Zane Trace High School
Events/Activities
February 16 - February 21


Monday, February 16
President’s Day- NO SCHOOL
OHSAA Girls Bowling District Tournament (Shawnee Lanes) 11:00 a.m.
Lauren Andrews will be representing ZT at the tournament!
Tuesday, February 17
FFA Officer Meeting (Lunch)
Student Council Meeting (Lunch)

Wednesday, February 18
M.A.D.E. Ambassador Meeting (Lunch)
Girls Basketball at Chesapeake (OHSAA Div. 5 District Quarterfinal) 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 19
Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:00 p.m.-5:40 p.m.
Boys Basketball vs Jackson 6:00 p.m.

Friday, February 20
Central/East/Southeast District Swimming Tournament (Ohio University)

Malia Vick, Aggie Search, Willow Cacciatore, and Madi Snider will be competing in districts!


PBIS Field Trip to Shawnee Lanes 10:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Saturday, February 21


about 10 hours ago, Joshua A. Jones

OHSAA Division II Swimming Sectional Results

Congratulations to the swim team! Thirteen members placed and scored points in the OHSAA Division II Sectional Swim Meet. Many personal records were set.

The girls swim team placed 8th out of 20 teams.

Medley relay: Aggie Search, Madi Snider, Willow Cacciatore, Malia Vick 8th place. Qualified for districts!

Kylie Arthur :16th in the 200 Free and 9th in the 500 Free

Malia Vick :8th in the 200 IM

Isaac Detty :13th in 200 IM and 13th in 100 Breast

Willow Cacciatore: 12th in 100 Fly, 17th in 200 Free

Tate Lambardo : 14th in 500 Free

Aggie Search : 7th 500 Free and 14th in 100 Back

Summer Cacciatore: 20th in 500 Free and 19th in 100 Breast

200 Free Relay: Crystal Kellough, Mary Helber, Olivia Renner, Alexis Warnement 15th

Madi Snider: 12th in 100 Breast

Keira DiBenedetto: 16th in 100 Breast

400 Free Relay : Malia Vick, Aggie Search, Madi Snider, Willow Cacciatore was 8th

Great work, team!

Results provided by Coach Lashley

about 14 hours ago, Joshua A. Jones
Congratulations to ZT Senior Band members, Madalyn Lombardo and Sam Goodman on their performances at the Wright State University Honor Band Festival on Saturday, February 14th!

Congratulations to ZT 8th Grade Band members, Carly Mead, Addison Borland, and Jaxon Woods on their performance with the Project Bridge Middle School Honor Band on Saturday, February 14th at Logan High School!

A lot of work goes into being selected, preparing, and performing with honor bands. We are extremely proud of their efforts and accomplishments. Thank you for taking advantage of these opportunities! Way to go, Pioneers!
"How 'Bout That Band?!"
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Our ZTHS Science Fair was held on Monday, February 9th. Mr. Scott has reported that were 7 superior ratings and 11 excellent ratings!

Pictures courtesy of Mr. Scott.
3 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
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Announcements 2/13/2026

Daily Announcements
Reminder to all Student Council members: If you are going on the Statehouse trip, your permission slips are due TODAY. No late permission slips will be accepted.

Today is the last day of the Hope Squad Valentine's Day Bake sale. Stop by the table by the High School office to check it out and get a yummy treat.

There will be a writing club meeting today in room 346 during lunch.

A representative from the Ohio National Guard will be here next Wednesday during lunch to talk with anyone interested.

There will be a Science Bowl meeting today during lunch in Mr. Scott's Room 268.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are Thursday, February 19th from 3:00 p.m.-5:40 p.m. If you would like to schedule a conference, please contact the teacher.

Sports Times
2/13/26
Boys Basketball at Huntington at 4:45 p.m. for JV and 7:30 p.m. for Varsity
Girls Basketball at Huntington at 6 p.m.

