Zane Trace High School

Date 2/21/25 Daily Announcements The MADE Volleyball Tournament is TODAY during 6th-8th periods. This is for MADE members ONLY. There will be a Science Bowl meeting today during lunch in Mr. Scott’s room. The Senior Class will host a bake sale on Feb. 24th and 25th 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. The BPA Club is excited to announce Spirit Week next week! Also, we’re thrilled to share that a Business Professionals of America class will be offered next year. In this class, you’ll explore various aspects of business while having the chance to compete with your projects against students and schools from all over Ohio. Here’s the schedule for Spirit Week: Monday: Beach Day – Break out your warm-weather clothes! Tuesday: Crazy Hair and Sock Day – How wild can you get with your hair and socks? Wednesday: Twin Day – Team up with a friend and dress exactly alike. Thursday: Jersey Day – Show off your favorite sports team with a jersey or team shirt. 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! CCP Night is rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 5:00 in H.S. Media Center. Sports times 2/21/25 Varsity Boys Basketball v.s. Nelsonville-York at home at 7 p.m. Wrestling at OHSAA Sectionals at Alexander 5:00 p.m. 2/22/25 Wrestling at OHSAA Sectionals at Alexander 10:30 a.m. Lunch Tony’s Cheese Filled Bread Sticks Marinara Sauce Quote of the day “It’s never too late to be what you might have been.” -George Eliott

Tickets for the boys basketball district quarterfinal game on Friday, February 21st, can be purchased online at the following link. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate. https://ohsaa.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/32055

Tami Wiget was honored today for her years of dedication, hard work, and love for our students. Tami received the CORAS Outstanding Classified Staff Award given by the Coalition of Rural and Appalachian Schools! Thank you, Mrs Wiget! Well deserved!

🎉 Big News for Our BPA Chapter! 🎉 We’re excited to announce that our BPA chapter, part of the satellite programs for Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center at Zane Trace High School, has been recognized for successfully completing Level One of the 10-10-10 Membership Challenge! 🏆 By increasing student enrollment by 10 or more new members this school year, we’re growing our team of future business leaders, innovators, and professionals. 👏 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing members, advisors, and supporters for making this achievement possible. #BPAProud #MembershipMatters #101010Challenge #FutureLeaders #PickawayRoss #ZaneTrace

Zane Trace Local Schools will be doing a remote learning day for Thursday, February 20, 2025. Parent-Teacher Conferences and College Credit Plus Night have been rescheduled for Thursday, February 27th. Conferences will run from 3:00 p.m. - 5:40 p.m. CCP Night will be at 5:00 p.m.

Date 2/19/25 Daily Announcements There is a BPA fundraising and community service meeting today during lunch in Ms. Black’s room 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. Any student interested in taking CCP courses must attend a mandatory meeting on Feb. 20th at 5:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria. This is for first-time CCP students. The Senior Class will host a bake sale on Feb. 24th and 25th 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. There will be a Senior Class Officer Meeting today during lunch. Lunch Popcorn Chicken Mashed Taters Steamed Broccoli Choc Chip Cookie Fruit Quote of the day "You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." — A.A. Mine

Date 2/18/25 Daily Announcements There will be a Student Council meeting today at lunch in the Media Center. Any student interested in taking CCP courses must attend a mandatory meeting on Feb. 20th at 5:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria. This is for first-time CCP students. The Senior Class will host a bake sale on Feb. 24th and 25th 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. Softball tryouts will be held tonight 6:30-8:30 in the high school gym. Sports Scores Boys basketball defeated Vinton County, 67-38 Lunch Chicken and Noodles Green Beans Roll Fruit Quote of the day “We are all different. Don’t judge, understand instead.” ― Roy T. Bennett

Zane Trace High School Events/Activities February 17-22, 2025 Monday, February 17 No School- Presidents Day Tuesday, February 18 Student Council Meeting (Lunch) FFA Officer Meeting (Lunch) Parent Advisory Committee Meeting 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 19 Big Brothers’/Big Sisters’ Programming 11:45 a.m. Board Meeting 5:00 p.m. Thursday, February 20 FCA Meeting (Lunch) Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:00 p.m.-5:40 p.m. Friday, February 21 Science Bowl Meeting (Lunch) Varsity Boys’ Basketball vs Nelsonville-York (OHSAA District Quarterfinal) 7 p.m. Saturday, February 22 Powerlifting at Coal Grove 10:00 a..m.

