Back by popular demand, a fun picture for your enjoyment! #RepthatA
about 6 hours ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Funny picture of the principals and Mr. Gress playing in the snow.
📢 Calamity Day - Thursday, Jan. 29 📢

Please see the following message from Mr. Gress.

Stay safe, Aviators! #RepthatA
about 7 hours ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Hello again Aviators, With weather and overall conditions continuing to pose safety concerns, Alliance City Schools will be closed again tomorrow, Jan. 29. The cold temperatures, along with sidewalks and bus stops that remain buried under snow, are the main factors in our decision to close for one more day. We are hopeful to return to school on Friday, but forecasts seem to be changing by the minute now, so it’s hard to predict at the moment.  If we are able to return on Friday, we know that some conditions will still be challenging. If you are able, we encourage families to begin planning and preparing by ensuring your child has a safe path to bus stops and is dressed in weather-appropriate clothing to stay warm during their morning commute. We will let you know by tomorrow at 3 pm whether or not we will be in school on Friday. As always, if you have weather-related concerns about your child attending school, you may call them off by calling the main office of their school. Athletic updates Tonight’s (Jan. 28)  middle school boys and girls basketball games have been cancelled Tonight's (Jan. 28) varsity girls basketball game at Marlington has been cancelled, the game will be made up on Monday, Feb. 9 Tomorrow's (Jan. 29) middle school and Varsity girls and boys wrestling dual with Minerva has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 12 Tomorrow's (Jan. 29) swim meet at Massillon is canceled with rescheduled date TBD Practices are only permitted for winter varsity sports and various pre-arranged music/arts/drama programs. Coaches/advisors will communicate with students and families. Again, thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these decisions. We have a lot of winter left, so keep your hats and gloves nearby!  Rob Gress Superintendent of Schools
Student's in Casey Cross' Kindergarten class celebrated an outstanding behavior improvement with a parfait incentive. 🍨 They chose their favorite fresh fruits to pair with yogurt and top with whipped cream! Sounds delicious! 😋 #RepthatA
about 10 hours ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Two students eating their parfaits
Three students eating their parfaits
Two students smiling while eating parfaits
Group photo of the students holding their parfaits
💃🕺 The first-ever Dancing with the Jetsetters was amazing! 🕺💃

Two teams, The Underdogs and The Queens, made up of Jetsetters and AHS staff members, took the stage at last week’s send-off concert to show off their moves! Each team was randomly assigned a song and worked together to choreograph a routine to perform for the crowd. 🎶

🏆 The Queens took home the very first Mirror Ball trophy! The winning team included Jetsetter seniors Makenna Root, Gabby Heslop and Elle Nussbaum, underclassmen Grace McGeehen and Kara Eversdyke along with AHS teachers Liz Davis, Bri Boehlke, and Kaylen McFarland. What a performance! 👏🎉

We’re already looking forward to next year’s Dancing with the Jetsetters! 🩵 #RepthatA
about 10 hours ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
The Queens dancing
Teacher Kaylen McFarland dancing on stage
The underdogs dancing
the underdogs dancing on stage
The Aviators are hosting the EBC Cheer Comp on Saturday! Stop out to support our Alliance Cheerleaders!

AHS Trad - 11:30 am
AMS Game Day - 12:50 pm
AHS Game Day - 1:40 pm

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about 12 hours ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Aviator Cheer – Pep Cheer Competition  📍 Location: Alliance High School 📅 Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026  Pep Rally Schedule:  AHS Traditional Pep Rally: 11:20 AM  AMS Game Day Pep Rally: 12:50 PM  AHS Game Day Pep Rally: 1:40 PM  🎉 Theme:  Go Red! Go Blue!  Aim High!  This event features Alliance cheerleaders showcasing pep cheer routines in preparation for competition and celebrating school spirit across Alliance Middle School and Alliance High School.
📢 Calamity Day - Wednesday, Jan. 28 📢

Aviators, Please see the following message from Mr. Gress.

Stay safe! #RepthatA
1 day ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
On official school letterhead: Hello Aviators, What crazy weather we have been experiencing. Here in Alliance, it’s estimated that we received more than 14 inches of snow. Our city crews have done a great job working through everything for our city. However, sidewalks and bus stops are a major concern - many sidewalks and bus stops remain buried under a foot or more of snow. Almost every one of our bus stops have no place for our students to stand and only some residents have been able to get their sidewalks cleared. Additionally, with all the cars snowed in and the large piles of snow on the corners, it will be difficult, if not impossible, for our buses to make the tight turns they have to make to get to our students. The forecasted temperatures also present a concern to us. Generally, we close school when the wind chill reaches -15 degrees or lower in the morning.  With these factors in mind, we will close again tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 27. We will make decisions for Thursday and Friday on a day-by-day basis. I can assure you that we do not make these decisions lightly and we always have what’s best for our Aviators in mind. We will do our best to make decisions in a timely manner to allow families adequate time to prepare if additional cancellations are necessary. Decisions regarding athletics and extracurricular activities will also be made and communicated on a day-by-day basis. Thanks for your patience and understanding and as always, stay safe, Aviators! Rob Gress Superintendent of Schools
📢 All athletic events have been canceled for today, Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Stay safe, Aviators! #RepthatA
1 day ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Athletic Events  Canceled - Tuesday, Jan. 27
Billie Muller's 2nd grade class had a visit from Chad Morris, the Director of Technology for Alliance City Schools. His daughter, Finley Morris was selected as the Star 🌟 of the Week, and she invited her dad in to talk about his career.

Mr. Morris taught the students about his many responsibilities around the district and showed them some of the parts inside a laptop. He reminded them how to take care of their school chromebooks and then passed out some cool ACS swag! #RepthatA
1 day ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Chad Morris talking to the students while his daughter, Finley, sits beside him
Mr. Morris shows the students what the inside of a computer looks like
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
2 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Mr. Gress dressed as an aviator holding a sign that says "School cancelled... It's way too cold"
✈ 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
2 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Portia Johnson
💞 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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3 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Are you still with your Alliance High School Sweetheart? If so, we want to hear your story!
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
3 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
A funny picture of Mr. Gress that makes him look like he is trying to control the snow
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
6 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Copy of the school calendar with important dates marked in red and blue
✈ 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
7 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Carley Yost
Join us tomorrow night at 7 pm for the Jetsetter and Aviatrix send-off concert! 💃🕺 #RepthatA
7 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Event: Alliance High School Show Choirs – Send Off Concert  Date: Thursday, January 22  Time: 7:00 PM  Location: Alliance High School Auditorium  What’s Included:  Full competition show performance by AHS Jetsetters  Full competition show performance by AHS Aviatrix  Special exhibition performance: “Dancing with the Jetsetters”  This concert serves as the official send-off before show choir competition season.
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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8 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Student smiling with her chromebook in the background
student using a yellow marker to color in his worksheet
students showing their worksheets
students working on their chromebooks
Alliance City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20 due to the expected cold temperatures.

Stay safe, Aviators.
9 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Calamity Day - Tuesday, Jan. 20
✈ 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
9 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Abby Aljancic
✈ 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
12 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Amy Flynn
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
12 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Students playing a board game
students playing card games
students playing mario kart
Student filling out forms for a game