District News

WCSD Board of Education to hold Special Meeting on June 6

The Westerville City Schools Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at the district's Early Learning Center located at 936 Eastwind Drive.

District finances remain steady as officials closely monitor potential impact of factors beyond their control

Westerville City School District (WCSD) Treasurer/CFO Nicole Marshall recently informed Board of Education members that her financial projections in November — where the district delayed entering deficit spending for at least one more fiscal year — have remained steady.

Update to Westerville City Schools’ Summer Enrichment Theatre program Mean Girls

Westerville City Schools’ Summer Enrichment Theatre program will now be bringing “Mean Girls the Musical” to the stage this summer. 

WCSD student volunteers needed for ArtSTART activities during 4th Friday events

Westerville City School District teenagers interested in volunteering for ArtSTART activities during Uptown Westerville’s 4th Friday event can complete this form and send to Dr. Jan Fedorenko, education coordinator for the Arts Council of Westerville, at fedorenj@gmail.com.  

Westerville Education Foundation names Teachers of the Month for May WEF TOTM May 2023

Julianne Schaffer, an English teacher at Westerville Central High School, Angela Zimmerman, a fourth-grade teacher at Whittier Elementary and Lowry Wisner, a third-grade teacher at Emerson Elementary have been named Westerville Education Foundation’s (WEF) May Teachers of the Month.

Youth summer programs available at Hanby House Hanby House
WOSU hosts Second Saturday Kids Day on June 10 Second Saturday WOSU

Westerville families can enjoy hands-on educational activities with WOSU Classroom as part of Second Saturday Kids Day during the Columbus Arts Festival 9-11 a.m. Saturday, June 10 in front of COSI.

Genoa Middle School unveils sculpture garden installation Genoa sculpture garden

The courtyard in Genoa Middle School is now filled with cement pavers covered in brightly-colored tiles and clay symbols — each representing the student artist who created them. 

Arts Alive returns to form at WCHS Arts Alive 2023

For years, Andy Zygmunt walked along the sidewalks of Westerville Central High School the day after the school’s annual Arts Alive Festival, marveling over the chalk art designs created by hundreds of students.

WSHS students bring Power to Poets club to Cherrington Elementary WSHS' Power to Poets club visits Cherrington

Westerville South High School junior Nabiha Ilkaqor launched the Power to Poets club this year to help her peers — within and beyond WSHS — express themselves through poetry. 

WSHS athletic trainer honored with state award WSHS athletic trainer Lauren Orth

Lauren Orth, an athletic trainer at Westerville South High School, received the Ohio Athletic Trainers’ Association’s Linda Weber Daniel Outstanding Mentor Award during the association’s annual meeting earlier this month.

WCHS senior named National Merit Scholarship award recipient National Merit Finalist Williams

Westerville Central High School senior Isabella Williams is the recipient of the National Merit $2,500 Scholarship, according to a recent announcement by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

Westerville Education Foundation names Teachers of the Month for March and April WEF TOTM March and April 2023

Rachel Shoemaker, a second-grade teacher at Wilder Elementary and Maureen Hogarth, a kindergarten teacher at Hawthorne Elementary have been named Westerville Education Foundation’s (WEF) March Teachers of the Month.

The WEF April Teachers of the Month recipients include Sarah Shaffer, music teacher at Genoa Middle School; Elizabeth Byers-Spurlock, a kindergarten teacher at Fouse Elementary and Jim Ledford, a first-grade teacher at Alcott Elementary.

McVay Elementary clerk is WESSA’s May Staff Member of the Month WESSA Member of the Month for May

Annie Corbett, the clerk at McVay Elementary has been named the Westerville Educational Support Staff Association’s Staff Member of the Month for May.

WNHS raises $2,820 for the Friends of Faith Pruden Foundation Strike Out Cancer event 2023

The Westerville North High School community raised $2,820 for the Friends of Faith Pruden Foundation as part of its seventh annual Faith’s Spirit Week and third annual Strike Out Cancer fundraiser on April 29.

WNHS senior signs letter of intent to play athletics in college WNHS senior signs letter of intent

Westerville North High School senior Cori Bohan signed a letter of intent on Monday to play soccer at William Smith College in New York.

