Important dates to note for October!
Save the date! Please note the change of date for middle school retakes.
This Friday, October 3, all Unioto Middle & High School students will be admitted free to the home football game, compliments of Sean Knight from Quality Builders of Ohio! We appreciate your support and generosity, Sean!
Roll Tanks, beat ZT!
Roll Tanks, beat ZT!
Elementary Picture Day is next week! Please take a moment and read this important information regarding the purchase of fall pictures.
Two things to note:
1. All students will be photographed (for the yearbook as well as to maintain up-to-date student records)
2. A portion of all photo sales is given back to our school!
Two things to note:
1. All students will be photographed (for the yearbook as well as to maintain up-to-date student records)
2. A portion of all photo sales is given back to our school!
Important Safety Notification
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I want to inform you that earlier today, a student brought an airsoft gun to our elementary campus. The situation was addressed immediately by school staff and has been fully resolved. At no point was there a threat to the safety of our students or staff.
We are especially proud of the students who promptly reported the situation to an adult. Their quick actions allowed us to respond swiftly and appropriately. This incident serves as an important reminder of the role we all play in maintaining a safe school environment, and the importance of reporting any concerning items or behavior to a teacher, administrator, or trusted adult.
Please know that the safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We appreciate your continued support in reinforcing these values at home.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I want to inform you that earlier today, a student brought an airsoft gun to our elementary campus. The situation was addressed immediately by school staff and has been fully resolved. At no point was there a threat to the safety of our students or staff.
We are especially proud of the students who promptly reported the situation to an adult. Their quick actions allowed us to respond swiftly and appropriately. This incident serves as an important reminder of the role we all play in maintaining a safe school environment, and the importance of reporting any concerning items or behavior to a teacher, administrator, or trusted adult.
Please know that the safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. We appreciate your continued support in reinforcing these values at home.
All call for 4:00 pm today!
Our Vision: By inspiring greatness, all students will realize their worth and potential.
Our Mission: At Union-Scioto School District, students will learn, lead and make a difference.
Our Motto: Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders.
Athletic passes are still available at our administrative building. See Julie Pierce in our treasurer's office.
Announcing a second time! Attendance Matters: Parents and students can expect a renewed focus on student attendance this year. Attendance is an area where improvement is needed—not only at Unioto, but in schools across the nation. Simple steps—like sending a doctor’s note or parent note when your child returns from an absence, or notifying the office in advance—go a long way in supporting this goal. We appreciate your support and understanding.
A special thanks to all of our coaches and advisors! I want to extend my sincere appreciation to those leading our athletic and extracurricular programs. The time, energy, and heart you invest make a lasting difference—not just on the field or in rehearsals, but in the lives of our students and across our entire school community. At times, some may suggest that schools focus too much on athletics or extracurriculars and not enough on academics. But that’s a moment to reshape the conversation—because these programs are not separate from learning; they’re an extension of the classroom. They offer real-world lessons in leadership, teamwork, discipline, and resilience—skills that can’t always be taught from a textbook but are just as essential for life. This isn’t a competition between academics and extracurriculars. It’s about offering students multiple ways to grow, explore their passions, and succeed in different environments. And you, as coaches and advisors, are at the heart of that mission. Thank you for inspiring, mentoring, and leading by example. You’re not just building teams and clubs—you’re building character, confidence, and future leaders. Our schools, our students, and our community are truly better because of you. Thank you, coaches and advisors!!
Students, yes, I admit it—I was scrolling on social media. Don’t judge me! Sometimes I’m just looking for some positive stories, concepts, messages, and occasionally, I stumble on something meaningful. This time, it was a short clip about communication—and it hit home, so I wanted to share the message with you. Here’s the gist: Some people can’t tell the difference between a disagreement and an argument. Every time someone sees things differently, it feels like a personal attack. Instead of listening, they start defending. And instead of understanding, they start trying to win.
But here's the thing: communication isn’t a boxing match. You don’t need to "win" the conversation like it’s the final round in a championship fight. (Unless you're arguing over who gets the last slice of pizza—then it’s serious.) When we focus only on being right, we miss the point: it's not about being right; it’s about doing what’s right. Do you want to be right, or do you want to grow? Real communication isn’t a competition—it’s a connection. And if every conversation turns into a battlefield, you’re not building relationships... you're torching them. Spoiler alert: You’re not always right. (I know, shocking!) And if that’s hard to accept, you’ll find yourself pushing people away, one argument at a time.
So here’s some advice—simple, but powerful: Don’t talk to win. Talk to understand. Don’t listen to reload your response. Listen to actually hear. Remember Stephen Covey’s Habit 5: “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” That’s not just self-help fluff—it’s a superpower in a world full of noise. So, next time you're in a disagreement, pause, breathe, and ask yourself: "Am I trying to connect... or just trying to be right?"
Students, you’ve got this!
I will be announcing the winners and prizes of my last all call at the beginning of next week! This all call is for learning only this time, as that is the best prize of all!!~
3 days til Monday and carry your own weather!!
Go Tanks!
Our Vision: By inspiring greatness, all students will realize their worth and potential.
Our Mission: At Union-Scioto School District, students will learn, lead and make a difference.
Our Motto: Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders.
Athletic passes are still available at our administrative building. See Julie Pierce in our treasurer's office.
