SLSD students benefit every day from the leadership and vision of our School Board. January is School Board Recognition Month, so take time to thank these dedicated educational leaders who are committed to our students and community! #SchoolBoardMonth @OHschoolboards

The annual Holiday Food Drive is our largest local community service endeavor of the year. We are proud to partner once again with the Harrison Mayor's Community Fund, Christ's Loving Hands, This City His City, and @JTMfoodgroup to help our neighbors in need during the holidays.

We're looking for several Bus Drivers to join our Transportation Team! To apply and learn more, please click here: login.frontlineeducation.com… youtu.be/_-k5Mjxmifg?si=ejzq…

Superintendent John Hamstra and Treasurer Thomas Lowe are holding informal "coffee chat" sessions. The next “Coffee and Conversation” will take place this Fri. Oct. 31 from 9-11 at The Coffee Peddlar, 112 Harrison Ave. in Downtown Harrison. All are welcome!

Southwest receives $6,154 per student from local revenue, compared to the state average of $6,678 and similar districts at $7,334. This shows our community carries a lighter tax burden than many others - while we continue to deliver strong results for students.

Lawmakers in Columbus have made changes that will drastically hurt our district. We rank among the top 10% most financially efficient districts in Ohio, but with nearly $3 million in state funding disappearing in 2026–27, we need to talk openly about how the COLUMBUS CUTS...

Each week, Southwest Local Schools will share important financial facts about how state-level decisions are impacting our district. Lawmakers in Columbus have made changes that mean real challenges for Southwest, and our goal is to keep our community informed. (1/2)

This video is a tutorial for Southwest Local School District families to assist in setting up and navigating their Parent Square account. Reminder - no longer are any other apps/platforms being used by teachers, coaches, schools, etc. youtu.be/ahUqZX-LRqE

Parents: If you have not yet registered your Parent Square account, now is the time! Parent Square is the one and only app we will now be using for communication from the district, building, and classroom level, including athletics and other extra-curriculars.

The proposed cuts from the Senate would force Southwest to make significant cuts to programs and student supports. Read more and find out how to make your voice heard: southwestschools.org/departm…

Reach out to House Bill 96 Conference Committee members and let them know that cuts to Southwest’s funding will be detrimental to our schools and our community. As proposed, the Ohio Senate’s Bill would reduce funding to Southwest by over $2,174,800 in fiscal year 2027.

Wednesday, January 22: Due to the dangerously cold wind chill temperature expected tomorrow morning, Southwest Local Schools are on a Two-Hour Delay with No AM Kindergarten, Preschool, or Head Start. Buildings will open at regular time for those who need to be dropped off

Friday, January 10, 2025: Southwest Local Schools are CLOSED, due to the impending snowfall forecast to begin during the school day. In the interest of safety, we don’t want school buses or student drivers to be on the roads when conditions could rapidly deteriorate.

Tuesday, January 7, 2025: Southwest Local Schools are CLOSED.

Monday, January 6, 2025: Southwest Local Schools are CLOSED.

Reminder: To sign up to receive Holiday Assistance through the Harrison Mayor's Community Fund, Christ's Loving Hands and the Southwest Local School District, please fill out the form at the link below. sites.google.com/christslovi…

We're excited to support the launch of Neighborhood Bridges - Harrison! This non-profit connects our schools with the community to provide essentials for students in need. Sign up for Kindness Connection alerts neighborhoodbridges.org/comm…