
Students also gathered for some exciting whole-group demonstrations, including a ProMedica Air Ambulance, K-9 demonstration, drone demonstration, and Taser demonstration.
A HUGE thank you to all of the local first responders and community partners who took the time to share their knowledge, skills, and experiences with our students. We appreciate everything you do for our community and for making today such a memorable learning experience!
Safety Forces Day participants included: Fostoria Police Department, Fostoria Fire Division, ProMedica, Seneca County Sheriff’s Office, Wood County Sheriff’s Office/SWAT Team, and the Seneca County Dog Warden.










This afternoon, our students were presented with a $500 check from Goodwill and 13abc to celebrate the win!
A HUGE thank you to our families and community members who cleaned out their closets, garages, and homes and donated throughout the week. This win was truly a community effort!
13,340 pounds! Way to show up, Fostoria!

When you donate, take a photo and submit it to your own social media networks with Goodwill tagged @goodwillnow to earn an extra 100 pounds!



Starting Monday, October 5, we need the entire Fostoria community to help us take on Eastwood and Rossford in the Goodwill “Pass It On Challenge,” brought to you by 13abc!
- Clean out your closets
- Gather up household items
- Donate old computers!
Bring it all to the Goodwill trailer in the FJSHS South Parking Lot
When: October 5–8, 2:00–6:00 PM
This competition is decided by WEIGHT, so every donation counts! On Friday, the trailers will be weighed, and the winning school will receive a $500 scholarship from Goodwill and 13abc.
While you are there, if you take a picture while donating, post it on social media and tag @goodwillnow it will add an extra 100 lbs. to the total weight!!!
Share this post with your family, friends, and neighbors, and help us fill that trailer!


Start with Community Cleanup Day tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 am - 12 pm where you can dispose of any trash you need to get rid of.
Then, save those gently used items! Next week, bring your donations to Fostoria City Schools Monday–Thursday for our Goodwill Pass It On Challenge!


Throughout the year, we welcome many alumni back for tours, and they are always amazed by how great our facilities look and how well they are maintained.
And right now, we’ve made it to the FINALS of the WTOL Big Board Friday Stadium Challenge — with the winner being announced tonight!
From our classrooms and hallways to our athletic facilities and everything in between, none of it would look the way it does without a strong, dedicated team working behind the scenes.
Thank you to our custodians for the hard work and pride you put into our district every day!

The Goodwill “Pass It On Challenge” is almost here, and Fostoria is going head-to-head with Eastwood and Rossford!
The challenge is simple: the school community that donates the most weight wins!
Bring your gently used clothing, household items, computers, and other accepted donations to:
Where: FJSHS South Parking Lot
When: October 5–8
Time: 2:00–6:00 PM
A Goodwill attendant will be there to accept your donations, and tax-deductible donation receipts will be available.
The trailers will be weighed on Friday, October 9, and the winner will receive a $500 scholarship from Goodwill and 13abc!
Every bag. Every box. Every pound helps!


Don't forget to join us for an exciting informational meeting on October 8th at 6:00 PM in the elementary cafeteria to learn all about our unforgettable 10-day trip to England and France in Summer 2029!
Who: Now open to current 6th–11th grade students and their families!
RSVP: Please let us know you're coming by RSVPing here: https://rsvp.eftours.com/6pn8h6s
Mark your calendars—we can't wait to see you there and start planning this adventure of a lifetime!

Join us for our Homecoming parade this Friday!




FJSHS is taking on Eastwood and Rossford in the Goodwill “Pass It On Challenge,” brought to you by 13abc! This year, we’re part of the Challenge’s first-ever three-way competition!
From October 5–8, our communities will compete to see who can donate the most weight to Goodwill Industries of Northwest Ohio.
When: October 5–8
Time: 2:00–6:00 PM
Where: Goodwill trailer in the FJSHS South Parking Lot
Goodwill attendants will be on site to accept clothing, household items, computers, and more. Tax-deductible donation receipts will also be available.
On Friday, the trailers will be weighed, and the winning school will receive a $500 scholarship from Goodwill and 13abc!
Start cleaning out those closets, basements, and garages — every pound counts!



R – Respect
For ourselves, others, and our school.
E – Effort
Giving our best, even when things are challenging.
D – Discipline
Doing what’s right, even when it isn’t easy.
M – Mindset
Believing we can learn, grow, and improve.
E – Empathy
Supporting others with kindness and understanding.
N – Never Give Up
Persevering through challenges and obstacles.
Congratulations, Gracy, we are so proud of you!

Join us for FES Make It Take It Night on September 30! You'll create activities together to take home and keep using after the event.
Date: Wednesday, September 30
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Fostoria Elementary School
Don't forget to RSVP! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSV9_TancwAaP8bnEnZ_z_34RtgwE8BW6yfvR_u0H_B3Jvzw/viewform?usp=header

Join us for Make It Take It Night on Wednesday, September 30, at 5:00 p.m.!
Families will work together to create math and reading activities to take home and use with their children.
RSVP today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSV9_TancwAaP8bnEnZ_z_34RtgwE8BW6yfvR_u0H_B3Jvzw/viewform?usp=header

We are proud of the hard work happening across Fostoria City Schools and excited to celebrate areas of progress, including gains in Graduation and College, Career, Workforce & Military Readiness.
There is always more work to do, and we remain committed to learning, growing, and moving forward together.
Thank you to our students, staff, families, and community for being part of the journey!
Inspire. Succeed. Leave a Legacy.

