Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is here! Please take a moment to read about the challenges ahead for Amherst Schools and our continued commitment to educating and supporting our students.
This week’s update also includes:
• Harlem Wizards tickets—get yours and join the fun!
• Peer model openings at Little Comets Preschool
• Powder Puff Game details—come cheer on our Comets!
• A State send-off for Lola Schaaf
Plus, find more student celebrations and upcoming community events!
Click the link below to read the full update:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-november-6-2026
This week’s update also includes:
• Harlem Wizards tickets—get yours and join the fun!
• Peer model openings at Little Comets Preschool
• Powder Puff Game details—come cheer on our Comets!
• A State send-off for Lola Schaaf
Plus, find more student celebrations and upcoming community events!
Click the link below to read the full update:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-november-6-2026
Need a little help with groceries? Second Harvest will be at Steele High School on Thursday, November 19, from 12–1 p.m. to support Amherst families.
Please RSVP by November 13 using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBZtk9MKZIeMaHA6_57vgz-mLuA_c9M9a1hw9hIroWzz5Ozw/viewform
Unable to make the pickup? Please contact Amherst Schools Social Worker Jill Maiorca at 440-988-1645 or jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Please RSVP by November 13 using the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBZtk9MKZIeMaHA6_57vgz-mLuA_c9M9a1hw9hIroWzz5Ozw/viewform
Unable to make the pickup? Please contact Amherst Schools Social Worker Jill Maiorca at 440-988-1645 or jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Ready to hit the slopes? Learn more about SnowSports Club! ⛷️
Steele and AJH Students interested in joining this winter are invited to meet with Mr. Darkow to learn about the club, registration, costs, and more.
Wednesday, November 4
• Student meeting: 7:05 a.m. in the CLC at Steele High School
• Parent meeting: 6:30 p.m. at Amherst Junior High
Can’t attend either meeting? Students can stop by Room 505 to speak with Mr. Darkow, or families can email jon_darkow@amherstk12.org for more information. AJH students can reach out to Mrs. Janet Latto, janet_latto@amherstk12.org with any questions 🏂
Steele and AJH Students interested in joining this winter are invited to meet with Mr. Darkow to learn about the club, registration, costs, and more.
Wednesday, November 4
• Student meeting: 7:05 a.m. in the CLC at Steele High School
• Parent meeting: 6:30 p.m. at Amherst Junior High
Can’t attend either meeting? Students can stop by Room 505 to speak with Mr. Darkow, or families can email jon_darkow@amherstk12.org for more information. AJH students can reach out to Mrs. Janet Latto, janet_latto@amherstk12.org with any questions 🏂
Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is here! This week, catch up on news from our schools, enjoy a look at elementary school fun, and find state send-off information for our Amherst Marching Comets!
Plus, explore upcoming events and more happening across our district.
Click the link below to read the full update! 💚💛
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-october-30-2026
Plus, explore upcoming events and more happening across our district.
Click the link below to read the full update! 💚💛
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-october-30-2026
The Amherst Board of Education will hold its Regular Board Meeting tonight, October 26, at 5:30 p.m. at the NEW Amherst Schools Transportation Center, 6967 S. Dewey Road.
Community members are encouraged to attend—your voice matters!
Following the meeting, join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate our new Transportation Center. We look forward to seeing you there! 💚💛
Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is here! This week’s highlights include:
• A fun day of staff collaboration focused on student success and support
• A spotlight on AJH’s Student Nutrition Advisory Council
• A look at the work of our Gifted Education Coordinator
• Shout-outs to our Marching Comets, Game Day Cheerleaders, and Mia Kothe for her first-place finish at the SWC Championships
• Fall sports Teacher Appreciation Night celebrations
• A Powder Puff save-the-date—our community is invited to join the fun!
Plus, find details on upcoming community events and more!
Click the link below to read the full update!
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-october-23-2026
• A fun day of staff collaboration focused on student success and support
• A spotlight on AJH’s Student Nutrition Advisory Council
• A look at the work of our Gifted Education Coordinator
• Shout-outs to our Marching Comets, Game Day Cheerleaders, and Mia Kothe for her first-place finish at the SWC Championships
• Fall sports Teacher Appreciation Night celebrations
• A Powder Puff save-the-date—our community is invited to join the fun!
Plus, find details on upcoming community events and more!
Click the link below to read the full update!
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-october-23-2026
Spots are still available at Little Comets Preschool! 💚💛
We’re accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year for children who turned four by August 27, 2026.
Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Families offered a classroom placement will receive an email with registration instructions, including prorated tuition.
