Hamilton Highlights

We've almost made it through our first semester of the year! We are excited for the break and hope everyone enjoys time with their families. Before we celebrate, please help support your student(s) as we head into an academically crucial week with midterm exams. You'll find the schedule below, and please reference the emails you've received through Final Forms for additional information.

Here are our updates for this week!

HTHS Exam Schedule

You'll find our midterm schedule below. Students need to ensure that they are ON TIME for their exams. If students have met all of their academic and discipline requirements, they are free to leave earlier on exam days with parental permission. Essentially, students are only required to be in the building when they have a schedule exam. Students must follow the exam schedule and take their test at the allocated time.

Students Proudly Represent HTHS @ OMUN

Every year, HTHS students attend the OMUN conference. In student-led groups, they represent a country and provide a suggested resolution to a social, political, or environmental issue within that country. Students utilize their public speaking, research, and teamwork skills to be successful. A hue congratulations goes to senior Jayce Fischer, who was awarded one of the Outstanding Delegate awards. Another congratulations to juniors Alivia Lash and Miranda Long, both of whom were elected to serve as officers at next year's conference.

Way to go, Rangers! For more information, click the link below!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R16mSLktDJh4JTRBT-UtQ2rZ2t8b3hjo/view?usp=drive_link

College Readiness

This semester, our College Readiness students demonstrated impressive focus, maturity, and growth as they prepared for life after high school. From the very first week, students set personal academic, career, and postsecondary goals—and worked steadily to achieve them.

Throughout the course, students completed college applications and many earned early decision acceptances to a wide range of colleges and universities. Their hard work was rewarded not only with admission offers but also with a generous amount of merit-based scholarship dollars, reflecting their qualifications, leadership, and dedication.

A major highlight of the semester was exploring college campuses across Ohio. Students visited institutions such as the University of Cincinnati, Ohio University Lancaster, Otterbein University, and The Ohio State University, gaining first-hand experience with college life, academic programs, and campus cultures. These visits helped students better understand what they’re looking for in their next academic home.

To conclude the course, students created a personalized First-Year College Success Plan, outlining strategies for managing academics, finances, time, and personal well-being during their first year of college.

Overall, the semester was filled with learning, accomplishment, and meaningful preparation for the future. Our students are leaving this class more confident, informed, and ready for the next step in their educational journey.

Graduation cap and gown orders MUST be in as soon as possible. Not ordering one runs the risk of it not arriving on time for our ceremony, which means your student will not be permitted to walk. Please call the main office with questions.

Senior fees must be paid by April 17, 2026. Payments can be made online, or you can contact the main office.

Aloha, HT!

HTHS was represented at the Pearl Harbor Memorial parade in Waikiki, Hawaii! Macie Fleming and Alex Whitney participated in the event with over 700 other All-American cheerleaders from across the country. They were very grateful to attend and pay tribute to the veterans that endured the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941.

HT Drama to "Let It Go!"

We are so excited that this year HTHS will be performing Frozen. The cast and crew always produce the greatest productions. Because of that, Iin addition to producing Frozen this year, HT Drama is also representing Hamilton Township in the CAPA Marquee Awards this year. This is an honor. To read more about CAPA, click here: https://www.capamarqueeawards.com/about/

Giving Back This Holiday Season

If there is one thing that this community is known for, it's that it always supports people who need it. If you are able, consider donating to two of our district causes to help give families a warm, happy holiday season.

HT Sports Updates

Check out the success some of our winter sports are having!

• WRESTLING:
• Paul Hackett Classic - The boys team finished 3rd out of nine teams.

113 Aiyden Villarreal 1st Place

190 Jesse Ferrell 1st Place

144 Jayden Ellis 2nd Place

165 Connor Flaherty 2nd Place

215 Wyatt Mathias 2nd Place

285 Erick Thelma’s-Clark 2nd Place

132 Eddie Kachana 3rd Place

• Hamilton Township Girls Classic

235 Kynidee Cochran placed 2nd and also won the quickest pin award with an :08 pin!

145 Izabella Hamilton 3rd Place

105 Jennifer Swint 4th Place

125 Naudia Marquez 4th Place.

130 Deziree Handy 6th place

• BOWLING: During our bowling tournament on Saturday 12/6, the boys team placed 4th overall and the girls team placed 5th overall. Austin Alwood placed 4th overall as an individual and Madden Karg placed 3rd overall as an individual.

Some HTHS Core Values

Please see this message about some of the most important aspects of being a successful Ranger.

The Importance of Attendance

At Hamilton Township High School, showing up matters. One of the most important factors in a student’s success—both in and out of the classroom—is regular attendance.

Academic Success
Students who attend school consistently are more likely to keep up with coursework, understand lessons fully, and earn higher grades. Missing just a few days can make it hard to catch up and creates gaps in learning.

Extra-Curricular Opportunities
Strong attendance connects students to the full high school experience. From athletics to band, cheer, choir, and clubs, students must maintain good attendance to participate and perform at their best. Being present also helps build friendships, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Post-Secondary Readiness
Colleges, employers, and the military all value reliability and responsibility. A strong attendance record demonstrates commitment, dependability, and time management—qualities that open doors for future opportunities.

Starting Strong Matters
The beginning of the school year sets the tone. Students who establish good attendance habits early are more likely to maintain them throughout the year, which leads to long-term success. Every day in class counts, especially during the opening weeks when routines, expectations, and relationships are being built.

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Tickets to athletic events will be sold online or can be purchased at the gate. We encourage you to pre-purchase your tickets for a quicker entry. Follow this link for ticket purchasing: https://www.hamilton-local.k12.oh.us/Athletics.aspx

Athletic Events This Week:

COMING SOON

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Website: www.hamiltonrangers.org
Location: 1105 Rathmell Road, Columbus, OH, USA
Phone: (614) 491-8044
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Twitter: @HTHighSchool