👟 BPA Shoe Drive Week 5 Update – Keep the Momentum Going! 👟 Thanks to your incredible support, we have now collected 18 bags—that’s 450 pairs of shoes! 🎉🙌 We are so grateful for everyone who has donated so far! 💙 We are still trying our best! Our goal is 34 bags (850 pairs) by March 7, and we need your help to get there! 📢 How You Can Help: ✅ Donate new or gently used shoes (all sizes and styles welcome—NO SKATES). ✅ Drop them off at collection boxes near the elementary, middle, and high school offices. ✅ Have a large donation? BPA students will be available during morning drop-off (8:35-8:50 AM) and afternoon pick-up (1:50-2:00 PM) on Fridays (Feb 21, 28 & March 7) to assist! For easy identification and safety in the parking lot, students collecting shoes will be wearing yellow safety vests. 🚗 Need to get their attention? Give a quick honk, flash your lights, or wave them down—they’ll be ready to grab your donation! 👋🚦 Every pair gets us closer to our goal—let’s finish strong! 💪👞 Thank you for your continued support! #BPA #ShoeDrive #CommunitySupport #Goal34Bags #ZTStrong

Daily Announcements There will be an FCA meeting today during lunch in the high school gym. The Zane Trace Writer’s Club will be meeting during lunch today in room 346. The monthly meeting of the Zane Trace FFA Chapter will take place during lunch today in the Ag Shop. Softball tryouts will begin February 17th, from 3-5pm in the jr.high gym. 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. Yesterday’s BPA chapter meeting has been rescheduled for today during lunch in Ms. Black’s room. If you are not attending any other regularly scheduled club meeting, it is important to attend today’s meeting. Hope squad Valentines Day bake sale, February 12th,13th, and 14th all day. Available by HS office or in room 146. Sports times Varsity Girls Basketball v.s. Huntington at 7:00 p.m. at Huntington Local High School Lunch Taco Meat w/ Cheese On a Soft Tortilla Salsa Available Seasoned beans Salad w/ Ranch Tortilla Chips Fruit Quote of the day “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.”— Vince Lombardi

Support Zane Trace BPA & Show Your School Spirit! Our Business Professionals of America (BPA) students are selling ZT Tumblers as a fundraising project to support our chapter! Stay hydrated in style while helping BPA grow! High-quality, durable tumblers Keeps drinks hot or cold for hours Perfect for school, work, or on-the-go How to Purchase: Tumblers are available for $15 each, and payments can be made in cash or check (payable to Zane Trace BPA). Where to Buy: Find a BPA member at school or contact Advisors Ms. Black or Mrs. Thornton to grab yours before they’re gone! Your support helps our BPA students compete, learn, and grow as future business leaders! Thank you for making a difference!

Date 2/11/25 Daily Announcements There will be a Junior Class Officer meeting today at lunch in Mrs.Park/Mrs.Wolfe’s room. The High School Science Fair will be tonight at 6PM in the Media Center. Everyone is welcome. There is a BPA Officer meeting today during lunch in Ms. Black’s room. There is a BPA chapter meeting tomorrow during lunch in Ms. Black’s room. ZT is sponsoring the Red Cross blood drive February 12. See Coen Larson or Mrs. Lashley to schedule a time if interested. Girls bowling sectionals tournament previously scheduled for today has been moved to Friday. Softball tryouts will begin 2/17, from 3-5pm in the jr.high gym. Lauren Andrews placed 2nd out of 85 art entries from 6 Ross County schools as part of the Pump House Art Gallery’s “The Best of Ross County High School Art Competition.” Congratulations, Lauren! Lunch Mini Corn Dogs Mac and Cheese Steamed Broccoli Fruit Quote of the day “Things change. And friends leave. Life doesn't stop for anybody.” ― Stephen Chbosky

Lauren Andrews won SECOND PLACE at "The Best of Ross County 2025" held by the Pump House Center for the Arts. Stop out and see all the amazing art!

Division II Boys Bowling Sectional Results Our boys' team has advanced to the district round! The districts will be held next Monday, February 17, at 11:00 a.m. at Shawnee Lanes.

