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!

2 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green, gold, and white invitation featuring the new Amherst Schools Transportation Facility and Comets logo. Community members are invited to a grand opening, ribbon cutting, and open house on Monday, October 26, 2026, with the ceremony at 6:15 p.m., at 6967 S. Dewey Road, Amherst, OH 44001. Join the celebration and take a look inside the new facility.
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!
3 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
No School - October 19, 2026 - Professional Development for Staff

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!

5 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green and gold graphic featuring the Amherst Comets logo and the text “Superintendent Mike Molnar’s Community Update, 2026–2027 School Year, October 16, 2026.”
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.
6 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Three smiling students pose together during the first day of Marion Mentoring at Nord Elementary. Activity sheets, markers, and crayons are spread across the table as other students participate in the background.
Four students from Nord Elementary and Marion L. Steele High School gather around a table during Marion Mentoring. The students smile for a photo with bingo activity sheets in front of them.
Two younger Comets pose with two older mentors, including a student in a Navy cadet uniform, during the first Marion Mentoring session. The group gathers around a table with bingo sheets as other students participate nearby.
Five students smile around a classroom table while participating in Marion Mentoring at Nord Elementary. Bingo sheets and markers are spread across the table as older and younger Comets enjoy time 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! 💚💛

7 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Powers Elementary students gather beside a fire truck with open equipment compartments. Two students smile at the camera, with a firefighter’s protective coat and tools displayed behind them.
An Amherst firefighter holds a long metal tool while speaking to Powers Elementary students gathered beside a fire truck. Open compartments reveal firefighting equipment.
An Amherst firefighter demonstrates full protective gear, including a helmet, face mask, gloves, and reflective clothing, as students watch in a Powers Elementary classroom.
Two Powers Elementary students explore the cab of a fire truck. One stands inside beside firefighter equipment while the other smiles at the camera from the entrance steps.
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.
7 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
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. 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! 💚💛
8 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Community Cleanup flyer for Marion L. Steele’s EcoLeague, featuring photos of students collecting litter outdoors. Join the cleanup October 24, 2026, from 10–11:15 a.m. at the green space across from Ghost Tree. All are welcome—show up and help, rain or shine. For more information, contact Mrs. DeLeon at angie_deleon@amherstk12.org.
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! 💚💛
9 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green and gold AJH Boys Basketball graphic listing October 2026 open gyms and tryouts. All events take place at Amherst Junior High. Open gyms: October 15, 7th grade, 4–5 p.m.; October 19, 8th grade, 4–5:30 p.m.; October 20, 7th grade, 4–5:30 p.m.; October 21, 8th grade, 4–5:30 p.m.; October 22, 7th grade, 4–5:30 p.m. Tryouts on October 26 and 27: 8th grade, 4–5:30 p.m.; 7th grade, 5:30–7 p.m. All students trying out must have a current OHSAA physical on file. A basketball appears beside the schedule, with “Go Comets!” at the bottom.
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!
9 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green and gold “National Principals Month” graphic featuring eight Amherst school leaders. Top row, left to right: Brian Teppner, Powers Elementary principal; Nick Toney, Walter G. Nord principal; Andrew Hoffman, Amherst Junior High principal; and Joseph Tellier, Marion L. Steele High School principal. Bottom row: Mary Scott Willams, Little Comets Preschool coordinator and Powers Elementary assistant principal; Nick Doehr, Amherst Junior High assistant principal; Ashley Harigan and Becky McArthur, Marion L. Steele High School assistant principals. “Thank You” appears at the bottom.
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
9 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green and gold flyer announcing Second Harvest food distribution for Amherst families at Steele High School on October 22, noon–1 p.m. RSVP by October 16 using the “Click Here to RSVP” button. Families unable to attend should contact school social worker Jill Maiorca at 440-988-1645 or jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
📣 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
13 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Superintendent Mike Molnar's Community Update - October 8, 2026 Green graphic with A logo faded in background
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
13 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Three students pose on the athletic field beside handmade state floats, including a North Carolina display with a model coastline. A student operates a video camera in the background.
Three smiling students display state projects on the track, including a Boston Tea Party scene, a West Virginia mountain display, and a Wyoming float.
Three students pose behind Florida, Wisconsin, and Idaho floats decorated with state symbols. The student beside Wisconsin wears a cheese-shaped hat.
A student in a black Messi shirt pulls a handmade float along the track, followed by a line of classmates with their state projects.
A student in a colorful fleece jacket pulls a white state float decorated with beads and miniature trees while classmates watch from behind the fence.
A smiling student in a black-and-white hoodie pulls a handmade state float along the track as classmates watch from behind the fence.
Two students pose beside a Maine float featuring a miniature pine tree, pinecones, a moose figure, and state facts.
A student holds a colorful Texas project featuring the state outline, flag, and a drawing of a mockingbird. Classmates walk nearby with other state floats.
A smiling student in a tan hoodie pulls a black float decorated with an American flag and state images while classmates watch from behind the fence.
A student in an orange shirt pulls a pink-and-blue Maryland float decorated with wildlife pictures and miniature buildings along the track.
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! ☄️
19 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Marion L. Steele High School Homecoming 2026 graphic featuring a collage of a Comets football player, marching band, cheerleaders, and students cheering in the stands. Large white “Homecoming” lettering and gold “2026” text appear over the green-tinted photos.

There’s so much to celebrate in today’s Community Update! ☄️

See how Powers Elementary celebrated Fred R. Powers Day, catch the egg drop fun in Mrs. Hershiser’s fourth grade class, and take a look at our fifth graders’ Camp Fitch experience. We’re also recognizing September’s Comet Champions at AJH, highlighting a Project Lead the Way course, and celebrating Tennis Senior Night at Steele.

