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Prom Information 2017
Prom REGISTRATIONS are due Friday, March 31.
The Clay HS Junior-Senior Prom is Saturday, April 8, 2017.
The Grand March will take place at 5:30 PM in the Panther Commons. Prom is scheduled for 7:30 PM on the campus of Shawnee State University in the Sodexo Ballroom.
AFTER-PROM REGISTRATION is due by Wednesday, March 15, 2017.
Third Graders Publish Poetry 2017
As educators, we know that students who are acknowledged for their accomplishments early in their lives will continue to accomplish their goals in the future. The students in Mrs. Hempill’s third grade reading classes will be sharing their poetry, which will be published in the Young Poets Collection project, “Spring 2017.” All students submitted a patriotic haiku.
Congratulations to the following students:
Mrs. Hempill’s class. Jocee Nachtman, Callie Schackart, Emma Boggs, Autumn Taylor, Ethan Taylor, Braiden McGinnis, Damien Conley, Aiden Baldwin, Dreagan Adkins, Jaxon McIntosh, Zane Ball, Abigail Miller, Jaelynn Josey, Amaia Robson, Wade Bailey, Jason Wang, Kelsey Brady, Day’ona Allen, Donavon Galloway, & Caden Martin [Hayden Arnett, not pictured]
Mrs. Strickland’s class. Lacy Wesley, Gracie Galloway, Alexa Deal, Cayden McKenzie, Madelyn Bach, Hannah Blevins, Livia Fyffe, Adeline Eick, Lillian Allen, Trinity Plew, Haleigh Ruggles, Robert Castle, Eli Longmire, Sophia Craft, Laeney Barney, Aiden Ball, Ethan Ruggles, Emma Walker, Wesley Runyon, Trevin Brooks, Isla Killian, & Rayden Lopez
Clay Science Fair 2016-17
Give Kids a Smile
February is National Children's Dental Health Month. The Southern Ohio Dental Society and Shawnee State University Dental Hygiene students and faculty celebrated this event by providing a program titled "Give Kids a Smile." Eighteen students from Clay Elementary participated in this program on February 3, 2017, which included a complimentary cleaning, exam, and fluoride application.
Clay Students Selected for Scioto County Honors Band, 2017
Congratulations to the following students for being selected to the 2017 Sciot County Honors Band:
Junior High: Zoe Shultz, Cassidy Damron, James Marsh, and Christopher Dean
High School: Maddie Nigh, Trinity Ketchell, Grant Hempill, and Garrett Stone
Charlie Leonard Honored at Alumni Appreciation Night
The Clay Local School District presented Charlie Leonard, a Clay alumnus, a plaque of thanks and gratitude for his efforts over the many years on behalf of the Clay Local School District, the alumni association, and the students of Clay High School.
This occurred during halftime ceremonies of the South Webster-Clay HS varsity basketball game on Saturday, January 28, 2017. It was Alumni Appreciation Night.
Life Point Church & Scioto Shoe Mart Donate to CES
Life Point Church in cooperation with Scioto Shoe Mart donated thirty (30) pairs of shoes for members of Steven's Power Pack Club on January 30, 2017, at Clay Elementary. Clay Elementary School thanks both organizations for their generosity.
Clay ES Honor Roll Assembly
Clay Elementary held its second nine weeks' honor roll assembly on January 26, 2017. Students in grades K-1 were honored for Excellent Achievement, Outstanding Achievement, and Honorable Achievement. Students in grades 2-5 were honored for All-As, A average, B average, Caught Being Good, Good Discipline, and Super Improvers.
Clay HS Homecoming 2016-17
The Clay High School Homecoming for 2016-2017 was held Friday, January 13, 2017. The festivities took place between the Junior Varsity and Varsity basketball games. The Clay Panthers hosted the Western Indians.
Allyson Nicole Freeman, daughter of Matt and Donna Freeman, served as the Queen. Ally was escorted by senior, Nate Hinze, son of Carol Conley and Todd Hinze, and senior, Cole Gilliland, son of Craig and Melanie Gilliland. Ally, Nate, and Cole walked to “I’ll Be” by Edwin McCain.
Clay National Honor Society Induction 2016-17
Clay Junior-Senior High School held its National Honor Society Induction on Wednesday, January 11, 2017, in the high school cafetorium. Thirteen new students were inducted into Clay’s National Honor Society.
The new members inducted were Hunnter Adams, daughter of Lori and John Adams of Rubyville; Hunter Armstrong, son of Tom Armstrong and Jill Hauth of Portsmouth; Alicia Bobst, daughter of Wayne and Marianne Bobst of Portsmouth; Grant Cayton, son of Scott and Gretchen Cayton of McDermott; Keith Cottle, son of Marc and Jennifer Cottle of Portsmouth; Bethany Flannery, daughter of Eric and Tammy Flannery of Stout; Grant Hempill, son of Tony and Stacy Hempill of Rubyville; Savannah Moore, daughter of Mark and Tiffany Moore of Portsmouth; Abigail Jo Osborn, Regan Nicole Osborn, and Sydney Erin Osborn, daughters of Brent and Kathy Jo Osborn of Portsmouth; Jacob Wellman, son of David and Tami Wellman of Portsmouth; and Samantha Willis, daughter of Erik and Julie Ratcliff of Portsmouth and David Willis of Hilliard.
