We can't wait to welcome our band students back!
Percussion members start July 20
Freshman members start July 23
All band members start July 27
We're looking forward to another great season of music and Redbird pride. 🎶❤️🩶
Percussion members start July 20
Freshman members start July 23
All band members start July 27
We're looking forward to another great season of music and Redbird pride. 🎶❤️🩶

Planning for school breakfast and lunches is already underway! Find current meal prices for the 2026-2027 school year on the district website. Learn more at https://www.lpschools.k12.oh.us/page/food-and-nutrition-services. 🍎🥪


The LPEVS Board of Education will meet on July 13 from 6-7 p.m. in the LHS Cafeteria. We invite our community to attend and stay informed about what's happening across the district. 🗓️🏫

Don’t wait to get a head start! School supply lists are available on our district website. ✏️📚

School may be out, but there are plenty of ways to stay connected as we prepare for the next school year! Find the latest LPEVS news and updates through our district app, Facebook page, website, all-call alerts, Remind/Class Dojo, and email. 📱💻

Happy Independence Day, Redbirds! We hope you have a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July as we celebrate the freedoms that bring us together. 🇺🇸🎆

As we prepare for the next school year, we are so proud of the Class of 2026! Whether their next chapter is employed, enrolled or enlisted, we can't wait to see them soar. Congratulations, Class of 2026!

All month long, we have been discussing different aspects of school safety in recognition of National Safety Month. One new aspect for the 2025-2026 school year was the Hope Squad!
Throughout the year, Hope Squad has helped build a stronger, more connected school community. This student-led, peer-to-peer program for grades 4-12 is centered on kindness, connection, and mental and emotional well-being. Hope Squad members are nominated by their classmates and trained to recognize when someone may be struggling, offer support, and connect peers with trusted adults when needed.
Most importantly, Hope Squad is helping make sure no student feels alone while creating a culture where all students feel safe, valued, and supported. We are grateful for these student leaders and the positive difference they make each day, and we look forward to the continued growth of the program!
We are also excited to share more soon about the Hope Squad Kindness Club, an opportunity for even more students to get involved in spreading kindness throughout our schools. Stay tuned!
Throughout the year, Hope Squad has helped build a stronger, more connected school community. This student-led, peer-to-peer program for grades 4-12 is centered on kindness, connection, and mental and emotional well-being. Hope Squad members are nominated by their classmates and trained to recognize when someone may be struggling, offer support, and connect peers with trusted adults when needed.
Most importantly, Hope Squad is helping make sure no student feels alone while creating a culture where all students feel safe, valued, and supported. We are grateful for these student leaders and the positive difference they make each day, and we look forward to the continued growth of the program!
We are also excited to share more soon about the Hope Squad Kindness Club, an opportunity for even more students to get involved in spreading kindness throughout our schools. Stay tuned!

Join us for the Board of Education work session this evening at 6 p.m. in the LHS cafeteria. The purpose of the work session will be to discuss district facilities. To view the agenda, please visit https://go.boarddocs.com/oh/lpevsoh/Board.nsf/Public.

Meet Aria, a rising 9th-grade student at LHS and an active member of Volleyball, Track, Basketball, Travel Basketball, and Hope Squad! Not only is Aria a Hope Squad member, but she is also a conference champion in the 400m and 4x400 relay! Aria joined Hope Squad because she’s passionate about helping others and making a difference in her school community.
To Aria, being part of Hope Squad means stepping up to support others and creating a kinder environment. On tough days, she finds hope through the support of her friends, who remind her she’s never alone. Aria gives this message to anyone who is struggling, “You are not alone — there are people who care about you and are always here to help.”
Let’s celebrate Aria for her positive impact at LHS!
To Aria, being part of Hope Squad means stepping up to support others and creating a kinder environment. On tough days, she finds hope through the support of her friends, who remind her she’s never alone. Aria gives this message to anyone who is struggling, “You are not alone — there are people who care about you and are always here to help.”
Let’s celebrate Aria for her positive impact at LHS!

Earlier this week, we highlighted Centegix and how, combined with our Loudonville Police Department partnership, these tools help strengthen our district's commitment to creating a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.
A big part of that partnership is the leadership of the LPD police chief! During National Safety Month, we want to thank former Loudonville Chief of Police Brian McCauley and current Chief of Police Sean Gorrell for their continued commitment to keeping our students, staff, and schools safe.
We are grateful for their leadership, collaboration, and dedication to our school community. It is partnerships like this one that make LP a safer place for everyone. Thank you for all you do!
A big part of that partnership is the leadership of the LPD police chief! During National Safety Month, we want to thank former Loudonville Chief of Police Brian McCauley and current Chief of Police Sean Gorrell for their continued commitment to keeping our students, staff, and schools safe.
We are grateful for their leadership, collaboration, and dedication to our school community. It is partnerships like this one that make LP a safer place for everyone. Thank you for all you do!

Meet Gracie, a rising sophomore at Loudonville High School who’s an active member of Cross Country, Track, Band, Livestock Club, and Hope Squad! Gracie joined Hope Squad because she believes mental health is important and wants to be someone others can turn to for support.
To Gracie, being part of Hope Squad means helping make LHS a better place for everyone. On tough days, Gracie finds hope through her sister, her dad, and her close friends and family, who always have her back. To anyone going through a tough time, she says, “Don’t be afraid to reach out for help — problems can and will be resolved with time and support.”
Thank you, Gracie, for your dedication to making a difference at LHS!
To Gracie, being part of Hope Squad means helping make LHS a better place for everyone. On tough days, Gracie finds hope through her sister, her dad, and her close friends and family, who always have her back. To anyone going through a tough time, she says, “Don’t be afraid to reach out for help — problems can and will be resolved with time and support.”
Thank you, Gracie, for your dedication to making a difference at LHS!

