Due to a change in legislation, to be eligible for Kindergarten
your child must be five years old prior to the first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year, which will be September 8, 2026. State law requires Kindergarten experience prior to attending first grade. If you have questions please call 330-233-1521. Kindergarten registration is available and must be done through FinalForms at https://unitedlocal-oh.finalforms.com.
your child must be five years old prior to the first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year, which will be September 8, 2026. State law requires Kindergarten experience prior to attending first grade. If you have questions please call 330-233-1521. Kindergarten registration is available and must be done through FinalForms at https://unitedlocal-oh.finalforms.com.
The 2026 8th grade Carnival to raise funds for the Washington, D.C. trip is Thursday, March 12th! Don’t forget to send some money in with your child so they can play some of the great games our students have been working hard creating. Anyone willing to donate money towards tickets for students or towards the trip can reach out to ryan.burd@eaglepride.net with questions or send cash or a check made out to United Local schools c/o Mr. Burd.
United Local High School Academic Challenge Varsity and JV teams both finished first in their division this season in the Mahoning League. On Saturday 2/28, United Local Varsity tied for fifth place in the league tournament, which included 28 schools from all three divisions around Ohio. A team of six United Local students will travel to compete in the National Small Schools Tournament near Chicago in April.
Youth Art Month is March 1st—31st
We are UNITED in our appreciation for all that
you do everyday for our students and staff!
Heather Connor and Marina Varley
“A true artist is not one who is inspired,
but one who inspires others.” - Salvador Dali
We are UNITED in our appreciation for all that
you do everyday for our students and staff!
Heather Connor and Marina Varley
“A true artist is not one who is inspired,
but one who inspires others.” - Salvador Dali
March is Music in Our Schools Month
We are UNITED in our appreciation of our GREAT music
teachers and for all that they do everyday for our students!
Nome Baker, Katie Bibri, and Sarah Pigza
“A mediocre music teacher tells. A good music teacher explains. A superior music teacher demonstrates. A great music teacher inspires.”- William Arthur Ward.
We are UNITED in our appreciation of our GREAT music
teachers and for all that they do everyday for our students!
Nome Baker, Katie Bibri, and Sarah Pigza
“A mediocre music teacher tells. A good music teacher explains. A superior music teacher demonstrates. A great music teacher inspires.”- William Arthur Ward.
Hear Ye! Hear Ye!
The Royal Banquet approaches with splendor and cheer,
Yet hark! The time for reserving thy seat draws near!
But three days remain, good subjects, take heed,
To secure thy invite with utmost speed!
When February's twenty-eighth doth come to pass,
The gates to ticket sales shall close— alas!
https://united.seatyourself.biz
The Royal Banquet approaches with splendor and cheer,
Yet hark! The time for reserving thy seat draws near!
But three days remain, good subjects, take heed,
To secure thy invite with utmost speed!
When February's twenty-eighth doth come to pass,
The gates to ticket sales shall close— alas!
https://united.seatyourself.biz
Staff Spotlight
Columbiana County Educational Service Center is accepting preschool applications for the 2026–2027 school year!
Why Choose Preschool through the CCESC?
• Half-Day & Full School-Day options (Monday–Friday)
• Serving children ages 3–5
• Inclusive program for typically developing children & children with disabilities
• Free services for qualifying students, including OT, PT & Speech
• Reduced tuition available based on family income
• CCESC is a GOLD STAR Step Up to Quality program offering families the very best foundation for their child’s education. Children are prepared through a strong and engaging curriculum.
Where can you find more information about CCESC Preschool?
• Please visit our website at https://www.ccesc.k12.oh.us/page/preschool
• Or contact Melissa Puhalla, CCESC Preschool Supervisor by email at mpuhalla@ccesc.k12.oh.us or by phone at 330-424-9591 ext. 167
Why Choose Preschool through the CCESC?
• Half-Day & Full School-Day options (Monday–Friday)
• Serving children ages 3–5
• Inclusive program for typically developing children & children with disabilities
• Free services for qualifying students, including OT, PT & Speech
• Reduced tuition available based on family income
• CCESC is a GOLD STAR Step Up to Quality program offering families the very best foundation for their child’s education. Children are prepared through a strong and engaging curriculum.
Where can you find more information about CCESC Preschool?
• Please visit our website at https://www.ccesc.k12.oh.us/page/preschool
• Or contact Melissa Puhalla, CCESC Preschool Supervisor by email at mpuhalla@ccesc.k12.oh.us or by phone at 330-424-9591 ext. 167
United Local will be on a two-hour delay today, February 25th. There will be no morning pre-school.
The Middle School SOAR Cart is officially LIVE!
Students can earn SOAR Tickets by showing what it means to be Safe, Organized, Accountable, and Respectful during the school day. When they earn a ticket, they get a trip to the SOAR Cart to trade it in for a prize or fun incentive. We’re also continuing SOAR Shout-Outs on the morning announcements to celebrate students who are stepping up and doing the right thing.
