🦁 It is a Great Day to be a Minerva Lion! ❤️🩶
Today we celebrated the dedication of the Pat and RC Miller Bridge at Municipal Park!
Thank you to the Village of Minerva and Stark Parks for their vision, partnership, and hard work in making this outstanding project a reality.
This bridge is used every day by our students and community youth as they enjoy one of Minerva’s beautiful parks. It is only fitting that the bridge bears the names of Pat and RC Miller.
The Miller family’s impact on Minerva Local Schools and our community is immeasurable. Their generosity, commitment, and support have touched countless lives and helped make Minerva a better place for generations of students.
We are incredibly grateful for everything the Miller family has done for our schools and our community. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
#MinervaPride 🦁
Minerva Local Schools Earns Prestigious Ohio Auditor of State Award
MINERVA, Ohio – July 10, 2026 – Minerva Local Schools has once again been recognized for its exceptional fiscal management. Superintendent Mark Scott announced today that the district has received the prestigious Ohio Auditor of State Award, in recognition of its excellence in financial reporting and compliance for the 2025 fiscal year.
Dawn Baker, the Ohio Auditor of State East Region Liaison, officially presented the award to Treasurer Ashley Beaumariage and her team, assistants Emily Winter and Mandy Mitchell, celebrating their outstanding and transparent accounting practices.
An Outstanding Distinction
The Auditor of State Award is reserved for entities that achieve a completely "clean" audit report. To qualify, a district's financial operations must show:
Zero findings for recovery
No material citations or material weaknesses
No significant deficiencies
A commitment to high ethical standards and operational best practices
"We have earned this honor many times, but it should not be taken for granted, as less than 8% of Ohio agencies that are eligible receive this award," said Superintendent Scott. "The citizens of Minerva are well served by the outstanding financial vision and leadership of Treasurer Beaumariage and her team!"
Superintendent Scott emphasized that the award reflects the district's ongoing promise to its residents.
"At Minerva Local Schools, we continue to implement best practices and be great stewards of the resources that are entrusted to us," Scott added. Accepting the honor on behalf of her department, Treasurer Ashley Beaumariage credited the achievement to a collaborative culture.
"We are very proud and honored to receive the Auditor of State Award," Beaumariage stated. "This is a team effort, and we are very excited to continue to work towards this goal every year."
Pictured Left to Right: Dawn Baker, Ohio Auditor of State East Region Liaison; Ashley Beaumariage, Minerva Local Treasurer; and Minerva Local Treasurer's Assistants Emily Winter and Mandy Mitchell.
Congratulations to 2026 Minerva High School Grad Aubrie Prendergast!
While attending the HOSA International Leadership Conference in Indianapolis, Aubrie was recognized for earning the prestigious Barbara James Service Award – Gold Level.
To achieve the Gold Award, students must complete 250 hours of community service. Aubrie didn’t just meet the requirement—she far exceeded it by completing an incredible 735 hours of service! 🤯👏
We are so proud of Aubrie’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to serving others. Congratulations on this outstanding accomplishment! Thank you for representing Minerva High School and RG Drage at the International Leadership Conference!
Minerva Local Schools is looking for an afternoon custodian at Minerva Elementary School! Head over to our website and click on the employment tab to learn more. #Minervapride
https://www.mlsd.sparcc.org/o/mlsd/page/employment
MHS Class of 1976! Go Lions! 🦁
📸 Credit- Dunlap Photography
Mrs. Gonzalez will be in the MHS Office on Mondays from 9-11 am throughout the summer. Please email her or leave a message on our office phone. (330)868-4134
The parade is a great kick-off to the Homecoming! It is fun to see our Minerva Lions out with their teams and organizations. Be sure to stop by Brock Park to support the many local groups and vendors over the next few days! #MinervaPride
🚨 LAST CALL: SENIOR CLASS OF 2027 PARKING SPOTS! 🚨
Please return your completed form and payment this Thursday or Friday between 10:00–11:30 AM.
