🎶✨ A Day of Jazz & Inspiration ✨🎶
Steele Jazz Band I, under the direction of Angela Cresap, recently attended the Tri-C JazzFest DownBeat Education Day in downtown Cleveland.
Students learned from the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, who provided feedback, led workshops, and performed live. A highlight of the day was joining the orchestra on stage for the final number!
Students also connected with professional musicians and explored Cuyahoga Community College’s arts programs.
An unforgettable experience filled with music, learning, and inspiration! 🎷💫
Steele Jazz Band I, under the direction of Angela Cresap, recently attended the Tri-C JazzFest DownBeat Education Day in downtown Cleveland.
Students learned from the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, who provided feedback, led workshops, and performed live. A highlight of the day was joining the orchestra on stage for the final number!
Students also connected with professional musicians and explored Cuyahoga Community College’s arts programs.
An unforgettable experience filled with music, learning, and inspiration! 🎷💫
☀️🎉 Amherst Schools Summer Activity Fair 🎉☀️
We’re getting excited for our upcoming Summer Activity Fair on Wednesday, April 29th from 5:00–7:00 PM at Powers Elementary School!
A full list of vendors will be shared in the coming weeks as we finalize participants—but we’re already looking forward to an evening filled with fun, engaging, and educational opportunities for our students and families! 💚💛
👉 Interested in hosting a table?
Local organizations are welcome to join us to promote summer programs and activities for our community!
📩 Please contact Assistant Superintendent Sarah Walker for more information.
Stay tuned for more updates—we can’t wait to see you there! 🚀
We’re getting excited for our upcoming Summer Activity Fair on Wednesday, April 29th from 5:00–7:00 PM at Powers Elementary School!
A full list of vendors will be shared in the coming weeks as we finalize participants—but we’re already looking forward to an evening filled with fun, engaging, and educational opportunities for our students and families! 💚💛
👉 Interested in hosting a table?
Local organizations are welcome to join us to promote summer programs and activities for our community!
📩 Please contact Assistant Superintendent Sarah Walker for more information.
Stay tuned for more updates—we can’t wait to see you there! 🚀
🎓✨ Learning Comes to Life in Kindergarten! ✨🎓
Mrs. Annabell’s kindergarten class recently stepped back in time with a hands-on exploration of Colonial towns as part of their CKLA Knowledge curriculum! 🏡
Students discovered the important roles of housebuilders, weavers, and blacksmiths—and even got the chance to make their own butter! 🧈
What a fun and engaging way for our young Comets to experience history and bring their learning to life!
Mrs. Annabell’s kindergarten class recently stepped back in time with a hands-on exploration of Colonial towns as part of their CKLA Knowledge curriculum! 🏡
Students discovered the important roles of housebuilders, weavers, and blacksmiths—and even got the chance to make their own butter! 🧈
What a fun and engaging way for our young Comets to experience history and bring their learning to life!
Get ready—AJH & Steele PTOs are teaming up for our Spring Flower Sale!
Important Dates:
Flyers go home right after Spring Break
Sale opens: April 8
Sale closes: April 22
Pickup: May 8 | 3:30–6:30 PM at AJH
(Just in time for Mother’s Day! )
Every purchase helps fund student activities, events, and programs all year long. We truly couldn’t do it without the support of our amazing families and community!
Want a head start? Register now and start sharing your link!
https://amherstjrhighschool.sowzer.com/parent-signup?step=welcome
Important Dates:
Flyers go home right after Spring Break
Sale opens: April 8
Sale closes: April 22
Pickup: May 8 | 3:30–6:30 PM at AJH
(Just in time for Mother’s Day! )
Every purchase helps fund student activities, events, and programs all year long. We truly couldn’t do it without the support of our amazing families and community!
Want a head start? Register now and start sharing your link!
https://amherstjrhighschool.sowzer.com/parent-signup?step=welcome
🧩 Nord Puzzle Club Buddies Making a Difference 🧩
"Like the pieces of a puzzle, we gather together to build friendships that feel like family—because we all fit together!"
