You heard it from Mr. Gress... It's going to be cold! 🥶
Due to the forecasted cold temperatures for tomorrow, along with snow and icy conditions still present on sidewalks and around bus stops, Alliance City Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 27.
Decisions regarding athletics and extracurricular activities will be made by 10 am tomorrow.
Please stay safe and warm, Aviators. #RepthatA
Due to the forecasted cold temperatures for tomorrow, along with snow and icy conditions still present on sidewalks and around bus stops, Alliance City Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 27.
Decisions regarding athletics and extracurricular activities will be made by 10 am tomorrow.
Please stay safe and warm, Aviators. #RepthatA
✈ Portia (Hairston) Johnson ✈
Position: Teacher
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 1997
Years at ACS: 11
Favorite Memory:
"My lasting memories include making new friends after moving here from NY, dissecting animals in Science class, volunteering for Key Club/National Honor Society, founding Cultural Mystiques club, Track & Field meets, screaming, "Ninety-ninety, Ninety-ninety, Ninety-SEVEN!" at pep rallies, prom, & graduation."
Influential Staff Member:
"There are so many to name. Coach King for his all-around leadership, Joe Zelasko for his engaging storytelling of history, Mrs. Wuske for 'A-space-S-space-ASD-space,' Libby Patterson for teaching me to critically think, Mr. Morris for teaching me resiliency, Anne Rackley for everything about her, Cynthia Kriener for her onboarding and allowing me to be her aide, Sally Ailes for extending her curriculum to Spanish 5 & 6 and fueling my teaching dream. And of course, James Ballor, for a highly engaging Humanities class every day and our DC trip."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I developed my teaching interest in the classrooms at Alliance High School and the sanctuary of Noble Street COGIC. This community alone financed my first education degree. I want to always honor the people and organizations that gave me a belief in continuous learning and growth."
Importance of giving back:
"Although I was not raised here, my time here showed me the intricate connections between family, church, school, work, and social life. Serving Alliance proves to my own children and students that they can play an important role in developing a stronger community in the future."
From student to educator, Mrs. Johnson's embodies the belief that strong communities are built when people invest in one another. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Teacher
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 1997
Years at ACS: 11
Favorite Memory:
"My lasting memories include making new friends after moving here from NY, dissecting animals in Science class, volunteering for Key Club/National Honor Society, founding Cultural Mystiques club, Track & Field meets, screaming, "Ninety-ninety, Ninety-ninety, Ninety-SEVEN!" at pep rallies, prom, & graduation."
Influential Staff Member:
"There are so many to name. Coach King for his all-around leadership, Joe Zelasko for his engaging storytelling of history, Mrs. Wuske for 'A-space-S-space-ASD-space,' Libby Patterson for teaching me to critically think, Mr. Morris for teaching me resiliency, Anne Rackley for everything about her, Cynthia Kriener for her onboarding and allowing me to be her aide, Sally Ailes for extending her curriculum to Spanish 5 & 6 and fueling my teaching dream. And of course, James Ballor, for a highly engaging Humanities class every day and our DC trip."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I developed my teaching interest in the classrooms at Alliance High School and the sanctuary of Noble Street COGIC. This community alone financed my first education degree. I want to always honor the people and organizations that gave me a belief in continuous learning and growth."
Importance of giving back:
"Although I was not raised here, my time here showed me the intricate connections between family, church, school, work, and social life. Serving Alliance proves to my own children and students that they can play an important role in developing a stronger community in the future."
From student to educator, Mrs. Johnson's embodies the belief that strong communities are built when people invest in one another. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
💞 Aviator Sweethearts are back! 💞
After the huge popularity of this feature last year, we’re excited to bring back Aviator Sweethearts! Are you still with your Alliance High School sweetheart? We want to hear your story. Take a couple minutes to fill out the form for a chance to be featured on the Alliance City Schools social media accounts leading up to Valentine’s Day. 💌
🔗 https://forms.gle/2Cf2LzuLHnmAgn1NA
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After the huge popularity of this feature last year, we’re excited to bring back Aviator Sweethearts! Are you still with your Alliance High School sweetheart? We want to hear your story. Take a couple minutes to fill out the form for a chance to be featured on the Alliance City Schools social media accounts leading up to Valentine’s Day. 💌
🔗 https://forms.gle/2Cf2LzuLHnmAgn1NA
#RepthatA
As much as Mr. Gress tried to control the weather, he couldn't stop the snow from coming down! ❄
Alliance City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26 due to the inclement weather.
