Date 8/31/26
Daily Announcements
On Tuesday Sept. 8th, the ZTHS NHS will be sponsoring the Red Cross Blood drive. All NHS members please sign up in the NHS google classroom to work during the blood drive.
Anyone interested in donating who is age 16, see Mrs. Lashley for a parent permission form. Older students can email Bristol Britton or Mrs. Lashley for a donation time.
This Thursday during lunch we will be holding a tie the tie competition. If you are interested in competing against other students who can tie a tie the fastest and the best, please sign up with Ms. Black. The Social Media Communications class will be taking pictures and videos to post on their ZT Media accounts. If you do well on Thursday, you will be able to move onto the finals on Friday during lunch.
A reminder that current student drivers need to have a parking pass by this Friday, September 4th.
MADE - Drug Free Club Applications are currently being accepted for the 2026-2027 school year. You can pick up an application in the High School Office or room 145. All students who turn in their application and money will be entered into a drawing. We will draw 4 names on September 23rd during lunch and those 4 students will get their homecoming ticket reimbursed by MADE.
There will be a meeting in Mrs. Mowery's room, Room 269, during lunch on September 2 for any junior interested in running for a junior class officer position. Juniors who are interested in running but cannot attend the meeting can email or visit Mrs. Mowery's room by September 4 to receive the materials from the meeting.
Sports Times
8/31/26
Girls Golf at Dogwood (SVC #5) 4:00 p.m.
Girls Soccer at Alexander 6:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer at Alexander 8:00 p.m.
Lunch
Beef Patty on Bun
Cheese Available
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Fruit
Quote of the day
"Never give up, and be confident in what you do. There may be tough times, but the difficulties which you face will make you more determined to achieve your objectives and to win against all the odds." - Marta
Daily Announcements
On Tuesday Sept. 8th, the ZTHS NHS will be sponsoring the Red Cross Blood drive. All NHS members please sign up in the NHS google classroom to work during the blood drive.
Anyone interested in donating who is age 16, see Mrs. Lashley for a parent permission form. Older students can email Bristol Britton or Mrs. Lashley for a donation time.
This Thursday during lunch we will be holding a tie the tie competition. If you are interested in competing against other students who can tie a tie the fastest and the best, please sign up with Ms. Black. The Social Media Communications class will be taking pictures and videos to post on their ZT Media accounts. If you do well on Thursday, you will be able to move onto the finals on Friday during lunch.
A reminder that current student drivers need to have a parking pass by this Friday, September 4th.
MADE - Drug Free Club Applications are currently being accepted for the 2026-2027 school year. You can pick up an application in the High School Office or room 145. All students who turn in their application and money will be entered into a drawing. We will draw 4 names on September 23rd during lunch and those 4 students will get their homecoming ticket reimbursed by MADE.
There will be a meeting in Mrs. Mowery's room, Room 269, during lunch on September 2 for any junior interested in running for a junior class officer position. Juniors who are interested in running but cannot attend the meeting can email or visit Mrs. Mowery's room by September 4 to receive the materials from the meeting.
Sports Times
8/31/26
Girls Golf at Dogwood (SVC #5) 4:00 p.m.
Girls Soccer at Alexander 6:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer at Alexander 8:00 p.m.
Lunch
Beef Patty on Bun
Cheese Available
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Fruit
Quote of the day
"Never give up, and be confident in what you do. There may be tough times, but the difficulties which you face will make you more determined to achieve your objectives and to win against all the odds." - Marta
Zane Trace High School
Events/Activities
August 31-September 5, 2026
Monday, August 31
Boys Soccer at Alexander 8:00 p.m.
Girls Soccer at Alexander 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 1
FCA Meeting (Lunch)
Boys Golf at Valley Vista 4:00 p.m.
Cross Country at Huntington 4:30 p.m.
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Paint Valley 5:15 p.m.
Wednesday, September 2
Girls Golf at Valley Vista (SVC #6)
Boys Golf vs Pickaway CC 4:00 p.m.
Girls Soccer vs Northwest 5:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Northwest 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 3
Boys Golf at Valley Vista (SVC #4) 4:00 p.m.
JV/Varsity Volleyball at Adena 5:15 p.m.
Friday, September 4
Varsity Football at Amanda Clearcreek 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 5
Cross Country at Circleville 9:00 a.m.
JV Football at Unioto 10:00 a.m.
Events/Activities
August 31-September 5, 2026
Monday, August 31
Boys Soccer at Alexander 8:00 p.m.
