✨Staff Spotlight ✨
This week, we’re excited to recognize Mrs. Bollinger!
Mrs. Bollinger has worked in schools for 35 years, with 25 of those years spent at Ridgedale. She truly enjoys working with and helping students and has a special love for preschool, where she makes a lasting impact every day.
Thank you, Mrs. Bollinger, for your many years of dedication and for the care you show our students! 💙👏
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During December’s Fueled Up Friday, students had the opportunity to meet with the 4-H Educator and take part in a team-building activity. 🍀
If they would like to learn more, get involved, or just have some fun, a 4-H Open House will be held at the Fairgrounds Coliseum this Wednesday, January 7th, from 5:00–7:00 PM.
This event is open to the public and is a great opportunity for youth and families to explore what 4-H has to offer.
Check out the flyer for more details and some pictures from the 4-H Educator’s visit!
If they would like to learn more, get involved, or just have some fun, a 4-H Open House will be held at the Fairgrounds Coliseum this Wednesday, January 7th, from 5:00–7:00 PM.
This event is open to the public and is a great opportunity for youth and families to explore what 4-H has to offer.
Check out the flyer for more details and some pictures from the 4-H Educator’s visit!
Over break, Aiden and Jayden competed at Nationwide Arena during the Blue Jackets VEX Game Day Event. 🤖🏟️
They qualified 14th overall and advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament. We’re proud of their hard work, teamwork, and dedication to robotics and STEM!
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They qualified 14th overall and advanced to the quarterfinals of the tournament. We’re proud of their hard work, teamwork, and dedication to robotics and STEM!
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The Rocket JV and Varsity Boys Basketball teams both defeated Madison-Plains tonight in non-league play!!
Congratulations to the teams, coaches and cheerleaders!!
Congratulations to our Rocket Wrestlers and Coaches on a fantastic effort at Pleasant today!!
Jayse Shaffer finished 2nd
Braxton Roberts finished 2nd
Darien Lester finished 3rd
Connor Good finished 5th
Save the dates! Ridgedale's production of "High School Musical 2 The Musical" will hit the Palace stage March 6-8, 2026, with the following cast members!
Jack Scott–Evan Anderson
Troy Bolton –Vincent Shuster
Zeke - Christian Rizo
Chad - Michael Deas
Ryan-Memfis Blair
Fulton- Robert Fittro
Gabriella-Lyla Tucker
Sharpay-Juliana Williams
Kelsi-Anessa Brown
Taylor-Isabella Williams
Martha- Madison Bishop
Sharpettes
Violet- Lilliona Dugan
Peaches- Amelia Shaffer
Blossom- Kalyn Bullion
Additional Sharpettes: Harper Owen + others
Darbus- Ma’ree Waddell
Jack Scott–Evan Anderson
Troy Bolton –Vincent Shuster
Zeke - Christian Rizo
Chad - Michael Deas
Ryan-Memfis Blair
Fulton- Robert Fittro
Gabriella-Lyla Tucker
Sharpay-Juliana Williams
Kelsi-Anessa Brown
Taylor-Isabella Williams
Martha- Madison Bishop
Sharpettes
Violet- Lilliona Dugan
Peaches- Amelia Shaffer
Blossom- Kalyn Bullion
Additional Sharpettes: Harper Owen + others
Darbus- Ma’ree Waddell
Ridgedale HS Boys Basketball will be at Horizon Science tonight with a 6pm JV start!! Good Luck Rockets!!
A local home healthcare worker—and neighbor of Mr. Sieg—needed help while her kitchen was being remodeled. Mr. Sieg and Pierson stepped in and used cupboard doors from the neighbor’s mother to rebuild her kitchen cabinets, applying hands-on engineering and problem-solving skills.
Up next in the project, they’ll be creating homemade drawer slides and constructing matching upper cabinets to complete the set.
Check out the laser-engraved “Still Life of Fruit” design — a classic touch inspired by traditional Midwestern farm kitchens! 🍎🌽✨Another example of how our Engineering Pathway brings real-world learning to life!
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UPDATE-forms do not need turned in until January 6th.
Mini Cheer Camp is quickly approaching! This is always a BIG event! Please see attached information to get signed up. Practice and game performance information is also attached!! If you have questions please reach out to Head Cheer Coach, Allie Seckel.
Congratulations to the JH and HS boys and girls basketball teams on their wins over the weekend!!
Good Luck the HS Boys Basketball Team tonight as they take on Wynford, 6pm JV tip.
Best of Luck to the HS Bowlers as they compete in the 2nd round of the NWCC tournament today in Lima.
❄️🎄 Wishing the Ridgedale community a safe, happy, and restful holiday break! We look forward to welcoming students back refreshed and ready to learn.
📅 School resumes January 6th!