2/14/26
Powerlifting at Piketon 10:00 a.m.
Swimming at OHSAA Sectionals (Ohio U.) 12:15 p.m.
Girls Basketball at Adena at 12 p.m.
Boys Wrestling at SVC Championships (Southeastern) 8 a.m.

Daily Menu
Fajita Chicken on a bed
Of Salad w/ Ranch
Seasoned Beans
Seasoned Corn
Tortilla Chips
Fruit

Quote of the Day
"You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today." — Abraham Lincoln.


3 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
Announcements 2/12/2026

Daily Announcements
There will be an FFA meeting in the shop today for all members

Reminder to all Student Council members: If you are going on the Statehouse trip, your permission slips are due tomorrow. No late permission slips will be accepted.

The Hope Squad's annual Valentine's Day Bake Sale is running now through Friday. Stop by the table by the High School office to check it out and get a yummy treat.

There will be a writing club meeting tomorrow during lunch in room 346.

Good luck to the quiz bowl team at the county-wide quiz bowl tournament on Friday. The van will board at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow morning.

Students, if you have not done so already, please take the quick poll question about energy drinks in your graduating class in Google Classroom. Be sure to read the next newsletter to see the results.

Seniors, vote for senior class picks in the class of 2026 Google Classroom.

Sports Times
2/11/26

Daily Menu
Popcorn chicken plain
Or with Tso sauce
Buttered peas
Steamed rice
fruit

Quote of the Day
“Happiness is not the absence of problems, it's the ability to deal with them.”
― Steve Maraboli


4 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
Announcements 2/11/2026

Daily Announcements
Attention all BPA students. There will be a club meeting in the media center today Wednesday, February 11th during lunch. Please get your lunch and quickly report to the media center.

The Hope Squad's annual Valentine's Day Bake sale is going on now through Friday. Stop by the table by the High School office to check it out and get a yummy treat.

There will be a writing club meeting this Friday in room 346 during lunch.

The first day for varsity softball will be Monday, February 16th @3:00 in the middle school gym.

Lauren Andrews placed 5th at the Division II Girls Sectional Bowling Tournament, which qualifies her for the district tournament!

Students, if you have not done so already, please take the quick poll question about energy drinks in your graduating class Google classroom. Be sure to read the next newsletter to see the results.

Seniors, vote for senior class picks in the class of 2026 Google classroom.

Sports Times
2/11/26

Daily Menu
Beef Patty on Bun
Cheese Available
Mashed Potatoes
Steamed Baby Carrots
Fruit

Quote of the Day
"We can't become what we need to be by remaining what we are." — Oprah Winfrey
5 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
OHSAA Division II Boys Sectional Bowling Results -February 9, 2026

Our ZT boys finished 17th with a score of 2139.

Individual Results
Blake Brower 479
Caleb Skaggs 456
Andrew Payton 417
Alex Karwatske 276
Luke Morris 275
Torin Sparks 236


Top four teams that advanced to districts:

1. Ironton 2755
2. Unioto 2734
3. Westfall 2472
4. Washington C.H. 2580
6 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
Announcements 2/10/2026

Daily Announcements
The BPA community service committee is holding a fundraiser to give the gift of love to nursing home residents. If you would like to contribute, see Mrs. Black for details or to donate items! The deadline to donate will be on Wednesday, January 11th.

Attention all BPA students. There will be a Club meeting in the Media Center this Wednesday, February 11, during lunch. Please get your lunch and quickly report to the Media Center.

Reminder to all Student Council members: If you are going on the Statehouse trip, your permission slips are due this Friday. No late permission slips will be accepted.

The Hope Squad's annual Valentine's Day Bake Sale starts tomorrow and runs through Friday. Stop by the table by the High School office to check it out and get a yummy treat.