Girls Soccer at Alexander 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 1
FCA Meeting (Lunch)
Boys Golf at Valley Vista 4:00 p.m.
Cross Country at Huntington 4:30 p.m.
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Paint Valley 5:15 p.m.
Wednesday, September 2
Girls Golf at Valley Vista (SVC #6)
Boys Golf vs Pickaway CC 4:00 p.m.
Girls Soccer vs Northwest 5:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Northwest 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 3
Boys Golf at Valley Vista (SVC #4) 4:00 p.m.
JV/Varsity Volleyball at Adena 5:15 p.m.
Friday, September 4
Varsity Football at Amanda Clearcreek 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 5
Cross Country at Circleville 9:00 a.m.
JV Football at Unioto 10:00 a.m.
Date 8/28/26
Daily Announcements
MADE - Drug Free Club Applications are currently being accepted for the 2026-2027 school year. You can pick up an application in the High School Office or room 145. All students who turn in their application and money will be entered into a drawing. We will draw 4 names on September 23rd during lunch and those 4 students will get their homecoming ticket reimbursed by MADE.
There will be a meeting in Mrs. Mowery's room, Room 269, during lunch on September 2 for any junior interested in running for a junior class officer position. Juniors who are interested in running but cannot attend the meeting can email or visit Mrs. Mowery's room by September 4 to receive the materials from the meeting.
Sign-up sheets are now available in office for all students interested in becoming part of the 2026-2027 homecoming court. The deadline to sign up is September 8th.
There is a sign-up sheet in the office for any girls in the junior class who are interested in representing Zane Trace High School at the Circleville Pumpkin Show. The deadline to sign up is September 1st.
The 15th Annual Zane Trace Band Boosters Car and Bike Show is this Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the parking lot in front of the school.
Sports Times
8/28/26
Varsity Football at Waverly 7:00 p.m.
8/29/26
Cross Country at McClain 9:30 a.m.
JV Football vs Waverly 10:00 a.m.
Lunch
Bosco Sticks
Marinara Sauce
Broccoli Florets
Assorted Veggies
Fruit
Quote of the day
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better" — Maya Angelou
Daily Announcements
MADE - Drug Free Club Applications are currently being accepted for the 2026-2027 school year. You can pick up an application in the High School Office or room 145. All students who turn in their application and money will be entered into a drawing. We will draw 4 names on September 23rd during lunch and those 4 students will get their homecoming ticket reimbursed by MADE.
There will be a meeting in Mrs. Mowery's room, Room 269, during lunch on September 2 for any junior interested in running for a junior class officer position. Juniors who are interested in running but cannot attend the meeting can email or visit Mrs. Mowery's room by September 4 to receive the materials from the meeting.
Sign-up sheets are now available in office for all students interested in becoming part of the 2026-2027 homecoming court. The deadline to sign up is September 8th.
There is a sign-up sheet in the office for any girls in the junior class who are interested in representing Zane Trace High School at the Circleville Pumpkin Show. The deadline to sign up is September 1st.
The 15th Annual Zane Trace Band Boosters Car and Bike Show is this Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the parking lot in front of the school.
Sports Times
8/28/26
Varsity Football at Waverly 7:00 p.m.
8/29/26
Cross Country at McClain 9:30 a.m.
JV Football vs Waverly 10:00 a.m.
Lunch
Bosco Sticks
Marinara Sauce
Broccoli Florets
Assorted Veggies
Fruit
Quote of the day
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better" — Maya Angelou
September Pioneer Planner
Date 8/27/26
Daily Announcements
There will be a meeting in Mrs. Mowery's room, Room 269, during lunch on September 2 for any junior interested in running for a junior class officer position. Juniors who are interested in running but cannot attend the meeting can email or visit Mrs. Mowery's room by September 4 to receive the materials from the meeting.
Sign-up sheets are now available in office for all students interested in becoming part of the 2026-2027 homecoming court. The deadline to sign up is September 8th.
There is a sign-up sheet in the office for any girls in the junior class who are interested in representing Zane Trace High School at the Circleville Pumpkin Show. The deadline to sign up is September 1st.
Sports Times
8/27/26
Boys Golf at Jaycees (SVC #3) 4:30 p.m.
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs McClain 5:15 p.m.
Boys Soccer at Portsmouth West 6:30 p.m.
