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Moments That Matter: A Busy Season Ahead

It is hard to believe we are already nearing the end of the third nine-week grading period. Time seems to move especially quickly this time of year, and our schools are entering a season filled with meaningful milestones and opportunities to celebrate our students.

Across the district, we look forward to several fine arts events that highlight the creativity and talent of our students. Our community can anticipate upcoming performances such as the High School Variety Show and the Band Pulled Pork Fundraiser, as well as musical productions at both the elementary and high school levels. These events reflect the dedication of our students and staff and provide wonderful opportunities for families to come together in support of the arts.

As spring approaches, we will also begin celebrating important transitions. Before we know it, our middle school and high school graduation ceremonies will be here. We are proud of our graduates as they prepare for their next steps—whether they move on to further enrollment in education, enlistment in service, or employment in the workforce.

In addition, our elementary school will host its annual Literacy Night on March 19th with the theme Reading is Super, an event that promotes a love of reading and learning for our youngest students and their families. At the high school, the Academic Awards Program will recognize students for their hard work and academic achievements throughout the year.

Thank you to our students, families, and staff for making this such a vibrant and meaningful time in our schools. We look forward to celebrating these moments together as we close out the grading period and continue the journey toward the end of the school year making Every Moment Matter!

Hello Hero Offers Support to Elementary Students

We are excited to share that St. Clairsville Elementary School has partnered with HelloHero to provide on campus wellness support for all students. HelloHero provides students with skills and support to thrive both in and out of the classroom. Services provided include wellness circles (small group sessions), individualized sessions, and family support. Submit your consent to contact you at https://hellohero.typeform.com/to/SwcHp59I and a member of HelloHero will reach out to you.

Congratulations to Our Queen!

We had an incredible time at our Queen of Queens Pageant on February 24th! The evening was filled with singing, dancing, and talent from all of our participants which included Brynlee Newton, Taylor Tucker, Alexa Plumby and McKenna Everson. Congratulations to our Queen Alexa Plumby and runner up Brynlee Newton and thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success!

Dinner & Entertainment

Come out and join us for dinner and a show sponsored by our award winning Red Devil Marching Band. The St C Band Performer's Showcase and Pulled Pork Dinner Fundraiser will take place on Thursday, March 19th from 4:30pm - 8pm. Tickets can be purchased from a band member or at the door. Come out for an enjoyable evening!

Students Place at DECA Career Development Conference

Senior Ambia Adams and freshman Aubree Crum have advanced to the Ohio DECA Career Development Conference (CDC), which will take place on February 24–25, 2026. These students placed 2nd at the district level, securing their spot at state. This is a significant accomplishment and reflects the students' hard work, professionalism, and commitment to developing college- and career-ready skills. We are very proud of their achievement and look forward to supporting them at this next level of competition. Good luck!

B-WISER Science Camp for Girls

The College of Wooster’s is hosting a B-WISER Science Camp for teen girls. Buckeye Women in Science, Engineering, and Research (B-WISER) is a non-profit that began in 1990 and is designed for girls who will be completing grades 7-10. Partnering with the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation, B-WISER camp provides hands-on experience in physics, chemistry, geology, biology, engineering, plus a variety of advanced topics. The residential program takes place on The College of Wooster campus from June 15-20, 2026. Please check out the flyer below!

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Mark Your Calendar

March 1st - Open Enrollment Begins
March 8th - Spring Forward - Don't forget to change your clocks!
March 11th - Board of Education Meeting - 5pm
March 11th - Winter Sports Banquet - 6pm
March 15th - National Honor Society Induction - 2pm
March 16th & 17th - HS Variety Show
March 19th - St C Band Pulled Pork Dinner Fundraiser - 4:30pm - 8pm
March 19th - Elementary School Literacy Night - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
March 27th - 29th - Celebration of the Arts - Ohio Valley Mall

ChickQuest Brings STEM to Life

Our 7th grade science teacher, Mrs. Florence, recently attended the ChickQuest professional development workshop at The Ohio State University. ChickQuest is a Science Alive 4-H enrichment program that uses hands-on, STEM-based lessons to explore the life cycle of chickens. Students will observe egg development and participate in the hatching process this spring, with eggs set in April and chicks expected to hatch in May. The workshop also provided over $450 in classroom materials, including an incubator and hatching supplies.

Fluency in Focus

An engaging fluency lesson in action! Students practiced both choral and individual reading to strengthen accuracy, confidence, and expression. Great work building strong readers!

Kiene Earns Runner Up at District Spelling Bee

So proud of our middle school students who represented our district at the spelling bee! Liam Capers placed 7th out of 18 competitors, Mason Kiene finished as the runner-up—amazing work!

McLean Selected as OVAC All Star Football Coach

Congratulations to Brett McLean for being selected as Ohio's coach for the OVAC All-Star Football game. Coach McLean and his coaching staff will prepare players from various schools for the game held on July 18, 2026. Congrats Coach McLean and his coaching staff!

OVAC Champions - 18 Years Strong!

18 years in a row! Our Varsity Red Devil Cheerleaders brought the energy, precision, and heart to earn the OVAC Traditional title once again. So proud of this hardworking team and their coaches for continuing this amazing tradition of excellence!

Shining Bright in Our School Community

Mrs. Kristin Myser was recently honored with the CORAS Outstanding Elementary Teacher Award! Your dedication, patience, and heart for students shine every single day. Thank you for your commitment to excellence and for making such a positive impact on our students and school community!

Chocolate Creations & Smiles

Students in Mrs. Wendell's classroom enjoyed a fun Valentine’s Day activity by making chocolate and getting to try their creations. So great to see students engaged, learning new skills, and having fun together!

College Credit Plus Intent Due April 1st

Registration for the 2026-27 College Credit Plus Program is underway for students entering grades 7-12. An information meeting was held on January 21st for parents and students to learn more about the specifics of the program. Letters of intent, textbook purchasing policies, FERPA and counseling forms are due April 1st. If additional information is needed, please contact the high school office.

Right to Read Week: A Week of Reading Fun!

We loved seeing our elementary students so engaged during Right to Read Week! Activities included Reading Bingo, high school volunteers reading to classrooms, and themed “Drop Everything and Read” days. Thank you to everyone who helped make this week such a success!

Dynasty on the Mat

Congratulations to our Junior High Red Devil Cheerleaders on earning the Best in the State at their final competition of the year! This remarkable achievement reflects years of dedication, discipline, and teamwork. We are proud of our athletes and coaches for continuing this tradition of excellence.

1,000 Points and Counting

Reaching 1,000 career points is no small feat—congrats to Griffin Straub on this major milestone! Thank you to coaches, teammates, and supporters who helped make this moment possible. We’re proud of you!

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