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🎉 Congratulations to our Door Decorating Winners! 🎉
🏆 Elementary Winner: Mrs. Tilley — Whoville
🏆 Jr./Sr. High Winner: Ms. Stiverson — Christmas Vacation
Thank you to everyone who voted and to all the teachers who participated. All of the doors looked amazing! Your creativity helped bring so much holiday cheer to our halls! 🎄✨
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🏆 Elementary Winner: Mrs. Tilley — Whoville
🏆 Jr./Sr. High Winner: Ms. Stiverson — Christmas Vacation
Thank you to everyone who voted and to all the teachers who participated. All of the doors looked amazing! Your creativity helped bring so much holiday cheer to our halls! 🎄✨
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🎄✨ Jr/Sr High Holiday Door Voting Is Now Open! ✨🎄
Our students and staff put together some amazing holiday door designs—now it’s your turn to vote!
👉 Cast your vote by liking the photo of your favorite Jr/Sr High door!
Every “like” = one vote!
Voting closes Thursday, 12/18
🏆 Winners for each building will be announced Friday, 12/19
Thanks for helping us spread holiday cheer throughout the building! 💙🎁
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Our students and staff put together some amazing holiday door designs—now it’s your turn to vote!
👉 Cast your vote by liking the photo of your favorite Jr/Sr High door!
Every “like” = one vote!
Voting closes Thursday, 12/18
🏆 Winners for each building will be announced Friday, 12/19
Thanks for helping us spread holiday cheer throughout the building! 💙🎁
#SmallSchoolBigThings
🎄✨ Elementary Holiday Door Voting — PART 2! ✨🎄
Because we had so many amazing doors, we’ve divided the entries into two parts! Don’t forget to look at Part 1 and Part 2 for the Elementary so you can vote for your favorite!
👉 Vote by liking the photo of your favorite door!
Every “like” = one vote!
🗓️ Voting closes Thursday, 12/18
🏆 Winners for each building will be announced Friday, 12/19
Thanks for helping us keep the holiday spirit bright! 💙🎁
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Because we had so many amazing doors, we’ve divided the entries into two parts! Don’t forget to look at Part 1 and Part 2 for the Elementary so you can vote for your favorite!
👉 Vote by liking the photo of your favorite door!
Every “like” = one vote!
🗓️ Voting closes Thursday, 12/18
🏆 Winners for each building will be announced Friday, 12/19
Thanks for helping us keep the holiday spirit bright! 💙🎁
#SmallSchoolBigThings
✨ Elementary Holiday Door Voting — PART 1! ✨🎄
We had so many beautifully decorated doors that the gallery is split into two parts! Make sure to check out Part 1 and Part 2 for the Elementary before voting!
👉 Vote by liking the photo of your favorite door!
Every “like” = one vote!
🗓️ Voting closes Thursday, 12/18
🏆 Winners for each building will be announced Friday, 12/19
Thank you for helping us spread holiday cheer throughout our building! 💙🎁
#SmallSchoolBigThings
We had so many beautifully decorated doors that the gallery is split into two parts! Make sure to check out Part 1 and Part 2 for the Elementary before voting!
👉 Vote by liking the photo of your favorite door!
Every “like” = one vote!
🗓️ Voting closes Thursday, 12/18
🏆 Winners for each building will be announced Friday, 12/19
Thank you for helping us spread holiday cheer throughout our building! 💙🎁
#SmallSchoolBigThings
When Mr. Chris Dingus needed a modified thermostat bezel for the elementary locker rooms, Engineering student Abi stepped up to the challenge! 🔧📐
Abi measured the original piece with incredible precision, designed a new 3D model in Autodesk Fusion, and used a 3D printer to create a perfectly fitting prototype.
This is yet another great example of real-world learning happening through our Engineering Pathway at Ridgedale.
Mr. Sieg said it’s the most complex and accurate 3D model he’s seen in his 17 years here—and Mr. Dingus couldn’t have been more impressed with Abi’s craftsmanship! 💙✨
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Abi measured the original piece with incredible precision, designed a new 3D model in Autodesk Fusion, and used a 3D printer to create a perfectly fitting prototype.
This is yet another great example of real-world learning happening through our Engineering Pathway at Ridgedale.
Mr. Sieg said it’s the most complex and accurate 3D model he’s seen in his 17 years here—and Mr. Dingus couldn’t have been more impressed with Abi’s craftsmanship! 💙✨
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Interested in Driver’s Ed? Ridgedale offers it!
Check the attached image for contact information. 🚦
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Check the attached image for contact information. 🚦
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HS Girls Basketball game at Wellington has been postponed to a later date due to the expected weather. Rescheduled date TBD.
Stay safe this weekend!
Congratulations to the Rocket Boys Basketball teams and coaches on their wins over Perry. Great games by both the JV and Varsity Teams!! Way to go Rockets!!
Sportsmanship at its best!!
One of our seniors, Annison, presented at the Ohio Prevention Conference as part of Teen Institute, sharing about the power of youth-led prevention.
We’re so proud of her leadership, dedication, and commitment to creating positive change! 💙✨
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We’re so proud of her leadership, dedication, and commitment to creating positive change! 💙✨
#SmallSchoolBigThings
