On March 12, our Amherst Junior High and Steele High School Orchestra students had an unforgettable musical experience thanks to the Nord Family Foundation!
Students traveled to the historic Lorain Palace Theatre to hear a live performance by the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra.🎼 🎻✨
This special concert introduced students to the power of live symphonic music, exposing them to professional-level performance, a wide range of repertoire, and the excitement of a full orchestra in action. Experiences like this are invaluable in inspiring the next generation of musicians and deepening students’ appreciation for the arts.
A huge thank you to the Nord Family Foundation for making this opportunity possible!
#GoComets #AmherstOrchestra #ClevelandOrchestra #MusicEducationMatters #FutureMusicians
Students traveled to the historic Lorain Palace Theatre to hear a live performance by the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra.🎼 🎻✨
This special concert introduced students to the power of live symphonic music, exposing them to professional-level performance, a wide range of repertoire, and the excitement of a full orchestra in action. Experiences like this are invaluable in inspiring the next generation of musicians and deepening students’ appreciation for the arts.
A huge thank you to the Nord Family Foundation for making this opportunity possible!
#GoComets #AmherstOrchestra #ClevelandOrchestra #MusicEducationMatters #FutureMusicians
✨ REMINDER PROM 2 DAWN EARRING FUNDRAISER ✨
Support Prom 2 Dawn 2026 with these fun Amherst-themed earrings from The Amherst Collection! 💚💛
💲 $15 each
📅 Sale ends April 19
Every purchase helps create a safe, memorable, and fun after-prom experience for our students!
🛍️ Order here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/prom-2-dawn-earing-fundraiser
Thank you for supporting our Comets! ☄️
Support Prom 2 Dawn 2026 with these fun Amherst-themed earrings from The Amherst Collection! 💚💛
💲 $15 each
📅 Sale ends April 19
Every purchase helps create a safe, memorable, and fun after-prom experience for our students!
🛍️ Order here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/prom-2-dawn-earing-fundraiser
Thank you for supporting our Comets! ☄️
🎶✨ 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! 🎷💫
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
🌟 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! 💚💛
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.
🎄 The Marion L. Steele Holiday Alumni Concert is here! 🎶
Join us TONIGHT at 7:30 PM at St. Peter Parish for a festive evening of music featuring past and present MLS Choir members.
🎤 Directed by Mr. Eric Watts
🎹 Accompanied by Mr. Anthony Trifiletti
All are welcome—come enjoy the holiday spirit and support our talented singers! 💚💛
Join us TONIGHT at 7:30 PM at St. Peter Parish for a festive evening of music featuring past and present MLS Choir members.
🎤 Directed by Mr. Eric Watts
🎹 Accompanied by Mr. Anthony Trifiletti
All are welcome—come enjoy the holiday spirit and support our talented singers! 💚💛
🌟 Shoutout to Our Amazing Student Volunteers! 🌟
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!
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!
🇮🇹 ITALY 2027! 🌍
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!
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!
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.
💚💛 Introducing the SERVE Program at Steele! 💚💛
We’re excited to share about our new senior-only program: SERVE – Students Engaged in Responsible Volunteering and Education. This community service-learning program provides our seniors with a unique and meaningful educational experience while giving back to local social service agencies.
Through SERVE, students earn both an English credit and an elective credit, while also achieving the Community Service Graduation Seal and completing a pre-apprenticeship program by graduation.
Every Tuesday and Thursday, students volunteer across the community at places like the Amherst Historical Society, ReStore, Main Street Amherst, Nord, Powers, Good Knights of Lorain County, Friendship APL, Murray Ridge, and Oberlin Community Services. At Nord and Powers, they tutor, work one-on-one with students, and assist teachers in the classroom.
In addition, students bring their service experiences back into the classroom for weekly discussions, team building, and curriculum connections that tie directly to what they’re learning and seeing in these nonprofit settings.
This program truly combines education with impact — preparing our Comets for life beyond graduation while supporting the community we love!
We’re excited to share about our new senior-only program: SERVE – Students Engaged in Responsible Volunteering and Education. This community service-learning program provides our seniors with a unique and meaningful educational experience while giving back to local social service agencies.
Through SERVE, students earn both an English credit and an elective credit, while also achieving the Community Service Graduation Seal and completing a pre-apprenticeship program by graduation.
