Teays Valley Local Schools -

We were honored to welcome Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen Dackin to Teays Valley High Schoolthis morning! The visit provided an exciting opportunity to showcase the innovative learning experiences happening across our district and the new programs launched this year that align with Governor Mike DeWine’s Office of Workforce Transformation goals. Director Dackin toured our electrical and engineering programs and heard directly from students involved in those pathways, as well as students in our Information Technology program. Their passion, creativity, and hands-on learning experiences highlight the incredible opportunities available to Teays Valley students as they prepare for college, careers, and the future workforce. Thank you, Director Dackin, for taking the time to visit Teays Valley and see our students and staff in action!

The Student Key Communicators group held their final meeting of the school year. This group was created after a suggestion from a parent during one of our Key Communicators meetings, and it has become a valuable way for us to connect directly with students and hear their perspectives. Throughout the year, these students shared thoughtful feedback, creative ideas, and helpful suggestions about their school experiences. We are incredibly grateful for their willingness to speak up, collaborate, and help us continue improving our schools. Ideas discussed this year are already being considered for implementation next school year, and we’re excited about the positive impact these student voices will continue to have across Teays Valley! #VikingPride

Congratulations to two outstanding Teays Valley High School students who have been selected to represent our district at Buckeye State programs this summer!
Marley Jones has been chosen to attend Buckeye Girls State, and Cohen Carpenter will attend Buckeye Boys State, prestigious programs that provide students with hands-on experience in government, leadership, and civic engagement.
These opportunities are highly competitive and recognize students for their leadership, character, and commitment to their school and community. We are excited to see Marley and Cohen grow as leaders and represent Teays Valley on a statewide level.

Congratulations to our Teays Valley High School HOSA students who competed in last week’s regional competition! Nine TVHS students have qualified to advance to the HOSA State Competition this April after strong performances across multiple healthcare-related events. HOSA (Future Health Professionals) helps students develop leadership skills and explore careers in the healthcare field. Good luck at the State competition, Vikes!

Last night we welcomed our Key Communicators group for an engaging and productive meeting. We appreciate the parents and community members who joined us to learn more about what’s happening in Teays Valley Schools and help keep our community informed. Thank you for being engaged advocates for our students and schools

The TVHS Year 1 Global Scholars visited the Byrd Climate and Polar Research Center at OSU. This trip helped students to understand the science of climatology and gave them an opportunity to hear from the Climatologist for the state of Ohio as well as other experts in the climate field. #vikingpride

Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools is offering a summer camp for students entering grades 6-8 next school year. For more information, go to https://drive.google.com/file/d/18N6gTrce356gvAQ8bgx9rUjsj_Hdbae1/view?usp=sharing

This morning, we welcomed parents of our 8th grade students for a guided tour of the TVHS campus. Families had the opportunity to learn about the many options available to students and to explore several of our Career Pathways classrooms and labs. We were excited to share many of the opportunities that their students will have the option to participate in next school year! All 8th grade families and students are encouraged to attend a meeting with TVHS guidance counselors this Thursday, February 5, at 6:30 p.m., in the TVHS auditorium.

We’re proud to announce that Teays Valley High School has been officially recognized as an Industry 4.0 Certification Center through the Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA)!
This prestigious credential highlights our commitment to preparing students for high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing, automation, robotics, and smart technologies. Through SACA certifications, students gain industry-recognized credentials and hands-on experience that connect classroom learning to real-world workforce needs.
Thank you to our dedicated staff, including Engineering teacher Mark Colburn, and partners who continue to expand opportunities for our Vikings and ensure they graduate future-ready.

The Walnut 2nd graders had an exciting day as ABC6 Meteorologist Sarah Converse stopped by to talk all about weather and what it’s like to work in broadcast meteorology! Students have been learning about this topic, so this visit was the perfect real-world connection to their classroom lessons. Sarah shared how she prepares forecasts and communicates important weather information to the community. A huge thank you to Sarah for inspiring our young learners and bringing science to life!

We had some special guests during the November Board of Education meeting… these Ashville Elementary School students joined us to share some of the great things they are learning in the new elementary STEM program. After a presentation by STEM teacher Jess Vonins about the program, these young Vikes demonstrated how they can program their robots. We loved seeing these lessons in action!

At the Board of Education meeting, we were proud to recognize three outstanding student athletes for their exceptional fall accomplishments. Deacon Kroeger was named OCC Golfer of the Year, Gavin Waters earned OCC Soccer Player of the Year, and Katy Zang captured the title in the OCC Buckeye Division race. Congratulations to these Vikings for their hard work, dedication, and well-deserved honors!

We had the privilege of celebrating two outstanding leaders at the Board of Education meeting - boys golf coach Brian Barnett and girls cross country coach Zach Frank, who guided their teams to OCC championships this fall. Congratulations, coaches!

Shoutout to our amazing Teays Valley High School Key Club! They volunteered at the Mid-Ohio Food Bank in Grove City, where they stocked shelves, packaged items, ran cash registers, and worked alongside both customers and employees.
We are so proud of these students for giving their time to serve others and make a positive impact in our community!

Today Teays Valley High School FFA leaders attended the Ohio Legislative Leadership Conference (OLLC) at the Ohio Statehouse! The morning began with a workshop where students learned about current issues and how to effectively advocate for agricultural education and FFA. Members then participated in a luncheon featuring Ohio FFA State Officers, senators, state representatives, and agricultural leaders who shared their insights and support for FFA. This experience helped our students strengthen their leadership and advocacy skills while representing Teays Valley FFA with pride!

Teays Valley High School senior Biomedical Science students took their learning outside the classroom today with a visit to OhioHealth Berger Hospital! They toured the emergency department and gained valuable insight to support a project they are working on about emergency care. A huge thank you to Pickaway WORKS WORKS for coordinating this experience and helping connect our students with real-world opportunities!

We were excited to welcome a group of South Bloomfield Elementary students and their popcorn shop to the September Board of Education meeting! They served up popcorn with a smile then shared details about their shop with everyone. These students learn valuable life skills through their participation and they provide joy and a snack to the staff.

Congratulations to the TVHS Boys Varsity Golf Team - OCC Buckeye Division Champions!
L to R: Deacon Kroeger, Noah Hilgenberg, Trent Hicks, Cory Barr, Will Griffith, Elliott Driesbach and Coach Brian Barnett.