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Anthony Wayne Local School District News Article

May Letter to Stakeholders

May 4, 2024

Dear Anthony Wayne Stakeholders,

The final quarter of the school year brings competition and awards season along with various school staff recognition days, giving us many opportunities to celebrate the hard work and achievements of our students and staff. Each year, I am amazed by all that we are able to accomplish together.

It has been a challenging year, to be sure – but it has also been a year filled with remarkable demonstrations of creativity, resilience, dedication and leadership. The commitment to excellence from the students and staff of Anthony Wayne Local Schools is second to none. I’m confident that each student participating in kindergarten graduation, bridging ceremony, commencement or any point in between - is well-prepared to overcome any obstacle and embrace the opportunities that lie ahead.

As we approach the final weeks of the 2023-24 school year, I hope you will join me in expressing sincere gratitude and appreciation for the commitment to excellence that the Anthony Wayne staff has shown throughout the year. Each and every employee is critical to the success of our students and helps to ensure that they receive an outstanding education.

When you see an AWLS employee, please take a moment to say thank you for all they do to empower our students to be future ready.

Sincerely,

Dr. Jim Fritz, Superintendent
Anthony Wayne Local Schools

Financial Recovery Plan Update

The Anthony Wayne Board of Education made changes to the Financial Recovery Plan following a work session on Tuesday, April 30. A letter outlining the details of the changes was sent to stakeholders on May 1. More information about the updated plan is available on the District website.

Fifty for 50 Community Service Campaign Completed Ahead of Schedule

The District is proud to share that it has already exceeded its goal of completing 50 community service projects between November 4, 2023 and November 4, 2024. The Fifty for 50 campaign was launched as a way to say thank you to our community and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the FTMS and Monclova Primary schools.

Whitehouse Police Training: May 6

The Whitehouse Police Department will hold an active threat training session at AWHS from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Monday, May 6. There will be first responder vehicles and personnel present. This is only a training event.

REMINDER: School In Session: May 7

Students DO have school on Tuesday, May 7. Originally scheduled as a staff professional development day, the district calendar was revised in November following the change in the date of the Ohio primary election. Staff and students should report as a normal school day.

Commencement 2024: May 18

Anthony Wayne High School will host graduation for the Class of 2024 at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 18 at the Stroh Center on the campus of BGSU. The event will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person. Congratulations to each of the graduates and their families!

Kindergarten Enrollment Continues

Children who will be five years old by September 30, 2024 and whose parents live within the Anthony Wayne School District are eligible to enroll in kindergarten for 2024-25. Please visit the District website to begin the enrollment process.

May Events

May is an extremely busy month in our schools! Please refer to the District Events Calendar and watch your school newsletters for upcoming activities.

Monday, May 6	WPD training at AWHS, 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 7	School is IN SESSION
Saturday, May 11	Districtwide Art Show, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday, May 13	Board of Education Meeting
Saturday, May 18	Class of 2024 Commencement, 10:00 a.m.
Friday, May 24	Last day of school for students
Monday, May 27	District closed: Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 28	Teacher Work Day