Kindergarteners are making their mark in Ms. Swaney’s room!
Students had so much fun reading The Dot and talking about how everyone is unique, creative, and capable of making their own mark. After reading, students got creative and made their very own dot artwork using watercolors!
They also brought some candy dots into their math lesson! Students sorted and graphed the dots by color on the class chart while practicing counting, comparing, and talking about the data.
What a fun day of reading, creating, and learning!
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Picture Day is coming up at Ada Schools!
It’s time to smile, Bulldogs! Be sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming school picture days:
🏫 Middle & High School: Monday, September 28 https://orders.langephotographics.com/ordering/with?key=8CJYFJX5
🏫 Elementary School: Wednesday, September 30 https://orders.langephotographics.com/ordering/with?key=3HZ8SPV8
We can’t wait to capture those smiles and memories from the 2026–27 school year! Save the dates and get ready to say CHEESE!
It’s time to smile, Bulldogs! Be sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming school picture days:
🏫 Middle & High School: Monday, September 28 https://orders.langephotographics.com/ordering/with?key=8CJYFJX5
🏫 Elementary School: Wednesday, September 30 https://orders.langephotographics.com/ordering/with?key=3HZ8SPV8
We can’t wait to capture those smiles and memories from the 2026–27 school year! Save the dates and get ready to say CHEESE!
Congratulations to our August Middle School Students of the Month! These students were nominated by their teachers for consistently showing hard work, kindness, and Bulldog pride over the past month. Thank you for setting such a positive example for our school community!
Sixth Grade: Colter Christy and Avah Hollon
Seventh Grade: Cash Bryan and Ashlin Ritchie
Eighth Grade: Isaac Roniger and Mollie Dewese
Sixth Grade: Colter Christy and Avah Hollon
Seventh Grade: Cash Bryan and Ashlin Ritchie
Eighth Grade: Isaac Roniger and Mollie Dewese
Congratulations to our K-3 Summer Reading Program participants! These dedicated Bulldogs spent part of their summer vacation building their reading and writing skills, by writing 2-4 sentence journal entries 20+ times! That’s some serious summer commitment!
We are incredibly proud of these students for choosing to keep learning, growing and challenging themselves all summer long! This week, Mrs. Allison celebrated each student’s hard work with a well-deserved prize!
This program wouldn’t have been possible without the support of some amazing community partners. A BIG THANK YOU to:
📚 The Hardin County Community Foundation for funding the project
👕 Matt & Michele Giddens for promoting their love of literacy and donating all of the T-shirts
🐾 Jeremy Sleesman for creating the Bulldog tags for the cuddly stuffed gifts
What a great reminder that reading, writing, community support and Bulldog Pride make a powerful team! Way to go, Bulldogs!
We are incredibly proud of these students for choosing to keep learning, growing and challenging themselves all summer long! This week, Mrs. Allison celebrated each student’s hard work with a well-deserved prize!
This program wouldn’t have been possible without the support of some amazing community partners. A BIG THANK YOU to:
📚 The Hardin County Community Foundation for funding the project
👕 Matt & Michele Giddens for promoting their love of literacy and donating all of the T-shirts
🐾 Jeremy Sleesman for creating the Bulldog tags for the cuddly stuffed gifts
What a great reminder that reading, writing, community support and Bulldog Pride make a powerful team! Way to go, Bulldogs!
A big thank you to the Lewis Family McDonald’s for partnering with Ada Schools and our local community through their Digital Fundraisers!
Thanks to their support and the generosity of our amazing Ada community, Ada Schools has received $655.98 through these fundraisers! We are so grateful for community partners who continue to support our students and schools. Thank you again to the Lewis Family McDonald’s and everyone who participated!
Thanks to their support and the generosity of our amazing Ada community, Ada Schools has received $655.98 through these fundraisers! We are so grateful for community partners who continue to support our students and schools. Thank you again to the Lewis Family McDonald’s and everyone who participated!
We are proud to celebrate Mrs. Angie Hall on being named the 2026 OMLA Regional Administrative Assistant of the Year for Northwest Ohio!
For more than 27 years, Mrs. Hall has brought dedication, professionalism, and a willingness to always go above and beyond to Ada Schools. Her impact on our students, staff, families, and community is truly appreciated.
Mrs. Hall will be formally presented with her award at the OMLA Fall Conference in November.
Congratulations, Mrs. Hall! We are so grateful you are a Bulldog!
For more than 27 years, Mrs. Hall has brought dedication, professionalism, and a willingness to always go above and beyond to Ada Schools. Her impact on our students, staff, families, and community is truly appreciated.
Mrs. Hall will be formally presented with her award at the OMLA Fall Conference in November.
Congratulations, Mrs. Hall! We are so grateful you are a Bulldog!
Happy National IT Professionals Day! Today, we’re giving a big shoutout to Mr. Nathan Freed, our Ada Schools Technology Coordinator!
From keeping our technology running behind the scenes to troubleshooting the unexpected, Mr. Freed plays an important role in helping our students and staff stay connected, supported, and ready to learn each day. Thank you!
From keeping our technology running behind the scenes to troubleshooting the unexpected, Mr. Freed plays an important role in helping our students and staff stay connected, supported, and ready to learn each day. Thank you!
Mrs. Winkeljohn hosted the first Choice Day in 3rd-grade art, giving students the opportunity to take the lead and decide what kind of art they wanted to create.
Choice Days give students the freedom to explore their own interests, try new ideas, and let their creativity take the lead. And as you can see, our young artists didn’t disappoint!
We love seeing our Bulldogs turn their unique ideas into something all their own! Keep creating, 3rd graders!