If you need a different time, please contact Mrs. Gonzalez at gonzalezs@minerva.sparcc.org to schedule an appointment.
Ready to paint your senior parking spot? Be sure to read ALL requirements, rules, payment information, and design guidelines before submitting your forms.
All forms and information can be found here ⬇️
https://canva.link/ieok1qc2o4g8caf
Don't miss your chance to reserve and personalize your spot!
Please return your completed form and payment this Thursday or Friday between 10:00–11:30 AM.
If you need a different time, please contact Mrs. Gonzalez at gonzalezs@minerva.sparcc.org to schedule an appointment.
Ready to paint your senior parking spot? Be sure to read ALL requirements, rules, payment information, and design guidelines before submitting your forms.
All forms and information can be found here ⬇️
https://canva.link/ieok1qc2o4g8caf
Don't miss your chance to reserve and personalize your spot!
Minerva Local Schools' Strong Spring 2026 Test Scores and Rising Attendance Rates: Preliminary Data
It is a Great Day to be a Minerva Lion!
Minerva Local Schools recently received preliminary data from the Spring 2026 Ohio State Test (OST) administration; district leadership is excited about the early results!
The Ohio State Tests are standardized assessments used to measure student mastery of Ohio’s Learning Standards across grades 3–8 and high school end-of-course exams.
Minerva Local demonstrated academic growth: students scored proficient or above at a rate higher than the State average in 16 of 18 State-tested areas (with grade three results still pending). This data is an increase from Spring 2025 results, in which we were proficient or above at a rate higher than the State average in 13 of 18 State-tested areas.
The district's academic success goes hand in hand with student engagement. Driven by the district mission statement, "Every child, every minute, every day," Minerva Local Schools saw its overall student attendance rate climb to 95.9% for the 2025–2026 school year, a 2% increase over last school year. While only 2%, it is huge growth and has required regular communication and collaboration with our families.
Minerva Local appreciates the hard work of our students, teachers, administration, and support staff. Thank you to our supportive parents and community who take great pride in our students and school district.
Go Lions!
It is a Great Day to be a Minerva Lion!
Minerva Local Schools recently received preliminary data from the Spring 2026 Ohio State Test (OST) administration; district leadership is excited about the early results!
The Ohio State Tests are standardized assessments used to measure student mastery of Ohio’s Learning Standards across grades 3–8 and high school end-of-course exams.
Minerva Local demonstrated academic growth: students scored proficient or above at a rate higher than the State average in 16 of 18 State-tested areas (with grade three results still pending). This data is an increase from Spring 2025 results, in which we were proficient or above at a rate higher than the State average in 13 of 18 State-tested areas.
The district's academic success goes hand in hand with student engagement. Driven by the district mission statement, "Every child, every minute, every day," Minerva Local Schools saw its overall student attendance rate climb to 95.9% for the 2025–2026 school year, a 2% increase over last school year. While only 2%, it is huge growth and has required regular communication and collaboration with our families.
Minerva Local appreciates the hard work of our students, teachers, administration, and support staff. Thank you to our supportive parents and community who take great pride in our students and school district.
Go Lions!
🦁❤️ Go Lions! ❤️🦁
Members of the newly formed Minerva Rotary Interact Leadership Club spent part of Sunday helping beautify Minerva’s parks in preparation for Minerva Homecoming!
The Interact Club is a student-led service organization sponsored by the Rotary International and supported locally by the Minerva Rotary Club. Interact gives high school students opportunities to develop leadership skills, serve their communities, build friendships, and make a difference through meaningful service projects. Members learn the value of teamwork, responsibility, and civic engagement while creating positive change both locally and around the world.
Thank you to these student leaders for representing Minerva with pride and helping keep our community looking its best. The future is bright for the Minerva Rotary Interact Leadership Club!
