Friday February 27, 2026
  • Attention 7th graders going to Washington DC. Your payment is due in the office today.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation.

  • Anyone interested in playing in the dodgeball tournament on March 6th should stop by the office to get a registration form. These forms and the entry fee are due today.

  • FFA breakfast tomorrow morning from 9-11 AM in the Commons.

  • Saturday School will be held in Mrs. York’s classroom.

  • Tonight and tomorrow night at 7 PM, come out and support our Drama club as they present two one act plays. The first is “Ghosts in the Machine:” What happens when seven teenagers start receiving odd texts that appear to come from each others’ phones. Will they be able to work together to reveal the truth? The second is “Wake-up Call:” Can Jim figure out what’s a dream and what’s reality in time to finish his paper? Can you?Tickets are only $5 and can be purchased at the door.

  • All current 8th through 11th grade students: Your Course Request Sheets are due today. Please make sure to get these turned into Mrs. Merickel.

  • 8th-11th grade girls interested in playing HS volleyball next year please stop by the office to pick up an open gym schedule.

  • High school softball practice for today will be held outside on the turf field from 3:30-5:30 PM

  • Wildcat Time meetings for today
    Arts Appreciation Club in the Media Center
    Environmental in Dr. Kellersmith’s classroom
    JH and HS Cheer in the Connector
Thursday February 26, 2026
  • The JH boys basketball film session will be today. Please meet in the Commons after school.

  • Attention 7th graders going to Washington DC. Your payment is due in the office on Friday.

  • National FFA spirit week week continues. Today is John Deere vs Kubota and tomorrow is FFA Friday so show your spirit by wearing FFA gear or blue and gold! As part of National FFA Week, the FFA is hosting a free community breakfast on Saturday, February 28th from 9-11 AM in the commons. Bring your family and enjoy a homemade breakfast prepared by FFA members!

  • Anyone interested in playing in the dodgeball tournament on March 6th should stop by the office to get a registration form. These forms and the entry fee are due back to the office tomorrow.

  • Drama Club dress rehearsal tonight.@ 7:00 PM

  • This Friday and Saturday at 7:00 PM, come out and support our Drama club as they present two one act plays. The first is “Ghosts in the Machine:” What happens when seven teenagers start receiving odd texts that appear to come from each others’ phones. Will they be able to work together to reveal the truth? The second is “Wake-up Call:” Can Jim figure out what’s a dream and what’s reality in time to finish his paper? Can you?Tickets are only $5 and can be purchased at the door.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation. Today is the last day to reserve a spot.

  • The Arts Appreciation Club will meet this Friday, February 27, during Wildcat Time in the Media Center. If you will not be able to attend, please see Mrs. McClurg for the information you will miss.

  • There will be a Wildcat Time meeting on Friday for anyone interested in trying out for JH and HS Cheer next year.

  • All current 8th through 11th grade students: Your Course Request Sheet is due tomorrow. Please make sure to get this completed, signed by a parent, and submitted. If you have questions about the sheet or need another copy, see Mrs. Merickel.
Wednesday February 25, 2026
  • Attention 7th graders going to Washington DC. Your payment is due in the office on Friday.

  • The JH boys basketball film session will now be tomorrow, February 26th from 3:15-4:45 PM. Drinks and pizza will be provided.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation. The last day to reserve a donation time is this Thursday February 26, if you need a permission form, be sure to get that turned in by then.

  • National FFA spirit week continues.Today is student vs. teachers, tomorrow is John Deere vs Kubota-wear green or orange and Friday is FFA Friday so show your spirit by wearing FFA gear or blue and gold! As part of National FFA Week, the FFA is hosting a free community breakfast on Saturday, February 28th from 9-11am in the commons. Bring your family and enjoy a homemade breakfast prepared by FFA members!

  • Anyone interested in playing in the dodgeball tournament on March 6th should stop by the office to get a registration form. These forms and the entry fee are due back to the office by this Friday.

  • This Friday and Saturday at 7pm, come out and support our Drama club as they present two one act plays. The first is “Ghosts in the Machine:” What happens when seven teenagers start receiving odd texts that appear to come from each others’ phones. Will they be able to work together to reveal the truth? The second is “Wake-up Call:” Can Jim figure out what’s a dream and what’s reality in time to finish his paper? Can you?Tickets are only $5 and can be purchased at the door.

  • The Arts Appreciation Club will meet this Friday, February 27, during Wildcat Time in the Media Center. If you will not be able to attend, please see Mrs. McClurg for the information you will miss.

  • Students going to the power lunch today please report to the Commons at this time.

