Tuesday October 13, 2026
  • Edison State Community College is offering their annual STEMM Expo in November. Any 7th, 8th, or 9th grade students who are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or Medicine are invited to attend. You must email Mrs. Merickel to request the registration link. Registration spots are limited, so please reach out today!

  • Shortages of blood happen during the summer months and the winter holidays. Spanish Circle welcomes you to help with those shortages. The Blood Center that we are helping to stock is located in Dayton, Ohio and was started in 1964. See Mrs. Chappie today to sign up for a donation time.

  • The Houston Junior High Student Council invites all our 7th and 8th grade students to the 2026 Junior High Dance: Harvest Moondance
    Date: Friday October 16
    Time: 7:00-8:30 PM
    Cost: Tickets are $3 at the door

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

  • Cross country ran in Anna this weekend. We set 5 new PR’s. Congrats to Brennan, Nate, Jayden, paisley, and Lyla. Top runners were Jayden, Ava, Emma, and Zach.

  • We would congratulate Laney White for an outstanding performance at the OHSAA Division II Girls State Golf Tournament this past Sunday and Monday at Firestone Country Club in Akron. Laney completed her two rounds with a combined score of 14-over par, finishing tied for 10th place in the state of Ohio! Her performance earned her Second Team All-Ohio honors, an incredible accomplishment and one that places her among the top Division II golfers in the state. Again, congratulations, Laney, on an outstanding season and an incredible finish at the state tournament! We are all extremely proud of you and everything you have accomplished. Way to represent the Wildcats!

  • Sports today:
    JH Volleyball vs. Anna 5:00 PM
    HS Volleyball vs. Anna 5:30 PM

Monday October 12, 2026
  • Chicken Dinner sales end today. Please return any unsold tickets and money to Mrs. Mertz or Mrs. Maier today.

  • Edison State Community College is offering their annual STEMM Expo in November. Any 7th, 8th, or 9th grade students who are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or Medicine are invited to attend. You must email Mrs. Merickel to request the registration link. Registration spots are limited, so please reach out today!

  • The Houston Junior High Student Council invites all our 7th and 8th grade students to the 2026 Junior High Dance: Harvest Moondance
    Date: Friday October 16
    Time: 7:00-8:30 PM
    Cost: Tickets are $3 at the door

  • Academia match tonight @ Lehman 7:00 PM

  • Congratulations to this week’s Wildcats of the Week. This student has displayed our values of respect, success, and pride and are working to become the best version of themself. Congratulations Amelia Millhouse. Please come to the office following announcements.
Friday October 9, 2026
  • Attention HHS Students, would you like to help save lives? Spanish Circle will be holding a Blood Drive on October 29th in the HS Gym and we need your help. We invite students and staff who are 17 and older or 16 years old with a permission slip to participate in the Houston High School Fall Blood Drive. Please see Mrs. Chappie to sign up.

  • Students who want to join the Arts Appreciation Club: membership forms and dues need to be submitted today.

  • Juniors: Chicken dinner ticket sales end Monday, October 12th. Please return all money for sold tickets and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Maier or Mrs. Mertz by 3:00 Monday. You may also request additional tickets if you need more.

  • The Houston Junior High Student Council invites all our 7th and 8th grade students to the 2026 Junior High Dance on Friday October 16th from 7-8:30 PM. Tickets are $3.

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

  • Saturday Sports:
    CC @ Anna 10:00 AM
    HS Volleyball vs. Franklin Monroe 10:00 AM
    JH Volleyball vs. Minster 10:00 AM

  • Good luck to Laney White as she represents the Houston Wildcats at the OHSAA Division II State Golf Tournament on Sunday and Monday afternoon. We are proud of Laney and the dedication, hard work, and determination she has shown throughout the season. The entire Wildcat family wishes her the very best as she competes at the state tournament—go Wildcats!
Thursday October 8, 2026
  • Students who want to join the Arts Appreciation Club: membership forms and dues need to be submitted by Friday, October 9th. If you need a paper form, see Mrs. McClurg. To register online, check your email for the registration link.

