Adena Local Schools

Update from Adena Superintendent John Balzer Good Afternoon Warrior Nation! Tomorrow, April 20th, we will honor our Seniors, at 20:20 (8:20 p.m.) by lighting the stadium lights for 20 minutes. This is a symbolic gesture to recognize the 13-year journey these outstanding young men and women have taken to reach the point in life where they set off to make their way in the world. Theirs hasn’t been the easiest of journeys. However, this group of students have formed bonds of friendship that will last a lifetime and experienced many significant achievements in spite of obstacles that threatened to block their paths. This group of students have been tested far more in spirit, determination and unity than most groups. They’ve demonstrated they have the strength and conviction to stand together as the Village when one of their own needs them to be there. As crowd restrictions remain in place, we cannot open the stadium or promote gatherings during this recognition. Hopefully the Governor will announce needed details early this week so we can begin making firm plans for what comes next. As soon as the restrictions ease up, we will announce the opportunity to come back to the stadium for pictures when we are able to do so safely. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Monday evening we encourage you to drive by and have a look from the road. You might stop or slow down to take a quick picture from the car, but please don’t create a crowd situation that would possibly promote or worsen community spread of the virus or create safety hazards by impeding traffic. For you, Seniors, Monday night the lights will shine brightly. The stadium will be empty and silent, but the light will provide witness to the integrity, determination, courage, commitment and Warrior pride the Class of 2020 has demonstrated from Kindergarten through their senior year, in spite of the challenges presented this year by a global pandemic. The light will symbolically represent the character and accomplishments the Class of 2020 have forged from absolute determination and spirit. Although it has not been the spring we wanted for our children, we can celebrate the fact that the Class of 2020 has successfully learned the lessons of character, the reward of hard work and perseverance and the importance of unity and community pride. The Village will be well represented and fortified when the graduates of 2020 take their places beside us. It’s not over yet, Class of 2020- all is not lost! You were born at the time of the September 11 terror attack, lived through a financial collapse and recovery, numerous other moments of political and social upheaval and now a pandemic virus. You have what it takes to prevail! In true Warrior fashion, you’ll get through this and we will celebrate joyfully when better days return to Warrior Nation. Congratulations, Class of 2020- your light will shine brightly long past Monday!!!

To all Elementary students and parents. Teachers will now be recording grades for work that has been assigned (pass/fail). Please be sure you have made contact with your child’s teacher so that all students are participating with the instruction that continues. Take care and stay safe.

Survey Says! Hello Adena parents and caregivers! Please take a few minutes to click this link and access a brief survey to help us provide improved quality of service and assistance to you during the distance learning phase of the COVID19 pandemic. We want to do the best we can to help all of our families. We realize there are many different sets of circumstances and levels of comfort with technology and such. With your input we will attempt to do the best we can to help all of you get through this. Thank you for your help! https://forms.gle/hXvz3MmyfwCqArfb8

Sydnie is a senior at Adena High School. She also attends Ohio University-Chillicothe CC+ classes and PRCTC where she has earned her STNA and Phlebotomy certification. After graduation, Sydnie plans to continue her education with Ohio University to obtain her Bachelor of Arts in Human Biology. This will serve as a foundation for her Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Practice at Ohio University, Dublin.

Miah Richendollar is a senior at Adena High School. Miah plans to attend Ohio University in Chillicothe. She is still undecided on a major but looks forward to a career working with animals.

A tribute to the Senior Class of 2020.  On the 20th of the April we will light the stadium lights for 20 minutes at 8:20 to honor your perseverance and determination to succeed and rise above adversity- Warrior Strong and ready to venture out into the world beyond the familiar.  Congratulations Seniors and well done!

Kenton Dalton is a senior at Adena High School. After graduation, Kenton will be attending Ohio Christian University for music ministry. His major is undecided.

Lucas Foglesong is a senior at Adena High School. After graduation, Lucas will be attending the University of Cincinnati to study engineering.

Please see the following link for updates and announcements for the week ending 4-9-2020 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tZQudk7Z3lJNogKR-ljlAfZxEmGuTzMI0RDvju8bM_0/edit?usp=sharing

Dylan Gallaugher is a senior at Adena High School. Dylan is currently taking CC+ classes at Ohio University-Chillicothe. He has been accepted to continue there in the fall to complete his first year of college. He then plans to transfer to Ohio University to complete his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.

Leah Beery is a senior at Adena High School. She has been accepted into Shawnee State University’s online program and is planning on getting a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Hello Warrior Families, Nurse Lori has shared a video with us we thought might help you explain to your very young children the basics of the COVID19 virus. If you would like to see it, click on the link provided. The Adena Local Schools are committed to helping your children and the community in any way we can. Together, we are Warrior Strong! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhQzI3WWUto&feature=youtu.be

Brooklyn Maddux is a senior at Adena High School. Brooklyn will be graduating high school as a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) and a Phlebotomist. After high school, Brooklyn will attend the Pickaway-Ross Adult Education program to get her LPN and then plans to go to the University of Rio Grande to further her education as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Kayanna Noble is a senior at Adena High School and has attended the Pickaway-Ross Career & Technical Center her junior and senior years as a member of their Health Science Technology program. She received her STNA certificate and got a job at Valley View Alzheimer’s Care Center in May 2019. In January 2020, she was placed on full time job placement. Kayanna plans to pursue a major in emergency room trauma nursing. Follow your Dreams. We Love You, Family of Kayanna Noble

Lauren Jones is a senior at Adena High School. After graduation, Lauren will be attending Ohio University-Chillicothe. She is undecided on her major.

Hannah Stark is a senior at Adena High School. After graduation, Hannah will be attending Kent State University to study nursing with a minor in Spanish. After receiving her bachelor’s degree she plans to apply to graduate school to become an anesthetist.

Anna Jo Newland is a senior at Adena High School. Anna has been accepted at Ohio University where she will be studying environmental engineering technologies.

Braeden Curtis is a senior at Adena High School. Braeden is attending Shawnee State University in the fall to study biology. After graduating with a bachelors’s degree he will attend optometry school.

Britney Posey is a senior at Adena High School. Britney has been accepted to Southern Virginia University and will pursue a degree in education. She has a career goal of teaching grades K-3.

Makayla Collins is a senior at Adena High School. After high school, Makayla will be attending Wilmington College in the fall to pursue a Master of Science in Athletic Training.