Genoa Middle School takes first in WCSD sixth-grade Battle of the Books competition Middle School Battle of the Books 2023 competition

Genoa Middle School’s sixth-grade team earned top honors at a district-wide Battle of the Books competition on May 11 at Westerville North High School’s auditorium.

ACE Savings Account provides low-income families access to educational enrichment activities ACE Savings Account logo

The Ohio Department of Education is now accepting applications from families to establish Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) Educational Savings Accounts for the 2022-23 school year. 

Sunrise Rotary recognizes 2022-23 Service to Youth award winners Sunrise Rotary recognizes 2022-23 Service to Youth Award recipients

The Westerville Sunrise Rotary recognized the eight recipients of this year’s Service to Youth awards at the group’s meeting on Wednesday.

Hanby Elementary second-graders partner with local dance center for annual theatrical performance Hanby second-graders perform the Princess and the Frog Fairytale Dance

Students in Emily Kessler and Kelly Balaz’s second-grade classes at Hanby Elementary collaborated with Generations Performing Arts Center to perform the Princess and the Frog Fairytale Dance on May 15 at Westerville Central High School. 

WCSD Treasurer/CFO testifies before Ohio Senate leaders on House Bill 33 WCSD Treasurer/CFO Nicole Marshall presented testimony before the Ohio Senate Education Committee on May 10 on House Bill 33

Westerville City Schools Treasurer/CFO Nicole Marshall presented testimony before the Ohio Senate Education Committee on May 10 on House Bill 33, the state’s budget bill for fiscal years 2024 and 2025.

The bill includes proposals to expand eligibility for the state’s EdChoice scholarship program and continue implementation of the Fair School Funding Plan — both of which were the focus of Marshall’s testimony.

Annehurst, Fouse kindergarteners celebrate writing growth with publishing parties Kindergarten publishing party at Annehurst

The kindergarteners started the school year learning their letters and letter sounds. Then, they used drawings to represent stories. Eventually, they learned to connect letters with words and before long, they started writing out sentences with words they frequently encounter in class.

Genoa Middle School students meet DC Court of Appeals judge and WNHS alum Genoa DC meet up with DC judge and WNHS alum

Genoa Middle School eighth-graders’ recent trip to Washington D.C. included a special stop: a visit with Westerville North High School alum Vijay Shanker, who serves as a judge on the District of Columbia Court of Appeals D.C. Court of Appeals.

WSHS athletes bring new element to Field Day festivities for Hanby, Emerson elementaries Combined Field Day for Hanby and Emerson at Westerville South

The open fields at Westerville South High School offered Emerson and Hanby elementary students, staff and parents an opportunity to come together Wednesday for a combined field day.

Genoa Middle School art project connects students with Westerville history Genoa history book project

Genoa Middle School art teacher Juls Rathje has taken a new approach to teaching perspective with her eighth-grade students thanks to a new project in partnership with the Arts Council of Westerville and Westerville Public Library.

Westerville Schools and W.A.R.M. to provide summer meals

Westerville City Schools students have multiple opportunities to receive meals over the summer. 

WCHS hosts annual Military Commitment Signing Day WCHS Military Signing Day 2023

Four Westerville Central High School seniors who have chosen to enlist in the military following graduation were honored in the school’s annual Military Signing Day on Wednesday.

WCHS, WSHS host annual Arts Signing Day ceremonies WCHS WSHS Arts Signing ceremonies

Twenty Westerville Central and Westerville South high school seniors pursuing degrees in the arts were honored at annual Fine Arts Signing events this week.

Ten WCSD seniors sign letters of intent to play athletics in college WCSD seniors declare intent to play sports in college May 2023

Ten Westerville City Schools seniors recently signed their letter of intent for a collegiate sport.

Rotary Club of Westerville May 2023 Student of the Month Rotary Club of Westerville SOTM for May 2023

The Rotary Club of Westerville recognized its May 2023 Students of the Month during a recent meetings.

