✈ Pam Dentler ✈
"I’m thankful to be an Aviator because this chapter has given me the chance to lead with authenticity, share my strengths, and grow alongside a team that truly values me. I’ve found my home here in Alliance...a place that proves every day that it all was worth the wait and that purpose runs deep. I’m grateful to help shape a culture that every Aviator is proud to rep." 🩵 #RepthatA
"I’m thankful to be an Aviator because this chapter has given me the chance to lead with authenticity, share my strengths, and grow alongside a team that truly values me. I’ve found my home here in Alliance...a place that proves every day that it all was worth the wait and that purpose runs deep. I’m grateful to help shape a culture that every Aviator is proud to rep." 🩵 #RepthatA
✈ Chad Morris ✈
Position: Director of Technology
School: Central Office
Graduation Year: 2001
Years at ACS: 27
Favorite Memory:
"Hitting a hole in one in a golf match against Perry."
Influential Staff Member:
"An influential staff member was Bill Carli. I took every one of his computer science classes in high school."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I was given the opportunity to build up our technology department even while attending Mount Union. I worked part time through college and put many things in place that I was able to continue building upon after graduation to be the first Network Manager for the District."
Importance of giving back:
"You know and understand the people, families and students. You are a familiar face for people. Many times I have found, I went to school with our current parents. My dad built a great reputation for our family by being in our school district for 48 years."
Mr. Morris' long-standing commitment to ACS shows how powerful it is when Aviators use their talents to make a difference right here at home. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Director of Technology
School: Central Office
Graduation Year: 2001
Years at ACS: 27
Favorite Memory:
"Hitting a hole in one in a golf match against Perry."
Influential Staff Member:
"An influential staff member was Bill Carli. I took every one of his computer science classes in high school."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I was given the opportunity to build up our technology department even while attending Mount Union. I worked part time through college and put many things in place that I was able to continue building upon after graduation to be the first Network Manager for the District."
Importance of giving back:
"You know and understand the people, families and students. You are a familiar face for people. Many times I have found, I went to school with our current parents. My dad built a great reputation for our family by being in our school district for 48 years."
Mr. Morris' long-standing commitment to ACS shows how powerful it is when Aviators use their talents to make a difference right here at home. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
The students in the Premedical Professions Career Tech Program helped out at the Blood Drive on Friday! What a great experience for these future medical professionals. #RepthatA
It’s the season to be thankful! We are so grateful for all of our amazing students and staff, and we also wanted to hear why they are thankful to be Alliance Aviators. Follow along as we lead up to Thanksgiving to hear their answers! ❤️
✈ Autumn Wineman ✈
"Being an Aviator means being an important part of our school district and being heard. I'm thankful to be an Aviator because I know that I matter to people. We all can achieve great things at this school thanks to the support we get from staff and students."
#RepthatA
✈ Autumn Wineman ✈
"Being an Aviator means being an important part of our school district and being heard. I'm thankful to be an Aviator because I know that I matter to people. We all can achieve great things at this school thanks to the support we get from staff and students."
#RepthatA
Honors Biology students from Alliance High School presented to Akron Zoo employees, donors, and other community stakeholders on Friday, Nov. 7. Each group researched a current threat to the health of the Great Lakes and explored ways to mitigate that threat and promote conservation.
Way to go, Aviators! ✈ #RepthatA
Way to go, Aviators! ✈ #RepthatA
🥫🫘 Food Drive! 🫘🥫
The National Honor Society (NHS) at Alliance High School and the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) at Alliance Middle School are each hosting a Food Drive from Monday, Nov. 17 through Friday, Nov. 21!
📍 Donation Drop-Off Locations:
• AHS Security Office: 7 am – 2:20 pm
• AMS Main Office: 7:35 am – 2:20 pm
All donations will go directly to the Alliance Community Pantry to support local families. Let’s show how much Aviators care! ✈ #RepthatA
The National Honor Society (NHS) at Alliance High School and the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) at Alliance Middle School are each hosting a Food Drive from Monday, Nov. 17 through Friday, Nov. 21!