Read these stories and more in today’s Community Update linked below:

https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-september-25-2026

26 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green and white graphic with Amherst A logo in background stating Superintendent Mike Molnar's Community Update - 2026-2027 School Year - September 25, 2026

💀 The 27th Annual Skeleton Run/Walk is coming Sunday, October 25—and the deadline to guarantee your preferred swag is only one week away!

Register by Thursday, October 1, to choose a synthetic shirt, cotton shirt or hat. If you’ve been meaning to sign up, now is the time to secure the option you want!

👟 Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Amherst/AmherstSkeletonRun

Come run, walk or join the costume fun! Every registration supports RunAmherst youth athletes and programs.

We’ll see you at the starting line! GO COMETS! 💚💛

27 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Halloween-themed flyer for the 27th Annual Skeleton Run/Walk, presented by Cookie McLoda and Les Kreeger. Cartoon skeletons run beneath a full moon. The event is Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Marion L. Steele High School in Amherst. Proceeds benefit RunAmherst athletes. Register at runsignup.com/Race/OH/Amherst/AmherstSkeletonRun.
🎓 College Night is coming to Marion L. Steele High School!

MLS students and parents are invited to join the Steele Counseling Department on Tuesday, September 29, at 6:00 p.m. in the Creative Learning Center Presentation Area.

The evening will cover:

✅ The college application process
✅ Common App
✅ SchoolLinks
✅ Upcoming ACT and SAT dates
✅ FAFSA overview

Whether you are beginning the college-planning process or preparing to apply, this informative evening will help you take the next step with confidence!

Questions? Contact Jessica Heben at jessica_heben@amherstk12.org.
28 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green, gold and white graphic promoting College Night for Marion L. Steele High School parents and students. The event will be held September 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Steele Creative Learning Center Presentation Area. Topics include the college application process, Common App, SchoolLinks, upcoming ACT and SAT dates, and a FAFSA overview. Questions may be directed to Jessica Heben at jessica_heben@amherstk12.org
Fall Senior Nights are here! 🎓💚💛

Join us as we recognize and celebrate the dedication, accomplishments and Comet Pride of our senior student-athletes, cheerleaders and band members. Come fill the stands, cheer them on and help make these special evenings memorable!

🎾 Girls Tennis — September 23
⚽ Girls Soccer — October 7
⚽ Boys Soccer — October 12
🏃 Cross Country — October 13
🏐 Volleyball — October 15
🏈 Football, Cheer, Band & Golf — October 16

Mark your calendars and come out to support our seniors as they represent Marion L. Steele High School one more time! Go Comets! ☄️
28 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green and gold Marion L. Steele High School graphic listing 2026 Fall Sports Senior Nights. Girls Tennis: September 23 at 4:00 p.m.; Girls Soccer: October 7 at 6:30 p.m.; Boys Soccer: October 12 at 6:30 p.m.; Cross Country: October 13 following the Cooley Mile at 5:50 p.m.; Volleyball: October 15 at 6:30 p.m.; and Football, Cheer, Band and Golf: October 16 at 6:30 p.m. The Comet mascot appears on the right.

What an incredible afternoon for the Comet Pride Fun Run! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

A total of 380 runners in grades K–6 registered for Friday’s event, hosted by Run Amherst. Family members and friends lined the course to cheer on our young Comets as they gave their best effort and crossed the finish line with pride! 💚💛

Thank you to the dedicated Run Amherst partners whose continued support makes opportunities like this possible for our students.

A special shoutout to AMD Photography for capturing so many wonderful moments from the event!

📸 View the full photo gallery here:
https://runamherst.smugmug.com/.../Comet-Pride-Fun-Run-9...

Congratulations to all of our runners! ☄️

29 days ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Photo collage from the Comet Pride Fun Run featuring hundreds of K–6 students gathered on the field and children running while families and volunteers cheer. The graphic thanks RunAmherst partners and sponsors and includes the website RunAmherst.com.
🎶🏆 STATE BOUND! 🏆🎶

Congratulations to the Amherst Marching Comets on earning a Superior Rating at Bowling Green this past weekend! This outstanding achievement qualified the band for the State Marching Band Finals on October 31!

We are incredibly proud of our talented student musicians, directors and staff for their hard work and dedication. Way to represent Amherst! 💚💛

Go Marching Comets! ☄️
about 1 month ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Green and gold graphic reads, “Bowling Green Competition 9/19 — I, Superior Rating — Qualified for State!” over a faded Amherst Marching Comets logo.
Members of the Amherst Marching Comets perform under the stadium lights in green, gold, black and white uniforms. A student plays tenor drums at the center while brass musicians and a yellow color guard flag frame the scene.
Amherst Marching Comets percussionists and brass musicians perform on the field in green, gold, black and white uniforms while yellow color guard flags wave in the background.
Members of the Amherst Marching Comets brass section perform outdoors in green, gold, black and white uniforms, playing baritones, trombones and tubas.
📣 Superintendent Molnar’s latest Community Update is here!

Catch up on the great things happening across Amherst Schools, including:

💚 A special thank-you to everyone who supported the Amherst Schools Educational Foundation
🏘️ Third graders exploring Amherst’s rich history
➗ Hands-on mathematics fun at Nord
✨ And much more!

Read the full update here:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/newsletters/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-september-18-2026

#IAmAmherst #CometPride
about 1 month ago, Amherst Exempted Village Schools
Alt text: Green and gold graphic reading, “Superintendent Mike Molnar’s Community Update — 2026–2027 School Year,” with a large, faded Amherst “A” logo in the background.