LCJVS Announcements:

Here are few daily announcements to share:

Wednesday Wellness Quote: It is better to be yourself and have no friends than to be liked by your friends and have no self.

Career Fair: All students Attending the Career Fair at the Fairground Expo Center should report to Quarry Room A to meet Mr. Keller by 7:45am.

9^th and 10^th Grades: Any 9^th or 10^th grader that job shadowed, your completed packets need to be turned in this week completely filled out and a signature on the last page. Turn into Mrs. Balog or your lab instructor. Any packet that’s not turned in completed and signed could make you not eligible for the next job shadow day.

CTE Student Advisory Meeting: CTE Student Advisory meeting will be today 2^nd period in the MAC Room. Passes were placed in instructor mailboxes.

SAVE Our Children: Save our Children will be meeting today at noon in Lecture Room B. Passes were placed in instructors mailboxes. 

Bakery Café: The Bakery will be open this week on Wednesday and Thursday from 10:15 – 12:30. Please go to the Website for links to the menu and t order.

Tours: Friday, October 16^th there will be 95 Columbia 8^th graders touring during afternoon labs with our student guides.

College Now Greater Cleveland: College Now will be here at the JVS in Student Services. If you are interested, please stop in and see Mrs. West to make an appointment.

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:

• Fall Sports Senior Nights: Fall Senior Nights are here! Join us as we recognize and celebrate the dedication, accomplishments and Comet Pride of our senior student athletes, cheerleaders and band members. Come fill the stands, cheer them on and help make these special evenings memorable.  Girls Soccer is Oct. 7^th, Boys Soccer is October 12^th, Cross Country is October 13^th, Volleyball is October 15^th, Football, Cheer, Band & Golf is October 16^th. Mark your calendars and come out to support our seniors as they represent Marion L. Steele High School one more time! Go Comets!
• State Bound: Congratulations to the Amherst Marching Comets on earning a Superior Rating at Bowling Green this past weekend! This outstanding achievement qualified the band for the State Marching Band Finals on October 31^st. We are incredibly proud of our talented student musicians, directors and staff for their hard work and dedication. Way to represent Amherst! Go Marching Comets!
• 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 is necessary; everyone is welcome! See Mr. DiFranco in Room 4 for more information.
• 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:
• 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.

AVON:

• Join Unified Sports: All juniors and seniors interested in joining Unified Sports, please fill out the form in your “Class of” google classroom.
• Support AHS and AMS as Field of Hope Schools: Purchase an original piece of art made by AMS and ASH students at the home varsity game on October 9^th – Gold Rush. The price point is $8 - $20 and all proceeds will go directly to Prayers from Maria! Avon High School and Middle School have been designated as Field of Hope Schools for the 2026-27 school year. The game is a gold rush. Materials were purchased through a donation from Avon’s VFW 7035 – we appreciate their collaboration with our Eagles. Thank you for your support!
• It’s SOUPer Bowl Time: Preparations for the 2026 SOUPer Bowl have begun! Help Avon “Beat Lake” by making a monetary donation or bringing non-perishable goods to one of the multiple drop-off locations. The winner will be announced at the Avon vs Lake game on October 16^th at the Lake. To donate, you can use the QR code or go to the link on our Website. All funding and non-perishable goods go to Community Resource Services (CRS), an organization that supports families in Avon and Avon Lake.
• Fall Concerts: October 20^th is the AHS Band Concert, October 21^st is the AHS Orchestra Concert, October 22^nd, is the AHS Choir Concert, October 27^th is the Monster Mash (Jazz Band), November 4^th Fusion.
• Attention Seniors: Make sure you take the time to schedule your individual senior meeting with your counselor. Please login to your class of 2027 Google Classroom and sign up for a meeting. Keep checking your Google Classroom and the Counselor’s Weekly Newsletter to stay up-to-date on all senior information.

AVON LAKE:

• 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: Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.
• Student Council: Attention Student Council members…We will be having a meeting TODAY right after school in room 115. Please bring some art supplies and your creativity. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Walter or Ms. Wild.
• Attention Seniors: Mrs. Jackson in the Guidance Office sent out emails to you to sign up for Parchment. This is the only way you will be able to get your transcripts sent to a school, employer or even yourself. Please get this done ASAP.
• ASVAB Sign-Up: If you are interested in taking the ASVAB exam on October 27^th, please sign up in the counseling office or email your school counselor.
• Student Council: Attention Student Council members… We will be having a meeting right after school TOMMORROW in room 114. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Walter or Ms. Wild

COLUMBIA:  

• 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.
• Softball: Attention Girls interested in playing Softball in the Spring. Open cages are every Sunday from 11:30-12:30 at the High School. This will continue for approximately 6 weeks (weather permitting).
• CCP Students: Are you taking second semester classes from LCCC? Stop in and see Mrs. Crow to set an appointment to schedule your classes.
• Literature Club: Literature Club will meeting Wednesday, Oct. 14^th in Room 7, right after school.
• Attention Bowlers: There will be a quick informational meeting on October 20^th in room 19 at 2:50.