📍 Donation Drop-Off Locations:
• AHS Security Office: 7 am – 2:20 pm
• AMS Main Office: 7:35 am – 2:20 pm
All donations will go directly to the Alliance Community Pantry to support local families. Let’s show how much Aviators care! ✈ #RepthatA
✈ Sierra (Gonzales) Schaffert ✈
Position: Behavior Management Specialist
School: Alliance Early Learning School
Graduation Year: 2012
Years at ACS: 5
Favorite Memory:
"Getting to go to school football games with friends."
Influential Staff Member:
"An influential staff member was Ellen DeMaiolo. She was always there to help if needed. She was a safe place and always listened when you needed to talk, especially when I was upset and having a bad day when it came to my mom being sick. Her cooking class made me find my love for cooking we got to explore other cultures and styles of cooking. She always pushed me to be the best I could be."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I did a lot of volunteering at my kids' schools when we were stationed in Germany and loved being able to help the kiddos learn new things. I wanted to be a part of the district that helped me grow to be the person I am today."
Importance of giving back:
"It's always good to give back to the people and community that gave to you. <3"
Mrs. Schaffert’s love for her community and her students shows just how strong the Aviator spirit really is. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Behavior Management Specialist
School: Alliance Early Learning School
Graduation Year: 2012
Years at ACS: 5
Favorite Memory:
"Getting to go to school football games with friends."
Influential Staff Member:
"An influential staff member was Ellen DeMaiolo. She was always there to help if needed. She was a safe place and always listened when you needed to talk, especially when I was upset and having a bad day when it came to my mom being sick. Her cooking class made me find my love for cooking we got to explore other cultures and styles of cooking. She always pushed me to be the best I could be."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I did a lot of volunteering at my kids' schools when we were stationed in Germany and loved being able to help the kiddos learn new things. I wanted to be a part of the district that helped me grow to be the person I am today."
Importance of giving back:
"It's always good to give back to the people and community that gave to you. <3"
Mrs. Schaffert’s love for her community and her students shows just how strong the Aviator spirit really is. 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
The students in Jason Powers' health classes at Alliance Middle School completed a body systems t-shirt project! They learned about their organs by drawing them on a white t-shirt. This allowed students to see the placement of their organs in a creative way. Way to go, AMS Aviators! #RepthatA
Technical Sergeant Avery Hale of the U.S. Air Force spoke to students and staff at Alliance High School on Friday during the Veterans Day assembly. Technical Sergeant Hale shared about her decision to join the Air Force, the opportunities it provided her, and the positive impact it has had on her life.
At the end of her presentation, Technical Sergeant Hale was presented with a gift created by a couple of senior welders. One of the students who worked on and presented the gift was Collin Mason, who recently enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He will begin serving his country after graduation this spring. Congratulations, Collin! 🇺🇸
Please join us in thanking Technical Sergeant Hale for her service to our great country, along with all Veterans who have served! ❤️🤍💙 #RepthatA
At the end of her presentation, Technical Sergeant Hale was presented with a gift created by a couple of senior welders. One of the students who worked on and presented the gift was Collin Mason, who recently enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He will begin serving his country after graduation this spring. Congratulations, Collin! 🇺🇸
Please join us in thanking Technical Sergeant Hale for her service to our great country, along with all Veterans who have served! ❤️🤍💙 #RepthatA
Thank you, Veterans 🇺🇸 #RepthatA
We're hiring for the following positions!
✈ Welding Career Tech Teacher at Alliance High School
✈ Cafeteria Aide/Float
Click the link for more information and to apply.
🔗 https://alliancecityschools.schoolspring.com/
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✈ Welding Career Tech Teacher at Alliance High School
✈ Cafeteria Aide/Float
Click the link for more information and to apply.
