Just a reminder that pickup placards can be picked up tonight at Open House. Only a residential parent with a driver's license will be permitted to pick up their child's placard. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Join us in welcoming Amanda Harper to Adena Local Schools as our new Middle School ELA Teacher!
We can't wait to see all of you! We hope you are as excited to come to school as Mallory. https://youtu.be/-L4y9l51jQ4
Join us in welcoming Clayton Lynch to Adena Local Schools as our new High School Science Teacher!
Join us in welcoming Morgan McCluskey to Adena Local Schools as our Intervention Specialist!
Join us in welcoming Alan Grigsby to Adena Local Schools as our new Middle School Math Teacher!
Please review the attached schedule for Adena Local Schools' First Week of School for the 2025–2026 academic year.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back and appreciate your attention to the important dates and times outlined in the document.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back and appreciate your attention to the important dates and times outlined in the document.
Join us in welcoming Kristen McQuiniff to Adena Local Schools as one of our new 1st Grade Teachers!
Our varsity football scrimmage with Eastern Pike that was originally scheduled for 6p.m. Saturday August 9th has been moved to a noon start time. Go Warriors!
Attention Adena Elementary Families: As the new school year approaches, we ask that you take a moment to review our Adena Elementary Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures. This includes students Kindergarten to 5th Grade.
Elementary Drop-off & Pick-up Procedures
Join us in welcoming Blaine Parker as Director of Technology-STEAM to Adena Local Schools!
Huge congratulations to all of our Adena students who have shown already, and best of luck to those still getting ready to step into the ring at this years Ross County Fair! Your hard work, dedication, and pride in representing our community do not go unnoticed. We are proud of each and every one of you, finish strong! 💙🤍#WarriorPride #AdenaStrong
Important message from Adena Local Schools. The back parking lot/ Gym parking lot remains closed for paving. Sorry for the inconvenience.
📢 Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Back-to-School Shopping Season: August 1–14, 2025
Adena families — from August 1 through August 14, most items priced at $500 or less will be exempt from Ohio sales tax. This includes:
Clothing
School supplies
Electronics
Furniture
Restaurant meals
The expanded holiday is a good time to make back-to-school and household purchases.
Learn more: https://tax.ohio.gov/salestaxholiday
Adena families — from August 1 through August 14, most items priced at $500 or less will be exempt from Ohio sales tax. This includes:
Clothing
School supplies
Electronics
Furniture
Restaurant meals
The expanded holiday is a good time to make back-to-school and household purchases.
Learn more: https://tax.ohio.gov/salestaxholiday
Calling all Warriors and their families! The first day of school is right around the corner on August 15th! Get ready to kick off a fantastic school year at our annual Open House on the 13th. It's a great chance to meet our dedicated staff, see classrooms, and learn more about the exciting journey ahead. Check out the graphic for times. We can't wait to see our Warrior families there!
Adena Parking Lot Paving Update:
Crews will be arriving at 8:00 A.M. on Friday, July 25 to begin the paving project for the Gym Parking Lot. Please enter the building through the side Bus Drop Off or Front Entrance. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Crews will be arriving at 8:00 A.M. on Friday, July 25 to begin the paving project for the Gym Parking Lot. Please enter the building through the side Bus Drop Off or Front Entrance. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Dear Students, Parents, Teachers, and Staff,
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! I hope this message finds you rested, recharged, and ready to begin another year of growth, learning, and community.
As we begin this new school year, I am filled with pride and excitement about the incredible progress our district continues to make. Most notably, I am thrilled to announce the completion of our brand-new baseball field, a facility that reflects our ongoing commitment to providing top-tier opportunities for our student-athletes and the broader school community. This project would not have been possible without the support of our community, and we look forward to celebrating many games and accomplishments on this new field.
Academically, our students have shown strong improvement, and we are proud to report gains in achievement scores across multiple grade levels. These results are a testament to the hard work of our students, the dedication of our educators, and the support of our families. While we celebrate these gains, we are also doubling down on our commitment to academic growth for every student. Our district focus this year remains on increasing rigor, enhancing instructional practices, and ensuring that each child has the support they need to succeed.
We are also expanding our investment in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education—ensuring students not only gain foundational knowledge but are prepared for a world that demands creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our STEAM initiatives will include enhanced project-based learning, deeper integration of technology in the classroom, and real-world learning experiences.
At the heart of all we do is our connection to the community. Adena Local Schools remains committed to building strong partnerships with our families, local businesses, and community organizations. Together, we are creating a school environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
I want to thank each of you—students, parents, teachers, and staff—for your continued commitment to making Adena a great place to learn and grow. Let’s make the 2025–2026 school year our best one yet!
With Warrior Pride,
Dr. Matthew Unger
Superintendent
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! I hope this message finds you rested, recharged, and ready to begin another year of growth, learning, and community.
As we begin this new school year, I am filled with pride and excitement about the incredible progress our district continues to make. Most notably, I am thrilled to announce the completion of our brand-new baseball field, a facility that reflects our ongoing commitment to providing top-tier opportunities for our student-athletes and the broader school community. This project would not have been possible without the support of our community, and we look forward to celebrating many games and accomplishments on this new field.
Academically, our students have shown strong improvement, and we are proud to report gains in achievement scores across multiple grade levels. These results are a testament to the hard work of our students, the dedication of our educators, and the support of our families. While we celebrate these gains, we are also doubling down on our commitment to academic growth for every student. Our district focus this year remains on increasing rigor, enhancing instructional practices, and ensuring that each child has the support they need to succeed.
We are also expanding our investment in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education—ensuring students not only gain foundational knowledge but are prepared for a world that demands creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our STEAM initiatives will include enhanced project-based learning, deeper integration of technology in the classroom, and real-world learning experiences.
At the heart of all we do is our connection to the community. Adena Local Schools remains committed to building strong partnerships with our families, local businesses, and community organizations. Together, we are creating a school environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
I want to thank each of you—students, parents, teachers, and staff—for your continued commitment to making Adena a great place to learn and grow. Let’s make the 2025–2026 school year our best one yet!
With Warrior Pride,
Dr. Matthew Unger
Superintendent
Important Notice from Adena Local Schools:
The Gym parking lot and the elementary playground are scheduled to be paved next week July 28-August 1st.There will be no access to the gym parking lot July 28- August 1. Please make necessary arrangements.
Adena Local Schools will not have an on-campus after-school program this year. We are pleased to share information about three licensed programs within the district. Contact them for further details and to register. Be sure your child's Final Forms transportation and/or dismissal instructions are updated to reflect your family's daily plan!
📋 June 2025 Board Meeting Minutes Now Available
The minutes from the June 2025 Adena Local School District Board of Education meeting are now posted and available for public viewing.
📎 View here: https://5il.co/3lx9e
Stay informed and engaged with the decisions shaping our district!
The minutes from the June 2025 Adena Local School District Board of Education meeting are now posted and available for public viewing.
📎 View here: https://5il.co/3lx9e
Stay informed and engaged with the decisions shaping our district!