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AHS Homecoming 2025
Morrison-Gordon Homecoming 2025 Happily Ever After Parade Float
The Plains Interemediate Garden Fall Harvest
Our 6th grade students at TPIS have been enjoying the fruits of their labor from the school garden harvest!
Athens FFA Forestry Team State Contest
Our Forestry Team competed in the state contest — a first for Athens FFA! We’re proud of their effort and excited to build on what we learned for next year. Huge shoutout to Emmett Reese, Fern Sigman, Zac Shoemaker, Marley Christman, and Bailey Ewing for stepping up and trying something new!
East Students Ready for Some BBQ!
East Elementary students participating in a fundraiser for the East Elementary PTO.
Morrison-Gordon Playground Shade Project
Joe Burrow's generous donation to our Playground Shade Project enabled us to complete the project in a much shorter period than we expected! The PTO and Morrison-Gordon Principal, Heather Skinner, recently met with Joe Burrow’s parents, Robin and Jimmy, to show them the 4 shade canopies and 7 table umbrellas in the courtyard of the playground.
Multi-County Soil Judging Contest 2025 - Athens FFA
Big congratulations to our Athens FFA Soil Judging Teams! Both the Ag and Urban teams practiced their skills during our first contest of the year. Our Ag Soils Team took 1st place at the Multi-County Soil Judging Contest! Special shoutout to Fern Sigman, who placed 1st individually, and Zac Shoemaker, who earned an impressive 3rd place! Great job representing Athens FFA with knowledge and pride!
2025 Patriot Day at AHS
AHS honored Patriot Day with a thoughtful reflection led by Principal April Stewart, who shared a summary of the events of 9/11 and how they forever changed our nation and its people. During morning announcements, an AHS student shared powerful quotes in remembrance. To close the tribute, the Symphonic Choir performed the Pledge of Allegiance in the atrium, filling the school with music and unity.
2025 AHS Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees
The AHS Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was held on August 22 at Athens High School, celebrating the achievements of outstanding Bulldog athletes and contributors. This year’s inductees were also recognized during the home football game, where the community joined in honoring their lasting impact on AHS athletics, Don McInturf, Rick Mansfield, Catherine Gorman Brown and Steve Abdella.
AASLH Conference
Eighth grade social studies teacher Angela Hall spoke at the 2025 AASLH (American Association for State and Local History) Annual Conference with Jessica Cyders (Southeastern Ohio History Center) and Brian Koscho (Invisible Ground) . Their session was titled "Engagement Over Content: Field Trips That Develop Historical Thinking Skills and Pride of Place." Mrs. Hall's social studies classes will begin taking walking field trips this Wednesday. During these field trips, students will develop historical thinking skills that allow them to expertly analyze primary and secondary sources. Students will also learn about the history of the Athens Middle School neighborhood including the historically Black westside neighborhood, the W. State Street Cemetery, our community's early economy, and so much more! If these activities and skills interest your student, please email Mrs. Hall about joining the Middle School Chapter of the Andrew Jackson Davison Club.
AHS Groundbreaking Ceremony - Student Council with Governor Dewine
2025 Opening Day Admin Team
2025 Opening Day Staff
Bailey Erwin Wins Awards at the 2025 Ohio State Fair
Congratulations to AHS Student and Athens FFA Member Bailey Ewing on awards won during the Ohio State Fair Horse Show!
- 7th place Hunter showmanship
- 7th place horsemanship
- 2nd place equitation
- 1st place Hunter under saddle
- 3rd overall Hunter under saddle in the championship class
Kiera (Bee) Spencer in All-Ohio State Fair Youth Choir 2025
Congratulations to AHS student to Keira (Bee) Spencer for making it in the Ohio State Fair All-State Choir!
Reading Science Academy’s Explicit Instruction Academy
Teacher Dee Morgan, Principals Beth Braun, (East), Angie Haning (AMS), Heather Skinner (Morrison-Gordon), Cyndi Hartman & April Stewart (AHS) attended the Reading Science Academy’s Explicit Instruction Academy with Dr. Anita Archer. We are excited to share and implement our new knowledge with the Athens City Schools staff!
3rd annual TPIS International Fair
6th grade students researched a country, created a presentation board, and showed off their work at our 3rd annual TPIS International Fair.
East 3rd Grade with OU Baseball Team 2025
Athletes from the Ohio University baseball team partnered with the 3rd grade students at East Elementary during the 24-25 Spring Semester, resulting in an amazing experience for both OU and East students alike.