More than 20 WCSD sixth-graders earn top scores in Continental Math League Contest Continental Mathematics League Contest top scorers

Westerville sixth-grade students in advanced math classes competed in the 2022-23 Continental Mathematics League Contest, which tests students’ problem solving, analytical reasoning, mathematical computation, and reading skills.

WSHS brings community together with Culture Fair Westerville South hosts Cultural Fair

It’s a party that’s been years in the making at Westerville South High School.

Emerson Elementary second-graders bring research to life with biography dolls Emerson second-graders create biography dolls

For the past month, Emerson Elementary second-graders have researched people who have changed the world, examining their lives from their birth to death or present day. They then created poster displays and crafted dolls out of water bottles.

Hanby fifth-grader serves as Teacher for a Day  Hanby fifth-grader serves as Teacher for the Day

Hanby Elementary fifth-grader Molly Asher recently assumed the role of her teacher, Tara Norling, as part of her Teacher for a Day incentive she won during the school’s Spring Bazaar.

WNHS mentors celebrate final meeting with middle school peers WNHS Peer Mentoring program send off

The Westerville North High School male athletes who served as peer mentors to students at Heritage and Walnut Springs middle schools marked their final meeting with an end-of-the-school-year gathering on Monday.

WCSD Board of Education selects national firm to lead superintendent search

Following interviews on May 1 with three finalists, the Westerville City School District (WCSD) Board of Education selected Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) to lead its upcoming Superintendent search.

Westerville Public Library hosts first-ever Shadow Day to highlight library careers Westerville Public Library hosts Shadow Day

Westerville North High School seniors Noah Hohl and Ali Ali were familiar with Westerville Public Library — until they toured the spaces only available to staff and learned how it functions from behind the scenes.

Westerville South High School named a SWACO School Recycling Champion WSHS named SWACO School Recycling Champion

Intervention specialist Erin Focht saw an opportunity to bring consistency to the recycling program at Westerville South High School while showing her students how they can make an impact in their environment.

WCSD students, families can learn about jobs, future careers at Westerville Prepared Westerville Prepared

The upcoming Westerville Prepared event offers Westerville students and families a unique opportunity to connect with employers in a way that can help shape students’ career path after high school.

Westerville community invited to hear student participants in Westerville Middle School Make-A-Thon Make-A-Thon Design Expo

Westerville parents and community members are invited to hear from students participating in the district’s first-ever Westerville Middle School Make-A-Thon on Sunday, May 21 at The Point at Otterbein University, 60 Collegeview Road. 

Fouse Elementary kindergartener behind theme of Rotary Club of Westerville’s 2023 Independence Day Parade Rotary Club of Westerville Parade Contest Winner

Camden Kuhlman, a kindergarten student in Stephanie Sahr’s class at Fouse Elementary, proposed the winning theme for the Rotary Club of Westerville’s 2023 Independence Day Parade: “Red, White and Blue and Liberty Too.”

WCSD students earn accolades in 17th annual Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest Winners

Six Westerville City Schools students were among the winners in the annual Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest sponsored by the Arts Council of Westerville, Westerville Public Library and Friends of the Westerville Public Library. 

Westerville South Theatre Troupe 513 nominated for four CAPA Marquee awards WSHS nominated for 2023 CAPA awards

Westerville South Theatre Troupe 513 have received multiple nominations for the 2023 CAPA Marquee High School Musical Theatre Awards.

Westerville Education Association celebrates teachers at annual Spring Reception WEA 2023 Spring Reception

The Westerville Education Association honored educators at its annual Spring Reception on Wednesday, recognizing the 2022-23 Educators of the Year and celebrating the 10 teachers retiring this spring.

AEC coach named Westerville Sunrise Rotary Club Service to Youth Award recipient for May Sunrise Rotary Service to Youth Award May

Pat Palumbo, the graduation and basketball coach at the Academic Enrichment Center, has been recognized by the Westerville Sunrise Rotary for going above and beyond to serve students.

WCHS senior organizes spring food drive in honor of Global Youth Service Day WCHS senior hosts spring food drive

Westerville Central High School senior Mariam Melikishvili collected 90 pounds of food as part of a spring food drive she organized in honor of Global Youth Service Day last month.