  • Sports today:
    HS Girls Tournament @ Versailles vs. Tri-Village 6:00 PM
Tuesday February 24, 2026
  • Mr. Maier will be selling the leftover concession stand drinks and candy during JH & HS lunch. Please bring cash if you are interested.

  • Attention 7th graders going to Washington DC. Your payment is due in the office on Friday.

  • The JH boys basketball film session will now be Thursday, Feb 26 from 3:15-4:45 PM. Drinks and pizza will be provided.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation.The last day to reserve a donation time is this Thursday February 26, if you need a permission form, be sure to get that turned in by then.

  • This week is National FFA week and that means dress up days to celebrate! Today is stationed by the flag, tomorrow is student vs. teachers-students dress like teachers and teachers dress like students, Thursday is John Deere vs Kubota-wear green or orange and Friday is FFA Friday so show your spirit by wearing FFA gear or blue and gold! As part of National FFA Week, the FFA is hosting a free community breakfast on Saturday, February 28th from 9-11am in the commons. Bring your family and enjoy a homemade breakfast prepared by FFA members!

  • Anyone interested in playing in the dodgeball tournament on March 6th should stop by the office to get a registration form. These forms and the entry fee are due back to the office by this Friday.

  • Tuesday School will be in Mr. Brown’s classroom after school today.

  • This Friday and Saturday at 7pm, come out and support our Drama club as they present two one act plays. The first is “Ghosts in the Machine:” What happens when seven teenagers start receiving odd texts that appear to come from each others’ phones. Will they be able to work together to reveal the truth? The second is “Wake-up Call:” Can Jim figure out what’s a dream and what’s reality in time to finish his paper? Can you?

  • Tickets are only $5 and can be purchased at the door.

  • Juniors will take the ACT this morning.
Monday February 23, 2026
  • 2 hr delay bell schedule today.

  • Juniors that are taking the ACT please report to the Commons after the announcements.

  • The JH boys basketball film session will now be Thursday from 3:15-4:45 PM. Drinks and pizza will be provided.

  • Attention 7th graders going to Washington DC. Your payment is due in the office on Friday.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation.

  • This week is National FFA week and that means dress up days to celebrate! Today is sleepy farmer day. Tomorrow is stationed by the flag-wear red, white and blue, Wednesday is student vs teachers-students dress like teachers and teachers dress like students, Thursday is John Deere vs Kubota-wear green or orange and Friday is FFA Friday so show your spirit by wearing FFA gear or blue and gold! As part of National FFA Week, the FFA is hosting a free community breakfast on Saturday, February 28th from 9-11am in the commons. Bring your family and enjoy a homemade breakfast prepared by FFA members!

  • There will be a Dodgeball tournament held on March 6. For more information and to register your team please stop by the office.

  • Japanamania will not meet this week. Their next meeting is on March 9th.

  • This Friday and Saturday at 7:00 PM, come out and support our Drama club as they present two one act plays. The first is “Ghosts in the Machine:” What happens when seven teenagers start receiving odd texts that appear to come from each others’ phones. Will they be able to work together to reveal the truth? The second is “Wake-up Call:” Can Jim figure out what’s a dream and what’s reality in time to finish his paper? Can you? Tickets are only $5 and can be purchased at the door.

  • Bus 16 students will continue to wait in the Commons after school until further notice.

  • Dine to Donate @ Sidney Buffalo Wild Wings tonight from 4-9 PM.

  • HS Boys Tournament @ Troy vs. Tri-Village 7:30 PM
Friday February 20, 2026
  • 8th period study hall will report to Van Luvender’s room. Students assigned to the library should report there.

  • Roll the Dice will meet today from 3-5:30 PM.

  • Students this is a reminder that if you drive to school you must purchase a parking pass. Parking Passes are $5 and can be purchased from Mrs. Garber in the office.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation.

  • Next week is National FFA week and that means dress up days to celebrate! Monday is sleepy farmer day so wear your pajamas, Tuesday is stationed by the flag-wear red, white and blue, Wednesday is student vs teachers-students dress like teachers and teachers dress like students, Thursday is John Deere vs Kubota-wear green or orange and Friday is FFA Friday so show your spirit by wearing FFA gear or blue and gold!

  • Mr. Maier will be selling the leftover concession stand drinks and candy during JH & HS lunch on Monday and Tuesday. Please bring cash if you are interested.

  • WT meetings for today:
    Environmental- Dr.Kellersmith
    HS Volleyball in the HS gym

  • Saturday School will be held in Mr. Borcher’s classroom.

  • Saturday Sports:
    HS Girls tournament @ Versailles vs. Tri County North 5:00 PM

  • Juniors: please report to the commons on Monday, February 20th after morning announcements to complete your pre-ACT portions.

  • The JH boys basketball film session will now be Thursday, Feb 26 from 3:15-4:45 PM. Drinks and pizza will be provided.