Announcing a second time! Attendance Matters: Parents and students can expect a renewed focus on student attendance this year. Attendance is an area where improvement is needed—not only at Unioto, but in schools across the nation. Simple steps—like sending a doctor’s note or parent note when your child returns from an absence, or notifying the office in advance—go a long way in supporting this goal. We appreciate your support and understanding.
A special thanks to all of our coaches and advisors! I want to extend my sincere appreciation to those leading our athletic and extracurricular programs. The time, energy, and heart you invest make a lasting difference—not just on the field or in rehearsals, but in the lives of our students and across our entire school community. At times, some may suggest that schools focus too much on athletics or extracurriculars and not enough on academics. But that’s a moment to reshape the conversation—because these programs are not separate from learning; they’re an extension of the classroom. They offer real-world lessons in leadership, teamwork, discipline, and resilience—skills that can’t always be taught from a textbook but are just as essential for life. This isn’t a competition between academics and extracurriculars. It’s about offering students multiple ways to grow, explore their passions, and succeed in different environments. And you, as coaches and advisors, are at the heart of that mission. Thank you for inspiring, mentoring, and leading by example. You’re not just building teams and clubs—you’re building character, confidence, and future leaders. Our schools, our students, and our community are truly better because of you. Thank you, coaches and advisors!!
Students, yes, I admit it—I was scrolling on social media. Don’t judge me! Sometimes I’m just looking for some positive stories, concepts, messages, and occasionally, I stumble on something meaningful. This time, it was a short clip about communication—and it hit home, so I wanted to share the message with you. Here’s the gist: Some people can’t tell the difference between a disagreement and an argument. Every time someone sees things differently, it feels like a personal attack. Instead of listening, they start defending. And instead of understanding, they start trying to win.
But here's the thing: communication isn’t a boxing match. You don’t need to "win" the conversation like it’s the final round in a championship fight. (Unless you're arguing over who gets the last slice of pizza—then it’s serious.) When we focus only on being right, we miss the point: it's not about being right; it’s about doing what’s right. Do you want to be right, or do you want to grow? Real communication isn’t a competition—it’s a connection. And if every conversation turns into a battlefield, you’re not building relationships... you're torching them. Spoiler alert: You’re not always right. (I know, shocking!) And if that’s hard to accept, you’ll find yourself pushing people away, one argument at a time.
So here’s some advice—simple, but powerful: Don’t talk to win. Talk to understand. Don’t listen to reload your response. Listen to actually hear. Remember Stephen Covey’s Habit 5: “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” That’s not just self-help fluff—it’s a superpower in a world full of noise. So, next time you're in a disagreement, pause, breathe, and ask yourself: "Am I trying to connect... or just trying to be right?"
Students, you’ve got this!
I will be announcing the winners and prizes of my last all call at the beginning of next week! This all call is for learning only this time, as that is the best prize of all!!~
3 days til Monday and carry your own weather!!
Go Tanks!
Reminder: Fall Pictures are next week for the middle and high schools! All students will be photographed.
And as a reminder, a portion of every purchase for fall photos is returned back to our schools!
And as a reminder, a portion of every purchase for fall photos is returned back to our schools!
Check out the breakfast and lunch menus for October!
School attendance matters! It is important for students to be present as much as possible from bell to bell! Missing just a few minutes of school each day plays a significant impact on academic success.
What is your family's attendance goal?
What is your family's attendance goal?
Every day matters!
The Play Zone will return during select varsity football home games this fall, offering a fun, supervised space for young children. Managed by students and advisors from the High School Yearbook, National Art Honor Society, and National Honor Society, the Play Zone will be open on September 5, September 19, October 3, and October 24. A $2 donation per child is requested, with all proceeds directly supporting these student organizations. Thank you for helping us provide meaningful opportunities for our students while keeping younger children engaged during the game.
We are incredibly grateful to the following generous sponsors who have supported the Play Zone both this season and in past seasons: Neil Coleman Insurance, Dave Strickland-State Farm, No Pooling Around, Jim’s Cycle Service, Old Man’s Group, Dwell Real Estate, Scioto Valley Dumpsters, Dock at Water, ERA Real Estate, All Signs, Printex, Music Masters DJing, Atomic Credit Union, Shine Orthodontics, Junior Civic League, SHP, Jersey Mike’s, Chillicothe Screen & Printing, Unioto Athletic Boosters, Kingston National Bank, and First American Insurance. Thank you -- your ongoing commitment to our students and community is truly appreciated!
Go Tanks!
Reminder: No school on Monday, September 1st.
Welcome back! Let's have a great 2025-2026 school year!
Go Tanks!
Go Tanks!
Don't miss out on the Mom to Mom Sale at OU-C!
This afternoon, Bus #14's students will be approximately 40 minutes late arriving home. Bus #14 services: Sunrush Blvd, Meadow Way, Tanager, Bunting Ct., Falcon Dr., Hanover, Almahurst, Stone Trace, Granite Cliff, Greystone, Stoneridge, Timberidge Ct. & Timberview Dr.
School will not be in session on Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day.
Be sure to mark your calendar for fall pictures!
Check out the breakfast and lunch menus for September!
Get ready for Futbol Friday Night! Join us tomorrow at Unioto to cheer on our girls' and boys' soccer teams. The girls kick things off at 5 p.m., with the boys' game following at 7 p.m.
Don't forget to wear your purple and gold to show your support! Plus, you could win a great prize—we're raffling off four tickets to a Columbus Crew game.
Athletic Passes are available for the 25-26 sports season!! See Julie Pierce at our admin building for more information! Go Tanks!!
