
Date 2/25/25
Daily Announcements
The Senior Class will host a bake sale today to raise money to go to Kings Island. Please bring donated baked goods to sell, pre-packaged for $1.00, or money to purchase baked goods.
Spirit Week is here: Today is Crazy Hair and Sock Day! Wednesday is: Twin Day – Team up with a friend and dress exactly alike. Thursday is: Jersey Day – Show off your favorite sports team with a jersey or team shirt. Friday is: Hat Day – Wear a fun and unique hat to school! Let’s end February with a Big Bang—don’t miss out on the fun!
CCP Night is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 5:00 in H.S. Media Center.
Just a reminder! Mrs. Hoselton’s students will need to report to study hall today.
Sports Scores
Varsity Boys Basketball beat Ironton,52- 45. They are Convo-bound!
Lunch
Spaghetti in Meat Sauce
Salad w/ Ranch
Steamed Carrots
Roll
Fruit
Quote of the day
"You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough." — Mae West

Certified Job Posting
2025-2026 School Year
High School Math Teacher
Candidates can email cover letter, resume, and references to jjones@ztlsd.org.
Materials can also be mailed to:
Attention: Dr. Josh Jones
Zane Trace High School
946 St. Rt. 180
Chillicothe, Ohio 45628


Date 2/24/25
Daily Announcements
The Juniors who signed up to take the ACT will test tomorrow, Feb. 25th. You must have a charged Chromebook to test. No Chromebooks will be provided for testing.
Members of the boys’ basketball team and cheerleaders will be excused for the first two class periods on Tuesday, February 25th. Any student attending the boys’ basketball game will need a note from a parent to be excused the first two periods. Students registered to take the ACT test
will still need to arrive on time.
The Senior Class will host a bake sale today and tomorrow to raise money to pay for transportation to Kings Island. Please bring donated baked goods to sell, pre-packaged for $1.00, or money to purchase baked goods.
If you have signed a commitment to attend the military after graduation please let me know as soon as possible. I need to order you a graduation stole.
On Saturday, Allison Payton competed in the Miss Chillicothe Scholarship Program, a local
Miss America Preliminary. Allison will be competing at Miss Ohio's Teen this June for a chance to go to Miss America's Teen and win thousands of dollars in scholarships.
Spirit Week is here: Today is Beach Day! Tuesday is: Crazy Hair and Sock Day – How wild can you get with your hair and socks? Wednesday is: Twin Day – Team up with a friend and dress exactly alike.Thursday is: Jersey Day – Show off your favorite sports team with a jersey or team shirt. Friday is: Hat Day – Wear a fun and unique hat to school! Let’s end February with a Big Bang—don’t miss out on the fun!
CCP Night is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 5:00 in H.S. Media Center.
Girls start track today at 2:30, boys start March 3rd at 2:30. Must have your physical turned in to participate.
Sports times
Boys Basketball v.s Ironton at Waverly at 8:30 p.m.
Sports Scores
Ethan Tackett and Nicolas Congrove both placed 5th at the wrestling sectionals and are alternates for the district meet.
Lunch
Beef Patty on Bun
Cheese available
Mashed potatoes
Green Beans
Fruit
Quote of the day
"You're going to go through tough times—that's life. But I say, 'Nothing happens to you, it happens for you.' See the positive in negative events." — Joel Osteen

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, Allison Payton competed in the Miss Chillicothe Scholarship Program, a local Miss America Preliminary. She captured the hearts of many and was crowned Miss South Central's Teen 2025.
Allison will be competing at Miss Ohio's Teen this June for a chance to go to Miss America's Teen and win thousands of dollars in scholarships.
Photo provided by Tiffany Kyees Photography
Congrats, Ali!