We love seeing our middle schoolers make positive choices, support each other, and take pride in how they show up each day. Keep SOARing!
Students can earn SOAR Tickets by showing what it means to be Safe, Organized, Accountable, and Respectful during the school day. When they earn a ticket, they get a trip to the SOAR Cart to trade it in for a prize or fun incentive. We’re also continuing SOAR Shout-Outs on the morning announcements to celebrate students who are stepping up and doing the right thing.
We love seeing our middle schoolers make positive choices, support each other, and take pride in how they show up each day. Keep SOARing!
A huge congratulations to the 13 United Band and 3 Choir members who got to perform with the 14th Columbiana County Honors Band! A big thank you to the United Band Boosters and United Choir Boosters for providing lunches and helping run this year’s event! Thank you all for representing your community and sharing your talents beyond the classroom!
Freshman Leighton Birmingham has qualified to swim at the 2026 OHSAA STATE DII swimming championships in both the 200 yard individual medley and the 100 yard butterfly.
OHSAA STATE PRELIMS: Thursday, February 26th at 5:00pm ( doors open at 3:30pm) C.T. Branin Natatorium (Canton McKinley High School)
OHSAA STATE FINALS: Friday, February 27th at 5:00pm ( doors open at 3:30pm) C.T. Branin Natatorium (Canton McKinley High School)
United Local will be on a two-hour delay today, February 23rd. There will be no morning pre-school.
Hang out with your friends and dance with the DJ and Disco Lights at the Neon Party School dance this Saturday, February 21st!
Tickets are $10 if purchased during lunch Thursday and Friday, or $12 at the door.
Tickets are $10 if purchased during lunch Thursday and Friday, or $12 at the door.
United High School Sophomore Class Prom Fundraiser
United Local will be on a two-hour delay today, February 19th. There will be no morning preschool.
Mark Your Calendar – Support United Students!
Come out for a delicious all-you-can-eat breakfast and help support the United Community Scholarship Foundation. The food is truly top notch—fresh and made to order just for you—and all proceeds raised go directly toward supporting United students.
It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a great meal while giving back to our school community. We hope to see you there!
Thank you for your continued support of United!
Come out for a delicious all-you-can-eat breakfast and help support the United Community Scholarship Foundation. The food is truly top notch—fresh and made to order just for you—and all proceeds raised go directly toward supporting United students.
It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a great meal while giving back to our school community. We hope to see you there!
Thank you for your continued support of United!
HAPPY SCHOOL OFFICER RESOURCE OFFICER DAY!
Deputy Tab Bailey, thank you for all of your hard work in helping our students and staff members to be in a safe learning and working environment.
Deputy Tab Bailey, thank you for all of your hard work in helping our students and staff members to be in a safe learning and working environment.
✨ Meet Our Fantastic Fourth Grade Team! ✨
We are excited to introduce our wonderful fourth grade team! Mrs. Crawford, Ms. Bezon, Mrs. White, Ms. Walkama, Mrs. Malone, and Mrs. Simmons. As the leaders of our elementary building, they teach and guide our oldest students with dedication, enthusiasm, and care.
Fourth grade is such an important year filled with growth, increased responsibility, and preparation for the transition to middle school—and this team rises to the occasion every single day. Their classrooms are filled with engaging lessons, high expectations, teamwork, and plenty of encouragement.
We are so proud of the strong role models they are for our students and the positive impact they make in our school community. Thank you to our incredible fourth grade team for all you do! 🍎📚✨
We are excited to introduce our wonderful fourth grade team! Mrs. Crawford, Ms. Bezon, Mrs. White, Ms. Walkama, Mrs. Malone, and Mrs. Simmons. As the leaders of our elementary building, they teach and guide our oldest students with dedication, enthusiasm, and care.
Fourth grade is such an important year filled with growth, increased responsibility, and preparation for the transition to middle school—and this team rises to the occasion every single day. Their classrooms are filled with engaging lessons, high expectations, teamwork, and plenty of encouragement.
We are so proud of the strong role models they are for our students and the positive impact they make in our school community. Thank you to our incredible fourth grade team for all you do! 🍎📚✨
We were honored to welcome Mrs. Rinto, President of the United Local Board of Education, to visit our first-grade classrooms. Our teachers invited her to speak with students about what school was like when she was a child and how it compares to today.
This visit connected directly to the essential question in our Wonders curriculum, allowing students to deepen their understanding through real-world connections. Students had the opportunity to ask thoughtful questions and learned about the many advances in education over time.
Thank you, Mrs. Rinto, for sharing your experiences and inspiring our students!
This visit connected directly to the essential question in our Wonders curriculum, allowing students to deepen their understanding through real-world connections. Students had the opportunity to ask thoughtful questions and learned about the many advances in education over time.
Thank you, Mrs. Rinto, for sharing your experiences and inspiring our students!