Lunch
Chicken Tender Wrap
Sauces Available
Steamed or raw carrots
Green Beans
Fruit
Quote of the day
“The fight is won or lost far away from witnesses – behind the lines, in the gym, and out there on the road, long before I dance under those lights.” -Muhammad Ali
Date 8/26/26
Daily Announcements
MADE - Drug Free Club Applications are currently being accepted for the 2026-2027 school year. You can pick up an application in the High School Office or room 145. All students who turn in their application and money will be entered into a drawing. We will draw 4 names on September 23rd during lunch and those 4 students will get their homecoming ticket reimbursed by MADE.
This is the last day you can change your schedule. If you need to do so, please visit Mrs. DePugh.
Students- We will be soon renovating the library for another use beginning in the 2027-2028 school year. If you are interested in having any books in the library, you are welcome to visit the library and collect books of interest. We are also currently working on establishing a BookHive for our books.
Sports Times
8/26/26
Girls Golf at Pickaway CC (SVC#4)
Lunch
Nacho Chips w/Taco Meat
Seasoned Beans
Buttered Corn
Fruit
Quote of the day
“You miss 100% of the shots you do not take.”- Wayne Gretzky
Daily Announcements
MADE - Drug Free Club Applications are currently being accepted for the 2026-2027 school year. You can pick up an application in the High School Office or room 145. All students who turn in their application and money will be entered into a drawing. We will draw 4 names on September 23rd during lunch and those 4 students will get their homecoming ticket reimbursed by MADE.
This is the last day you can change your schedule. If you need to do so, please visit Mrs. DePugh.
Students- We will be soon renovating the library for another use beginning in the 2027-2028 school year. If you are interested in having any books in the library, you are welcome to visit the library and collect books of interest. We are also currently working on establishing a BookHive for our books.
Sports Times
8/26/26
Girls Golf at Pickaway CC (SVC#4)
Lunch
Nacho Chips w/Taco Meat
Seasoned Beans
Buttered Corn
Fruit
Quote of the day
“You miss 100% of the shots you do not take.”- Wayne Gretzky
Date 8/25/26
Daily Announcements
Any students interested in taking the PSAT need to register with Mrs. DePugh. The cost to take the test is $18, and must be paid at registration. The test will be given October 21, and you must register by September 3.
There is an FFA officer meeting today at lunch.
There will be an FCA meeting today during lunch in the room behind the cafeteria.
Sports Times
8/25/26
Girls Soccer at Sheridan 6:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Glenwood 7:00 p.m.
Lunch
Breaded chicken patty on a bun
Mashed Potatoes
Broccoli Florets
Fruit
Quote of the day
“To succeed in life, you need three things: a wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone.”- Reba McEntire
Daily Announcements
Any students interested in taking the PSAT need to register with Mrs. DePugh. The cost to take the test is $18, and must be paid at registration. The test will be given October 21, and you must register by September 3.
There is an FFA officer meeting today at lunch.
There will be an FCA meeting today during lunch in the room behind the cafeteria.
Sports Times
8/25/26
Girls Soccer at Sheridan 6:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Glenwood 7:00 p.m.
Lunch
Breaded chicken patty on a bun
Mashed Potatoes
Broccoli Florets
Fruit
Quote of the day
“To succeed in life, you need three things: a wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone.”- Reba McEntire
Date 8/24/26
Daily Announcements
A recruiter will be here from the Marines during lunch today.
If you receive a blue ticket, please put your name on it and turn it into the office. The first PBIS drawing will be Friday, September 4th.
Sports Times
8/24/26
Girls Golf at Big Beaver (SVC #3) 4:30 p.m.
Boys Golf at Jaycees (SVC #2) 4:30 p.m.
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Amanda 5:15 p.m.
Girls Soccer vs Logan Elm 5:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Logan Elm 5:00 p.m.
Lunch
Pizza Choice
Baby Carrots
Green Beans
Fruit
Quote of the day
"I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed." — Michael Jordan
Zane Trace High School
Events/Activities
August 24-29, 2026
Monday, August 24
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Amanda 5:15 p.m.
Girls Soccer vs Logan Elm 5:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Logan Elm 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 25
FFA Officer Meeting (Lunch)
Girls Soccer at Sheridan 6:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Glenwood 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 26
National FFA Convention Meeting (Lunch)
Thursday, August 27
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs McClain 5:15 p.m.
Boys Soccer at Portsmouth West 6:30 p.m.
Friday, August 28
Varsity Football at Waverly 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 29
Cross Country at McClain (Mitchell Park) 9:30 a.m.
JV Football vs Waverly 10:00 a.m.
Events/Activities
August 24-29, 2026
Monday, August 24
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Amanda 5:15 p.m.
