Ok Comet Nation! We need your help! Let’s welcome your District Champions Girls’ Basketball Team as they make their way through town on their way home! Let’s line Main Street! Their ETA is 6:15-6:30 #wearecomets
about 1 month ago, Genoa Athletic Department
During elementary parent pick-up this afternoon, the District was notified of a police pursuit on State Route 51. As a precaution, the elementary school immediately implemented a soft lockdown. Buses were directed to pull into safe locations until an all-clear was issued by the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office.

At no time were students or staff in danger.

The situation has now been controlled by county and local law enforcement and emergency services. PM elementary drop-off has resumed. However, parents should expect some delays this evening.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.
about 1 month ago, Genoa Area Local Schools

The students in Mrs. Eck’s 5th grade science class have been learning about the planets. Using the “Planet Beach Balls,” they arrange themselves in the correct order from the Sun based on the planet they pick that day. At the start, they had 10 seconds to get into position, but after just a few days of practice, they’ve reduced their time to less than 5 seconds! 🌎☀️

about 1 month ago, Valerie Widmer
Beach Balls
Beach Balls
Beach Balls
Beach Balls
Beach Balls

Youth softball online sign-ups end 2/28

about 1 month ago, Genoa Athletic Department
Softball Sign-Ups
We are excited to announce that our FFA received state results back for some of our awards and our students did amazing! We have 13 state degrees (highest individual award an FFA member can receive in the state), 2 American Degrees (highest individual award an FFA member can receive in the nation), 3 gold rated officer books, 3 top 4 proficiency finalists, 1 Ohio FFA Works Candidate, and are a Charitable Giving Recognized Chapter.
about 1 month ago, Valerie Widmer
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Leadership Interview Challenge!

Students partnered up for an interview-style challenge with three tricky rules:
You can’t say “yes.”
You can’t say “no.”
You can’t repeat an answer.

What sounded simple quickly became a fun and laughter-filled challenge! Students had to think creatively and carefully while carrying on a conversation and following all three rules.

At the end of class, our top conversationalists even went head-to-head with the teacher to see who could keep the conversation going the longest!

During our reflection, students shared the challenges they faced and the strategies they discovered. They learned to expand on their answers, restate parts of the question to buy thinking time, and use a wider range of vocabulary. It was a great reminder of how communication skills grow when we step outside our comfort zones!

about 1 month ago, Amanda Szych
LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP
In Mrs. Eck's 5th Grade Science Class students did an investigation on Impact Craters. They created a simulation of the moon's surface and made the craters to see how the impact crater forms from meteoroids.
about 1 month ago, Valerie Widmer
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Eck
The 4th grade students have been using fraction tiles and whiteboards to make and draw models and explore how fractions work. When kids can see and build the math, understanding grows!
about 1 month ago, Valerie Widmer
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4th Grade
Ever wondered what it’s like to sit in the driver’s seat of a school bus? Now’s your chance! Join us for Drive a Bus Day and safely test drive a school bus alongside a licensed bus driver.

Saturday, March 28
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Requirements to participate:
* Must be 21 years or older
* Hold a valid driver’s license
* Have a clean driving record

This is a fun, hands-on opportunity to learn more about school bus driving in a safe and supportive environment. Come see what it’s all about. We’d love to have you!

Spread the word and bring a friend!
about 1 month ago, Amanda Szych
Drive a bus
They built it. They hit it. They OWNED it. Your GHS Comets are D4 Building STATE CHAMPIONS! From tough practices to flawless routines on the biggest stage, this team showed what it means to compete with heart, grit, and pride. Way to represent and make us! ☄️📣
about 1 month ago, Valerie Widmer
State Champs
Spreading Positivity Across Campus!
Our students brightened the entire high school by placing sticky notes filled with words of affirmation and positive messages on lockers throughout the building. A small note can make a big difference — and our students proved just that! 💛✨
about 1 month ago, Amanda Szych
sticky notes
sticky notes
sticky notes
Flag Football Notification
about 1 month ago, Genoa Athletic Department
Flag Football
Girls Flag Football
In Mrs. Cruickshank’s and Mrs. Gahler’s science classes, fourth graders are exploring landforms through delicious experiments and learning how tectonic plates shape our world! 🌎🔭🌋
about 1 month ago, Valerie Widmer
4th Grade
4th Grade
4th Grade
4th Grade
4th Grade
Congratulations to our 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Teri Fisher, on being recognized by CORAS as Genoa’s Outstanding Elementary School Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year! She was honored alongside 40 other district teachers from Northwest Ohio on February 11 at Bowling Green State University.

Pictured left to right: State Superintendent, Dr. Paul Craft; President of the State Board of Education, Mr. Paul LaRue; Genoa Elementary Principal, Mrs. Bri Waddell; CORAS Award Winner, Mrs. Teri Fisher; Genoa Superintendent, Mr. Cody McPherson; BGSU President, Dr. Rodney Rodgers; and former State Legislator and Chancellor of Higher Education, Mr. Randy Gardner.
about 2 months ago, Genoa Area Local Schools
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Recently. students in Mrs. Neary's 8th Grade Science classes review for their Mitosis & Meiosis Quiz by playing a lively and competitive game on Quizlet Live.
about 2 months ago, Valerie Widmer
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College Credit Plus Night!

📅 February 23rd
📍 High School Cafeteria
🕖 7:00 PM

There will be an informational meeting regarding College Credit Plus (CCP) guidelines for the upcoming school year. Students are eligible to begin registering for CCP courses starting in 7th grade.

If you are unable to attend, please reach out to Ms. Tucholski for more information.

about 2 months ago, Middle School Counselor
Today we celebrate our School Resource Officer for SRO Appreciation Day!

Thank you for keeping our students and staff safe, building positive relationships, and being a steady, supportive presence in our halls each and every day. You do so much more than your job description. You mentor, encourage, and show up for our kids in ways that truly matter.

We are so grateful for you and the care you show our school community!
about 2 months ago, Valerie Widmer
Marc Nye and Hailey
As the wintery grip of the season seems to be tightening, the 8th-grade took some time to celebrate the history and traditions of Groundhog Day in an effort to bring some fun and enjoyment to the season, and hopefully some warmer weather!

The activities tied in parallel research, time management, and a honing of their Groundhog Day Bingo skills! Unfortunately, Punxsutawney Phil DID see his shadow, so it looks like the Comet Nation will have to bundle up a bit longer and dream of the arrival of Spring. It WILL arrive!, right?
about 2 months ago, Valerie Widmer
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It’s almost time to welcome our newest Comets!

If you have a child who will be entering kindergarten, we encourage you to schedule a screening appointment as soon as registration becomes available.

We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2039!
about 2 months ago, Amanda Szych
k- screening
REMINDER!!
about 2 months ago, Amanda Szych
REMINDER