🔗 https://alliancecityschools.schoolspring.com/
#RepthatA
Alliance City Schools recently held the 3rd Annual Futures Fest! ✈ The event is an evening full of career exploration that supports the district’s vision of preparing all Aviators for Life, College, and Careers.
The event featured a job fair with more than 70 vendors, including employers, colleges, and branches of the military. Students, families, and community members were able to stop by to talk with vendors and gather information about future careers, schooling, and opportunities. The evening also included a career fashion show featuring middle school students.
Futures Fest offers activities each year for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. This year, elementary students read about possible careers and filled out activity sheets about what they want to be when they grow up. #RepthatA
The event featured a job fair with more than 70 vendors, including employers, colleges, and branches of the military. Students, families, and community members were able to stop by to talk with vendors and gather information about future careers, schooling, and opportunities. The evening also included a career fashion show featuring middle school students.
Futures Fest offers activities each year for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. This year, elementary students read about possible careers and filled out activity sheets about what they want to be when they grow up. #RepthatA
7th and 8th graders in Matt Horning’s Career Explorations class at Alliance Middle School designed an amusement park as a culminating activity at the end of the first nine weeks. The students first learned about possible careers in Arts and Media, Architecture and Construction, and Information Technology. They filled out a short application and were hired for one of eight different jobs.
Students from four different classes worked together to design and construct their Galaxy Adventure Amusement Park. They agreed the biggest challenges were communication between classes, or “work shifts,” and meeting deadlines. 🎠🎢
Great job, Aviators! #RepthatA
Students from four different classes worked together to design and construct their Galaxy Adventure Amusement Park. They agreed the biggest challenges were communication between classes, or “work shifts,” and meeting deadlines. 🎠🎢
Great job, Aviators! #RepthatA
The November #LikeAGirl meeting is coming up on Nov. 19! 🩷
If your daughter will be attending, please sign up using this form: https://forms.gle/FG2SvcjM63x5XnRY9
#RepthatA
If your daughter will be attending, please sign up using this form: https://forms.gle/FG2SvcjM63x5XnRY9
#RepthatA
The Jetsetters wowed the crowd last night at their sneak peek concert! Help us wish them luck as they head to Ada tomorrow to dance in their first competition of the year! 💃🕺 #RepthatA
First Quarter Fun at AES! Students at Alliance Elementary School celebrated their 1st-quarter incentive with inflatable fun! An obstacle course, slides and bounce house, our Aviators had a blast enjoying the reward for their hard work! ✈ #RepthatA
The Alliance City Schools Technology Department hosted the 12th annual Techvember Fest on Tuesday! 🖥
While students had the day off, ACS staff spent the day learning and growing through four in-person sessions that covered everything from using school technology more effectively to internet safety and other tech-related topics. 👨💻 The sessions are taught by ACS staff and administrators, tech vendors and local experts who are excited to share their knowledge with staff.
This popular professional development day is always a favorite among staff, who enjoy choosing sessions that fit their interests and help them build new skills to better teach and support students. 👩🏫
A big thank you to Misty Sampson, Chad Morris, and John Marchick for creating such a unique and engaging PD experience for our ACS staff! ✈ #RepthatA
While students had the day off, ACS staff spent the day learning and growing through four in-person sessions that covered everything from using school technology more effectively to internet safety and other tech-related topics. 👨💻 The sessions are taught by ACS staff and administrators, tech vendors and local experts who are excited to share their knowledge with staff.
This popular professional development day is always a favorite among staff, who enjoy choosing sessions that fit their interests and help them build new skills to better teach and support students. 👩🏫
A big thank you to Misty Sampson, Chad Morris, and John Marchick for creating such a unique and engaging PD experience for our ACS staff! ✈ #RepthatA
✈ Steve Cabassa ✈
Position: Art Teacher
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 2007
Years at ACS: 8
Favorite Memory:
"I have so many great memories, it is hard to narrow them down. I loved playing on the tennis team in high school, going to Washington DC in 8th grade, Camp Fitch in 6th grade and as a chaperone in high school. I also loved my art classes with Mrs. Crookshank and my English classes with Mr. Ballor."