All athletics and extracurricular actives have been cancelled for Monday, and all campuses will be closed.
Stay safe and warm, Aviators! ☕ #RepthatA
Alliance City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26 due to the inclement weather.
All athletics and extracurricular actives have been cancelled for Monday, and all campuses will be closed.
Stay safe and warm, Aviators! ☕ #RepthatA
It's hard to believe, but it's time to start planning for the 2026-2027 School Year, Aviators! Check out the calendar for next school year below! 📆 #RepthatA
✈ Carley (Meiring) Yost ✈
Position: Secretary
School: Alliance Preschool
Graduation Year: 2003
Years at ACS: 13
Favorite Memory:
"I loved my time in broadcast arts my junior and senior year. Also meeting my high school sweetheart, TJ Yost, who I am now married to."
Influential Staff Member:
"So many teachers positively impacted my time at Alliance City Schools. A couple that stick out were Richard Claflin, my broadcast arts teacher, for always believing in me even when I lacked confidence. DeAnn Zavarelli for having such a kind, loving spirit."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"When my son was going into preschool a job opening for the school nurse became available and I immediately knew it's where I was supposed to be. It has been very rewarding working where my children go to school. Coworkers have become like family and the strong bonds I have made are countless."
Importance of giving back:
"Being born and raised in Alliance and now having our children at Alliance City Schools, we realize how important it is to positively represent and improve our community. The schools have so much to offer and I feel thankful that by working here that I can make a positive impact on the youth."
Mrs. Yost's journey from student to staff member is a wonderful example of giving back to the community she’s proud to call home. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Secretary
School: Alliance Preschool
Graduation Year: 2003
Years at ACS: 13
Favorite Memory:
"I loved my time in broadcast arts my junior and senior year. Also meeting my high school sweetheart, TJ Yost, who I am now married to."
Influential Staff Member:
"So many teachers positively impacted my time at Alliance City Schools. A couple that stick out were Richard Claflin, my broadcast arts teacher, for always believing in me even when I lacked confidence. DeAnn Zavarelli for having such a kind, loving spirit."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"When my son was going into preschool a job opening for the school nurse became available and I immediately knew it's where I was supposed to be. It has been very rewarding working where my children go to school. Coworkers have become like family and the strong bonds I have made are countless."
Importance of giving back:
"Being born and raised in Alliance and now having our children at Alliance City Schools, we realize how important it is to positively represent and improve our community. The schools have so much to offer and I feel thankful that by working here that I can make a positive impact on the youth."
Mrs. Yost's journey from student to staff member is a wonderful example of giving back to the community she’s proud to call home. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Join us tomorrow night at 7 pm for the Jetsetter and Aviatrix send-off concert! 💃🕺 #RepthatA
Students in Caitlin Driscoll’s technology class have been working hard using Teach Your Monster to Read to practice letter sounds, tricky words, and Chromebook skills! 💻📚 We love celebrating their progress and growth. Check out the gallery of students who have completed milestones in the game here ⬇
🔗 https://sites.google.com/alliancecityschools.org/aelsmonsterspublic?usp=sharing
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🔗 https://sites.google.com/alliancecityschools.org/aelsmonsterspublic?usp=sharing
#RepthatA
Alliance City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20 due to the expected cold temperatures.
Stay safe, Aviators.
Stay safe, Aviators.
✈ Abby (Moore) Aljancic ✈
Position: Intervention Specialist
School: Alliance Elementary School
Graduation Year: 2018
Years at ACS: 4
Favorite Memory:
"My favorite memory from attending ACS was participating in high school girls bowling and band!"
Influential Staff Member:
"A teacher who positively influenced me was Mrs. Oesch. She was one of the most caring and loving teachers I had. Not only did she influence me in school but I was also given the opportunity to complete my student teaching with her, where she continued to help me grow and become a teacher that can make a difference in ACS."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I chose to come back to ACS because it felt like home. Teaching comes with challenges but knowing that I have my community there supporting me makes each day better."
