Meet Soccer Coach Bill Losinger! Bill has extensive experience as a business owner, educator and coach, most recently serving as varsity girls head coach at Mt. Vernon. With 30 years of coaching experience, Bill aims to inspire children academically and athletically, promoting learning, healthy living, teamwork and positive self-esteem so that they can become thriving members of their communities. Welcome to the team, Bill!
Have a question about the Master Facilities Plan that has yet to be answered? Submit your questions through this Google Form! https://forms.gle/aUmmcvqZd7aj3b6m8
Details, information and frequently asked questions are also available on our website!
Congratulations, Grace! The LHS senior received the Nursery/Landscape Award from the Loudonville FFA.
If you were unable to attend the facilities community meetings, you can watch the recorded presentation now available on our website and YouTube channel. We cover the purpose of the Task Force, provide details on the facilities assessment, review the recommended plan, and reflect on the history and current conditions of our schools. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/sW-ishY0-IY
Happy Independence Day, Redbirds!
Meet Softball Coach Ann Stitzlein! Ann has been the Head Coach for the Ohio Wolfpack-Stitzlein travel softball team since 2018 and previously led the Loudonville Youth Association Softball Teams from 2013 to 2019. Coach Stitzlein's playing career includes being part of the 2002 GLIAC Champion team at Ashland University and the 1997 State Championship team at Loudonville High School. Her coaching philosophy emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and commitment. Ann is also a third grade teacher at McMullen Elementary.
In May, our first graders took a field trip to Ayers Farm, where they learned about farm life, explored the fields, and learned about the workings of farm equipment.
During our June Board of Education meeting, the Board approved a Resolution of Necessity for Bonds declaring it necessary to go on the ballot for constructing, furnishing, and equipping a new PK-12 building. This resolution followed a recommendation from the Facilities Task Force in May on a Master Facilities Plan in culmination of months of work in partnership with Garmann Miller. Learn more about the Master Facilities Plan by visiting our website: https://www.lpschools.k12.oh.us/o/lpevs/page/master-planning-and-faciliites.
Meet Boys Basketball Coach Tim Brafford! Tim brings an impressive 45-year coaching career to Loudonville High School, having significantly impacted various basketball programs. Starting his coaching career in the 1979-80 season at Crestview High School, Coach Brafford has also led teams at Mapleton and, most recently, at Clear Fork High School. Under his leadership, Clear Fork transformed from a 0-23 record in the 2021-22 season to a 10-13 record in the 2023-24 season—marking just the fifth double-digit win season in the past 18 years. Welcome to the team, Tim! Go Birds!
Congratulations to our Redbird spring All-Conference Honorees!
Our sixth graders traveled to the nearby Round Lake Camp on May 9-10 for an outdoor education experience. The students participated in different activities, including fishing, birding, a pond study, canoeing, team building, a campfire, relay races, a silent disco and a leadership talk. Even though there were constant rain showers on the first day, our sixth graders persevered through the activities and rounded out the trip with great weather on day two.
During our June Board of Education meeting, the Board approved a Resolution of Necessity for Bonds declaring it necessary to go on the ballot for constructing, furnishing, and equipping a new PK-12 building. This resolution followed a recommendation from the Facilities Task Force in May on a Master Facilities Plan in culmination of months of work in partnership with Garmann Miller. Learn more about the Master Facilities Plan by visiting our website: https://www.lpschools.k12.oh.us/o/lpevs/page/master-planning-and-faciliites.
Meet Girls Basketball Coach Daryl Young! Daryl has accepted the role of head coach, bringing an impressive track record of success. His twelve-year coaching journey spans from guiding teams to Arizona state championships to nurturing athletes' growth on and off the court. His athletic resume also boasts accolades, such as the Ashland Times-Gazette Girls Basketball Coach of the Year for the 2021-22 season. Welcome to the team, Daryl! Go Birds!
In May, the LHS Athletics Department celebrated 87 student-athletes who earned a place on the Athletic Honor Roll for the 2023-2024 school year. Kristin Ronai from the OHSAA joined the celebration as our guest speaker, delivering an important message about clarity, consistency and compassion. The Athletic Honor Roll recognizes Loudonville High School student-athletes taking classes primarily at LHS, the Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center or with qualifying College Credit Plus courses (grades 9-12) for their outstanding academic achievement during their seasons of athletic competition.
We are just over a week into summer break! What's on your summer reading list? Tell us in the comments!
Meet our new Redbird Athletic Director, Chad Spurlock! Chad assumes the role of Athletic Director with extensive experience in educational leadership and athletic administration. Spurlock's tenure as Assistant Principal and Athletic Director at Kingsway Christian School in Orrville, coupled with his previous role as an Athletic Administrator and Dean of Students at Green Local School District in Smithville, demonstrates his commitment to promoting excellence in the classroom and on the field. Welcome to the team, and go, Birds!
Wishing all of our Redbird Retirees rest & relaxation! We are so grateful for your dedication and support of our students throughout your time at L-P. Congratulations!
During our May Board of Education meeting, our treasurer’s department was recognized for receiving the Auditor of State Award for the 14th consecutive year in a row!
A special shout out to our Budd students for writing a book! Mrs. Vaughn's class held a special book signing in celebration.
Join us in wishing Braden and Tess good luck in the State Qualifier tomorrow evening!