Girls Soccer vs Logan Elm 5:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Logan Elm 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 25
FFA Officer Meeting (Lunch)
Girls Soccer at Sheridan 6:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Glenwood 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 26
National FFA Convention Meeting (Lunch)
Thursday, August 27
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs McClain 5:15 p.m.
Boys Soccer at Portsmouth West 6:30 p.m.
Friday, August 28
Varsity Football at Waverly 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 29
Cross Country at McClain (Mitchell Park) 9:30 a.m.
JV Football vs Waverly 10:00 a.m.
Date 8/21/26
Daily Announcements
We had a great first day back to school!
A reminder, if you need to change your schedule, you have until the end of the day on Wednesday, August 26th to change your schedule.
Interested in joining the student council? A sign-up form was sent to all students in their respective grade level’s Google Classroom.
The ZT Marching Band will march the halls at the end of the day. Step out in the halls and show your school spirit and clap them on as they march by!
Sports Times
8/21/26
Varsity Football vs Logan Elm 7:00 p.m.
8/22/26
JV Football at Logan Elm 10:00 a.m.
Lunch
Mini Corn Dogs
Gina's Twisted Mac and Cheese
Baked Beans
Fruit
Quote of the day
"Faith is taking the first step even when you do not see the whole staircase" .”-Martin Luther King Jr.
Daily Announcements
We had a great first day back to school!
A reminder, if you need to change your schedule, you have until the end of the day on Wednesday, August 26th to change your schedule.
Interested in joining the student council? A sign-up form was sent to all students in their respective grade level’s Google Classroom.
The ZT Marching Band will march the halls at the end of the day. Step out in the halls and show your school spirit and clap them on as they march by!
Sports Times
8/21/26
Varsity Football vs Logan Elm 7:00 p.m.
8/22/26
JV Football at Logan Elm 10:00 a.m.
Lunch
Mini Corn Dogs
Gina's Twisted Mac and Cheese
Baked Beans
Fruit
Quote of the day
"Faith is taking the first step even when you do not see the whole staircase" .”-Martin Luther King Jr.
Our varsity volleyball team improved to 2-0 with with a win over Vinton County last night! Our Lady Pioneers won in three sets with scores of 25-13, 25-8, 25-21.
The junior varsity volleyball team picked up a win in two sets to improve to 2-0 on season as well.
Congrats to our boys soccer team on their win over McClain, 4-2!
Go ZT!
The junior varsity volleyball team picked up a win in two sets to improve to 2-0 on season as well.
Congrats to our boys soccer team on their win over McClain, 4-2!
Go ZT!
Date 8/20/26
Daily Announcements
Welcome back!
We hope everyone had a great summer!
A few reminders: If you are a student driver, you have until September 4th to purchase your parking permit before me or Deputy Thomas begin checking parking passes in the lot. Parking permit applications are in the office. Cost is $5.
If you need to change your schedule, you have until the end of the day on Wednesday, August 26th to change your schedule.
If you arrive at school before 7:30 a.m., you need to report to either the high school gym or the cafeteria. No standing in the hallways or stairwells. The release bell to class is at 7:30 a.m.
Please abide by the dress code. Common dress code violations (shirts exposing midriffs, hats, and holes in the jeans above fingertip length)
Any student interested in pre registering for the PSAT needs to register with Mrs. DePugh. The cost is $18. The last day to register is September 3.
The Atomic Credit Union Student-Run program returns this year! If you are interested in a position, there are applications in the office. Please have applications returned to the office by Friday, August 28th.
We have some new bi-weekly PBIS rewards this year! You can earn tickets for perfect attendance each week. Our teachers may give you a ticket also if they feel you have done something exceptional in their class. When you earn a ticket, put your name on it and then turn it into the office to enter yourself into the drawing. We will draw names every two weeks, starting September 4th. There will be a variety of prizes for you to select!
Sports Times
Boys Golf at Crown Hill (SVC #1) 4:00 p.m.
Girls Golf at Pickaway CC 4:00 p.m.
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Vinton County 5:15 p.m.
Girls Soccer vs Greenfield McClain 5:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Greenfield McClain 7:00 p.m.
Lunch
Popcorn Chicken
Mashed Potatoes
Buttered Corn
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Fruit
Quote of the day
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.”- Dr. Seuss
Daily Announcements
Welcome back!
We hope everyone had a great summer!
A few reminders: If you are a student driver, you have until September 4th to purchase your parking permit before me or Deputy Thomas begin checking parking passes in the lot. Parking permit applications are in the office. Cost is $5.
If you need to change your schedule, you have until the end of the day on Wednesday, August 26th to change your schedule.