East 3rd Grade with OU Baseball Team 2025
Athletes from the Ohio University baseball team partnered with the 3rd grade students at East Elementary during the 24-25 Spring Semester, resulting in an amazing experience for both OU and East students alike.
School Nurses at 2025 East Garden Party
ACSD School Nurse Day 2025
Nurse Molly Wales & Nurse Heidi Shaw, were shown some love in recognition of National School Nurse Day by two appreciative staff members at AMS.
AHS Athens FFA Members at Ohio FFA Convention
TPI 6th Grade Earth Day
TPIS 6th graders took part in an Earth Day poster and essay contest. Essay contest winners are: Beau Russell (1st), Theo Nunemaker (2nd) & runners up Cordelia Lockhard and Aleka Halbauer. Poster contest winners are: Sabine Hatch (1st), Emma Hill (2nd) & runners up: Delaney Cochran and Evelyn Blazier. Congratulations to all for your brilliant ideas on protecting our planet today for a brighter tomorrow!
3rd Graders at East Explore Energy!
In Mrs. Rodgers' 3rd-grade class at East Elementary, students have embarked on an exciting journey into the world of energy. They’ve been diving deep into the fascinating differences between renewable and non-renewable energy sources. With their newfound knowledge, these young innovators rolled up their sleeves to create some amazing projects: a bright LED flashlight, a heat-powered spinner that whirls to life, and a wind turbine designed to lift a bucket into the air!
3rd Graders at East Explore Energy!
In Mrs. Rodgers' 3rd-grade class at East Elementary, students have embarked on an exciting journey into the world of energy. They’ve been diving deep into the fascinating differences between renewable and non-renewable energy sources. With their newfound knowledge, these young innovators rolled up their sleeves to create some amazing projects: a bright LED flashlight, a heat-powered spinner that whirls to life, and a wind turbine designed to lift a bucket into the air!
AMS FCCLA Entrepreneurship competition
Zhiva O. and Berkeley B. are participating in the Entrepreneurship competition at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Conference.
They created Paw Parlor, an impressive cat-themed bakery, and developed a comprehensive business plan covering aspects such as business description and demographics, facility management (including utilities and emergency procedures), supplies, equipment, maintenance, insurance, legal compliance, budgeting and funding, personnel management (including an organizational chart), and a marketing strategy.
AMS Teacher Earns Award from DAR
Mrs. Hall, AMS Social Studies Teacher and AJD Club Adviser spoke to the Nabby Lee Ames Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was awarded certificates and medals for her work in Historic Preservation as well as Excellence in American History as well as a certificate for Outstanding Teacher of American History in Ohio by the National Society of DAR. She is pictured here with Linda Chiki, Regent of the Nabby Lee Ames Chapter, DAR.
COSI Field Trip April 2025
The AHS chapter of National Honor Society and yearbook staff members took a trip to COSI in Columbus, exploring science, history, and everything in between—plus a stop at the Dinosaur Gallery!
Athens FFA Assists Athens Soil & Water Conservation District
Athens FFA members spent the day working with the Athens Soil and Water Conservation District to help them count and wrap trees that will be planted in several different counties in Southeastern Ohio and West Virginia. Even though it was a little chilly, our students enjoyed the day.
State FFA Nature Interpretation Career Development Event
Three FFA members attended the State FFA Nature Interpretation career development event at Hocking College, where they used skulls, skins, pictures and furs to identify various wildlife samples and provided responses to questions concerning wildlife attraction, water quality evaluation and the control of problem plants and animals.
Science Fair Champions!
AHS students Prem Koshal, Aviva Wood, Sophia Szolosi and Vlada Kiryukhin earned the award of Southeast Ohio Regional Science and Engineering Fair Champions.
2025 Mount Zion Black Cultural Center's Beacon of Light Award
Angie Hall, AMS Social Studies teacher, was honored at the Mount Zion Black Cultural Center's Annual Meeting on March 23, 2025 with their Beacon of Light Award. The Mount Zion Preservation Society and its members continue to be supportive community stakeholders with the Andrew Jackson Davison Clubs. They recently brought a great mural project to the High School and Middle School Clubs. Their commitment to our students and to preserving history make them a true asset to Athens City School District.