Two Westerville students earned top marks in annual Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District poster contest Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District poster contest

Two Westerville students are among the winners in the Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District’s annual conservation poster contest.

Westerville Winds celebrates inaugural season with fourth place finish at world championships Westerville Winds

Westerville Winds, an indoor performance ensemble of woodwind and brass high school musicians, capped off its inaugural season by placing fourth with their show, “Knights of the Red Table,” during the finals of the World Championships last month. 

WNHS senior signs letter of intent to play athletics in college WNHS Letter of Intent

Westerville North High School senior Beynah Barre signed a letter of intent on Wednesday to play volleyball at Central State University this fall. 

Pop-up restaurant, El Toro Loco, opens at Alcott Elementary El Toro Loco reopens at Alcott

The first-graders in Jim Ledford’s class at Alcott Elementary resumed operations of El Toro Loco on Friday — the first time the pop-up, student-run Mexican restaurant opened since the pandemic.

Reading Fair returns to Alcott Elementary Reading Fair returns to Alcott

The third-graders at Alcott Elementary stood by their decorated tri-fold displays ready to talk about the “just right” book they wanted to share during Wednesday’s Reading Fair.

Speakers, field trip, fundraiser bring context, deeper understanding to Emerson fourth-grade book study Water lesson at Emerson

Fourth-graders at Emerson Elementary have been reading “A Long Walk to Water,”  which is based on the true story of one of the 3,800 Sudanese “Lost Boys” airlifted to the United States beginning in the mid-1990s. 

Huber Ridge Elementary hosts multiple events, activities Huber Ridge Elementary hosts activities

Huber Ridge Elementary recently hosted multiple events, including a field trip to the Columbus Symphony’s Young People’s Concert, fifth-grade interviews for their upcoming field trip to Junior Achievement of Central Ohio’s BizTown and the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program's graduation ceremony.

District Honored for 11th Consecutive Year with Auditor’s Award with Distinction WCSD receives State of Ohio with the Auditor’s Award with Distinction

The WCSD Treasurer’s Office has again been recognized by the State of Ohio with the Auditor’s Award with Distinction following a clean audit for fiscal year 2022 with no findings or citations. 

Hanby Elementary commemorates 100th anniversary with student-created song Hanby song

Fifth-graders at Hanby Elementary are commemorating the school’s 100th birthday with a song that serves as their footprint in Hanby’s history.

Seven proposals awarded 2023 Spring Grant from the Westerville Education Foundation WEF logo

Diverse books, robotics materials and a variety of instruments to foster multiple creative pathways to music learning are among the seven proposals awarded a 2023 Spring Grant from the Westerville Education Foundation (WEF). 

WSHS welcomes three new members to Alumni Hall of Fame WSHS Alumni Hall of Fame 2023

Westerville South High School welcomed the newest members to its Alumni Hall of Fame at a special ceremony Friday.

Minerva France Elementary earns Outstanding Project Award Minerva France Elementary building

Minerva France Elementary has been recognized for its innovative design in the Spring 2023 Learning By Design magazine’s magazine's Educational Facilities Design Awards Showcase.

WCHS senior named corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarship award recipient Rohan Mawalkar

Westerville Central High School senior Rohan Mawalkar is the recipient of a National Merit Battelle Scholarship, according to a recent announcement by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

WCSD leader named Westerville Sunrise Rotary Club Service to Youth Award recipient for April Service to Youth Award recipient April

Westerville City School Deputy Superintendent Mark Hershiser has been recognized by the Westerville Sunrise Rotary for going above and beyond to serve students.

WNHS secretary is WESSA’s April Staff Member of the Month WESSA Member of the Month for April

Lauren Mattioda, a secretary at Westerville North High School, has been named the Westerville Educational Support Staff Association’s Staff Member of the Month for April.

Safety City registration now open for incoming kindergarten students Archived Safety City photo

Incoming Westerville City Schools kindergarten students for the 2023-24 school year can learn more about safety issues — from school bus safety to stranger awareness — during the annual Safety City program.

Genoa and Walnut Springs students awarded, Genoa teacher recognized at Ohio History Day Competition Cambria Hudberg

Eight students at Genoa and Walnut Springs middle schools were awarded for their projects in the Ohio History Day competition, with one student advancing to the National History Day contest in June at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland.

