On Saturday, March 29, two of the Ada Destination Imagination teams competed at the DI State Tournament in Barberton, Ohio, along with over 100 teams from across the state.
The elementary team "Candy Kids" competed in the Engineering Challenge, "High Wire Act". They finished 9th place in their division and earned the 3rd highest score for their Team Choice Elements which showcased their creative and artistic talents. Team members are Rosemary Gargac, Ellie Lee, Makenna Szippl, Hazel Timpe, Abram Toomey, and Max Wile.
The middle school team "ISS: Intergalactic Space Squad" competed in the Scientific Challenge, "Worlds Beyond". They finished 4th place in a very competitive division, and they earned the 3rd highest score for their Central Challenge. Appraisers were impressed by their storytelling, technical elements, and creativity. Team members are Joseph Gargac, Landon Long, Callum McAlpine, Ada Porter, Claire Porter, Hailey Rigsby, and Charlie Wile.
Congratulations to all Destination Imagination teams for an amazing season!
Upcoming Family Engagement Day. Ohio State University Extension in Hardin County, in a partnership with Ohio Jobs and Family Services in Hardin County and the Kenton FFA, is planning a Family Engagement Event for Child Abuse Awareness Month. We are asking for your support and help to promote this event. Please share this information with your friends, family, on social media, and within our community. We also hope you and your family will join us for a fun day. The event will be free to the public, funded by the Ohio Children’s Trust Fund.
This event will take place on Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 1-5 p.m. at the Hardin County Fairgrounds located at 14134 Letson Avenue in Kenton. Included in this event will be local organizations, educational resources, and family fun activities. Healthy food options and entertainment, including 4-H line dancing, will be available. The Kenton High School FFA Chapter will also be holding their Ag Day in which families can explore agricultural topics, visit with animals, and see farm equipment.
Donations are being accepted from businesses and individuals that will provide a future bonding experience for a family of 4 (i.e. board games, admission to local attractions or sporting events, pool passes, dining gift cards, etc). These will be free giveaways to those participating in activities at the event. Any monetary donations received will be used to purchase day trip opportunities and other family night activities such as board games. Please consider making a raffle donation if you are able.
Community organizations that provide services to families and children are invited to set up a table at the event space. Tables are “farmer’s market style”. Each organization is responsible for their own table, tent, chairs, and materials/activities. We’d love to have your organization represented!
If you are willing to donate a raffle prize or want to participate in the event, please contact Jami Dellifield by email, dellifield.2@osu.edu, or by phone, 419-674-2297.
We look forward to your participation and support in promoting this event.
The Tennis team has our spirit pack ONLINE (late but not forgotten!)
Consider supporting your tennis team with this cool gear.
https://adatennis2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Deadline: Saturday, April 5, 2025 (11:59 PM EDT)
Monday, March 31st is the last day to purchase a yearbook for $40. Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com & use the school code #4902 for Ada HS, Ada, OH. Be sure to use the coupon code SAVE15 to get the $40 price.
📚✨ Thank You for an Amazing After-School Program! ✨📚
As our after-school program comes to an end on April 3rd, we want to extend a huge THANK YOU to our incredible teachers, substitute teachers, and the dedicated ONU students who volunteered their time to support our students!
Over the past 20 weeks, we had the privilege of serving 56-64 students in grades 2 through 8, helping them grow and succeed in the classroom. Your dedication and hard work have made a lasting impact!
👏👏👏 We appreciate each and every one of you! 👏👏👏
#ThankYou #AfterSchoolSuccess #CommunitySupport #StudentGrowth
🌞👶 Diapers, Smiles, and Sunshine! 👶🌞
A huge thank you to Mrs. Chanda Smith and the Sunshine Committee for hosting a fantastic diaper party and baby shower after school for our six staff members who are expecting babies this year! 💕🍼 Some of these soon-to-be parents are already pros, while others are preparing for their first little one. 💙👣
Your kindness and generosity brought so much joy, and we are grateful for the love and support you’ve shown to our growing Bulldog family. 🐾💙
Best wishes to all of our expanding families! 🎉👶 #BulldogFamily #SunshineCommittee #BabyBoom
Reminder tomorrow is a 2 Hour delay for students: Staff Differentiated PD & Department Meetings.