Greenhouse and Nursery Management Field Trip
The Greenhouse and Nursery Management class toured Bob’s Market and Greenhouses, Inc. production greenhouse in Mason, WV. Our students gained insight into the greenhouse industry and learned how the family business expanded from two small backyard greenhouses to an operation that cultivates over 150 million young plants annually, shipping them along the east coast and as far west as Texas.
TPI Rockin Around the 50's Performance
Excitement filled the air at The Plains Intermediate School as talented 5th and 6th grade students showcased a vibrant preview of their upcoming play for their classmates.
2025 International Cheerleading Champions
The AHS varsity cheerleaders earned 1st place in two divisions at the 2025 International Cheerleading Championships held at Universal Studios Orlando. The team also earned the High Point Award for being the top scoring team in all traditional cheer divisions.
TPI Science Fair 2025
Twelve talented TPIS 6th Graders showcased their incredible work at our in-school Science Fair on February 13, 2025. We are proud to announce that seven outstanding 6th grade students—Evelyn Blazier, Grant Fisher, Sabine Hatch, Oliver Martin, Theo Nunemaker, Owen Wayner, Sam Stork, and Minh Koi Vo—will represent us at the Regional Science Day at Ohio University on Saturday, March 22, 2025
AHS Art Club Supports Teen Mental Wellness Activities
The AHS ART CLUB, with support from the Joe Burrow Foundation and Athens Artists Memorial Project hosted a series of activities where students could slow down, make new friends and make some art together. Students who participated also got free art supplies! This was part of a full week of activities designed to encourage students to explore new ways to support their mental health.
Morrison-Gordon Guest Readers for Read Across America 2025
The 2nd graders at Morrison-Gordon had a fantastic time celebrating Read Across America with some wonderful guest readers! A big thank you to Mayor Patterson, Nurse Heidi, and AHS seniors Maeve Schwarzel, Addie McGarry, and Lily Wolfe for spreading their love of reading with them.
Morrison-Gordon Guest Readers for Read Across America 2025
The 2nd graders at Morrison-Gordon had a fantastic time celebrating Read Across America with some wonderful guest readers! A big thank you to Mayor Patterson, Nurse Heidi, and AHS seniors Maeve Schwarzel, Addie McGarry, and Lily Wolfe for spreading their love of reading with them.
Morrison-Gordon Guest Readers for Read Across America 2025
The 2nd graders at Morrison-Gordon had a fantastic time celebrating Read Across America with some wonderful guest readers! A big thank you to Mayor Patterson, Nurse Heidi, and AHS seniors Maeve Schwarzel, Addie McGarry, and Lily Wolfe for spreading their love of reading with them.
AMS MATHCOUNTS 2025 Ohio State MATHCOUNTS Competition
Congratulations to the AMS MATHCOUNTS team (Yadier Jokisch, Chloe Livanis, Ken Rath and Linus Tangonan) for honorably representing Athens City Schools and AM Sat the Ohio State MATHCOUNTS competition on Saturday, March 15th! We are very proud of your hard work! AMS Math Teacher, Melanie McGrath is the coach of this team.
AHS Symphonic Choir at Ohio University Choral Invitational
The AHS Symphonic Choir spent a Friday at Ohio University participating with other regional choirs in the Ohio University Choral Invitational. The choir had the opportunity to perform for and work with visiting professors as well as OU experts. They enjoyed meeting other singers and hearing performances by OU voice faculty and choral ensembles.
3 AHS Students' Art Work Selected for the NSECA National K-12 Ceramic Exhibition
Three students from Mrs. Gagliano’s Ceramics classes had their work selected out of 1,032 entries, for the NSECA National K-12 Ceramic Exhibition, where it will be seen by thousands of visitors who travel internationally to attend the 59th annual Conference of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NSECA). It is the first time AHS students have had work selected for a national exhibition of this caliber. Huge Congratulations to Achyn Binkly, Annabelle Lachman and Ludi Briscoe!
Gallia County Invitational Livestock Judging Contest.
These four FFA members spent Tuesday, February 25th sharpening their skills at judging cattle, pigs, sheep and goats during the Gallia County Invitational Livestock Judging Contest.
FFA Gold Rated Treasurer
Chelsie Pidcock is our 24-25 Athens FFA Treasurer. Her treasurer's book was graded in January, and her outstanding record keeping earned her a Gold Rating. She will receive her award during the Ohio FFA Convention in May. Congratulations on a job well done!!
9th grade AHS Student Leif Siegel to Represent Bulldogs at STEM Program
Congratulations to Leif Siegel, a 9th grader at Athens High School, for being selected to represent Ohio at the Appalachian STEM Academy Bridge Program for the second year in a row!
