On Wednesday night, William Martinez took to the stage at Alliance High School with his performance of “Signing the Song: You Have Changed My Life.” Written and performed by Martinez himself, the story details his life growing up in a deaf family as a hearing child. Martinez is the son of a deaf mother and a hearing father. When he was young, his parents separated... READ MORE >

Alliance Early Learning School The preschool students in Kellie Sanor's and Deborah Bourne's classroom received a visit from the Stark County Preschool Arts Immersion Program called Artful Living and Learning. The preschool students received a standard-based art lesson where they explored the world around them. The students discussed what they saw and imagined... READ MORE >

Alliance Early Learning School Kindergarten classrooms at AELS celebrated Grandparents Day on Oct. 2. In Amanda Hennon's class, students had the opportunity to learn a little more about apples by labeling the parts of an apple and reading a book about apples to their grandparents. Students and grandparents also worked together to decorate a picture frame that will... READ MORE >

ACS Choirs to Come Together On Wednesday, Oct. 16, the Alliance City School Choirs will join in on a special event called “SIGNing the Song: You Have Changed My Life” written and performed by William Martinez. This performance is the story of Martinez’s life. He grew up with deaf parents, but his life was forever changed by a music teacher who encouraged him to... READ MORE >

Alliance Early Learning School This week, the preschool students in Erica Thompson and Deb Kelley's classroom had fun learning how to be a kind friend. The children participated in activities with friends where they worked together to create projects and learned kind words and helpful actions to use with friends. Thompson helped illustrate the difference between... READ MORE >

Alliance Early Learning School Alliance Early Learning School Kindergarten teachers Lori Gasparik, Cindy Gaines, Megan Harper and Shari Johnson celebrated Constitution Day with their students this week. Students learned why the Constitution was written and how it impacts our lives today. Then, each class made its own Constitution, outlining expectations for... READ MORE >

The Alliance High School Media Arts students and Spectrum Cable Channel 1022 staff received eight Philo Awards from the 2019 Philo Film Festival of Media Arts. In the last ten years, the Media Arts program and Channel 1022, previously Channel 11, has received nearly 100 Philo Awards for their submissions in a number of categories. “Each year, the staff spends... READ MORE >

Alliance Early Learning School At the beginning of each school year, teachers at AELS take the time to build relationships and get to know their students. Sandi Zemrock treats her kindergarten students to a special pizza lunch each week in a small group setting. Students enjoy receiving special attention and getting one-on-one time with the teacher. After the... READ MORE >

Alliance Early Learning School Tracy Bowser's kindergartners went for a walk in the community. The students stopped at different locations and looked for shapes, colors, numbers, letters and other objects. They also practiced crossing the street safely and cooperating with a partner. When they arrived back at school they charted and discussed the items they... READ MORE >

Alliance Early Learning School Our school year at the Alliance Early Learning School began with fun and friendship. An obvious favorite was the very first recess. Students enjoyed running and playing with new friends and classmates. We are looking forward to a phenomenal year. Alliance Elementary Schools - Parkway/Rockhill Parkway & Rockhill Elementary Schools... READ MORE >

In a unanimous vote at the August Board of Education Meeting held on Aug. 20, the Alliance Board of Education approved the name change for the district’s intermediate school. Formerly Northside Intermediate School, Alliance Intermediate School at Northside (AIS) will begin transitioning to its new name this school year. The decision was made following a community... READ MORE >

Please Note: Unfortunately, the Fox & Friends First Interview scheduled for tomorrow morning has been postponed due to Fox’s busy schedule. We are hopeful the interview will be rescheduled for a later date. We will keep you posted. Alliance Middle School Students to Appear on Fox & Friends First The Alliance Middle School football players whose recent random... READ MORE >

The Robert T. White School of Practical Nursing at Alliance Career Center recently celebrated the graduation of 26 students. Donning the traditional white scrubs, the students lined the stage at Alliance High School, waiting to receive the pins and certificates they have worked so hard to earn. Following months of hard work in the full-time practical nursing... READ MORE >

The Alliance Career Center recently graduated eight students from the medical assisting program. “On behalf of the Alliance Board of Education and the Alliance Career Center, I would like to welcome you to the Medical Assistant graduation,” ACC director, Greg Gemberling, welcomed the audience. “Tonight is the culminating event of your educational program. These... READ MORE >

Alliance City Schools recently approved changes to the administrative positions at a number of buildings. A new assistant principal position has been approved for Alliance High School. Tina Arbitter, former principal of Success Academy, will be taking on the newly created position at AHS. Derrick Showell will be the new lead teacher at Success Academy following... READ MORE >

LPN Classes Now Enrolling Founded in 2004, the Robert T. White (RTW) School of Practical Nursing at Alliance Career Center (ACC) offers an intensive practical nursing program complete with classroom and laboratory learning and clinical opportunities at various locations in the community. LPNs have the opportunity to work in hospitals, physicians’ offices,... READ MORE >

Administrators Tour Four Businesses In an effort to better prepare graduating students for the workforce, members of the Alliance City School District administrative team toured local companies to learn what employment opportunities are located in the community and what the companies are looking for in young employees. “The goal was to hear first hand from those... READ MORE >

As with all new technology, electronic devices (cell phones, laptops, tablets, etc.) have proven to be beneficial while in the appropriate setting, but school is often not the right time to use the devices. The administration at Alliance High School sent out a series of surveys for the staff to gather information on the benefits and downfalls of allowing electronic... READ MORE >

