What does a career in finance look like? Howland students are getting to experience it firsthand!
Career counselors from the Educational Service Center of Eastern Ohio recently brought virtual reality headsets to Howland High School Financial Literacy classes. Students explored two career simulations, Claims Adjuster and Financial Analyst, and compared the experiences.
The activity is part of the hands-on learning opportunities included in the new Finance Pre-Apprenticeship being implemented in this year's Personal Finance classes.
Career counselors from the Educational Service Center of Eastern Ohio recently brought virtual reality headsets to Howland High School Financial Literacy classes. Students explored two career simulations, Claims Adjuster and Financial Analyst, and compared the experiences.
The activity is part of the hands-on learning opportunities included in the new Finance Pre-Apprenticeship being implemented in this year's Personal Finance classes.
Congratulations to all of our Howland Tigers athletes, coaches and teams on a great fall season. Thank you for representing Howland with pride, dedication and hard work.
We’re proud of you, Tigers!
We’re proud of you, Tigers!
🍎 Fresh, locally grown apples are on the menu at Howland!🍎
Through a purchasing cooperative, the Howland Food Service Department secured apples from Bauman Orchards in Rittman, Ohio. The family-owned orchard has been in business since 1929 and provides different apple varieties throughout the season.
It’s a fresh taste of Ohio for our students!
Through a purchasing cooperative, the Howland Food Service Department secured apples from Bauman Orchards in Rittman, Ohio. The family-owned orchard has been in business since 1929 and provides different apple varieties throughout the season.
It’s a fresh taste of Ohio for our students!
Follow the Funds. Know the Numbers. Understand the Impact.
SPOTLIGHT #6: SCHOOL COSTS ARE RISING FASTER THAN STATE FUNDING
Since 2011, state K-12 funding in Ohio has grown 23%. During that same period, school costs, driven by inflation, compensation and benefits, have increased by an average of 44%. When state funding doesn’t keep pace with rising costs, local property taxes are often a district’s only option to help cover the difference.
Source: Ohio LSC data via Signal Cleveland, 2025.
SPOTLIGHT #6: SCHOOL COSTS ARE RISING FASTER THAN STATE FUNDING
Since 2011, state K-12 funding in Ohio has grown 23%. During that same period, school costs, driven by inflation, compensation and benefits, have increased by an average of 44%. When state funding doesn’t keep pace with rising costs, local property taxes are often a district’s only option to help cover the difference.
Source: Ohio LSC data via Signal Cleveland, 2025.
Howland High School FCCLA celebrated National Be a Teacher Day earlier this month!
From complimentary coffee for staff and dressing like favorite teachers to a gratitude wall and recognition of future educators in the Class of 2027, students found several ways to celebrate the people who make a difference in their classrooms.
FCCLA also kicked off its first-grade reading program visit of the school year!
From complimentary coffee for staff and dressing like favorite teachers to a gratitude wall and recognition of future educators in the Class of 2027, students found several ways to celebrate the people who make a difference in their classrooms.
FCCLA also kicked off its first-grade reading program visit of the school year!
Show your Tiger pride with Howland spirit wear! Get your orders in before the shop closes on December 14.
📦 Items arrive within 3–5 days.
🛍️ Shop here: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/HHSTS26
#HowlandTigers #TigerPride
📦 Items arrive within 3–5 days.
🛍️ Shop here: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/HHSTS26
#HowlandTigers #TigerPride
⚽ Girls Soccer Tournament Game⚽
Howland Girls Soccer hosts Geneva in the first round of the OHSAA tournament on Thursday, October 22, at 7 p.m. Come cheer on the Tigers!
#HowlandTigers #OHSAA
Howland Girls Soccer hosts Geneva in the first round of the OHSAA tournament on Thursday, October 22, at 7 p.m. Come cheer on the Tigers!
#HowlandTigers #OHSAA
🏆 Howland Athletics Hall of Fame: Class of 2026
Fourteen individuals are being recognized for their accomplishments in athletics, coaching and service to Howland Local Schools.
From state champions and school record holders to professional athletes and dedicated supporters of Howland athletics, this year's class reflects achievement at every level.
Join us in recognizing the members of the 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame class!
Gary Anderson: Led girls soccer to a 176–24–12 record, 10 conference titles and nine district championships in 12 seasons.
Taylor (Craigo) Mannon: State qualifier and school record holder in the 1,600 and 3,200 meters who earned a scholarship to Marshall University.
Ron DeJacimo: Three-time state golf qualifier and four-time first-team all-conference selection who became a PGA professional.
Cecil Dilley: State cross-country qualifier, school record holder and two-time district track champion who became a national qualifier at Walsh College.
Ron Loomis: Beloved district employee and athletic supporter whose two decades of service earned the 2023 NEOIAAA Ralph Quisenberry Service Award.
Chris McClearn: First-team All-Ohio kicker and punter who set Howland’s 49-yard field goal record and led Ohio with a 47.1-yard punting average.
Ron McCleary: Basketball coach who recorded 165 victories, reached three district finals and later served as Howland’s athletic director.
