
Attention Seniors and Senior Parents:
We want to showcase our Class of 2024 as we head into the final months of the school year! Members of our senior class are gearing up to either join the military, a technical school, college, or already have future employment. We are proud of all you and excited to know your future plans.
Each senior or senior parent can type up a brief description of the senior's future plans to Dr. Jones. They can also send up to four pictures for the senior showcase. Email Dr. Jones at jjones@ztlsd.org.
Beginning on March 11th, we will highlight each senior on the Zane Trace High School Facebook and Instagram pages. Two to three seniors will be showcased each school day up until graduation.

February 26- March 2, 2024
Events/Activities
Monday, February 26, 2024
Esports 4 p.m.
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
FCA Meeting
ACT Test (Juniors)
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Esports 4 p.m.
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Big Brothers/Big Sisters Programming 11:45 a.m.
Friday, March 1, 2024
Prom Committee Meeting
South Central Ohio Regional Science Bowl (Shawnee State University) 9 a.m.
Wrestling at OHSAA Division III Districts (Heath) 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Wrestling at OHSAA Division III Districts (Heath) 9:00 a.m.

Kendra Detillion has committed to continue her track and field career and further her education at Otterbein University!
Congratulations, Kendra!


2/23/24 Announcements
There are Prom Committee and Science Bowl meetings today.
Kendra Detillion is signing a letter of intent to continue her track and field career at Otterbein today at 2:15 p.m. in the media center.
The ACT test for all juniors is Tuesday, February 27th. Please make sure your Chromebooks are fully charged before arriving to take the test.
Extracurricular Activities
2/23/2024
Zane Trace H.S. is hosting two OHSAA Boys Basketball Tournament Games.
6:15 p.m. (13) Adena vs (4) McDermott Northwest (Div.III Sectional Championship)
8:00 p.m. (5) Miami Trace vs (4) New Lexington (Div.II Sectional Championship)
2/24/2024
Wrestling at Div.III Sectionals (Amanda C.C. High School) 10 a.m.
Boys basketball vs North Adams at Piketon H.S. 6:15 p.m. (Div. III Sectional Championship)
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ~Maya Angelou

2/22/24 Announcements
There are Prom Committee and Science Bowl meetings on Friday.
The ACT test for all juniors is Tuesday, February 27th. Please make sure your Chromebooks are fully charged before arriving to take the test.
Extracurricular Activities
2/23/2024
Zane Trace H.S. is hosting two OHSAA Boys Basketball Tournament Games.
The gym will be cleared between games.
6:15 p.m. (13) Adena vs (4) McDermott Northwest (Div.III Sectional Championship)
8:00 p.m. (5) Miami Trace vs (4) New Lexington (Div.II Sectional Championship)
2/24/2024
Wrestling at Div.III Sectionals (Amanda C.C. High School) 10 a.m.
Boys basketball vs North Adams at Piketon H.S. 6:15 p.m. (Div. III Sectional Championship)
“We may live in an age of instant messaging, instant gratification and Instagram, but there is no way to short circuit the path to success.”-Tory Burch

2/21/24 Announcements
There are Prom Committee and Science Bowl meetings on Friday.
A reminder that FFA officer applications are due Friday.
The ZT FFA Biotechnology team of Wyatt Vick, Charley Clyne, Camron Naumovski, and Kailee Adkins brought home the chapter’s first banner in the Biotechnology CDE. They found out last week after they competed at the Ohio Department of Agriculture in Reynoldsburg on February 2nd.
Extracurricular Highlights
All-SVC Boys Basketball
Landen Jarrell (1st Team), Landon Robinson (Second Team), Gunnar McCullough (Hon. Mention), Brock Jarrell (Hon. Mention)
District 14 All-District Boys Basketball
Landen Jarrell (Second Team), Landon Robinson (Hon. Mention)
District 14 All-District Girls Basketball
Carlie Clark (Hon. Mention)
"Your life is your adventure. And the adventure ahead of you is a journey to fulfill your own purpose and potential." —Kerry Washington

