✈ 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
about 4 hours ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Carley Yost
Join us tomorrow night at 7 pm for the Jetsetter and Aviatrix send-off concert! 💃🕺 #RepthatA
about 7 hours 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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1 day 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.
2 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
2 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
5 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
5 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Students playing a board game
students playing card games
students playing mario kart
Student filling out forms for a game
Alliance Preschool is having a fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse on Wednesday, Jan. 21 from 3–10 pm! 🍽️ Come support our littlest Aviators! ✈️ #RepthatA
7 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Texas Roadhouse fundraising flyer promoting a 10% donation night to support Alliance Preschool on Wednesday, January 21 from 3–10 p.m. Guests are asked to present the flyer at the Alliance location so 10% of total food purchases are donated. Flyer includes a cartoon cowboy armadillo and the restaurant’s phone number and address: 2033 West State Street NW, Alliance, OH, 330-821-1755.
📢 No School for our Aviators 📢

Friday, Jan. 16 - Teacher Day
Monday, Jan. 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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8 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Alliance City Schools graphic on a red background with school supply icons. A hanging sign reads: “No School Friday, Jan. 16 & Monday, Jan. 19.”
✈ 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
12 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Kelly Keener
👗 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
12 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Flyer for project prom donations.
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

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13 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Group picture of the winning team - Lennon Davis, Elisa Kern, Dallas Hollis, Reese Sedei
group picture of the class holding their certificates for participating in the compeition
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
13 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Students eating a snack
Lesli Waller dressed as an elf on the shelf reading
Vicki McGeehen reading
Taylor Logothetides reading
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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13 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
We're hiring - join the aviator team

✈ 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

14 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Charay Johnson
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
14 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Student smiling with his tree
student smiling with his completed tree
student smiling with her tree
Student decorating his tree

We would like to congratulate Mrs. Teresa Caserta for officially joining the Alliance Board of Education at last night’s meeting! She will remain on the board for the next four years, serving the community, students, and staff of Alliance City Schools.

We look forward to working with Mrs. Caserta throughout her term! ✈ #RepthatA

14 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Treasurer Kirk Heath reading the Oath of Office to Teresa Caserta who is raising her right hand with her left hand on the bible while her father holds the bible
Congratulations to Mr. Bill Koch, who was elected president of the Alliance Board of Education, and Ms. Elayne Dunlap, who was elected vice president at last night’s organizational meeting. We look forward to a great year under their leadership and continued support of our Aviators! ✈ #RepthatA
14 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Picture of Mr. Bill Koch
picture of Ms. Elayne Dunlap
Winter words are in the air! ❄️ The students in Chelsea Young’s 3rd grade class created acrostic poems inspired by the sights, sounds, and feelings of winter. This project encouraged creativity, careful word choice, and a love of language. It’s such a joy to see their ideas come to life! #RepthatA
15 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Student holding their poem and smiling
Student holding their poem and smiling
Student holding their poem and smiling
Student holding their poem and smiling
The Aviator Sports Boosters are in need of concession stand volunteers for the Top Gun Wrestling Tournament on Friday, Jan. 16, and Saturday, Jan. 17. If you’re interested in volunteering, please fill out the form below. ⬇

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/yf2fs68n

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15 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Picture of wrestlers at a past Top Gun Wrestling Tournament