Zane Trace High School
Events/Activities
February 24-March 1, 2025
Monday, February 24
BPA Spirit Day Theme: Beach Day
Boys’ Basketball vs Ironton at Waverly Downtown Gym (District Semifinal) 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 25
BPA Spirit Day Theme-Crazy Hair and Sock Day
ACT Test
National Honor Society Meeting (Lunch)
Wednesday, February 26
BPA Spirit Day Theme- Twin Day
Big Brothers’/Big Sisters’ Programming 11:45 a.m.
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Thursday, February 27
BPA Spirit Day Theme- Jersey Day
FCA Meeting (Lunch)
Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00 p.m.-5:40 p.m.
College Credit Plus Night 5:00 p.m. (Media Center)
7th-12 Grade Band Large Group Concert 7 p.m.
Friday, February 28
BPA Spirit Day Theme- Hat Day
Student Council Statehouse Field Trip 8:30 a.m.- 1:45 p.m.
Science Bowl Meeting (Lunch)
Wrestling at OHSAA District Meet 4 p.m.
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 7 p.m. (Cafeteria)
Saturday, March 1

Tickets to the OHSAA Division V Boys Basketball District Semifinal between Zane Trace and Ironton can be found at the link below. Tickets can be purchased at the gate with cash only.
Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. at the Waverly Downtown Gym.
https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets

Division III OHSAA Sectional Results
Alexander High School
Zane Trace as a team finished with 35.5 points.
Individual Placers (Top 6 in their Class)
113lb class Nicolas Congrove 5th Alternate to Districts
165lb class Ethan Tackett 5th Alternate to Districts
Districts are at Coshocton High School on Friday, February 28 and Saturday, March 1.

👟 BPA Shoe Drive – Week 6 Update! 👟
We’re making amazing progress, but we still need your help! So far, we’ve collected 19 bags—that’s 475 pairs of shoes! With only 2 weeks left to reach our goal of 34 bags, let’s really show our ZT spirit and help our BPA chapter cross the finish line! 💙💪
📢 Reminder: We are collecting new and gently used shoes through March 7, 2025! All sizes and styles are welcome (NO SKATES), but please make sure they are clean and in good condition (no holes or major damage).
📍 Drop-Off Locations: Collection boxes are located near the offices of the elementary, middle, and high school.
🚗 Need help with large donations? On Friday, February 28, and Friday, March 7, students will be outside during morning drop-off (8:35–8:50 AM) and afternoon pickup (1:50–2:00 PM) to assist with collecting large donations. Just pull up, and we’ll take care of the rest!
Every pair donated gets us closer to our goal—thank you for your support! Let’s keep stepping up for a great cause! 💙💪
#ShoeDrive #StepUpForACause #BPA #CommunityImpact


Date 2/21/25
Daily Announcements
The MADE Volleyball Tournament is TODAY during 6th-8th periods. This is for MADE members ONLY.
There will be a Science Bowl meeting today during lunch in Mr. Scott’s room.
The Senior Class will host a bake sale on Feb. 24th and 25th to raise money to pay for transportation to Kings Island. Please bring donated baked goods to sell, pre-packaged for $1.00, or money to purchase baked goods.
The BPA Club is excited to announce Spirit Week next week! Also, we’re thrilled to share that a Business Professionals of America class will be offered next year. In this class, you’ll explore various aspects of business while having the chance to compete with your projects against students and schools from all over Ohio.
Here’s the schedule for Spirit Week:
Monday: Beach Day – Break out your warm-weather clothes!
Tuesday: Crazy Hair and Sock Day – How wild can you get with your hair and socks?
Wednesday: Twin Day – Team up with a friend and dress exactly alike.
Thursday: Jersey Day – Show off your favorite sports team with a jersey or team shirt.
Friday: Hat Day – Wear a fun and unique hat to school!
Let’s end February with a Big Bang—don’t miss out on the fun!
CCP Night is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 5:00 in H.S. Media Center.
Sports times
2/21/25
Varsity Boys Basketball v.s. Nelsonville-York at home at 7 p.m.
Wrestling at OHSAA Sectionals at Alexander 5:00 p.m.
2/22/25
Wrestling at OHSAA Sectionals at Alexander 10:30 a.m.
Lunch
Tony’s Cheese Filled
Bread Sticks
Marinara Sauce
Quote of the day
“It’s never too late to be what you might have been.” -George Eliott

