Popcorn Parade Fun in 1st Grade! 🎉🍿
Our first graders popped their way into the weekend with their very own Popcorn Parade — a celebration full of smiles, creativity, and of course… popcorn! 🍿✨
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Our first graders popped their way into the weekend with their very own Popcorn Parade — a celebration full of smiles, creativity, and of course… popcorn! 🍿✨
#SmallSchoolBigThings
College & Career Readiness Visits Are Underway at Ridgedale! 🎓💼
We’re excited to announce that college and career representatives are visiting Ridgedale this fall to meet with groups of interested students! These visits are a fantastic opportunity for students to explore future pathways, ask questions, and gather valuable information about postsecondary options.
We kicked things off with a successful visit from The Ohio State University - ATI on September 3rd — check out a photo from the visit below! More visits are already scheduled, and these details are listed below!
#SmallSchoolBigThings
We’re excited to announce that college and career representatives are visiting Ridgedale this fall to meet with groups of interested students! These visits are a fantastic opportunity for students to explore future pathways, ask questions, and gather valuable information about postsecondary options.
We kicked things off with a successful visit from The Ohio State University - ATI on September 3rd — check out a photo from the visit below! More visits are already scheduled, and these details are listed below!
#SmallSchoolBigThings
Take a look at Mrs. Werling’s class and their fun experience with butterflies! 🦋
From tiny caterpillars to beautiful butterflies, the students got to observe each stage up close, feed the butterflies once they emerged, and finally release them into the world! Check out the photos from their experience! #SmallSchoolBigThings
Fall 2026 Washington, D.C. Trip Parent Meeting!
For any current 8th/9th grader interested, or 10th/11th grader who missed a previous trip!
Tuesday, September 16th @ 6 p.m. in the JH/HS Cafeteria
Have you ever wondered what goes on throughout the school day?
Keep an eye out this year for some "behind-the-scenes" photos to see what takes place during the school day! Take a look at some photos from last week!
#SmallDistrictBigThings
Fairbanks XC Invite Results:
JH
Mikey Ralph: 7th place
Kinlee Weston 2nd place
HS
Brogan Weston 1st place
Elliot Weston 2nd place with a personal PR
Breyton Richmond 10th place
Great Job Rockets Runners!!
Nucor’s commitment to student success goes far beyond donations—it’s about creating
opportunity.
Through a dynamic new partnership with Ridgedale, Nucor is helping prepare students
for life after graduation with work-based learning, on-site mentorship, and hands-on
experience that connects the classroom to the real world. Nucor’s experts are working
directly with students to build practical skills, sharpen problem-solving abilities, and
open doors to high-paying careers in a rapidly changing world. A heartfelt thank you to
Nucor Steel for investing in the next generation and empowering Ridgedale students to
rise, lead, and succeed.
opportunity.
Through a dynamic new partnership with Ridgedale, Nucor is helping prepare students
for life after graduation with work-based learning, on-site mentorship, and hands-on
experience that connects the classroom to the real world. Nucor’s experts are working
directly with students to build practical skills, sharpen problem-solving abilities, and
open doors to high-paying careers in a rapidly changing world. A heartfelt thank you to
Nucor Steel for investing in the next generation and empowering Ridgedale students to
rise, lead, and succeed.
Please send an interest email and your resume to cleach@ridgedaleschools.org if you are interested in the Head Baseball coaching position for the 2025-26 season. I would like to fill this position soon. Thank you for your interest!
Rocket Volleyball teams with the wins over Perry. JV won in 2 sets and Varsity won in 3 sets. Congratulations ladies! Keep working hard! ❤️🏐🩵
Join us for a special viewing of Out of My Mind, based on the best-selling novel by Sharon Draper. 📖🎥
This event is sponsored by Bridges to Independence and supported by myVoice, Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities, and itaalk.org! This powerful and inspiring story follows Melody, a brilliant girl with cerebral palsy, as she proves that her voice is stronger than anyone ever imagined. 🌟
📅 Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
🕕 Time: 6pm
📍 Location: Pleasant High School
💲 Cost: FREE for all!
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of entertainment, inspiration, and community connection. #LoveYourCity
This event is sponsored by Bridges to Independence and supported by myVoice, Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities, and itaalk.org! This powerful and inspiring story follows Melody, a brilliant girl with cerebral palsy, as she proves that her voice is stronger than anyone ever imagined. 🌟
📅 Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
🕕 Time: 6pm
📍 Location: Pleasant High School
💲 Cost: FREE for all!
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of entertainment, inspiration, and community connection. #LoveYourCity
Ridgedale Golf is in full swing!! This season has 3 HS Boys, 3 HS Girls and 4 JH Boys which is keeping first year Rocket Coach, Andy Wheeler quite busy!!
Good Luck to our HS Boys, tomorrow in the 2nd Round of the NWCC Tournaments at Kenton Memorial Golf Club, 9am.
An exciting morning for the Rocket XC runners at the Seneca East Tiger Classic.