2/20/24 Announcements
Welcome back!
PBIS Awards- Gabbi Tisi, Charles Johnson, Kasey Hanes, Kyle Zheng, Shawn McCumber
Staff 10000 Step Conquerors-Mrs. Wiget, Mr. O’Dell, Mr. Clark, Mrs. Myers
There are FFA Officer and FCA meetings today during lunch.
The final ACT workshop is tonight at 6 p.m. in Mrs. Lashley’s room.
The ACT test for all juniors is next Tuesday, February 27th.
School Calendar Changes
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, April 8th due to the expected total solar eclipse.
There is NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, March 19th for students due to the primary election. ZT is a polling location. Staff will report for professional development.
Extracurricular Highlights
Boys basketball
Boys Basketball defeated Huntington 54-36 to finish the regular season 11-3 in the SVC.
Swimming
Wyatt Vick finished 7th at districts in the 100 Breaststroke.
Powerlifting
Eight individuals placed at the Bradford powerlifting meet. Marie Souther won her weight division with a 695 pound total!
Bowling
“You must have some vision for your life. Even if you don’t know the plan, you have to have a direction in which you choose to go.”-Oprah Winfrey

Our boys' bowling team earned OHSAA Division II District Runner-Up!
Rece Allen finished as individual district runner-up!


February 19- February 24, 2024
Events/Activities
Monday, February 19, 2024
President’s Day- NO SCHOOL
Boys Bowling at OHSAA Division II District Tournament (Shawnee Lanes) 11 a.m.
Boys Basketball vs Lynchburg Clay (OHSAA Div. III Sectional) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
FFA Officer Meeting
FCA Meeting
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Board Meeting 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Parent Advisory Committee Meeting 4:30 p.m.
Friday, February 23, 2024
Prom Committee Meeting
Science Bowl Meeting
FFA Officer Apps Due
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Wrestling at OHSAA Division III Sectionals (Amanda C.C. High School) 10:00 a.m.

2/16/24 Announcements
Prom Committee meeting today in Mrs. Wolfe’s room.
Science Bowl meeting at lunch.
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 19th, in observance of Presidents Day.
School Calendar Changes
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, April 8th due to the expected total solar eclipse.
There is NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, March 19th for students due to the primary election. ZT is a polling location. Staff will report for professional development.
Athletics
All-SVC Wrestling
Zane Pickerrell, Storm Davis, J.T. Jenkins
2/16/2024
Swimming at OHSAA Division II District Meet (Ohio University) 10 a.m.
Varsity Boys basketball at Huntington 7 p.m.
2/17/2024
Powerlifting at Bradford 9 a.m.
ZT Band
Sam Goodman has been accepted into the Wright State University Honor Band. He will perform with the Symphonic Band at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 17th. The performance can be viewed on the Wright State University School of Fine and Performing Arts Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/WrightStateMusic
“The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.”- Tony Robbins

Boys Basketball Sectional Tournament Information
Date: Monday, February 19
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Opponent: Lynchburg Clay
Location: Zane Trace High School
Tickets can be purchased both online and at the gate.
Ticket Price
Students $5.00
Adults $8.00
https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets
For ease of entry we will be using the West entrance( District Office Doors) for teams, officials, and those fans with Pre-sale tickets only. Fans wishing to purchase a ticket at the gate will use the main high school entrance located on the North side of the building beside the flagpole. Doors will open at 5:30 PM.

2/15/24 Announcements
Boys’ track practice begins Tuesday, February 20th from 2:30-4:00 p.m. at the field house. Dress appropriately for the weather.
Student Council Meeting today in Mrs. Morton’s room.
There is no school on Monday, February 19th, in observance of Presidents Day.
Athletics
All-SVC Girls Basketball
Aubree Thomas and Emma Houston received honorable mention
OHSAA Tournament
Zane Trace is hosting OHSAA Division II Girls Basketball Sectional Tournament games tonight.
Marietta vs Logan Elm 6:15 p.m.
McClain vs Unioto 8 p.m.
Tickets are online at:
https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets
“I’d rather regret the things I’ve done than the things I haven’t done.”-Lucille Ball

Our varsity boys' basketball team defeated Westfall, 52-40, to improve to 10-3 in the league!
Before the varsity game, a tribute was given to Coach Gary Kellough for his 52 years of coaching. Coach Kellough has lead his teams to over 550 wins, 16 league championships, 17 sectional titles, 7 district titles, 1 regional title, and 1 state championship.



