November 11, 2021
A Message from Your Superintendent
Dear Logan-Hocking School District,
In a previous message, I mentioned that the Logan-Hocking School District was recognized as a 2021 Blue Ribbon School. This prestigious award celebrates our hard work as a district, and shows how, even throughout the highs and lows of this year, we have continued to build a culture of mutual respect and trust for our students, families, and staff in every building. This award was created in 1986, and since then, the program has recognized over 9,0000 schools. This year,16 Ohio schools out of 325 in the entire United States were named a 2021 Blue Ribbon School.
Last week, three of our faculty members were honored by going to National Harbor, Maryland, to receive the award on behalf of Hocking Hills Elementary. A huge thank you to Amanda Stivison, 5th grade middle school teacher and former 4th grade teacher at Hocking Hills Elementary, Ken Dille, Principal at Hocking Hills Elementary, and Trina Barrell, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, for representing our school district and attending this ceremony. I have great pride in each student, parent, teacher, staff member and community member who plays a role in helping our children and our district succeed.

This is our district's fourth building since 2005 to receive a Blue Ribbon Award - what an incredible achievement! Last year, Central Elementary had the honor of winning this award, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, the ceremony was held virtually. We want to take this opportunity to recognize Central Elementary for their outstanding work at representing our district last year during a time of uncertainty and unprecedented challenges.

I hope that Chieftain Nation will join me in congratulating the staff, students and families of Hocking Hills Elementary and the entire Logan-Hocking School District!

Sincerely,

Monte Bainter, Superintendent and
The Logan Hocking Board of Education
Logan-Hocking School District
(740) 385-8517
LOGAN HOCKING SCHOOL DISTRICT