📢 Lunch Menu Update! Ada Schools has a change to Wednesday and Thursday's lunch menus:
🍴 Wednesday, Nov. 12th will be Corn Dog, Bake Beans, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Fruit and Milk.
🍴 Thursday, Nov. 13th will be Popcorn Chicken w/BBQ Sauce, Dinner Roll w/Margarine, Mash Potatoes with Gravy, Fruit and Milk
Thank you for your understanding as we make this adjustment!
🍴 Wednesday, Nov. 12th will be Corn Dog, Bake Beans, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Fruit and Milk.
🍴 Thursday, Nov. 13th will be Popcorn Chicken w/BBQ Sauce, Dinner Roll w/Margarine, Mash Potatoes with Gravy, Fruit and Milk
Thank you for your understanding as we make this adjustment!

Great News! Ada Elementary will receive $5,000 through the @OSLN STEM Classroom Grant Program, funded by @Battelle https://osln.org/how-we-help/classroom-opportunities/classroom-grant-program/fall-2025-classroom-grant-awards/
Ada Elementary Gifted Teacher, Mrs. Sarah Perkins, applied for the grant with the Project Title: CREATE Bulldog Explorers Designing Our Future! Our 3rd–6th graders in CREATE will dive into exciting, hands-on STREAM adventures such as building animal adaptations, math mazes, exploring ocean ecosystems, designing solutions to real-world oceanic problems, coding through outer space on terrestrial planets, and traveling through time to study and recreate famous ancient architecture!
A total of 165 public schools, including Ada Elementary School, have been recognized with this prestigious award. The program has impacted students across 130 of Ohio’s school districts, spanning 68 counties.
Ada Elementary Gifted Teacher, Mrs. Sarah Perkins, applied for the grant with the Project Title: CREATE Bulldog Explorers Designing Our Future! Our 3rd–6th graders in CREATE will dive into exciting, hands-on STREAM adventures such as building animal adaptations, math mazes, exploring ocean ecosystems, designing solutions to real-world oceanic problems, coding through outer space on terrestrial planets, and traveling through time to study and recreate famous ancient architecture!
A total of 165 public schools, including Ada Elementary School, have been recognized with this prestigious award. The program has impacted students across 130 of Ohio’s school districts, spanning 68 counties.

UPDATE - Ada Schools is CLOSED today, Mon. Nov. 10, 2025 due to slick road conditions.

Ada Exempted Village Schools will be on a 2-hour delay today, Monday, November 10, 2025. Drive safe!

Ada Schools Closed on Veterans Day. Ada Schools will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
#VeteransDay #AdaSchools #ThankYouVeterans

Ada Academic Boosters Spirit Wear Sale!
Get ready to show your Bulldog pride this holiday season! Academic Boosters is partnering with a local small business to offer brand-new Ada spirit wear — just in time for Christmas! 🎁✨
🛍️ Shop now through November 23rd! ✔️
These items make the perfect gift under the tree and a great way to celebrate our Bulldog spirit all year long. 💜💛
All proceeds go directly back to supporting Ada students and staff — thank you for helping make our Booster Club (and community!) truly amazing. 🫶🏻
👉 https://www.elitedtftransfers.com/collections/ada-academic-boosters-apparel?fbclid=IwY2xjawN2-21leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHr5Ii1ZI7MTRMLBIPkJgJ9zTSK4jVlfTdGyU1ygBYqE3MPN5nAMBXP10kgR8_aem__wBqHwlibu11jbaVF_U4mw#4bddd7c98ad6d0f9435b7b7d6ec2d20b
Get ready to show your Bulldog pride this holiday season! Academic Boosters is partnering with a local small business to offer brand-new Ada spirit wear — just in time for Christmas! 🎁✨
🛍️ Shop now through November 23rd! ✔️
These items make the perfect gift under the tree and a great way to celebrate our Bulldog spirit all year long. 💜💛
All proceeds go directly back to supporting Ada students and staff — thank you for helping make our Booster Club (and community!) truly amazing. 🫶🏻
👉 https://www.elitedtftransfers.com/collections/ada-academic-boosters-apparel?fbclid=IwY2xjawN2-21leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHr5Ii1ZI7MTRMLBIPkJgJ9zTSK4jVlfTdGyU1ygBYqE3MPN5nAMBXP10kgR8_aem__wBqHwlibu11jbaVF_U4mw#4bddd7c98ad6d0f9435b7b7d6ec2d20b