  • In 2023, 53% of young drivers killed in crashes were not wearing a seat belt, and only 51-65% of teens reported using a seat belt. Thank you all for participating in the FCCLA seat belt check this morning, and here is your reminder to “be a smartie” and buckle up. It can save lives.
Wednesday February 18, 2026
  • Students this is a reminder that if you drive to school you must purchase a parking pass. Parking Passes are $5 and can be purchased from Mrs. Garber in the office.

  • Seniors: Please check your email for an important form from Mrs. York for the Yearbook to be filled out by next Friday.

  • There will be a JH boys basketball meeting in Mr. Barlage’s room tomorrow from 3:10-4:45 PM. Pizza and drinks will be provided.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation.

  • Congratulations to Malaiya Gross on placing 1st at the District Public Speaking contest last night! Malaiya will now advance to the state contest on March 7th.

  • Next week is National FFA week and that means dress up days to celebrate! Monday is sleepy farmer so wear your pajamas, Tuesday is stationed by the flag-wear red, white and blue, Wednesday is student vs teachers-students dress like teachers and teachers dress like students, Thursday is John Deere vs Kubota-wear green or orange and Friday is FFA Friday so show your spirit by wearing FFA gear or blue and gold!

  • As part of National FFA Week, the FFA is hosting a free community breakfast on Saturday, February 28th from 9:00 -11:00 AM in the commons. Bring your family and enjoy a homemade breakfast prepared by FFA members!

  • Drama Club-wake up rehearsal 3:30-6:00 PM.
Tuesday February 17, 2026
  • 2 hr ED bell schedule-Muse Machine Assembly @ 2:00 PM.

  • Students this is a reminder that if you drive to school you must purchase a parking pass. Parking Passes are $5 and can be purchased from Mrs. Garber in the office.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation.

  • Seniors: Please check your email for an important form from Mrs. York for the Yearbook to be filled out by next Friday.

  • Congratulations to this week’s Wildcat’s of the Week. These students have displayed our values of respect, success, and pride and are working to become the best version of themselves. Congratulations Coltynn Reineke and Tara Haverfield. Please come to the office following announcements.

  • Congratulations to Konner Pleiman and Corbin Dulin for placing 8th at the District Ag Power Diagnostics Contest last week.

  • Congratulations to Alexis West, Carter Sauvie, Danika Evans, Brennan Diehl, Briley Coleman-Welbaum, and Eliyah Hunter who competed in Solo & Ensemble on Saturday. They brought home 4 superior and 2 excellent ratings – way to go!

  • Bus 16 students need to wait in the Commons after school for the rest of the week.

  • There will be a prom planning meeting today afterschool in Mrs. Maier’s room for any junior who can attend.

  • Track conditioning starts today from 3:15-4:15 PM.

  • There will be a JH boys basketball meeting in Mr. Barlage’s room this Thursday from 3:10-4:45 PM. Pizza and drinks will be provided.

  • Tuesday School will be held in Mrs. Knouff’s classroom.

  • Drama Club-ghost rehearsal 3:30-6:00 PM

  • Junior High Baseball will have practice this evening from 7:30-9:00 PM in the Auxiliary Gym.
Friday February 13, 2026
  • Seniors: Please check your email for an important form from Mrs. York for the Yearbook to be filled out by next Friday.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation.

  • Sports today:
    HS Boys @ Botkins 6:00 PM

  • Saturday activities:
    JH Solo and Ensemble @ Arcanum
    HS Girls @ New Bremen 11:00 AM
    HS Boys vs. Franklin Monroe (Senior Night) 6:00 PM

  • No school on Monday-Have a great weekend!
Thursday February 12, 2026
  • Mrs. McClurg’s 3rd period class please report to Ms. Kepler’s classroom today.

  • Parent Teacher Conferences today from 4-7:30 PM. Adjusted bell schedule.

  • Any 8th through 11th grade students who are interested in potentially earning college credits while in high school through the CCP program must attend the required meeting. The meeting is tonight. New CCP students will meet at 6:30 PM, and returning CCP students will meet at 7:00 PM. Both meetings will be held in the Commons. You and a parent must be there. Please stop by or email Mrs. Merickel with any questions.

  • High School students: The Spring Blood Drive is coming up next month! If you will be sixteen years or older by the drive date of March 5th, you can sign up to donate. All sign ups will be done with Mrs. Merickel, so stop by her office or email her to reserve your spot! Every donation is important and is a selfless way to help others. And, remember, if you donate three times during high school you will earn your Red Cord to wear at graduation.

  • Seniors: Please check your email for an important form from Mrs. York for the Yearbook to be filled out by next Friday.