#GoLions #MinervaPride #ServiceAboveSelf #InteractClub #CommunityService #LeadershipInAction 🦁❤️🩶
Dear Minerva Community,
The Village of Minerva is working to take the next crucial step in creating the Minerva Masterplan (Comprehensive Plan) and needs your input!
To ensure the future growth and development of our community reflects the needs of its residents, they are gathering vital information directly from you.
Please take a few moments to share your thoughts by completing the online survey at the link below:
👉 Take the Minerva Masterplan Survey:
https://arcg.is/1WrfLq4
We have also attached an official announcement flyer with more details.
Thank you for your time, your feedback, and your continued dedication to making Minerva a wonderful place to live, learn, and grow.
Best Regards,
Greg Mytinger
Village Administrator
Village of Minerva, OH
The Village of Minerva is working to take the next crucial step in creating the Minerva Masterplan (Comprehensive Plan) and needs your input!
To ensure the future growth and development of our community reflects the needs of its residents, they are gathering vital information directly from you.
Please take a few moments to share your thoughts by completing the online survey at the link below:
👉 Take the Minerva Masterplan Survey:
https://arcg.is/1WrfLq4
We have also attached an official announcement flyer with more details.
Thank you for your time, your feedback, and your continued dedication to making Minerva a wonderful place to live, learn, and grow.
Best Regards,
Greg Mytinger
Village Administrator
Village of Minerva, OH
Lions in Leadership: Minerva Girls Track & Cross Country Attends "She Leads" Event
MINERVA, OH— Members of the Minerva Girls Track and Cross Country program took a break from the track today to invest in their leadership potential, participating in the Stark County ESC High Impact Conference "She Leads" event.
The powerful conference featured a keynote address from Dr. Calder, who offered the student-athletes a rare, inside glimpse into the intense life of a combat pilot. Dr. Calder shared a defining moment from her military career that tested her in ways no standard checklist could prepare her for, revealing the deeper leadership capacities required to sustain courage, clarity, and endurance when the stakes are real and the pressure is at its highest.
Through lessons forged in combat and firmly grounded in the science of Psychological Capital, the presentation provided the Minerva athletes with invaluable strategies for building mental resilience. The program's participation in the event highlights Minerva's commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes who lead both in sport and in the community.
MINERVA, OH— Members of the Minerva Girls Track and Cross Country program took a break from the track today to invest in their leadership potential, participating in the Stark County ESC High Impact Conference "She Leads" event.
The powerful conference featured a keynote address from Dr. Calder, who offered the student-athletes a rare, inside glimpse into the intense life of a combat pilot. Dr. Calder shared a defining moment from her military career that tested her in ways no standard checklist could prepare her for, revealing the deeper leadership capacities required to sustain courage, clarity, and endurance when the stakes are real and the pressure is at its highest.
Through lessons forged in combat and firmly grounded in the science of Psychological Capital, the presentation provided the Minerva athletes with invaluable strategies for building mental resilience. The program's participation in the event highlights Minerva's commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes who lead both in sport and in the community.
🦁 It is a Great Day to be a Minerva Lion!
Minerva High School Senior and National Honor Society President Kaden Knappenberger recently presented to the Minerva Rotary Club about the new Rotary-sponsored Interact Club, a student-led organization focused on community service that will launch at Minerva High School during the 2026-2027 school year.
Kaden also delivered his public speaking presentation examining the benefits and challenges of the oil and gas industry, mineral rights, and their impact on small communities. His thoughtful research and professionalism highlighted important issues that affect many local residents and businesses.
Congratulations to Kaden for representing Minerva High School with excellence and leadership. We look forward to seeing the positive impact the Interact Club will have on our school and community!
#MinervaPride 🦁
🦁🚌 Minerva Bus Drivers Attend S.T.A.R.T. School Bus Safety Training
On Tuesday, June 2, our Minerva bus drivers participated in the S.T.A.R.T. School Bus Safety Program at Sandy Valley High School. Law enforcement officers provided valuable training on the most effective techniques and best practices to help keep our students safe every day.