Tickets for the boys basketball district quarterfinal game on Friday, February 21st, can be purchased online at the following link. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate.
https://ohsaa.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/32055

Tami Wiget was honored today for her years of dedication, hard work, and love for our students. Tami received the CORAS Outstanding Classified Staff Award given by the Coalition of Rural and Appalachian Schools!
Thank you, Mrs Wiget!
Well deserved!




🎉 Big News for Our BPA Chapter! 🎉
We’re excited to announce that our BPA chapter, part of the satellite programs for Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center at Zane Trace High School, has been recognized for successfully completing Level One of the 10-10-10 Membership Challenge! 🏆 By increasing student enrollment by 10 or more new members this school year, we’re growing our team of future business leaders, innovators, and professionals.
👏 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing members, advisors, and supporters for making this achievement possible.
#BPAProud #MembershipMatters #101010Challenge #FutureLeaders #PickawayRoss #ZaneTrace


Zane Trace Local Schools will be doing a remote learning day for Thursday, February 20, 2025.
Parent-Teacher Conferences and College Credit Plus Night have been rescheduled for Thursday, February 27th. Conferences will run from 3:00 p.m. - 5:40 p.m. CCP Night will be at 5:00 p.m.

Date 2/19/25
Daily Announcements
There is a BPA fundraising and community service meeting today during lunch in Ms. Black’s room
All Seniors need to complete a Google Slide for Class Night and a Senior Exit survey before April 14th. Please check the Senior class Google Drive for the information.
Any student interested in taking CCP courses must attend a mandatory meeting on Feb. 20th at 5:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria.
This is for first-time CCP students.
The Senior Class will host a bake sale on Feb. 24th and 25th to raise money to pay for transportation to Kings Island. Please bring donated baked goods to sell, pre-packaged for $1.00, or money to purchase baked goods.
There will be a Senior Class Officer Meeting today during lunch.
Lunch
Popcorn Chicken
Mashed Taters
Steamed Broccoli
Choc Chip Cookie
Fruit
Quote of the day
"You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." — A.A. Mine

Date 2/18/25
Daily Announcements
There will be a Student Council meeting today at lunch in the Media Center.
Any student interested in taking CCP courses must attend a mandatory meeting on Feb. 20th at 5:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria.
This is for first-time CCP students.
The Senior Class will host a bake sale on Feb. 24th and 25th to raise money to pay for transportation to Kings Island. Please bring donated baked goods to sell, pre-packaged for $1.00, or money to purchase baked goods.
Softball tryouts will be held tonight 6:30-8:30 in the high school gym.
Sports Scores
Boys basketball defeated Vinton County, 67-38
Lunch
Chicken and Noodles
Green Beans
Roll
Fruit
Quote of the day
“We are all different. Don’t judge, understand instead.”
― Roy T. Bennett

Zane Trace High School
Events/Activities
February 17-22, 2025
Monday, February 17
No School- Presidents Day
Tuesday, February 18
Student Council Meeting (Lunch)
FFA Officer Meeting (Lunch)
Parent Advisory Committee Meeting 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 19
Big Brothers’/Big Sisters’ Programming 11:45 a.m.
Board Meeting 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 20
FCA Meeting (Lunch)
Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00 p.m.-5:40 p.m.
Friday, February 21
Science Bowl Meeting (Lunch)
Varsity Boys’ Basketball vs Nelsonville-York (OHSAA District Quarterfinal) 7 p.m.
Saturday, February 22
Powerlifting at Coal Grove 10:00 a..m.

