Daily Announcements
New Student Welcome Day for all sophomores who were accepted (and emailed their acceptance) at Pickaway Ross Career and Technology Center today from 10:30-1:30. Magnet students do not attend. Students will be called down around 10:10.
2026-2027 MADE Ambassador Application window is now open. If you are interested, please pick up an application from the High School Office or room 146. These applications are due no later than April 1st.
Andrew Payton is signing a letter of intent to continue his track and field career at Mount Vernon Nazarene University after school today in the media center.
Students who were accepted into the Sports Medicine and Allied Health programs at Pickaway Ross through their "magnet" program will meet at their program location on the evening of March 24th between 4 PM and 6 PM.
Sports Times
3/23/26
Softball vs. Logan Elm 5:15 p.m.
Daily Menu
Assorted Pizza
Salad w/ Ranch
Mixed Veggy
Fruit
Quote of the Day
"I think as an artist, you should always be trying to learn something new and never feel like you’ve reached your peak."- Chino Moreno
Events/Activities
March 23-March 28
Monday, March 23
Softball vs Logan Elm 5:15 p.m.
Andrew Payton Signing 2:15 p.m. (Media Center)
Tuesday, March 24
FCA Meeting (Lunch)
Softball at Amanda Clearcreek 5:15 p.m.
Wednesday, March 25
Dunk Distracted Driving Assembly 9:15 a.m.
Student Council Meeting (Lunch)
Atomic Credit Union Student-Run Program (Lunch)
Big Brothers/Big Sisters Programming (8th Period)
Evan Minor Signing 2:15 p.m. (Media Center)
Thursday, March 26
Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:00 p.m.- 5:40 p.m.
8th Grade Night (Cafeteria) 5:00 p.m.
Friday, March 27
Two Hour Delay-Teacher Meetings
Softball at McClain 5:00 p.m.
Varsity Baseball vs Lynchburg-Clay 5:15 p.m.
JV Baseball at Lynchburg Clay 5:15 p.m.
Saturday, March 28
Softball at Circleville 12:00 p.m.
Varsity Baseball vs Delaware Hayes at VA Memorial Stadium 2:45 p.m.
Greetings!
We are excited to share some upcoming events with everyone who is interested in participating in the Zane Trace Band Program. Mrs. Smith and I have been talking to the 4th grade classes about band and the different instruments they have the opportunity to learn if they would like to sign-up for band.
Permission Slip to sign up for 5th-8th Grade Band. Please turn in to BJ Tripp or Mrs. Waller by Friday, March 27th.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H12mp73Zm9GPrzkAh3UQNGWrYstV_hIR/view?usp=drive_link
We will have Instrument Fittings during the school day on Wednesday, March 25th. The 4th grade classes have been scheduled for a time to play a few instruments and choose the instrument that is the best fit for them. If anyone in 5th-11th grade would like to join band, please fill out the permission slip, turn it in to BJ tripp or Mrs. Waller, and sign up for an instrument fitting in the Instrument Fitting Google Form: https://forms.gle/vo7Dtjk6pLZuoxV27
Not sure which instrument you want to try during the fitting? You can hear what they sound like on this interactive PDF:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Lb4FK2eS8B2UFez4TceSJOGCvAuNZURX/view?usp=sharing
Zane Trace High School students who are interested in participating in band should email Mrs. Waller and make sure you add band to your high school schedule with Mrs. Depugh. We have additional band options for high school band students (Jazz Band, Chamber Ensemble, and Honor Band).
We will have a Beginning Band and New Member Parent Meeting on Tuesday, March 31st in the ZT Cafeteria at 6pm. This is the best time to talk about what band will be like and hear about how to set up an instrument rental through Music and Arts for the fall of 2026. As mentioned in the permission slip, it is recommended and not mandatory to set up a rental with Music and Arts. Please talk to Mrs. Waller before taking a different route.
Students that participate in Pickaway-Ross, CCP, FFA, theatre, eSports, and athletics are always welcome to participate! We work hard to schedule events while keeping possible conflicts in mind. We care about providing ZT students with opportunities to participate in a variety of activities to better the community, support their interests, and help them reach their potential.
Here are a couple of videos that I like that break down the different instrument options and how playing instruments is one of the best activities you can do for your brain.
Information about instruments that we play in band: www.bepartofthemusic.org/bpotb/index.html
How Playing an Instrument Benefits Your Brain: https://youtu.be/R0JKCYZ8hng
In 5th and 6th Grade, we usually have 2 concerts a year. We usually have a concert in early December and a concert in late April. There are opportunities to perform in the Ross Regional Beginning Honor Band and Ross County Summer Youth Band (performs at the Ross County Fair).
In 7th and 8th Grade, we usually have 3 concerts a year. We also begin participating in Ohio Music Education Adjudicated Events, such as Large Group in March and Solo and Ensemble in April. Students also have opportunities to participate in about 3 honor bands, as well as Ross County Summer Youth Band (performs at the Ross County Fair). Students are allowed to participate in the Marching Band.