It was a productive day of learning and collaboration that made the best bus driving staff in the state even stronger!
A special thank you to all of our bus drivers for their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to providing Minerva students with the safest and best possible transportation experience. We appreciate everything you do for our students and community.
❤️🩶 Go Lions! 🦁🚌
On Tuesday, June 2, our Minerva bus drivers participated in the S.T.A.R.T. School Bus Safety Program at Sandy Valley High School. Law enforcement officers provided valuable training on the most effective techniques and best practices to help keep our students safe every day.
It was a productive day of learning and collaboration that made the best bus driving staff in the state even stronger!
A special thank you to all of our bus drivers for their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to providing Minerva students with the safest and best possible transportation experience. We appreciate everything you do for our students and community.
❤️🩶 Go Lions! 🦁🚌
TICKET PUNCHED: Minerva Lions Track and Field Stars Headed to OHSAA State Championships
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The qualifiers are officially set for this week’s Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Jesse Owens Track and Field State Championships. The prestigious meet is scheduled to begin this Thursday afternoon at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in Columbus. Marking a historic milestone, this year's event represents the 119th annual boys and 51st annual girls state tournament, and it will be the very first state tournament contested under the OHSAA's new five-division format.
The Minerva Lions will be well-represented on the biggest stage in Ohio, sending an elite group of individual and relay qualifiers who have earned their opportunity to compete through hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the season.
Minerva's 2026 State Qualifiers
The following student-athletes have officially punched their tickets to Columbus:
Boys 4x800m Relay: The team of Tyson Fetty, Owen Yoder, Rowen Hoffee, and Anderson Scott.
Girls 4x800m Relay: The team of Makenzie Beavers, Addison Keyser, Tateum Richard, and Charlie Galley.
Rowen Hoffee: Qualifying individually in the 1600m race.
Owen Shick: Qualifying individually in both the 100m and 200m sprints.
Tateum Richard: Qualifying individually in the 800m run.
Makenzie Beavers: Qualifying individually in the 3200m run.
How to Watch and Attend
For Lions fans planning to make the trip to support our athletes in person, tickets are available online through Ticketmaster, which can also be accessed directly by visiting www.OHSAA.org/tickets.
If you cannot make the trip to Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium this weekend, you can still catch every moment of the action live from home. Utilizing nine cameras positioned around the venue, the NFHS Network will provide comprehensive, live streaming coverage of every track and field event throughout the weekend at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/states/OH.
Enjoy the experience, trust your training, and leave it all on the track, Lions! The entire Minerva community is incredibly proud of each and every one of you. Bring the energy, make some memories, and good luck at State!
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The qualifiers are officially set for this week’s Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Jesse Owens Track and Field State Championships. The prestigious meet is scheduled to begin this Thursday afternoon at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in Columbus. Marking a historic milestone, this year's event represents the 119th annual boys and 51st annual girls state tournament, and it will be the very first state tournament contested under the OHSAA's new five-division format.
The Minerva Lions will be well-represented on the biggest stage in Ohio, sending an elite group of individual and relay qualifiers who have earned their opportunity to compete through hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the season.
Minerva's 2026 State Qualifiers
The following student-athletes have officially punched their tickets to Columbus:
Boys 4x800m Relay: The team of Tyson Fetty, Owen Yoder, Rowen Hoffee, and Anderson Scott.
Girls 4x800m Relay: The team of Makenzie Beavers, Addison Keyser, Tateum Richard, and Charlie Galley.
Rowen Hoffee: Qualifying individually in the 1600m race.
Owen Shick: Qualifying individually in both the 100m and 200m sprints.
Tateum Richard: Qualifying individually in the 800m run.
Makenzie Beavers: Qualifying individually in the 3200m run.
How to Watch and Attend
For Lions fans planning to make the trip to support our athletes in person, tickets are available online through Ticketmaster, which can also be accessed directly by visiting www.OHSAA.org/tickets.
