Rated Excellent with Distinction

• 1 of 3 schools rated Excellent with Distinction in Butler County
• 1 of 5 schools in Ohio to move from "Excellent" to "Excellent with Distinction"
• Graduation Rate of 99.2%
• All five schools in the district were rated Excellent or higher
• Marshall Elementary rated Excellent with Distinction

Saturday, February 04, 2012

School is not in session today.

Headlines

February 3, 2012

Last Basketball Game in Old THS

On Friday, February 17, 2012 Talawanda Boy’s Basketball team will host the Ross Rams, on their Senior Night, in the last HOME basketball game at the existing Talawanda High School.

Talawanda High School has been in existence since 1959, and has played many great girl’s and boy’s basketball games, and has seen great student athletes and coaches cross its court throughout the years.

On Friday, February 17th, we will close the doors to this gymnasium and say goodbye to all those great memories we have from a facility that has stood the test of time, and been a big part of so many great memories for coaches, athletes, and especially our community.

We are calling on all past coaches, players, game personnel, and our great fans to come to the gym on the 17th to help us send our team, and the gym, out on a great note.

Next season we open a whole new chapter in the history of our District as we move into a brand new high school, and as much as we are looking forward to this transition, it’s equally as important to recognize and remember all those that have made this gym so special!

So if you are a former coach, player, game personnel, or one of our long time loyal fans we WANT to see you on Friday, February 17th at 7:30pm as our boy’s take on the Ross Rams. We encourage you to wear your old spirit wear as you take a trip down memory land, and help us celebrate the end of this chapter.

February 3, 2012

THS Wrestler Back in Form After Injury

Read the article in the Hamilton Journal here.

February 2, 2012

FFA Team Competes in State Contests

The Talawanda Butler Tech FFA team recently placed ninth in the State Ag Communications contest held at OSU.  Team members from left to right included Cirsti Weber, Ben Glazier and Stephanie Radford.  Contestants presented a project proposal using all forms of media, completed an editing exercise and a written test and completed an individual project using social media, newswriting or graphic design.

The Talawanda Butler Tech FFA team recently placed first in the State Food Science Technology contest held at OSU.  Team members included left to rt: Thea Bartlett, Will Hesford, Matt Moran and Caroline Schulte.  Schulte was the first place individual in the state and Bartlett was the ninth individual in the contest.  The team will next represent Ohio in the national contest in October at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis.

January 31, 2012

Kindergarten Registration

The Talawanda School District will hold its kindergarten registration (by appointment only) for students living in the Talawanda School attendance. Any child whose fifth birthday is on or before September 30th is eligible to register for kindergarten for the 2012-2013 school year.

Please register your child at the school located within your attendance area. If you are unsure of which school attendance area you live in, please call Petermann Transportation @ (513)273-3150 for verification on which school your child will attend.

*An informational meeting regarding the Kindergarten Program of the Talawanda School District will be held on the following dates & times:

Bogan Elementary School Registration - April 23, 2012
*Informational Meeting - 4/17/12 7:00 PM

Marshall Elementary School Registration - April 25, 2012
*Informational Meeting - 4/19/12 7:00 PM

Kramer Elementary School Registration - April 24, 2012
*Informational Meeting - 4/18/12 7:00 PM

**Kindergarten registration packets will be available after March 1st for parents to pick up and schedule an appointment for screening.

Upon enrollment, parents must furnish their childís certified birth certificate, social security number, immunization records, certified-court stamped divorce decree with custody papers (if applicable), copy of parent(s) drivers license, social security number and proof of residency in the Talawanda School District. (**Children must have a physical prior to the first day of school. The physical form is included in the registration packet and must be completed by a physician.)

If you cannot attend on the registration date, please pick up an enrollment packet in the school office after March 1st, complete and and return it along with the required enrollment documents to the school office before June 8th.

January 31, 2012

$250 Educator Award

The Annual Teckman Award Time is Now!

Who should receive it?

