Benjamin Logan Superintendent Expands Community Engagement Efforts

BELLEFONTAINE, Ohio — Benjamin Logan Local Schools Superintendent Dr. Sean Flynn is expanding the district’s community engagement efforts by creating more opportunities for residents, families, alumni, business leaders, and community partners to connect directly with district leadership.

In previous years, Benjamin Logan hosted several “Let’s Talk School” events in communities throughout the district. Those gatherings provided opportunities for residents to hear district updates, ask questions, and engage in conversation with school leaders.

For the 2026–27 school year, Dr. Flynn is building on that outreach by taking a more community-based approach. Rather than hosting only district-organized forums, he plans to attend existing community meetings, civic organization gatherings, networking events, and informal conversations throughout the Benjamin Logan Local School District.

The goal is to meet people where they already gather and create more natural opportunities for conversation, listening, and relationship-building.

“Strong schools are built on strong relationships with the communities they serve,” Flynn said. “I look forward to meeting people throughout the district, hearing their perspectives, and learning more about what matters most to our families and community members.”

Upcoming community engagement opportunities include:

Thursday, October 1, 2026 — First Thursday Coffee, Logan County Chamber of Commerce
8:00 a.m.
Sweet Aromas, Bellefontaine

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 — Dr. Sloan Library Men’s Coffee Club
9:00 a.m.
Dr. Sloan Library
2817 Sandusky St., Zanesfield

Monday, November 2, 2026 — Bellefontaine Rotary Club
12:00–1:00 p.m.
Harold Kerr American Legion Post #173
120 Colton Ave., Bellefontaine

Thursday, November 19, 2026 — Rushsylvania Lions Club
7:00 p.m.
Lions Den
113 N. Sandusky St., Rushsylvania

Wednesday, December 2, 2026 — Coffee with the Superintendent
9:30–10:30 a.m.
Belle Center Diner and Pizzeria
102 W. Buckeye St., Belle Center

Additional community engagement dates will be announced throughout the school year.

Benjamin Logan Local Schools serves communities across a 220-square-mile district, including Belle Center, Rushsylvania, Valley Hi, West Mansfield, Zanesfield, East Liberty, Middleburg, and portions of Bellefontaine. The district believes meaningful communication and strong community relationships are essential to supporting students and strengthening public education.

Community members are encouraged to attend an upcoming event and take the opportunity to meet Dr. Flynn.

Community groups, civic organizations, and other organizations within the Benjamin Logan Local School District that would like to invite Dr. Flynn to an upcoming meeting, gathering, or networking event are encouraged to contact:

Sally Stolly
Director of Administrative Services
Benjamin Logan Local Schools
Email: stollys@benjaminlogan.org
Phone: 937-593-9211

For updates on future community engagement opportunities, follow Benjamin Logan Local Schools through its website and official social media channels.