This prestigious program, hosted by Oak Ridge Associated Universities in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, brings together top students to collaborate with master teachers, university researchers, and STEM professionals. They will engage in hands-on research projects, culminating in a final presentation to regional and state leaders.
2025 Athens FFA State Degree Recipients
Congratulations to our three FFA members, AHS Students Brielyn Bycofski, Jay Irwin and Jesse Vaughn, who were approved to receive their State FFA degrees during the Ohio State FFA Convention in May!
AMS Boys Basketball Championship
The seventh and eighth grade boys basketball teams BOTH won their championship games!
AMS Boys Basketball Championship
The seventh and eighth grade boys basketball teams BOTH won their championship games!
7-12 Bulldog Boys Basketball
Coach Cozart and his JV and Varsity basketball players came out in full force to support the younger team for their championship games. The place was packed. There’s nothing like the thrill of our BULLDOG PRIDE
R. Smith Representing the State of Ohio
Athens Middle School student Ryleigh Smith has earned the honor of representing the State of Ohio as a delegate at the Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes Children's Congress (formerly JDRF). This July, she will travel to Washington D.C. for training and invaluable discussions with members of Congress about her journey living with Type 1 Diabetes and the critical importance of finding a cure.
Athens City Schools Bus
FFA Members Participate in State Career Development Events
Brielyn Bycofski, Jesse Vaughn, Ellie Beck-Aden, and Zac Shoemaker
Athens FFA Soil Judging Contest
Our Athens FFA members competed in the District 10 Soil Judging Contest, and they didn’t let the weather dampen their spirits. The Ag Soil Judging Team (Jay Irwin, Fern Sigman, Zac Shoemaker, Bailey Ewing, and Violet Blick placed 4th in the district and are advancing to the State Soil Judging Competition
ACSD Schools
Athens City Schools has one high school for grades 9-12, Athens High School and one middle school for grades 7-8, Athens Middle School. There is one Intermediate building for grades 4-6, The Plains Intermediate. There are two elementary buildings for grades preschool-3, East Elementary and Morrison-Gordon Elementary.
Athens High School
- Athens High School (9th - 12th Grade)
- April Stewart, Principal – Email Mrs. Stewart
- Cynthia Caruso-Hartman, Assistant Principal – Email Mrs. Caruso-Hartman
- 1 High School Rd., The Plains, OH 45780 ❖ Phone: 740-797-4521 ❖ Fax: 740-797-1421
- AHS Website ❖ 25-26 Calendar of Events: AHS
Athens Middle School
- Athens Middle School (7th- 8th Grade)
- Angie Haning, Principal – Email Mrs. Haning
- Kassandra Conwell Assistant Principal – Email Mrs. Conwell
- 51-55 West State St. ❖ Athens, OH 45701 ❖ Phone: 740-593-7107 ❖ Fax: 740-594-6506
- AMS Website ❖ 25-26 Calendar of Events: AMS
The Plains Intermediate
- The Plains Intermediate (4th-6th Grade)
- Dr. Trisken Emmert, Principal – Email Dr. Emmert
- Deborah Monnin, Assistant Principal - Email Ms. Monnin
- 90 Connett Rd. ❖ The Plains, OH 45780 ❖ Phone: 740-797-4572 ❖ Fax: 740-594-3178
- The Plains Intermediate Website ❖ 25-26 Calendar of Events
East Elementary
- East Elementary (Preschool - 3rd Grade)
- Dr. Elizabeth Braun, Principal – Email Dr. Braun
- Mrs. Michael Apke-Starkey, Assistant Principal – Email Mrs. Apke-Starkey
- 3 Wallace Dr. ❖ Athens, OH 45701 ❖ Phone: 740-593-6901 ❖ Fax: 740-592-2171
- East Elementary Website ❖ 25-26 Calendar of Events
MORRISON-GORDON ELEMENTARY
- Morrison-Gordon Elementary (Preschool - 3rd Grade)
- Mrs. Heather Skinner, Principal – Email Mrs. Skinner
- Mrs. Michael Apke-Starkey, Assistant Principal – Email Mrs. Apke-Starkey
- 793 W. Union St. ❖ Athens, OH 45701 ❖ Phone: 740-593-5445 ❖ Fax: 740-589-3049
- Morrison-Gordon Elementary Website ❖ 25-26 Calendar of Events
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