Ada Exempted Village Schools is closed today, Wednesday, Oct. 21 due to fog.
Where Does Funding for Ohio Public Schools Come From? As we begin sharing more about school finances, let’s start with the basics: Where does the money come from?
Ohio public schools receive funding from several sources:
- State Funding: The State of Ohio provides funding to school districts through its school funding system.
- Local Funding: Property taxes are an important source of funding for public schools. Voters may also approve local levies to support district operations and specific needs.
- Federal Funding: School districts may receive federal dollars through programs and grants, often with specific rules about how those funds can be used.
- Other Revenue: Districts may also receive money from fees, investment earnings, grants, donations and other designated revenue.
These funding sources work together to support the many services and programs that help our students learn and grow. But knowing where the money comes from is just the beginning! How much does each source contribute, and how does that funding impact our schools?
We’ll continue sharing some school finance details to help our community better understand school finances and the resources that support Ada Bulldogs every day.
Ohio public schools receive funding from several sources:
- State Funding: The State of Ohio provides funding to school districts through its school funding system.
- Local Funding: Property taxes are an important source of funding for public schools. Voters may also approve local levies to support district operations and specific needs.
- Federal Funding: School districts may receive federal dollars through programs and grants, often with specific rules about how those funds can be used.
- Other Revenue: Districts may also receive money from fees, investment earnings, grants, donations and other designated revenue.
These funding sources work together to support the many services and programs that help our students learn and grow. But knowing where the money comes from is just the beginning! How much does each source contribute, and how does that funding impact our schools?
We’ll continue sharing some school finance details to help our community better understand school finances and the resources that support Ada Bulldogs every day.
Ada Exempted Village Schools will be on a 2-hour delay today, Wednesday, October 21 due to fog.
Popsicles in the Park! To celebrate the end of the first quarter, Ada Elementary students enjoyed some fun in the sun with Popsicles in the Park! Grades K-5 had the opportunity to spend an hour outside their normal school day enjoying a well-deserved break with friends.
With the first quarter wrapping up this Friday, October 23, we’re proud of our Bulldogs for their hard work and positive choices. Way to go, Ada Elementary!
With the first quarter wrapping up this Friday, October 23, we’re proud of our Bulldogs for their hard work and positive choices. Way to go, Ada Elementary!
This week, students put their chemistry knowledge to the test with the classic Diet Coke and Mentos Challenge in Mr. Dunn's class! Students identified and adjusted different variables, documented their results, and explored the science behind the reaction.
It was educational, fun, and a little bit sticky!
It was educational, fun, and a little bit sticky!
Creativity across grade levels! Ada High School Ceramics students teamed up with our 2nd graders to help make sugar skulls in celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
We love seeing our Bulldogs share their talents, learn from one another, and explore through art!
We love seeing our Bulldogs share their talents, learn from one another, and explore through art!
Bulldog Athletics for the week ahead!
Volunteers Needed for Music Feast 2026!
The 49th Annual Music Feast Show Choir Invitational is coming up Saturday, November 14, and we need our Music Family and community to help make it a success!
It takes more than 100 volunteers to bring this amazing event to life, and we’d love your help with Friday setup (November 13) or event day (November 14)! Check out all the details on our website! https://www.adabulldogs.org/article/3193944
The 49th Annual Music Feast Show Choir Invitational is coming up Saturday, November 14, and we need our Music Family and community to help make it a success!
It takes more than 100 volunteers to bring this amazing event to life, and we’d love your help with Friday setup (November 13) or event day (November 14)! Check out all the details on our website! https://www.adabulldogs.org/article/3193944
Attention Readers! Ohio Northern University’s Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity is hosting a Campus-Wide Book Fair on Wednesday, October 21, from 5–8 p.m.!
This event is open to all members of the Ada community. Stop by, explore some great reads, and support this campus event! The event will be hosted in the McIntosh Center BearCave.
This event is open to all members of the Ada community. Stop by, explore some great reads, and support this campus event! The event will be hosted in the McIntosh Center BearCave.
Today, our Ada High School seniors spent the day giving back to the community!
From helping with local projects to lending a hand around town, our students showed what it means to be a Bulldog — dedicated, kind, and community-minded.
We’re so proud of their hard work and the positive impact they made during this special day of service.
From helping with local projects to lending a hand around town, our students showed what it means to be a Bulldog — dedicated, kind, and community-minded.
We’re so proud of their hard work and the positive impact they made during this special day of service.
A big THANK YOU to Ohio Power Company for sponsoring our Varsity Football Feed the Team! Your generosity helps fuel our Bulldogs and makes a difference for our student-athletes.
We are so grateful for our community and the sponsors who continue to show up, give back, and support our students. It takes a team on and off the field, and we’re proud to have you on ours!
Thank you for supporting Bulldog Pride!
We are so grateful for our community and the sponsors who continue to show up, give back, and support our students. It takes a team on and off the field, and we’re proud to have you on ours!
Thank you for supporting Bulldog Pride!
Ada Schools Veterans Day Breakfast & Honor Ceremony - This Veterans Day, Ada Schools is bringing students and area veterans together for a special morning of breakfast, fellowship and a student-led Honor Ceremony.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
8:15–11 a.m.