Importance of giving back:
"It is important to serve the school and community I was raised in because, without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Alliance provided me with many resources and opportunities. I want to make a difference in these students’ lives at a young age, just as my elementary teachers did for me."
Mrs. Aljancic’s journey comes full circle as she now helps create the same positive experiences for students that once inspired her. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Intervention Specialist
School: Alliance Elementary School
Graduation Year: 2018
Years at ACS: 4
Favorite Memory:
"My favorite memory from attending ACS was participating in high school girls bowling and band!"
Influential Staff Member:
"A teacher who positively influenced me was Mrs. Oesch. She was one of the most caring and loving teachers I had. Not only did she influence me in school but I was also given the opportunity to complete my student teaching with her, where she continued to help me grow and become a teacher that can make a difference in ACS."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I chose to come back to ACS because it felt like home. Teaching comes with challenges but knowing that I have my community there supporting me makes each day better."
Importance of giving back:
"It is important to serve the school and community I was raised in because, without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Alliance provided me with many resources and opportunities. I want to make a difference in these students’ lives at a young age, just as my elementary teachers did for me."
Mrs. Aljancic’s journey comes full circle as she now helps create the same positive experiences for students that once inspired her. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
✈ Amy (Hill) Flynn ✈
Position: Secretary
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 1986
Years at ACS: 25
Favorite Memory:
"Attending the homecoming and proms!!"
Influential Staff Member:
"I enjoyed my 4 years of french class with Miss Spagnuolo (Mrs. Barnes). It was a fun atmosphere with lots of learning and laughter."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I wanted to make a positive impact with kids in our community."
Importance of giving back:
"I want everyone to recognize, embrace and appreciate the diversity that Alliance is made up of."
Mrs. Flynn’s story is a great reminder that every role in our schools plays a part in creating a welcoming, supportive environment for all students. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Secretary
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 1986
Years at ACS: 25
Favorite Memory:
"Attending the homecoming and proms!!"
Influential Staff Member:
"I enjoyed my 4 years of french class with Miss Spagnuolo (Mrs. Barnes). It was a fun atmosphere with lots of learning and laughter."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I wanted to make a positive impact with kids in our community."
Importance of giving back:
"I want everyone to recognize, embrace and appreciate the diversity that Alliance is made up of."
Mrs. Flynn’s story is a great reminder that every role in our schools plays a part in creating a welcoming, supportive environment for all students. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
The students at Alliance Middle School had a great time at the 2nd quarter activity day! They chose two activities they were interested in and spent some time playing games, participating in tournaments, and enjoying time with friends. 😊 #RepthatA
📢 No School for our Aviators 📢
Friday, Jan. 16 - Teacher Day
Monday, Jan. 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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Friday, Jan. 16 - Teacher Day
Monday, Jan. 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
#RepthatA
✈ Kelly (Robb) Keener ✈
Position: Teacher Aide
School: Alliance Intermediate School
Graduation Year: 1995
Years at ACS: 19
Favorite Memory:
"I absolutely loved choir!! I really loved when we went over to the castle and sang a cappella Christmas songs in the rotunda."
Influential Staff Member:
"An influential staff member was Mr. Fisher. He was an awesome choir teacher."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"There are so many opportunities for students here and I have always wanted to work with kiddos... what better place than here."
Importance of giving back:
"I loved going to Alliance City Schools... The staff was awesome, so when I had a chance to come work here, I was so excited!! My daughter transferred here from Marlington because of all the programs that Alliance offers to students."
From student to staff member, Mrs. Keener continues to celebrate the opportunities ACS provides while helping young Aviators thrive. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Teacher Aide
School: Alliance Intermediate School
Graduation Year: 1995
Years at ACS: 19
Favorite Memory:
"I absolutely loved choir!! I really loved when we went over to the castle and sang a cappella Christmas songs in the rotunda."
Influential Staff Member:
"An influential staff member was Mr. Fisher. He was an awesome choir teacher."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"There are so many opportunities for students here and I have always wanted to work with kiddos... what better place than here."
