We are proud to share that the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce has renewed the Purple Star School designation for all four of our schools for the Class of 2026.

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting military-connected students and families, and meeting the high standards set by Ohio’s Purple Star Advisory Board. We are honored to continue providing the support these students need, especially during times of transition, deployment, and family changes.

The designation is valid through April 2029, with renewal opportunities in fall 2028.

A special shoutout to Technology Innovation Specialist Amanda Sears for her continued work and dedication in supporting this important initiative across the district. 

Thank you to our staff, students, and families for helping make this recognition possible, and congratulations to our entire school community! 

Amherst Steele High School sophomore Ciera Levitsky has been selected to represent Amherst, Ohio as a National Youth Delegate at the 2026 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment at George Mason University, a prestigious honor recognizing her passion for environmental sustainability. 

The Summit, held June 28–July 3, 2026, brings together students from across the country for a week of leadership development in environmental science, featuring expert speakers and hands-on experiences in partnership with the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.

Ciera shared she is excited to connect with others who share her passion for protecting the Earth which is something she has cared deeply about from a young age. She has already dedicated 100+ hours volunteering with the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Crew and has studied sustainable agriculture through the College Credit Plus program, further strengthening her commitment to environmental stewardship.

We are proud of Ciera’s accomplishments and excited to see where this opportunity takes her! 

📸 Photos included are from her College Credit Plus Sustainable Agriculture classes.

Students in Mrs. Beth Pazder’s resource room had an unforgettable, hands-on learning experience this spring thanks to a special partnership with Farmer Eric from Heartland Pastures, a local Amherst farm.

Throughout the month of March, students participated in a full chicken hatching journey and learning how to incubate eggs, monitor their development, and care for newly hatched chicks. Farmer Eric provided all the necessary materials and visited the classroom to guide students through each step, including a special “candling day” where students learned how to check if eggs were developing.

Just before Spring Break, students said goodbye to the chicks as they were returned to Heartland Pastures to continue growing.

This engaging experience gave students a unique opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world agriculture while creating lasting memories along the way.

Congratulations to our MLS Theatre Seniors on a truly outstanding performance in Mary Poppins! Your talent, dedication, and passion were on full display, and you brought this beloved show to life in a way that left a lasting impression on everyone who had the chance to watch.

Thank you for the countless hours of hard work you’ve poured into the MLS Theatre program, both on stage and behind the scenes. Your commitment has helped build something special, and your impact will be felt long after your final curtain call.

As you take your next steps, we wish you all the very best in your future endeavors. Wherever life leads you, carry that same creativity, confidence, and excellence with you. Bravo, seniors. You will be missed!

Join us for the Amherst Schools Summer Activity Fair on Wednesday, April 29 from 5:00–7:00 PM at Powers Elementary! Families can explore a wide variety of local camps, programs, and organizations, plus enjoy fun activities like face painting, therapy dogs, and a touch-a-truck experience. It’s a great way to plan an exciting summer, so don’t miss it!

It’s Comet Relays Week! The 70th running of this incredible meet begins at 9:00 AM this Saturday, April 25th, and you won’t want to miss it. Check out all the important details below to get ready for the day!

We’re still looking for a few more volunteers to help make this milestone event a success. Volunteers receive a free shirt, hat, lunch, and admission. Sign up below and be part of the excitement!

Let’s make the 70th Comet Relays one to remember. See you there!

Can’t make it in person? Catch all the action streaming LIVE thanks to COMETSLIVE!

Comet Nation, be sure to stop by the Amherst Public Library between now and May 9 to check out the Student Art Show featuring the incredibly creative work of our Comets and other talented students from Firelands, and St. Joseph Parish School!

The Student Art Show Reception is scheduled for Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to view the artwork and enjoy light refreshments. Please take a moment to support our talented students and see their amazing artwork on display!