More Reading Café fun from Mrs. Escher’s Kindergarten class at Powers Elementary School! 📚
Students enjoyed spending time reading with their special guests while sharing some delicious snacks along the way. It was a wonderful opportunity for our young Comets to show off the incredible progress they’ve made throughout the school year with someone special by their side.
These kindergarteners are more than ready for first grade next year! Great job, Comets — and a big shout out to Mrs. Escher for creating such a meaningful experience for her students and families 💚💛
Students enjoyed spending time reading with their special guests while sharing some delicious snacks along the way. It was a wonderful opportunity for our young Comets to show off the incredible progress they’ve made throughout the school year with someone special by their side.
These kindergarteners are more than ready for first grade next year! Great job, Comets — and a big shout out to Mrs. Escher for creating such a meaningful experience for her students and families 💚💛
Powers is no longer in a lockdown. We have resumed our normal day. All staff and students are safe and accounted for.
Have a great rest of your day!
Powers Admin Team
☂️✨ You’re Invited to a Practically Perfect Family Fun Day! ✨☂️
Join us for MLS Theatre’s Family Fun Day featuring Mary Poppins on Sunday, April 19, 2026!
🎉 Family Fun begins at 1:15 PM
🎭 Performance starts at 2:00 PM
Bring the whole family for a magical afternoon filled with:
• Meet & greets with Mary and Bert
• Chalk drawing fun
• VIP floor seating for kids right in front of the stage
• Special gifts for young attendees
🎟️ Purchase tickets at mls1422.ludus.com
🎟️ Tickets will also be available at the door until sold out
Don’t miss this supercalifragilisticexpialidocious day of fun! 💙
Join us for MLS Theatre’s Family Fun Day featuring Mary Poppins on Sunday, April 19, 2026!
🎉 Family Fun begins at 1:15 PM
🎭 Performance starts at 2:00 PM
Bring the whole family for a magical afternoon filled with:
• Meet & greets with Mary and Bert
• Chalk drawing fun
• VIP floor seating for kids right in front of the stage
• Special gifts for young attendees
🎟️ Purchase tickets at mls1422.ludus.com
🎟️ Tickets will also be available at the door until sold out
Don’t miss this supercalifragilisticexpialidocious day of fun! 💙
🍽️ April Lunch Menus Are Here! 🍽️
Take a moment today to check out what’s on the menu for the month as we head back to school tomorrow!
👉 https://www.amherstk12.org/page/nutrition-services
Stay informed and see all the delicious options our Comets can look forward to this April! 💚💛
Take a moment today to check out what’s on the menu for the month as we head back to school tomorrow!
👉 https://www.amherstk12.org/page/nutrition-services
Stay informed and see all the delicious options our Comets can look forward to this April! 💚💛
☀️🎉 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
⚾🏀🏐 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
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!
🌟 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. 💚💛
Happy New Year! No school tomorrow. Staff are participating in professional development. Students return on Tuesday, January 6th.
Free Breakfast for All K-12 Amherst Students Starting January 6!
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.
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.
Stay safe everyone. No school today at Powers. The entire county has closed schools for the day. Please help to get the word out! Thanks!
🎁 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! 🌟
Congratulations to the Powers PBIS Committee & Staff who earned GOLD State Recognition from the Ohio Department of Education for the 2024-2025 school year.
Gold State Recognition from the Ohio Department of Education signifies a highest level of achievement within the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Recognition System. In the PBIS system, a Gold award means a school has demonstrated high fidelity in implementing its behavior support plan.
Amherst School District Families,
Please complete this form to reserve an Amherst Second Harvest Food Box for November 2025. PLEASE COMPLETE ONE FORM ONLY PER FAMILY! Food will be available for pick up at Steele High School on Thursday, November 20th from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. In order to ensure enough food is ordered, please RSVP by Sunday, November 16th! IF you reserve a food box, please make arrangements for pick-up as food will be ordered based on RSVP numbers.
If you have questions or need assistance to complete this form, please contact Jill Maiorca, School Social Worker at jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org or leave a message at 440-988-1645.
Please complete this form to reserve an Amherst Second Harvest Food Box for November 2025. PLEASE COMPLETE ONE FORM ONLY PER FAMILY! Food will be available for pick up at Steele High School on Thursday, November 20th from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. In order to ensure enough food is ordered, please RSVP by Sunday, November 16th! IF you reserve a food box, please make arrangements for pick-up as food will be ordered based on RSVP numbers.
If you have questions or need assistance to complete this form, please contact Jill Maiorca, School Social Worker at jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org or leave a message at 440-988-1645.
📢 Community Announcement
The Amherst Exempted Village School District is currently experiencing an outage with both incoming and outgoing phone service.
Our telecommunications provider is actively working to restore service, and we will provide updates as soon as more information is available.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The Amherst Exempted Village School District is currently experiencing an outage with both incoming and outgoing phone service.
Our telecommunications provider is actively working to restore service, and we will provide updates as soon as more information is available.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
💚✨ 20 YEARS OF DEDICATION ✨💚
Please join us in celebrating and thanking these incredible staff members for 20 years of service to Amherst Schools! 🌟
👏 Carol Palacios
👏 Annette Allison
👏 Megan Kalchert
👏 Lisa Harcula
👏 Meg Reigler
👏 Katie Shullick
👏 Carol Wagner
👏 Lacey Reichert
👏 Maritza Layport
Your hard work, commitment, and passion have made a lasting impact on our students, schools, and community. We are so grateful for everything you do! 💛💚
#IAmAmherst #CometPride #20YearsOfService
Please join us in celebrating and thanking these incredible staff members for 20 years of service to Amherst Schools! 🌟
👏 Carol Palacios
👏 Annette Allison
👏 Megan Kalchert
👏 Lisa Harcula
👏 Meg Reigler
👏 Katie Shullick
👏 Carol Wagner
👏 Lacey Reichert
👏 Maritza Layport
Your hard work, commitment, and passion have made a lasting impact on our students, schools, and community. We are so grateful for everything you do! 💛💚
#IAmAmherst #CometPride #20YearsOfService
Please click below to read the Parent Tep Talk - Back to School Edition - August 2025! We are looking forward to a great school year!
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/powers-elementary-school/newsletters/parent-tep-talk-back-to-school-edition-august-2025
https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/powers-elementary-school/newsletters/parent-tep-talk-back-to-school-edition-august-2025
📢 Drive-Thru Mobile Pantry – POP UP!
📍 Amherst Jr High | 548 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001
📅 Wednesday, August 6, 2025
🕟 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Second Harvest Food Bank will be distributing FREE boxes of assorted shelf-stable food, produce, and more! 🍎🥫
🚗 Please remember:
• Remain in your vehicle
• Food will only be placed in the trunk
• Trunk must be clean and empty
• Limit 2 households per vehicle
This event is open to all. Help spread the word!
Learn more: www.secondharvestfoodbank.org
#MobilePantry #CommunitySupport #AmherstOhio #SecondHarvest
📍 Amherst Jr High | 548 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH 44001
📅 Wednesday, August 6, 2025
🕟 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Second Harvest Food Bank will be distributing FREE boxes of assorted shelf-stable food, produce, and more! 🍎🥫
🚗 Please remember:
• Remain in your vehicle
• Food will only be placed in the trunk
• Trunk must be clean and empty
• Limit 2 households per vehicle
This event is open to all. Help spread the word!
Learn more: www.secondharvestfoodbank.org
#MobilePantry #CommunitySupport #AmherstOhio #SecondHarvest