Alliance High School recognized the spring athletes during the Spring Sports Awards Night on Thursday, May 30. The Sports recognized were baseball, softball, boys’ tennis, boys’ track and girls’ track. AHS recognized the senior athletes who took part in their last high school sport during the spring season. The seniors recognized are as follows: Richard Elliott,... READ MORE >

The 11th Annual Brett Streza Memorial Golf Outing will take place Saturday, June 1 at Tannenhauf Golf Club. The Four Man Scramble costs $65 per person and includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart, meal and an optional skins game. All proceeds from the scramble go towards the Brett Streza Memorial Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to graduates at Alliance... READ MORE >

AHS Recognizes Academic Accomplishments Alliance High School hosted the annual academic awards ceremony on May 8 with guest speaker Todd Diehl presenting the students with words of wisdom. Diehl, a 1986 graduate of AHS, has made a career based on the skills he learned in the machine trades vocational program he took in high school. Following graduation, he... READ MORE >

Alliance High School hosted a “signing” day to recognize five senior athletes who have committed to play a sport in college. The five athletes to sign were Cameron Cox, Gavin Geier, Lauren Snyder, Noah Durst-Hawkins and Jarren Daniels. The first three athletes will be attending the University of Mount Union and the remaining two will be attending Thiel College in... READ MORE >

Parkway Elementary’s Bob Duncan received first place in the W.R.I.T.E Grant Program hosted by the FriendsOffice Company, earning his class room the supplies necessary for six escape room kits. The grant worth $500 was awarded to Duncan by members of the company and the grant committee members who visited his classroom to present him with all the materials he had... READ MORE >

15 Recognized for Academic Success Alliance High School recognized the Top 10% of the 2019 graduating class on May 8 during the 32nd Annual Academic Recognition Banquet held at the University of Mount Union. During the banquet, 15 students were recognized for being varsity scholars and leading their class in academics. Each scholar was able to recognize... READ MORE >

$1.9 Million Awarded in Scholarships Alliance High School hosted the annual Senior Scholarship Night on Monday, May 7 with 42 soon-to-be graduates receiving over $1.9 million in local scholarships. The Alliance High School Foundation gave over $105,000 to select students bringing their total number of scholarships to over $1.4 million since its founding. This... READ MORE >

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Montrose Ford Lincoln in Alliance partnered with the Alliance Aviator Sports Boosters for the “Drive 4 Ur School” fundraiser taking place Sunday, Apr. 28 from 12-5 p.m. Attend the event and test drive a new Ford vehicle. For every test drive, $20 will be donated to the sports boosters up to $6,000. There is a bonus test drive available. If you choose to test drive... READ MORE >

Alliance High Schools rendition of “All Shook Up” began Thursday night with the audience enjoying the 50s themed musical put on by the cast and crew. Directed by Carrie Chunat, the musical featured the hit songs of Elvis Presley entwined with a fun plot set to make every audience member laugh. Rachael Wagner and Ryan McKnight lead the show as Natalie and Chad.... READ MORE >

IDEA Part B State Application for Fiscal Year 2020 Meeting for Public Comment Tuesday, May 7, 2019 4:30 p.m. - 4:55 p.m. All school districts applying for funds under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) must make their applications for funding available for public review and comment. IDEA Part B funds support districts in providing... READ MORE >

Alliance High School is set to perform the iconic songs of the King in the musical “All Shook Up” featuring songs by Elvis Presley. The performance will feature senior Rachael Wagner at Natalie Haller and junior Ryan McKnight as Chad. Set in the 1950s Chad shows up in town leading to it becoming “All Shook Up.” “This show has been a lot of fun to put together,”... READ MORE >

The Athletic Department will be hosting free sports physicals good for the 2019-20 school year on May 16 to any interested current 6th-11th grade student at AMS and AHS. In order to get your physical on this date all paperwork must be submitted electronically by going to alliance-oh.finalforms.com by April 30. No paper forms will be accepted. If you have questions... READ MORE >

Rockhill Elementary School hosted an assembly to discuss the hidden differences people have. “I want to discuss how sometimes we say how on the outside people look happy and aye-okay,” Principal Michelle Balderson said. “But then they have somethings, a disease or illness, something going on the inside that we don’t even know about.” Balderson decided to show the... READ MORE >

Alliance JOG Students bring home big awards, qualify for state On March 20, 12 students from the Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates (JOG) program at Alliance High School participated in the Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates Regional Career Development Conference. The competition was held at the John S. Knight Center in Akron, Ohio. Students competed in several different... READ MORE >

The Alliance High School’s chapter of National Honor Society inducted 36 new members during the induction ceremony on Monday, March 18. Allison Waggoner, president of NHS, welcomed the parents and students in attendance as the ceremony began. “We are gathered here to formally recognize those students who have been selected by the faculty of our school for... READ MORE >

BOE Recognizes Academic, Athletic, Community Accomplishments The Alliance City School Board of Education recognized the academic and athletic accomplishments from the students and the constant support and guidance from community members and coaches during the BOE meeting held at Alliance Early Learning School on Mar. 19. Board President Sally Ailes and members... READ MORE >

Alliance High School recognized the winter athletes on Wednesday, March 13 during the Winter Sports Awards Night. The evening recognized the athletes who participated in the following sports: boys’ basketball, girls’ basketball, competition cheer, sideline cheer, swimming, wrestling and bowling. Athletic Director Mike Schott introduced each coach who then... READ MORE >

