LCJVS Announcements:

Here are few daily announcements to share:

Wellness Wednesday Quote: You can’t stop people from saying bad things about you. All you can do is make them liars.

Back to School Forms: Students that have not turned in their medical forms, should report to Tech Center E for labs.

 

ASSOCIATE SCHOOL NEWS:   

 

Please click on the Associate School links on our website (under High School) for updated or detailed information.  Some schools forward daily announcements while others can be found directly on their website.

AMHERST:

• SPORTS: The Fall Athletic season is underway! Get out and support your peers at our athletic and extracurricular events.  Your energy and support of your peers this year at home games has been awesome! Keep it up! Let’s get out to as many events as possible.  For a full schedule of our events, please visit our athletic page.
• Second Harvest: Amherst families who need assistance with groceries are invited to our next Second Harvest food distribution. Thursday, September 24^th from noon to 1pm at Marion L. Steele High School. Please RSVP by September 18^th. If you cannot attend on this date, please contact Amherst Schools Social Worker Jill Maiorca at 440-988-1645 or jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org. This institution is an equal opportunity employer.
• Academic Challege Club: Do you enjoy trivia, friendly competition, and showing off what you know? We would love to have you join this year’s Academic Challenge Team!  Academic Challenge is a fast-paced team competition where students work together to answer questions on a wide range of subjects, from history and science to literature, current events, and more. It’s a fun way to challenge yourself, learn new things, have fun with your friends, and compete as a team!  We’ll have two short seasons this year. Short after-school practices during the fall will be scheduled so they don’t interfere with fall sports. We’ll also develop a winter practice schedule that works for everyone. There will be one Saturday match in November, followed by a short winter/spring season from January through March. If you are unable to participate in both seasons, that is fine.  Sign up for our Google Classroom using this Class Code: fzcwlt6. You can also stop by room 420 and speak with Mrs. Opel.
• Anime Club: New this year… Anime Club! Students can explore anime through drawing, character design, illustration, and creative projects. Come share your creativity, learn new artistic skills, and connect with other students who love anime and art. No experience necessary; everyone is welcome! See Mr. DiFranco in Room 4 for more information. The Anime Club will start in September and meets twice a month after school.
• Art Club: Love to create? Art Club is a place to explore your creativity, try new art techniques, and work on fun projects with other students. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just enjoy being creative, everyone is welcome! Come create, connect, and have fun while expressing yourself through art. See Mr. DiFranco in Room 4 for more information. The Art Club will meet in September and meets twice a month after school.
• Ecoleague: Ecoleague’s mission is to increase student awareness of environmental issues and give them the ability to make a difference; educate others about their responsibilities for improving their recycling habits; provide opportunities for students to become directly involved in a variety of environmental projects; and promote environmental awareness. See Mrs. DeLeon in room 510 for more information. Meetings are every Thursday at 7am in the CLC Mediascape Lounge:
• ESPORTS: Steele Esports competes through Esports Ohio, which is partnered with the OHSAA and has over 250-member high schools. Games offered this year, depending on the level of interest, include Smash Bros, Marvel Rivals, Fortnite, Overwatch, Rocket League, and Volorant. Tryouts will begin September 14^th. Practices will be weekly from 2:40-3:30 with a weekly game from 2:40-6pm. See Mr. Rubinski in room 511 with any questions.
• Gamers Club: This casual Gamer club welcomes any console, board, card game, etc. rated Teen or below. Play, watch, and/or talk about games with other members! Gamers Club will begin at the end of September and meet from 2:40-3:30 weekly. See Mr. Rubinski in room 511 for more information.
• Indoor Track and Field: Ready to run, jump, throw, or vault? Join Steele Indoor Track & Field! Build speed, strength, and confidence while competing with your teammates this winter. Everyone is welcome!

Indoor track and field practices daily starting at the end of November and going through February.  See Coach Glatz in room 501 for more details.

• Student Nutrition Advisory Council: Students contribute ideas for items to purchase in the cafeteria; taste testings; field trips to Columbus to advocate for meals at the State level; field trip to Gordon Food Service Show to meet manufacturers and create new menu ideas. The first meeting is September 23 at 6:45 am in the CLC.  SNAC will then meet monthly during the school year.  For more information email Mrs. Kelbley at deanne_kelbley@amherstk12.org or speak to any student board members listed below.  President - Bridget Sonntag, VP - Gemma DelMonico, Secretary - Emma Timko, PR Chair - Emma Kucbel

AVON:

• Marching Band Practice Field: Students, please remember that our student parking lot also serves as the Marching Band practice field. On rehearsal days, we need the lot cleared so we can safely set up and begin rehearsal on time.  Wednesdays, cars need to be moved immediately after school.
• Join Unified Sports: All juniors and seniors interested in joining Unified Sports, please fill out the form in your “Class of” google classroom.
• Avon High School Homecoming Week: Avon High School Homecoming week is Sept. 21^st-26^th. The theme this year is “A Night in Rio.” If you are interested in applying for Homecoming court, check your graduating class Google Classroom for the application. Representatives are needed from each graduating class. If you are planning on bringing a date from another school, please pick up a visiting date in the main office. Forms should be returned to the main office by the end of the day Tuesday, September 22^nd.
• Seniors: Seniors, make sure that you are checking your AHS Gmail daily! There are numerous reasons our offices need to communicate with you and your families, and those communications can come daily, weekly and monthly. We want you to be as informed as possible and your Gmail will be key to doing so!
• Attention Seniors: It is time to start planning for life after graduation. We know that our students take many different paths after high school, and so we’d like to invite you to sign up for a meeting that best fits your after AHS Plans. The group presentations are REQUIRED and will take place during 1^st, 4^th, 6^th, and 7^th periods. Students are expected to attend a meeting during their release. If you do not have a release, you can attend a meeting that best fits your schedule. Please keep in mind that you are responsible for any missed work. Please log in to your Class of 2027 google classroom and sign up for a meeting. Again, these meetings are required.

AVON LAKE:

• Band Notes: On October 10 at 5pm in Memorial Stadium, The Marching Shoremen will be hosting our 61st Band A Rama! Admission and show details can be found on the link on our website.  If there are any questions, please check out the website or email Mr. Brunger.
• Attention Seniors looking for Volunteer Hours: Troy Intermediate is looking for seniors with 7^th/8^th period pass to volunteer to help tutor students in reading Monday-Thursday from 1:30-2:30 pm. Volunteers will work alongside one of our teachers to provide extra reading support and encouragement to students. If you are interested, please reach out to the principal at Troy – Mrs. Lengel @ 440-933-2701.
• Student Spotlights: Would you like to see your students’ achievements highlighted in the newsletter? If your student participates in an out-of-school activity and you would like their achievement highlighted in our newsletter, please email Amy Gannon at amy.gonnon@alcsoh.org. Be sure to include the name of the sport, organization, or activity, along with details of the accomplishment or award.

CLEARVIEW: 

• Words of Wisdom: Smart people believe only half of what they hear. Smarter people know which half to believe.
• Clipper Cup Scores: After Friday's pep rally here are the current standings: Sophomores in 4th place, Freshmen in 3rd place, and Juniors and Seniors are tied for 1st. Keep watching those emails from Mr. Ward for more chances to participate in the Clipper Cup!
• Track and Field Meeting: If you are interested in joining the track and field team, there will be a brief meeting on Wednesday, September 23^rd.

COLUMBIA:  

• Columbia Athletic Boosters: Columbia Athletic Boosters 2026 Fall Concession Stand Volunteer Sign Up is on our website. 
• Attention JVS Students: Columbia Homecoming pep rally is the Thursday, September 24^th. The bus leaves at 10am from JVS. Pep Rally is 10:45-11:10. The bus will leave CHS after the pep rally to take you back to the JVS.
• Copopa Family Math and Literacy Night Volunteers: This event will be at Red Wagon Farms on Tuesday, Oct. 20^th and a fun opportunity for students to earn community service hours.
• Homecoming: The Homecoming King and Queen Crowning will be on Friday, September 25^th at 6:25pm. The Varsity will play Brookside at 7pm and the dance will be on Saturday, the 26^th from 7:30-10pm. Homecoming Application is required for ALL students and must be approved prior to purchasing a ticket.  Requirements are that all fees are paid, 90% attendance rate, passing all classes in good standing. Out of district guests must have a second side of application completed and approved prior to purchasing a ticket.
• Leaders Club: Leaders Club will meet Monday, September 21^st during W.I.N. period in room 3
• D & D Club: Will meet Monday, September 21^st,  from 3-4:30 in the cafeteria.

