Inside, you’ll find important reminders and highlights, including:
🚫 No School Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
School Board Appreciation Month — a special shoutout to our Board of Education
⭐ Little Comets Preschool applications now open for the 2026–2027 school year
📅 Upcoming events and important dates
👉 Read the full update here:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-january-16-2026

Please take a moment to review Mr. Toney’s latest Nord News for an informative principal’s message, December Comet Impact winners, and important upcoming dates and events.
👉 https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/walter-g-nord/newsletters/nord-news-friday-january-16th

The Little Comets Preschool Program is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year for peer models (children without delays or disabilities) who will be four years old by August 27, 2026.
📝 Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Families whose children are placed in a classroom will be notified by letter with next steps, including registration and a $300 deposit. Children not placed will be added to a waiting list and families will also be notified by letter.
📌 Click here for the application: https://forms.gle/pUGCLn79v13E26AB7

Amherst Exempted Village Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow due to the Lake Effect Snow Warning and the forecasted poor weather and road conditions.
The safety of our Comets is our top priority. Please stay safe and warm.

📣 Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is Here!
We’re kicking things off strong as we welcome everyone back, celebrate our outstanding senior hockey and swim athletes 🏒🏊♂️, and spotlight what’s coming up for Steele Athletics this weekend!
♻️ Plus, learn how you can recycle your holiday lights and make a positive impact, and stay in the loop with upcoming district events you won’t want to miss.
📸 Check out the update, catch the highlights, and see what’s happening across our community—we’re excited for what’s ahead!
👉 Read more and stay connected!
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-january-9-2026

🎄📣 Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update 📣🎄
Be sure to check out the latest Community Update from Superintendent Molnar, covering important reminders and exciting updates as we head into Winter Break—including a Winter Break reminder, free breakfast announcement, Little Comets Preschool Open House, what’s on deck for Steele Athletics over break, and holiday photos with warm wishes for our community.
Thank you for staying connected, and we wish everyone a safe, restful, and joyful break! 💚💛
Read the Update Here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-december-19-2025

Families with future preschoolers are invited to attend the Little Comets Preschool Open House for the 2026–2027 school year on January 14 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. at Powers Elementary School. Come learn more about the program, meet staff, and see what makes Little Comets such a special place to learn and grow.

When students return from break on January 6, all K-12 Amherst students will be eligible for a free breakfast. Each meal includes the main entree of the day, 2 fruit choices, and milk.
Breakfast is available using Nutrition Services funds, which are completely separate from the General Fund, ensuring our Comets get a healthy and tasty start to their day.
Please remind your student to know their 6-digit student number to receive breakfast.

📢 Superintendent Molnar’s Community Update is now available!
This week’s update covers:
• Chuck-A-Duck for Blood Cancer Fundraising Events
• Winter Concert Season Reminders & Live Stream Links
• Reminder to Check the Lost & Found Before Winter Break
• What’s on Deck for Steele Athletics
• Second Harvest Food Distribution Reminder
• Events Happening Around the District This Weekend
👉 Read it here:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-december-12-2025
Stay connected and informed, Comets! 💚💛

Check out the latest Community Update to stay informed about what’s happening across Amherst Schools!
This edition covers:
✔️ First Grade Gingerbread House Fun
✔️ Winter Concert Schedule
✔️ November 24th Board Meeting Recap
✔️ Second Harvest Food Distribution Info
✔️ December Lunch Menus
✔️ Upcoming Events
Read the full update here:
👉 https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-december-5-2025
Stay connected, stay informed, and thank you for being an essential part of our Amherst community! 💚📘✨

Amherst Exempted Village Schools will be CLOSED today due to snow and poor road conditions.
Your safety is our priority—please stay safe and warm!

Stay informed and connected with everything happening across Amherst Schools! This week’s update highlights several important district events, celebrations, and reminders you won’t want to miss — including Staff of the Month recognitions, upcoming theatre performances, NNDCC’s first annual military inspection, and more.
✨ Take a moment to read through the full update and stay in the loop with all things Amherst!
📄 Check it out below!
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-november-21-2025

🎁 Give the Gift of Camp Invention This Holiday Season! 🎁
From June 1–5, 2026, students entering grades 1–6 can enjoy a week of creativity, STEM challenges, and hands-on fun at Walter G. Nord School from 9:00 AM–3:30 PM.
💡 Cost: $285
💚 Holiday Savings: Register by December 31 and save $30!
👫 Extras: Payment plans and sibling discounts are available. A limited number of scholarships may also open in early 2026 for families needing assistance.
To learn more or register, contact Camp Director Erin Kinser or visit invent.org/cisave for additional locations.
Give your Comet a summer experience they’ll never forget! 🌟

Our School Social Workers, Ms. Maiorca and Mrs. Krichbaum, want to recognize these outstanding students who helped pack 95 food boxes for today’s Second Harvest Food Distribution! Their hard work and kindness make a real difference in our community. 💚💛
📦 Reminder: If you requested a box, pickup is 12:00–1:00 PM today. We will see you soon!




Check out the latest edition of our Community Update to see what’s been happening across Amherst Schools! This week’s highlights include:
💚🇺🇸 Honoring our Veterans
🩰 North Pointe Ballet visits Powers Elementary
🧠 AJH Academic Challenge Teams shine in competition
🏆 Steele celebrates 8 student-athletes on Signing Day
Plus—Fall Play details, Second Harvest news, district events, and more!
👉 Read the full update:
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-november-14-2025

Check out the latest Community Update for important district news and upcoming events!
🗣️ Message to the Community
💚 Comet Pride in Action
👨👩👧 Family First Night details
🎭 Play ticket info and more!
Read it here ➡️ https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/mr-molnar-s-community-update/newsletters/community-update-november-7-2025

Stay up to date with all the latest news and events from Amherst Junior High! Mr. Hoffman’s newest Comet Connection includes highlights such as 1st Quarter Honors, details on the Veterans Day Assembly, and much more. 🇺🇸✨
📖 Read it here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/amherst-junior-high-school/newsletters/ajh-comet-connection-november
#CometPride #AmherstJuniorHigh #AmherstSchools

Parents and guardians — don’t miss Mr. Toney’s Nord News Update, featuring highlights from around the school including First Quarter Honors, World Kindness Week, Comet Impact Award winners, upcoming events, and more! 🌟
📖 Read it here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/walter-g-nord/newsletters/nord-news-friday-november-7th
#CometPride #NordElementary #AmherstSchools

Marion L. Steele High School is excited to announce an International Educational & Cultural Trip to Italy! Students will visit Rome, Florence, Venice, and Assisi from March 25 – April 2, 2027.
Join us for an informational meeting on November 13 at 6:00 PM in the Steele CLC to learn more about this unforgettable experience!
✈️ Spots are limited to the first 31 students — don’t miss out!
💻 explorica.com/Cesear-7749
📧 Questions? Contact Mr. Cesear at brian_cesear@amherstk12.org
or stop by Room 203!

Join us Wednesday, November 5th, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Spitzer Autoworld Stadium for a fun night of friendly competition and Comet spirit as our students take the field!
🎟️ This is the one and only fundraiser for the Senior Prom! Support our seniors by purchasing a $5 ticket in advance at amherstcomets.com
Come out and cheer on your classmates in this Steele tradition — you won’t want to miss it! 💥
#CometPride #PowderPuff #WeAreAmherst