The sixth grade students at Alliance Middle School spent the third nine weeks preparing for the annual Reading Fair held Tuesday, Mar. 12. The gym was transformed into an academic fair on Tuesday evening for all the sixth graders at AMS. Similar to how a Science Fair shows off the students understanding of the scientific method, the Reading Fair allows the... READ MORE >

Preschool and kindergarten registration for Alliance Early Learning School (AELS) is just around the corner. Registration packets are available at all of the school buildings in the district including the administration building. Registration will take place Mar. 18-22 at Glamorgan Castle, 200 Glamorgan St. Parents will be able to register their children for... READ MORE >

The Alliance High School Jetsetters competed at the 25th Annual North Coast Show Choir invitational on Saturday, Feb. 23 leading to a fifth runner-up finish from the show choir. The competition took place at Twinsburg High School with 14 schools competing from four states. The Jetsetters competed in an intense daytime competition which allowed them to advance to... READ MORE >

Alliance Early Learning School received all A’s on their state report card for the very first time. "It's a great honor to receive this award,” said AELS Principal, Timothy Calfee. “We are one of only 57 schools in the entire state of Ohio that was recognized as an All A School." In order to be recognized as an all A school, Ohio’s state board of education... READ MORE >

Lorenzo Scott and Greg King were recognized as 2019 Pathfinder Award recipients during the assembly held at Alliance High School on Feb. 8. The second Pathfinder Award assembly began with senior Dynasty Ford presenting the history of the Pathfinder Awards. The Pathfinder Award assemblies were created in 2017 to recognize men and women who have served as... READ MORE >

On Thursday, Feb. 7, the third annual Pathfinder Award Assemblies began with Dr. Gloria Malone and Mayor Alan Andreani being recognized as trailblazers to success. The first of three assemblies was held at the University of Mount Union. The Pathfinder Award Assemblies were created in 2017 by the Alliance City School District to recognize men and women who serve... READ MORE >

The Star Lab Visited AELS The students at Alliance Early Learning School had quite the treat the when the Star Lab visiting the school. Each preschool and kindergarten classroom had the chance to visit the portable planetarium to learn about the stars and the solar system. The portable dome, which looked like a black igloo sitting on the stage at AELS, housed a... READ MORE >

Passionate Students at Parkway The third grade students at Parkway Elementary School had the opportunity to discuss social issues with member of the Alliance City School District’s Board of Education, ACS administration, police department and Mayor Alan Andreani. In their reading class, the students were tasked with the responsibility of coming up with a social... READ MORE >

For the third year in a row, Jordan Schwartz used his geography skills to win the annual YWCA Geography Bee held at Alliance Middle School on Tuesday, Jan. 8. The competition was strong this year, with far more questions being asked than in years past. “I was really happy with how many people were still in it with as many rounds as we had gone through.” said... READ MORE >

Ohio’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, Paolo DeMaria, visited Rockhill Elementary on Tuesday, Jan. 8 after the school was named a “High Progress School of Honor for 2018.” “I would like to thank our state superintendent for coming here today,” said Superintendent Jeffery Talbert. “This staff in this building works very hard. I spend a lot of time here and I... READ MORE >

Rockhill Elementary was one of 66 schools to recently be listed as a “High Progress School of Honor for 2018” on the Ohio Department of Education’s website. “We are incredibly proud of the progress Rockhill Elementary has shown over the last few years,” Superintendent Jeffery Talbert said. “Each and every member of the faculty and staff should be proud of this... READ MORE >

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO CHRISTMAS BREAK, THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS WILL AIR FOR 2 WEEKS AROUNDTOWN: Brandon Sinkovich visits the Troll Hole for an update Monday, Dec. 24 and Dec. 31 - 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 - 10:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 27 and Jan. 3 - 2:00 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28 and Jan. 4 - 9:00 a.m SUP'S ON... READ MORE >

AROUNDTOWN: Kyle Schwarz visits Beech Creek Gardens for a preview of their Christmas events Monday, Dec. 3 - 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4 - 10:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5 - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6 - 2:00 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7 - 9:00 a.m AROUNDTOWN: Kyle Schwarz visits the Glamorgan Castle for an update on renovations Monday, Dec. 3 - 2:00... READ MORE >

Preparing Students to Meet the Needs of Employers Superintendent Jeffery Talbert hosted a Business Advisory Council for the Alliance City School District on Monday, Nov. 19 at the Glamorgan Castle. Businesses, organizations and ACS teachers and administration were present to discuss the best ways to prepare students for life after graduation. “Here at Alliance... READ MORE >

Guest Chef Visits Navigators Some of the students in the Alliance Middle School Navigators program had a special treat when they learned how to make baklava from the head chef and manager of Papa Gyros. Seth Trissel visited the class taught by Caitlyn Wagner-Ryan, an academic tutor at AMS, on Monday, Nov. 12. The students were excited to make and, of course, eat... READ MORE >

Alliance High School held the annual Veterans Day assembly on Monday, Nov. 12 to recognize and honor veterans. This year featured keynote speaker Ken Kitchen, a retired Marine and Vietnam veteran. The assembly began with the AHS marching band and concert choir performing “Thank you Soldiers.” Sydney Vanderkar was the soloist for the song. A brief history of... READ MORE >

