NAHS would like to welcome Ms. Josey Scott, our new HS ELA teacher, to the Green Devil family!
📢 Community Invitation: Annual Federal Programs Meeting
The Adams County Ohio Valley School District invites parents, families, staff, and community members to attend our Annual Federal Programs Meeting.
📅 Monday, August 24, 2026
🕔 5:15 p.m.
📍 Career and Technical Center
175 Lloyd Road, West Union, OH 45693
Join us to learn more about the district’s federal programs and how these resources support student learning, achievement, and opportunities across our schools. We’ll also share information about programs and initiatives planned for the upcoming school year.
The meeting will be held 15 minutes prior to the regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting.
We hope you’ll join us as we continue working together to provide opportunities and support for the success of every student!
Check out the informational flyer for important details for the 2026-2027 school year!
🍎 Welcome Back to the 2026–2027 School Year! 🍎
As students return to school, we want to share a friendly reminder that ACOVSD provides FREE breakfast and lunch to all students through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
There is no cost to families, and no meal application is required. Through the CEP program, every ACOVSD student has access to nutritious meals each school day, helping them stay fueled, focused, and ready to learn.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Mr. Greg Grooms
Assistant Superintendent
📧 greg.grooms@ovsd.us
Shari Austin
Food & Nutrition Secretary
📧 shari.austin@ovsd.us
📞 (937) 544-5586, ext. 17310
📚✏️ At ACOVSD, we believe that well-nourished students are better prepared to learn, grow, and succeed. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for a fantastic 2026–2027 school year! 🍎🎒
🎬 Community Event: Family Movie Night! 🍿
Bring the whole family for an evening of fun, food, and community!
📅 Friday, August 7
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Adams County Courthouse Square – West Union
🎥 Featuring: A Minecraft Movie
✨ FREE Admission • FREE Food • FREE Games • FREE School Supplies (while supplies last)
🤝 Hosted by: Adams County Probation Department & Operation Better Together
This free community event is a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy an outdoor movie, connect with community partners, and learn about local programs and resources available to support children and families throughout Adams County.
🥕🍎 Adams County Food for All Mobile Pantry 🍎🥕
Need fresh fruits and vegetables? The Adams County Food for All Mobile Pantry is here to help!
📍 Location: Adams County Fairgrounds (Boyd Avenue), West Union
🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📅 Upcoming Distribution Dates:
• Tuesday, July 28, 2026
• Tuesday, August 25, 2026
• Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Fresh produce is available to eligible households with incomes at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level through the TEFAP program.
📞 Questions or interested in volunteering? Contact the CCSWO Food for All Coordinator at 513-672-3720.
📢 Please help spread the word by sharing this post with friends, neighbors, and family members who may benefit from this valuable community resource.
⏰ Reminder! ⏰
The Adams County Health Fair – Ready to Thrive is coming up on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 11:00 AM–4:00 PM at Adams County Christian School!
This FREE community event will feature health screenings, food, games, giveaways, school supplies, performances, a produce pop-up, and more.
🎨 Don't forget about the Student Art Contest and Showcase! Students in Pre-K through 12th grade are invited to submit original artwork, photography, or poetry centered around the theme "Ready to Thrive." Selected entries will be showcased at the Health Fair.
📍 Adams County Christian School
📅 August 1, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
💲 FREE Admission
A great opportunity to celebrate health, creativity, and community!
🚨 REMINDER: Family Movie Night is THIS Friday! 🌟🎬🎬 Lilo & Stitch
📍 Outside the Courthouse
📅 Friday, July 24
🎲 Games begin at 7:30 PM
🌅 Movie starts at dusk
✨ FREE for everyone!
🍿 Popcorn
🍭 Cotton Candy
🥤 Drinks
🎯 Games & family fun for all ages
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends for a relaxing summer night with your community.
🌧️ Family Movie Night Rescheduled 🌧️
Due to the forecasted rain, Family Movie Night has been rescheduled to Friday, July 24th.
🎬 Family Movie Night – Lilo & Stitch
📍 Outside the Courthouse
📅 Friday, July 24th
🎲 Games begin at 7:30 PM
🌅 Movie starts at dusk
🍿 FREE popcorn
🍭 FREE cotton candy
🥤 FREE drinks
🎯 Games and family fun for all ages!
Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of fun under the stars. Mark your calendars for July 24th!
As we head into the final 6 days of school, every day truly matters!
These last few days are important for celebrating accomplishments, completing end-of-year activities, and helping students feel confident and ready for next year.
You may hear the term “chronic absenteeism.” This means a student has missed about 18 days (or 108 hours) of school over the year—whether those absences are excused or unexcused. This is something that is tracked by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce because regular attendance plays a big role in student success.
Even missing a day or two right now can make a difference—especially for students who are close to that threshold.
We need your help to finish strong!
Let’s work together to make sure students are:
✔️ Present
✔️ Engaged
✔️ Ready to finish the year proud
Remember our motto: Strive for 5—Every Day Counts!
Thank you for your continued support and partnership—together, we can make attendance a priority!
Every day. Every hour. Every student. Every school day counts!
Carla Wesley, a dedicated school bus driver and on-board instructor, has been a trusted presence behind the wheel for the Peebles School Attendance Area for the past 18 years. She would be the first to tell you that a school bus is more than just a vehicle—it’s a classroom on wheels. Through her care, consistency, and commitment, she creates a safe and positive start and end to each student’s day.
Carla was honored during this morning’s celebration and presented with a $1,000 award by Chris Harover, President of the National Bank of Adams County..
Congratulations, Carla, and thank you for the incredible impact you make on our students and school community each day!
Each of the eight nominees is pictured here holding plaques with their building principals/supervisors behind them: Bus Driver Carla Wesley and Transportation Director Melissa Baker; Secretary Heather Tomlin and WUES Principal Jeff Stricklett; Head Custodian David Stapleton and PHS Principal Ty Stephens; Head Custodian Chad Newman and PES Principal Jessica Brewer; Secretary Melissa Michael and NAHS Principal Karl Boerger; Credit Recovery Aide Sandy Grooms and OVCTC Director Josh Michael; Head Cook Lori Grooms and WUHS Principal Tad Mitchell; Paraprofessional Mitzi Corrill and NAES Principal Kyle Brewer. Also pictured is the BCESC Superintendent, Bill Garrett; President of the National Bank of Adams County, Chris Harover; and Interim ACOVSD Superintendent, Greg Grooms.
🌟 Summer Opportunity for Students! 🌟
ACOVSD is proud to be a community partner with R.E.A.C.H. for Tomorrow, which is offering the 3rd Annual S.T.A.R.S. Summer Group Therapy Program for Kids!
This engaging summer program helps students build important skills like emotional regulation, coping strategies, and confidence—all while participating in fun activities, crafts, and games.
📅 Open to students in 2nd through 12th grade
📍 Hosted locally at Adams County Christian School
🚌 Transportation and meals available
If you are interested in having your student participate, please contact Braydan Shelton to request a student interest form:
📞 937-217-7260
This is a great opportunity for students to learn, grow, and shine this summer! ☀️