Any outstanding Talawanda School District Educator (Teacher, Counselor, Librarian, Administrator) is eligible to receive this award; nominations may come from Colleagues, Students, Parents…

The Award will be presented at School opening in August 2012.

Send a letter telling how someone’s excellence has affected you to: Scholarship Committee, Oxford Community Foundation, catherine@oxfordfdn.org or 22 E High St., Oxford, Telephone: 523-0623. Letters must be postmarked by March 26, 2012, or e-mailed or hand delivered by March 26, 2012.

January 25, 2012

THS Student Wins 30 Day Fast Food Challenge

Michael Nichols was the winner of the 30 Day Fast Food Challenge and was presented a $100 gift card by Dr. Patrick Baker of Baker Chiropractic. Michael completed 30 days of being Fast Food Free and submitted an essay upon competition to Baker Chiropractic where his essay was chosen for the award.

January 17, 2012

Local News Story Includes 1972 THS Graduate

Read the story.

January 11, 2012

Facilities Presentation to Board of Education

View the slides from Director of Facilities Don Gabbard's January 2012 presentation to the Talawanda Board of Education.

Facilities Presentation

January 2, 2012

Talawanda to hire New Varsity Football Coach

Talawanda Athletic Director, Chris Weaver, announced that he has offered the Varsity Football Coaching position to J.D. Vonderheide pending board approval on January 9, 2012. Mr. Weaver stated “I am very excited about the enthusiasm that Mr. Vonderheide will bring to the Talawanda Football Program. J.D. is knowledgeable, organized, and I believe he will provide strong leadership for our students and our football team. He comes to us with great experience and has been mentored by several outstanding football coaches”

Mr. Vonderheide stated during his interview that his interests include “building a program…not just a Varsity Football Team”. He plans to start early by getting to know players, their parents, and community members. He also indicated that he is very excited about the opening of the new high school and the new athletic complex. He is excited that Talawanda will join the new Southwest Ohio Conference (SWOC) next season.

Mr. Vonderheide is best known as a quarterback for Miami University during the 1999-2003 seasons. Most recently he has served as the Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach for Harrison High School. Mr. Vonderheide lives nearby in Hamilton, Ohio but indicated that after his years spent at Miami University that Oxford feels like home to him.

December 21, 2011

Merry Christmas from Mrs. Haskins' and Ms. Hathaway's Classes

We're finished with all of our tests!

December 19, 2011

New High School Construction Photos

December 13, 2011

Class at the Court

Last evening the Board of Education thanked MU Women's Basketball coach, Maria Fantanarosa, for her contributions to Talawanda students through the event "Class at the Court."

December 9, 2011

Change of Date for THS Lunch with the Principal

Parents, unfortunately we must change the date for our “Lunch with the Principal”. We have rescheduled it for Monday, December 19 from noon to 1 pm. Bring a brown bag lunch, or feel free to purchase a lunch in our cafeteria. We will be meeting in the main office conference room. Itís a wonderful time to ask any questions you may have and for me to let you know about some of the great things that are happening here at THS.

December 1, 2011

Talawanda Breakfast Program is Available for All Kids Everyday

Breakfast Flyer

November 29, 2011

A Message from the Superintendent

Dear Talawanda Community Member:

As I reflect upon this Thanksgiving season, I am humbled and thankful to be serving as Superintendent of the Talawanda School District. As I visit classrooms and see the dedication of our teachers, our hard working students, and the support of the parents and community volunteers...I'm reminded of the results this collaborative partnership brings to the Talawanda Community. It is energizing to hear all of the tremendous stories that reap amazing results. I know that our children are being led by dedicated and talented servants of the public who desire to make a significant difference in every child's life.

Read more

November 22, 2011

Conservation Educator of the Year

Jeff Winslow, Talawanda School District Instructional Leader was named Conservation Educator of the Year by the Butler County Soil and Water Conservation District. Winslow was recognized for coordinating with the Soil and Water Conservation District, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Miami University, the Ohio EPA, Pheasants Forever and local conservation organizations to develop forest, prairie, agricultural and wetland conservation areas at the new Talawanda High School for student and community use.

