Alumni
Alumni
Alumni at Work: Serving Our District
Our school district has changed over time through growth and consolidation, but our commitment to students and the community remains consistent. Today, we are proud to employ many staff members who are graduates of our district’s former and current schools.
These employees bring firsthand knowledge of our schools and community, shaped by their own experiences as students. Now working in classrooms, offices, and support roles, they contribute to the day-to-day work of serving students and families across the district.
This page highlights staff members who are district alumni and have chosen to return to work in our schools. Through photos and brief reflections, we recognize the role our schools play in developing future educators, professionals, and leaders.
Click each name below to read more!
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I earned an associate degree in Early Childhood Development, a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Ohio University Eastern, and a master’s degree in educational administration. I have served Harrison Hills City Schools for over two decades and currently teach kindergarten.
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I earned my bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Kent State University and a master’s degree in Business Management and Finance. My career has included roles in the oil and gas industry, as Harrison County Auditor, and now with Harrison Hills City Schools. I have served on numerous boards and committees, including founding the YES Committee, helping pass the school levy, and starting the Harrison Central Alumni Association. Giving back to my community is deeply important to me, and I am proud to have children attending Harrison Central.
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I earned my degree in Middle Childhood Education from Kent State University and joined the Harrison Central faculty in 2009. I have served in many instructional roles and am known by students as the Dancing Teacher, DJ Teacher, and Tech/Google Guru.
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I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology and later completed a master’s degree in Counselor Education with dual licensure. I currently serve as the high school counselor, CCP advisor, and NHS advisor. I also direct the theatre department and have helped grow performing arts opportunities, including reinstating Thespian Troupe #1690 and leading multiple productions.
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After high school, I attended Walsh University, where I earned degrees in History and Professional Education. I discovered my passion for working with youth during college and now serve as an Intervention Specialist and Assistant Athletic Director at Harrison Central.
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I earned my bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Ohio University Eastern and later completed a master’s degree in administration. I have taught special education, third grade, and kindergarten during my career.
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I earned my degree in History from Franciscan University of Steubenville and later completed a master’s degree in Mild–Moderate Educational Needs. I have served Harrison Hills City Schools since 1993 in a variety of instructional roles.
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I earned a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies from Walsh University and a Master of Public Administration from Ohio University. After spending 10 years working in nonprofit organizations in neighboring Jefferson County, it feels full circle to return and serve the district that helped shape me.
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I earned degrees in Speech Pathology and Audiology from Kent State University and worked in skilled care for 15 years. I joined Harrison Hills City Schools in 2016 as a speech teacher.
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I earned my bachelor’s degree in Middle Childhood Education from Franciscan University and later completed a master’s degree in Education Administration from Walsh University. I returned to Harrison Hills City Schools to teach middle school and currently teach eighth-grade science. I am proud to give back to my alma mater.
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I began college studying accounting before entering the workforce and raising my family. I later returned to Kent State University and changed my major to Middle Childhood Education. After subbing in multiple districts, I was hired at Harrison Hills City Schools in 2008. I currently teach seventh-grade math and plan to finish my career at Harrison.
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I earned my undergraduate degree in History from the University of Mount Union with minors in education and psychology, followed by a master’s degree in Educational Leadership. I began working in the district as a substitute before being hired full time. I have served in many roles, including teacher, advisor, coach, assistant athletic director, and counselor-related positions. I am grateful to call Harrison County and Harrison Central home.
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I earned a bachelor’s degree in Sport Business from the University of Mount Union and later completed my teaching certification. I have served as the district’s business teacher since 2013. I also earned a master’s degree in education and completed the Principal Preparation Program.
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I earned my bachelor’s degree from Mount Union College and my master’s degree from Marygrove College. I have taught in the district since 1997 across multiple buildings and grade levels. I currently teach seventh grade and have taught all subjects throughout my career.
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I earned degrees in occupational therapy assisting, public health, and occupational therapy. I currently serve as an occupational therapist and am proud to support students in my home district.
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I earned my degree in History and Social Studies from Ohio Northern University and began my teaching and coaching career shortly after. I returned home to Harrison Central after teaching elsewhere and have since served as a teacher, counselor, assistant principal, and district administrator.
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After graduating from Harrison Central, I joined the U.S. Navy and attended Nuclear Power School. I later served as an instructor before returning to the area. My path eventually led me into education, where I began working as a substitute teacher and later became a paraprofessional. I value supporting students and being part of the district in this role.
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I earned my bachelor’s degree from Bethany College and a master’s degree from Marygrove College. I began my teaching career in 1995 and have served as a teacher at Harrison Central since 1999.
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I initially studied nursing before changing my major to Early Childhood Education. I am grateful to work in the district where I attended school and have spent my career teaching first grade.
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I worked at what is now PNC for 21 years and later served as the Village of Cadiz Income Tax Administrator. I am currently in my 25th year as EMIS Coordinator for the district and have also coordinated the Safe Schools Mental Health Grant, Blessings in a Backpack, and the MidOhio Produce Market.
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I initially attended Kent State University for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology but quickly realized my heart was in special education. Before graduating, I knew I wanted to be close to home and family. When a position opened at Harrison, I knew I was coming home. I am excited to be a Husky again.
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I have lived in South Carolina, Nevada, Alaska, and Japan. After my husband retired from the military, we decided to return to the area where we both grew up. I am currently a preschool teacher’s aide.
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I worked in food service and advanced to department head manager while attending Belmont College, where I studied small business and administration and earned my degree. I have worked in the district for over nine years and currently serve as Director of Food and Nutrition.
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I graduated from Muskingum University and began my career as a teacher and head baseball coach. I have served Harrison Hills City Schools in many roles, including teacher, coach, principal, and Director of Operations. I was also the first head baseball coach at Harrison Central following consolidation.
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I earned an associate degree in business from Belmont College and operated my own daycare for 10 years. I later became a school bus professional, which allowed me to remain active in my children’s lives. I have served in this role for 12 years.
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I began my career in business before returning to school to earn degrees in early childhood education, intervention specialization, and educational administration. I currently teach first grade and coordinate the Resident Educator Program.
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I initially pursued education before changing careers to respiratory therapy. While substitute teaching, I realized education was my true passion and returned to earn my teaching license. I currently serve as a high school Intervention Specialist and coach multiple sports.
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