The Nord Puzzle Club Buddies launched this school year under the guidance of Ms. Susan Hershiser and Miss Rachael Maria, and what an incredible start it’s been! What began with 15 members quickly grew to 23, with about 20 students regularly attending each meeting.
Each gathering is filled with music, social time, and a snack before students team up to complete a variety of puzzles—building not only problem-solving skills, but meaningful friendships along the way. 🧩✨
Their impact goes far beyond the classroom! This amazing group has:
🎄 Marched in the Miracle on Main Street parade
🎁 Donated wrapped gifts and handmade cards to residents at Amherst Manor during the holidays
🤝 Partnered with local organizations to share their work
Most recently, the club gifted puzzles to the Amherst Police Department and to Superintendent Molnar for display at the Board of Education.
Be sure to keep an eye out for more of their amazing work around the community—these students are truly making a difference, one piece at a time! 🧩
"Like the pieces of a puzzle, we gather together to build friendships that feel like family—because we all fit together!"
The Nord Puzzle Club Buddies launched this school year under the guidance of Ms. Susan Hershiser and Miss Rachael Maria, and what an incredible start it’s been! What began with 15 members quickly grew to 23, with about 20 students regularly attending each meeting.
Each gathering is filled with music, social time, and a snack before students team up to complete a variety of puzzles—building not only problem-solving skills, but meaningful friendships along the way. 🧩✨
Their impact goes far beyond the classroom! This amazing group has:
🎄 Marched in the Miracle on Main Street parade
🎁 Donated wrapped gifts and handmade cards to residents at Amherst Manor during the holidays
🤝 Partnered with local organizations to share their work
Most recently, the club gifted puzzles to the Amherst Police Department and to Superintendent Molnar for display at the Board of Education.
Be sure to keep an eye out for more of their amazing work around the community—these students are truly making a difference, one piece at a time! 🧩
⚾🏀🏐 Attention Comet Families! Summer Camps Are Here! 🏐🏀⚽
All information for our Comet Athletic Summer Camps can be found by clicking the link below 👇
☀️ Camp Lineup:
🏐 Girls Volleyball Camp
🏀 Girls Basketball Camp
🤼 Amherst Youth Wrestling Camp (featuring Johnni DiJulius)
⚽ Boys & Girls Soccer Camp
🏀 Boys Basketball Camp
🏈 Football Camp
👉 Don’t miss out on a great summer of skill-building, teamwork, and fun! Be sure to register before deadlines fill up!
Be sure to check the link for full details and to register!
https://amherstcomets.com/news/comet-athletic-summer-camps-69c56fa5ee7731df02f601ac
All information for our Comet Athletic Summer Camps can be found by clicking the link below 👇
☀️ Camp Lineup:
🏐 Girls Volleyball Camp
🏀 Girls Basketball Camp
🤼 Amherst Youth Wrestling Camp (featuring Johnni DiJulius)
⚽ Boys & Girls Soccer Camp
🏀 Boys Basketball Camp
🏈 Football Camp
👉 Don’t miss out on a great summer of skill-building, teamwork, and fun! Be sure to register before deadlines fill up!
Be sure to check the link for full details and to register!
https://amherstcomets.com/news/comet-athletic-summer-camps-69c56fa5ee7731df02f601ac
✨📚 Another Star Speller Shines! 📚✨
We’re excited to celebrate another outstanding achievement as one of our Comets heads to the next level!
Congratulations to 6th grader Ava Agostinelli on earning her spot in the Lorain County Spelling Bee on April 23 at Northwood Middle School in Elyria! 🐝👏
Ava secured her place by becoming the top speller in the Amherst Junior High Spelling Bee—an incredible accomplishment that reflects her hard work, dedication, and determination.
We are so proud of you, Ava! 💫 We can’t wait to cheer you on and know you will represent Comet Nation with excellence.
#CometPride #SpellingBee #StudentSuccess #amherstcomets
Pictured with Ava are her teacher, Mrs. Carly Brockman, and her father, Mr. John Agostinelli, who is also a teacher at Steele.