Winslow is pictured with Lynn White, BCSWCD Education Specialist and Terry Stephens, BCSWCD Supervisor

November 21, 2011

New High School Aerial

This photo was taken early November.

November 18, 2011

Civil Service Examination Head Secretary

The Talawanda School District will hold an open competitive written examination to create an eligibility list for the position of Head Secretary on Thursday, December 15 at 4:15 p.m., Bogan Elementary School Auditeria, 5200 Hamilton Richmond Rd., Oxford, Ohio 45056. A computer skills test will be given to the top 10 scorers at a later date.

This position involves the ability to be responsible for performing all clerical duties necessary in the building to which they are assigned.

Application forms and a detailed job description are available at the Talawanda School District Board Office, 131 W. Chestnut Street, Oxford, OH 45056, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope marked, “Head Secretary”.

Completed application forms must be received by 4:00 p.m., Monday, December 5, 2011. (Attaching a resume to the application form is strongly encouraged.) Admission forms to the examination will be given only to those who file by the deadline.

Probationary period – 1 year

The Talawanda School District is an equal opportunity employer

Upon request to the superintendent, the district shall make reasonable accommodation for a disabled person to participate in this activity.

November 8, 2011

Civil Service Examination Postponed

The Assistant Secretary Civil Service Exam, orignially scheduled for November 8, has been postponed. A new date will be posted as soon as it becomes available.

November 7, 2011

Civil Service Examination Cafeteria Worker

The Talawanda School District will hold an open, competitive written examination to create an eligibility list for the position of Cafeteria Worker/Cook/Dishwasher, on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 3:30 p.m., Talawanda High School Auditeria, 101 W. Chestnut Street, Oxford, OH 45056.

Qualifications necessary for these positions include:
* High School Diploma, or equivalent.
* Experience in food preparation, including units of measurement.
* Drivers’ license.

This position involves the ability to perform those duties associated with the preparation, serving and cleanup of school meals, including significant lifting (up to 50 lbs), working with temperature extremes, some hazardous conditions and standing for extended periods of time (minimum of 3 hours). Entry level positions are usually part time.

Application forms and a detailed job description are available at the Talawanda School District Central Office, 131 W. Chestnut Street, Oxford, OH 45056, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., or by sending a stamped, self-addressed envelope marked, "Cafeteria Worker".

Completed application forms must be received by 3:00 p.m., Monday, November 21, 2011. Admission forms to the examination will be sent only to those who file by the deadline.

Probationary period – not less than 60 working days nor more than one year.

Upon request to the Superintendent, the District shall make reasonable accommodation for a disabled person to participate in this activity.

October 31, 2011

Students Plant Native Species at New THS

Thanks to Claire Winslow, Laura Harlan, Bart Taylor, Mr. Mattox and Mr. Winslow who planted 60+ native plants that were donated by Miami University Hamilton’s Conservatory. Dr. Munson, Conservatory Manager, planted the native seeds and donated seedlings of red chokeberry, Cornus Racemosa, palustris rose, butterfly weed, black-eyed susan, persimmon, maximillian sunflower, burr oak, sugar maple, and dogwood. The Talawanda Go Green club has been working to improve the natural areas at the new school by removing invasive species and planting native species.

October 27, 2011

Dr. Patrick Baker Discusses Nutrition and Wellness at THS

Click here to watch the video.

October 26, 2011

Kramer Principal Jason Merz Shares Free Educational iPhone and iPad Apps

Click here to watch the video.

October 25, 2011

2011 State Report Card Presentation

Click here to watch the video.

October 20, 2011

National Merit Recognition Ceremony

The National Merit Recognition ceremony was hosted prior to the October Board of Education meeting. Kevin Jewett, Spencer Wade, and Chris Curme were honored during the ceremony. Chris Curme achieved a perfect score of 36!