🏀 Ada Boys Basketball is heading to Cleveland!
The Bulldogs will play McComb on Fri, Jan. 23 at 3:30 PM in Rocket Arena before the Cavs vs. Kings game at 7:30 PM.
Visit https://www.ada.k12.oh.us/article/2535230 for the link to purchase tickets. Don’t miss this exciting day of basketball! 💜🐾
The Bulldogs will play McComb on Fri, Jan. 23 at 3:30 PM in Rocket Arena before the Cavs vs. Kings game at 7:30 PM.
Visit https://www.ada.k12.oh.us/article/2535230 for the link to purchase tickets. Don’t miss this exciting day of basketball! 💜🐾

🩸 Ada Bulldogs Give Back! 🩸
Last week, our National Honor Society partnered with the Red Cross to host a school blood drive — and our amazing students and staff showed up in a big way! Together, we collected 32 units of blood, helping save lives across the country. ❤️
Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood or platelets, and our Bulldog community stepped up to make a difference. We’re so thankful to everyone who donated, tried to donate, or volunteered to make the day a success.
If you missed this one, there’s another chance to help! The Red Cross will host a community blood drive at Ada Visiting Nurses on Monday, November 17th from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
💪 Bulldog buddies supported each other all day — it was truly a great and meaningful event!
#AdaBulldogs #NHSGivesBack #RedCross #CommunityStrong #BulldogPride
Last week, our National Honor Society partnered with the Red Cross to host a school blood drive — and our amazing students and staff showed up in a big way! Together, we collected 32 units of blood, helping save lives across the country. ❤️
Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood or platelets, and our Bulldog community stepped up to make a difference. We’re so thankful to everyone who donated, tried to donate, or volunteered to make the day a success.
If you missed this one, there’s another chance to help! The Red Cross will host a community blood drive at Ada Visiting Nurses on Monday, November 17th from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
💪 Bulldog buddies supported each other all day — it was truly a great and meaningful event!
#AdaBulldogs #NHSGivesBack #RedCross #CommunityStrong #BulldogPride






The Hardin County Sophomore Student Leadership program, organized by the United Way of Hardin County, brings together students from area schools each month for hands-on learning and leadership experiences. 💡
This month’s meeting took place at Hardin Northern School, where students participated in the Real World, Real Money simulation — gaining valuable insight into financial decision-making and life skills! 💰👏
This month’s meeting took place at Hardin Northern School, where students participated in the Real World, Real Money simulation — gaining valuable insight into financial decision-making and life skills! 💰👏





🏀 Ada Boys Basketball Spirit Wear Sale! 🏀
Show your Bulldog pride and support the Ada Boys Basketball Team through their online spirit wear fundraiser! 💙💛
Gear up with fresh Bulldog apparel and help the team raise funds for their upcoming season — it’s a win-win! 🙌
🗓 Order Deadline: November 16th
🛒 Don’t wait — shop now and look good while cheering on the Bulldogs! https://www.elitedtftransfers.com/collections/boys-basketball-spirit-wear
#GoBulldogs #AdaBasketball #BulldogPride #AdaAthletics
Show your Bulldog pride and support the Ada Boys Basketball Team through their online spirit wear fundraiser! 💙💛
Gear up with fresh Bulldog apparel and help the team raise funds for their upcoming season — it’s a win-win! 🙌
🗓 Order Deadline: November 16th
🛒 Don’t wait — shop now and look good while cheering on the Bulldogs! https://www.elitedtftransfers.com/collections/boys-basketball-spirit-wear
#GoBulldogs #AdaBasketball #BulldogPride #AdaAthletics

🎶🏆 Congratulations, Ada High School Marching Band! 🏆🎶
This past Sunday, our Ada High School Marching Band delivered an excellent performance at the State Marching Band Finals — earning a SUPERIOR rating, the highest rating achievable! 🌟👏
We’re so proud of our talented musicians, dedicated directors, and supportive families who helped make this incredible achievement possible. 💜🎺🥁
Enjoy these photos capturing their hard work, spirit, and Bulldog pride in action! 🎶🐾 #AdaPride #BulldogBand #SuperiorRating #StateFinals
This past Sunday, our Ada High School Marching Band delivered an excellent performance at the State Marching Band Finals — earning a SUPERIOR rating, the highest rating achievable! 🌟👏
We’re so proud of our talented musicians, dedicated directors, and supportive families who helped make this incredible achievement possible. 💜🎺🥁
Enjoy these photos capturing their hard work, spirit, and Bulldog pride in action! 🎶🐾 #AdaPride #BulldogBand #SuperiorRating #StateFinals

