📢 Calamity Day - Thursday, Jan. 29 📢

Please see the following message from Mr. Gress.

Stay safe, Aviators! #RepthatA
2 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Hello again Aviators, With weather and overall conditions continuing to pose safety concerns, Alliance City Schools will be closed again tomorrow, Jan. 29. The cold temperatures, along with sidewalks and bus stops that remain buried under snow, are the main factors in our decision to close for one more day. We are hopeful to return to school on Friday, but forecasts seem to be changing by the minute now, so it’s hard to predict at the moment. If we are able to return on Friday, we know that some conditions will still be challenging. If you are able, we encourage families to begin planning and preparing by ensuring your child has a safe path to bus stops and is dressed in weather-appropriate clothing to stay warm during their morning commute. We will let you know by tomorrow at 3 pm whether or not we will be in school on Friday. As always, if you have weather-related concerns about your child attending school, you may call them off by calling the main office of their school. Athletic updates Tonight’s (Jan. 28) middle school boys and girls basketball games have been cancelled Tonight's (Jan. 28) varsity girls basketball game at Marlington has been cancelled, the game will be made up on Monday, Feb. 9 Tomorrow's (Jan. 29) middle school and Varsity girls and boys wrestling dual with Minerva has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 12 Tomorrow's (Jan. 29) swim meet at Massillon is canceled with rescheduled date TBD Practices are only permitted for winter varsity sports and various pre-arranged music/arts/drama programs. Coaches/advisors will communicate with students and families. Again, thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these decisions. We have a lot of winter left, so keep your hats and gloves nearby! Rob Gress Superintendent of Schools
The Aviators are hosting the EBC Cheer Comp on Saturday! Stop out to support our Alliance Cheerleaders!

AHS Trad - 11:30 am
AMS Game Day - 12:50 pm
AHS Game Day - 1:40 pm

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3 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Aviator Cheer – Pep Cheer Competition 📍 Location: Alliance High School 📅 Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026 Pep Rally Schedule: AHS Traditional Pep Rally: 11:20 AM AMS Game Day Pep Rally: 12:50 PM AHS Game Day Pep Rally: 1:40 PM 🎉 Theme: Go Red! Go Blue! Aim High! This event features Alliance cheerleaders showcasing pep cheer routines in preparation for competition and celebrating school spirit across Alliance Middle School and Alliance High School.
📢 Calamity Day - Wednesday, Jan. 28 📢

Aviators, Please see the following message from Mr. Gress.

Stay safe! #RepthatA
3 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
On official school letterhead: Hello Aviators, What crazy weather we have been experiencing. Here in Alliance, it’s estimated that we received more than 14 inches of snow. Our city crews have done a great job working through everything for our city. However, sidewalks and bus stops are a major concern - many sidewalks and bus stops remain buried under a foot or more of snow. Almost every one of our bus stops have no place for our students to stand and only some residents have been able to get their sidewalks cleared. Additionally, with all the cars snowed in and the large piles of snow on the corners, it will be difficult, if not impossible, for our buses to make the tight turns they have to make to get to our students. The forecasted temperatures also present a concern to us. Generally, we close school when the wind chill reaches -15 degrees or lower in the morning. With these factors in mind, we will close again tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 27. We will make decisions for Thursday and Friday on a day-by-day basis. I can assure you that we do not make these decisions lightly and we always have what’s best for our Aviators in mind. We will do our best to make decisions in a timely manner to allow families adequate time to prepare if additional cancellations are necessary. Decisions regarding athletics and extracurricular activities will also be made and communicated on a day-by-day basis. Thanks for your patience and understanding and as always, stay safe, Aviators! Rob Gress Superintendent of Schools
📢 All athletic events have been canceled for today, Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Stay safe, Aviators! #RepthatA
4 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Athletic Events Canceled - Tuesday, Jan. 27
You heard it from Mr. Gress... It's going to be cold! 🥶

Due to the forecasted cold temperatures for tomorrow, along with snow and icy conditions still present on sidewalks and around bus stops, Alliance City Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 27.

Decisions regarding athletics and extracurricular activities will be made by 10 am tomorrow.

Please stay safe and warm, Aviators. #RepthatA
4 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Mr. Gress dressed as an aviator holding a sign that says "School cancelled... It's way too cold"
As much as Mr. Gress tried to control the weather, he couldn't stop the snow from coming down! ❄

Alliance City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26 due to the inclement weather.

All athletics and extracurricular actives have been cancelled for Monday, and all campuses will be closed.

Stay safe and warm, Aviators! ☕ #RepthatA
5 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
A funny picture of Mr. Gress that makes him look like he is trying to control the snow
It's hard to believe, but it's time to start planning for the 2026-2027 School Year, Aviators! Check out the calendar for next school year below! 📆 #RepthatA
8 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Copy of the school calendar with important dates marked in red and blue
The students at Alliance Middle School had a great time at the 2nd quarter activity day! They chose two activities they were interested in and spent some time playing games, participating in tournaments, and enjoying time with friends. 😊 #RepthatA
14 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Students playing a board game
students playing card games
students playing mario kart
Student filling out forms for a game
📢 No School for our Aviators 📢

Friday, Jan. 16 - Teacher Day
Monday, Jan. 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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17 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Alliance City Schools graphic on a red background with school supply icons. A hanging sign reads: “No School Friday, Jan. 16 & Monday, Jan. 19.”