AHS Students Took Part in Annual Film Competition Students in the Media Arts program at Alliance High School spent last week preparing for the eighth annual Aviator Shootout that took place on Friday, Nov. 9. The Aviator Shootout requires groups of students to create a five minute film in two days with assigned props, genres, techniques and dialogue. There were... READ MORE >

Alliance High School hosted its annual College and Career Night on Thursday, Nov. 12. Over 60 vendors were set up to provide information to students and parents about the options available following graduation. “Our mission for all Alliance City School students is to leave Alliance High School prepared for college or careers,” said Allison Morrison, an AHS... READ MORE >

Manicures, pedicures, facials and more were offered during the annual Cosmetology Spa-A-Thon held at Alliance High School on Thursday, Nov. 8. The event is held every fall by the senior cosmetology students who use the skills they have learned throughout their junior year and first part of their senior year. It provides them with real life experience on how to... READ MORE >

AHS Hosts Annual Fundraisers Saturday, Nov. 3 was a busy day at Alliance High School with the Kiwanis Pancake Jamboree taking over the cafeteria and the Band Boosters Craft Show taking over the halls and lobby of AHS. The first Saturday in November is always set aside for pancakes in the Alliance community. Every year, hundreds of community members fill the high... READ MORE >

Athletes, coaches and parents gathered at Alliance High School on Wednesday, Nov. 7 for the Fall Sports Awards Night. The evening recognized the athletes who participated in the following sports: football, volleyball, cheerleading, boys’ and girls’ cross country, boys’ and girls’ soccer, girls’ tennis and boys’ and girls’ golf. Athletic Director Mike Schott... READ MORE >

Students and parents filled the gym at Northside Intermediate School with blankets, pillows and popcorn on Friday, Nov. 2 for the school’s very first Family Movie Night. “We are thankful you are taking time to be with us this evening,” said Stephanie Garren, principal of Northside. “We value our families and want to provide free, safe and positive experiences for... READ MORE >

Graduates are Ready to Take the Next Step Seven students graduated from The Robert T. White Practical Nursing Program on Thursday, Nov. 1 in the class of 2017-2019. Their next step, passing the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Examination). The seven students have spent countless hours in the classroom, taking part in clinicals and studying to follow their... READ MORE >

FOCUS ON FLYERS: John Hampu interviews staff and students from Northside, Parkway and Rockhill schools Monday, Nov. 5 - 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6 - 10:00 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7 - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8 - 2:00 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9 - 9:00 a.m SUP'S ON: John Hampu interviews Alliance City Schools Supt. Jeffrey Talbert Monday, Nov. 5 - 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6... READ MORE >

Parkway Elementary held the First Quarter Awards Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 2. Parents were able to attend to watch their children receive their awards. The students were recognized for being Student of the Months in September and October, having perfect attendance, the Top iReady scorers, Ace Winners and Top Gun Winners. September Students of the Month: First... READ MORE >

Media Arts Receives Two Awards For the first time, Alliance High School hosted the Central States Media conference and Trade Show. The conference was held Oct. 26-28. Each year the conference is hosted in a different location in either Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky or Michigan. Many of the staff and students involved with Spectrum Channel 1022 spent the weekend working... READ MORE >

John Hampu, a long time host for Spectrum Channel 1022, received the Regional Roxie Cole Leadership award on Saturday during the Keynote Address for the Central States Media Conference and Trade Show hosted by the Alliance City School District. “I was very surprised,” Hampu said. “I think the work that we've done here kind of exemplifies what the award... READ MORE >

The second annual Alliance City Schools Coat Giveaway took place on Oct. 25 at the Alliance Community Center. Students in need of a new coat for winter were able to attend and leave with more than just a new coat. When the first coat giveaway was held last year, about 75 coats were given out. This year, approximately 175 coats were provided to local students and... READ MORE >

MOUNT MATTERS: John Hampu interviews Rachel MarkleMonday, Oct. 22- 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23- 10:00 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 24- 6:00 p.m.Thursday, Oct. 25- 2:00 p.m.Friday, Oct. 26- 9:00 a.m 2018 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS AWARDSMonday, Oct. 22- 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23- 9:00 a.m.Wednesday, Oct. 24- 10:00 p.m.Thursday, Oct. 25- 6:00 p.m.Friday, Oct. 26- 2:00... READ MORE >

Third Grader Spreads Love of Reading Rockhill Elementary received a special gift from third grader Antoinette Grimes- a Little Free Library. Antoinette loves to read and wanted to share her passion with as many people as possible, so she asked her family to help her look for a little free library to donate to her school. “I hope more kids can get books,”... READ MORE >

The inaugural Jetsetter Alumni Cabaret was held on Saturday, Oct. 13 at Jupiter Studios. The show choir alumni from over the years attended to perform once again and to continue their support of the program. Seven alumni along with Carrie Chunat, the Alliance High School choir teacher, performed a variety of songs. Nothing was off limits when it came to the... READ MORE >

AROUNDTOWN: Kyle Schwarz interviews Tom Phillips from Stark Fresh Monday, Oct. 15 - 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16 - 10:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17 - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18 - 2:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19 - 9:00 a.m FOCUS ON FLYERS: John Hampu interviews Alliance High School teacher Mike Rosetti Monday, Oct. 15 - 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16 - 9:00 a.m.... READ MORE >

ACS Celebrates Grandparents’ Day The schools in the Alliance City School District have spent the last couple of weeks celebrating Grandparents’ Day with the final day taking place Friday, Oct. 12 at Parkway Elementary and Rockhill Elementary. Grandparents had the opportunity to visit the schools where their grandchildren attend and spend some time seeing what... READ MORE >

