While we are disappointed that Issue 16 did not pass, we want to thank every resident who took the time to learn about the issue and vote. We respect the results and will now focus on developing a plan to move forward.

In the coming weeks, the Board of Education and district leadership will review our financial outlook and determine necessary reductions for the next school year. Once a plan is developed, it will be reviewed and approved by the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce.

Our commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility remains strong. Together, we will continue to put students first and uphold our shared vision of A Community of Excellence.

Our elementary and junior high students have been busy learning, creating, and showing what it means to be a Comet! 

At Powers Elementary, Mrs. Norris’s first graders showed off their Superpowers during lunch, earning the Golden Spatula Award! Meanwhile, third graders learned about the recent full moon and created their own moonlit landscape art. 

At Nord Elementary, Miss Maria’s fourth graders dove into learning with EdPuzzle and a fun partner activity! 

At Amherst Junior High, 6th graders had fun with their Mesopotamian mud brick project, making and testing their own creations, and celebrated their Comet Champions for the month! 

Way to go, Comets — keep up the amazing work! 

Don’t miss The Play That Goes Wrong: High School Edition - a hilarious comedy where everything that can go wrong, does!

And mark your calendars - our Dinner Theatre Fundraiser returns for the November 21st showing only! Enjoy a night of laughter, fun, and fantastic performances while supporting our students. 

We are proud to celebrate our Senior Football, Cheer, Dance, and Marching Comets for their dedication, hard work, and commitment to their programs!

These exceptional student-athletes were honored at the final home football game for their leadership, teamwork, and contributions to Comet athletics and our band program.

We are incredibly proud of all that you have accomplished and wish you continued success in all your future endeavors! 

Please see their Senior Night videos below.

Our Comet Cheer teams have had an incredible start to their competition season! At the Ohio UCA Qualifier, our Game Day team placed 2nd out of 16 teams, and both teams earned bids to compete at the National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, Florida this January!

At the SWC Championship, our Game Day team claimed 1st place for the second year in a row, while our Traditional team earned 2nd place, giving Amherst an impressive 2nd place overall finish. We’re so proud of their hard work, dedication, and continued excellence — way to go, Comets!

Please complete the form linked to the graphic below to reserve an Amherst Second Harvest Food Box for November 2025. One form per family, please!

Pick-Up: Thursday, November 20th, from 12:00–1:00 PM at Steele High School

RSVP by: Sunday, November 16th, to ensure enough food is ordered

If you reserve a box, please be sure to pick it up as food will be ordered based on RSVPs.

For questions or assistance, contact Jill Maiorca, School Social Worker, at jill_maiorca@amherstk12.org or 440-988-1645.

Reminder: The Steele S.E.R.V.E. program is partnering with Neighborhood Alliance for the Christmas for Caring drive!

Donate new items by November 25 — baskets will be delivered the week of December 1. Drop off donations with Mrs. New or Mrs. Weaver in Room 405.

Thank you for helping make the season brighter for local families! 

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!