ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center (MVESC) hosted the 37th Annual Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Secrest Auditorium. It was an evening dedicated to celebrating the talents and achievements of remarkable individuals. The MVESC proudly honored exceptional educators and students whose dedication, leadership, and accomplishments continue to make a lasting impact in their schools and communities.
MVESC was pleased to recognize the writing talents of Susan Mahoney by presenting scholarships to outstanding area seniors in her memory. This year, five students were selected for their exceptional promise and talent in creative writing. Each recipient received a $1,000 scholarship, with two students receiving $2,000 scholarships.
MVESC also recognized the finalists for the Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Award. Each school district within Muskingum Valley’s service region nominated one senior based on outstanding academic achievement, community service, and leadership. A panel of judges then selected one Franklin B. Walter Award recipient from Coshocton, Hocking, Muskingum, and Perry counties to serve as each county’s award winner. The award is named after former Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction Franklin B. Walter. The MVESC would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the sponsors who generously supported the event with scholarships: Park National Bank, Buckeye Apparel, and Lepi & Associates.
In addition, Muskingum Valley ESC was honored to recognize outstanding high school seniors and teachers from across the region. Each year, high school principals select one exceptional senior for recognition based on their academic excellence, leadership within their school district, and involvement in their community.
Each honored student was also asked to select a teacher from their academic career who served as a motivating influence in their success. These teachers were recognized alongside the students they inspired.
With many scholarships awarded to area seniors, the evening served as a meaningful celebration of academic achievement, dedication, and the lasting impact of educators throughout the Muskingum Valley region.
MVESC’s 37th Annual Award Ceremony, Awards Listing