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.

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.

Visitors: Today, the following employers will be in the building who work closely with our programs and career pathways. These profession

STRIVE: There is a STRIVE meeting today 11^th period in Lecture B. Passes were placed in instructor’s mailboxes.

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

Tours:  Tomorrow, 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.

• EcoLeague Community Cleanup: On October 24^th from 10-11:15 am, there will be a community clean up at the green space across from Ghost Tree. Everybody is welcome and just needs to show up willing to lend a helping hand.

AVON:

• Join Unified Sports: All juniors and seniors interested in joining Unified Sports, please fill out the form in your “Class of” google classroom.
• 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.
• Concerts: There are so many upcoming concerts to please make sure to come out and support! On October 20^th there will be the AHS band concert, on October 21^st will be the AHS orchestra concert, and on October 22^nd will be the AHS choir concert.

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.
• 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 TODAY in room 114. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Walter or Ms. Wild
• Sophomore Class Officer Meeting: There will be a class officers meeting on Wednesday, October 21^st right after school. It will be done by 3:30, so please arrange your rides accordingly. Please check your email for more details.
• Girls Basketball: Girls basketball will be TODAY from 3pm -5pm at Durling.

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.
• Fall Fest: There will be the fall fest trunk or treat on October 17^th. The doors will open at 5pm and the band performance will be at 6pm. Following the performance, there will be a costume parade trunk or treat. There will be raffle baskets, music, petting zoo, face painting, and so much more fun! Along with that there will be many food trucks including the Jones Bones BBQ, Franks N Shakes, Original Steaks and Hoagies, DonutNV, and Island Ice. Please come and join in on the fun!
• Bowling: There will be a informational bowling meeting on Tuesday, October 20^th in room 19 (Mr. Durante’s room) from 2:50 to 3:05 pm

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.
• 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.
• 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: Many celebrities have Down Syndrome, including actors like Chris Burke & Jamie Brewer, model Madeline Stuart, & Special Olympics athlete Frank Stephens.
• 1^st Annual Face Race: Support the Sophomore Class this Friday night at the home football game by participating in the 1^st Annual Face Race. You can join the action by purchasing raffle tickets to guess whether Mr. Von Gunten, Ms. KIeener, or Mr. Taylor will cross the finish line first. Tickets are $1 each or $5 for a bundle of 10, and each purchase enters you for a chance to win a Firelands Spirit Gift Pack valued at $100. Tickets will be available during school lunch periods this Thursday and Friday, as well as at the game until the end of halftime. All proceeds directly support Sophomore Class activities, so bring your friends, show your Falcon pride, and help support a great cause.
• 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

• 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!