Apply here: Little Comets Preschool Application 2026-2027
We look forward to welcoming more Little Comets!
We’re accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year for children who turned four by August 27, 2026.
Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Families offered a classroom placement will receive an email with registration instructions, including prorated tuition.
Apply here: Little Comets Preschool Application 2026-2027
We look forward to welcoming more Little Comets!
Amherst Schools Transportation Facility Open House
You’re invited to celebrate the grand opening of our new Amherst Schools Transportation Facility! Join us on Monday, October 26, at 6:15 p.m. for a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house at 6967 S. Dewey Road, Amherst.
We look forward to welcoming our families, staff, and community members for this special occasion. Come take a look inside our new facility and celebrate with us!
Friendly reminder, Comet families: There is NO SCHOOL today, Monday, October 19, due to Staff Professional Development Day.
Enjoy your day! We look forward to welcoming students back tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20!
Enjoy your day! We look forward to welcoming students back tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20!
Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is here! This week’s highlights include:
• Celebrating our Staff Members of the Month
• Career Expo highlights and the outstanding work of CometsLive
• Katelyn Bussard’s finish at the State Tennis Tournament
• Senior Night video recaps for Boys Soccer, Cross Country, and Volleyball
& more!
Plus, don’t forget: NO SCHOOL Monday, October 19, for Staff Professional Development Day.
Tonight is Senior Night for Football, Cheer, Band, and Golf! Join us at our home football game against North Ridgeville to celebrate these outstanding Comets!
Read the full update here:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-october-16-2026
Go Comets!
Building Connections Through Marion Mentoring!💚💛
Today marked the first day of Marion Mentoring, and we love seeing our older and younger Comets come together!
Through this special program, Marion L. Steele High School students visit Nord Elementary during their lunch periods to share a meal, play games, build friendships, and serve as positive role models for our younger Comets.
These moments of connection help build confidence, encourage kindness, and create meaningful relationships across our schools. It's a wonderful example of Comets supporting Comets!
A special thank you to Nord School Counselor Mrs. Kremer and Steele School Counselor Mrs. Cooney for leading this program and creating opportunities for our students to connect and grow together.
Today marked the first day of Marion Mentoring, and we love seeing our older and younger Comets come together!
Through this special program, Marion L. Steele High School students visit Nord Elementary during their lunch periods to share a meal, play games, build friendships, and serve as positive role models for our younger Comets.
These moments of connection help build confidence, encourage kindness, and create meaningful relationships across our schools. It's a wonderful example of Comets supporting Comets!
A special thank you to Nord School Counselor Mrs. Kremer and Steele School Counselor Mrs. Cooney for leading this program and creating opportunities for our students to connect and grow together.
A special shout-out to our friends at the Amherst Fire Department for helping our youngest Comets learn about fire safety! 🚒
Each year, firefighters visit students across the grades at Powers Elementary to share safety tips, introduce the gear they wear to fight fires, and give students a chance to explore a fire truck up close!
These visits also help students feel comfortable with firefighters. Seeing their protective gear and learning about their work helps children understand that—even when firefighters look or sound different in their equipment—they are there to help.
Thank you, Amherst Fire Department, for your care, dedication, and commitment to keeping our students and community safe! 💚💛
Each year, firefighters visit students across the grades at Powers Elementary to share safety tips, introduce the gear they wear to fight fires, and give students a chance to explore a fire truck up close!
These visits also help students feel comfortable with firefighters. Seeing their protective gear and learning about their work helps children understand that—even when firefighters look or sound different in their equipment—they are there to help.
Thank you, Amherst Fire Department, for your care, dedication, and commitment to keeping our students and community safe! 💚💛
Free Thanksgiving Meal Boxes Available for Amherst Families
Could your family use a little help this Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving Heroes is offering free holiday meal boxes for local Amherst families.
Families can sign up by completing the Thanksgiving Meal Request Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem1VbE9YHCOJ5s1P-cdmeDd4BT0AaPi8M8ks5kYIbtNaV6sA/viewform
Meal boxes will be delivered on Saturday, November 21, from 9 a.m. to noon. Someone must be home to receive the delivery.
For questions or more information, contact school social worker Jill Maiorca at jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org or 440-988-1645.
Could your family use a little help this Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving Heroes is offering free holiday meal boxes for local Amherst families.
Families can sign up by completing the Thanksgiving Meal Request Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem1VbE9YHCOJ5s1P-cdmeDd4BT0AaPi8M8ks5kYIbtNaV6sA/viewform
Meal boxes will be delivered on Saturday, November 21, from 9 a.m. to noon. Someone must be home to receive the delivery.