AHS & Coastal Pet Partner on Behalf of Students Turbo’s Retreat, a quiet room to help students relax, has a officially opened at Alliance High School. A dedication ceremony was held on Wednesday to formally thank Coastal Pet Products for their generous donation to AHS. “We really want this to be a mini retreat where you just step outside whatever is going on,”... READ MORE >

Alliance High School will be hosting our Fourth Annual College and Career Night on Nov. 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. for our high school students and parents in the gymnasium. We invite you to join us for this opportunity to meet with the various participants attending the fair who will be sharing their respective information. There will also be a College Credit Plus meeting... READ MORE >

UNIVERSITY OF MOUNT UNION EXPERTS LUNCHEON: Dr. Jim Perone Monday, Oct. 8 - 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9 - 10:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10 - 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11 - 2:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12 - 9:00 a.m FOCUS ON FLYERS: John Hampu interviews Deb McKee from the Alliance Career Center Monday, Oct. 8 - 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9 - 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10 -... READ MORE >

Students Work Out at No Cost The students at the Alliance City School District’s Success Academy have enjoyed the opportunity to work out at Planet Fitness every Wednesday morning. The program came about through the efforts of Curtis Hubbard, the behavior management coach for the Success Academy. He contacted Planet Fitness after hearing the company was... READ MORE >

100 Total Hold the Honor At the Distinguished Alumni Ceremony held on Monday at Alliance High School, four men were added to the ranks of distinguished alumni, bringing the total to 100 inductees since the Distinguished Alumni Committee was founded in 1966. “Before the committee meets and decides about this prestigious award, they repeatedly say that the... READ MORE >

On Saturday, Sept. 29, the Alliance Digital and Altitude Academy hosted a community wide yard sale to raise money for student incentive days every nine weeks. Vendors attending the sale, sold everything from porcelain dolls to shoes to small kitchen appliances. Anybody in the community was welcome to attend the yard sale. The only stipulation was they couldn’t... READ MORE >

HOSPITAL ROUNDS: Kyle Schwarz interviews Tracy Sinn about the new 3D Mammography in the Imaging Dept. at Alliance Community HospitalMonday, Oct. 1 - 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2 - 10:00 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 3 - 6 p.m.Thursday, Oct. 4 - 2:00 p.m.Friday, Oct. 5 - 9:00 a.m FOCUS ON FLYERS: John Hampu interviews Tracy Lahr, Annie Horner and Stephanie Garren about the... READ MORE >

On Saturday, Oct. 13, Jetsetter alumni of all ages will come together once again to perform at Jupiter Studios during the Jetsetters Alumni Cabaret. The show choir alumni will be able to perform in the event, similar to an open mic night or simply come out to support the program. Carrie Chunat, the choir teacher at AHS, is looking forward to seeing her former... READ MORE >

On Monday, Oct. 1, Alliance High School will be inducting four new members into the ranks of Distinguished Alumni. The four inductees, Robert L. Benjamin; John Blebea MD; the late Dr. Wilton Eckley and the late Ernest S. Prince will bring the total number of inductees to 100 since the Distinguished Alumni Committee was created in 1966.Benjamin, a 1969 graduate of... READ MORE >

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The Alliance Digital Academy is approaching education from a completely different perspective, and data shows it’s working. Principal Portia Johnson describes the Academy, which is entering its second year at the Alliance Community Center on Linden Ave., as a way to serve any student who is looking for a change from the traditional classroom. With ACS... READ MORE >

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All High School students will be receiving paperwork in the mail in the next couple of days regarding iPad roll out. Note completed paperwork and $10.00 is needed on the following dates: August 14th from 9 to Noon - SOPHOMORESAugust 15th from 9 to Noon - JUNIORSAugust 16th from 9 to Noon - SENIORSAug. 14 is Freshmen orientation. From 4-7 p.m. is for students... READ MORE >

Juliann Doerschuk, second from left, poses with representatives from the top four schools in the state in the MakerMinded competition. On Monday evening Juliann (Trevorrow) Doerschuk, the Project Lead the Way teacher at Alliance Middle School, was recognized by MakerMinded for completing the second most qualifying STEM projects in the state. This was the... READ MORE >

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The Summer Explorers Program students took to the stage Thursday to perform Shakespeare works they had learned over the last week. Led by University of Mount Union’s Theater Professor Kevin Kern and sponsored by the Greater Alliance Foundation and Synergy Alliance, students were able to study Shakespeare and be a part of a live performance for the first time... READ MORE >

Children in Alliance will be better prepared to start the school year out right with the help of churches and community members at the 11th annual school supply giveaway at Alliance Friends Church on August 4. The giveaway was started 11 years ago as a way to help families get backpacks and school supplies for students before they start of the school year. It... READ MORE >

The 2018 inductees of the Alliance High School Distinguished Alumni have been officially named by the Committee. The four include Robert L. Benjamin, class of 1969, John Blebea, MD, class of 1974, the late Wilton Eckley, January class of 1947, and the late Ernest S. Prince, class of 1960. On September 28 the four will be honored during half time of the football... READ MORE >

During the summer months, students can lose months of learning that they accomplished over the school year. To help prevent "Summer Learning Loss," as it is called, Synergy Alliance, a group of community members, philanthropists and nonprofit organizations, funded the program Summer Explorers for students entering grades 2-5. Research and results from the program's... READ MORE >

