Zane Trace High School

🌟 March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! 🌟 For years, the ZT BPA chapter, along with Adena and Westfall, has proudly supported this cause by hosting the Special Olympics Bowl-a-Thon—and we’re doing it again! 🎳💙 📅 Mark your calendars: Friday, March 28, 2025 🎯 ZT Goal: Raise $1,000 for Ross County Special Olympics 💰 If each ZT BPA member raises just $40, we’ll hit this incredible milestone! Want to help? You can sponsor a BPA member! If you're interested, see any member at school or contact our co-advisors: 📧 Bridget Black – bblack@ztlsd.org 📧 Sarah Thornton – sthornton@ztlsd.org All members will be bringing home sponsorship forms, so keep an eye out! Let’s come together to make a difference for these amazing athletes. 💛 Who’s ready to bowl for a cause? 🎉 #InclusionMatters #ZTStrong #SpecialOlympics #BowlForACause #DDAM2025

Date 3/3/25 Daily Announcements All Seniors need to complete a Google Slide for Class Night and a Senior Exit survey before April 14th. Please check the Senior class Google Drive for the information. Varsity boys track practice will be 2:30-4. Meet at the field house . Bring sweats as we will be running outside. Must have a Physical. If you have signed a commitment to attend the military after graduation please let Mrs. Myers know as soon as possible. I need to order you a graduation stole. The Prom Committee is doing a First Capital Nutrition Tea fundraiser. Order forms were sent out via email to all students and staff. Orders must be in and paid for by the end of the day March 5th. Teas will be delivered at 9:30 a.m. Friday March 7th. If you did not receive the email to order, please reach out to Lauren Park and she will email it to you. Current NHS members see Mrs. Lashley prior to lunch. All members to be inducted will be called down about 12:45 Reminder- All senior picks winners will need to be here Wednesday to get your picture taken for the yearbook. If you were selected, you received an email with the needed information. Sports Scores Boys Basketball fell short to Minford 60-51 in the district final, ending in a 20-5 season for the team. Lunch Breaded Chicken on Bun Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Fruit Quote of the day “Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” George Bernard Shaw

Here is a reminder to download our Zane Trace Local School District App! Once downloaded, just follow the high school. Everything posted on our social media will show up in the Feed on the app. You can also find the event schedule, athletics scores/schedules, lunch menu, and more! Everything you need to know is at the tip of your fingertips.

Zane Trace High School Events/Activities March 3 - March 8, 2025 Monday, March 3 FFA Officer Meeting NHS Induction Ceremony 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 4 Wednesday, March 5 M.A.D.E Meeting (Lunch) Big Brothers’/Big Sisters’ Programming 11:45 a.m. . Thursday, March 6 FCA Meeting (Lunch) Friday, March 7 South Central Ohio Regional Science Bowl at Shawnee State University Prom Committee Meeting (Lunch) Saturday, March 8

🌟 Today, Mrs. Thornton's IT students took on the Binary Code Challenge, putting their skills to the test! 🖥️🎮 A few dedicated students made it all the way to Level 5—a huge accomplishment in this tough game! 💡🔥 This class, a satellite program of Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center, is full of future tech leaders. Keep up the great work! 💻🚀 #BinaryCodeMasters #LevelUp #STEMeducation

March 2025 Counselor's Corner

Date 2/28/25 Daily Announcements There will be a Science Bowl meeting today during lunch in Mr. Scott’s room. Today is the final day of Spirit Week: Today is Hat Day! On behalf of the BPA chapter we hope you enjoyed this week’s activities! All Juniors and Seniors need to complete the Google survey regarding an After Prom. Boys’ soccer open field is today from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. The Prom Committee is doing a First Capital Nutrition Tea fundraiser. Order forms were sent out via email to all students and staff. Orders must be in and paid for by the end of day March 5th. Teas will be delivered at 9:30 a.m. Friday March 7th. If you did not receive the email to order, please reach out to Lauren Park and she will email it to you. Boys’ track will start on Monday at the field house. Practice will be 2:30-4 and come dressed to be outside. Must have a physical to practice. Sports Times Boys Basketball plays Minford at the Convo at 6:15 p.m. for the district championship game. Good luck to all players! Nicolas Congrove and Ethan Tackett are alternates at the district wrestling tournament today. Lunch Breaded Cheese Sticks Marinara Sauce Salad w/ Italian Mixed Veggies Fruit Quote of the day “Today you are you, that is truer than true, There is no one alive who is Youer than You.” Dr. Seuss