WNHS senior signs letter of intent to play athletics in college WNHS Sign Letter of Intent 4-28

Westerville North High School senior Simon Falayi signed a letter of intent on Friday to play volleyball at Central State University this fall. 

Heritage Middle School engineering students create arcade game for school Heritage arcade game project

Heritage Middle School eighth-graders Quinn Evans, Holden Gray, Ben Rutti and Devon Welsh wanted to extend their engineering experience after their class ended last semester. 

So engineering teacher Jason Siwek offered them a challenge: build a four-player arcade game with a cabinet that can be moved throughout the school.  

WCHS welcomes two new members to Alumni Hall of Fame WCHS Alumni Hall of Fame 2023

Westerville Central High School welcomed the newest members to its Alumni Hall of Fame at a special ceremony Friday.

WCSD educator receives Westerville Civitan’s Special Education Professional Award Civitan Award 2023

Kirsten Drummond, a curriculum and instructional coach for the district’s Special Education Department, is the recipient of the 2022-23 Special Education Professional Award by the Westerville Area Civitan Club.

Wilder Elementary hosts girls friendship workshop for students, parents and mentors Wilder friendship workshop

When Wilder Elementary counselor Natalie Cross noticed girls — especially fourth-graders — continued to ask for help to work through conflicts, it was clear there was a need for a deeper conversation. 

WSHS theatre students receive honors at Ohio State Thespian Conference WSHS Troupe delegation at Ohio State Thespian Conference

Westerville South High School’s Troupe 513 was honored at the Ohio State Thespian Conference on April 14-16 at Riverside High School in Painesville.

Applications for Westerville Caring & Sharing back to school supply drive available starting May 25 Westerville Caring and Sharing logo

Westerville Caring & Sharing will be offering school supplies for qualifying students for the 2023-24 school year. 

Four WCSD seniors sign letters of intent to play athletics in college WNHS and WSHS Letter of Intent

Four Westerville City Schools seniors recently signed their letter of intent for a collegiate sport.

IB Diploma Core Showcase brings discussions of knowledge on display IB Diploma Core showcase

Juniors and seniors pursuing their International Baccalaureate diploma held court in Westerville South High School’s media center Thursday, stationed at tables where they showcased key milestones in their IB journey.

WCHS, WSHS compete in Central Ohio Battle of the Books competition WCHS and WSHS Battle of the Books

Westerville Central and Westerville South high schools competed against central Ohio teams in the Ohio Capital Conference Battle of the Books competition, with WCHS placing third at the event. 

Minerva France Elementary fifth-graders create instruments in music and science lesson Minerva France virtual instrument museum

The virtual instrument museum just outside of Emily Church’s music room at Minerva France Elementary features an array of instruments designed, created and tested by the school’s fifth-graders.

Student artwork submissions now accepted for Youth Art & Craft Exhibit at Westerville Music and Arts Festival 2023 Youth Art & Craft Exhibit

Westerville children and teens can submit artwork for the Youth Art & Craft Exhibit at the 48th annual Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce Music & Arts Festival.

Election Academy for those interested in public office starts in June Westerville Chamber Election Academy

The Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an Election Academy for individuals in Westerville interested in running for elected office.

Seven groups submit executive search services proposal to Board of Education

As of the April 7 deadline, seven companies and/or organizations submitted a proposal to support the Westerville City School District Board of Education during its upcoming Superintendent search process. 

City of Westerville recognizes Hanby Elementary’s centennial anniversary with proclamation City of Westerville proclaims April Hanby Centennial Celebration Month

April is now considered Hanby Centennial Celebration Month following a City of Westerville proclamation at the April 4th City Council meeting. 

A+ Award winners recognized at April 14 board meeting A+ award winners 2023

Twelve Westerville City Schools employees were honored for their contributions to students, dedication to their schools and their commitment to district values as part of the A+ Award recognition at Monday’s school board meeting.

WNHS welcomes three new members to Alumni Hall of Fame WNHS Alumni HOF 2023

Westerville North High School welcomed the newest members to its Alumni Hall of Fame at a special ceremony Friday.