2/14/24 Announcements
A representative from Shawnee State University will be here today during lunch. Any 11th or 12th grader interested in attending will need to preregister in the Guidance Office. Students who are attending Shawnee State next year will need to also attend for assistance on Fall planning.
Hope Squad Valentine Bake Sale is going on again today.
NHS Blood Drive is today in the high school gym.
Boys’ track practice begins Tuesday, February 20th from 2:30-4:00 p.m. at the field house. Dress appropriately for the weather.
The Matilda practice scheduled for tonight has been canceled.
Athletics
2/13/2024
Boys Basketball
Zane Trace 52 Westfall 40
“Many times we are our worst enemy. If we could learn to conquer ourselves, then we will have a much easier time overcoming the obstacles that are in front of us.” – Stephan Labossiere

2/13/24 Announcements
A representative from Shawnee State University will be here on Wednesday, Feb. 14th during lunch. Any 11th or 12th grader interested in attending will need to preregister in the Guidance Office. Students who are attending Shawnee State next year will need to also attend for assistance on Fall planning.
See Katie Henning during lunch or register online with the Red Cross if you are interested in donating blood on Wednesday, February 14th here at ZTHS.
A representative from Ohio University (main campus and branches) will be here on Tuesday, February 13th during lunch. Students who are attending OU next year will need to attend for assistance on Fall planning.
Hope Squad Valentine Bake Sale will be all day Tuesday and Wednesday, February 13th and 14th.
The next ACT workshop is tonight at 6:00 p.m. in Mrs. Lashley’s room.
Extracurriculars
2/12/2024
Boys Bowling
Our boys finished 4th out of 21 teams and have advanced to the OHSAA Division II District Tournament next Monday, February 19th at 11:00 a.m.
Girls Basketball
Division III Sectional Semifinal
Coal Grove 55 Zane Trace 45
2/13/2024
Girls Bowling at OHSAA Division II Sectional 11:00 a.m.
Boys Basketball vs Westfall 4:45 p.m.
“Remind yourself of what you have been able to overcome. All the times you felt like you weren’t going to make it through, you proved yourself wrong. You are more powerful than you think.” ~ Ash Alves

2/12/24 Announcements
PBIS Award Winners
Gift Cards-Logan Lyle, Robert Whittington, Mackenna Morrison
Treasure Chest-Owen Massie, Hannah Roark
10000 Step Conquerors- Mrs. Wiget, Mr. Clark, Mrs. Congrove
See Katie Henning during lunch or register online with the Red Cross if you are interested in donating blood on Wednesday, February 14th here at ZTHS.
A representative from Ohio University (main campus and branches) will be here on Tuesday, February 13th during lunch. Students who are attending OU next year will need to attend for assistance on Fall planning.
Hope Squad Valentine Bake Sale will be all day Tuesday and Wednesday, February 13th and 14th.
Weekend Athletic Highlights
Varsity boys’ basketball defeated McClain in overtime, 35-33, on Friday night!
We have three SVC wrestling champs! Zane Pickerrell, Storm Davis, and J.T. Jenkins all won their weight classes at the SVC Wrestling Championships on Saturday!
10 swimmers qualified for the OHSAA Division II Districts on Friday!
Wyatt Vick won the 100 Breaststroke at sectionals! Gabbi Tisi finished third in the 100 backstroke!
Our ZT band performed well at the OMEA Solo and Ensemble! Our clarinet quartet (Sarah McGraw, Maddie Lombardo, Andrea Carroll, Lillian Weisenberger) received a Superior rating. The percussion ensemble (Lillian Weisenberger, Sam Goodman, Chloe Johnson, and Addi Gawelek) earned an Excellent rating. Maddie Lombardo received an excellent rating on her clarinet solo.
Extracurriculars
2/12/2024
Boys Bowling at OHSAA Division II Sectionals 11:00 a.m
Esports 4 p.m.
Girls Basketball at Coal Grove (OHSAA Division III Sectional) 7 p.m.
“As I look back on my life, I realize that every time I thought I was being rejected from something good, I was actually being redirected to something better.”-Dr. Steve Maraboli