In 9th-12th Grade, we usually have 3 concerts a year. We continue to participate in Ohio Music Education Adjudicated Events. High School Solo and Ensemble in January or February and Large Group in March. Students have even more opportunities to participate in a variety of collegiate Honor Bands, OMEA All-State Band, Ross County Honor Band, and OMEA District 16 Honor Band. The Zane Trace Marching Band performs at most local parades, band festivals, ZT Football Games, ZT home basketball games, and usually performs in Florida, Cedar Point, and Kings Island every four years or so.
Throughout 5th-12th grade band, we hope that students learn skills that they can use for the rest of their lives, transfer those skills to other forms of music performances, participate in community bands, and hopefully pass on to future generations. Zane Trace Band Alumni have gone on to participate in collegiate marching bands and have performed all over the world.
It’s never too late to get started, but it is easier the earlier you begin.
Please don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Waller anytime with any questions! Thank you!
Kate Waller
Zane Trace Band Director
kwaller@ztlsd.org
Daily Announcements
New Student Welcome Day for all sophomores that were accepted (and emailed their acceptance) at Pickaway Ross Career and Technology Center on March 23 from 10:30-1:30. Magnet students do not attend. Students will be called down around 10:10.
2026-2027 MADE Ambassador Application window is now open. If you are interested, please pick up an application at the High School Office or room 146. These applications are due no later than April 1st.
There is a writing club meeting today during lunch in room 346.
Good luck to our ZT students competing at the Regional Science Fair on Saturday at Ohio University in Athens.
Sports Times
3/20/26
Varsity Baseball at Amanda Clearcreek at 5:15 p.m.
JV Baseball at ZT vs. Amanda Clearcreek at 5:15 p.m.
3/21/26
Baseball at ZT vs. Whiteoak at 12 p.m.
Softball at South Webster at 12 p.m.
Daily Menu
Popcorn Fish Nuggets
Sauces Available
Ginas Twisted
Mac and Cheese
Baked Beans
Fruit
Quote of the Day
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?” - MLK
Daily Announcements
There will be a prom committee meeting today during lunch in room 146
New Student Welcome Day for all sophomores who were accepted (and emailed their acceptance) at PRCTC on March 23 from 10:30-1:30. Students will be called down around 10:10.
There will be a writing club meeting tomorrow during lunch in room 346.
Lane Reeves is signing a letter of intent to attend the University of Rio Grande to play football in the media center after school today. Congrats, Lane!
There is an FFA Meeting at lunch today in the AG shop.
Sports Times
3/18/26
Baseball at Minford at 5 p.m.
Softball at Minford at 5 p.m.
Daily Menu
Chicked Wrap
Sauces Available
Steamed Broccoli
Salad w/ Ranch
Fruit
Quote of the Day
“It always seems impossible until it's done.” – Nelson Mandela
Daily Announcements
There will be a MADE Ambassador meeting today during lunch in room 146
New Student Welcome Day for all sophomores that were accepted (and emailed their acceptance) at PRCTC on March 23 from 10:30-1:30. Students will be called down around 10:10.
There will be a writing club meeting this Friday in room 346 during lunch.
Kailee Johnson is committing to attend Ohio Northern University for volleyball after school in the media center today. Congrats, Kailee!
Sports Times
3/18/26
Daily Menu
Mini Corndogs
Scalloped Potatoes
Baked Beans
Fruit
Quote of the Day
“I never want to grow up” - Tyler Gregory Okonma
Daily Announcements
There will be an FCA meeting today in the normal meeting in the cafeteria.
There will be a Junior Class Officer only meeting today during lunch in room 146.
Reise Grant is committing to attend Capital University for Track and Field after school in the media center today. Congrats, Reise!
The FFA Banquet is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18th at 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria.
Daily Menu
Bosco Sticks
Marinara Sauce
Salad w/creamy italian
Steamed Baby Carrots
Fruit
Quote of the Day
“Procrastination makes easy things hard and hard things harder.”- Mason Cooley
🚨 Tomorrow’s the Night!
Come to Chipotle (Chillicothe Bridge St.) from 4–8 PM to support our students! 🌯
🎉 A portion of the proceeds goes toward our end-of-year celebration.
📣 Remember to mention the fundraiser before you pay so your order counts!
Bring friends, grab dinner, and make a difference! 💛
Announcements 3/16/2026
Daily Announcements
2026-2027 MADE Ambassador Application window is now open. If you are interested, please pick an application up in the High School Office or room 146. These applications are due NO LATER than April 1st.
Attention All Students. Tues March 17, eat at Chipotle between 4 and 8 pm and mention Zane Trace Fundraiser before paying and a portion of the proceeds will come back to Zane Trace High School.
This weekend at the Ohio High School State Powerlifting Meet, Evan Minor won the state title in the 250lb weight class with a 1300lb total! Blake Brower was the state runner-up in the 225lb class with a 1385lb total and Brice Johnson was state runner-up in the 210lb class with a 1330 total! Others that finished near the top of their weight divisions include Lane Reeves and Bella Tisi, who both finished 4th.
Sports Times
3/16/26
Softball vs. Portsmouth West at 5:15 p.m.
