!
We need substitutes!
Howland Schools is looking for subs in:
Bus Drivers
Custodians
Cafeteria Workers
Lunch Monitors
Educational Aides
Nurses
Secretaries
Apply today!
Howland Schools is looking for subs in:
Bus Drivers
Custodians
Cafeteria Workers
Lunch Monitors
Educational Aides
Nurses
Secretaries
Apply today!
Good afternoon Glen Families,
Just a reminder that pick-up for the PTO Fundraiser is Wednesday, November 5th, 3:45 pm - 7:00 PM at Howland Springs.
The joy of picking a brand new book from our book vending machine at Howland Glen!
