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We’re celebrating National Arts in Education Week! The arts inspire creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression, helping all Redbirds develop important skills for success both in and outside the classroom. Join us in celebrating access to quality arts education that enriches our schools and strengthens our community. 🎨

Students at McMullen Elementary are learning essential life skills through the “Too Good for Drugs” program, a partnership with the Ashland County Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (ACCADA). Led by Prevention Educator Wendy Lemon, OCPA (Ohio Crime Prevention Association), the program equips children with the tools needed to make healthy decisions, build confidence, and develop positive habits.

Learn more about the program at https://www.lpschools.k12.oh.us/article/2392096.

Our Rebird Girls Soccer Team will honor our military at their Saturday, September 13, game! Kick off is at 11 a.m. We hope to see you there!

We’re excited to welcome Kayla Robinson as our newest Preschool Teacher! Formerly a school nurse, Kayla discovered a passion for education and returned to school to earn her teaching degree.

Outside of school, Kayla loves traveling with her family—especially cruising and visiting Disney World.

Welcome to L‑P, Kayla! ❤️

The Loudonville-Perrysville Board of Education is accepting applications from qualified individuals to fill a vacant term on the Board of Trustees of the Loudonville Public Library.

Applicants must be registered voters residing within the L-P School District or registered voters of the county who reside outside the school district.

For more information, please visit https://www.lpschools.k12.oh.us/article/2406392.

This fall, Loudonville-Perrysville Exempted Village Schools is taking a meaningful step to support students’ mental health and well-being by introducing The Hope Squad. Designed for students in grades 4-12, the program will focus on fostering genuine connections, encouraging kindness, and creating a safe space for students to speak up, especially when it comes to bullying and suicide prevention.

This nationally recognized program, developed in response to growing concerns about bullying and student mental health, is an evidence-based, peer-to-peer suicide prevention program built on the power of connection. The program is part of the Suicide Prevention Resource Center’s Best Practice Registry, confirming its effectiveness and alignment with current expert guidance. Learn more about it here: https://www.lpschools.k12.oh.us/article/2369441

September is Attendance Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of students attending school regularly. Every day in class is a chance to learn, build relationships, and get the support they need. Let’s work together to reduce absences and set our Redbirds up for success! 👏

We are hiring! Apply now to become a Maintenance Technician for our district and help maintain spaces for our Redbirds. Learn more at lpschools.k12.oh.us.

We’re thrilled to welcome Brittany Kucnick as our new Intervention Specialist at LHS! She’s excited to join a district known for its supportive staff and strong community, and can’t wait to make an impact on student success.

Bonus fun fact: she hopes to complete a ropes course or zip line in all 50 states!

Welcome to L-P, Brittany! ❤️

Join us on Wednesday, September 3, at 7:30 p.m. for the Community Bonfire! Celebrate our Redbirds and a great start to the fall season. Bring your spirit and go Birds!

Happy Labor Day! There is no school today, September 1. Enjoy the day with your family and friends, Redbirds!

Reminder: There is no school on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend, Redbirds!

As LHS teachers and staff geared up for the first day of school, they attended a series of professional development days, which covered a variety of topics, including AED and Stop the Bleed trainings. Thank you to Nurse Johnson, Trainer Gorman, the Ohio Health Team and our senior student extraordinaires for leading the training sessions.

Here’s an important bus safety reminder for drivers! On roads with fewer than four lanes, all traffic in both directions must come to a complete stop when a school bus is stopped. You may only proceed once the bus starts moving again or the driver signals it’s safe to do so.

Let’s work together to keep our Redbirds safe—always stop for school buses! 🚌

Happy first day of school! We’re excited to welcome back our students and staff. Share your first-day photos with us in the comments—we’d love to see our Redbird returning for the new year! 📸

The beginning of a new school year is the perfect time to remind our students and community about the importance of school bus safety! Students, be sure to wait in your designated spot for pick-up, stay clear of the danger zone, and always follow your bus driver’s instructions. Here’s to another fantastic year ahead! 🚌

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Back to School Kickoff & Community Resource Event, including the local agencies who attended to share information with our families! We look forward to welcoming our Redbirds back to school next week!

Mark your calendars for our district-wide open house on Thursday, August 14! Drop by during the designated one-hour time slots to meet your teachers, explore your classrooms, ask questions, and gear up for an amazing year ahead!

- **McMullen:** 5:00-6:00 PM
- **Budd:** 5:30-6:30 PM
- **LHS:** 6:00-7:00 PM

We’re so excited to welcome our students and families back! 🏫📚

7th Grade Orientation is Monday, August 12, from 10:00-11:30 AM at LHS. All incoming 7th grade students are encouraged to attend! Students will meet their teachers, tour the campus, receive their class schedule, and practice their locker combination. Lunch will be provided. Parents should plan to pick up their student at 11:30 AM. If you have any questions, please call the school office at (419) 994-4101.