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CONGRATULATIONS to the USHS Varsity Boys Cross Country team who finished as runners-up out of 17 teams at Saturday's Ontario Invitational. Leading the Runnin' Rams was Junior Henry Minehart who placed 13th out of 118 runners with a time of (17:51.88) and Sophomore Andrew Leightey who was 17th with a time of (18:01.61).

The Lady Rams were 4th out of 16 teams. Leading the Lady Rams was Junior Jocelyn Leightey who finished 8th out of the 142 runner field in a time of (20:45.31) and Freshman Madison Miles who was 16th in a time of 21:24.23.

Another great performance by our Varsity Cross Country teams who will be back in action next Saturday at the Old Fort Invite.

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USHS/USMS WEEKLY ATHLETIC SCHEDULE

We are entering the final countdown of the fall sports season but there is still a lot of competition to be played. Here is a recap of this past week's action:

- Varsity Football gets a league win on the road.
- Varsity Volleyball continues through the N10 schedule.
- Varsity Girls Tennis enters final week of regular season.
- Varsity Girls /Boys Golf prepare for postseason play.
- Varsity Cross Country continues their hot streak at Ontario Invite.
- Varsity Boys Soccer gets another conference win.
- Varsity Girls Soccer plays tough during a tough week.

Here is what's going on this week in USHS/USMS athletics:

Monday, September 22
*4:15 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis @ Ontario (originally scheduled for 9/23)
5:00 PM - JH Volleyball v. Colonel Crawford
5:30 PM - JV/Varsity Volleyball @ Hopewell-Loudon

Tuesday, September 23
9:00 AM - Varsity Girls Golf @ DII Sectional (Valley View GC)
5:00 PM - JH Football v. Mohawk
5:30 PM - JV/Varsity Volleyball @ Buckeye Central
*6:00 PM - JV Boys Soccer @ Ontario (1/2 game)
7:00 PM - Varsity Boys Soccer v. Ontario

Wednesday, September 24
*5:00 PM - JH Volleyball @ Allen East (new to schedule)
5:00 PM - Varsity Girls Soccer v. Ada

Thursday, September 25
9:00 AM - Varsity Boys Golf @ DII Sectional (Moose Landing GC)
5:00 PM - JH Volleyball @ Wynford
5:00 PM - Varsity Boys Soccer v. Ada
5:30 PM - JV/Varsity Volleyball v. Carey
*7:00 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis v. Bucyrus (please note match time change)
*7:00 PM - JV Boys Soccer v. Ada (1/2 game)

Friday, September 26
7:00 PM - Varsity Football v. Seneca East

Saturday, September 27
9:00 AM - JH/HS Cross Country @ Old Fort Invite
10:00 AM - Varsity Girls Soccer @ Columbus Grove
10:00 AM - JV Football @ Seneca East

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USHS Bowling teams are back after a successful first season for year number 2! Sign up to join the USHS Bowling Team - Girl and Boy Teams. Sign up using the QR code on the flyer outside the HS office door! Any questions, contact Coach Paul Mates or Coach Caleb Carroll.

GOLFER OF THE YEAR ALERT!

One final CONGRATULATIONS goes out to Freshman Toby Holman who was named the N10 Golfer of the Year at yesterday's N10 Championship. Toby had an incredible season with a 38.75 average and scoring over 150 points on the year. Toby's accomplishment adds his name to the long list of USHS golfers who have earned the league's highest honor and also continues USHS's streak of golfer of the year winners (5 straight years). Ram Nation is so proud of Toby's accomplishments but even more proud of how he represents our school and community on and off the course. Congratulations Toby!