OHSAA Division II District Swimming Qualifiers were announced today!
Zane Trace will be well represented at the district meet that will be held on Friday, February 16th at Ohio University.
Boys District Qualifiers
Josh Young- 50 Freestyle (Alternate)
Wyatt Vick-100 Freestyle
Wyatt Vick- 100 Breaststroke
200 Freestyle Relay- Josh Young, Charley Clyne, Dawson Skinner, Isaac Detty
400 Freestyle Relay- Josh Young, Isaac Detty, Dawson Skinner, Wyatt Vick
200 Medley Relay-Wyatt Vick, Dawson Skinner, Isaac Detty, Josh Young
Girls District Qualifiers
Gabbi Tisi- 100 Backstroke
Malia Vick- 100 Butterfly
400 Freestyle Relay-Gabbi Tisi, Ciera DiBenedetto, Hannah Karwatske, Malia Vick
200 Medley Relay-Gabbi Tisi, Ciera DiBenedetto, Mariska Wax, Malia Vick

February 12- February 17, 2024
Events/Activities
Monday, February 12, 2024
Boys Bowling at OHSAA Division II Sectional 11:00 a.m.
Esports 4 p.m.
Girls Basketball at Coal Grove (OHSAA Div.III Sectional) 7 p.m.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
FCA Bowling
Girls Bowling at OHSAA Division II Sectional 11:00 a.m.
Boys Basketball vs Westfall 6:00 p.m.
ACT Workshop (Media Center) 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
NHS Blood Drive
BPA Meeting
Esports 4 p.m.
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Student Council Meeting
Big Brothers/Big Sisters Programming 11:45 a.m.
Friday, February 16, 2024
Prom Committee Meeting
Science Bowl Meeting
Swimming at OHSAA Division II Districts (Ohio U.)
Boys Basketball at Huntington 6 p.m.
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Powerlifting at Bradford H.S. 10 a.m.

OHSAA Division II Sectional Swimming Results -2/10/24
Highlights:
Wyatt Vick won the 100 breaststroke with a time of 1:02.95 and finished third in the 100 freestyle!!
Gabbi Tisi finished third in the 100 backstroke with a time of 1:12.43!
Overall Results
Boys
50 Freestyle- 25.16 Josh Young (10th)
28.36 Charley Clyne
31.91 Cameron Shewalter
100 Freestyle- 53.05 Wyatt Vick (3rd),
1:01.41 Isaac Detty
1:08.87 Charley Clyne
1:15.79 Cameron Shewalter
100 Backstroke 1:14.00 Dawson Skinner (8th)
100 Breaststroke 1:02.95 Wyatt Vick (1st)!!
200 Freestyle Relay 1:47.95 (7th)
400 Freestyle Relay 3:59.40 (4th)
200 Medley Relay 1:57.39 (6th)
Girls
50 Freestyle 34.33 Hannah Karwatske
36.12 Cate McCoy
36.95 Kiera Dibenedetto
38.18 Olivia Harris
100 Freestyle 1:17.38 Hannah Karwatske
1:26.99 Kiera Dibenedetto
1:35.07 Olivia Harris
200 Freestyle 2:54.77 Kylie Arthur
500 Freestyle 8:07.67 Kylie Arthur
8:31.23 Summer Cacciatore
100 Backstroke 1:12.43 Gabbi Tisi (3rd)
1:19.11 Caitlin Dibenedetto (8th)
1:31.78 Cate McCoy
100 Breaststroke 1:42.97 Summer Cacciatore
1:43.04 Mariska Wax
100 Butterfly 1:17.10 Malia Vick (4th)
1:34.19 Mariska Wax
200 Individual Medley 3:00.80 Malia Vick (10th)
200 Freestyle Relay 2:06.75 (8th)
400 Freestyle Relay 4:50.04 (6th)
200 Medley Relay 2:22.38 (5th)

SVC Wrestling Championship Results -2/10/24
Team Scores:
1. Westfall 273.0
2. Huntington 192.0
3. Adena 129.0
4. Zane Trace 126.0
5. Paint Valley 88.0
6. Unioto 84.0
7. Piketon 19.0
8. Southeastern 0.0
Zane Trace several SVC champions their weight class!
132 lb champ: Zane Pickerrell
144 lb champ: Storm Davis
285 lb champ: J. T. Jenkins
Overall Results Are Below

