Dear Ram and Lady Ram Athletics Community,
The USHS athletic department and the Upper Sandusky Youth Soccer Board would like to take a moment to share a unified message to address some of the issues that have been the topic of discussion over the past week. First, WE would like to offer an apology for any misunderstanding or miscommunication that occurred. That was not intentional in any way and WE will work to improve this in the future. Next, WE want to thank everyone who shared their thoughts and opinions in a positive and meaningful manner. Your input, when shared responsibly, helps us guide our decisions about the direction of our sports programs. Secondly, although the conversations haven’t been productive or beneficial at times, WE are encouraged by the support shown by our community for our sports programs. Athletics are meant to be a positive and unifying force and WE are determined to rally our community through athletics. Ultimately, it’s our kids that WE are focused on and that is why WE believe this message is important. At this time, the discussion about a new softball facility has been moved to a long-term option that will continue to be investigated and communicated with the school district. Further discussions about this project will include transparent communication with all parties involved in a way that will ensure everyone has a voice in order to continue to provide athletic opportunities for all of our youth. Moving forward, WE are committed to working together for the benefit of our youth in all capacities. This includes sharing resources and facilities in order to make the athletic experiences of our youth the best it can be. But most importantly, WE want to establish open, honest, and positive communication with our community. WE also want to encourage our community members to do the same. If you have any questions or concerns about athletic programs, please contact the appropriate sources. Social media should be a place to celebrate the accomplishments of our athletic programs and not the place to raise concerns or spread negativity. It doesn’t help solve anything. Thank you all again for your continued support of our athletic programs and for helping us continue to focus on giving our kids the best that we can. WE are all Rams and WE are all committed to the same goal. RAM PRIDE!
Sincerely,
Blake England, USHS Athletic Director
Ian McCreary, USYS Board President
Johnathon Searfoss, USHS Varsity Boys Soccer Coach
Ty Calvin, USHS Varsity Girls Soccer Coach
Scott Morris, USHS Varsity Softball Coach
Youth soccer signups are here! Please see the attached flier for details.
REMINDER: Calling all USHS football and cheerleading alumni. It's time to dust off those pom poms, lace up those cleats, and slap on some Icy Hot for the inaugural USHS Alumni Flag Football game. This is a great opportunity for the gridiron greats of yesterday to get together to reminisce about the glory days and to engage in some friendly competition for bragging rights and to show the Rams of today "how we did things back in the day". This event is free to the public and will take place on Saturday, August 17th at noon at the USHS stadium. Come out and support Ram athletics in a unique way. If you are interested in participating in this event in some capacity, you can complete and return the registration form located in the rack outside the USHS main office. You can also use the link below to register as well . If you have any questions about this event, please contact the USHS athletic department. Ram Pride!
Alumni Flag Football Registration link: https://5il.co/2npx7
Location Update: The Upper Sandusky Board of Education will hold a special meeting/work session on Thursday, June 20th, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. in the high school library to discuss construction of a new softball field and memorials.
The Upper Sandusky Board of Education will hold a special meeting/work session on Thursday, June 20th, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. in the Central Office Conference Room to discuss the construction of a new softball field and memorials.
Here is the official 2024-2025 School Calendar in case you missed it being posted earlier. Any questions, call the Central Office at 419-294-2306.
Calling all USHS football and cheerleading alumni. It's time to dust off those pom poms, lace up those cleats, and slap on some Icy Hot for the inaugural USHS Alumni Flag Football game. This is a great opportunity for the gridiron greats of yesterday to get together to reminisce about the glory days and to engage in some friendly competition for bragging rights and to show the Rams of today "how we did things back in the day". This event is free to the public and will take place on Saturday, August 17th at noon at the USHS stadium. Come out and support Ram athletics in a unique way. If you are interested in participating in this event in some capacity, you can complete and return the registration form located in the rack outside the USHS main office. You can also use the link below to register as well . If you have any questions about this event, please contact the USHS athletic department. Ram Pride!
Alumni Flag Football Registration link:
https://5il.co/2npx7
The USHS Athletic Department is proud to recognize this year's Triple Crown Award winners. These student athletes participated in at least three sports this past school year and helped make a significant impact on our Ram athletic programs. The Triple Crown club is an exclusive group and these student athletes have the passion, determination, drive, and work ethic to make contributions to their respective teams and sports. We are proud of their efforts and are happy to acknowledge them. You can pick up your T-shirts in the athletic office anytime during the week between 8:00 and 3:00. This year's Triple Crown winners include:
Freshman:
Levi Plymale
Keegan Dunn
Lucas Alspach
Rowen Kennedy
Ryan Day
Ezekiel Baldwin
Nick Nieset
Cali Clabaugh
Averie Rowlinson
Shiloh Shasteen
Jonathan Craig
Troy Hoffbauer
Henry Minehart
Colton Penwell
Abigail Ault
Sophomores:
Josh Heilman
Joey Smith
Ethan Shoemaker
Mason Shaffer
Kyla Conley
Rylee McCreary
Aeris Caudill
Madelyn Collins
Bryn Cundiff
Kim Pohlman
Madison Hart
Lauren Parker
Juniors:
Brook Montgomery
David Gibson
Abe Baldwin
Hope Morris
Addyson Newman
Seniors:
Gavin Frey
Holden Daris
Ben Ault
Jenna Wenger
Arabel Kreais
Ram Pride!
