Chelsea Young's class has been busy reflecting on what truly matters this season 🤍 Students brainstormed Christmas wishes that don’t cost a thing, sparking thoughtful conversations about gratitude, kindness, and the value of spending time with the people we love. A beautiful reminder that the best gifts are often the simplest ones. 🎄 #RepthatA
✈ Cheyanne Gonzales ✈
Position: Communications Coordinator
School: Central Office
Graduation Year: 2014
Years at ACS: 7
Favorite Memory:
"One of my favorite memories is being a student board rep for the Board of Education, and specifically the meeting where the Investment Alliance Scholarship was officially announced. Finding out I was part of the first class of Investment Alliance Scholars and I was able to go to college with a full-tuition scholarship was such a life-changing moment. I will forever be grateful for the partnership between ACS & UMU that allowed this program to be created and continue to thrive."
Influential Staff Member:
"I had several teachers and staff who positively impacted me from kindergarten to graduation. A few of them that come to mind are Mr. Morris, Mrs. Krichbaum, Ms. Gasparik and Ms. Knowles. Each of them showed kindness, patience and understanding at various times in my life, and I appreciate them for that."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"As an Investment Alliance Scholar, I knew I wanted to find some way to give back to the Alliance Community. This position allows me to do just that. I love being able to support the students, staff and families through communication efforts. Showcasing all the initiatives, activities and events of the district and showing what makes ACS great feels like such a small way to give back to the community, but one that's worthwhile and so much fun!"
Importance of giving back:
"The schools do more for families and community members than people realized. I had no idea the impact the district has until I started working here and saw how much dedication, compassion and time the staff members give to each student and family. Being able to help showcase all the amazing work they do is rewarding and I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the district in this way."
Miss Gonzales is thankful for the experiences ACS gave her and is honored to now support the district by sharing its story with the community. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Communications Coordinator
School: Central Office
Graduation Year: 2014
Years at ACS: 7
Favorite Memory:
"One of my favorite memories is being a student board rep for the Board of Education, and specifically the meeting where the Investment Alliance Scholarship was officially announced. Finding out I was part of the first class of Investment Alliance Scholars and I was able to go to college with a full-tuition scholarship was such a life-changing moment. I will forever be grateful for the partnership between ACS & UMU that allowed this program to be created and continue to thrive."
Influential Staff Member:
"I had several teachers and staff who positively impacted me from kindergarten to graduation. A few of them that come to mind are Mr. Morris, Mrs. Krichbaum, Ms. Gasparik and Ms. Knowles. Each of them showed kindness, patience and understanding at various times in my life, and I appreciate them for that."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"As an Investment Alliance Scholar, I knew I wanted to find some way to give back to the Alliance Community. This position allows me to do just that. I love being able to support the students, staff and families through communication efforts. Showcasing all the initiatives, activities and events of the district and showing what makes ACS great feels like such a small way to give back to the community, but one that's worthwhile and so much fun!"
Importance of giving back:
"The schools do more for families and community members than people realized. I had no idea the impact the district has until I started working here and saw how much dedication, compassion and time the staff members give to each student and family. Being able to help showcase all the amazing work they do is rewarding and I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the district in this way."
Miss Gonzales is thankful for the experiences ACS gave her and is honored to now support the district by sharing its story with the community. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Sugarplum’s shenanigans have come to an end for the year! She sent students off on winter break with a reminder to always be kind to others and strive to be their best.
We hope Sugarplum McJingles returns to AES next year! ✨ #RepthatA
We hope Sugarplum McJingles returns to AES next year! ✨ #RepthatA
Ensley McDaniel had a great time at Beech Creek’s Nature-A-Glow event, where she even got to see Santa Claus! Have a wonderful Christmas, Ensley! ⭐✨
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📸 Submit your winter break photos here: https://forms.gle/SXmzYi9QkN5qSojC6
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Juniors from the Culinary Arts CTE program and two students from the Intro to Culinary Arts class helped prepare heavy hors d'oeuvres and a beautiful grazing table for the Alliance Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas party! 🍽️ The students prepared food for more than 50 guests and set everything up before the event.
They did a fantastic job, and we couldn’t be prouder of these talented young chefs! 👏 #RepthatA
They did a fantastic job, and we couldn’t be prouder of these talented young chefs! 👏 #RepthatA
There are a number of mental health resources available to individuals who may need assistance over winter break.
If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please see the resources listed below or visit www.starkhelpcentral.com. #RepthatA
If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please see the resources listed below or visit www.starkhelpcentral.com. #RepthatA
Students in Gabriela Botzman’s reading classes at Alliance Elementary School participated in a candy cane taste-testing activity 🎄🍬 where they sampled multiple flavors and chose their favorites! With 14 different candy canes to try, students also learned about the history of candy canes and explored winter holiday traditions from a variety of cultures and countries. How fun! ❄️ #RepthatA
We hope our Aviators have a wonderful winter break! ❄
While on break, we want to see what our Aviators are up to! Fill out form below to let us know the fun activities our staff and students are taking part in over Winter Break! Are you going on vacation, baking Christmas cookies, making gingerbread houses, reading a good book or spending the holidays somewhere fun? We want pictures so we can feature our Aviators on social media throughout the break! 📸
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While on break, we want to see what our Aviators are up to! Fill out form below to let us know the fun activities our staff and students are taking part in over Winter Break! Are you going on vacation, baking Christmas cookies, making gingerbread houses, reading a good book or spending the holidays somewhere fun? We want pictures so we can feature our Aviators on social media throughout the break! 📸
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✈ Shelli (Popa) Grove ✈
Position: 1st Grade Teacher
School: Alliance Early Learning School
Graduation Year: 1989
Years at ACS: 30+
Favorite Memory:
"I loved going to North Lincoln Elementary. The teachers there influenced me to want to be an educator, and their fall fun fair was legendary! I also enjoyed my time at AHS. Those years were full of friends, fun, and learning."