October 20, 2011

Board of Education Recognizes Youth Initiative Team

The Talawanda Board of Education recognizes members of the Youth Initiative Team (YIT) and the "Plant the Promise" campaign which signifies the students commitment to safe and drug/alcohol free activities and lifestyles! Elizabeth Ector and Ben Hines represented the YIT team.

October 20, 2011

Oxford Rotary Club Helps Out New Teachers

The Oxford Rotary Club President, Bryan Hehemann, recognizes Kelly Wilson and Casandra Mitchell with a gift of $100 each to purchase materials for their classroom. The Oxford Rotary Club supports new first year teachers in this way each school year!

October 20, 2011

FFA Places 4th in Eastern States Exposition

THS FFA Ag Business Management Team (Mr. Zimmerman, Will Hesford, Taylor Ruder, Samantha Darner, not in photo Amy Janos) placed 4th in the eastern region held at the Eastern States Exposition in Springfield, Mass.

October 19, 2011

Oxford Rotary Club Dictionary Program

The Oxford Rotary Club during the annual dictionary program for third graders in Talawanda Schools.

Photograph: Tim McGowan and Braden Wright

October 19, 2011

Nutrition Initiatives

Click here to watch the video.

October 18, 2011

New High School Construction Photos

October 18, 2011

Civil Service Examination Assistant Secretary

The Talawanda School District will hold an open competitive written examination to create an eligibility list for the position of Assistant Secretary on Tuesday, November 8 at 3:30 p.m., Talawanda High School Auditeria, 101 W. Chestnut St., Oxford, Ohio 45056. A computer skills test will be given to the top 10 scorers at a later date.

This position involves the ability to be responsible for performing all clerical duties necessary in the building to which they are assigned.

Application forms and a detailed job description are available at the Talawanda School District Board Office, 131 W. Chestnut Street, Oxford, OH 45056, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope marked, “Assistant Secretary”.

Completed application forms must be received by 4:00 p.m., Monday, October 31. (Attaching a resume to the application form is strongly encouraged.) Admission forms to the examination will be given only to those who file by the deadline.

Probationary period – 1 year
The Talawanda School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Upon request to the superintendent, the district shall make reasonable accommodation for a disabled person to participate in this activity.

October 12, 2011

THS Awarded Ohio Department of Natural Resources Grant

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) recently awarded a $500.00 Wild School grant to support Environmental Science projects at Talawanda High School. THS science teacher Mrs. Adriane Ruther was trained in Project Wild in 2003. Project Wild encourages teachers to use the outdoor area at any school as an educational tool. “The current school is so constrained. There is no place to explore nature. As soon as we saw the new THS site, we knew we had a beautiful resource for student exploration.” says Ruther. The new THS property encompasses 147 acres with wetlands, woods, prairie and cropland to be studied by students.

The funds will be used to purchase a GPS device that will allow students to explore and mark critical natural features and return to the same spot for future study. The funding will also purchase Honeysuckle Poppers™, a tool to battle invasive bush honeysuckle. Chris Grenner from Mr. Honeysuckle LTD in Hamilton matched the grant funds and provided additional equipment and training so that students could safely manage the natural areas of the new school.

Grenner invented the Honeysuckle Popper to more easily lift the bushes out of the ground without using pesticides. “Left unchecked, they will grow and reproduce right under your nose. They will shade out trees, grass, other bushes, and anything else you may want to grow. It is important that young people learn to manage this plant.” Says Grenner.

“This is another example of the creative things that Talawanda teachers do everyday.” Says Talawanda High School Principal Vicki Brunn. “It is awesome when teachers provide opportunities for our students to collaborate with members of the community to make a difference.”

October 7, 2011

Register Your Business with Talawanda's Facilities Department

Talawanda School District is always searching for Vendors or Businesses that would be interested in providing products and services that are essential in the operation of our school district.

Do you believe your business is in the position to provide such products or services that would be an asset to the district? Will your company have an overall positive impact on the everyday maintenance issues that are faced by school districts?

If so, please fill out the Vendor Information Form and fax back to the Talawanda Facilities Department.