We’re excited to celebrate another outstanding achievement as one of our Comets heads to the next level!
Congratulations to 6th grader Ava Agostinelli on earning her spot in the Lorain County Spelling Bee on April 23 at Northwood Middle School in Elyria! 🐝👏
Ava secured her place by becoming the top speller in the Amherst Junior High Spelling Bee—an incredible accomplishment that reflects her hard work, dedication, and determination.
We are so proud of you, Ava! 💫 We can’t wait to cheer you on and know you will represent Comet Nation with excellence.
#CometPride #SpellingBee #StudentSuccess #amherstcomets
Pictured with Ava are her teacher, Mrs. Carly Brockman, and her father, Mr. John Agostinelli, who is also a teacher at Steele.
Camp Invention has partnered with the Nord Family Foundation to offer scholarships for students interested in attending this STEM-based camp. Camp will be held at Nord School from June 1-5 (9-3:30 pm). If you are interested in taking advantage of this generous opportunity, please email campinventionamherst@gmail.com.
Due to limited funds, please act quickly to secure this opportunity. Thank you to the Nord Family Foundation for encouraging science learning in our community!
Due to limited funds, please act quickly to secure this opportunity. Thank you to the Nord Family Foundation for encouraging science learning in our community!
📢 Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update
Stay connected with the latest news and highlights from across Amherst Schools! This week’s update includes:
✔️ Spring Break Reminder
✔️ Student highlights and achievements
✔️ Classroom learning in action
✔️ Upcoming events & opportunities
✔️ Gallery of Success nominations
Don’t miss out—click below to read the full update and see all the great things happening in our district!
🔗 Read more here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-march-27-2026
Stay connected with the latest news and highlights from across Amherst Schools! This week’s update includes:
✔️ Spring Break Reminder
✔️ Student highlights and achievements
✔️ Classroom learning in action
✔️ Upcoming events & opportunities
✔️ Gallery of Success nominations
Don’t miss out—click below to read the full update and see all the great things happening in our district!
🔗 Read more here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-march-27-2026
🌸 Spring Break Reminder 🌸
Amherst Schools will be on Spring Break from Monday, March 30th through Monday, April 6th.
Students return on Tuesday, April 7th — we hope everyone enjoys a safe, relaxing, and fun break! ☀️
📢 Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update
Check out the latest update covering great things happening across our district:
✅ Steele Strikes Cancer makes a lasting impact
✅ Nord Spelling Bee fun
✅ AJH students shine at OMEA Honors Festival
✅ Steele senior attends SNA Legislative Action Conference
✅ Indoor Track & Field competes at New Balance Nationals
✅ Girls Flag Football kicks off
✅ Upcoming district events & opportunities
🔗 Read more here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-march-20-2026
We’re proud of our students, staff, and community—take a moment to see all the amazing highlights!
Check out the latest update covering great things happening across our district:
✅ Steele Strikes Cancer makes a lasting impact
✅ Nord Spelling Bee fun
✅ AJH students shine at OMEA Honors Festival
✅ Steele senior attends SNA Legislative Action Conference
✅ Indoor Track & Field competes at New Balance Nationals
✅ Girls Flag Football kicks off
✅ Upcoming district events & opportunities
🔗 Read more here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-march-20-2026
We’re proud of our students, staff, and community—take a moment to see all the amazing highlights!
Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is here! ☄️
In this edition:
REMINDER: No School tomorrow, March 13, due a Staff Professional Development Day
🎶 Music In Our Schools Month
📚 Comet Pride Storybook Trail ready for spring
🇺🇸 Steele seniors honored at Military Signing Day
🐝 AJH students competing in the Scripps Spelling Bee District Finals
…and more!
Read the full update below. #CometPride
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-march-12-2026
In this edition:
REMINDER: No School tomorrow, March 13, due a Staff Professional Development Day
🎶 Music In Our Schools Month
📚 Comet Pride Storybook Trail ready for spring
🇺🇸 Steele seniors honored at Military Signing Day
🐝 AJH students competing in the Scripps Spelling Bee District Finals
…and more!