ELYRIA

• Voter Registration Drive: If you are 18 or WILL BE 18 BY November 3, 2026. You can register to vote in Room 126 (Mrs. Runion) or online. You have until October 5^th to register to vote for the elections in November.
• Homecoming: Homecoming is October 10^th from 6pm-9pm in the EHS Dining Hall. Homecoming ticket sales will run from 9/17 through 10/7. Ticket prices are one for $15 or two for $25. You can purchase them with cash during your lunch periods or before/after school in the main office. If you are paying with a card, you can scan the QR code in the cafeteria or access the tickets through the athletics website. Out of district guests must have a guest form approved before their ticket can be purchased. Guest forms can be found in your team office starting on 9/21. Out of district guests will not be permitted to go in without a valid ID. Tickets will not be sold after Oct. 7^th.
• Community Foundation Lorain County Event: Community Foundation Lorain County presents “History in Black: A Lorain County Series”. Students interested can show their student ID for free admission.  See the flyer on our website.
• Yearbook Staff Meeting: The first Yearbook staff meeting will be Tuesday, September 22^nd right after school in Room 243. If you are interested in helping create the yearbook, please attend the meeting. Any questions, see Mr. Hammond.
• PSAT Test: On October 27^th, 2026, EHS will administer the PSAT test to any 10^th and 11^th graders that are interested. Class of 2028 students will be entered into the National Merit Scholarship Program and have an opportunity to earn a scholarship. Sign ups are on a first come, first serve basis. Any student interested in taking the test must sign up with the Team 2 Counselor, Ms. Jones in the Counseling Center by September 30^th, 2026.
• Chipotle Fundraiser Class of 2027: Help support the class of 2027 by eating at Chipotle on West River Road on Monday, September 21^st from 4-8pm/
• Prom Committee: Seniors, it’s time to make prom unforgettable! Want a say in the theme, decorations, music, and all the details that make prom one of the biggest nights of the year? Sign up for Prom Committee and help us create a night your class will never forget. See any senior class officer or there is a sign up sheet outside of room 217.
• Free Driving School: Driving to Succeed program awards scholarships for driving school to Lorain County residents that are between 151/2 and 20 years old, have temporary permit, and are a SNAP recipient – within last 12 months or Proof of County Custody. Go to your Class of Google Classroom for application information or see Ms. Belcher in room 106.
• Stress and Anger Management Group: Would you like support around learning healthy ways to manage strong emotions? How about building better communication skills and helping others hear you? Could you benefit from increased confidence and problem-solving skills? Beech Brook is starting a small counseling group during extended homeroom focused on Anger & Stress Management and would love your participation!  If you would like more information or are interested in joining, complete the form in google classroom or see your School Counselor.

FIRELANDS:

• Homecoming 2026: Homecoming 2026 is officially here, and it’s time to show out, Falcons! The weekend kicks off on Friday, September 25^th, as FHS takes on Clearview under the lights, so pack the stands and bring the energy. The excitement carries right into the next night for our “Around the World” Homecoming Dance on Saturday, September 26, from 7pm to 10pm at FHS. Tickets are $15 and will be available during lunch, so make sure you grab yours early. This year’s global theme sets up an epic class competition, with the Seniors representing Paris Night Juniors – Tokyo Lights, Sophomores, Italy, Freshmen – Brazil. If you are planning on bringing a guest from another school, remember that out-of-town guest forms are due by Monday, September 21^st – there are absolutely no exceptions for late forms, so get them turned in ASAP.
• Spirit Week: A huge shoutout to everyone who literally rolled out of bed and rocked their PJs today—you all look amazingly comfy!  If you're participating in Spirit Week and want to score those crucial spirit points, listen up! You need to scan the QR code in Mr. Hartsel's room and fill out the URL link posted on the wall to make sure your points get locked in. Let's keep this energy going all week long!
• HOCO Pep Rally: FHS, it’s time to bring the energy! This Friday is our first pep rally of the year, and we’re going all out to celebrate Homecoming. If you want to do more than just watch from the bleachers, now is your chance to get involved. Sign-ups for the Pep Rally Games are officially live in your grades Google Classroom. Head over there now to lock in your spot, represent your class, and help your grade take home the win!
• Falcon Pride Raffle: We will have this week’s Falcon PRIDE Raffle Friday! This year we will be having PRIDE Cart Raffles weekly. Don’t forget to enter the raffle by going to the PBIS Rewards app using Clever and use your points to enter. Just click on the raffle tab on the app and enter to win. You will have until 12:40 on Friday to enter to win! There will be one winner drawn from each grade level! If you have any questions, please email Mr. Taylor.

KEYSTONE

• National Honor Society: National Honor Society Applications are now available. Applications are due to Senorita Catanzarito by September 25^th at 2:30pm. See Seniorita with any questions.
• Homecoming: Homecoming tickets are on sale during lunch periods in the cafeteria and after school in the office on September 23^rd, 29^th, and 30^th. $15 presale, $20 at the door. Out of school guest forms must be turned in before you can purchase a ticket. Forms can be found in the office.
• Spanish Club: Interested in joining Spanish Club? We will be having our first Spanish club meeting on Thursday, September 24^th after school in Senorita’s room. All are welcome and you do not have to be in Spanish to attend. Please see Seniorita or Kylie Fife for more information.
• Environmental Club: The next environmental club meeting is Monday, September 21^st right after school in Ms. Szczepanik’s room, 228. Even if you didn’t come to the first meeting, we are still welcoming new members.
• BBQ Club: BBQ club chili cook off sign ups are on Google Classroom! See Ms. Heff if you need to be added to the Google Classroom. Competition takes place at Powder Puff.