Daily Announcements: Monday, October 19, 2026

LCJVS Announcements:
Here are few daily announcements to share:
Wednesday Wellness Quote: It is better to be yourself and have no friends than to be liked by your friends and have no self.
Shout Out: Congratulations to Mrs. Mauro and Mrs. Shapiro’s 3rd period English class, Mrs. Valtman’s 3rd period Financial Literacy Class, and Mrs. Rush’s REI seniors for earning the Workplace Readiness Class Award! Every person was in uniform and was engaged! Remember, if you want your class to win a prize…everyone is in uniform and everyone is on task. That is all it takes, Mrs. Champagne will be making surpise visits with the Rewards Cart. If she stops by your class and everyone is ready for work, EVERYONE gets a prize! There may even be a special surprise for teachers. Remind your classmates to be in uniform! You never know when the Rewards Cart might roll in!
Job Shadowers: Any 9th and 10th grade student who job shadowed, your completed packets need to be turned in this week completely filled out and signature on the last page. Turn into Mrs. Balog or lab instructor. Any packets that’s not turned in completed and signed could make them not eligible for the next job shadow day.
College Now Greater Cleveland: College Now will be here at the JVS in Student Services. If you are interested, please stop in and see Mrs. West to make an appointment.
Tours: Thursday, Oct. 22nd there will be 65 Oberlin 8th graders from Langston Middle School touring durning morning labs with our student guides.
ASSOCIATE SCHOOL NEWS:
Please click on the Associate School links on our website (under High School) for updated or detailed information. Some schools forward daily announcements while others can be found directly on their website.
AMHERST:
- State Bound: Congratulations to the Amherst Marching Comets on earning a Superior Rating at Bowling Green this past weekend! This outstanding achievement qualified the band for the State Marching Band Finals on October 31st. We are incredibly proud of our talented student musicians, directors and staff for their hard work and dedication. Way to represent Amherst! Go Marching Comets!
- Anime Club: New this year… Anime Club! Students can explore anime through drawing, character design, illustration, and creative projects. Come share your creativity, learn new artistic skills, and connect with other students who love anime and art. No experience is necessary; everyone is welcome! See Mr. DiFranco in Room 4 for more information.
- Ecoleague: Ecoleague’s mission is to increase student awareness of environmental issues and give them the ability to make a difference; educate others about their responsibilities for improving their recycling habits; provide opportunities for students to become directly involved in a variety of environmental projects; and promote environmental awareness. See Mrs. DeLeon in room 510 for more information. Meetings are every Thursday at 7am in the CLC Mediascape Lounge:
- Gamers Club: This casual Gamer club welcomes any console, board, card game, etc. rated Teen or below. Play, watch, and/or talk about games with other members! Gamers Club will begin at the end of September and meet from 2:40-3:30 weekly. See Mr. Rubinski in room 511 for more information.
- Indoor Track and Field: Ready to run, jump, throw, or vault? Join Steele Indoor Track & Field! Build speed, strength, and confidence while competing with your teammates this winter. Everyone is welcome!
Indoor track and field practices daily starting at the end of November and going through February. See Coach Glatz in room 501 for more details.
- EcoLeague Community Cleanup: On October 24th from 10-11:15 am, there will be a community clean up at the green space across from Ghost Tree. Everybody is welcome and just needs to show up willing to lend a helping hand.
AVON:
- Join Unified Sports: All juniors and seniors interested in joining Unified Sports, please fill out the form in your “Class of” google classroom.
- Fall Concerts: October 20th is the AHS Band Concert, October 21st is the AHS Orchestra Concert, October 22nd, is the AHS Choir Concert, October 27th is the Monster Mash (Jazz Band), November 4th Fusion.
- Attention Seniors: Make sure you take the time to schedule your individual senior meeting with your counselor. Please login to your class of 2027 Google Classroom and sign up for a meeting. Keep checking your Google Classroom and the Counselor’s Weekly Newsletter to stay up-to-date on all senior information.
- Concerts: There are so many upcoming concerts to please make sure to come out and support! On October 20th there will be the AHS band concert, on October 21st will be the AHS orchestra concert, and on October 22nd will be the AHS choir concert.
AVON LAKE:
- Attention Seniors looking for Volunteer Hours: Troy Intermediate is looking for seniors with 7th/8th period pass to volunteer to help tutor students in reading Monday-Thursday from 1:30-2:30 pm. Volunteers will work alongside one of our teachers to provide extra reading support and encouragement to students. If you are interested, please reach out to the principal at Troy – Mrs. Lengel @ 440-933-2701.
- Student Spotlights: Would you like to see your students’ achievements highlighted in the newsletter? If your student participates in an out-of-school activity and you would like their achievement highlighted in our newsletter, please email Amy Gannon at amy.gonnon@alcsoh.org. Be sure to include the name of the sport, organization, or activity, along with details of the accomplishment or award.
CLEARVIEW:
- Words of Wisdom: Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.