Daily Menu
Chicken Patty Plain Or
Spicy on Bun
Tater Tots
Green Beans
Fruit
Quote of the Day
“Everybody just has different steps in their life that they take to do what they should”
- Jacques Bermon Webster ll
Daily Announcements
Today is the last day of the third nine weeks. Grade cards will go home on Friday, March 20th.
There is no school for students on Friday, March 13th.
Sports Times
3/11/26
Daily Menu
Chicken Nuggets Plain
Or w/ Sweet and Sour Sauce
Mashed Potatoes
Buttered Corn
Oatmeal Cookie
Fruit
Quote of the Day
"Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still." – Robert T. Kirosaki
Daily Announcements
Attention all BPA students. Today, March 11, if you are wearing your BPA t-shirt, you will be called down to the middle school gym at the end of 3rd period. We will be having our group yearbook picture taken at 10:00 am. After the picture, you will get your lunch and then immediately report to the media center for our monthly meeting.
Sports Times
3/11/26
Daily Menu
Cheese Quesadilla or
Cheese Pizza
Salad w/ranch
Mixed veggie
Fruit
Quote of the Day
"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind." — Bernard M. Baruch
✈️ Aviation Students Exploring Advanced Drone Technology!
This week students launched into thermal imaging and drone mapping missions. So far they’ve completed:
🔥 Their first thermal imaging flights (thermal photos captured by Gabe Renner!)
🗺️ Their first aerial mapping flights
These powerful tools are used in real-world careers like search and rescue, emergency response, construction planning, and agriculture.
👩✈️👨✈️Hands-on learning in action! Thermal imaging, mapping missions, and real-world problem solving all in one class.
#PRCTCProud #ZaneTraceAviation #HandsOnLearning
Announcements 3/10/2026
Daily Announcements
There will be an FCA meeting today during lunch in Mr. Scott's Room.
Attention all BPA students. Tomorrow, March 11, please wear your BPA T-shirt to school. We will be having our group yearbook picture taken in the cafeteria at 10:00 am. After the picture, you will get your lunch and then immediately report to the media center for our Monthly Meeting.
All Applicants for potential FFA officers need to report to the AG room at lunch today for interview results.
Sports Times
3/9/26
Softball vs Athens 5:15 p.m.
Daily Menu
Chicken Tenders Plain
Or with Orange Sauce
Steamed Broccoli
Steamed Brown Rice
Fruit
Quote of the Day
"Everything you've ever wanted is on the other side of fear." — George Addair
Daily Announcements
2026-2027 MADE Ambassador Application window is now open. If you are interested, please pick up an application in the High School Office or room 146. These applications are due NO LATER than April 1st.
Attention all BPA students. This Wednesday, March 11, please wear your BPA T-shirt to school. We will be having our group yearbook picture taken in the middle school gym at 10:00 am. After the picture, you will get your lunch and then immediately report to the media center for our Monthly Meeting.
The Ohio Air National Guard will be here during lunch today. Feel free to ask them any questions you might have!
Congratulations to the 8th-12th Grade Concert Band on their performance at the Ohio Music Education Association's Large Group Adjudicated Events on Saturday at Miami Trace. The band received an overall 2 or Excellent rating. This was their most successful Large Group performance in many years. "How 'Bout That Band?!"
Hudson Williams placed 4th in the high jump at the OATCC Indoor Track and Field State Meet!
Sports Times
3/9/26
Softball at ZT vs. Athens at 5:15 p.m.
Daily Menu
Beef Patty or
Meatloaf on Patty on Bun
Cheese Available
Sweet Potato Fries
Green Beans
Fruit
Quote of the Day
"Stay afraid, but do it anyway." — Carrie Fisher
Events/Activities
March 9-March 14
Monday, March 9
Tuesday, March 10
FCA Meeting (Lunch)
Wednesday, March 11
Student Council Meeting (Lunch)
Atomic Credit Union Student-Run Program (Lunch)
Big Brothers/Big Sisters Programming (8th Period)
Thursday, March 12
Last Day of the Third Nine Weeks
FFA Meeting (Lunch)
Friday, March 13
NO SCHOOL- Teacher Work Day
Saturday, March 14
Powerlifting at Ohio High School State Powerlifting Meet at Kenton H.S. 9:30 a.m.
The band has been working very hard to prepare for this event and made a lot of progress individually and as a group in the last couple of weeks!
Way to go, Pioneers! We are very proud of you! Thank you for all of the time you put in practicing on your own, practicing after school, and working together!
Thank you to the parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and community for showing up for these students and helping them get to and from practices and performances. These experiences wouldn't be possible without your support!
"How 'Bout That Band?!"
🌯 Chipotle Fundraiser – Support Our Students!
Join us at Chipotle (Chillicothe Bridge St.) on Tuesday, March 17th from 4–8 PM and help support our students!
🎉 A portion of the proceeds will go toward our end-of-year student celebration.
📣 Don’t forget to mention the fundraiser before you pay so your purchase counts!
Bring your friends, grab dinner, and support a great cause.
