Talawanda High School Blog

Blog Entries - 2021

THS Enews 5/21/21

Posted on: May 21, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - May 21st, 2021   Important Information and Reminders:   EXAM SCHEDULE Buses will run each morning on the normal schedule and Tues-Thurs afternoon at 2:00pm.  Students with a ride can be dismissed after their

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Rebekah Butz to serve as NEW THS Assistant Principal

Posted on: May 18, 2021

Talawanda School District is excited to announce the appointment of Ms. Rebekah Butz as the new assistant principal for Talawanda High School. Ms. Butz comes to the district with a variety of experiences that make her the perfect candidate for this

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BOE Meeting May 17, 2021

Posted on: May 14, 2021

Regular Meeting Monday, May 17, 2021 TALAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTBOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSIONTalawanda High School****************************************************6:00 p.m. Executive Session7:00 p.m. Public SessionBOE Meetings will be

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THS Enews 5/14/21

Posted on: May 14, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - May 14th, 2021   Important Information and Reminders:   Interested in joining the Oxford Swim and Dive Team? More info here! Click here to see a video message from our new football coach, Jay Volker!

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THS Summa Cum Laude 2021

Posted on: May 12, 2021

THS celebrated with students and parents this evening during the 2021 Summa Cum Laude Recognition Program.  Families enjoyed listening to special moments about their seniors, while sitting in their family groups, and enjoying special treats for this special occasion.

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TSD Appreciation Event

Posted on: May 10, 2021

Thank you to the Oxford Rotary & Kiwanis Clubs for partnering with the district to recognize Talawanda staffers for their hard work and commitment to students during the pandemic.  The City of Oxford City Council has also recognized Talawanda Staff

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THS Enews 5/7/21

Posted on: May 7, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - May 7th, 2021   Important Information and Reminders:   Updated food distribution info can be found here. Seniors - At this point in time all transcript requests will be held until the end of the year

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THS Enews 4/30/21

Posted on: April 30, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - April 23rd, 2021   Important Information and Reminders:   Check out our Graduation Newsletter for all you need to know about graduation. Please remember that seniors must pay ALL their fees before graduation

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THS EXAM UPDATE 4/23/21

Posted on: April 23, 2021

Attention THS Students & Parents:   THS Seniors- Last Day is May 17.   We want to remind everyone that THS EXAM WEEK is Monday May 24- Thursday May 27.  Please note that WEDNESDAY IS AN EXAM DAY!  Students MUST attend

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THS Enews 4/23/21

Posted on: April 23, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - April 23rd, 2021   Important Information and Reminders:   Check out our Graduation Newsletter for all you need to know about graduation. Please remember that seniors must pay ALL their fees before graduation

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Congrats to THS Destination Imagination!!!

Posted on: April 21, 2021

The THS Destination Imagination Team has placed first at the Ohio State Tournament and has been invited to participate in the Global Competition.    Destination Imagination is a project based challenge that focuses on STEAM: Science,

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BOE Meeting-4/19/21

Posted on: April 17, 2021

Regular Meeting Monday, April 19, 2021 TALAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTBOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSIONTalawanda High School****************************************************6:00 p.m. Executive Session7:00 p.m. Public SessionBOE Meetings will be

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THS Enews 4/16/21

Posted on: April 16, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - April 16th, 2021   Important Information and Reminders:   THS will be hosting an Open House for all incoming 9th graders, current remote students, and new students on Thursday the 29th from 5-7

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2021 THS Summer School Information

Posted on: April 14, 2021

2021 THS Summer School Information

INFORMATIONAL FLYER

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THS Enews 4/9/21

Posted on: April 9, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - April 9th, 2021   Important Information and Reminders:   Prom Press Release: The 2021 Talawanda High School Prom will be held on May 1, 2021 from 7:00-11:00 pm and will be located between the field house and

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NHS Information for Graduation

Posted on: April 7, 2021

NHS Seniors: NHS graduation stoles may be ordered from Ms. Alfonsi in room 315 at THS by April 15.  The cost is $19.oo each, and the graduate keeps the stole.  This year, we will wear white stoles to contrast with the blue graduation gowns

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THS Enews 4/1/2021

Posted on: April 2, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - April 1st, 2021   GREAT NEWS…….We are planning Prom ‘21 and Graduation ‘21 as we speak! The really great part about this planning is that we are planning real, live, in-person events.  We

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THS's Setting Stone Magazine Earns High Honors

Posted on: March 19, 2021

Congratulations to THS's Setting Stone Magazine for the recent recognition they have received for their fine work! Setting Stone earned a Gold Medal award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for their 2019-2020 magazine.   Setting