Members of the high school Book Club visited the Civic Center on March 23 to see the show "Dear Evan Hansen". The group read the book back in September. What an amazing opportunity to see a Broadway show LIVE right in our own backyard! Thank you to the Ada Academic Boosters and the school for making this amazing experience a reality.
🚨 Don’t miss out on the 2nd Annual Community Garage Sale! 🚨
Join us on Saturday, March 29th to support two amazing causes: the Ada Alumni Scholarship program and the Ada Sustainability Club! 🌱📚
🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 29th
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Ada K-12 Gym (south entrance by the cafeteria)
Want to sell? Sign up for a table here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16FD68ZyMofjjFGWNwXh5Ht5kydoR9LLURGFndgTwiYc/preview?edit_requested=true
Come out, shop, and support these wonderful initiatives! See you there! 😊 #AdaAlumni #AdaCommunity #SupportLocal #Sustainability #Scholarships #GarageSale
🐶🥧 Pi Day Fun at Ada Middle School! 🥧🐶
On Thursday, our 8th Grade Pi Day Pi Digit Competition winners got their sweet revenge! 🤣🎉
🏆 1st Place: Haylyn Geiger memorized an incredible 160 digits of pi and pied Mrs. Andre!
🥈 2nd Place (Tie): McKenzie Bolin & David Klear both recited 70 digits—McKenzie pied Mr. Christopher, and David pied his mom, Mrs. Klear!
Great job to all our participants! Who’s ready to start practicing for next year? 🤔😂 #PiDay #BulldogPride #SweetVictory
Week of 3/17
JV Baseball- Freshman Xavier Smith pitching during a preseason scrimmage.
Softball- Senior Jenna Bassit watching the pitch, waiting to make a hit.
FFA- Current officers being acknowledged for their hard work and success.
Yearbook order info!!
Congratulations to Ciaran Goodman for placing 6th in state for CNC tuning & Evan Miller for placing 3rd in the Architectural Drafting at SkillsUSA this week! What a tremendous accomplishment!
#GoBulldogs #Excelling #Apollo #SkillsUSA
Kennedy Jones Wins 2nd Place At The State Powerlifting Competition!
Kennedy, a senior at Ada High School, competed in the State powerlifting competition held at Kenton High School on Saturday, March 15th. Kennedy earned the state runner up medal in the female division lifting a total of 880lbs. Her bench press of 180 lbs. was the highest bench press of the meet in the female division. She also broke personal records in all three lifts, bench press 180lbs, squat370 lbs, and deadlift-330 lbs
🎉 Congratulations, Emily Thaxton & Collin Brown! 🏆
On March 19, Emily Thaxton and Collin Brown were honored at the Ohio Middle Level Association (OMLA) Breakfast of Champions! This prestigious event recognizes students who exemplify leadership, character, and excellence in their schools and communities.
We are incredibly proud of Emily and Collin for representing Ada Schools with distinction! 💜💛 A special thank you to Mrs. Thaxton for attending the breakfast as both a proud mom and an Ada Middle School teacher.
#AdaBulldogs #OMLA #BulldogPride
Elementary Art Show & Book Fair- April 9th from 4-6
Evan Miller (pictured below) is at SkillsUSA Ohio for Carpentry. Evan was placed in the top 2 of his class. Ciaran Goodman placed 1st at Regionals in Advanced Manufacturing.
We are beyond proud of these talented individuals and wish them the best of luck as they continue to excel in their fields. Keep up the amazing work! 👏💪
Ada Exempted Village Schools Inter-District Open Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is now open! Apply online through FinalForms by May 9, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. No paper applications will be accepted.
https://www.adabulldogs.org/o/aevs/page/openenrollment
Attention High School Students! 🎓✨
You're invited to the Allen County College Fair! This exciting event, hosted by the Allen County ESC, will take place at Apollo on March 27th from 5:30 - 7:30 PM.
📌 Explore opportunities with multiple colleges on-site!
📌 Get help with FAFSA and College Credit Plus (CCP)!
Don't miss this chance to plan for your future—join us and discover the possibilities! 🚀
Ada Schools is proud to recognize our newest members of the National Honor Society! These outstanding students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character, earning their place in this prestigious organization.
We are so proud of their hard work and dedication both in and out of the classroom. Please join us in celebrating their achievement! 👏🎓✨
#BulldogProud #NationalHonorSociety #ExcellenceInAction #AdaBulldogs