No one will wonder what marching band is pulling up when the newly wrapped AHS band instrument/equipment bus rolls up this summer. Thanks to work and fundraising from the Band Boosters the instrument bus received a facelift of blue and red decals noting "Pride of the Sky" and "Aviator Band" on the sides. The project began about 3 years ago when the AHS band was... READ MORE >

It’s a wrap! The 11th annual Spectrum Channel 1022 Camp concluded Wednesday. Middle School students who attended the camp in the Media Arts room at Alliance High school learned to use studio and remote equipment to film shows. According to Director Kyle Schwarz, “It’s a great opportunity for boys and girls to ‘get their feet wet’ , so to speak, as they learn... READ MORE >

Shaena Winner led Kindergarten classes in making cards for sick children in area hospitals at the end of the school year. Winner heard about the idea from the Valentine’s Project. The Valentine Project is a local organization that sends care packages of hope, love, and joy to children whose lives are affected by cancer or a chronic illness. A holiday that was a... READ MORE >

Alliance City Schools' Special Education Department will host an open meeting for individuals with disabilities and parents and guardians of children with disabilities. The meeting, about Title VI-B funds, is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday, June 21 at the Central Office in the Castle. Those attending can give feedback on how the district plans to spend Title VI-B... READ MORE >

The Summer Meals Program now in session! Go to the library, park or one of the other summer meals locations to have some fun and get a free lunch for any child 18 and under. READ MORE >

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Alliance High School graduates and their 2,000 friends and family members celebrated commencement on May 27 with a message about gratitude from English Teacher Thomas Wilson. Rather than becoming resentful or bitter at life’s struggles he encouraged the class to develop a gratitude mindset. “Most of all, be grateful for the freedoms you enjoy every day…... READ MORE >

Senior Phillip Romeo signed a letter of intent no Thursday to play baseball for Fairleigh Dickinson University in New Jersey.Romeo is the son of Nick and Jennifer Romeo. He plans to study biology. READ MORE >

IMMEDIATE RELEASE - (May 24, 2018) - Alliance City School District was recently notified that it has received the Striving Readers Comprehensive Literacy Grant from the Ohio Department of Education totalling $621,000.00 The grant is part of $33 million that was given to the Ohio Department of Education last fall by the U.S. Department of Education to improve the... READ MORE >

Brett Streza was an athlete, an Alliance High School graduate of 1981, a hard-working father and husband, a police officer, United States Air Force Officer and Federal Bureau of Investigations Special Agent before his life ended at just 42 years old following his battle with cancer. Many described Brett as a big-hearted young man who everyone liked. He poured his... READ MORE >

The Alliance Middle School track & field teams put on dazzling performances at the 2018 Ohio Middle School Association Track & Field Championships in Dublin, OH on Sat, May 19th as the AMS boys ran and jumped their way to a Division 1 State Championship, and the youthful AMS girls finished as the 4th place overall team in Division 2. Although the AMS boys... READ MORE >

Once again Alliance City Schools will be offering meals to children at no cost throughout the summer. Here are the locations: READ MORE >

HOSPITAL ROUNDS: Kyle Schwarz interviews Kevin Fuschetto, director of MEDS clinic ,about diabetesMonday, May 21- 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 22-10:00 p.m.Wednesday, May 23- -6 p.m.Thursday, May 24- 2:00 p.m.Friday, May 25 - 9:00 a.m. RODMAN LIBRARY PRESENTS:Kyle Schwarz interviews Janet Metzger about the summer reading programMonday, May 21 - 2:00 p.m. Tuesday,... READ MORE >

This week two more Career Tech students from Alliance High School signed commitments with places of employment in their fields of study. As part of a new tradition at Alliance High School, Career Tech graduates who gain employment in their field right after graduation were honored with a signing event on Monday. Anthony Windle, an Auto Technology student, signed... READ MORE >

Please join us & support Aviator athletics! Male, female, & coed teams! Also, looking for Hole & Corp sponsors! Contact Jim, Mike, Craig, or Charlie (numbers are listed below) READ MORE >

Students in multi-disability classes in Alliance City Schools travelled to Perry High School today to participate in the Exceptional Olympics. The students competed in events such as bowling, 50 yard dash, frisbee throw and more. For the past six weeks students in Stephanie McKnight’s high school Sports Medicine classes were matched with younger students who... READ MORE >

Four students from Alliance High School signed letters of intention to work with MAC Trailer upon graduation at the end of the month at the first Career Tech job-signing event. Some of the students have been working with MAC Trailer during their studies in the Career Tech welding program at Alliance High School. Alex Kurpil, Korryn Jackson, Cole George and... READ MORE >

The 18 students that make up the top ten percent of the graduating class of 2018 were honored, along with their honored educator of choice and their parents at the annual Academic Recognition Banquet on Wednesday evening. The purpose of the Academic Recognition Day is to publicly honor the academic top ten-percent of Alliance’s graduating senior class, their... READ MORE >

The Alliance High School class of 2018 broke school records on Monday evening as they received over $2.3 million in awards and scholarships at the Senior Awards Night. Over $105,000 of the awards were from the Alliance High School Foundation. Several of the scholarships were full-tuition scholarships including the Elvin Wilson/Duke University Scholarship... READ MORE >

Pegasus Farm will be hosting our annual Family Fun Day event on June 2nd, 2018. This event will feature activities such as pony rides, inflatables, petting zoo, Davey Tree Climbing, food trucks and more! READ MORE >