If you cannot make the trip to Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium this weekend, you can still catch every moment of the action live from home. Utilizing nine cameras positioned around the venue, the NFHS Network will provide comprehensive, live streaming coverage of every track and field event throughout the weekend at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/states/OH.
Enjoy the experience, trust your training, and leave it all on the track, Lions! The entire Minerva community is incredibly proud of each and every one of you. Bring the energy, make some memories, and good luck at State!
📺 FREE Official School-Supported Baseball Stream!
Watch Here
🦁Big Z Sports will be live-streaming the Edison vs. Minerva Division IV Regional Semifinal Baseball Tournament game for free on their YouTube channel!
📺 Watch Here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/QexDP7Mb_yk?si=xwqtrIP_a5QqKXmX
A special thank you to our local sponsors for making the broadcast possible:
🔹 Buckeye 1 Masonry
🔹 Grinders Above and Beyond
🔹 Kishman's IGA
🔹 Loudon Motors Ford
🔹 Minerva Athletic Booster Club
🔹 Minerva Youth Baseball
Go Lions! Beat the Wildcats! 🦁⚾️💪
Watch Here
🦁Big Z Sports will be live-streaming the Edison vs. Minerva Division IV Regional Semifinal Baseball Tournament game for free on their YouTube channel!
📺 Watch Here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/QexDP7Mb_yk?si=xwqtrIP_a5QqKXmX
A special thank you to our local sponsors for making the broadcast possible:
🔹 Buckeye 1 Masonry
🔹 Grinders Above and Beyond
🔹 Kishman's IGA
🔹 Loudon Motors Ford
🔹 Minerva Athletic Booster Club
🔹 Minerva Youth Baseball
Go Lions! Beat the Wildcats! 🦁⚾️💪
Can't make it to the Baseball game tomorrow Big Z Sports has you covered! They will be live streaming the Edison vs Minerva D4 Regional Semi Final Baseball Tournament on their YouTube channel
Thanks to our local sponsors
Buckeye 1 Masonry
Grinders Above and Beyond
Kishman's IGA
Loudon Motors Ford
Minerva Athletic Booster Club
Minerva Youth Baseball
We will send out the link when it goes active tomorrow morning!
https://www.youtube.com/live/QexDP7Mb_yk?si=xwqtrIP_a5QqKXmX
HISTORIC RUN: Minerva Lions Head to Sweet 16 After First-Ever District Championship
MINERVA, OH — The Minerva Lions baseball program is heading into uncharted territory. Following a historic Friday night performance on May 29, 2026, where the Lions defeated the Cambridge Bobcats 8-2 to claim the first-ever District Championship in school history, Minerva has officially punched its ticket to the OHSAA Regional Tournament Sweet 16.
The Lions wasted no time setting the tone in the district final, getting on the scoreboard in the top of the first inning when Owen Frazier reached base and was driven home by a Braydon Wood RBI single. Though Cambridge answered with a run of its own in the bottom half of the frame, Minerva reclaimed a 2-1 lead in the second after Cole Sivy ripped a double and came around to score on an RBI single by Parker Linkous.
Minerva blew the game open late, adding a run in the fifth, two in the sixth, and three in the seventh, capitalizing on Cambridge mistakes while consistently putting together quality at-bats throughout the lineup. Senior pitcher Lane Tarbet delivered a championship-caliber performance on the mound, throwing a complete 7-inning game, scattering hits, and allowing just one earned run while striking out the final batter to secure the final out and send the Lions into celebration mode. Coach Richeson noted that Lane was tremendous on the mound, the defense made the plays behind him, and the hitters stayed disciplined to take advantage of opportunities, resulting in a complete team effort.
The Sweet 16 Matchup:
Edison vs. Minerva
The #8 seed Minerva Lions now turn their attention to a Sweet 16 showdown against the #3 seed Edison Wildcats.
