The Pike County Spelling Bee was held on Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Ross-Pike Educational Service Center. Students from Eastern, Piketon, and Western Schools competed for the coveted title of spelling champion.
After twelve rounds of competition, Jacey Tinney, a seventh grader from Piketon Jr. High emerged victorious, clinching the title of Pike County Spelling Bee Champion. Jace displayed remarkable composure as he correctly spelled the championship word, "completely," securing his place as the top speller in the county. Zain Brigner, a sixth grader from Eastern earned a second-place title, and Kendal Stephan, a sixth grader from Eastern earned third place. Congratulations to each of these students for a well-deserved victory!
The Ross County Spelling Bee was held on Monday, February 26, 2024, at the Ross-Pike Educational Service Center. Students from Adena, Huntington, Southeastern, Unioto, and Zane Trace competed for the coveted title of spelling champion.
After twenty-one rounds of competition, Lily Smith, a sixth grader from Zane Trace emerged victorious, clinching the title of Ross County Spelling Bee Champion. Lily displayed remarkable composure as she correctly spelled the championship word, "laundromat," securing her place as the top speller in the county. Alyson Ashcroft, a seventh grader from Adena earned a second-place title, and Mya Vickers, a seventh grader from Southeastern earned third place. Congratulations to each of these ladies for a well-deserved victory!
The Ross County Spelling Bee not only celebrates academic excellence but also fosters a spirit of camaraderie and sportsmanship among participants. Each of the winners was presented with a trophy and medal, and the first-place winner was awarded a $50 gift card provided by Ross County Banking Center. Thank you to all participants, coaches, and school districts that made this event possible!
Mark your calendars for Summer Learning - Coming June 2024
Ross County Spelling Bee Monday, February 26, 2024
Pike County Spelling Bee Friday March 8, 2024
Both events will be live-streamed with a link available on our website on the day of.
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Spread the word for our Grandparent & Kinship Care Support Group
Ross Pike Educational Service District currently has positions available in Ross County. Please go to our website (www.rpesd.org) under "Employment Opportunities" complete an application and contact Tricia Crawford (tcrawford@rpesd.org) with a statement of interest.
The Ross-Pike ESD is excited to start the 2023-2024 school year! We will be hosting our All Staff Meeting on August 14, 2023 beginning at 8:30 am. All staff should report to the Ross Office, 475 Western Ave, Chillicothe.
Ross-Pike ESD and Pickaway County ESC are holding an in-person OTES 2.0 training. You must attend all three days.
Ross-Pike ESD has an opening for a school psychologist.
Ross-Pike ESD offices will be closing Friday, June 16 at 2:00pm and will be closed on Monday, June 19th. We will re-open on Tuesday, June 20th at 8:00am.
Grandparent Kinship Group!
Ross-Pike ESD has an anticipated opening for a preschool teacher at Zane Trace Elementary. Please go to our website (www.rpesd.org) under "Employment Opportunities" and complete an application. Resumes should be emailed to leslies@rpesd.org
Even though it's summer, our staff is still working hard! All our staff are trained in Handle with Care techniques.
At the May 22 Ross-Pike ESD board meeting, the governing board presented $250 checks to the Franklin B. Walter Award winners: Alli Tober (Southeastern) and Owen Armstrong (Piketon).
Ross-Pike ESD job posting: Assistant Superintendent
Ross-Pike ESD held their annual Math 24 competition for grades 7-9 yesterday at Piketon High School. Gabriel Oates (SE) was the 7th grade winner. Case Leist (E) was the grade 8 winner. Hayden Reinsmith (E) was the grade 9 winner. Cade Leist (E) was the overall grades 7-9 champion!
Opportunity through Ross County Health District
Interested in teaching at College for Kids this summer? We are looking for instructors! All instructors must have a current background check, and a bachelor's degree, or be over 18 and enrolled in a college education degree program. Contact Tricia Crawford with questions!
