Valley Local Schools Community,
We want to provide an additional update regarding the school safety concern we communicated about this weekend.
The Scioto County Sheriff’s Department has now released additional information regarding its investigation. Two juveniles have been taken into custody, have been formally charged, and are being held at the Ross County Juvenile Detention Center:
One count of Making a Terroristic Threat, a third-degree felony
One count of Complicity to Making a Terroristic Threat, a third-degree felony
One count of Grand Theft of a Firearm, a third-degree felony
One count of Receiving Stolen Property, a third-degree felony
One count of Tampering with Evidence, a third-degree felony
One count of Inducing Panic, a fourth-degree felony
Most importantly for our families, the individuals involved remain in custody, and the Scioto County Sheriff’s Department has advised us that they are not aware of any additional threats related to this situation. Based upon the information developed through the investigation and our conversations with law enforcement, we have also been advised that it is safe and appropriate for Valley Local Schools to remain open and continue our normal school schedule this week.
Because this remains an active law enforcement investigation involving juveniles, Valley Local Schools will defer to the Scioto County Sheriff’s Department regarding the release of any additional investigative details. We do not want to interfere with the investigation or release information that law enforcement has not determined is appropriate to make public.
We also want to thank the staff members, students, and community members who reported concerning information. Their decision to speak up allowed school officials and law enforcement to act quickly.
We appreciate Sheriff David Thoroughman, Detective Sergeant Jodi Conkel, and the Scioto County Sheriff’s Department for their swift response and continued partnership with Valley Local Schools.
We want to provide an additional update regarding the school safety concern we communicated about this weekend.
The Scioto County Sheriff’s Department has now released additional information regarding its investigation. Two juveniles have been taken into custody, have been formally charged, and are being held at the Ross County Juvenile Detention Center:
One count of Making a Terroristic Threat, a third-degree felony
One count of Complicity to Making a Terroristic Threat, a third-degree felony
One count of Grand Theft of a Firearm, a third-degree felony
One count of Receiving Stolen Property, a third-degree felony
One count of Tampering with Evidence, a third-degree felony
One count of Inducing Panic, a fourth-degree felony
Most importantly for our families, the individuals involved remain in custody, and the Scioto County Sheriff’s Department has advised us that they are not aware of any additional threats related to this situation. Based upon the information developed through the investigation and our conversations with law enforcement, we have also been advised that it is safe and appropriate for Valley Local Schools to remain open and continue our normal school schedule this week.
Because this remains an active law enforcement investigation involving juveniles, Valley Local Schools will defer to the Scioto County Sheriff’s Department regarding the release of any additional investigative details. We do not want to interfere with the investigation or release information that law enforcement has not determined is appropriate to make public.
We also want to thank the staff members, students, and community members who reported concerning information. Their decision to speak up allowed school officials and law enforcement to act quickly.
We appreciate Sheriff David Thoroughman, Detective Sergeant Jodi Conkel, and the Scioto County Sheriff’s Department for their swift response and continued partnership with Valley Local Schools.
We have been made aware of information concerning a potential indirect threat involving Valley High School. The information was immediately reported to law enforcement. As a result of that investigation, two juveniles have been taken into custody.
We want to emphasize that this situation came to light because members of our school community reported concerning information. We are extremely grateful that they did so. Students and adults should never assume that a concerning statement, message, or threat is a joke. Report it immediately.
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. We are continuing to work closely with law enforcement and will provide additional information when appropriate. We appreciate the service and support of Sheriff Thoroughman and the Scioto county sheriff’s department for their swift action in handling this matter
We want to emphasize that this situation came to light because members of our school community reported concerning information. We are extremely grateful that they did so. Students and adults should never assume that a concerning statement, message, or threat is a joke. Report it immediately.
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. We are continuing to work closely with law enforcement and will provide additional information when appropriate. We appreciate the service and support of Sheriff Thoroughman and the Scioto county sheriff’s department for their swift action in handling this matter
Middle School Yearbooks are still on sale for pre-order through November 2 at the lowest price of the year. After this date, the price will increase. Students should have received a yellow order form from school and can also order online at yearbookforever.com. Get your orders placed soon, before the price goes up!
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Williams.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Williams.
Job posting. Please see attached.
Your 2027 Yearbooks are on PRE-ORDER sale now at the LOWEST PRICE of the year! Order forms will be sent home soon, but you can order now at yearbookforever.com. Don't delay! The price will increase on November 2.
Valley High School's Drama Department Invites you to: Ax of Murder!
Everyone’s heard of a haunted house. Probably even a haunted theater. But a haunted play? Could it be haunted by the spirit of a man who died at the theatre? Could a theater group’s play be haunted by a cursed script titled “Ax of Murder?”
Bodies start to hit the floor as the creepy play changes with each performance. Audiences won’t know who or what to believe. In this mysterious, interactive comedy, characters show up in all areas of the theater, running down aisles and then disappearing. Murder weapons disappear and then show up in the worst of places. Beware the twists and turns of this play. You never know what will happen next when you see “Ax of Murder.”
Dates and ShowTimes:
November 7th @ 2pm $10-15
November 7th @ 6pm Dinner Theatre $35
November 8th @ 3pm $10-15
You can purchase tickets at:
https://www.valleyindians.net/page/hometown-ticketing/
Poster designed by Naomi Bradshaw.
Peewee Homecoming will be having its last sign ups tomorrow September 26th. Sign ups will be held at the junior high football field entrance from 12-1:30pm. Forms need to be turned in at signups. Please do not return them to school. Homecoming is on October 3rd and open to Valley girls grades 1st through 6th. If you have any questions please contact Heather McClain at 740-285-2798. Please visit the Valley Peewee Facebook page for any questions also. It is here:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004352896297
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004352896297
Job Posting. See attached.
In her first year playing golf, Valley High School Junior, Cameron Perkins, placed 7th out of 32 in the SOC, earning her 1st Team SOC honors! Congratulations, Cameron!
September 11, 2001. Never forget
Livestream link for tonight's Valley Indians vs. Waverly Football Game: https://boxcast.tv/view/varsity-football-valley-vs-waverly-irrpcr6y6afyzrcj1ash
There are a few of last year's Valley Middle School yearbooks left for sale. These are $30. Please see Mrs. Williams to purchase a 2025-2026 yearbook from last year.
Help support Valley High School Volleyball Team! Contact any player or coach to place your cookie order!
Our very own Mrs. Richard! Congratulations!
Time to get your kids signed up for Latchkey!
Valley Indian Community,
Please consider donating hygiene items to the Valley Middle School Nurse's Office. These items will be distributed to all 5th grade students during our hygiene education lessons this school year.
Your generosity helps promote health, confidence, and good hygiene habits while supporting our students' well-being and education.
Donations may be dropped off during the Valley Middle School Open House or anytime after the school year begins. We sincerely appreciate your support in making a positive difference for our students!
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Youth Volleyball League
Valley Peewee Football and Cheerleading sign ups are open. To sign up please visit our Facebook page at Valley Peewee FootballCheerleading. Sign ups will close August 4th. If you have any questions please contact Wes Martin at 740-352-7272 for football and Heather McClain at 740-285-2798 for cheerleading or ask on the Valley Peewee FootballCheerleading Facebook Page.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004352896297
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004352896297
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