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THS Enews 3/19/21

Posted on: March 19, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - March 19, 2020   GREAT NEWS…….We are planning Prom ‘21 and Graduation ‘21 as we speak! The really great part about this planning is that we are planning real, live, in-person events.  We do

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THS Mock Trial- State Qualifier

Posted on: March 16, 2021

Congratulations to the 2021 THS Mock Trial Team, that qualified for the state competition.  They are among the TOP 8% in high school Mock Trial Teams in the state of Ohio.   Student Recognitions: Rita Barclay-Hart, Outstanding Attorney

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THS Freshmen Fundraiser

Posted on: March 15, 2021

Hello Talawanda Families!    The Class of 2024 is raising money to start their class fund and to help pay for next year's homecoming with a shirt sale! Show your support and school spirit at the same time with soft, high quality shirts! Adult and

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THS Honors English II Students Present to the Oxford Rotary Club

Posted on: March 12, 2021

THS Students Present Essays to the Oxford Rotary Club Sophomore students Lilly Byers, Annmery Katto, and Brooklyn Moore presented at the March 3rd Rotary Club meeting. Each student is an English II Honors student and shared a piece connected to their

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THS Enews 3/12/21

Posted on: March 12, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - March 5, 2020   Important Information and Reminders: Remember- No school on Monday for a teacher workday and Spring Break is March 22nd to 26th.   Because there is no school on Monday the 15th food

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THS & TMS - 4th Quarter In-Person School

Posted on: March 11, 2021

THS & TMS Families:   Talawanda High School & Talawanda Middle School will be accepting requests from students and parents to allow a student to return to IN-PERSON SCHOOL for the last quarter of the school year.  Please contact your

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THS Enews 3/5/21

Posted on: March 5, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - March 5, 2020   Dear Parents, please be aware of this growing problem of Child Identity Theft. The following information is from Ohio’s Attorney General Dave Yost:   This week is National Consumer Protection

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Information Update-Ohio Attorney General

Posted on: March 2, 2021

March 2, 2021  Re: Child Identity Theft This week is National Consumer Protection Week (“NCPW”). Many times, NCPW focuses on those engaged in consumer transactions, which don’t ordinarily include kids. However, this year we are making

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THS Enews 2/26/21

Posted on: February 26, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - February 25, 2020   Important Information and Reminders: Mask Up Talawanda!!! Remember, our ability to stay in school depends on everyone wearing their masks correctly! Over the nose and under the chin keeps everyone

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Ohio Ag Educator Honoree-Mrs. Roberts

Posted on: February 24, 2021

Congratulations to THS/Butler Tech Teacher, Kari Roberts, who was recognized as an Ohio Ag Educator Honoree!

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THS Enews 2/19/21

Posted on: February 19, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - February 19, 2020   Important Information and Reminders:   Staff Vaccination Update- The next staff vaccination is scheduled for Thursday, February 25th, and that will be an asynchronous school day.  In

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Calamity Day 6 & Beyond-Remote Learning Graphic

Posted on: February 18, 2021

This graphic may serve as a helpful visual for the Calamity Day 6 & Beyond Remote Learning Scenarios.

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REMINDER- Regarding Day 6 Learning

Posted on: February 16, 2021

TSD Parents & Students:   The state of Ohio provides for 5 calamity days for public schools.  These are days that can be used for unforeseen events, like severe weather, etc.  These days do not have to be made up at the end of the school

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REMINDER- Regarding Day 6 Learning

Posted on: February 16, 2021

TSD Parents & Students:   The state of Ohio provides for 5 calamity days for public schools.  These are days that can be used for unforeseen events, like severe weather, etc.  These days do not have to be made up at the end of the school

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Congratulations to Dr. Roberts- OSBA Recognition Award

Posted on: February 12, 2021

Congratulations to Dr. Roberts for being recognized as a 2021 OSBA Training Award winner. The Training Award is a distinct award and is part of our new STAR Awards Program—Service, Training, Aptitude and Recognition. This is the first year OSBA

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THS Enews 2/12/21

Posted on: February 12, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - February 12, 2020   Important Information and Reminders:   Staff Vaccination Update- The next staff vaccination is scheduled for Thursday, February 25th, and that will be an asynchronous school day.  In

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Staff Vaccination Update

Posted on: February 11, 2021

The next staff vaccination is scheduled for Thursday February 25th, and that will be an asynchronous school day.  In addition, Friday February 26th will also be an asynchronous school day.  The health data indicates that a significant number of

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Coach Cox Resigns from THS Football

Posted on: February 10, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - February 10, 2021  THS Football Coach, Larry Cox, Resigns for a NEW Position   Larry Cox, THS Head Football Coach, officially resigned today to move to a new position in a different school district.  Under Coach

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Medical Internship at MHMH- UPDATE

Posted on: February 10, 2021

The Medical Internship at MHMH hosted a ZOOM meeting today.  See the slides below, and the flyer and application.  This program is sponsored by the Oxford Rotary Club. Thank you. Information Flyer & Application Program Information

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MLK Virtual Art Exhibit Link

Posted on: February 10, 2021

Thank you to the Oxford NAACP Chapter for the opportunity for TSD students and teachers to participate with submissions for the local MLK Event.

