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Athens City School District retains controversial athletic director
At its April 17 meeting, the board of education approved a new two-year contract for Eric Sholtis, despite opposition from parents of student athletes.
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Athens athletic director under fire after team stripped of championship
Eric Sholtis failed to file paperwork for a transfer student on the volleyball team, which cost the team its conference co-championship.
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Local schools, colleges respond to Ohio’s bathroom bill
One local school district is concerned about the bill’s potential contradictions with federal statutes.
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Gov. DeWine tours East Elementary as part of ‘ReadOhio’ initiative
Gov. Mike DeWine visited Athens on Feb. 1, visiting two East Elementary School classrooms as part of his “ReadOhio” initiative.
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Ohio restricts transgender rights
Here’s how Athens County schools and healthcare providers are responding.
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Athens City Schools voters pass $24 million bond issue for new high school
The bond issue passed with 58% of voters in favor. This follows a $60.5 million bond issue voters passed for the district in 2018.