Daily Announcements There is a BPA Officer meeting tomorrow during lunch in Ms. Black’s room There will be a Senior Officer meeting today at lunch in the High School Office. ZT is sponsoring the Red Cross blood drive February 12. See Coen Larson or Mrs. Lashley to schedule a time if interested. Softball tryouts will begin 2/17, from 3-5pm in the jr.high gym. Josh Young (50 Free, 100 Free) and Malia Vick (200 IM, 100 Fly) Malia placed 2nd in the 200 IM and earned All - Southeast District honors. Sports Scores Boys Basketball defeated Huntington, 61-48 Lunch Breaded chicken on bun Mashed potatoes Green beans Fruit Quote of the day “The only way to have a friend is to be one.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson

Thursday, February 6, 2025, marked an incredible day for our Business Professionals of America chapter at Leadership Day with the Columbus Blue Jackets! Our students had a blast starting with an exclusive arena tour and ice skating session. They gained invaluable insights from a stellar leadership speaker panel featuring the Senior VP and Chief Marketing Officer, Marketing Project Coordinator, and Grassroots Hockey Manager from the Blue Jackets, who shared their expertise on community relations, development, and marketing strategies from a leadership perspective. The highlight? Our students engaged in OASL leadership activities, breaking the ice by meeting peers from other schools and diving into group challenges that honed critical thinking, team dynamics, and leadership skills. To top it off, three lucky students received pucks from Utah HC team members, capping a day filled with excitement and learning. Thank you, Columbus Blue Jackets, for an unforgettable experience culminating in an exciting game!

Zane Trace High School Events/Activities February 10-15, 2025 Monday, February 10 Boys’ Bowling at Division II Sectionals (Shawnee Lanes) 11:00 a.m. Girls’ Basketball at Whiteoak 6 p.m. Tuesday, February 11 Jr. Class Officer Meeting Girls’ Bowling at Division II Sectionals (Shawnee Lanes) 11:00 a.m. Science Fair/Symposium (Media Center/Home Ec. Room) 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 12 NHS Blood Drive 8:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. BPA Meeting (Lunch) Big Brothers/Big Sisters Programming 11:45 a.m. Thursday, February 13 FCA Meeting (Lunch) FFA Meeting (Lunch) Varsity Girls’ Basketball at Huntington (OHSAA Div. 5 Tournament) 7 p.m. Friday, February 14 Science Bowl Meeting (Lunch) Prom Committee Meeting (Lunch) Boys’ Basketball vs Logan Elm 6 p.m. Saturday, February 15 Boys’ Basketball vs Vinton County 6 p.m.

Congratulations to Our High School Advanced Programming Students! For the past month, our Advanced Programming students have been hard at work preparing for the W3Schools C++ Developer Certification—and their dedication has paid off! 100% of students successfully passed! Many of these students are 3rd and 4th-year computer science students who have demonstrated incredible commitment to mastering programming concepts. Throughout their high school careers, they have earned multiple professional certifications in every computer science class they’ve taken. Their achievements showcase their determination, technical expertise, and readiness for future success in the industry! Mrs. Thornton is so proud of each and every one of them! Keep pushing the limits and coding your way to greatness! Did you know? Mrs. Thornton’s Computer Science course is part of the satellite programs for Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center, providing students with hands-on, industry-relevant skills to prepare them for college and careers in technology!

BPA Shoe Drive – Week 4 Update! We’re making great progress, but we still need your help! So far, we’ve collected 12 bags (300 pairs) of shoes, with 4 more weeks to reach our goal of 34 bags (850 pairs). Let’s keep this momentum going! 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 inside near the offices of the elementary, middle, and high school. Have a large shoe donation? Our BPA students will be available during morning drop-off (8:35-8:50 AM) and afternoon pick-up (1:50-2:15 PM) to assist with collections on Fridays—February 14, 21, 28, and March 7! Anyone in the ZT or surrounding communities is welcome to donate! Donations can be dropped off during school hours or on Fridays during the scheduled drop-off and pick-up times listed above. Every pair donated gets us closer to our goal—let’s do this together!

Date 2/7/25 Daily Announcements Great job to all those students that helped put together our ZT FFA Sausage Breakfast! Thank you, Mrs. Johnston! The ZT FFA team and ZT cafe staff knocked it out of the park this morning. There will be a Prom Committee meeting today at lunch in Mrs.Park/Mrs.Wolfe’s room. There will be a Science Bowl meeting today during lunch in Mr. Scott’s room. ZT is sponsoring the Red Cross blood drive February 12. See Coen Larson or Mrs. Lashley to schedule a time if interested. Softball tryouts will begin 2/17, from 3-5pm in the jr.high gym. Mrs. Myers will meet with the Juniors registered to take the ACT on Monday, Feb. 10th as soon as attendance is taken. The meeting will not last long. Mrs. Myers will pass out the ACT paperwork they will need to test. Sports times 2/7/25 Varsity Boys Basketball v.s Huntington 6 p.m. 2/8/25 Wrestling at SVC Championships (Huntington) 10:00 a.m. Swimming at OHSAA Sectionals (Ohio U.) 12:15 p.m. Lunch Bosco Sticks Marinara Sauce Salad W/Ranch Steamed Carrots Fruit Quote of the day “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.”- Steve Jobs