Ryne Nutt: First-team All-Ohio lineman and collegiate All-American who contributed to three Super Bowl championships in the Kansas City Chiefs’ front office.
Ken Pozega: Two-time All-Ohio football honoree and three-sport athlete who became a NASCAR pit crew member with victories across all three major series.
Brad Samsa: First-team All-Ohio lineman who became a two-time All-American at Youngstown State and a member of its Athletics Hall of Fame.
Maurice Smith-Davis: All-Ohio defensive back with 15 career interceptions who played at Michigan State and became a two-year starter at Youngstown State.
Aimee (Gysegem) Whisler: State swimming qualifier and four-event school record holder who earned athletic and academic scholarships to Nova Southeastern University.
David-Brian Whisler: The 2015 state wrestling champion, three-time state placer and four-time EOWL champion who earned 153 career wins and competed at Maryland.
Carla Rupert-Walchak: Pioneer for female athletes whose 198-of-200 score on Howland’s coeducational rifle team stood as a school record for 35 years.
Fourteen individuals are being recognized for their accomplishments in athletics, coaching and service to Howland Local Schools.
From state champions and school record holders to professional athletes and dedicated supporters of Howland athletics, this year's class reflects achievement at every level.
Join us in recognizing the members of the 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame class!
Gary Anderson: Led girls soccer to a 176–24–12 record, 10 conference titles and nine district championships in 12 seasons.
Taylor (Craigo) Mannon: State qualifier and school record holder in the 1,600 and 3,200 meters who earned a scholarship to Marshall University.
Ron DeJacimo: Three-time state golf qualifier and four-time first-team all-conference selection who became a PGA professional.
Cecil Dilley: State cross-country qualifier, school record holder and two-time district track champion who became a national qualifier at Walsh College.
Ron Loomis: Beloved district employee and athletic supporter whose two decades of service earned the 2023 NEOIAAA Ralph Quisenberry Service Award.
Chris McClearn: First-team All-Ohio kicker and punter who set Howland’s 49-yard field goal record and led Ohio with a 47.1-yard punting average.
Ron McCleary: Basketball coach who recorded 165 victories, reached three district finals and later served as Howland’s athletic director.
Ryne Nutt: First-team All-Ohio lineman and collegiate All-American who contributed to three Super Bowl championships in the Kansas City Chiefs’ front office.
Ken Pozega: Two-time All-Ohio football honoree and three-sport athlete who became a NASCAR pit crew member with victories across all three major series.
Brad Samsa: First-team All-Ohio lineman who became a two-time All-American at Youngstown State and a member of its Athletics Hall of Fame.
Maurice Smith-Davis: All-Ohio defensive back with 15 career interceptions who played at Michigan State and became a two-year starter at Youngstown State.
Aimee (Gysegem) Whisler: State swimming qualifier and four-event school record holder who earned athletic and academic scholarships to Nova Southeastern University.
David-Brian Whisler: The 2015 state wrestling champion, three-time state placer and four-time EOWL champion who earned 153 career wins and competed at Maryland.
Carla Rupert-Walchak: Pioneer for female athletes whose 198-of-200 score on Howland’s coeducational rifle team stood as a school record for 35 years.
🏐 Girls Volleyball Tournament Game🏐
Howland Girls Volleyball opens OHSAA tournament play against Ellet High School on Wednesday, October 21, at Avon Lake. Good luck, Tigers!
#HowlandTigers #OHSAA
⚽ Boys Soccer Tournament Game
Howland Boys Soccer hosts VASJ in the first round of the OHSAA tournament on Wednesday, October 21, at 7 p.m. Come out and support the Tigers!
#HowlandTigers #OHSAA
Howland Boys Soccer hosts VASJ in the first round of the OHSAA tournament on Wednesday, October 21, at 7 p.m. Come out and support the Tigers!
#HowlandTigers #OHSAA
Follow the Funds. Know the Numbers. Understand the Impact.
SPOTLIGHT #5: HOMEOWNERS NOW COVER MORE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY TAXES
In 1975, Ohio homeowners covered 46% of school property taxes, and businesses covered the rest. Today, homeowners carry 67.5%, while the business share has been cut by more than a third. That shift happened at the state level, not within the Howland Local School District.
Source: Statehouse News Bureau, 2026.
SPOTLIGHT #5: HOMEOWNERS NOW COVER MORE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY TAXES
In 1975, Ohio homeowners covered 46% of school property taxes, and businesses covered the rest. Today, homeowners carry 67.5%, while the business share has been cut by more than a third. That shift happened at the state level, not within the Howland Local School District.
Source: Statehouse News Bureau, 2026.
Reminder: There is no school tomorrow, Friday, October 9. We’ll see everyone back on Monday!
Enjoy the long weekend!
Enjoy the long weekend!
Positive messages, fall vibes and a little creativity are filling the windows at Howland High School!