The current NHS members included Cole Gilliland, Ava McCleese, and Alaina Stowers.
Warnock Receives Recognition
Paul Mock of the Ohio School Boards Association presented a plaque at Monday's (1/9/2017) school board meeting to Bill Warnock, president of the Clay Local School District Board of Education, for 25 years of service as a school board member.
Clay ES Spelling Bee 2016-17
The Clay Elementary Spelling Bee was held on Tuesday, January 10, 2017. Contestants from 4th and 5th grade were Kenny Fowler, Marcus Lunsford, Macyn Johnson, Mikayla Conley, Megan King, Nicki Fyffe, Nickolai Lagandaon, and Alayna Fife.
The CES Runner-up was Nickolai Lagandaon. The winner was Nicki Fyffe.
Thanks to Mrs. Shepherd, Mrs. White, and Mrs. Smith for judging the Spelling Bee and to Mr. Williams for coordinating and pronouncing words for the spelling bee.
Clay HS National Honor Society Tapping 2016
Thirteen Clay High Students were "tapped" to become new members of the Clay High School National Honor Society on Wednesday, December 14, 2016. These students included Hunnter Adams, Hunter Armstrong, Alicia Bobst, Grant Cayton, Keith Cottle, Bethany Flannery, Grant Hempill, Savannah Moore, Abbie Osborn, Regan Osborn, Sydney Osborn, Jacob Wellman, and Sami Willis. The current members include Cole Gilliland, Ava McCleese, and Alaina Stowers. The National Honor Society Induction ceremony will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. [Not pictured: Bethany Flannery & Sami Willis]
Steven's Power Pack Program
Mark and Virgie Hunter, founders of the Steven's Power Pack Program, purchased blankets and candy bars for our thirty elementary students who participate in the program on Friday, December 16, 2016. Mark and Virgie purchased over 800 blankets and candy bars for Steven's Power Pack participants all over Scioto County. Mark Hunter is a Clay alumnus.
Christmas Programs 2016
Various Christmas programs (PK-12) were held in the district during the week of December 11, 2016. The junior high and high school concert was held on Sunday (Dec. 11), the K-2 program was Tuesday (Dec. 13) evening, while the 3-6 program was conducted during the day on Wednesday (Dec. 14). Thanks to Miss Maggard, to Mr. Wiget, and to all the individuals who helped with the programs.
Clay MS Spelling Bee 2016
The 2016-17 Clay Middle School Spelling Bee was held Thursday, December 8, 2016, at the Clay HS/MS Library. The following sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students represented their classes in the school bee:
Sixth graders: Jonathan Dean, Alliyah Maynard, Katelyn Smith, and Andrew Zuefle
Seventh graders: Gavin Blevins, Liam Garrison, Matt Mogan, and Connor Puckett
Eighth graders: Andrew Brown, Corvan Clark, James Marsh, and Evan Woods
Clay's 2016-17 Middle School Spelling Bee Champion is Liam Garrison, a seventh grader and son of Kara Copeland and Bill Garrison. Liam will represent Clay MS in the Scioto County Spelling Bee. The runner-up, who will act as alternate, is Andrew Brown. Andrew is an eighth grader and son of Erica and Jason Willis.
Congratulations, Mrs. Strickland
Congratulations to Mrs. Strickland, CES third grade, for winning “Teacher of the Month” for November 2016 from "The Pulse" 98.3 FM radio station.
In order to win the "Teacher of the Month" award, students, parents, and/or others go to the radio's web page and vote. The teacher with the most entries for the month wins the award.
She was given this recognition of achievement on December 8 by Chris Smith from "The Pulse."
Clay Elementary Science Fair - 2016
The Clay Elementary Science Fair was held on November 30, 2016, for fourth and fifth-grade students.
Fourth grade Honorable Mention winners were Alayna Fife, Malachi Loper, and Shaelynn Churchheus. The fourth grade Third Place winner was Gabriel Swords. The Second Place winner was Rylan Jenkins. The First Place winner was McKenzie Bailey.
Fifth grade Honorable Mention winners were Makenna Pelphrey, Cole Tipton, and Jaira Roberts. The fifth grade Third Place winner was Alexandra Wallace, the Second Place winner was Megan King, and the First Place winner was Lilian Richardson.
The Grand Champion for the Clay Elementary Science Fair was Katelyn Ramey.
Clay Elementary Fall Fundraiser - 2016
The Clay Elementary Annual Fall Sales Fundraiser raised approximately $10,000 for our school by selling cookie dough to help buy supplies, awards, and party supplies; promote field trips; support the accelerated reader (AR) program, and allow the students to attend selected movies.
Students who sold at least ten (10) items participated in the pig races on Dec. 1. The top seller was Zeth Wentz. He received a $100 Wal-Mart gift card for his effort. The Pig Race overall winner was Noah Steele. He won a $50 Wal-Mart gift card.
Students selling twenty (20) or more items earned a limo ride and lunch. Students selling thirty (30) or more items earned a limo ride, lunch, and could also invite a friend to ride in the limo with them.