We are hiring and we want YOU to join the Redbird family!
Loudonville-Perrysville Schools is currently seeking a High School Science Teacher and an Intervention Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. If you are passionate about student success and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you!
Visit lpschools.k12.oh.us to learn more and apply today.
Know someone who would be a great fit? Share this post and help us find our newest Redbirds! 🔁
Loudonville-Perrysville Schools is currently seeking a High School Science Teacher and an Intervention Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. If you are passionate about student success and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you!
Visit lpschools.k12.oh.us to learn more and apply today.
Know someone who would be a great fit? Share this post and help us find our newest Redbirds! 🔁

Meet Wyatt, a rising 9th-grade student at LHS and an active participant in Golf, Improv, Hiking, Photography, and Hope Squad! Wyatt joined Hope Squad because he wants to give people hope, help them realize that everything will be okay, and be someone they can rely on.
To Wyatt, being part of Hope Squad means looking out for others and being there when they need support. He hopes Hope Squad will help students feel safe, valued, and encouraged, creating a positive environment where everyone can thrive. On tough days, Wyatt finds hope in knowing that everything will eventually be okay. To anyone struggling, he says, “Tough times won’t last forever, and life is beautiful — trust that brighter days are ahead.”
Thank you, Wyatt, for the kindness you show to those at LHS!
To Wyatt, being part of Hope Squad means looking out for others and being there when they need support. He hopes Hope Squad will help students feel safe, valued, and encouraged, creating a positive environment where everyone can thrive. On tough days, Wyatt finds hope in knowing that everything will eventually be okay. To anyone struggling, he says, “Tough times won’t last forever, and life is beautiful — trust that brighter days are ahead.”
Thank you, Wyatt, for the kindness you show to those at LHS!

As a school district, we are always focused on safety, and National Safety Month is a great opportunity to remind our families about recent updates and improvements we've made with student and staff safety in mind. From creating the visitor vestibule at McMullen last summer and the installation of new technology like Centegix in 2024, to programming opportunities like Rachel's Challenge and the Hope Squad, we continue to adjust and adapt in order to improve the safety of our school community.
What exactly is Centegix? It is a wearable crisis alert system that allows staff to quickly request assistance during emergencies or urgent situations with the push of a button. The system helps provide faster communication and response times, giving staff an added layer of support when every second matters.
Tools like Centegix, combined with our partnership with Loudonville Police Department, help strengthen our district's commitment to creating a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.
What exactly is Centegix? It is a wearable crisis alert system that allows staff to quickly request assistance during emergencies or urgent situations with the push of a button. The system helps provide faster communication and response times, giving staff an added layer of support when every second matters.
Tools like Centegix, combined with our partnership with Loudonville Police Department, help strengthen our district's commitment to creating a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Sophie Shultz sets the KMAC record in the 800M with a time of 2:20.76! Congratulations to you, Sophie, for all of your hard work and dedication. We are so proud of you! Go Birds!

Reminder: Please complete your FinalForms before the start of the school year to help us keep student information up to date. For more information, visit our website at https://www.lpschools.k12.oh.us/article/1517311. ✅📝

Meet Anna, a rising 8th-grade student at LHS and an active member of Power of the Pen, Soccer, Volleyball, Track and Field, Student Council, and Hope Squad! Anna joined Hope Squad because she loves helping others and wants to ensure no one feels sad or alone.
To Anna, being part of Hope Squad means always being there for anyone who needs support and helping others through tough times. She hopes Hope Squad will help students feel more comfortable seeking help and knowing where to turn when things get hard. On tough days, Anna finds hope through her faith and the people she trusts. To anyone struggling, she says, “Don't be afraid to reach out for help — everyone is going through something, and others may be able to support you more than you realize.”
Let’s celebrate Anna for her empathy and dedication to making a difference at Loudonville! 👏
To Anna, being part of Hope Squad means always being there for anyone who needs support and helping others through tough times. She hopes Hope Squad will help students feel more comfortable seeking help and knowing where to turn when things get hard. On tough days, Anna finds hope through her faith and the people she trusts. To anyone struggling, she says, “Don't be afraid to reach out for help — everyone is going through something, and others may be able to support you more than you realize.”
Let’s celebrate Anna for her empathy and dedication to making a difference at Loudonville! 👏

Way to go, Cama! Cama is this year's KMAC champion in High Jump at 5'2" and tied the school record at Districts with a 5'4" jump. Congratulations on a great season!

Meet Kade, a rising 8th-grade student at LHS and an active member of Football, Soccer, Baseball, Track and Field, Basketball, and Hope Squad! Kade joined Hope Squad because he wanted to help others and be there for people during tough times.
He hopes Hope Squad will help make students happier and create a more positive school environment. On tough days, Kade finds hope in the friends he’s with and the support they give him. For anyone struggling, he says to remember “You're not alone, and you can always talk to me.”
Thank you, Kade, for showing your kindness to everyone at LHS!
He hopes Hope Squad will help make students happier and create a more positive school environment. On tough days, Kade finds hope in the friends he’s with and the support they give him. For anyone struggling, he says to remember “You're not alone, and you can always talk to me.”
Thank you, Kade, for showing your kindness to everyone at LHS!

