Announcements 2/18/2026
Daily Announcements
There will be a MADE Ambassador meeting today at lunch in room 146.
A representative from the Ohio National Guard will be here today during lunch to talk with anyone interested.
Reminder to all Juniors that the ACT will be given here at ZT on Tuesday, February 24. Bring a fully charged Chromebook, calculator, and snack. We will begin in the high school gym at 7:45.
The BPA chapter is hosting a donut and hot chocolate fundraiser this Friday in front of the teacher's lounge. The proceeds support the Ross County Special Olympics.
The 5th-12th Grade Band is raising money to replace uniforms. They are taking orders for Chick-fil-A sandwiches today and tomorrow. Sandwiches will be kept warm and will be ready for pick-up before the 7th-12th Grade OMEA Winter Preview Concert next Thursday, February 26th, from 6:15-7:00. The concert will begin at 7 pm. There will be chips and beverages available for purchase at pick-up to round out the meal. Scan the QR code on the posters or visit the ZT Website to place orders online through the link. Cash or a check can be given to Mrs. Waller. Payment can also be made by Venmo or PayPal. Thank you for your support!
Sports Times
2/18/26
Girls Gymnastics at Bradley at 6 p.m.
Girls Basketball at Chesapeake at 7 p.m.
Daily Menu
Breaded Chicken on Bun
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Fruit
Quote of the Day
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." — Maya Angelou
The Zane Trace 5th-12th Grade Band is currently running a Chick-fil-A Fundraiser on Thursday, the 26th, before the 7th-12th Grade Band Winter OMEA Preview Concert. The sandwiches will be ready to pick up or consume from 6:15-7:00pm outside the Middle School Gym. Sandwiches are $7 each. There will be Pepsi products and a variety of chips available for $1 each as well.
Chick-fil-A orders are due by Thursday, February 19th. You can place orders through this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddh2W-nHmNeeEHlon8YF0vSrgjXDKcYMuxWFGegxc-R41fGg/viewform?usp=send_form
Payment can be made with cash/checks (Zane Trace Band Boosters) and given to Mrs. Waller or paid online with a credit card to David Houts (Venmo: @davidhouts, paypal: @DvdHts). He will be picking up the sandwiches in a heated bag on Thursday and the sandwiches will be kept in the heated bag during the pick-up time. Pickles and sauces will be available on the side.
The 7th-12th Grade Band OMEA Preview Concert is Thursday, February 26th at 7pm in the Middle School Gym. The Junior High Band will play 2-3 short pieces. The 8th-12th Grade Band will play 4 relatively short pieces. The 8th-12th Grade Band will perform these pieces again for Ohio Music Education Association District 16 Large Group Adjudicated Events on Saturday, March 7th at 10:25am at Miami Trace High School. The Junior High Band will perform their pieces as smaller ensembles for OMEA District 16 Junior High Solo and Ensemble at Chillicothe Middle School on Saturday, April 18th. All events are free and open to the public!
The Zane Trace Band Boosters are working hard to raise money to replace the marching band uniforms and annual operating fees. Donations are always appreciated as well. If you aren't a fan of Chick-fil-A and would like to assist in the fundraiser. You can donate directly to the band anytime through the uniform donation drive:
https://cuttime.simpleraise.com/stores/1630-zane-trace-band-donation-center/products/1522
Thank you so much! We hope to see you at a band event soon!
"How 'Bout That Band?!"
Announcements 2/17/2026
Daily Announcements
There will be a brief Student Council meeting today in the media center ONLY for those who are attending the Statehouse Trip.
There will be a Junior Class Officer only meeting at lunch in the Media Center (right after Student Council).
A representative from the Ohio National Guard will be here tomorrow during lunch to talk with anyone interested.
If you qualified for a donut from your English MAP test score, go see your English teacher to claim it if you haven't already.
Daily Menu
Bosco Sticks
Marinara Sauce
Salad w/ Ranch
Steamed Broccoli
Fruit
Quote of the Day
"The only person you should strive to be better than is the person you were yesterday." — Tony Robbins
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
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
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?!"
Pictures courtesy of Mr. Scott.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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