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The USHS Athletic Department would also like to send another very special CONGRATULATIONS to the USHS Varsity Girls Golf team for their 2nd place league finish. The Lady Rams completed their historic regular season with a 2nd place finish at the league tournament Tuesday at Woody Ridge GC. The ladies finished the season with a 10-2 record and earned 30 points on the season. This marks the best finish for the Lady Rams in program history! Several Lady Rams also took home All-N10 honors. Freshman Jillian Stansbery earned 1st Team All-N10 honors (46 average). Fellow Freshman Cece Alspach earned earned 2nd Team All-N10 honors (54 average). While Juniors Avi Niederkohr and Addison Niederkohr earned 2nd Team All-N10 honors (49.75 average and 51.07 average). Senior Alayna Huff earned Honorable Mention honors (54.12 average). Congratulations to the Lady Rams Golf team and Coach Newell for their fantastic season and good luck in the postseason which begins next week at Valley View GC.

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The USHS Athletic Department would like to send a very special CONGRATULATIONS to the USHS Varsity Boys Golf team for their 2nd place league finish. The Rams completed their regular season schedule with the league tournament yesterday at Woody Ridge GC. The boys finished the season with a 38-4 record with an accumulated 46 points. The Rams also took home several All-N10 honors. Freshman Toby Holman earned 1st Team All-N10 honors (150.5 points). Senior Arden Stansbery earned 2nd Team All-N10 honors (69.00 points). Sophomores Sam Gibson and Levi Swavel earned 2nd Team All-N10 honors (80 points and 76.50 points). Junior Seth Smith earned 2nd Team all-N10 honors (74.50 points) while fellow Junior Gage Thiel earned Honorable Mention honors (40.50 points). Congratulations to the Rams Golf team and Coach Treadway for their fantastic season and good luck in the postseason which begins next week at Moose Landing GC.

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This message is for the Union building only. Due to the cancellation of school today the Union Cafeteria will be serving Wednesday's menu on Thursday. Friday's menu will stay the same.

Today is Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Although fog is lifting in other parts of the district, the western part of the district is very heavy and visibility is poor. Upper Sandusky schools will be closed today.

Our phone alert system is NOT delivering our two-hour delay phone call due to technical issues, and there is no one manning their Support Dept. at this hour. So, please assist us in spreading the news. It has been posted to social media, the district app, email, and our website. We apologize for this. We currently have no control over the software..

Today is Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Due to patchy dense fog throughout the district this morning Upper Sandusky schools will be on a two hour delay.

USHS ATHLETIC UPDATE

Due to injuries to both teams, tonight's JV Boys Soccer game against Ottoville has been CANCELLED. A reschedule date is being discussed.

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The USHS Athletic Department would like to wish our Varsity Boys and Girls Golf teams GOOD LUCK as they swing for an N10 Championship this week. The Lady Rams will be in action tomorrow at Woody Ridge GC as they try to win their first N10 title in school history. Tee time begins at 9:00 AM.

The Rams will attempt to reclaim their N10 crown on Wednesday at Woody Ridge GC. Tee time is also at 9:00 AM. Good luck to both teams. Ram Nation is rooting for you.

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Here our a first round (continued) of Positive Office Referrals for the 25-26 School Year. The following students have displayed one of the five characteristics of the district Portrait of a Ram (Adaptability, Communicating Effectively, Critical Thinking, Integrity, Responsibility). We want to recognize these students for their actions in making USHS an amazing school. Jordan A was recognized for Thinking Critically by Mr. Carroll for coming in to get extra help on a problem that he wasn't understanding in class. Felicity B was recognized for Responsibility by Mrs. Schoonover for asking to start a test during her study hall so that she could get it finished on time. Jarred LG was recognized for Responsibility by Mrs. Dunn for increasing his participation in Spanish. Luke S was recognized for Adaptability by Mrs. Schoonover for his ability to self regulate during a classroom conflict with another student.