Another group of seniors at Alliance High School signed letters of intent to attend and play a sport for various colleges and universities this fall. Dylan Bailey plans to attend the University of Mount Union and run on the track and cross country teams. He plans to study biology. Anthony Young plans to attend the University of Mount Union to study engineering... READ MORE >

Stark County Schools joined with businesses all over the area to match the needs in the labor force with the skills of nearly 2,000 senior high school students. The inaugural Greater Stark County Career Expo took place throughout Stark County Schools from April 20-May 3. Various schools hosted employers who are looking for skilled employees. Each Career Tech lead... READ MORE >

Superintendent Jeffery Talbert accepted a donation of artwork from the Alliance Foundation purchased at the Early Childhood Education Alliance Benefit Auction on April 27.The Early Childhood Education Alliance held an art auction at Jupiter Studios on Friday, April 27th. At the auction the Alliance Foundation purchased one piece of artwork created by Mrs.... READ MORE >

The Robert T. White School of Practical Nursing is offering congratulations to the entire class of September, 2017 who passed the NCLEX exam, a required rite of passage as a nursing student into the field. The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) is not an easy test to pass and has proven difficult for many students in the past. This is the first time... READ MORE >

Alex Kurpil, Senior welding student, was honored as the first MAC Trailer student of the month on Friday. MAC Trailer has partnered with Alliance High School to spotlight an outstanding student in the welding program each month. Dennis Postiy, Corporate Vice President, Gary Conny, Manager of Corporate Training and Development at MAC Trailer and Sienna Oswalt,... READ MORE >

Alliance High School will present a “world of pure imagination” with Willy Wonka the Musical as this year’s Spring Musical. The innocent, imaginative show as written by Roald Dahl, features music from the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and includes Alliance students of all ages. From Preschool to High School, this show will feature the widest... READ MORE >

The athletic department will be hosting free physicals good for the 2018-19 school year on May 10th to any interested current 6th-11th grade student. In order to get your physical on this date all paperwork must be submitted electronically by going to alliance-oh.finalforms.com by May 1st. No paper forms will be accepted. If you have questions or need a copy of... READ MORE >

Senior Howard Frazier was recently awarded the National Football Foundation’s Northeast Ohio Chapter Scholar Athlete Award. At the annual awards dinner last month Frazier was recognized as one of 22 young men from the 17 county region to have excellent performance on the football field and in the classroom. Joe Thomas of the Cleveland Browns presented Frazier... READ MORE >

Care Teams at Alliance City Schools along with Family Support Specialists have the task of identifying student needs and helping to meet those needs so students can come to school ready to learn. Unfortunately one of those needs is that some students have trouble getting meals on the weekends when they are not in school. Melissa French, Robin Cain and Tracy... READ MORE >

Alliance Middle School Project Lead the Way teacher Juliann Trevorrow started using a new program with her science students this year. Little did she know she and her classes would end the school year with a Statewide recognition for their work with MakerMinded. MakerMinded is an online STEM competition that encourages students to think with and engage science,... READ MORE >

On Tuesday, March 20th, six students from Alliance High School's Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates program competed at the regional Career Development Conference and Competition. Collin Yarian took 3rd place in the cover design portion and Braijon Clayton placed first overall in the public speaking division! All six students were outstanding while representing Alliance.... READ MORE >

Alliance City Schools is accepting open enrollment students beginning April 3 and ending April 27, 2018. Click here to download the form. Call Ronda Pittman in registration at 330-821-2106. READ MORE >

10th Annual Conference for Families and Educatorsof Children with Diverse Learning NeedsRegistration begins Saturday, April 14, 2018click here for registration info For more information click here Early bird specials for registration begin in April. READ MORE >

MakerMinded is an online STEM competition that encourages students to think with and engage science, technology, engineering and math skills in a way that connects them to advanced manufacturing jobs that will need filled in years to come. The online program helps to close the gap between jobs that will be available in advanced manufacturing and the thought... READ MORE >

Approximately 150 Alliance High School students participated in National School Walk Out Day on Wednesday, March 14. Starting at 10 a.m. students filtered outside the school building's main door, monitored by school and district administration, to the grass in front of the school by the jet. Signs that abided by the school’s code of conduct were carried along... READ MORE >

Here are the upcoming events for the Canton Museum of Art for students! READ MORE >

Alliance City Schools is now hiring a substitute security officer as soon as possible. The closing date for applications is March 14. Click here to see the full job description and requirements. READ MORE >

Here is an updated message from Mr. Jeff Talbert from February 21, 2018. READ MORE >

A message from Superintendent Jeff Talbert Dear Alliance City School Families, Today we were alerted to a potential social media threat regarding Alliance High School. We placed AHS and all district schools into a shelter-in-place status, meaning all people inside the school were to remain in their rooms. After working collaboratively with the Alliance Police... READ MORE >

A safety resource is available to Ohio Schools that could prevent and alert local law enforcement to a school safety crisis. This resource – an anonymous tip line service – is available free of charge to every school district and public and private school in Ohio. The Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Department of Public Safety launched the SaferOH tip... READ MORE >

Three of our Pathfinders were honored February 16 at the High School Black History Month Assembly. Attorney Merrick Malone in the area of Education, Pastor Aaron Hill in the area of Education and Dr. Michael Grimes in the area of Science. Each gave a speech and some words of advice to students as graduates of Alliance High School. The Harambee dance group out of... READ MORE >