Sales Tax Holiday - update
Due to the weather forecast it has been decided that the Candlelight vigil for Mac will be held on Monday night, June 3rd. It will be held on the front lawn of the High School. Please begin to gather at 7:45-8pm. There will be time to share memories and to visit before the candles (or phone flashlights) are lit at 8:30. All are welcome. If you would like to help with this event, please contact Brooke Woodford on Facebook.
I have agreed to help our community member make plans for a Candlelight Vigil for Mac. She has asked for a survey to determine the best evening for this to occur. If you are interested in attending, please take a moment to answer a single question survey found here: https://forms.gle/F72aPeTrU7Ldy4pa7 This poll will close at 4 pm Sunday June 2 to allow for planning purposes. Thank you for your help!
I have agreed to help our community member make plans for a Candlelight Vigil for Mac. She has asked for a survey to determine the best evening for this to occur. If you are interested in attending, please take a moment to answer a single question survey found here: https://forms.gle/F72aPeTrU7Ldy4pa7
This poll will close at 4 pm Sunday June 2 to allow for planning purposes.
IThank you for your help.
The Memorial Service for Matthew McConnaughey is scheduled for Thursday June 6th at Boyd-Born Funeral Home, 122 W. Columbia St. Marion, OH. Visitation will be 11-1 with the funeral to begin at 1pm.
In addition, Mac's room will be unlocked and the lights on during regular school hours for students or staff that cannot make the trip to Marion to find closure and say goodbye.
We ask that you do not enter the room as Mac's family has not yet collected his personal belongings, but we will have a table with a poster and markers to allow you leave messages for the family and a place to leave mementos should you desire. These items will be given to the family at the Memorial service on June 6th. His room will be left as is through Friday June 7th. Please remember the school is in 'summer mode' meaning the halls are full of desks and chairs and other classroom equipment, please excuse our mess.
A community member is organizing a candlelight vigil for the front lawn of the HS. Time and date is yet to be determined. I will let you know more info on that event when I have it as well.
We continue to make counselors available to any staff or student that contacts us.
It is in this time of need, that we must all take care of each other.
Attention USHS and USMS student athletes. There are still times available to get your son/daughter's physicals scheduled this summer. Wyandot Memorial Hospital is once again offering sports physicals for all USHS and USMS students who are planning on playing fall sports this upcoming season. The dates for these physicals are June 3-5 from 3:00 - 6:00 PM by APPOINTMENT ONLY and the cost is $20 with all proceeds going directly to the USHS Ram Booster Club. Please call WMH to schedule and take advantage of this great opportunity. Thanks in advance for your support and Go Rams and Lady Rams!
Graduation ceremony photos are now available here:
https://fatherandsons.shootproof.com/gallery/2024Graduation/
The Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 requires all School Food Authorities (SFAs) to
inform families about the availability and location of free meals for students over the
summer months through the Summer Food Service Program.
Did you know that free meals are served to school-aged youth each summer? Find
these free #summermeals using the #RangeApp. It's free! http://RangeApp.org #EndSummerHunger
Or click on the Summer Meals Site Finder below:
https://www.fns.usda.gov/summer/sitefinder
Or Call 1-866-3-HUNGRY(486479)
It is with great sadness that I must inform you about a loss to our school family. Mr. McConnaughey (Mac), an English teacher at Upper Sandusky High School died unexpectedly Monday night. Funeral arrangements will be posted when we have that information and counselors and clergy are on hand in case any students or staff need support in the coming days. We express our sincere condolences to the family, friends, coworkers and students of Mr. McConnaughey. He was a friend to many and a valued member of our Staff and will be missed.
Union Elementary and USMS staff celebrated 6 individuals for their years of service and we wish them the very best in retirement! From Left to right, Mary Brocklesby, Rick Gagnon, Cheryl Anspach, Jeff Fett, Becky Mckinnis and Stephanie Holycross! #onceaRAMalwaysaRAM
Elementary tour and Clap Out of the 2024 graduates is underway!
13 dozen donuts for grads and one large coffee for a tired Principal. It is graduation practice day!!!
