Daniel Simpson, EL (English Learner) Coordinator at Highland Local Schools, was named the recipient of the 2025 Carl W. Breyley Distinguished Service Award.

This award is given annually to an ESC employee for outstanding service and achievement in their position. Dan was nominated by Deb Yorko, Director of Pupil Services at Highland Local Schools and chosen by the ESC Governing Board.

Brenda Zacharias was recognized for 45 years of service at the annual ESC Staff Recognition Celebration on April 28, 2025. Beginning her career at the ESC in February of 1980, Brenda has worked within multiple departments including the special education, gifted, and nursing departments as well as supporting all of the countywide fine arts programs. Brenda’s kind and joyful nature, along with her commitment and dedication to the ESC, sets an example for all of us!

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67th Medina CountySolo and Ensemble Festival

This year’s Medina County Solo and Ensemble Festival was held on Saturday, February 1, at Buckeye High School and hosted 250-plus students who participated in 129 events. Greg King (band director at Buckeye High School) and Pam Haberkorn (choir director at Buckeye High School) served as festival coordinators. Robert Hlasko, Ed.D., Superintendent of the ESC of Medina County, stated, "Whether in the classroom, on the field, or on the stage, Medina County students demonstrate amazing talents every year. The time and dedication these students and their directors put into their craft is beyond comprehension."

The festival was held with the generous support of: Bauer Funeral Home; Buckeye Local Education Association; Bullseye Activewear and Promotions; Royalton Music Center; South Court Dental; Valley City VFW Post 5563; Zion Lutheran Church; and individual community patrons. This event was coordinated by the ESC of Medina County and hosted by Buckeye Local School District. Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) qualified adjudicators gave performance ratings and verbal comments to students participating in the event. Superior and excellent ratings for this year’s events are included on the attached document.

For additional information, contact:Greg King, Festival Co-Coordinator Buckeye Local Schools (330) 722-8257, Ext. 3038 gking@buckeyeschools.orgBrenda Zacharias, Secretary Educational Service Center of Medina County (330) 723-6393 Ext. 601572 (voicemail) bzacharias@medinaesc.org

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• 2025 Press Release

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The 27th annual Medina County College, Tech, and Trade Fair was held on Wednesday, October 9, at the Medina Fairgrounds Community Center. Eighty-two colleges and career-enhancing (military, trade, manufacturing, and resource) organizations from Ohio and nearby states participated. More than 300 students, parents, and educators also attended. In addition, helpful financial aid information was offered to all families in attendance. 

Listed below are some selected comments received this year from participating organization representatives:

• Very nice fair! The families were great and everyone was nice!
• It was a great opportunity to speak with a unique age group that we try to target. Participants were very friendly and asked some good questions.
• Very friendly and welcoming volunteers.
• I loved having the stamper!
• Great job and staff was outstanding!
• Thank you for having me! Great conversations with students!

An exciting new feature this year was the student “Education Passport.” The names of the first 18 organizations that registered, as well as a blank “free space,” were included on this Bingo-type card. Students took their card to the participating exhibitors’ tables, and after asking a question of the exhibitor, had it stamped. Upon completing the passport, students turned it in and received a prize from the ESC of Medina County.

We thank Medina County high school guidance counselors for their support in planning this event and for their commitment to furthering the education and career development of our county’s students. We also express our appreciation to the personnel at the Medina County Community Center for their on-site assistance. In addition, we commend the 17 students from the Medina County Career Center for volunteering their time to assist as ushers. 

The fair was coordinated by the Educational Service Center of Medina County and Medina County Economic Development Corporation. It was authorized by the Ohio Association for College Admission Counselors.