  • Juniors: Chicken dinner ticket sales end Monday, October 12th. Please return all money for sold tickets and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Maier or Mrs. Mertz by 3:00 PM Monday. You may also request additional tickets if you need more.

  • The Spanish Circle bonfire is tonight from 6-8 PM

  • The Houston Junior High Student Council invites all our 7th and 8th grade students to the 2026 Junior High Dance: Harvest Moondance on Friday October 16. Time: 7:00-8:30 PM. Tickets are $3 at the door.
Wednesday October 7, 2026
  • The Houston Junior High Student Council invites all our 7th and 8th grade students to the 2026 Junior High Dance: Harvest Moondance
    Date: Friday October 16
    Time: 7:00-8:30 PM
    Cost: Tickets are $3 at the door

  • Students who want to join the Arts Appreciation Club: membership forms and dues need to be submitted by Friday, October 9th. If you need a paper form, see Mrs. McClurg. To register online, check your email for the registration link.

  • Juniors: Chicken dinner ticket sales end Monday, October 12th. Please return all money for sold tickets and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Maier or Mrs. Mertz by 3:00 PM Monday. You may also request additional tickets if you need more.
Tuesday October 6, 2026
  • Juniors: Chicken dinner ticket sales end Monday, October 12th. Please return all money for sold tickets and any unsold tickets to Mrs. Maier or Mrs. Mertz by 3:00 Monday. You may also request additional tickets if you need more.

  • Students who want to join the Arts Appreciation Club: membership forms and dues need to be submitted by Friday, October 9. If you need a paper form, see Mrs. McClurg. To register online, check your email for the registration link.

  • Tuesday school will be held in Mr. Fledderjohann’s classroom

  • The Chess Club will meet today after school in Mrs. Vondenhuevel’s room.

  • Juniors and Seniors who are going on the Wright State trip tomorrow, be sure to be here on time and wear comfortable shoes. Also, do not forget to bring payment for your lunch. See Mrs. Merickel with any questions.

  • Congratulations to Houston’s Academia Team for defeating Fort Loramie and Botkins last night. Way to go CATS!

  • Congratulations to the JV volleyball team for their win over Newton!

  • Sports today:
    JH Volleyball @ Ft. Loramie 5:00 PM
    HS Volleyball @ Ft. Loramie 5:30 PM
Monday October 5, 2026
  • The Student Council held their officer elections on Friday. Here are this year’s officers:
    President: Kaia Kellersmith
    Vice-President: Zoey Kinsella
    Secretary: Teagan Rauch
    Treasurer: Kelseigh Hughes

  • The Student Council is excited to present Harvest Moondance for our Junior High Students on Friday October 16th. Tickets for the dance are $3 apiece, payable at the door. The dance will be from 7:00-8:30 PM. We hope to see all our 7th and 8th grade students there!

  • Students who want to join the Arts Appreciation Club: membership forms and dues need to be submitted by Friday, October 9. If you need a paper form, see Mrs. McClurg. To register online, check your email for the registration link.

  • The Chess Club will meet Tuesday after school in Mrs. Vondenhuevel’s room.

  • Wildcat Time meetings for today:
    NHS in the Media Center

  • The cross-country team competed at Botkins this weekend. We had 7 PR’s and 3 other season best times. The high school girls finished seventh with top finisher being Ava Mowery the high school Boys top finisher was Johnathon Young. The junior high top finishers were Tiffanie Pleiman and Zack Stephenson

  • Sports today:
    HS Volleyball vs. Newton 5:30 PM
Friday October 2, 2026
  • PAJHS Inductions will begin this morning at 8:15 AM.