🎶🏆 Congratulations, Ada High School Marching Band! 🏆🎶
This past Sunday, our Ada High School Marching Band delivered an excellent performance at the State Marching Band Finals — earning a SUPERIOR rating, the highest rating achievable! 🌟👏
We’re so proud of our talented musicians, dedicated directors, and supportive families who helped make this incredible achievement possible. 💜🎺🥁
Enjoy these photos capturing their hard work, spirit, and Bulldog pride in action! 🎶🐾 #AdaPride #BulldogBand #SuperiorRating #StateFinals
This past Sunday, our Ada High School Marching Band delivered an excellent performance at the State Marching Band Finals — earning a SUPERIOR rating, the highest rating achievable! 🌟👏
We’re so proud of our talented musicians, dedicated directors, and supportive families who helped make this incredible achievement possible. 💜🎺🥁
Enjoy these photos capturing their hard work, spirit, and Bulldog pride in action! 🎶🐾 #AdaPride #BulldogBand #SuperiorRating #StateFinals

📚 Volunteers Wanted for the Ada Schools Scholastic Book Fair!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Ada Schools November 19–25, and we can’t wait! This exciting event is a highlight of the school year—sparking students’ love of reading and helping them discover books that inspire and delight.
To make the Fair a success, we need volunteers! Your time and support help create a fun, welcoming experience that encourages our children to explore, imagine, and grow through reading.
If you’re available to lend a hand at this year’s Fair, please contact Mrs. Smith at smithc@adabulldogs.org or 419-634-2746, ext. 1100.
Let’s work together to make this year’s Book Fair an unforgettable celebration of reading! 📖💛
Interested in seeing what is coming? Check it out now: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/adaelementaryschool
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Ada Schools November 19–25, and we can’t wait! This exciting event is a highlight of the school year—sparking students’ love of reading and helping them discover books that inspire and delight.
To make the Fair a success, we need volunteers! Your time and support help create a fun, welcoming experience that encourages our children to explore, imagine, and grow through reading.
If you’re available to lend a hand at this year’s Fair, please contact Mrs. Smith at smithc@adabulldogs.org or 419-634-2746, ext. 1100.
Let’s work together to make this year’s Book Fair an unforgettable celebration of reading! 📖💛
Interested in seeing what is coming? Check it out now: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/adaelementaryschool

💜We understand that the ongoing government shutdown has created uncertainty for many families — especially those who rely on SNAP benefits.
Ada Schools will continue to provide free and reduced-price meals without interruption. No matter what happens at the federal level, our commitment to supporting students and families remains strong.
Applications for the free and reduced lunch program can be submitted and approved anytime by completing the needed steps on PaySchoolsCentral, https://www.payschoolscentral.com/.
If your family is feeling the impacts of the shutdown or needs assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our offices. Both the Elementary and Middle/High Schools have weekly food support programs and local resources which can help ensure every student has access to the meals and support they need.
Ada Schools will continue to provide free and reduced-price meals without interruption. No matter what happens at the federal level, our commitment to supporting students and families remains strong.
Applications for the free and reduced lunch program can be submitted and approved anytime by completing the needed steps on PaySchoolsCentral, https://www.payschoolscentral.com/.
If your family is feeling the impacts of the shutdown or needs assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our offices. Both the Elementary and Middle/High Schools have weekly food support programs and local resources which can help ensure every student has access to the meals and support they need.

💀🌼 Ada High School’s Language Club gathered to learn about Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) last week — a vibrant celebration that honors the lives of loved ones who have passed. Officially celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, this tradition has Mexican and Indigenous roots and is now embraced by many cultures around the world.
Students explored the meaning behind the holiday’s colorful customs and decorated their own “calaveras” (skulls) — both on sugar skulls and as cookie creations! 🍪🎨
It was a fun and meaningful way to learn about another culture’s traditions and the beauty of remembering those who came before us. ❤️💐 #AdaBulldogs #LanguageClub #DiaDeLosMuertos
Students explored the meaning behind the holiday’s colorful customs and decorated their own “calaveras” (skulls) — both on sugar skulls and as cookie creations! 🍪🎨
It was a fun and meaningful way to learn about another culture’s traditions and the beauty of remembering those who came before us. ❤️💐 #AdaBulldogs #LanguageClub #DiaDeLosMuertos






📸 Picture Retake & Makeup Day Reminder! 📸
Ada Schools will hold Picture Retake/Makeup Day on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
If your student missed picture day or would like a retake, this is your opportunity!
🗓 Retake Date: November 13, 2025
🛒 Order Window: Now through November 14
📷 Order Link: https://orders.langephotographics.com/ordering/access
Elementary School Code: C2DEF3PL
Middle / High School Code: C3UGX4P8
Don’t miss your chance to capture this year’s school memories! 💜💛
#AdaBulldogs #SchoolPictures #BulldogPride
Ada Schools will hold Picture Retake/Makeup Day on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
If your student missed picture day or would like a retake, this is your opportunity!
🗓 Retake Date: November 13, 2025
🛒 Order Window: Now through November 14
📷 Order Link: https://orders.langephotographics.com/ordering/access
Elementary School Code: C2DEF3PL
Middle / High School Code: C3UGX4P8
Don’t miss your chance to capture this year’s school memories! 💜💛
#AdaBulldogs #SchoolPictures #BulldogPride