Two WNHS seniors sign letters of intent to play athletics in college WNHS Sign Letter of Intent April

Two seniors at Westerville North High School recently signed their letter of intent for a collegiate sport.

WEC hosts Night of Hope 5K on Aug. 26 WEC Night of Hope 2023

The Westerville Education Challenge is hosting a Night of Hope 5K and Family Fun Run to promote community, education and unity to raise awareness about mental health as well as combat mental health stigmas.

The event is Aug. 26 at Westerville North High School. Registration for the event opens in June.

Superintendent search begins with RFP for executive search services

The Westerville City School District Board of Education on March 24, 2023, issued a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) for executive search services as they seek a replacement for departing Superintendent Dr. John Kellogg.

WNHS hosts annual Warrior Way Leadership Summit Warrior Way Leadership Summit

Westerville North High School hosted its annual Warrior Way Leadership Summit on Thursday, bringing student leaders across the building together to foster relationships, build a community and provide an example of how students treat each other. 

WSHS junior elected as student president to Ohio Association of Student Leaders executive board Nabiha Ilkaqor

Westerville South High School junior Nabiha Ilkaqor — who recently was re-elected as senior class president after serving as junior class president this year — is taking on another leadership role to serve students throughout Ohio.

Last month, Ilkaqor was elected student president for the executive board of the Ohio Association of Student Leaders (OASL), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping middle and high school students foster leadership skills to make positive change in their schools and communities.

WNHS and WSHS students lead ASL lessons at elementaries as part of service project ASL Service Learning Project

The American Sign Language lesson for the third-graders in Rachel Lysaght’s class at Mark Twain Elementary focused on animals. 

Westerville South High School senior Kaylie Clark and junior Talia Cole stood at the front of the classroom, teaching students the signs for dog, cat, cow, sheep, goat, snake and more. Wednesday’s lesson marked their fourth of eight visits scheduled through April to introduce kids to the visual language. 

Kiwanis Club of Westerville honors top Westerville high school scholars with 61th Annual Academic Varsity Awards Kiwanis Varsity Awards 2023

The Kiwanis Club of Westerville recognized the top 10 graduates from Westerville Central, North and South high schools on Wednesday as part of its 61th annual Academic Varsity Awards.

Walnut Springs Middle School eighth-grader is girls wrestling state champion in junior high division Gianna Harvey state wrestling champion

Gianna Harvey, an eighth-grader at Walnut Springs Middle School, is a girls wrestling state champion after competing in the Ohio Girls Wrestling State Championships on March 19 at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown.

WEF's Glow and Grow event is Sept. 10 WEF Glow and Grow 2023

Westerville City School parents and community members can learn more about the programs, projects and initiatives throughout the district's classrooms at the Westerville Education Foundation's second annual Grow and Glow event at the new Minerva Park Middle School. 

Blendon Middle School eighth-grader competes in national chess championships Mason Wu competes in national chess tournament

Mason Wu, an eighth-grader at Blendon Middle School, competed in the U.S. Chess Federation’s National High School (9-12) Championships last week in Washington, D.C. 

Westerville Education Foundation names Teachers of the Month for February WEF TOTM February 2023

Sarah Edelson, a second-grade teacher at Minerva France Elementary, and Tricia Hall, the music teacher at Annehurst Elementary have been named Westerville Education Foundation’s (WEF) February Teachers of the Month.

WCSD students recognized in Ohio PTA Reflections awards PTA Reflections 2023

Two Westerville City Schools students received top honors in the 2022-23 Ohio PTA Reflections award program, which recognizes student achievement in literature, music, dance, film production, photography, music composition and visual arts.

Westerville Public Library hosts author visits for spring and summer Westerville Public Library

The Westerville Public Library is hosting multiple author visits this spring and summer.

WNHS Young Feminist Club celebrates Women’s History Month with A Seat at the Table exhibit WNHS A Seat at the Table exhibit

The students and staff participating in the latest project by Westerville North High School’s Young Feminist Club were prompted by the same question: What do you bring to the table?

