This month, our sophomore leadership students gathered at Ridgemont for an engaging and meaningful session. Amanda Raines from OSU Extension joined the group to talk about stress—what it is, how it affects us, and how to tell the difference between healthy and unhealthy stress.
Students explored practical ways to manage and reduce stress, as well as strategies to find balance and joy in their everyday lives. 🌟
📣 Schedule Reminder:
Boys Basketball @ Allen East on Saturday, Dec. 6 has an updated start time — Freshmen tip at 3 PM, with JV and Varsity to follow.
Let’s pack the stands and bring that Bulldog energy all weekend long! 🐾🔥
Ada Athletic Boosters is selling senior ads for $40 for a 1/6-page ad w/ photo + message (under 25 words)!
If you’re planning to attend a 4-year college, 2-year college, or career school, you need to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to qualify for any financial aid — including grants (free money!), some scholarships, work-study, and student loans.
👉 Start your FAFSA here: studentaid.gov
👉 Helpful Video: The Financial Aid Office at ONU explains Ohio financial aid in this short video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvWDawNfmJE
👏 A big shout-out to the students who have already completed their FAFSA — great job!
If you haven’t yet, get it done ASAP! This is an important step toward your future! 🌟
Please note that our school lunch menu has been adjusted for Wednesday and Thursday:
🥣 Wednesday, Dec. 3
• Grilled cheese
• Chili with crackers
• Fresh or canned fruit
• Milk
🧀 Thursday, Dec. 4
• Bosco sticks
• Steamed broccoli
• Fresh or canned fruit
• Milk
Thank you for your understanding! 💛💜
🎉 Save the Date! Join us on January 3, 2026 for our Ada High School Hall of Honor — The Hall of Honor celebrates graduates and non-graduates who have made exceptional contributions to our schools or achieved distinction in their careers and communities. Honorees are selected for outstanding service, notable accomplishments, and their lasting loyalty to Ada High School. This tradition recognizes excellence and inspires future Bulldogs!
The 2025 recipients are: Mike Lenhart and David Lusk
All are welcome to attend! Stay tuned for details.
Dr. Beth Gray stopped by to share her incredible carnivorous plant collection, and it was a HUGE hit. Students were captivated as they learned how these unique plants collect nitrogen to survive—science in action at its finest!
Thank you, Dr. Gray, for bringing such a fascinating hands-on lesson to our students! 🌿✨
🎄Ada Schools Give Back to Our Troops This Holiday Season 🎄
Ada students are spreading holiday cheer across the globe! ❤️🎁 This year, several classes created handmade Christmas ornaments that will be sent to U.S. troops stationed in Kuwait — a special part of Operation Evergreen, an annual project organized by the Ohio Christmas Tree Association.
Through Operation Evergreen, Kaleidoscope Farms and other Ohio tree growers donate live Christmas trees that are shipped overseas to bring a touch of home to our active military members during the holidays. 🎄✈️
A big thank-you to the students (and teachers!) who shared their creativity and care in this meaningful project:
✨ Mr. Crawford
✨ Mrs. Preston
✨ Mrs. Jones
✨ Mrs. Woodruff
✨ Mr. Dettering & Mrs. Amburgey
✨ Mrs. Wissman
✨ Mrs. Fries
We’re so proud of our Bulldogs for helping make the season brighter for those serving our country! 💙❤️
#AdaSchools #OperationEvergreen #BulldogPride
Get ready for another exciting week of Ada Bulldog sports! Check out this week’s schedule and make plans to come cheer on our athletes. Your support keeps our teams energized and proud to wear the purple and gold! 💜💛 Go Bulldogs!
🍂🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Ada Schools! 🦃🍂
This season, our hearts are full of gratitude! 🧡 Our Thankful Pie is overflowing with the many things we’re thankful for — from our amazing students and staff to our supportive families and community who make Ada such a wonderful place to learn and grow.
What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving season? Comment below! ⬇️
#AdaSchools #Thankful #HappyThanksgiving #BulldogPride
Our Ada High School Yearbook Staff has released their digital newspaper, completely created by students—from the writing to the photos to the design!
Inside you’ll find new staff introductions, fall sports coverage, club highlights, community event recaps, a winter sports preview, and more.
👉 Read The Dogbone Fall 2025 here: https://www.ada.k12.oh.us/article/2568400
Great work, Yearbook Staff! 💜🐾
A heartfelt thank-you to all the parents and families who attended conferences this week. We truly value the time you take to partner with us in supporting your child’s growth and learning.
It is a great pleasure to work together to ensure our students’ success—academically, socially, and beyond. Your involvement and collaboration make a tremendous difference.🐾
Students toured the facility to get a first-hand look at cutting-edge manufacturing in action. These tours are designed to introduce students to real-world career opportunities, showcase the company’s operations, and spark interest in STEM fields and future manufacturing careers.
We’re grateful for partnerships that help our students explore pathways, build curiosity, and envision what’s possible beyond the classroom. Great job, Bulldogs! 👏🔧✨
Students had the opportunity to learn about the many resources, career pathways, and benefits these valuable options offer. Our visitors also brought some fun—students who completed a round of push-ups earned a free t-shirt!
A big thank-you to our military partners for investing in our students’ futures and providing hands-on, engaging experiences! 💪✨
Come pack the stands for our Boys JV & Varsity Basketball games on Wednesday, November 26! Tip off at 6 PM.
🎉 POM POMS FOR SALE!
Only $5 each — and all proceeds support Ada After Prom!
Bring your energy, your voices, and purchase some purple & gold pom poms! 🏀💜💛
We’re excited to share that the Ada Winter Sports page has been fully updated! You can now find all team schedules, rosters, and photos for our Junior High and High School winter sports. https://www.ada.k12.oh.us/o/aevs/page/winter-sports-information
Whether you’re cheering from the stands or following along from home, everything you need to support our Bulldogs this season is now in one place!
📅🏀🤼♂️⛹️♀️ Check it out and get ready to cheer on our teams all winter long! Go Bulldogs! 🧡🐾
Get ready to cheer on our Ada Bulldogs! Here’s a look at all the athletic action happening this week. Come out, show your support, and help keep our teams fired up! 💜 Go Bulldogs! 💛