Attention Juniors- Mrs. DePugh will be distributing ACT prep materials during lunch. If you are not here for lunch because of the CCP or absence, please see Mrs. DePugh to get your packet. Packets were delivered to Pickaway-Ross CTC to be given to the Juniors there.

There will be a writing club meeting this Friday in room 346 during lunch.

There will be an FCA meeting today during lunch in the room behind the cafeteria.

Sports Times
2/5/26
Girls Bowling at Shawnee Lanes at 11 a.m.
Boys Basketball vs. Westfall JV 6 p.m. Varsity 7:30 p.m.

Daily Menu
Chicken Nuggets Plain
Or With Orange Sauce
Steamed Broccoli
Steamed Rice
Fruit

Quote of the Day
"Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do." – John Wooden
6 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
Announcements 2/9/2026

Daily Announcements
A tentative list of eligible 11th and 12th graders for National Honor Society is posted on the office window. Email Mrs. Lashley if you feel you were omitted.

The Red Cross Blood Drive is tomorrow, February 10th. Please see Malia Vick or Mrs. Lashley to schedule a time.

The BPA community service committee is holding a fundraiser to give the gift of love to nursing home residents. If you would like to contribute, see Mrs. Black for details or to donate items! The deadline to donate will be on Wednesday, January 11th.

The High School Science Fair will be this evening at 6PM in the high school media center.

Attention all BPA students. There will be a Club meeting in the Media center this Wednesday February 11th during lunch. Please get your lunch and quickly report to the Media center.

Attention all BPA Community Service and Fund Raising Committee Members, there is a meeting today in Ms. Black's room during lunch. See you there.

Sports Times
2/5/26
Boys Bowling Sectionals
Girls Basketball at Washington Court House 6 p.m.

Daily Menu
Pork RIB patty on bun
Plain or w/ BBQ sauce
Tater tots
Green beans
Fruit

Quote of the Day
Let your hopes, not your hurts, shape your future.-Robert H. Schuller
7 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
Zane Trace High School
Events/Activities
February 9 - February 14

Monday, February 9
Boys Bowling at OHSAA Sectionals 11:00 a.m.
ZT Science Fair 6:00 p.m.
Girls Basketball at Washington C.H. 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, February 10
NHS Red Cross Blood Drive 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Girls Bowling at OHSAA Sectionals 11:00 a.m.
Boys Basketball vs Westfall 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 11
Parent Advisory Committee Meeting 4:45 p.m.

Thursday, February 12
FFA Meeting (Lunch)

Friday, February 13
Prom Committee Meeting (Lunch)
JV Boys Basketball at Huntington 4:45 p.m.
Varsity Girls Basketball at Huntington 6:00 p.m.
Varsity Boys Basketball at Huntington 7:15 p.m.

Saturday, February 14
Powerlifting at Piketon 10:00 a.m.
Girls Basketball at Adena 12:00 p.m.
Swimming at OHSAA Sectionals (Ohio University) 12:15 p.m.
7 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
The 48th Annual ZT FFA Sausage Breakfast was a success! Our students in the FFA program began preparing for this event in early January. This past week, they spent the week preparing the sausage and getting all the needed materials ready for the event. They could not have achieved this without the assistance of several parents and the guidance our great cafeteria staff! Big thanks to Todd Jean for stepping in to help lead the students in the preparations for the event. A great team effort!
9 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
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Announcements 2/5/2026

Daily Announcements
The BPA community service committee is holding a fundraiser to give the gift of love to nursing home residents. If you would like to contribute, see Mrs. Black for details or to donate items! The deadline to donate will be on Wednesday, January 11th.