Here our a first round (continued) of Positive Office Referrals for the 25-26 School Year. The following students have displayed one of the five characteristics of the district Portrait of a Ram (Adaptability, Communicating Effectively, Critical Thinking, Integrity, Responsibility). We want to recognize these students for their actions in making USHS an amazing school. Talon C was recognized for Integrity by Mr. Carroll for helping to arrange the classroom to be more productive. Thomas T was recognized for Integrity by Mrs. Dunn for his continued interest and excellent attitude in Spanish. Layne R was recognized for Responsibility by Mr. Pohlman for staying behind and helping classmates when the rest of the class was outside. Winston J was recognized for Responsibility by Mrs. Seifert for emailing his teacher to get his assignments on a day he was absent. Jaylynn S was recognized for Communicating Effectively by Mrs. Schoonover for advocating for herself here at the HS. Logan E was recognized for Responsibility by Mrs. Miles for helping to clean up after a class activity without being asked. Jackson M was recognized for Adaptability by Ms. Jenkins for his work and interest in improving the choir.

Here our a first round of Positive Office Referrals for the 25-26 School Year. The following students have displayed one of the five characteristics of the district Portrait of a Ram (Adaptability, Communicating Effectively, Critical Thinking, Integrity, Responsibility). We want to recognize these students for their actions in making USHS an amazing school. Afton G was recognized for Responsibility by Mr. Carroll for helping in the parking lot. Jamie B was recognized for Adaptability by Mr. Carroll for challenging himself in the courses he was taking. Kya M was recognized for Responsibility by Mr. England for helping to clean up the student section after the first football game. Wyatt J was recognized for Integrity by Mrs. Seifert for his help during study hall. Kayler S was recognized for Communicating Effectively by Mrs. Seifert by reporting a pre-planned absence and getting her work ahead of time. Lily T was recognized for Communicating Effectively by Mrs. Schoonover for helping another student in the classroom. Sway P was recognized for Responsibility by Mrs. Schoonover for coming in to get help when needed. Maritza E was recognized for Responsibility by Mr. Frazee for helping to clean up the cafeteria after breakfast even though it wasn't her mess. Molly M was recognized for Integrity by Mr. Miller by volunteering to take care of a daily chore in the classroom. Paige V was recognized for Communicating Effectively by Mrs. Seifert for alerting her teacher to her upcoming absences do to fair.

USHS/USMS WEEKLY ATHLETIC SCHEDULE

The fall sports season completed another week and moved closer to completion. Here is a recap of the action:

- Varsity Football looks to regroup for a road trip to Wynford.
- Varsity Volleyball completes the first round of their N10 schedule.
- Varsity Girls Tennis plays tough with four matches in the week.
- Varsity Girls Golf finishes off a historic regular season.
- Varsity Boys Golf is in a great position to reclaim their N10 title.
- Varsity Cross Country continues to run well at Galion Invite.
- Varsity Boys Soccer had a tough week against tough opponents.
- Varsity Girls Soccer continues to hang tough as league play continues

More athletic action this week including two league championship opportunities so get out there and support all of our fall sport athletes. Here is what's going on this week:

Monday, September 15
4:00 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis @ River Valley
5:00 PM - JH Volleyball @ Buckeye Central
5:30 PM - JV Boys Soccer @ Mohawk

Tuesday, September 16
9:00 AM - Varsity Girls Golf @ N10 Championships (Woody Ridge GC)
5:00 PM - JH Football @ Bucyrus
5:00 PM - JV Boys Soccer v. Ottoville
5:30 PM - JV/Varsity Volleyball v. Mohawk
6:00 PM - Varsity Girls Soccer @ Miller City

Wednesday, September 17
9:00 AM - Varsity Boys Golf @ N10 Championships (Woody Ridge GC)
4:15 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis v. Harding
5:00 PM - JH Volleyball v. Ridgedale

Thursday, September 18
4:15 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis v. Calvert
5:00 PM - Varsity Boys Soccer @ Cory-Rawson
5:00 PM - JH Volleyball v. Carey
5:00 PM - JH XC Elk's Invite (Harrison Smith Park)
5:30 PM - JV/Varsity Volleyball @ Bucyrus

