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Finland Middle School Students Build Teamwork and Confidence at Grit ‘n Wit Event
Finland Middle School students recently participated in their biennial ‘Grit ‘n Wit’ event, a hands-on program designed to challenge students both physically and mentally while fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and perseverance. The event gives students opportunities to collaborate, develop soft skills, and experience school in a fun and engaging environment. “We want to make sure that…
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South Western Student Earns Top Honors in Statewide TECH CORPS Hackathon
Congratulations to Central Crossing High School sophomore Viktoriia Kolodiy, who earned top recognition in the 2025 TECH CORPS Hackathon, a statewide mobile app development challenge engaging nearly 300 high school students across Ohio. The Hackathons took place in Cleveland and Elyria on November 8, and in Columbus on November 15. The challenge asked students to…
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SWCA Students Win Statewide ProStart Burger Battle for the Second Year in a Row
South Western Career Academy (SWCA) Culinary and Hospitality Arts students Mareli Cruz and Ashley Gonzalez took home top honors at the ProStart Burger Battle, hosted by the Hospitality Institute of Ohio on October 28, 2025, at the Delaware County Fairgrounds. Their innovative burger creation impressed more than 40 industry judges from across the state, all…
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CCHS Cadets Honor Veterans Through Flag Retirement Program
At Central Crossing High School, the Navy Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (NJROTC) is helping the community honor veterans while upholding one of the nation’s most respected traditions — the dignified retirement of the American flag. The program, led by CCHS NJROTC instructor Benjamin A. Woods, USMC Master Sergeant, retired, was inspired by a similar…
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13 SWCS Students named to OMEA’s All-State Choir, Band and Orchestra ensembles
Across multiple South Western City Schools high schools, 13 vocalists and instrumentalists have been named to the All-State Choir, Band, or Orchestra ensembles by the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA). Annually, OMEA solicits applications in the form of a recorded solos from approved Class “A” or Class “B” lists for evaluation from a committee of…
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Prairie Norton Elementary School Student Named ‘2025 National Math Star’
South Western City Schools is proud to recognize Jonah Whigham, a second grader at Prairie Norton Elementary School, who has recently been selected as a 2025 National Math Star. The National Math Stars program, a nonprofit focused on identifying and supporting mathematically exceptional young learners identifies and supports exceptional young mathematicians across the country. For…
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From Greyhound Grad to School Resource Officer: Officer Joseph Hughes joins the Grove City High School Family this Fall
As Grove City High School (GCHS) begins the 2025-2026 school year this August, our Greyhounds welcome a new face to the hallways of campus in the form of new School Resource Officer (SRO) Joseph Hughes. Hughes replaces longtime SRO Marcus Petty who transitioned into a new role with the department at the conclusion of the…
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2025-2026 Back-to-School FAQ
As the calendar flips over to July, we know many families begin to look ahead to August for important back-to-school information. From frequently asked questions such as ‘When are the Open House dates?’ and ‘When will I be informed of my bus route?’, to numerous annual reminders, we have you covered here in our 2025-2026…
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Grove City High School’s Eamon Castaldi named OHSAA Courageous Student Award Winner
Grove City High School senior, Eamon Castaldi has been named the 2025 Courageous Student Award winner from the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA). Annually, the OHSAA awards a Courageous Student recognition to a student who has overcome a serious illness, injury, or disability. When asked how he tries to demonstrate courage and resiliency at…
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Dialing up Courage: How East Franklin Elementary School is Using a Hotline to Encourage Others this Spring
Students at East Franklin Elementary School are using their voices to make a difference this spring with the launch of the EFES Courage Hotline, a heartwarming new initiative for students, staff, and community members alike to be uplifted with a motivational pep talk. Recognizing the need for encouragement in today’s world, teachers Mrs. Kylee Snoke…
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