Thank You
Don Gabbard
Director of Facilities
Talawanda School District

October 6, 2011

Talawanda Schools seeking Technology Bids for new high school

Talawanda Schools are seeking bids for 3 projects for the new high school. Please see link below for the 3 RFP. they are for Computer Setup in the new building, SmartBoard Installation and new Business Lab Computers. Interested parties should contact David McDaniel, Director of Technology with any questions @ 513-273-3456.

Talawanda Technology Page

Technology Bid Notice

September 29, 2011

2011 THS Homecoming Court

Row 1: Kayla Bosaw, Katherine Makaroff, Katie Clark, Melanie Hodges, Brittany Hassler
Row 2: Justin Glaab, Kyle Schlade, Sam Creech, Nick Rupel, Sawyer Johnson, Andrew Richardson, Marcus Holm

September 26, 2011

September Construction Photos

Skillman Construction Management Team continues to report to the Talawanda Board of Education that the new facility will be ready for teachers to move into the new High School facility on January 12th and students on January 17th.

September 23, 2011

October Quarterly Update from Superintendent Spivey

October Quarterly Update

September 23, 2011

Talawanda Athletics are on Twitter

Follow us for the latest information about your Talawanda Braves.

Follow @THS_Athletics

September 15, 2011

Author Gary Schmidt to Visit TMS and Oxford Community Arts Center

On Friday, September 23, author Gary Schmidt will spend the day at
Talawanda Middle School as a part of the 6th Annual Sandy Hormell Book
Celebration.  In addition to student assemblies, he will facilitate a
writing workshop for interested students.  Talawanda Middle School
students read Gary Schmidt’s book The Wednesday Wars over the summer
and will discuss it before his visit with members of the Miami
University Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education.

The two-time Newbery-Honor award winner will give a public
presentation at the Oxford Community Arts Center at 7:00 p.m. on
Thursday, September 22, followed by a reception, book sale, and book
signing at the Oxford Lane Library.

September 12, 2011

Talawanda Athletic Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

The Talawanda Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is proud to announce its selections for the 13th class of inductees! These honorees will be recognized on Thursday, October 13th in the annual Banquet and Induction Ceremony held in the Heritage Room of the Shriver Center on the campus of Miami University.

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September 6, 2011

Congratulations to THS Senior Chris Curme who Achieved a Perfect Score of 36 on the ACT!

September 2, 2011

Talawanda Schools Fiber Optics Project

Talawanda Schools is accepting bids for upgrading the district fiber optics and connection to the new high school. Any party interested in bidding on this project should contact Brian Scott with TechDyn.

Bids are to be turned in to the Board of Education Office on September 16 by 3:00 pm

Please see Bid Notice for specific information.

August 19, 2011

Local members of Rotary & Kiwanis volunteer to package school supplies for kids in the Talawanda Community

August 17, 2011

Honoring the Memory of 9/11

Talawanda School District will remember those who were lost (and their families) during the terrorist attack of 9/11. This year on the 10th anniversary of this tragic event in our nation's history we will share together in a moment of silence and we will lower our flag to half mast.

August 8, 2011

School Physicals and Immunizations Available

The Hamilton West location of Primary Health Solutions (a pediatric and
prenatal office) is setting aside two full days for new patients to
obtain school physicals and immunizations. The days are scheduled for
Thursday, August 11 and Saturday, August 20. Parents should bring their
children's insurance/Medicaid card and record of previous immunizations.

Please see this flyer for specific information.

August 8, 2011

New High School Construction Photos

August 1, 2011

THS Setting Stones Magazine earns honor

Setting Stone Magazine earns Silver Medal from Columbia Scholastic Press

Columbia University's Scholastic Press Association has awarded Talawanda High School's Setting Stone Magazine with a Silver Medal for their 2010-11 literary-art issue. This marks the fifth year in a row that Setting Stone has earned medals from the CSPA (http://cspa.columbia.edu), receiving two Gold medal ratings, a Bronze, and a Silver in past years.

Setting Stone Winter 2011

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