⏰ Last Chance to Bid! ⏰
Don’t miss your opportunity to snag some great deals and support Ada Schools! 💜💛
The Ada Exempted Village Schools Online Auction is wrapping up soon — and this is your final chance to get your bids in! From equipment to furniture, there’s something for everyone — perfect for upgrading your home, classroom, or workshop. 🛠️
🔗 Browse & Bid: Public Surplus
→ under Search, type “Ada Local Schools” in the keyword search to view all available items.
🗓 Auction Ends: November 5, 2025
Get those bids in before it’s too late! 🏃♂️💨
#AdaBulldogs #BulldogPride #AdaAuction
Don’t miss your opportunity to snag some great deals and support Ada Schools! 💜💛
The Ada Exempted Village Schools Online Auction is wrapping up soon — and this is your final chance to get your bids in! From equipment to furniture, there’s something for everyone — perfect for upgrading your home, classroom, or workshop. 🛠️
🔗 Browse & Bid: Public Surplus
→ under Search, type “Ada Local Schools” in the keyword search to view all available items.
🗓 Auction Ends: November 5, 2025
Get those bids in before it’s too late! 🏃♂️💨
#AdaBulldogs #BulldogPride #AdaAuction

💬✨ Spreading Sign Language and Smiles! ✨💬
Our ASL Level 3 students recently visited the kindergarten classrooms to teach some basic sign language — and it was a hit! The little Bulldogs had a blast learning new signs, sharing laughs, and celebrating with high fives. 👋💜
Next week, our ASL 3 and 4 classes will continue the fun by teaching in our preschool rooms!
Great job to our high school signers: Kolton Dysert, Tyler Stauffer, Brook Andereasen, Reese Jordan, Andrew Allen, Taylor Price, and Kenley Poling for sharing your skills and enthusiasm with our youngest learners! 💛🐾
#AdaBulldogs #BulldogPride #ASL #StudentLeadership #LearningTogether
Our ASL Level 3 students recently visited the kindergarten classrooms to teach some basic sign language — and it was a hit! The little Bulldogs had a blast learning new signs, sharing laughs, and celebrating with high fives. 👋💜
Next week, our ASL 3 and 4 classes will continue the fun by teaching in our preschool rooms!
Great job to our high school signers: Kolton Dysert, Tyler Stauffer, Brook Andereasen, Reese Jordan, Andrew Allen, Taylor Price, and Kenley Poling for sharing your skills and enthusiasm with our youngest learners! 💛🐾
#AdaBulldogs #BulldogPride #ASL #StudentLeadership #LearningTogether



🏆 Ada Junior High Quiz Bowl Team Shines! 🏆
The Ada Junior High Quiz Bowl team had an outstanding performance at the Upper Sandusky tournament on Saturday, November 1! Our Bulldogs went 6–1 in their matches and earned an impressive 2nd place finish, just behind undefeated St. Joseph.
👏 Being in the top two also means the team has qualified for the NAQT National Middle School Tournament!
We’re incredibly proud of this team — every player made valuable contributions to this great accomplishment. 💜💛
#AdaBulldogs #BulldogPride #QuizBowl #AcademicExcellence
The Ada Junior High Quiz Bowl team had an outstanding performance at the Upper Sandusky tournament on Saturday, November 1! Our Bulldogs went 6–1 in their matches and earned an impressive 2nd place finish, just behind undefeated St. Joseph.
👏 Being in the top two also means the team has qualified for the NAQT National Middle School Tournament!
We’re incredibly proud of this team — every player made valuable contributions to this great accomplishment. 💜💛
#AdaBulldogs #BulldogPride #QuizBowl #AcademicExcellence

💎 Mrs. Bowden’s Geology class took their learning underground with a field trip to the Ohio Caverns! 🪨✨
Students explored the breathtaking cave formations and got a firsthand look at the geological processes they’ve been studying in class. It was an amazing opportunity to see science come to life!
Check out these photos from their adventure below 👇
#AdaBulldogs #HandsOnLearning #ScienceInAction #OhioCaverns
Students explored the breathtaking cave formations and got a firsthand look at the geological processes they’ve been studying in class. It was an amazing opportunity to see science come to life!
Check out these photos from their adventure below 👇
#AdaBulldogs #HandsOnLearning #ScienceInAction #OhioCaverns