Influential Staff Member:
"Mr. Jackson was my chosen honored educator when I graduated. He was my 10th grade U.S. History teacher and made every lesson fun and entertaining. He is a huge reason why I decided to become a teacher."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I was previously teaching elementary art in another district when a high school teaching position opened up in Alliance. I was eager to apply and loved the idea of teaching high school and getting the chance to coach high school sports."
Importance of giving back:
"Alliance has given me so many great opportunities that helped shape who I am today, both academically and personally. It’s really meaningful and an honor to be able to give back to current students and support the same community that supported me."
Mr. Cabassa’s journey is a true work of art, a story of coming home, giving back, and inspiring the next generation of Aviators. ✈ 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: Art Teacher
School: Alliance High School
Graduation Year: 2007
Years at ACS: 8
Favorite Memory:
"I have so many great memories, it is hard to narrow them down. I loved playing on the tennis team in high school, going to Washington DC in 8th grade, Camp Fitch in 6th grade and as a chaperone in high school. I also loved my art classes with Mrs. Crookshank and my English classes with Mr. Ballor."
Influential Staff Member:
"Mr. Jackson was my chosen honored educator when I graduated. He was my 10th grade U.S. History teacher and made every lesson fun and entertaining. He is a huge reason why I decided to become a teacher."
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I was previously teaching elementary art in another district when a high school teaching position opened up in Alliance. I was eager to apply and loved the idea of teaching high school and getting the chance to coach high school sports."
Importance of giving back:
"Alliance has given me so many great opportunities that helped shape who I am today, both academically and personally. It’s really meaningful and an honor to be able to give back to current students and support the same community that supported me."
Mr. Cabassa’s journey is a true work of art, a story of coming home, giving back, and inspiring the next generation of Aviators. ✈ 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Joanna Shonk was the Star of the Week recently in Billie Muller's 2nd grade class! She invited her family to school so her dad, Adam Shonk, could teach her classmates about his career with the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Trooper Shonk also reminded students of important safety measures such as using a seatbelt and wearing a helmet when you ride a bike. Thank you Shonk Family! #RepthatA
✈ Shelby (Dennis) Jackson ✈
Position: 5th Grade Teacher
School: Alliance Intermediate School
Graduation Year: 2015
Years at ACS: 4
Favorite Memory:
"I loved how much my teachers truly cared about all of us and made us all feel important."
Influential Staff Member:
"There were really so many! Tracy Funk does stick out. She was my 2nd grade teacher and the way she cared about all of us made a huge impact on me and my decision to want to become a teacher. "
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I loved growing up attending Alliance City Schools. I wanted others to feel that love! I only ever wanted to teach in Alliance. Once an Aviator, always an Aviator!"
Importance of giving back:
"Alliance is home. I understand the diverse backgrounds that my students come from and we can build personal connections based on that. Giving back to young Aviators and my community is a great feeling."
From student to teacher, Mrs. Jackson continues to pour love and dedication into the same district that helped shape her. ✈ 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
Position: 5th Grade Teacher
School: Alliance Intermediate School
Graduation Year: 2015
Years at ACS: 4
Favorite Memory:
"I loved how much my teachers truly cared about all of us and made us all feel important."
Influential Staff Member:
"There were really so many! Tracy Funk does stick out. She was my 2nd grade teacher and the way she cared about all of us made a huge impact on me and my decision to want to become a teacher. "
Choosing to work for ACS:
"I loved growing up attending Alliance City Schools. I wanted others to feel that love! I only ever wanted to teach in Alliance. Once an Aviator, always an Aviator!"
Importance of giving back:
"Alliance is home. I understand the diverse backgrounds that my students come from and we can build personal connections based on that. Giving back to young Aviators and my community is a great feeling."
From student to teacher, Mrs. Jackson continues to pour love and dedication into the same district that helped shape her. ✈ 🩵❤️ #RepthatA
