The Alliance Middle School Builders Club donated a “Buddy Bench” to Alliance Elementary School in honor of Michelle Balderson’s retirement!
Mrs. Balderson served for many years as the principal of AES before becoming the district’s Director of Elementary Education. Now, her legacy of kindness and connection will live on through “Balderson’s Buddy Bench.”
A Buddy Bench is a special space where students can sit when they’re feeling lonely or looking for a friend. It’s a quiet signal to peers and staff that they’re hoping for someone to talk to. It's a meaningful reminder that no one is ever truly alone.
AES has had Buddy Benches on its playground for years, and this new addition will bring that same spirit of compassion inside the building.
What a sweet and kind tribute to Mrs. Balderson and her 33 years with Alliance City Schools. Way to go, Builders Club! ❤️✈🩵 #RepthatA
It's the 1st day of Summer Break for our Aviators! ☀ We're going to miss them so much, but we know they are going to have a blast over the next few months. 🏖
We can't wait to see you in August! 😎 #RepthatA
The students and staff at Alliance Intermediate School walked to the Alliance City Cemetery on Tuesday for the 74th Annual Memorial Day Parade. Students spoke about the reason for the holiday and performed songs. Great job, AIS! 🇺🇸 #RepthatA
The students at Alliance Elementary School enjoyed field day earlier this week! #RepthatA
We're hiring for the following positions:
✈ Principal at AIS
✈ Assistant Principal at AMS
Click the link for more information and to apply.
🔗 https://alliancecityschools.schoolspring.com/
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The Free Summer Meals Program 🍔 will run June 3 - July 31! It's available to any child from age 1-18. Menus can be found on the building websites or on the ACS app starting next week.
Please note: Meals will not be served Thursday, June 19 or Friday, July 4. #RepthatA
Jackie Trainer, a 6th grader at Alliance Middle School, recently took part in the 2025 Ohio Regional Braille Challenge where she took 1st place in her division! 🥇 Way to go, Jackie! We're so proud of you! ✈ #RepthatA
🎓 Jenna Heslop 🎓
Jenna will be attending Washington University in St. Louis to study political science!
During her time at AHS, she was involved in soccer, drumline, Jetsetters, Aviatrix, Choralaires, speech & debate, academic challenge, National Honor Society, FCA, #LikeAGirl, served as class president and she worked with Carnation City Players and Mount Union's Shakespeare at the Castle.
What she'll remember most:
"One thing I will remember about my time here at AHS is the relationships I have created with people I otherwise may have never met. Getting involved in various activities, especially the music department, has brought me some of my best friends and people I know who will stand by my side and be there to support me no matter what. These friendships have brought me so many memories I will never forget."
Congratulations, Jenna! ✈ #RepthatA #AHSClassof2025
🎓 Jacob Spurlock 🎓
Jacob is employed full time as a welder/fabricator at MAC Trailer following graduation!
During his time at AHS, he was involved in football, track, worked part-time at Dairy Queen and Ohio Gratings and took part in the welding career tech program.
A teacher who made a positive impact:
"Staff members that had a huge role in my development from a teenager into adulthood and into the workforce would be the welding instructors Mr. Peters and Mr. Fuson. They have had a major impact in my life in every possible positive way, from helping me get a car to get to and from work to working hard to get me into the program. But mainly working hard trying to land me my first welding job while in school. They have been such a major role in my life and hopefully one day I can be half the man they are."
Congratulations, Jacob! ✈ #RepthatA #AHSClassof2025
Adam Burse has committed to playing baseball and continuing his education at Thiel College! Help us wish him the best of luck.
Congratulations, Adam! ⚾✈ #RepthatA
🎓 Graduation is Sunday at 2 pm for our Amazing Aviators! ✈
The commencement ceremony will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person. It can be viewed here: https://tinyurl.com/33xm947a
A recording of the commencement ceremony can be purchased for $5 on DVD or digital download here: https://tinyurl.com/2zn2w3hn
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🎓 Louise Camar 🎓
Louise will attend Stark State College to study culinary arts!
One thing to remember:
Always remember you’re “Malayo na pero malayo pa”, this is a filipino quote which roughly translates to “Still a long way to go but have already gone a long way”.
Congratulations, Louise! ✈ #RepthatA #AHSClassof2025
The rain couldn't stop our littlest Aviators from enjoying field day yesterday! ☔ The activities moved indoors and the students had so much fun visiting all the stations throughout the day. 🍧 #RepthatA
Check out the info below for boys and girls youth soccer camps! ⚽✈
To sign up for the boys youth camp, click here: https://tinyurl.com/bdhsy3br
Registration for the girls soccer academy will take place the first day.
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📆 No school on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day! #RepthatA
🎓 Madalynn Redinger 🎓
Madalynn will be attending the University of Cincinnati to study nursing!
During her time at AHS, she was involved in National Honor Society, premedical professions career tech program and worked as a CNA in a nursing home.
Advice for the Class of 2026:
"One piece of advice I would give to the class of 2026 would be to be as involved as you can whether that be in school or out of it. Join clubs, go to sporting events, school events and anything you can. Your senior year flies by so much quicker than you’ll anticipate."
Congratulations, Madalynn! ✈ #RepthatA #AHSClassof2025
Janet Dawson's 2nd graders completed a biography project! Students chose a person, researched, wrote a report, completed a timeline, and gave a presentation about the famous person. This cross curricular project was a lot of hard work, but the students did great! 😎 #RepthatA
Join us in congratulating Avery Horning for committing to Spring Arbor University to play soccer and to continue her education! We can't wait to see all she accomplishes in the coming years! ⚽✈ #RepthatA
There's only 1 more week of school, Aviators! ✈ We're gonna miss these smiling faces 😄 #RepthatA
🎓 Graduation tickets are officially sold out. We're looking forward to celebrating the Class of 2025 on Sunday! #RepthatA
