About Us

8 Buildings

7 Elementary Buildings and 1 High School/Middle School

1,557 Students

5 Year Average Enrollment (2018-2023)

3.5 Star Rating ODE - Meets State Standards

2023-24 School Year *Passed 11 of 19 ODE Tested Subject Areas

132 Teachers

More than 65% of teachers have advanced degrees and have 10+ Years of Experience.

17 Regular Bus Routes

Our busses travel over 1,500 miles each day

91.5% Graduation Rate

2023-24 ODE District Report Card

Arts and Athletics Excellence

21 Superior State Choir Ratings and 14 State Championships

Over $85,000 in Scholarships

Total Annual Avg. College Academic Scholarships from Hiland Academic Booster Club and Holmes County Education Foundation (5 Year Avg.)

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Vicki Antequera

Mrs. Antequera will be greatly missed by the students and staff at Hiland. She was a wonderful asset to Hiland for 32 years. Her East Holmes family wishes her well in her retirement adventures.

- Vickie Antequera, Spanish

Diane Duarte

Diane Duarte has been the heart of Berlin Elem for 25 years. She has been a steady and compassionate force in our school community. Her kindness, consistency, and quiet leadership have left a lasting mark on Berlin. She will be greatly missed in her retirement.

- Diane Duarte, Secretary

Lavonna Gress

Mrs. Gress has made the decision to retire after 18 years with Hiland. She has been a hard working, caring, and wonderful part of the Hiland team. She will be greatly missed but we wish her well in retirement.

- Lavonna Gress, 7th Grade ELA

Jan Isaac

Mrs. Isaac has worn many hats in her 23 years at Hiland. She has blessed many students, families, and staff members during her tenure. We will greatly miss her smile and encouragement. Congratulations on your retirement!

- Jan Isaac, Intervention Specialist

Suzanne Kalman

After an incredible 40 years of dedication, inspiration, and unwavering support for students at Hiland, Mrs. Kalman has decided to retire. Thank you for your dedicated service, the countless lives you've impacted, and the legacy you leave behind. You will be greatly missed!

- Suzanne Kalman, Business

Austin Kaufman

Mr. Kaufman has a great rapport with students and works to help each student reach their potential. We appreciate his calm demeanor and respect for all students. Thanks for your work with students at Flat Ridge!

- Austin Kaufman, Grade 4

Jennifer Mengel

Mrs. Mengel has incredible dedication, a positive attitude, and impacts all the students she works with. She brings a wonderful mix of professionalism, creativity, and compassion to everything she does at Chestnut Ridge.

- Jennifer Mengel, 5th & 6th Science, Social Studies, ELA

Bus Drivers

Our bus drivers are great! They are the first and last people to see our students each and every day. They serve a vital role in the lives of our students and their families. We greatly appreciate each of our bus drivers as they go above and beyond for our students!

- East Holmes Bus Drivers