Superintendent Dr. John Kellogg announces resignation for new career opportunity Superintendent Dr. John Kellogg

The Westerville City School District (WCSD) Board of Education on Monday approved the resignation of Superintendent Dr. John R. Kellogg, who has accepted a new Superintendent in Residence position that will work jointly with Columbus State Community College (CSCC) and the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO).

WNHS senior signs letter of intent to play athletics in college WNHS college signing Bopp

Westerville North High School senior Carson Bopp signed a letter of intent to play football at the University of Findlay on Wednesday. 

Diabetes Dash 5K Run/Walk organized by WNHS student is July 23 Diabetes Dash logo

The fifth annual Diabetes Dash 5K Run/Walk originally organized by Westerville North High School student Ryan Washburn is July 23 at the Westerville Sports Complex. 

Four WCSD middle school students earn scholarships to Be WISE Camp at Muskingum University Be WISE camp logo

The Westerville Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW), with cooperation from the WCSD Gifted Education Department, has awarded four $325 partial scholarships to the Be WISE Camp at Muskingum University in New Concord this summer. 

Watch D.O.G.S. return to Robert Frost Elementary Watch D.O.G.S. at Robert Frost

Kyle Guilliamssecond volunteer stint as part of Robert Frost Elementary’s Watch D.O.G.S was packed with activity.

He refereed a football game among fourth-grade boys, served as goalie during a soccer match with fifth-graders and alternated between kicking a ball with one student and joining his daughter and her friends for a game of four-square.

“It’s another adult presence — a dad — helping out and interacting with the kids,” Guilliams said. “And for those who might not have a dad at home, it’s an experience for them.” 

“I enjoy it as much as they do.” 

Heritage Middle School athletic director pens book in honor of granddaughter Carmen Dobbins and book

Carmen Dobbins, the athletic director at Heritage Middle School, has treasured her time with her granddaughter, who has been living with her for more than seven years.

WCSD upgrades to new student health information platform SchoolCare logo

Westerville City Schools is upgrading its current student medical records program to a new, easy to use, family accessible platform called SchoolCare. SchoolCare adheres to strict privacy regulations (FERPA & HIPAA) to ensure the confidentiality and security of your student’s school required health information. 

WCSD middle school girls build leadership skills, prepare for the future through Girl Talk-Power Circle program Girl Talk-Power Circle at Heritage

For the next six weeks, members of the Girl Talk-Power Circle at Heritage and Genoa middle schools will develop their leadership skills, learn how to advocate for themselves and find their passion.

It’s a journey their peers at Blendon and Walnut Springs middle schools recently completed as part of a new empowerment program for middle school girls that was launched by the Educational Equity Department at the start of the year. 

McVay Elementary reprises school performance tradition with first-ever fifth-grade musicals McVay fifth-grade musical

The fifth-graders at McVay Elementary have brought back an experience that hasn’t been in school since before the pandemic: the student performance.

Westerville City Schools’ Summer Enrichment Theatre program to perform Barnum Barnum summer enrichment poster

Westerville City Schools’ Summer Enrichment Theatre program is bringing the musical “Barnum” to the stage. 

Rotary Club of Westerville March 2023 Student of the Month Rotary Club of Westerville SOTM for March 2023

The Rotary Club of Westerville recognized its March 2023 Students of the Month during a March 2 meeting.

Fouse kindergarteners explore how the brain learns to read Fouse brain reading lesson

Since the start of the year, the kindergartner students in Stephanie Sahr's class at Fouse Elementary — much like their peers across the district — have learned about letters. They've explored the different sounds they make, practiced writing them and developed their ability to identify and manipulate individual sounds in words.

AEC administrative assistant recipient of Westerville Sunrise Rotary Club Service to Youth Award for January Rotary Club’s Service to Youth Award for January 2023

Rhonda Hoffman, an administrative assistant at the Academic Enrichment Center, has been recognized by the Westerville Sunrise Rotary for going above and beyond to serve students.

New elementary science program helps students explore the world around them Mystery Science

All across Westerville elementary schools, students are diving into their science lessons by exploring a variety of questions: How do you find animals in the woods? Where do clouds come from? Why did the dinosaurs go extinct?