👟 BPA Shoe Drive Week 5 Update – Keep the Momentum Going! 👟
Thanks to your incredible support, we have now collected 18 bags—that’s 450 pairs of shoes! 🎉🙌 We are so grateful for everyone who has donated so far! 💙
We are still trying our best! Our goal is 34 bags (850 pairs) by March 7, and we need your help to get there!
📢 How You Can Help:
✅ Donate new or gently used shoes (all sizes and styles welcome—NO SKATES).
✅ Drop them off at collection boxes near the elementary, middle, and high school offices.
✅ Have a large donation? BPA students will be available during morning drop-off (8:35-8:50 AM) and afternoon pick-up (1:50-2:00 PM) on Fridays (Feb 21, 28 & March 7) to assist! For easy identification and safety in the parking lot, students collecting shoes will be wearing yellow safety vests.
🚗 Need to get their attention? Give a quick honk, flash your lights, or wave them down—they’ll be ready to grab your donation! 👋🚦
Every pair gets us closer to our goal—let’s finish strong! 💪👞 Thank you for your continued support!
#BPA #ShoeDrive #CommunitySupport #Goal34Bags #ZTStrong


Daily Announcements
There will be an FCA meeting today during lunch in the high school gym.
The Zane Trace Writer’s Club will be meeting during lunch today in room 346.
The monthly meeting of the Zane Trace FFA Chapter will take place during lunch today in the Ag Shop.
Softball tryouts will begin February 17th, from 3-5pm in the jr.high gym.
If you have signed a commitment to attend the military after graduation please let me know as soon as possible. I need to order you a graduation stole.
Yesterday’s BPA chapter meeting has been rescheduled for today during lunch in Ms. Black’s room. If you are not attending any other regularly scheduled club meeting, it is important to attend today’s meeting.
Hope squad Valentines Day bake sale, February 12th,13th, and 14th all day. Available by HS office or in room 146.
Sports times
Varsity Girls Basketball v.s. Huntington at 7:00 p.m. at Huntington Local High School
Lunch
Taco Meat w/ Cheese
On a Soft Tortilla
Salsa Available
Seasoned beans
Salad w/ Ranch
Tortilla Chips
Fruit
Quote of the day
“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.”— Vince Lombardi

Support Zane Trace BPA & Show Your School Spirit!
Our Business Professionals of America (BPA) students are selling ZT Tumblers as a fundraising project to support our chapter!
Stay hydrated in style while helping BPA grow!
High-quality, durable tumblers
Keeps drinks hot or cold for hours
Perfect for school, work, or on-the-go
How to Purchase:
Tumblers are available for $15 each, and payments can be made in cash or check (payable to Zane Trace BPA).
Where to Buy:
Find a BPA member at school or contact Advisors Ms. Black or Mrs. Thornton to grab yours before they’re gone!
Your support helps our BPA students compete, learn, and grow as future business leaders! Thank you for making a difference!

Date 2/11/25
Daily Announcements
There will be a Junior Class Officer meeting today at lunch in Mrs.Park/Mrs.Wolfe’s room.
The High School Science Fair will be tonight at 6PM in the Media Center. Everyone is welcome.
There is a BPA Officer meeting today during lunch in Ms. Black’s room.
There is a BPA chapter meeting tomorrow during lunch in Ms. Black’s room.
ZT is sponsoring the Red Cross blood drive February 12. See Coen Larson or Mrs. Lashley to schedule a time if interested.
Girls bowling sectionals tournament previously scheduled for today has been moved to Friday.
Softball tryouts will begin 2/17, from 3-5pm in the jr.high gym.
Lauren Andrews placed 2nd out of 85 art entries from 6 Ross County schools as part of the Pump House Art Gallery’s “The Best of Ross County High School Art Competition.” Congratulations, Lauren!
Lunch
Mini Corn Dogs
Mac and Cheese
Steamed Broccoli
Fruit
Quote of the day
“Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.”
― Stephen Chbosky