Students in Health, Safety and Wellness decorated the windows with encouraging messages and colorful fall images. A fun way to brighten the school while spreading a little positivity! 🍂
Students in Health, Safety and Wellness decorated the windows with encouraging messages and colorful fall images. A fun way to brighten the school while spreading a little positivity! 🍂
Follow the Funds. Know the Numbers. Understand the Impact.
SPOTLIGHT #4: $10 BILLION MORE AT RISK
Current proposals to eliminate Ohio's state income tax entirely would create an estimated annual revenue shortfall of $10 billion or more, on top of the $17 billion already cut since 2005. A shrinking state budget means more pressure on local property owners to fill the gap for local services like schools.
Source: Statehouse News Bureau, 2026.
SPOTLIGHT #4: $10 BILLION MORE AT RISK
Current proposals to eliminate Ohio's state income tax entirely would create an estimated annual revenue shortfall of $10 billion or more, on top of the $17 billion already cut since 2005. A shrinking state budget means more pressure on local property owners to fill the gap for local services like schools.
Source: Statehouse News Bureau, 2026.
Our Paw Pantry helps provide food and hygiene items to Howland students and families who need a little extra support.
You can help keep the shelves stocked by donating during our community drive!
📅 Drive runs through October 16
🥫 Food items
🧴 Hygiene items
🐾 Every donation makes a difference!
Let’s come together to fill the pantry and support our Tigers! 🧡🖤
You can help keep the shelves stocked by donating during our community drive!
📅 Drive runs through October 16
🥫 Food items
🧴 Hygiene items
🐾 Every donation makes a difference!
Let’s come together to fill the pantry and support our Tigers! 🧡🖤
Follow the Funds. Know the Numbers. Understand the Impact.
SPOTLIGHT #3: OHIO'S CHANGING INCOME TAX
Ohio has reduced its state income tax rates five times since 2005. According to an estimate from Policy Matters Ohio and the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP), those changes have reduced state revenue by an estimated $17 billion each year. When the state collects less through income taxes, there is less state revenue available to fund public services, including education.
Source: Policy Matters Ohio / ITEP, “The Great Ohio Tax Shift,” 2026.
SPOTLIGHT #3: OHIO'S CHANGING INCOME TAX
Ohio has reduced its state income tax rates five times since 2005. According to an estimate from Policy Matters Ohio and the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP), those changes have reduced state revenue by an estimated $17 billion each year. When the state collects less through income taxes, there is less state revenue available to fund public services, including education.
Source: Policy Matters Ohio / ITEP, “The Great Ohio Tax Shift,” 2026.
The Howland High School Speech and Debate Team has been recognized by the National Speech & Debate Association for the 2025–2026 school year, earning a place in the prestigious 100 Club!
The program has been a member of the club for several years, a testament to the work of advisor Thom Williams and his commitment to teaching students essential life skills, including communication, research, listening, writing and organization.
Congratulations to our speech and debate students and Mr. Williams! 👏
The program has been a member of the club for several years, a testament to the work of advisor Thom Williams and his commitment to teaching students essential life skills, including communication, research, listening, writing and organization.
Congratulations to our speech and debate students and Mr. Williams! 👏
Howland Local Schools is hiring substitute custodial staff and substitute food service staff! Interested in applying?
Click here to download the application: https://aptg.co/C1sT6h
Completed applications can be: emailed to melinda.molek@howlandschools.org or ropped off in the black box outside the Administration Office.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Click here to download the application: https://aptg.co/C1sT6h
Completed applications can be: emailed to melinda.molek@howlandschools.org or ropped off in the black box outside the Administration Office.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Howland High School students Evan Neely and Sapphire Lin participated in the Tressel Institute’s 2026 Summer Leadership Institute!
Evan and Sapphire joined 24 rising juniors and seniors from 16 Mahoning Valley school districts for a free, three-day leadership experience at Youngstown State University.
Students explored servant leadership, personal values and leadership styles, practiced teamwork and communication, set SMART goals, learned about college and career opportunities, and participated in team-building and community service activities.
We’re proud to recognize Evan and Sapphire for representing Howland High School!
Evan and Sapphire joined 24 rising juniors and seniors from 16 Mahoning Valley school districts for a free, three-day leadership experience at Youngstown State University.
Students explored servant leadership, personal values and leadership styles, practiced teamwork and communication, set SMART goals, learned about college and career opportunities, and participated in team-building and community service activities.
We’re proud to recognize Evan and Sapphire for representing Howland High School!
🥎 FREE HOWLAND SOFTBALL CAMP! 🥎
Calling all future Tigers! Howland Softball is hosting a FREE softball camp for students in Grades 1–8 later this month! 🐯
Whether you're new to softball or already love the game, this is a great opportunity to learn, build skills, and have fun!
It's free. Just show up and join the fun!
#HowlandTigers #HowlandSoftball #RoaringFuture #SoftballCamp
Calling all future Tigers! Howland Softball is hosting a FREE softball camp for students in Grades 1–8 later this month! 🐯
Whether you're new to softball or already love the game, this is a great opportunity to learn, build skills, and have fun!
It's free. Just show up and join the fun!
#HowlandTigers #HowlandSoftball #RoaringFuture #SoftballCamp