July 1, 2024
Dear Anthony Wayne Stakeholders,
We hope that you are having an enjoyable summer and have some time scheduled to spend time together during Family Week this week. It won’t be long before we are ready to welcome students back for a new school year. Be sure to read further down in this message for information about Returning Student Registration and Back to School.
I’m honored that the Board of Education has appointed me to serve as the interim superintendent of the District, and am working with Dr. Fritz to ensure a smooth transition. I look forward to collaborating with our staff, families and community members to provide the best possible opportunities for our students.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or suggestions you may have.
See you soon,
Kevin Herman, Interim SuperintendentAnthony Wayne Local Schools
Board of Education Meetings
Please refer to the Board meeting recap letter sent to stakeholders following the June meeting or watch the meeting video recording for updates from the Board of Education. The AWLS Board of Education will hold its next regular meeting at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 5 at the Central Administrative Office.
Family Week
Enjoy a week free of school-related activities and events! Family Week continues through July 7. The District encourages families to Play Hide and Seek with the General by searching for 3D printed action figures of the AW General mascot that are hidden throughout the community. More information is available on our website.
Road Closure Notice
Monclova Road will be closed between Waterville-Monclova and Jerome Road starting Monday, August 5 for a bridge replacement project. The closure will last 45 days. Please plan to use Waterville-Monclova Road to Stitt Road to Russell Road to Jerome Road as a detour.
Chromebook Care
Please help your child take good care of their school-issued devices over the summer. Refer to the instructions for Chromebook Care and contact us as soon as possible if you have any problems.
Summer Office Hours
Our schools and the Central Administrative Office are operating on summer hours. A building-by-building schedule is available online.
Upcoming Events
Refer to the District Events Calendar for a full listing of upcoming activities
June 30 - July 7 | AWLS Family Week: No school activities |
Thursday, July 4 | District Closed: Independence Day |
Monday, July 8 | Returning Student Registration Opens |
Monday, Aug. 5 | AWLS Board of Education Meeting, 8:00 a.m. |
Monday, Aug. 12 | Campus Registration Day, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Thursday, Aug. 15 | Primary Registration Day, Noon - 7:00 p.m. |
Tuesday, Aug. 20 | Open Houses, various times
see www.AnthonyWayneSchools.org/BacktoSchool for details |
Thursday, Aug. 22 | First Day of School for Grades 1-5, 7 and 9
Kindergarten students by appointment |
Friday, Aug. 23 | All students report to school Kindergarten students by appointment |
PREPARING FOR A NEW SCHOOL YEAR
Returning Student Registration
Parents/guardians may log into FinalForms to complete Returning Student Registration for the 2024-25 school year starting Monday, July 8. Watch your inbox for information and instructions about completing this important process.
REMINDER: Staggered Start for 2024-25 School Year
Not all students will begin school on the same day. In order to better support our students who are transitioning to new buildings, the District has implemented a staggered start for the 2024-25 school year:
Thursday, Aug. 22 | First Day of School for ONLY: Campus Schools - Grades 5, 7 & 9 Primary Schools - Grades 1-4 Kindergarten students by appointment |
Friday, Aug. 23 | All students, grades 1-12 report to class Kindergarten students by appointment |
Back to School 2024-25
School supply lists, open house dates and more information about the start of the 2024-25 school year can be found on the District website at: www.AnthonyWayneSchools.org/BacktoSchool.
SPECIAL NOTE: Student Schedules in PowerSchool
Student schedules in PowerSchool are not complete. Counselors and principals are still finalizing student schedules for the 2024-25 school year. Schedules and class assignments currently viewable in PowerSchool are subject to change.
Generals Athletics Pay-to-Participate Program
Details about the District’s new pay-to-participate program for AWHS and AWJH athletics were shared with families last month. This information is also available online at www.AnthonyWayneSchools.org/PaytoParticipate.
GENERALS IN THE NEWS
AWLS News: AWHS Junior Selected for Ohio House of Representative Student Art Exhibition
AWLS News: AWHS Class of 2024 Accomplishments and Future Plans
AWLS News: Anthony Wayne Treasurer’s Office Receives Auditor of State Award
13abc: Anthony Wayne to begin charging student athletes to play
13abc: Anthony Wayne BOE announces who the district intends to appoint as interim superintendent
BCSN: Local seniors leave lasting legacy at state track and field
BCSN: 2024 BCSN Honors recognizes top athletes, coaches and teams
The Blade: Anthony Wayne falls in Division I state semifinal
The Blade: Eight locals land on All-Ohio baseball first teams
The Blade: Toledo area soaring as hotbed for high school softball
The Blade: Several locals land on All-Ohio softball teams
The Blade: Families enjoy Whitehouse Cherry Fest parade, festivities
The Blade: Two area athletes notch third place finishes at national track and field meets
The Mirror: AW softball ends season ranked third in state
The Mirror: Coaching positions saved thanks to Boosters, donations
The Mirror: Get outdoors and play Generals hide and seek game
Toledo Area Parent: Preparing for the first day of kindergarten
WTOL: Anthony Wayne and Bryan make state softball appearances
WTOL: Anthony Wayne schools names intended interim superintendent
WTOL: Anthony Wayne’s state champion golf team tees off for final high school event