Choice Days give students the freedom to explore their own interests, try new ideas, and let their creativity take the lead. And as you can see, our young artists didn’t disappoint!
We love seeing our Bulldogs turn their unique ideas into something all their own! Keep creating, 3rd graders!
Our kindergarten students received a special visit this week from Ada Schools Social Worker, Mrs. Badertscher, and Dolly, our school therapy dog!
Students learned the proper way to approach and interact with Dolly—and, of course, they got to hear about some of Dolly’s favorite things!
Our students asked some thoughtful questions and were excited to get some cuddle time with Dolly. Welcome to Ada Schools, kindergarteners! We’re glad you’re here!
Students learned the proper way to approach and interact with Dolly—and, of course, they got to hear about some of Dolly’s favorite things!
Our students asked some thoughtful questions and were excited to get some cuddle time with Dolly. Welcome to Ada Schools, kindergarteners! We’re glad you’re here!
Bulldog Athletes have a full schedule this week! Let's get out to cheer them on!
Ada Exempted Village Schools is working with the Midwest Ohio ESC in seeking a compassionate, dependable, and student-focused Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Student Support Specialist to provide individualized educational, personal, and medical support to students with healthcare and/or academic needs.
This position combines the responsibilities of school-based support staff with those of a licensed practical nurse. The LPN will work closely with students’ educational team, school administration, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers to support the student's health, safety, access to education, and participation in the school environment.
Interested applicants should submit an application to the Midwest ECS at, https://www.mresc.org/employment-application/
This position combines the responsibilities of school-based support staff with those of a licensed practical nurse. The LPN will work closely with students’ educational team, school administration, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers to support the student's health, safety, access to education, and participation in the school environment.
Interested applicants should submit an application to the Midwest ECS at, https://www.mresc.org/employment-application/
Today we pause to remember and honor the lives lost, the heroes, and the strength of our nation on September 11, 2001.
Thursday's Game Day line up! Let's cheer on the Bulldogs!
Students in Mrs. Salyer’s Modern America class recently had the opportunity to hear a firsthand account from Army veteran and Ada High School graduate, Mr. Gary Wells.
Mr. Wells graciously shared his story of enlisting in the Army in 1987—from basic training and assignments at various bases to specialized training, testing, career growth through the ranks, and his experience serving. He served in Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, two major operations of the Gulf War.
Students learned about his missile training and the work his troop completed as they moved throughout the region during his deployment. They also asked thoughtful questions, creating meaningful conversations about military service, dedication, sacrifice, and life during deployment.
More than simply learning dates and timelines, students were able to connect history to a real person and a real experience. Mr. Wells’ stories encouraged personal discovery, reinforced the importance of family values, and gave students a glimpse into the hard work and commitment required of those who serve.
Firsthand stories like these bring history to life and give real meaning to the events and timelines students study in the classroom. The Modern America course is a new elective this year- offered to juniors and seniors that focuses on U.S. history from 1989 to present.
As the Modern America course continues throughout the year, Mrs. Salyer welcomes others with military or political experience and firsthand stories from 1989 to the present who may be willing to connect with the class and share their experiences.
A special thank-you to Mr. Wells for taking the time to share his story with our students!
Mr. Wells graciously shared his story of enlisting in the Army in 1987—from basic training and assignments at various bases to specialized training, testing, career growth through the ranks, and his experience serving. He served in Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, two major operations of the Gulf War.
Students learned about his missile training and the work his troop completed as they moved throughout the region during his deployment. They also asked thoughtful questions, creating meaningful conversations about military service, dedication, sacrifice, and life during deployment.
More than simply learning dates and timelines, students were able to connect history to a real person and a real experience. Mr. Wells’ stories encouraged personal discovery, reinforced the importance of family values, and gave students a glimpse into the hard work and commitment required of those who serve.
Firsthand stories like these bring history to life and give real meaning to the events and timelines students study in the classroom. The Modern America course is a new elective this year- offered to juniors and seniors that focuses on U.S. history from 1989 to present.
As the Modern America course continues throughout the year, Mrs. Salyer welcomes others with military or political experience and firsthand stories from 1989 to the present who may be willing to connect with the class and share their experiences.
A special thank-you to Mr. Wells for taking the time to share his story with our students!
Tonight's competitions! Let's cheer on the Bulldogs!
Mr. Acheson’s high school VEX Robotics classes spent last week getting hands-on with robotics! Students worked together to build a test bed and program motors, putting their engineering and coding skills to work.
These experiences give students the opportunity to test ideas, solve problems, and learn from the process. We can’t wait to see what they build next!
Ada Schools will be closed on Tues. Sept. 8 so our students, families, and staff can enjoy all the fun and tradition of the Hardin County Fair.
We hope to see you supporting our students in the shows, cheering at the events, and making memories at the fairgrounds!
We hope to see you supporting our students in the shows, cheering at the events, and making memories at the fairgrounds!
Happy Labor Day, Bulldogs!
Wishing our students, families, staff, and community a safe and relaxing Labor Day! Enjoy the long weekend and some well-deserved time together.
Reminder: Ada Schools will be closed Monday, September 7, for Labor Day and Tuesday, September 8 for the Hardin County Fair.
We’ll see everyone back at school on Wednesday!
Wishing our students, families, staff, and community a safe and relaxing Labor Day! Enjoy the long weekend and some well-deserved time together.
Reminder: Ada Schools will be closed Monday, September 7, for Labor Day and Tuesday, September 8 for the Hardin County Fair.
We’ll see everyone back at school on Wednesday!
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