👟 BPA Shoe Drive – Week 7 Update! 👟 We're making incredible progress as we end week 7 of our shoe drive! So far, we've collected 29 bags—that’s 725 pairs of shoes! With just one week left to reach our goal of 34 bags, let's rally together and show our ZT spirit to support our BPA chapter! 💙💪 📢 Reminder: We are collecting new and gently used shoes through March 7, 2025! All sizes and styles are welcome (NO SKATES), but please make sure they are clean and in good condition (no holes or major damage). 📍 Drop-Off Locations: Collection boxes are located near the offices of the elementary, middle, and high school. 🚗 Need help with large donations? On Friday, February 28, and Friday, March 7, students will be outside during morning drop-off (8:35–8:50 AM) and afternoon pickup (1:50–2:00 PM) to assist with collecting large donations. Just pull up, and we’ll take care of the rest! Every pair donated gets us closer to our goal—thank you for your support! Let’s keep stepping up for a great cause! 💙💪 #ShoeDrive #StepUpForACause #BPA #CommunityImpact

Date 2/27/25 Daily Announcements There will be an FCA meeting today during lunch in the high school gym. The Zane Trace Writer’s Club meeting is today during lunch in room 346. Spirit Week is here: Today is Jersey Day! Friday: Hat Day – Wear a fun and unique hat to school! Let’s end February with a Big Bang—don’t miss out on the fun! The Prom Committee is doing a First Capital Nutrition Tea fundraiser. Order forms were sent out via email to all students and staff. Orders must be in and paid for by the end of day March 5th. Teas will be delivered at 9:30 a.m. Friday March 7th. If you did not receive the email to order, please reach out to Lauren Park and she will email it to you. CCP Night is tonight at 5:00 in H.S. Media Center. This is a mandatory meeting for new CCP students. The Student Council Statehouse trip is tomorrow. Students will be called down when it is time to leave. ALL NHS INDUCTEES WILL MEET IN MRS. LASHLEY’S ROOM PRIOR TO GOING TO LUNCH TODAY! Judah Hanks is signing to Wilmington College in the Library at 2:05. Anyone is welcome to come and support him. The 7-12th Grade Band Large Group Preview is tonight at 7 p.m. Lunch Hot Dog on Bun Sauce & Cheese available Tater Tots Baked Beans Fruit Quote of the day “Inspiration exists, but it has to find us working.”-Pablo Picasso

Join us on Thurs., Feb. 27th at 7pm in the ZTHS Gym for the 7th-12th Grade OMEA Large Group Preview Concert! Bake sale available at 6pm. Catch a sneak peek of what the bands will perform on stage at Miami Trace HS on Sat., Mar. 15th! Performances are free and open to the public.

Date 2/26/25 Daily Announcements Spirit Week is here: Today is Twin Day! Thursday is: Jersey Day – Show off your favorite sports team with a jersey or team shirt. Friday is: Hat Day – Wear a fun and unique hat to school! Let’s end February with a Big Bang—don’t miss out on the fun! There will be a Prom Committee meeting today at lunch in Mrs.Park/Mrs.Wolfe’s room. CCP Night is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 5:00 in H.S. Media Center. Lunch Chicken tenders Mac and Cheese Steamed broccoli Choc chip cookie Fruit Quote of the day “Action is the foundational key to all success.” Pablo Picasso

Boys' Basketball District Finals Information Friday, February 28 6:15 p.m. at Ohio University Zane Trace v.s. Minford Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets FAN INFORMATION Ohio University is a CASHLESS VENUE – ALL SALES ARE CREDIT CARD, except Game Programs which are $2.00 Tickets – NO CASH SALES – ONLY ONLINE Tickets through Hometown Tickets accepted • Adults - $8.00 • Students - $5.00 Doors open 1 hour prior to the first game of the day

Date 2/25/25 Daily Announcements The Senior Class will host a bake sale today to raise money to go to Kings Island. Please bring donated baked goods to sell, pre-packaged for $1.00, or money to purchase baked goods. Spirit Week is here: Today is Crazy Hair and Sock Day! Wednesday is: Twin Day – Team up with a friend and dress exactly alike. Thursday is: Jersey Day – Show off your favorite sports team with a jersey or team shirt. Friday is: Hat Day – Wear a fun and unique hat to school! Let’s end February with a Big Bang—don’t miss out on the fun! CCP Night is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 5:00 in H.S. Media Center. Just a reminder! Mrs. Hoselton’s students will need to report to study hall today. Sports Scores Varsity Boys Basketball beat Ironton,52- 45. They are Convo-bound! Lunch Spaghetti in Meat Sauce Salad w/ Ranch Steamed Carrots Roll Fruit Quote of the day "You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough." — Mae West

Certified Job Posting 2025-2026 School Year High School Math Teacher Candidates can email cover letter, resume, and references to jjones@ztlsd.org. Materials can also be mailed to: Attention: Dr. Josh Jones Zane Trace High School 946 St. Rt. 180 Chillicothe, Ohio 45628