  • Dr. K’s 3rd period go to study hall in the Media Center

  • Dr. K’s 4th period go to Mr. Borchers’ room

  • Dr. K’s WT go to Mr. Barlage’s room

  • Yearbook applications are due to Mrs. York today. Please make sure you deliver them today.

  • Any Freshman or Senior who didn’t meet with Jostens please stop by the office for a packet. Cap and Gown orders are due by October 13th. Class Ring orders by Oct. 6th and Letterman Jackets orders by Oct. 16th.

  • Tonight is the annual FFA Fall Fest from 5-8 PM in the back parking lot. Back again this year is the corn hole tournament. Sign up for this event by the end of the day today for $5 a team of 2. Those interested can sign up with Mrs. Garber in the office.

  • The FFA will be hosting a flag football game free to grades 7-12 this Friday during Fall Fest. Each grade level can sign up with 7-15 players in the office with Mrs. Garber. All grades levels planning to play need to be signed up by noon today.

  • Wildcat Time meetings for today:
    Student Council in the  Media Center

  • Seniors in the National Honor Society, our next meeting is Monday October 5th during Wildcat Time. We are finalizing plans for our Induction Ceremony, so please ensure you are here for this important meeting.

  • Saturday sports:
    Cross Country @ Botkins 10:00 AM

  • Saturday School will be held tomorrow morning in Mrs. Vondenhuevel’s classroom.

  • Sunday Activities:
    The HS Band will perform at the Minster Oktoberfest parade at 2:00 PM. Please vote Houston as the #1 band during the parade!
Thursday October 1, 2026
  • Juniors: There’s only 11 days left to sell Chicken Dinners. Please see Mrs. Mertz or Mrs. Maier for additional tickets or to turn in your money.

  • Any Freshman or Senior who didn’t meet with Jostens please stop by the office for a packet. Cap and Gown orders are due by October 13th. Class Ring orders by October 6th and Letterman Jackets orders by October 16th.

  • Student Council members: our next meeting is Friday during Wildcat Time. We will elect officers and decide the Junior High Dance theme.

  • Seniors in the National Honor Society, our next meeting is Monday October 5th during Wildcat Time. We are finalizing plans for our Induction Ceremony, so please ensure you are here for this important meeting.

  • This Friday is the annual FFA Fall Fest from 5-8 PM in the back parking lot. Back again this year is the corn hole tournament. Sign up for this event throughout the week with the cost of $5 a team of 2. Those interested can sign up with Mrs. Garber in the office.

  • The FFA will be hosting a flag football game free to grades 7-12 this Friday during Fall Fest. Each grade level can sign up with 7-15 players in the office with Mrs. Garber. All grades levels planning to play need to be signed up by noon on Friday.

  • Congratulations to Laney White on an incredible performance at the Southwest District Division II golf tournament yesterday. Laney finished third overall scoring an 81 for her 18 holes. Laney was one of only two individuals to move on after the District Tournament to the OHSAA State Tournament that will be held in Akron at Firestone Country Club.

  • Sports today:
    JH Volleyball vs. Russia 5:00 PM
    HS Volleyball vs. Russia 5:30 PM
Wednesday September 30, 2026
  • This Friday is the annual FFA Fall Fest from 5-8 PM in the back parking lot. Back again this year is the corn hole tournament. Sign up for this event throughout the week with the cost of $5 a team of 2. Those interested can sign up with Mrs. Garber in the office.

  • Who likes flag football? FFA will be hosting a flag football game free to grades 7-12 this Friday during Fall Fest. Each grade level can sign up with 7-15 players in the office with Mrs. Garber. All grades levels planning to play need to be signed up by noon on Friday

  • Dr. Kellersmith’s 3rd period class will report to study hall today in the Media Center.

  • Dr. Kellersmith’s 6th period class will go to Mr. Fledderjohann’s classroom today.

  • Goodluck to Laney White as she competes in the District Golf Tournament today at Heatherwoode Golf Course in Springboro.