ELYRIA

• Senior Class Poet: Calling all seniors! If you’ve got a way with words, a creative side, or just want to make your mark, come to the meeting on Monday, October 19^th after school in room 109 to learn more about becoming the Senior Class Poet! See your English teacher for more details.
• Seniors: Please see Class of 2027 Google Classroom for information about and to sign up for Senior Pictures. Sign ups will end on October 23^rd.
• Ohio Youth Alive: Salt and Light is Elyria’s Ohio Youth Alive Club with the mission of finding light in a dark place through God. We will be having our meeting in room 224 on Tuesday, October 6^th after school. We hope to see you there!
• H(AI)ckathone: This year, the TECH CORPS Hackathon means more than code. This is your chance to explore create, pitch, and WIN! See the QR code on the website for more details.
• Choir Chipotle Fundraiser: The Choir Department will be having a Chipotle fundraiser on Wednesday, Oct. 14^th from 4pm-8pm. Please show your support and mention the EHS Choir Department when you purchase your meal.
• College Now Impact Program: Winter impact! Registration is now open. Interested in preparing for college and exploring future career options? Join this 10-week program featuring ACT/SAT prep, college exploration, and career readiness activities! Must be 15 years old by the start of the program. Earn a $400 stipend by completing 90 program hours. Meets Monday, through Thursday. No sessions during Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break. All sessions will be virtual. Any questions stop by room 214 and see Ms. Battle.
• College Now Fridays: Attention Seniors! Need help with your college application or job application? What about scholarships or your FAFSA? College Now and your school counselors are here to help! Sign up to attend our drop-in Fridays during your lunch period to help answer any questions you may have. Drop-in Fridays will be happening until Christmas break. See your Class of 2027 Google Classroom for the sign-up form and the many college application and scholarship resources.

FIRELANDS:

• Fall Senior Night: This year’s Senior Night will be held on Friday, Oct. 16^th to celebrate our graduating seniors in Athletics, Athletic Training & Marching Band. Please log into your Google Classroom ASAP to fill out the required information. Every senior involved in these sports and activities must complete this form, even if you do not plan to participate in the ceremony itself. Thank you for your prompt cooperation, and congratulations on your upcoming senior night!
• Down Syndrome Awareness Month: People with Down Syndrome have abilities and talents. Some may need more in certain areas, but they can learn, work and live independently.
• Academic Challenge: Attention students who enjoy trivia, competition, and learning new things! The Academic Challenge team may be for you! Academic Challenge is a team competition where students answer questions about a variety of topics. You don’t have to know everything! The team needs students with different interests and strengths. You may be surprised by how much you already know. Come to learn more about the High School Academic Challenge Team on Thursday, October 15^th at 2:45 in Room A214. If you are unable to attend, but are interested in more information, stop by and talk with Mrs. Miller.
• Falcon PRIDE Raffle: We will have this week’s Falcon PRIDE Raffle on 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

• Drama Club: There will be a Drama Club meeting on Wednesday at 1:30 PM in room 107. This is an early release day.
• FCCLA: FCCLA is hosting Family Fall Fest on Saturday, October 17^th from 1-3pm. Free entry, carnival style games, and vendors will be there with drinks and sweet treats. If you have any questions or want more information, see Ms. Heff or Kendal Crabeels. Check out our Keystone FCCLA Instagram for additional information.
• Youth 4 Youth: If you are interested in joining Youth 4 Youth this year, applications will be in the office this week! Make sure you get a teacher’s recommendation on the back and finished applications can be dropped off in Room 119 to Miss Dove. Youth 4 Youth is a student driven club that focuses on school and community projects. All ideas are welcome. If you have any questions, see Miss Dove.  
• BBQ Club: Members please stop by Ms. Heff’s room to pick up a fundraising form ASAP. Forms and payment are due October 30^th.
• ID Cards: Stop by the study hall room – during class change or when you are scheduled to be in there – to pick up your student ID card. Mrs. Domec will not give your card to your friends. You must pick it up!