Podium and medalists of today's meet:
Brogan Weston 1st, breaking into the 15s for a PR of 15:58 and a new school record.
Elliot Weston, 4th
Breyton Richmond, 15th
Raj Singh & Riley Keller also had PRs, helping the Boys team earn 6th out of 15 teams
Kinlee Weston, 4th with a PR of 12:32 and a new JH school record.
Avery Thiel, 5th
Michael Ralph, 20th with a PR of 12:51
Congratulations to all! Keep running fast Rockets!! ❤️🚀🩵
What a way to start on opening night for Friday Night Football at the Dale! Rockets with the win 28-14 over Hilltop! Great job team, coaches, band, cheerleaders, and student section!! There was an amazing amount of Pride and Spirit shown for our Rockets! 🎉🚀🎉
Congratulations to the JH Football Team and coaches on their win over Perry tonight.
Great start to the season!!
Keep it up Rockets! 🚀
To celebrate our first week of school, show your Rocket pride by sharing a picture of your Rocket Country signs! #SmallDistrictBigThings
Congratulations to the HS Volleyball teams. Both JV and Varsity defeated Cardington last night. Great job ladies!!
Also, a shout out to the JH and HS XC teams on their opening night at Northmor. Brogan Weston and Elliot Weston took second and forth places respectively in the boys race and Kinlee Weston and Avery Thiel took second and third respectively in the JH girls race. Many others started their season with PRs.
Way to run Rockets!!
JH and HS Football both open their seasons this week at home so come out and support them as well!!
Welcome back, Rockets! We missed you! Don't forget to share your first day of school photos, and tag us! #SmallDistrictBigThings #RocketCountry
If you haven't registered your parent square account yet, please remember to check your email and get registered so you don't miss out. We wanted to provide you with a training video that will help you understand how to use the program more effectively. You can access the training video here: https://player.vimeo.com/video/678443118?h=eef27f8b26
Join our team!
Ridgedale Local Schools 21st CCLC Power Hours Program Coordinator
Position Summary:
Ridgedale Local Schools Power Hours is seeking a dynamic, organized, and passionate individual to serve as the Program Coordinator for our 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC). This individual will oversee daily operations of the afterschool and/or summer learning program, ensuring alignment with grant goals, state compliance requirements, and student success outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, implement, and supervise all components of the 21st CCLC program, including academic enrichment, youth development, college/career readiness, and family engagement.
Collaborate with school-day staff, community partners, and service providers to deliver a comprehensive and engaging program.
Recruit, supervise, and support program staff, tutors, volunteers, and external instructors.
Monitor student attendance, behavior, and progress to ensure positive outcomes.
Coordinate family and community engagement activities in alignment with grant expectations.
Maintain accurate records of program activities, student data, and staff documentation.
Complete and submit all required local, state, and federal reports on time, including data entry into the state’s compliance system
Ensure that all program operations comply with grant requirements, school policies, and health/safety standards.
Attend mandatory state trainings, site monitoring visits, and district meetings as required.
Communicate regularly with the building principal, district leaders, and grant evaluator.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in education
Proven ability to lead a team and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and data entry platforms.
Must pass a BCI/FBI background check.
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings for family events and trainings.
Apply on our website: www.ridgedale.k12.oh.us
Questions: Contact Dr. Erika Bower at 740-382-6065 or ebower@ridgedaleschools.org
Ridgedale Local Schools 21st CCLC Power Hours Program Coordinator
Position Summary:
Ridgedale Local Schools Power Hours is seeking a dynamic, organized, and passionate individual to serve as the Program Coordinator for our 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC). This individual will oversee daily operations of the afterschool and/or summer learning program, ensuring alignment with grant goals, state compliance requirements, and student success outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, implement, and supervise all components of the 21st CCLC program, including academic enrichment, youth development, college/career readiness, and family engagement.
Collaborate with school-day staff, community partners, and service providers to deliver a comprehensive and engaging program.
Recruit, supervise, and support program staff, tutors, volunteers, and external instructors.
Monitor student attendance, behavior, and progress to ensure positive outcomes.
Coordinate family and community engagement activities in alignment with grant expectations.
Maintain accurate records of program activities, student data, and staff documentation.
Complete and submit all required local, state, and federal reports on time, including data entry into the state’s compliance system
Ensure that all program operations comply with grant requirements, school policies, and health/safety standards.
Attend mandatory state trainings, site monitoring visits, and district meetings as required.
Communicate regularly with the building principal, district leaders, and grant evaluator.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in education
Proven ability to lead a team and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and data entry platforms.
Must pass a BCI/FBI background check.
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings for family events and trainings.
Apply on our website: www.ridgedale.k12.oh.us
Questions: Contact Dr. Erika Bower at 740-382-6065 or ebower@ridgedaleschools.org
📧 Parents – Check Your Email!
Our school just sent out an email inviting you to register your ParentSquare account. 📱
This is the main way we’ll share important updates, announcements, and reminders all year long—so don’t miss out!
✅ Open your email
✅ Follow the link to set up your account
✅ Stay connected all year!