✈ Perry Mann ✈
Position: 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher
School: Alliance Middle School
Graduation Year: 1997
Years at ACS: 9

Favorite Memory:
"There are so many great memories that come to mind when I think back to my time in Alliance, but they all revolve around acceptance. I think what was so amazing about Alliance and why I'm so excited to have the opportunity to teach here is that I always felt accepted and supported by everyone, even when I wasn't at my best."

Influential Staff Member:
"My influential staff members were:
Mr. Zelasko: His excitement in teaching history was infectious, and you may not have entered the class ready to learn, but he quickly caught your attention and drew you into the lesson.

Mr. Ballor: His breadth of knowledge, passion for learning, and willingness to meet you where you were to help move you forward still inspires me every day.

Ms. Ailes: When I talk about Ms. Ailes, it always comes back to joy. Whenever you were around her, she made you smile. No matter how disappointing your last Spanish grade was, she made you feel like success was still possible, and she believed in you."

Choosing to work for ACS:
"I chose to work for Alliance because I've always felt a strong connection with the community and wanted to have the opportunity to give back a small amount of what was provided to me."

Importance of giving back:
"As a historian, I passionately believe that we can only move forward by studying and honoring our past. My past is deeply rooted in this community and I feel that Alliance has a depth that is often overlooked. No matter the period or the situation the people of Alliance have never been afraid to dig deep and do what's right. Not for themselves but for those around them. We are a community that lifts up everyone present and I am proud to have the opportunity to return that favor and help support the same community that supported me for so many years."

Mr. Mann’s passion for history and his love for this community shine through in everything he does, and we are lucky to have him back helping the next generation of Aviators grow. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA

25 days ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Perry Mann
The 7th graders had the opportunity to attend a live performance of "A Christmas Carol" at the Players Guild after reading the story in class! Seeing the classic tale come to life on stage helped deepen their understanding of the characters, themes, and setting. It was a great way to connect classroom learning with a real-world experience and celebrate the season together. 🎭🎄 #RepthatA
about 1 month ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Students waiting for the play to begin
students in the crowd
students waiting for the play to begin
students in the crowd
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
about 1 month ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
An Alliance City Schools graphic titled “You Are Not Alone” shares mental health and crisis support resources available during the holiday break. It lists contact information for Alliance Police Department non-emergency and emergency lines, Crisis Text Line, Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (988), Coleman Crisis Services, Crisis Intervention youth services, and Children’s Protective Services. The graphic emphasizes that help is always available and encourages calling or texting for assistance.
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! 📸

🔗 https://forms.gle/svrvJLF3xNVdSRTA6

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about 1 month ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
winter break fun
We hope you had a chance to stop by AMS this week during the winter concerts to see the amazing artwork from our talented students! #RepthatA
about 2 months ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Student pointing at her artwork on display
Student standing next to her artwork at last year's Art Show
painting of flowers students did this year
students looking at artwork
Join us for AMS Winter Band & Orchestra Night on Dec. 10 from 7–9 pm at AMS! #RepthatA
about 2 months ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
AMS Winter Band & Orchestra Night
Celebrate the season with Alliance Middle School at their Winter Choir Night on Dec. 9 from 6–8 pm at AMS! #RepthatA
about 2 months ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
AMS Choir Night
✈ Lisa Buehman ✈
Position: LRC
School: Alliance Middle School
Graduation Year: 2004
Years at ACS: 4

Favorite Memory:
"I loved the musicals we did at AHS. They were always the best!"

Influential Staff Member:
"Ms. Sally Ailes was such a wonderful person and had a passion for the Spanish language and education in general. She made learning fun and challenging."

Choosing to work for ACS:
"I want the students to know that people in their community can be and are successful! That being raised in a low-income family doesn't determine your value or your chance to be successful."

Importance of giving back:
"It's important to me to invest in the community that was so important to my education and upbringing. I had so many wonderful teachers and I hope to be that same person for someone else."

Ms. Buehman's story is a reminder that every student deserves someone who believes in them, and she is proud to be that person for our Aviators. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
about 2 months ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Lisa Buehman
❄ Be prepared for the winter weather coming soon! ❄

Check out the link below to find out when a calamity day is called, how you will be notified and more.

🔗 https://www.alliancecityschools.org/page/calamity-day-information

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2 months ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Click the link to learn more about when & how ACS will call a calamity day!
✈ Beau Butcher ✈

“I'm thankful to be an AVIATOR because teachers know how to make even learning fun.” 🩵 #RepthatA
2 months ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Beau Butcher
Alliance Middle School held its annual Staff vs. Student Volleyball Game, and it was full of energy, excitement, and plenty of friendly competition! 🏐 Both teams played well, but this year the staff came out on top. Great job to everyone who participated and cheered them on! ✈ #RepthatA
2 months ago, Cheyanne Gonzales
Pic of volleyball game
Pic of volleyball game
Pic of volleyball game
Students who played