Influential Staff Member:
"An influential staff member for me was Mrs. Paula Wasmire (Dickerhoof)."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I wanted to give back to the community that helped create me. I think it is important to give back to society in some fashion, and teaching some of our youngest learners appealed to me."
Importance of giving back:
"Community is only as strong as you make it. It takes each of us doing our part to have a wonderful community. Once an Aviator - always an Aviator!"
Ms. Grove’s dedication to teaching our youngest Aviators is a great example of giving back to the community that helped shape her. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: 1st Grade Teacher
School: Alliance Early Learning School
Graduation Year: 1989
Years at ACS: 30+
Favorite Memory:
"I loved going to North Lincoln Elementary. The teachers there influenced me to want to be an educator, and their fall fun fair was legendary! I also enjoyed my time at AHS. Those years were full of friends, fun, and learning."
Influential Staff Member:
"An influential staff member for me was Mrs. Paula Wasmire (Dickerhoof)."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I wanted to give back to the community that helped create me. I think it is important to give back to society in some fashion, and teaching some of our youngest learners appealed to me."
Importance of giving back:
"Community is only as strong as you make it. It takes each of us doing our part to have a wonderful community. Once an Aviator - always an Aviator!"
Ms. Grove’s dedication to teaching our youngest Aviators is a great example of giving back to the community that helped shape her. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Ashley Peterson, an intervention specialist at Alliance Intermediate School, was awarded the Howard Hanna Hometown Hero Award for the month of December! Congratulations, Ms. Peterson! ✈️ #RepthatA
We're hiring a Home Instructor! Click the link for more information and to apply.
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🔗 https://alliancecityschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5475429
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Winter Break is almost here, Aviators! ❄ There will be no school Dec. 22–Jan. 2. We hope all our Aviator families enjoy their time together this holiday season! 😊 #RepthatA
Kevin Kern, a theater professor at Mount Union and proud Aviator parent, stopped by AELS to read "The Grinch" to students and staff! 🎄📖 A big thank you to Mr. Kern for helping our young Aviators celebrate this fun and festive time of year! 💚✨ #RepthatA
✈ Robert Fountain ✈
Position: Cosmetology Teacher
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 2008
Years at ACS: 10
Favorite Memory:
"I recall when my class nominated me for most likely to succeed. It was a humbling moment, yet empowering. It was then that I began to see what others saw in me."
Influential Staff Member:
"It was my cosmetology teacher, Mrs. Logozzo. She held me accountable and would not let me quit. I credit her for helping me learn how to push through adversity and be an overcomer."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"This place is home for me. Born and raised here. That's not to say that, because I'm comfortable here. I say that to say, I want to give the same encouragement and support that I got while attending here. I want to help empower the next generation in this area!"
Importance of giving back:
"It is important to me to serve the community in which I was raised, because I see the value here. I believe ACS is the best-kept secret. I would like that to be known. It feels great sowing into what I received so much from. The harvest is plentiful!"
Mr. Fountain continues to pour into the place that shaped him, proving every day that giving back can change lives. ✈. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Cosmetology Teacher
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 2008
Years at ACS: 10
Favorite Memory:
"I recall when my class nominated me for most likely to succeed. It was a humbling moment, yet empowering. It was then that I began to see what others saw in me."
Influential Staff Member:
"It was my cosmetology teacher, Mrs. Logozzo. She held me accountable and would not let me quit. I credit her for helping me learn how to push through adversity and be an overcomer."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"This place is home for me. Born and raised here. That's not to say that, because I'm comfortable here. I say that to say, I want to give the same encouragement and support that I got while attending here. I want to help empower the next generation in this area!"
Importance of giving back:
"It is important to me to serve the community in which I was raised, because I see the value here. I believe ACS is the best-kept secret. I would like that to be known. It feels great sowing into what I received so much from. The harvest is plentiful!"
Mr. Fountain continues to pour into the place that shaped him, proving every day that giving back can change lives. ✈. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
The junior cosmetology class hosted a fantastic Spa-a-Thon for their family and friends! What an awesome way to show off the new skills they’ve been mastering over the past few months! 💅💆#RepthatA
Alissa Batdorff's, Stephanie Smith's, and Emily Allmon's classes celebrated the 67th day of school by doing 67 reading, writing, and math activities! #RepthatA
Congratulations to Lincoln Reese for committing to Walsh University to play baseball and continue his education after graduation! ⚾ We know he’ll do great at Walsh! ✈ #RepthatA
The students and staff at Alliance Elementary School collected pet care items for the Stark County Humane Society! It’s the season of giving, and we love seeing our Aviators be Caring Citizens and support our community, including our furry friends! 🐶🐱 #RepthatA
The AHS Intro to Drama Class is set to present a Holiday Variety Show on Thursday, Dec. 18 at 7 pm in the AHS auditorium! 🎭 #RepthatA
Come support our 3rd grade Aviators at their Winter Concert on Dec. 17 at 6:30 pm at AHS! #RepthatA