When: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM First Pitch
Where: Mazeroski Field (Harrison Central), 43000 Industrial Park Rd, Cadiz, OH 43907
Tickets: $12 for Adults, $5 for Students. It is highly recommended that fans buy their tickets online in advance.
The Road to State
According to the regional tournament bracket, the stakes could not be higher. The winner of Tuesday's game between Minerva and Edison will advance to the Regional Final. That game will take place at Ohio University on Thursday, June 4th at 6:00 PM, where they will face the winner of the #7 Logan Elm vs. #1 Fairfield Union matchup for a spot in the State tournament.
Minerva fans are encouraged to make the trip to Cadiz this Tuesday to pack the stands at Mazeroski Field and keep this historic momentum rolling!
MINERVA, OH — The Minerva Lions baseball program is heading into uncharted territory. Following a historic Friday night performance on May 29, 2026, where the Lions defeated the Cambridge Bobcats 8-2 to claim the first-ever District Championship in school history, Minerva has officially punched its ticket to the OHSAA Regional Tournament Sweet 16.
The Lions wasted no time setting the tone in the district final, getting on the scoreboard in the top of the first inning when Owen Frazier reached base and was driven home by a Braydon Wood RBI single. Though Cambridge answered with a run of its own in the bottom half of the frame, Minerva reclaimed a 2-1 lead in the second after Cole Sivy ripped a double and came around to score on an RBI single by Parker Linkous.
Minerva blew the game open late, adding a run in the fifth, two in the sixth, and three in the seventh, capitalizing on Cambridge mistakes while consistently putting together quality at-bats throughout the lineup. Senior pitcher Lane Tarbet delivered a championship-caliber performance on the mound, throwing a complete 7-inning game, scattering hits, and allowing just one earned run while striking out the final batter to secure the final out and send the Lions into celebration mode. Coach Richeson noted that Lane was tremendous on the mound, the defense made the plays behind him, and the hitters stayed disciplined to take advantage of opportunities, resulting in a complete team effort.
The Sweet 16 Matchup:
Edison vs. Minerva
The #8 seed Minerva Lions now turn their attention to a Sweet 16 showdown against the #3 seed Edison Wildcats.
When: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM First Pitch
Where: Mazeroski Field (Harrison Central), 43000 Industrial Park Rd, Cadiz, OH 43907
Tickets: $12 for Adults, $5 for Students. It is highly recommended that fans buy their tickets online in advance.
The Road to State
According to the regional tournament bracket, the stakes could not be higher. The winner of Tuesday's game between Minerva and Edison will advance to the Regional Final. That game will take place at Ohio University on Thursday, June 4th at 6:00 PM, where they will face the winner of the #7 Logan Elm vs. #1 Fairfield Union matchup for a spot in the State tournament.
Minerva fans are encouraged to make the trip to Cadiz this Tuesday to pack the stands at Mazeroski Field and keep this historic momentum rolling!
🏆🎟️ OHSAA State Championship Bound!
It’s a Great Day to be a Minerva Lion! 🦁🔥
Not one, but TWO School Records for Owen Shick! 🎟️🥊
🏃♂️ Owen Shick punched his ticket to the OHSAA State Meet in both the 100-meter dash and 200-meter dash, while setting two new school records! 🔥🙌
🏃♂️ Rowen Hoffee earned his ticket to the State Meet in the 1600-meter run and as a member of the 4x800 relay! 💥🦁🙌
🏃♀️ Tateum Richard is State Championship Bound in both the 800-meter run and as a member of the 4x800 relay! ❤️🔥🦁
Congratulations Lions! 🦁
#MinervaPride
🦁⚾️ MHS Varsity Baseball Makes History – District Champions! ⚾️🦁
It is a Great Day to be a Minerva Lion!
The AMAZING Minerva Lions are District Champions after an impressive 8-2 victory over Cambridge! 🎉🏆
Congratulations to our players, coaches, and supporters on this historic achievement. The Lions continue their incredible postseason run and make Minerva proud!
Go Lions! 🦁
#MinervaPride