Ada Schools Cafeteria & HS Gym
All area veterans are invited to join us! Students in grades K–12 are encouraged to invite a veteran—family member, friend or community member—to attend. The morning will include breakfast, patriotic music, a guest veteran speaker and student-led recognition of those who have served and those currently serving our country. 🇺🇸
Registration is required by October 21. Visit the Ada Bulldogs website for more details and to complete registration.
We look forward to welcoming our area veterans and giving our students the opportunity to learn from and honor those who have served our country.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
8:15–11 a.m.
Ada Schools Cafeteria & HS Gym
All area veterans are invited to join us! Students in grades K–12 are encouraged to invite a veteran—family member, friend or community member—to attend. The morning will include breakfast, patriotic music, a guest veteran speaker and student-led recognition of those who have served and those currently serving our country. 🇺🇸
Registration is required by October 21. Visit the Ada Bulldogs website for more details and to complete registration.
We look forward to welcoming our area veterans and giving our students the opportunity to learn from and honor those who have served our country.
Ada sophomores attended Maker Fest last week! Students had the opportunity to explore hands-on activities, discover new ideas, and learn from interactive exhibits.
Maker Fest welcomes students from Allen County and the surrounding region, bringing learning to life through engaging, hands-on experiences.
Thank you to all the vendors and sponsors who made this event possible and helped inspire the next generation of creators, innovators, and problem-solvers!
Maker Fest welcomes students from Allen County and the surrounding region, bringing learning to life through engaging, hands-on experiences.
Thank you to all the vendors and sponsors who made this event possible and helped inspire the next generation of creators, innovators, and problem-solvers!
PINK OUT GAME — THIS THURSDAY at Varsity Boys Soccer!
Join us Thursday, October 15, at 7 p.m. as the Ada Bulldogs take on Lincolnview at Ada War Memorial Stadium!
Wear pink, cheer on the Bulldogs, and support Not by Choice! Enjoy a bake sale, pink soccer ball raffle, 50/50 raffle, and halftime P.K. Kick Challenge. All money donated through our Pink Out activities will go directly to Not by Choice.
Let’s fill the sidelines with pink and show what makes our Bulldog community so special!
Join us Thursday, October 15, at 7 p.m. as the Ada Bulldogs take on Lincolnview at Ada War Memorial Stadium!
Wear pink, cheer on the Bulldogs, and support Not by Choice! Enjoy a bake sale, pink soccer ball raffle, 50/50 raffle, and halftime P.K. Kick Challenge. All money donated through our Pink Out activities will go directly to Not by Choice.
Let’s fill the sidelines with pink and show what makes our Bulldog community so special!
Do you know what the School Treasurer's Office does? If the answer is no, you’re not alone! And that’s exactly why we’re starting the conversation.
The Treasurer’s Office plays an important role in the day-to-day operations of Ada Schools, from managing district budgets and financial forecasting to supporting our staff, administration and Board of Education. We want our families and community members to have a better understanding of how our district’s finances work and easy access to important financial information and resources.
That’s why we’ve created a new webpage dedicated to the Treasurer’s Office! The page provides an overview of the office’s responsibilities and serves as a starting point for finding financial information about Ada Schools.
Stay tuned as we share more!
The Treasurer’s Office plays an important role in the day-to-day operations of Ada Schools, from managing district budgets and financial forecasting to supporting our staff, administration and Board of Education. We want our families and community members to have a better understanding of how our district’s finances work and easy access to important financial information and resources.
That’s why we’ve created a new webpage dedicated to the Treasurer’s Office! The page provides an overview of the office’s responsibilities and serves as a starting point for finding financial information about Ada Schools.
Stay tuned as we share more!
Bulldog Connect is BACK! Our 6th graders are back at Vancrest each Thursday after school, building connections and friendships with residents!
This past week, students enjoyed painting fall pictures with leaves and sharing meaningful conversations. These special visits bring generations together and create opportunities for learning, laughter, and friendship.
This past week, students enjoyed painting fall pictures with leaves and sharing meaningful conversations. These special visits bring generations together and create opportunities for learning, laughter, and friendship.
Tonight's Game Day graphics! Come out and support our Bulldogs!
Building Strength Through Student Leadership!
Ada Middle & High School’s Sources of Strength student leaders recently came together for a brainstorming session to create campaigns that connect with and support their peers.
Sources of Strength is a powerful program focused on suicide prevention and mental health awareness. Through peer leadership, students use their voices and actions to promote hope, resilience, positive connections, and a culture of support throughout our school.
We’re so proud of these Bulldogs for stepping up, supporting one another, and making a difference in our school community!
Ada Middle & High School’s Sources of Strength student leaders recently came together for a brainstorming session to create campaigns that connect with and support their peers.
Sources of Strength is a powerful program focused on suicide prevention and mental health awareness. Through peer leadership, students use their voices and actions to promote hope, resilience, positive connections, and a culture of support throughout our school.
We’re so proud of these Bulldogs for stepping up, supporting one another, and making a difference in our school community!
Ada Schools will be on a 2-hour delay today, Monday, October 12 due to late fog.
The week ahead in Bulldog Athletics! Let's go Dogs!