Friday, September 19
7:00 PM - Varsity Football @ Wynford

Saturday, September 20
*8:00 AM - JH Volleyball v. Crest line (please note game time change)
9:00 AM - JH/HS Cross Country @ Ontario Invite (Marshall Park)
10:00 AM - JV/Varsity Volleyball @ Crestview
10:00 AM - JV Football v. Wynford
10:00 AM - Varsity Boys Soccer @ River Valley
12:00 PM - Varsity Girls Soccer v. Shelby

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High School picture retakes will be September 17th from 8:30a - 1:15p. If you didn't have your picture taken it must be taken that day to get your student ID! Parents keep an eye on your email to see how to order your pictures!

CONGRATULATIONS goes out to the USHS Lady Rams Cross Country team who were runners-up at the Stars, Stripes, Lights Meet hosted by Seneca East. The field consisted of 18 teams and 212 runners. Pacing the Lady Rams was Junior Jocelyn Leightey who turned in a 10th place finish with a time of 20:14.49. Fellow Junior Abigail Ault also cracked the top 20 with a 14th place finish in a time of 20:37.38. Another great performance logged by our Runnin' Lady Rams.

The boys team finished 6th out of 21 teams and were led by Sophomores Franklin Arnold and Andrew Leightey who finished 26th and 27th out of 227 runners respectfully (17:17.02 and 17:19.44). Both teams will be back in action on Saturday at the Galion Invite.

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USHS/USMS WEEKLY ATHLETIC SCHEDULE

It's Wyandot County Fair week but there are still a lot of athletic events going on right across the street. Here is a recap of last week's action:

- Varsity Football gets win one of the season on Hall of Fame Night.
- Varsity Volleyball looks to regroup as N10 play continues.
- Varsity Girls Tennis has a big week with three home matches.
- Varsity Girls Golf heads into final week of the regular season.
- Varsity Boys Golf closes in on N10 crown with final shootout looming.
- Varsity Cross Country turns in great performance at Stars, Stripes, Lights Invite.
- Varsity Boys Soccer racks up more wins and pushes their record to 6-2.
- Varsity Girls Soccer stays hot with another successful week.

More athletic action this week so grab a funnel cake, check out the Merchants building, and get over to USHS/USMS and catch some fall sport action. Here is what's on tap this week:

Monday, September 8
*5:00 PM - Freshman Football v. Liberty-Benton (new to schedule and venue change)
4:00 PM - Varsity Boys Golf @ N10 Shootout #6 (GC of Bucyrus)
4:15 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis v. River Valley
4:30 PM - Varsity Girls Golf v. Carey/Mohawk
5:00 PM - JH Volleyball v. Mohawk

Tuesday, September 9
4:30 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis v. Clyde
5:00 PM - JH Football v. Seneca East
5:00 PM - Varsity Girls Golf v. Seneca East
5:30 PM - JV/Varsity Volleyball v. Wynford

Wednesday, September 10
5:00 PM - JH Volleyball @ Liberty-Benton
4:30 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis v. Perkins
5:00 PM - JV Boys Golf @ Liberty-Benton (Sycamore Springs GC)
7:00 PM - Varsity Girls Soccer @ Liberty-Benton

Thursday, September 11
4:30 PM - Varsity Girls Golf @ Kenton/McComb (Veterans Memorial GC)
4:30 PM - Varsity Girls Tennis @ Madison
5:00 PM - JH Volleyball @ Bucyrus
5:30 PM - JV/Varsity Volleyball @ Seneca East
7:00 PM - Varsity Boys Soccer v. Liberty-Benton

Friday, September 12
7:00 PM - Varsity Football v. Carey

Saturday, September 13
10:00 AM - JV Football @ Carey
9:00 AM - JH/HS Cross Country @ Galion Invite (Amman's Reservoir)
5:00 PM - JV Boys Soccer @ Edison
5:00 PM - Varsity Boys Soccer @ Edison
10:00 AM - Varsity Girls Soccer v. Mansfield Senior

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