Teays Valley Local Schools -

We are so proud of our Vikings who were recognized at the Pickaway County Council on Youth Leadership Banquet on Sunday, August 31! Seven Teays Valley High School students were honored with certificates for their nomination: Abigail Baker, Katherine Charter, Madeline Frymyer, Lillian Gaal, Mitchell Isralewitz, Jensen Koch, and Nolan Lupfer. Special congratulations to: Abigail Baker – awarded the Youth Leader Award and invited to attend the “Town Meeting on Tomorrow” National Conference in St. Louis this October. Nolan Lupfer – named alternate for the Youth Leader Award Lillian Gaal – recipient of the Walter Hall Community Service Award Way to go, Vikings! #VikingPride

Join us this Friday at Viking Stadium for Military Appreciation Night!
We’re proud to honor all Veterans and active-duty service members with free admission to the game. Veterans can enter through the pass gate by showing their Military ID.
Kickoff is at 7 p.m. Let’s pack the stands to cheer on the Vikes and show our appreciation for those who have served and continue to serve our country!

At last night’s Board of Education meeting, we had the privilege of recognizing several individuals and organizations who have made meaningful contributions to our schools and students. Their generosity helps provide valuable opportunities and resources that enhance experiences across the district. We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of our community!

This morning at Convocation, we had the privilege of surprising some incredible staff members with special honors. ALL In Award recipients were recognized for going above and beyond in their commitment to our students, their colleagues, and the Viking community. Educator of Excellence Award recipients were honored for their outstanding teaching, dedication, and positive impact in the classroom. We are so proud of each of these amazing team members who truly make a difference every day! #VikingPride #
ALL In Award Recipients:
Jaymi Brumfield - Special Education Director
Teresa Garrabrant - South Bloomfield Elementary Cafeteria Manager
Educator of Excellence Award Recipients:
Brent McCorvey - Teays Valley High School English & Spanish Teacher
Megan Steube - Walnut Elementary School 1st Grade Teacher
Emily Yurcho - Teays Valley East Middle School 6th Grade Math & Science Teacher

This morning at Convocation, we had the honor of celebrating a truly golden milestone! These outstanding educators were presented with the Golden Apple Award from the Pickaway County ESC in recognition of their 30 years of dedication to education.
Their decades of service have impacted countless students, inspired colleagues, and strengthened our Viking community in immeasurable ways. Congratulations to each of you on this incredible achievement!
The recipients included Ronna Brisker, Christine Brown, Bruce Bryant, Lin Dawson, Bob DeLong, Annette Fadenholz, Rick Foose, Andi Koch and Jenny Stuckman.

Please join us in welcoming our new School Resource Officer to Viking Nation - Deputy Kory Yoder! Deputy Yoder will be serving Ashville Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School and Teays Valley East Middle School, working to build strong relationships with students and staff while helping keep our schools safe and secure. We’re excited to have him join the TV team! To learn more about safety initiatives in the Teays Valley School District, visit: https://www.tvsd.us/page/safety

Today during Summer Learning Camp, students took part in a Music Therapy session filled with rhythm, creativity, and connection! These sessions help students build social and communication skills in a fun, engaging way.

Please join us in congratulating and celebrating our amazing 2025 retirees! After years of dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to our students and schools, these incredible individuals are closing one chapter and beginning a well-deserved new one. Thank you for the lasting impact you've made on our district. You’ve inspired generations, built lasting relationships, and helped shape the future. We are so grateful for everything you've done! Once a Viking, always a Viking. Enjoy your retirement! You've earned it!

The TV Educational Foundation awarded $20,000 to the Teays Valley elementary schools to support the launch of a brand-new STEM class for the upcoming school year! This exciting addition will become part of the specials rotation at all four elementary schools, giving every student the opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on, engaging activities. The goal is to spark curiosity, foster problem-solving skills, and lay a strong foundation in these critical areas starting at a young age.

Congratulations to our outstanding Teays Valley High School French and Spanish students! We’re proud to share that several of our world language students earned national recognition for their exceptional performance on the 2025 National French Contest and National Spanish Exam! Their hard work, dedication, and passion for language learning truly set them apart. For more information and a list of the students who were honored, go to https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XQe3_B7rVWAX8kqNol7gFQ29ErupJ1XiMRYrIRWo69E/edit?usp=sharing

Join us for the Teays Valley High School Art Show on Tuesday, May 13, from 5-7 p.m. at TVHS! Come celebrate the creativity and talent of our amazing student artists. You'll see a wide variety of artwork on display, including paintings, drawings, pottery and mixed media. It's a great opportunity to support our students and experience the incredible work they've created this year. We hope to see you there!

We are excited to announce the hiring of Tracy Rieke as the new head coach of the Teays Valley High School girls basketball program. To learn more about Coach Rieke, click on this link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/16moGskj-oZ3ZmQ012b-juhFM7UlPlFJMTeBpWlZhYzg/edit?usp=sharing

We are excited to announce the hiring of Haley Evans as the new head coach of the Teays Valley High School volleyball program. To learn more about Coach Evans, click on this link - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rNz_gRSE3aIOpL-fFw7Y53Pa_UyQYMji/view?usp=sharing

Today the Teays Valley High School Global Scholars diploma program celebrated their graduates with a Take Action Fair. Seniors Brooklyn Herbert and Cameron Crego presented their projects that addressed global issues in the Teays Valley community.

Shout out to our Teays Valley High School HOSA students who attended the State Leadership Conference in Toledo this week! These future health professionals are positively representing Teays Valley as they participate in competitive events, leadership training, and networking opportunities with students from across Ohio. We're proud of their hard work and dedication!

Congratulations to Teays Valley High School juniors Katherine Charter and Divina Doan for being selected to attend Buckeye Girls State this summer! Hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary, Buckeye Girls State is a prestigious program that gives students the opportunity to learn about government, leadership, and civic responsibility through hands-on experiences. We are so proud of Katherine and Divina for representing Teays Valley at this incredible event!

We welcomed Teays Valley High School students Makylie Hayhurst-Berry, Mario McClaskey and Makinna Pinnion to tonight’s Board of Education meeting. They are a part of the Teacher Prep Program, which is in its first year of existence at TVHS. They shared how it has positively impacted their senior year and plans for their futures as educators.

We recognized bus driver Tabatha Carson during tonight’s Board of Education meeting. She demonstrated Teays Valley’s pillar - We provide a safe and caring environment - by going the extra mile to ensure the safety of one of our students.

Congratulations to the TVHS HOSA – Future Health Professionals team! In just its second year, the team placed in the top 10 in their division at the recent regional competition. Congratulations to Lydia McConahay, Abigail Daniels, Abigail Blake, and Zara Safdar for qualifying to compete at the State level! We are so proud of their dedication and passion for the health sciences field!

Shout out to Teays Valley High School teacher Lauren Sisley! We are excited to celebrate Mrs. Sisley, who has published her book, The Smoke We Shared. Her literary creation is now available on Amazon. If you'd like to check it out, go to https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRWYKT2V?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_ZT10PR8XH3DTGZQWVJW6&skipTwisterOG=1&bestFormat=true&newOGT=1