Date 2/24/25 Daily Announcements The Juniors who signed up to take the ACT will test tomorrow, Feb. 25th. You must have a charged Chromebook to test. No Chromebooks will be provided for testing. Members of the boys’ basketball team and cheerleaders will be excused for the first two class periods on Tuesday, February 25th. Any student attending the boys’ basketball game will need a note from a parent to be excused the first two periods. Students registered to take the ACT test will still need to arrive on time. The Senior Class will host a bake sale today and tomorrow to raise money to pay for transportation to Kings Island. Please bring donated baked goods to sell, pre-packaged for $1.00, or money to purchase baked goods. If you have signed a commitment to attend the military after graduation please let me know as soon as possible. I need to order you a graduation stole. On Saturday, Allison Payton competed in the Miss Chillicothe Scholarship Program, a local Miss America Preliminary. Allison will be competing at Miss Ohio's Teen this June for a chance to go to Miss America's Teen and win thousands of dollars in scholarships. Spirit Week is here: Today is Beach Day! Tuesday is: Crazy Hair and Sock Day – How wild can you get with your hair and socks? Wednesday is: Twin Day – Team up with a friend and dress exactly alike.Thursday is: Jersey Day – Show off your favorite sports team with a jersey or team shirt. Friday is: Hat Day – Wear a fun and unique hat to school! Let’s end February with a Big Bang—don’t miss out on the fun! CCP Night is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 5:00 in H.S. Media Center. Girls start track today at 2:30, boys start March 3rd at 2:30. Must have your physical turned in to participate. Sports times Boys Basketball v.s Ironton at Waverly at 8:30 p.m. Sports Scores Ethan Tackett and Nicolas Congrove both placed 5th at the wrestling sectionals and are alternates for the district meet. Lunch Beef Patty on Bun Cheese available Mashed potatoes Green Beans Fruit Quote of the day "You're going to go through tough times—that's life. But I say, 'Nothing happens to you, it happens for you.' See the positive in negative events." — Joel Osteen

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, Allison Payton competed in the Miss Chillicothe Scholarship Program, a local Miss America Preliminary. She captured the hearts of many and was crowned Miss South Central's Teen 2025. Allison will be competing at Miss Ohio's Teen this June for a chance to go to Miss America's Teen and win thousands of dollars in scholarships. Photo provided by Tiffany Kyees Photography Congrats, Ali!

Zane Trace High School Events/Activities February 24-March 1, 2025 Monday, February 24 BPA Spirit Day Theme: Beach Day Boys’ Basketball vs Ironton at Waverly Downtown Gym (District Semifinal) 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 25 BPA Spirit Day Theme-Crazy Hair and Sock Day ACT Test National Honor Society Meeting (Lunch) Wednesday, February 26 BPA Spirit Day Theme- Twin Day Big Brothers’/Big Sisters’ Programming 11:45 a.m. . Thursday, February 27 BPA Spirit Day Theme- Jersey Day FCA Meeting (Lunch) Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00 p.m.-5:40 p.m. College Credit Plus Night 5:00 p.m. (Media Center) 7th-12 Grade Band Large Group Concert 7 p.m. Friday, February 28 BPA Spirit Day Theme- Hat Day Student Council Statehouse Field Trip 8:30 a.m.- 1:45 p.m. Science Bowl Meeting (Lunch) Wrestling at OHSAA District Meet 4 p.m. National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 7 p.m. (Cafeteria) Saturday, March 1

Tickets to the OHSAA Division V Boys Basketball District Semifinal between Zane Trace and Ironton can be found at the link below. Tickets can be purchased at the gate with cash only. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. at the Waverly Downtown Gym. https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets

Division III OHSAA Sectional Results Alexander High School Zane Trace as a team finished with 35.5 points. Individual Placers (Top 6 in their Class) 113lb class Nicolas Congrove 5th Alternate to Districts 165lb class Ethan Tackett 5th Alternate to Districts Districts are at Coshocton High School on Friday, February 28 and Saturday, March 1.

👟 BPA Shoe Drive – Week 6 Update! 👟 We’re making amazing progress, but we still need your help! So far, we’ve collected 19 bags—that’s 475 pairs of shoes! With only 2 weeks left to reach our goal of 34 bags, let’s really show our ZT spirit and help our BPA chapter cross the finish line! 💙💪 📢 Reminder: We are collecting new and gently used shoes through March 7, 2025! All sizes and styles are welcome (NO SKATES), but please make sure they are clean and in good condition (no holes or major damage). 📍 Drop-Off Locations: Collection boxes are located near the offices of the elementary, middle, and high school. 🚗 Need help with large donations? On Friday, February 28, and Friday, March 7, students will be outside during morning drop-off (8:35–8:50 AM) and afternoon pickup (1:50–2:00 PM) to assist with collecting large donations. Just pull up, and we’ll take care of the rest! Every pair donated gets us closer to our goal—thank you for your support! Let’s keep stepping up for a great cause! 💙💪 #ShoeDrive #StepUpForACause #BPA #CommunityImpact