Importance of giving back:
"I loved going to Alliance City Schools... The staff was awesome, so when I had a chance to come work here, I was so excited!! My daughter transferred here from Marlington because of all the programs that Alliance offers to students."
From student to staff member, Mrs. Keener continues to celebrate the opportunities ACS provides while helping young Aviators thrive. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
👗 Project Prom Donations Needed! 👗
Help make prom special for every Aviator by donating new or gently used prom dresses, shoes, or accessories for our Project Prom collection! Donations can be dropped off at the AHS Security Office during school hours. #RepthatA
Help make prom special for every Aviator by donating new or gently used prom dresses, shoes, or accessories for our Project Prom collection! Donations can be dropped off at the AHS Security Office during school hours. #RepthatA
The students in Jaime Brown’s class at Alliance Intermediate School took part in a Storymaker video contest before Thanksgiving! Students from across the country created 30–60 second videos using Storymaker, a software program that encourages creativity through storytelling. Students chose from a variety of Thanksgiving-related prompts and worked in small groups to create their videos.
The group consisting of Elisa Kern, Dallas Hollis, Lennon Davis, and Reese Sedei won the award for “Most Heartfelt Video” with their submission about Thanksgiving at Grandma’s house. We are so proud of these awesome Aviators! ✈
🎥 Watch their winning video here: https://youtu.be/pg-0ARBnCis?si=iCyT_qtKVjQw668s
You can also watch a couple other videos by clicking the links below:
Brady Smith, David Aldea, Jonny Ferrall, DJ Hill: https://youtu.be/z19JDlx_29Q?si=fsConw5u2v2Ifz-9
Emma Krug, Eve Gleason, Harper Bartchy, Addie Staggers: https://youtu.be/yWLTWQ6ZpIQ?si=7eegJxqLGFdSFzVO
#RepthatA
The group consisting of Elisa Kern, Dallas Hollis, Lennon Davis, and Reese Sedei won the award for “Most Heartfelt Video” with their submission about Thanksgiving at Grandma’s house. We are so proud of these awesome Aviators! ✈
🎥 Watch their winning video here: https://youtu.be/pg-0ARBnCis?si=iCyT_qtKVjQw668s
You can also watch a couple other videos by clicking the links below:
Brady Smith, David Aldea, Jonny Ferrall, DJ Hill: https://youtu.be/z19JDlx_29Q?si=fsConw5u2v2Ifz-9
Emma Krug, Eve Gleason, Harper Bartchy, Addie Staggers: https://youtu.be/yWLTWQ6ZpIQ?si=7eegJxqLGFdSFzVO
#RepthatA
Janet Dawson's 2nd grade class had an Elf day and enjoyed several guest readers all reading elf-themed books. Students rated the books and even had an elf-themed snack! 📚 #RepthatA
We’re hiring for a General Maintenance position! Click the link below for more information and to apply.
🔗 https://alliancecityschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5490347
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🔗 https://alliancecityschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5490347
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✈ Charay (Yoho) Johnson ✈
Position: Jobs for Ohio's Graduates Career Specialist
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 2011
Years at ACS: 2
Favorite Memory:
"My favorite memories from attending ACS as a student are playing softball and cheering in the student section, known as the "Cockpit Crazies" at all of the football games."
Influential Staff Member:
"A teacher that positively influenced me while attending ACS was Mr. James Ballor. Mr. Ballor had a keen sense of humor, impeccable wit and a mean swagger when he walked. He embodied the true definition of an educator, and I wanted to learn as much as I could from him during my time at AHS."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I chose to come back to work for ACS because I wanted to help the next generation of students achieve their goals and help prepare them for life, college and careers."
Importance of giving back:
"I believe it is important to serve the school and community that raised me, as the teachers and community leaders invested greatly in my education and personal growth. Giving back to the community that shaped who I am today holds deep meaning for me. I am committed to sharing the knowledge and experiences I have gained to help inspire and guide the next generation of emerging leaders in Alliance."
Mrs. Johnson is bringing her passion and experience back to ACS to help students reach their goals and step confidently into their future. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Students in Casey Cross' kindergarten class concluded learning about 3-D shapes by decorating gingerbread trees using ice cream cones, m&m spheres and licorice cylinders. What a fun snack the students had! #RepthatA