If you arrive at school before 7:30 a.m., you need to report to either the high school gym or the cafeteria. No standing in the hallways or stairwells. The release bell to class is at 7:30 a.m.
Please abide by the dress code. Common dress code violations (shirts exposing midriffs, hats, and holes in the jeans above fingertip length)
Any student interested in pre registering for the PSAT needs to register with Mrs. DePugh. The cost is $18. The last day to register is September 3.
The Atomic Credit Union Student-Run program returns this year! If you are interested in a position, there are applications in the office. Please have applications returned to the office by Friday, August 28th.
We have some new bi-weekly PBIS rewards this year! You can earn tickets for perfect attendance each week. Our teachers may give you a ticket also if they feel you have done something exceptional in their class. When you earn a ticket, put your name on it and then turn it into the office to enter yourself into the drawing. We will draw names every two weeks, starting September 4th. There will be a variety of prizes for you to select!
Sports Times
Boys Golf at Crown Hill (SVC #1) 4:00 p.m.
Girls Golf at Pickaway CC 4:00 p.m.
JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Vinton County 5:15 p.m.
Girls Soccer vs Greenfield McClain 5:00 p.m.
Boys Soccer vs Greenfield McClain 7:00 p.m.
Lunch
Popcorn Chicken
Mashed Potatoes
Buttered Corn
Chocolate Chip Cookie
Fruit
Quote of the day
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.”- Dr. Seuss
PSAT test will be October 21 at ZTHS. Register with Mrs. DePugh by September 3!
PSAT test will be October 21 at ZTHS. Register with Mrs. DePugh by September 3!
Congratulations to the 7th-12th Grade Zane Trace Marching Band on a great performance at the Ross County Fair on Monday, August 10th. They have been putting in a lot of work throughout July and have had a great start to their season!
They would like to invite everyone to breakfast on Saturday, August 15th at the ZT Sausage Booth (7am-2pm) and to their Car Wash on Sunday, August 16th by Steak 'n Shake (10am-2pm). Portions of all proceeds will go towards replacing their current marching band uniforms, yearly operating costs, and their next Florida trip.
Their next big event is the 15th Annual ZT Band Boosters Car and Bike Show held at Zane Trace High School on Saturday, August 29th. The 7th-12th Grade Marching Band will perform at 12:30pm. They will be serving great food and have activities for kids of all ages.
To register for the Car and Bike Show, please visit their event website: https://sites.google.com/view/zanetracebandboosters/?fce_id=d647e982-46a9-49f0-bb3e-d5b562867b11.
To make a direct donation to their uniform fund, please follow this link at any time: https://cuttime.simpleraise.com/stores/1630-zane-trace-band-donation-center/products/1522
Thank you so much for your support!
"How 'Bout That Band?!"
They would like to invite everyone to breakfast on Saturday, August 15th at the ZT Sausage Booth (7am-2pm) and to their Car Wash on Sunday, August 16th by Steak 'n Shake (10am-2pm). Portions of all proceeds will go towards replacing their current marching band uniforms, yearly operating costs, and their next Florida trip.
Their next big event is the 15th Annual ZT Band Boosters Car and Bike Show held at Zane Trace High School on Saturday, August 29th. The 7th-12th Grade Marching Band will perform at 12:30pm. They will be serving great food and have activities for kids of all ages.
To register for the Car and Bike Show, please visit their event website: https://sites.google.com/view/zanetracebandboosters/?fce_id=d647e982-46a9-49f0-bb3e-d5b562867b11.
To make a direct donation to their uniform fund, please follow this link at any time: https://cuttime.simpleraise.com/stores/1630-zane-trace-band-donation-center/products/1522
Thank you so much for your support!
"How 'Bout That Band?!"
Meet Ms. Miller!
Hello! My name is Lyndsey Miller and I'll be teaching English I this year. I've been substitute teaching the past few years and I am excited for this new position. A few of my favorite authors are Sally Rooney, John Steinbeck, and Kurt Vonnegut. I'm looking forwards to meeting the students and families at open house as well as becoming apart of the Zane Trace community!
PSAT test will be October 21 at ZTHS. Register with Mrs. DePugh by September 3!
As we gear up for another great school year, we have some new members to our high school staff to introduce!
Meet Ms. Kayla Bowens, Zane Trace Agriscience Instructor & FFA Advisor
Meet Ms. Kayla Bowens, Zane Trace Agriscience Instructor & FFA Advisor
Ross County CanCycle
Ross County Community Action Meal Schedule.
