Keystone High School

The last date for Parent Teacher Conferences at KHS is from 3:00-6:00 pm on Thursday, February 26th. If you would like to schedule a parent teacher conference, please click this LINK and follow the instructions provided. We look forward to meeting with you to discuss how we can best support your student!

There will be an informational parent meeting on February 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM for any student interested in attending the KHS trip to Spain June 7-15 2027. The meeting will take place in KHS room 124. Please contact Senorita Catanzarito with any questions.

Here is the link to the Trip Site!

There will be no school for freshmen, sophomores and seniors on this day. ALL JUNIORS will report to school at 8:10 AM to take their SAT Test. ALL JUNIORS will take this test free of charge. More details about this day will be shared very soon. This LETTER was emailed to all parents and guardians on Monday, February 2nd. Please contact the main office with any questions you may have.

Congratulations to Emory Fedor, Jasmine Bednarski and Bailie Yost on wonderful careers at KHS! We are proud of you and wish you the best in your futures!

KHS would like to congratulate Justin Rounds on his LC8 Championship last weekend! We look forward to following Justin in the tournament!

KHS would like to congratulate Mady on another accomplishment this season! She has broken the single season three point record for Lorain County! Her Record of 87 three pointers (and counting) broke the record of 86 which has stood since the 2014-2025 season.

KHS would like to congratulate the Boys Basketball team for winning the LC8 championship this season! They had a huge win vs. rival, Brookside this past Friday. We look forward to watching their tournament run this postseason!

This lesson reintroduces R5, Make a Positive Difference with Others. By helping mentees understand that their responses (E+R=O) impact those around them and that they can intentionally choose actions that improve school culture. Through activities like the Ripple Effect, small-group scenarios, and discussion of words, actions, and attitude alignment, students reflect on how to use their “20 Square Feet” to positively influence others. The lesson concludes with personal reflection and a weekly challenge encouraging mentees to intentionally make a difference in someone’s day.

The annual Senior vs. Faculty game will be held in the KHS gymnasium on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 6 pm. We will have grade-level teams for students and building-level teams for staff members.

Please fill out the Google Form (STUDENTS) if you are interested in playing. Student players will need to purchase a T-shirt (approx. $15) but won't have to pay to get into the game.

This year, we will be adding a Senior vs. Parents game. More information will be provided to parents later this week!

STUDENTS, please fill out THIS FORM by March 4 if you are interested in playing.

Career Lunches: Career lunches give students the opportunity to meet with professionals in the fields they are interested in! These info sessions take place during our 5c period and are open for all KHS students to attend. Upcoming Sessions:

• Wednesday, March 18th- Careers in Education with Mrs. Clarico and Mrs. Sturgill

• Wednesday, April 8th- Careers in Architecture with Mrs. Jennifer Hoops

Keystone Connections - During Keystone Connections, we offer a variety of opportunities for students to learn and engage in various topics. Here is a list of upcoming Keystone Connections Labs.

• Thursday, February 26th - OhioMeansJobs Lab

Senior Updates- Don’t forget to visit the Senior HUB for a breakdown of the senior events throughout the school year!

• Seniors will vote on their Class Song the week of 2/23-2/27

• Senior PARENTS: You have an opportunity to challenge your senior head to head in the *NEW* Parents v. Seniors game on March 19th. We hope to see you there!

Local Scholarships

• Seniors - KEEP scholarships can be applied to through the Community Foundation of Lorain County application. This single application will also apply you for any eligible scholarships through the Community Foundation. The deadline for this application is March 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Make sure to read the KHS Local Scholarship Instructions thoroughly as it will answer most of your questions. If you have any questions, see Mrs. Gregory or me.

Keystone High School Prom will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Market Square at Crocker Park. Doors open at 6:00 PM, dinner is at 7:00, and the dance will end at 11:00 PM. Tickets are $65 and will be sold Monday, March 16 through Wednesday, April 8, from 2:30–3:00 PM in Room 210. A completed GUEST FORM is required at the time of purchase for ANY NON KHS STUDENT, and seating is first come, first served. JVS students can pick up guest forms in the JVS Main Office. Mrs. Hartman will be at JVS during lunch on Wednesday, March 18th and Wednesday, April 1st for ticket sales. No guests over 19, all students must arrive by 7:30, and early departures before 8:30 require parent permission.

If any students are interested in a summer job, Katie Smith, the Executive Assistant to the CEO of SpaceBound, is interested in hiring sophomore or junior students. The job would be three days per week, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays. The role would involve assisting with general office needs such as copying, laminating, general cleaning, stocking and organizing. If interested, please contact Katie directly at 440-355-8008 x128 or KSmith@SpaceBound.com

We will be operating under an alternative bell schedules for state testing days this spring. There will be NO Connections on testing days and all students who are testing will need to be at school at 7:25 AM for their tests! Bell schedules will be shared soon. Here is the schedule for KHS testing:

April 16 - ELA II Part I

April 17 - ELA II Part II

April 23 - American History & Government (Both Parts)

April 30 - Algebra I & Geometry Part I

May 1 - Algebra I & Geometry Part II

May 5 - Biology (Both Parts)

Are you a senior or do you have a student who is a senior? There is a lot going on and so many dates to remember! Thanks to our wonderful counselors, there is a one stop shop for everything seniors need to know! Take a look at the Senior Hub!

2/26/26 - Last round of Parent Teacher Conferences (3-6PM)

3/3/26 - SAT Test for all Juniors - No School for freshmen, sophomores and seniors

3/19/26 - Senior/Faculty Game 6PM

3/20/26 - End of Quarter 3

3/23 - 3/27 - Spring Break

4/3/26 - No School - Good Friday

4/6/26 - No School - Easter Monday

4/16 & 4/17 - ELA II State Testing

4/23/26 - American History & Government State Testing

4/25/26 - Prom

4/30 & 5/1 - Algebra I and Geometry State Testing

5/5/26 - Biology State Testing

5/29/26 - Commencement

Wildcat Proud!

DJ Shaw
Principal
Keystone High School