May 2025

As May unfolds, we look forward to celebrating student achievements, honoring dedicated teachers, and wrapping up another successful school year. Read all about it in the May edition of Chieftain Connection.

Dear Chieftain Community,

May is a meaningful month across our district. It brings signs of a school year winding down, the excitement of student celebrations, and the pride that comes with seeing progress and growth in every classroom.

One of the most important moments we mark in May is Teacher Appreciation Week. While a single week will never be enough to fully honor the dedication of our teachers, it gives us a chance to pause and say thank you. Our educators pour their time, talent, and heart into helping students thrive, not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. Their work truly shapes the future, and we are so grateful for the impact they make each day.

As we look ahead to the final days of school, I hope you'll join us in celebrating the accomplishments of our students, the hard work of our staff, and the strong sense of community that makes this district special.

Sincerely,

Christy Bosch, Superintendent

Logan-Hocking Schools

(740) 385-8517

Third Grade

Third graders in Mrs. Garey and Ms. Budzik's class created memory books, writing and illustrating their favorite moments from the year. Mrs. Spackey's students wrapped up state testing and celebrated their hard work by watching "The One and Only Ivan," comparing the movie to the book with snacks in hand. Mrs. Vollmer's class authored and illustrated books titled "How to Be a Cool Third-Grader," highlighting qualities like kindness, confidence, and creativity.

Fourth Grade

Fourth graders were just as busy. Mrs. Craig's class reviewed math through games and challenges, and even started learning Sudoku. Mrs. Hunter's students explored hands-on science experiments using the new FOSS curriculum to separate mixtures. Mrs. Powers led the school in recognizing the Month of the Military Child with themed spirit days that honored students with family members in the armed forces.

Purple Star

Chieftain Elementary was recently named to the Purple Star Class of 2025 by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce for its dedication to supporting military-connected students. The school celebrated with Military Family Spirit Week, including themed dress-up days, which the students loved.

Kindness Week

Students also took part in Kindness Week, led by school social worker Makenna Volquardsen. Daily themes, kindness challenges, and "Caught Being Kind" tickets helped create a fun and positive atmosphere.

Chicks & Butterflies!

Hands-on learning continues to be a focus at Chieftain Elementary. Second grade wrapped up biography projects and shared what they learned with classmates. Thanks to PTO support, eight classrooms participated in ChickQuest through Hocking County 4-H, where they explored the chicken life cycle with hands-on STEM learning. Fifteen classrooms are also observing butterfly metamorphosis while learning about the importantance of local pollinators.

Lead & Achieve

Green Elementary students have been hard at work this grading period. So many students leveled up on Lexia that Principal Hubert handed out all the dog tags she had on hand and had to order more! Green classrooms also exceeded their schoolwide goal by hitting 55 class achievements, five more than required. The reward? A Wild About Goals Spirit Day and a "Tat the Teacher" event, where students get to pick temporary tattoos for teachers to wear.

Honoring Kyndel Roop

A special bench dedication and family ice cream social was held in memory of Kyndel Roop, a beloved student who passed away last fall after her battle with Batten disease. The new bench, designed in her memory, sits on the playground for all students to enjoy.

Spring Music Performance

Hocking Hills Elementary's Spring Music Performance was a huge success! A big thank you to Andrew Potter for planning and performing, and to all the students who participated. Principal Dille was lucky enough to accompany the second graders on guitar for their performance of "I Love Rock and Roll."

The evening's theme Rock and Pop Through the Decades was a hit with the packed house!

Lil' Buds Art Walk at the Bowen House

Miss Woodburn and Mrs. Blank recently hosted the Lil' Buds Art Walk at the Bowen House. The event was a vibrant celebration of creativity, with young artists proudly showcasing their work. The gallery featured a variety of colorful pieces using different mediums and techniques. Family members beamed with pride as their students explained their artwork. It was a wonderful evening celebrating the creativity of Union Furnace students!

The Children's Museum

As the school year winds down, UF students have been enjoying memorable experiences, including a recent field trip to The Children’s Museum. Students and their families explored hands-on exhibits featuring creative play, art, life-sized Lite Brites, and even circuit building—making it a fun and enriching day for all.

Moana Jr.

The Logan-Hocking Middle School (LHMS) Drama Club recently staged its very first musical, "Moana Jr.", and the students did an outstanding job bringing the production to life. We're proud of their hard work and thrilled they had the opportunity to take part in this experience. We look forward to future productions!

FCCLA Banquet

On April 28, the middle school FCCLA held their end-of-year banquet, recognizing 18 students who received the Power of One award. These students have shown incredible personal growth by setting and achieving meaningful goals while making a positive impact in their community.

Student Council Canned Food Drive

LHMS Student Council hosted a Spirit Week combined with a canned food drive, collecting bags of food for our local food banks. The response was impressive and students demonstrated a strong commitment to helping the community. The class with the most donations in each grade level were:

5th: Mrs. Lee - Overall winner!

6th: Mrs. Enmen

7th: Ms. Rizzardi

8th: Mrs. Ball

Fine Arts

Logan-Hocking Middle School art students had a strong presence in the community this spring! Several fifth and sixth grade students participated in the Urban Air "Wake Up Downtown" art competition, with their work displayed in downtown storefronts for public voting. Additionally, student artwork was featured in the Perceptions Art Exhibition at the Logan Theater. Both events were a wonderful celebration of student creativity and talent. 

Regional Scholars Retreat

Four Logan High School (LHS) students attended the Regional Scholars Retreat: Shae Burgraff, Lilah Bell, Tessa Bogner, and Madison Williams. The two-day event provided valuable learning experiences, and Tessa was honored with a leadership award during one of the breakout group sessions. Mrs. Cook accompanied the students and helped make the event a memorable experience.

Career Fair

LHS recently hosted a successful Career Fair in the Chieftain Center. Local and regional businesses were present, offering juniors and seniors the opportunity to explore job and career opportunities. Several students interviewed for open positions, and we're pleased to share that many were offered jobs as a result of their interviews!

LiFEsports

Several LHS girls attended a special event in Columbus, sponsored by Coach Beyond, LiFEsports at The Ohio State University, and Veteran Made Productions. The event featured a documentary screening of "Shattered Glass: A WNBA Story," followed by a panel discussion. The documentary follows iconic WNBA players, highlighting their lives, resilience, and achievements in professional basketball. Our very own Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher moderated a panel discussion with panelists including the documentary director and executive producer Andrea Buccilla (a Dublin Jerome graduate) and OSU women's basketball assistant coach Katie Smith. It was an inspiring event for our students!

Ohio Governor's Youth Art Exhibition

The Governor's Youth Art Exhibition celebrated the incredible talent of our high school students, with 17 students named regional finalists. Out of these, five students advanced as state finalists and seven pieces of artwork were selected for display at the state exhibition. This impressive achievement highlights the dedication and creativity of our students. Congratulations to all of the artists for their outstanding work and success!

Important Dates & Reminders



May 22: Last Day of School - 2-Hour Early Dismissal

May 23: Graduation

June 23: Board of Education Meeting