The ZT FFA Sausage Breakfast is tomorrow from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Sports Times


Daily Menu
Chicken tenders plain
Or sweet baby Ray’s garlic
Hot honey sauce
Steamed broccoli
Steamed rice
fruit

Quote of the Day
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity”― Albert Einstein
11 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
Zane Trace High School Newsletter, February 2026 Edition
12 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
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The boys basketball games tonight against Jackson have been postponed. The Senior Night activities have been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 10th.
13 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
Please see the attached flyers to order a 2026 yearbook! Please note there are separate flyers for high school, middle school, and elementary. Please be sure you use the correct flyer and information when you register your student and order a book.
13 days ago, Leyna Bsat
High School
Middle School
Elementary

Announcements 2/3/2026

Daily Announcements

Attention: this is for all BPA students attending the Columbus Blue Jackets Leadership Day.  We are leaving after lunch Wed.  You need to be at the superintendent's doors to load the bus as soon as possible after lunch. At  10:45, we leave.  Bring only what you need for the day.  You cannot carry in any bags that are larger than 8X5X1 inches.  Dress warm.  No crocks, no jeans with holes.  Wear gloves and hoodies or warm hats and coats.  Bring money to eat before and during the game.  Any questions, please talk to Mrs. Thornton or Ms. Black.

The second nine-week PBIS Field trip to Shawnee Lanes was rescheduled for Friday, February 20th. 

There will be an FCA meeting today during lunch in the room behind the cafeteria

The first day for varsity softball will be Monday, February 16th @3:00 in the middle school gym.

Sports Times

2/3/26

Boys Basketball vs Jackson 6:00 p.m.

Daily Menu

Pizza 

Steamed Baby Carrots 

Salad with Ranch

Fruit

Quote of the Day

“The eye sees only what the mind is prepared to comprehend.”-Robertson Davies


13 days ago, Joshua A. Jones
Announcements 2/2/2026

Daily Announcements

Anyone interested in donating blood on February 10 see Malia Vick or Mrs. Lashley to schedule a time.

Student Council members need to stop by Lauren & Kathy's office today at lunch to pick up a permission slip for the upcoming Statehouse trip.

Congratulations to the band members who participated in the Ohio Music Education Association's Solo and Ensemble Events on Saturday, January 17th at Unioto! All ZT events earned either a Superior or Excellent Rating on all Class A and B pieces. Sam Goodman, Scarlett Chaney, and Andrea Carroll received Superior Ratings on their solos. Vernon Holdren and Madalyn Lombardo received Excellent Ratings on their solos. The Percussion Ensemble received a Superior on the piece; members included Sam Goodman, Addison Gawelek, Chloe Johnson, Carly Picklesimer, AJ Jaynes, and Emily Goodman. The Clarinet Quartet received an Excellent Rating on their piece, members included: Madalyn Lombardo, Andrea Carroll, Natalie Boltenhouse, and Addison Gawelek. Great work, everyone! "How 'Bout That Band?!"

Sports Times
2/2/26
Girls Basketball at Jackson at 6 p.m.

Daily Menu
Gina’s Italian
Hamburger Helper
Salad w/ Creamy Italian
Buttered Peas
Sweet Rolls
Fruit

Quote of the Day
“Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow.” —Helen Keller.
14 days ago, Joshua A. Jones

Due to dangerously cold temperatures and road conditions, Zane Trace Local School District will be closed on Thursday, January 29th and Friday, January 30th. High School students need to continue to complete assignments posted in Google Classroom.
The high school PBIS field trip scheduled for Friday, January 30th is being rescheduled to a later date.

19 days ago, Joshua A. Jones

🎓 We are proud to celebrate our Zane Trace High School students who have earned professional IT and aviation certifications! These achievements are proudly displayed on Mrs. Thornton’s classroom door for the entire school to see.

Each badge represents an individual certification earned, and many students have earned multiple certifications, highlighting their dedication and continued growth. This display is a work in progress, with more students still to be added as they complete additional certifications.

We are incredibly proud of our students for their hard work and dedication as they prepare for future careers. Keep it up! ❤️💙

#ZaneTraceHighSchool #StudentSuccess #CareerReady #PRCTCProud

25 days ago, Sarah Thornton
picture of the door with the students accomplishments