MLK Virtual Art Exhibit Slideshow

 

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TSD BOE Meeting- 2/8/21

Posted on: February 5, 2021

The Talawanda Board of Education will host their regular monthly business meeting on Monday 2/8/2021 at 7pm.   Please use the Zoom Webinar link if you are tuning in from home, AND wish to make a comment during public participation.  Thank you

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THS Enews 2/5/21

Posted on: February 5, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - February 5, 2020   Important Information and Reminders:   REMINDER to TSD Parents: Low Temperatures and snow are predicted for the weekend and next week.  Student safety is very important, and we want to

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Reminder- Low Temps & Winter Weather

Posted on: February 3, 2021

REMINDER to TSD Parents: Low Temperatures and snow are predicted for the weekend and next week.  Student safety is very important, and we want to remind parents to check the weather, and to make sure students are dressed warm.  During very low

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TSD Food Program- FOR 2/2/21

Posted on: February 1, 2021

The TSD food distribution that would have taken place today (Feb 1) at Bogan, Kramer and Marshall from 2:15-2:45 p.m. will now take place tomorrow, Tuesday, February 2nd.

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K-8 Virtual Foreign Language Website

Posted on: February 1, 2021

Foreign Language- Virtual Program- WEBSITE To access the Talawanda After School Foreign Language Program website and ZOOM links, students will need to log in on their device using their Talawanda email accounts. The emails

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THS Enews 1/29/21

Posted on: January 29, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - January 29, 2020   Important Information and Reminders:   All Talawanda Schools will be closed Thursday, February 4th, and Thursday, February 25th so staff can receive their first and second dose of Covid-19

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TSD- Second Dose-Staff Vaccinations

Posted on: January 27, 2021

The Butler County ESC has just informed TSD that our staff will receive their second dose of the Covid-19 vaccine on Thursday February 25, 2021.  Talawanda will NOT host in person school on that day.

Thank you.

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TSD Staff Vaccination Date- 2/4/2021

Posted on: January 26, 2021

The Talawanda School District staff will receive the first COVID-19 vaccination on Thursday, February 4, 2021.  The vaccinations will be offered to our staff between 8 AM and 4 PM.  All of the Butler County Schools will be vaccinated at the same

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THS Enews 1/22/21

Posted on: January 22, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - January 22, 2020   Important Information and Reminders:   School fees can be paid by cash, check or online with a credit card at: https://www.spsezpay.com/Talawanda/login.aspx Please remember that seniors must

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Summer 2021 Internship at MHMH

Posted on: January 19, 2021

The Oxford Rotary Club and MHMH are sponsoring an internship program for current 11th & 12th grade students at THS.  Students interested in a future career in health care should review the flyer and application details below. Students can also

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THS Enews 1/15/21

Posted on: January 15, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - January 15, 2020   Important Information and Reminders:   Because of MLK day food distribution will happen on the 19th next week and then return to Mondays after that. TMS and THS students who will not be face to

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TSD BOE Work Session 1/14/21

Posted on: January 13, 2021

Work Session Thursday, January 14, 2021 TALAWANDA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICTBOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSIONTalawanda High School****************************************************5:30 p.m. Public SessionBOE Meetings will be

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TSD Food Program Update

Posted on: January 12, 2021

TSD Food Program Information---see flyer for details.

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TSD Tax Budget Hearing

Posted on: January 9, 2021

Notice is hereby given that the Talawanda City School District Board of Education will hold its annual tax budget hearing on Monday January 18, 2021 at 12 p.m. - Location to be determined.   Copies of the proposed tax budget can be picked up at 131

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TSD Bid Notice

Posted on: January 8, 2021

Bid Notice Posted on: December 14, 2020     NOTICE TO BIDDERS   Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received:   By: Talawanda School District 131 West Chestnut Street, Oxford, OH 

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THS Enews 1/8/21

Posted on: January 8, 2021

Talawanda High School E-News - January 8, 2020 Talawanda School District Health Coordinating Council   We are excited to introduce a wonderful resource to our families!  Beginning next week, we will share one section of this Parent Guide each

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Compassion & Caring to Reduce Covid Stigma

Posted on: January 4, 2021

Compassion & Care to Reduce Stigma for Covid-19

 

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