- Attention Seniors: Mrs. Jackson in the Guidance Office sent out emails to you to sign up for Parchment. This is the only way you will be able to get your transcripts sent to a school, employer or even yourself. Please get this done ASAP.
- ASVAB Sign-Up: If you are interested in taking the ASVAB exam on October 27th, please sign up in the counseling office or email your school counselor.
- Sophomore Class Officer Meeting: There will be a class officers meeting on Wednesday, October 21st right after school. It will be done by 3:30, so please arrange your rides accordingly. Please check your email for more details.
COLUMBIA:
- Copopa Family Math and Literacy Night Volunteers: This event will be at Red Wagon Farms on Tuesday, Oct. 20th and a fun opportunity for students to earn community service hours.
- Softball: Attention Girls interested in playing Softball in the Spring. Open cages are every Sunday from 11:30-12:30 at the High School. This will continue for approximately 6 weeks (weather permitting).
- CCP Students: Are you taking second semester classes from LCCC? Stop in and see Mrs. Crow to set an appointment to schedule your classes.
- Columbia Service Club: There will be a meeting Thursday, Oct. 22nd at 2:50 in room 7.
- Attention Bowlers: There will be a quick informational meeting on October 20th in room 19 at 2:50.
ELYRIA
- Senior Class Poet: Calling all seniors! If you’ve got a way with words, a creative side, or just want to make your mark, come to the meeting on Monday, October 19th after school in room 109 to learn more about becoming the Senior Class Poet! See your English teacher for more details.
- Seniors: Please see Class of 2027 Google Classroom for information about and to sign up for Senior Pictures. Sign-ups will end on October 23rd.
- H(AI)ckathone: This year, the TECH CORPS Hackathon means more than code. This is your chance to explore, create, pitch, and WIN! See the QR code on the website for more details.
- College Now Impact Program: Winter impact! Registration is now open. Interested in preparing for college and exploring future career options? Join this 10-week program featuring ACT/SAT prep, college exploration, and career readiness activities! Must be 15 years old by the start of the program. Earn a $400 stipend by completing 90 program hours. Meets Monday, through Thursday. No sessions during Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break. All sessions will be virtual. Any questions stop by room 214 and see Ms. Battle.
- College Now Fridays: Attention Seniors! Need help with your college application or job application? What about scholarships or your FAFSA? College Now and your school counselors are here to help! Sign up to attend our drop-in Fridays during your lunch period to help answer any questions you may have. Drop-in Fridays will be happening until Christmas break. See your Class of 2027 Google Classroom for the sign-up form and the many college application and scholarship resources.
- Current NHS Members: Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, Oct. 21st in room 138. You may attend either the AM or PM meeting. Attendance will be taken. NOTE: This meeting is for NHS Members already inducted, not those that just received their invitation to join.
FIRELANDS:
- Fall Senior Night: This year’s Senior Night will be held on Friday, Oct. 16th to celebrate our graduating seniors in Athletics, Athletic Training & Marching Band. Please log into your Google Classroom ASAP to fill out the required information. Every senior involved in these sports and activities must complete this form, even if you do not plan to participate in the ceremony itself. Thank you for your prompt cooperation, and congratulations on your upcoming senior night!
- Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Athletes with Down Syndrome participate & excel in various sports, from swimming to basketball to gymnastics.
- Art Club: Unleash your creativity and join the new High School Art Club TODAY at 2:45 in the Art Room. Open to all high school students, no art class enrollment is required.
- Choir Concert: Get ready for a night of harmony at the Fall Choir Concert TONIGHT at 7pm. Join our incredible talented student performers in the Auxilary Gym to kick off the new season with high energy and amazing music. Grab your friends & family,
- 1st Annual Face Race: Support the Sophomore Class this Friday night at the home football game by participating in the 1st Annual Face Race. You can join the action by purchasing raffle tickets to guess whether Mr. Von Gunten, Ms. KIeener, or Mr. Taylor will cross the finish line first. Tickets are $1 each or $5 for a bundle of 10, and each purchase enters you for a chance to win a Firelands Spirit Gift Pack valued at $100. Tickets will be available during school lunch periods this Thursday and Friday, as well as at the game until the end of halftime. All proceeds directly support Sophomore Class activities, so bring your friends, show your Falcon pride, and help support a great cause.
- Falcon PRIDE Raffle: PRIDE Cart Raffles are still happening every week. Don’t forget to enter the raffle by going to the PBIS Rewards app using Clever and use your points to enter. Just click on the raffle tab on the app and enter to win. You will have until 12:40 on Friday to enter to win! There will be one winner drawn from each grade level! If you have any questions, please email Mr. Taylor!
KEYSTONE
- Keystone Cheer: Congratulations to KHS Cheer Team! The Wildcats brought home 2nd place yesterday at Midview High School while competing in a new division. The team will head to Columbus this Sunday, to compete for their bid to Nationals!