Every Tuesday and Thursday, students volunteer across the community at places like the Amherst Historical Society, ReStore, Main Street Amherst, Nord, Powers, Good Knights of Lorain County, Friendship APL, Murray Ridge, and Oberlin Community Services. At Nord and Powers, they tutor, work one-on-one with students, and assist teachers in the classroom.
In addition, students bring their service experiences back into the classroom for weekly discussions, team building, and curriculum connections that tie directly to what they’re learning and seeing in these nonprofit settings.
This program truly combines education with impact — preparing our Comets for life beyond graduation while supporting the community we love!
📰 Check out the latest Steele Report! Stay up to date with school news, upcoming events, and highlights from our Comet community.
👉 Read here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/marion-l-steele-high-school/newsletters/september-12-2025
#CometPride #SteeleStrong
👉 Read here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/marion-l-steele-high-school/newsletters/september-12-2025
#CometPride #SteeleStrong
💚💛 Steele Families—Your Latest Newsletter is Here! 💛💚
Stay up to date with what’s happening at Marion L. Steele High School! This week’s newsletter includes important updates, upcoming events, and highlights you won’t want to miss. 📚✨
📖 Read it here: https://amherstevsoh.edurooms.com/engage/marion-l-steele-high-school/newsletters/august-29-2025
Steele Principal, Mr. Tellier, spent the morning visiting our Comets at @LorainCountyJVS to share exciting upcoming events and stay connected with their journey. We are incredibly proud of these students for the dedication, hard work, and steps they are taking to prepare for bright futures beyond high school. 💚💛 Their commitment to learning and growth embodies what it means to be a Comet! 🚀
#GoComets
#GoComets
📢 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
☄️🏃♂️ Steele Boys Cross Country Season Opener 🏃♂️☄️
The Comets traveled to Fortress Obetz on Saturday, August 16th, to kick off the season at the OHSAA Season Opener!
🌟 Highlights from the Open Race (194 runners total):
• Freshman Jackson Strawn led the way in his high school debut, finishing 18th overall (18:43) and earning a medal 🥇
• Senior Paul Cherney ran a strong first-ever 5K (21:16, 76th place)
• Freshman Owen Cooksey finished in 21:55 (97th place)
• Juniors Chase Lahetta (23:04) and Elijah Bonilla (23:35) showed huge improvements from last year 💪
• Freshman Hayden Cuevas rounded out the Comets in 24:51 (148th place)
🔥 The varsity boys were ready to compete, but OHSAA canceled their races at the line due to extreme heat. They’ll officially open their season Monday, August 18th at 6:00 p.m. at the Lorain County Metroparks Equestrian Center.
📅 The full team is back in action next Saturday, August 23rd at Berea-Midpark Middle School starting at 11:00 a.m.
Great start, Comets—excited to see what this season brings! 💚💛 #GoComets
The Comets traveled to Fortress Obetz on Saturday, August 16th, to kick off the season at the OHSAA Season Opener!
🌟 Highlights from the Open Race (194 runners total):
• Freshman Jackson Strawn led the way in his high school debut, finishing 18th overall (18:43) and earning a medal 🥇
• Senior Paul Cherney ran a strong first-ever 5K (21:16, 76th place)
• Freshman Owen Cooksey finished in 21:55 (97th place)
• Juniors Chase Lahetta (23:04) and Elijah Bonilla (23:35) showed huge improvements from last year 💪
• Freshman Hayden Cuevas rounded out the Comets in 24:51 (148th place)
🔥 The varsity boys were ready to compete, but OHSAA canceled their races at the line due to extreme heat. They’ll officially open their season Monday, August 18th at 6:00 p.m. at the Lorain County Metroparks Equestrian Center.
📅 The full team is back in action next Saturday, August 23rd at Berea-Midpark Middle School starting at 11:00 a.m.
Great start, Comets—excited to see what this season brings! 💚💛 #GoComets
🎉 9th Grade Orientation at Marion L. Steele! 🎉
Today, we proudly welcomed the Class of 2029 with a spirited kickoff featuring our band, cheerleaders, and the iconic football helmet entrance! 💚💛
Incoming freshmen were greeted by Link Crew — a team of upperclassmen dedicated to helping new students feel at home and ready for success. Guided by our amazing school counselors, Link Crew leaders prepared fun activities, high-energy welcomes, and informative sessions to cover everything students need to start the year strong. The day ended with a lunch served by the Amherst Police Department and Frosties from the Amherst Wendy's.
👏 Huge thanks to our Link Crew and school counselors for making today’s orientation such a success! Here’s to a fantastic year ahead for the Class of 2029! 🎓