For questions or more information, contact school social worker Jill Maiorca at jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org or 440-988-1645.
Help keep Amherst beautiful! Join Marion L. Steele’s EcoLeague for a Community Cleanup on Saturday, October 24!
📅 October 24, 2026
⏰ 10–11:15 a.m.
📍 Green space across from Ghost Tree
Everyone is welcome! Simply show up ready to lend a hand and make a difference in our community. The cleanup will take place rain or shine.
For more information, contact Mrs. DeLeon at angie_deleon@amherstk12.org.
Go Comets! 💚💛
📅 October 24, 2026
⏰ 10–11:15 a.m.
📍 Green space across from Ghost Tree
Everyone is welcome! Simply show up ready to lend a hand and make a difference in our community. The cleanup will take place rain or shine.
For more information, contact Mrs. DeLeon at angie_deleon@amherstk12.org.
Go Comets! 💚💛
AJH boys basketball is just around the corner! Seventh and eighth grade students interested in playing are encouraged to attend open gyms and tryouts. All sessions take place at Amherst Junior High.
All students trying out must have a current OHSAA physical on file.
Go Comets! 💚💛
All students trying out must have a current OHSAA physical on file.
Go Comets! 💚💛
October is National Principals Month! Please join me in celebrating our principals and assistant principals for their dedication to our Comets, staff, and school communities.
These leaders bring our mission to Educate, Equip, and Empower to life each day. They care for our students, support our teachers and staff, and keep our buildings safe, welcoming, and ready for learning.
Thank you to our principals and assistant principals for your compassion, leadership, and Comet Pride. I am grateful for all you do to help Amherst Schools thrive!
These leaders bring our mission to Educate, Equip, and Empower to life each day. They care for our students, support our teachers and staff, and keep our buildings safe, welcoming, and ready for learning.
Thank you to our principals and assistant principals for your compassion, leadership, and Comet Pride. I am grateful for all you do to help Amherst Schools thrive!
Need a little extra help with groceries? Amherst families in our Comet Community are encouraged to register for a Second Harvest food box. Pickup will take place at Steele High School on October 22 from noon–1 p.m.
Please RSVP by October 16 using the registration link on the flyer. If you’re unable to make the pickup time, contact school social worker Jill Maiorca at 440-988-1645 or jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org.
RSVP Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIxX6Raer83WGoW-bkzlLFmAKSXse9A663sR5QjFZ3Wx7EYw/viewform
Please RSVP by October 16 using the registration link on the flyer. If you’re unable to make the pickup time, contact school social worker Jill Maiorca at 440-988-1645 or jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org.
RSVP Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIxX6Raer83WGoW-bkzlLFmAKSXse9A663sR5QjFZ3Wx7EYw/viewform
📣 Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is arriving a day early with an important reminder: There is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Friday, October 9, due to NEOEA Day!
This week’s update also celebrates National Principals Month, shares a Space Available Bus Update, highlights Steele Girls Soccer Senior Night, and much more! 💚💛
📰 Read the Community Update here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-october-8-2026
This week’s update also celebrates National Principals Month, shares a Space Available Bus Update, highlights Steele Girls Soccer Senior Night, and much more! 💚💛
📰 Read the Community Update here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-october-8-2026
Each year, fifth graders at Walter G. Nord School explore the states that make our nation unique. Each student researches an assigned state and creates a float highlighting its important features, then presents what they’ve learned to their classmates.
The project wraps up with a States Parade around the Richard Cooley Track, where parents and family members cheer on our young researchers! It was wonderful to see the creativity in each float and the pride our Comets took in their work.
Thank you to COMETSLIVE for capturing the celebration! Watch the States Parade here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7M2ww_hbcg See less
The project wraps up with a States Parade around the Richard Cooley Track, where parents and family members cheer on our young researchers! It was wonderful to see the creativity in each float and the pride our Comets took in their work.
Thank you to COMETSLIVE for capturing the celebration! Watch the States Parade here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7M2ww_hbcg See less
Celebrate Homecoming and all that makes Amherst special! 💚💛
Superintendent Molnar’s special **Homecoming Edition of the Community Update** is here! Read his Homecoming message, learn about our Gallery of Success inductees, meet the Homecoming Court, and find parade and game information to help you join the celebration.
🔗 Read here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-homecoming-edition
Let’s show our Comet Pride! ☄️
Superintendent Molnar’s special **Homecoming Edition of the Community Update** is here! Read his Homecoming message, learn about our Gallery of Success inductees, meet the Homecoming Court, and find parade and game information to help you join the celebration.
🔗 Read here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-homecoming-edition
Let’s show our Comet Pride! ☄️