Read the full update below. #CometPride
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-march-12-2026
🌟 Tonight is Family First Night! 🌟
There will be no sports, practices, evening events, or homework tonight. Take the opportunity to spend some quality time together as a family!
Grab dinner at one of our great local spots, play a game, watch a movie, or simply enjoy time together. 💚💛
There will be no sports, practices, evening events, or homework tonight. Take the opportunity to spend some quality time together as a family!
Grab dinner at one of our great local spots, play a game, watch a movie, or simply enjoy time together. 💚💛
🏐 Powder Buff Volleyball Game TONIGHT at Marion L. Steele 🏐
Get ready for a fun night of competition and school spirit! Join us for the Marion L. Steele Powder Buff Volleyball Game TONIGHT, March 10 at 6:30 PM in the North Gym (MPR).💲 Admission: $5
Come out and support the players while enjoying a great evening of volleyball and Comet pride! 💚💛
🏈 Attention Future AJH Football Players!
Students interested in playing football at Amherst Junior High School next year should attend the 2026 season sign-up meeting on Friday, March 20 during Comet Pride Period in the AJH Creative Learning Center (CLC).
This meeting is for students in the Class of 2031 and 2032.
Questions? Email Coach Jon Limpert at jon_limpert@amherstk12.org
Students interested in playing football at Amherst Junior High School next year should attend the 2026 season sign-up meeting on Friday, March 20 during Comet Pride Period in the AJH Creative Learning Center (CLC).
This meeting is for students in the Class of 2031 and 2032.
Questions? Email Coach Jon Limpert at jon_limpert@amherstk12.org
📢 Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update – March 6
Check out this week’s Community Update highlighting great things happening across Amherst Schools, including:
• Steele Strikes Cancer activities at Powers Elementary
• The No Hate Tour at Marion L. Steele High School
• A national conference opportunity for Nutrition Services & a Steele senior
• AJH choir students shining at Solo & Ensemble
Plus a look at our state-bound athletes and upcoming events!
Read the full update here:
🔗 https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-march-6-2026
#CometNation ☄️
Check out this week’s Community Update highlighting great things happening across Amherst Schools, including:
• Steele Strikes Cancer activities at Powers Elementary
• The No Hate Tour at Marion L. Steele High School
• A national conference opportunity for Nutrition Services & a Steele senior
• AJH choir students shining at Solo & Ensemble
Plus a look at our state-bound athletes and upcoming events!
Read the full update here:
🔗 https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-march-6-2026
#CometNation ☄️
Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is here! 💚💛
This week’s update covers:
⭐ Olympic fun with our Powers Best Buddies
🏀 AJH Comets competing in Unified Basketball at Avon Middle School
🤝 Path & Green’s visit to Walter G. Nord School
🎗️ Steele Strikes Cancer through Blood Cancer United
📣 Plus highlights on COMETSLIVE! Fundraiser, Amherst Comets Youth Wrestling, and Lady Comets Flag Football apparel
There’s a lot of great things happening across Comet Nation — be sure to check it out and stay connected!
Read the update here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-february-27-2026
The February 20 Community Update from Superintendent Molnar is now live!
Catch up on student success stories, scholarship opportunities, senior night recaps, and Gallery of Success nominations.
Read more here:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-february-20-2026
Catch up on student success stories, scholarship opportunities, senior night recaps, and Gallery of Success nominations.
Read more here:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-february-20-2026
The Amherst Schools Wellness Committee will be hosting a meeting this Thursday, February 19th at 3:00 PM that is open to the public. All those interested are invited to attend and be part of the conversation 💚💛
To learn more, please contact Deanne Kelbley at deanne_kelbley@amherstk12.org!
📢 Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update
This week’s update includes:
• No school reminders
• Olympic fun in P.E. at Powers
• Comet Nation license plate fundraiser
• Senior Night recaps
• Upcoming district events
Read here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-february-12-2026
#AmherstComets #CometPride