Here is some information on equestrian summer camps open to all children READ MORE >

Alliance City Schools recognizes 2018 Pathfinder Award Recipients Alliance City Schools has named eight individuals who have been trailblazers to success to the Alliance area for the second annual Pathfinders Awards. The awards are given during Black History Month to individuals who have created paths of success for our students- thus the name... READ MORE >

It's time already to think of sending your little one to school in the fall! Here is some information on our Preschool and Kindergarten registration. READ MORE >

Now Hiring: Bus Driver position. https://www.applitrack.com/all... READ MORE >

This week started the Ohio Smiles program at Alliance City Schools. The district offered the program for the first time this year as a way to help families afford dental care for their students. Dentists will visit each school and students whose parents signed them up will receive a cleaning, x-rays and some will receive sealant and fluoride treatments. The... READ MORE >

Alliance City Schools, with the help of many volunteers, celebrated National Reading Day today, January 23. The day was started by United Way several years ago as a way to emphasize the importance of reading. Students throughout the nation celebrated by stopping and reading or by listening to a book be read. At Alliance City Schools volunteers read to every... READ MORE >

Alliance City Schools would like to thank Retired Senior Master Sergeant from the U.S. Air Force Frederick Elsass for his donation to NBC champions, the Alliance High School Football team and student Duce Johnson who was named Stark County’s Most Valuable Player for 2018. Mr. Elsass contacted administration and explained his interest in presenting the team and... READ MORE >

Ever wonder what goes behind calling school off or deciding to start the school day delayed? Read this flyer for more info: READ MORE >

Download the Here Comes The Bus app on your smart phone to learn where your child’s bus is in real time! Receive push notifications and email alerts and send your child to the bus stop at just the right time, every time. Download the app and click the “sign up” button. Enter the school code 74007, and complete your user profile using your child's ID found on the... READ MORE >

The stories of several veterans was told at Alliance High School’s third annual Veteran’s Day Program on Friday. Corey Streza, a 1987 graduate of Alliance High School and veteran of the United States Air Force, spoke about his family history, rich with military service, including his brother Brett Streza whom a local scholarship is created in honor of. From Corey... READ MORE >

Alliance Middle School Counselor leads Bullying Prevention Month Alliance Middle School leads the way in bullying prevention practices at Alliance City School District. Part of the reason the Middle School has seen such positive results with decreasing negative behaviors such as bullying around the school is due to the leadership of School Counselor Katina... READ MORE >

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Attention All ACS Parents!All ACS Students are to enter the 2017-2018 School Year With Updated Immunizations pre-school through 12th grade.~All 12th Graders are to be immunized for Meningococcal (Meningitis)~All incoming 7th Graders are to have been immunized for Meningococcal (Meningitis) and Tdap~Please see the attachment for the required 2017-2018 School... READ MORE >

CARNATION FESTIVAL PREVIEWS - Carnation Babies/Queen Pageant/Style ShowMonday, July 31- 9:00 a.m.Tuesday, Aug. 1 -10:00 p.m.Wednesday, Aug. 2 -6 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 3 - 2:00 p.m.Friday, Aug. 4 - 9:00 a.m.BUSINESS BUZZ: Kyle Schwarz visits Alliance Nutrition on State StreetMonday, July 31 - 2:00 p.m.Tuesday, Aug. 1- 9:00 a.m.Wednesday, Aug. 2 -10:00... READ MORE >

On behalf of the Alliance City Health Department, please note the attached message. READ MORE >

Reducing Barriers Through Advocacy – Tips for Parents – Participants will learn strategies that will enable them to become confident advocates for their child’s special education needs. The parent’s role before, during, and after the IEP meeting will be explored. Suggestions for recordkeeping and for effectively communicating with school district personnel will be... READ MORE >

Alliance City Schools has an app. To get the app search for Alliance City Schools in the App Store and Google Play Store. The app has valuable information such as sports scores, lunch menus, school websites, event listings and more. READ MORE >

Click HERE for the 2017-2018 district calendar. READ MORE >

Mornings are hectic and sometimes stressful as you get ready for work and prepare your kids for school. Add to that a late bus, or a bus that’s so early you don’t even realize it’s come and gone. Are you tired of wondering when the school bus is going to arrive? Here Comes the Bus® is a school bus tracking app that is revolutionizing morning routines for parents... READ MORE >

STARK COUNTY SCHOOLSCOUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTSIMPORTANT NOTICESUBJECT: THE WOMEN’S HEALTH AND CANCER RIGHTS ACT OF 1998On October 21, 1998, the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act was signed into law. Effective for plan years on or after that date, group health plans, insurance companies and health maintenance organizations (HMOs) offering mastectomy coverage must... READ MORE >

ACS Families,Thank you for taking an interest and continuing to monitor your child’s academic achievement in their classes. Home Access Center gives you access to your child’s grades, attendance information, discipline incidents, and much more.You can access HAC from the link below or from the Parent/Students section of your school’s website, from this link... READ MORE >

Click on the links below to download information about the immunization clinic including forms and questionnaires.Immunization ClinicQuestionnaire and Form READ MORE >

The Alliance City Health Department provides immunizations to the following VFC eligible children:-Children who do not have any form of health insurance-Children who have one of the Medicaid Insurances: CareSource, Buckeye, United Healthcare Community, Molina or Paramount-Children who are Under-Insured (parent must provide insurance documentation of under –insured... READ MORE >