Congratulations to Addison, who recently competed in the State Extemporaneous Public Speaking CDE and earned an impressive Top 20 ranking! This is a great accomplishment and reflects Addison’s hard work, preparation, and ability to think critically and communicate effectively on current agricultural issues. We are proud of the way she represented our chapter!
Did you know? National FFA Week is celebrated each year during the week of
George Washington’s birthday to recognize his legacy as an agriculturalist and leader.
We had a great time celebrating agriculture, leadership, and the impact FFA members
make in their schools and communities.
Last week FFA members participated in a cheese and meat tasting and
identification activity, tested their knowledge with FFA trivia, and competed in some
friendly competition during our ice cream eating contest and pedal tractor race.
We also enjoyed some great food with chili day, cake, and a staff appreciation breakfast
to thank the teachers and staff who support our program. Members put their FFA
knowledge to the test with an FFA emblem scavenger hunt, and many showed their
spirit by participating in our FFA-themed dress-up spirit week.
Thank you to all of our members who participated and helped make the week such a
success. We had a great time celebrating FFA and the largest youth leadership
organization in the United States!
#FFAWeek #BlackRiverFFA #BlueAndGold #LearningToDoDoingToLearn
George Washington’s birthday to recognize his legacy as an agriculturalist and leader.
We had a great time celebrating agriculture, leadership, and the impact FFA members
make in their schools and communities.
Last week FFA members participated in a cheese and meat tasting and
identification activity, tested their knowledge with FFA trivia, and competed in some
friendly competition during our ice cream eating contest and pedal tractor race.
We also enjoyed some great food with chili day, cake, and a staff appreciation breakfast
to thank the teachers and staff who support our program. Members put their FFA
knowledge to the test with an FFA emblem scavenger hunt, and many showed their
spirit by participating in our FFA-themed dress-up spirit week.
Thank you to all of our members who participated and helped make the week such a
success. We had a great time celebrating FFA and the largest youth leadership
organization in the United States!
#FFAWeek #BlackRiverFFA #BlueAndGold #LearningToDoDoingToLearn
Hands-On Learning in Animal & Plant Science!
Students in Mrs. Howard’s Animal and Plant Science class recently explored the history
of apples, the many varieties they come in, and the different ways apples can be used
in foods and recipes. They also discussed how apples can be a healthier ingredient
option when cooking and baking.
To bring their learning to life, students participated in a food science lab where they
made their own homemade applesauce. After preparing their applesauce, they
completed a sensory evaluation lab, comparing their homemade version to store-bought
applesauce by evaluating taste, texture, aroma, and overall preference. This activity
helped students develop culinary skills while also learning how food scientists evaluate
products.
Experiences like this allow students to connect agriculture, food science, and nutrition
through hands-on learning.
A special thank you to Mrs. Demczyk for assisting with the culinary portion of the lab
and helping our students learn valuable kitchen skills.
#HandsOnLearning #FoodScience #AgEducation #FarmToTable #BlackRiverFFA
Students in Mrs. Howard’s Animal and Plant Science class recently explored the history
of apples, the many varieties they come in, and the different ways apples can be used
in foods and recipes. They also discussed how apples can be a healthier ingredient
option when cooking and baking.
To bring their learning to life, students participated in a food science lab where they
made their own homemade applesauce. After preparing their applesauce, they
completed a sensory evaluation lab, comparing their homemade version to store-bought
applesauce by evaluating taste, texture, aroma, and overall preference. This activity
helped students develop culinary skills while also learning how food scientists evaluate
products.
Experiences like this allow students to connect agriculture, food science, and nutrition
through hands-on learning.
A special thank you to Mrs. Demczyk for assisting with the culinary portion of the lab
and helping our students learn valuable kitchen skills.
#HandsOnLearning #FoodScience #AgEducation #FarmToTable #BlackRiverFFA
The Black River High School Academic Challenge Team competed in the 42-team NAQT Tournament at Copley High School on Saturday, February 28th. The team finished the day 5-3, in the top half of the field in 20th place.
On February 21, our Black River FFA members competed at the Mt. Gilead Judging Invitational, participating in both the Poultry Evaluation and General Livestock competitions!
General Livestock Team placed 16th, demonstrating their skills in judging breeding and market classes for sheep, goats, swine, and beef cattle, along with answering production-related questions and market evaluations. Team members: Rylee Howard (40), Parker Broadsword (42), Emily Kiser (132), Addison Flynn (296), and Addison Flynn (231).
Congratulations to all our competitors for their hard work and dedication! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue through our Spring Judging season!
#BlackRiverFFA #SpringJudging #ProudFFA
General Livestock Team placed 16th, demonstrating their skills in judging breeding and market classes for sheep, goats, swine, and beef cattle, along with answering production-related questions and market evaluations. Team members: Rylee Howard (40), Parker Broadsword (42), Emily Kiser (132), Addison Flynn (296), and Addison Flynn (231).
Congratulations to all our competitors for their hard work and dedication! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue through our Spring Judging season!
#BlackRiverFFA #SpringJudging #ProudFFA
On February 21, our Black River FFA members competed at the Mt. Gilead Judging Invitational, participating in both the Poultry Evaluation and General Livestock competitions!
Poultry Evaluation Team placed 3rd and showcased their knowledge in poultry production, management, and food safety by completing exams, evaluating live birds, and grading poultry products. Team members: Aidan Sas (8), Dagur Charlton (11), Kade Kelso (12), David Bryant (36), and Caleb Howard (42).
Congratulations to all our competitors for their hard work and dedication! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue through our Spring Judging season!
#BlackRiverFFA #SpringJudging #ProudFFA
Poultry Evaluation Team placed 3rd and showcased their knowledge in poultry production, management, and food safety by completing exams, evaluating live birds, and grading poultry products. Team members: Aidan Sas (8), Dagur Charlton (11), Kade Kelso (12), David Bryant (36), and Caleb Howard (42).
Congratulations to all our competitors for their hard work and dedication! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue through our Spring Judging season!
#BlackRiverFFA #SpringJudging #ProudFFA
The Black River FFA Chapter recently tapped maple trees right on our school grounds! Our Plant and Animal Science students are learning firsthand how sap is collected and turned into maple syrup, gaining an appreciation for the work and science behind this sweet treat.
FFA is all about learning by doing, and we love providing hands-on experiences that bring agriculture to life. Stay tuned as we follow the journey from tree to table!
#BlackRiverFFA #MapleSyrupSeason #HandsOnLearning #FFAExperiences
FFA is all about learning by doing, and we love providing hands-on experiences that bring agriculture to life. Stay tuned as we follow the journey from tree to table!
#BlackRiverFFA #MapleSyrupSeason #HandsOnLearning #FFAExperiences
Black River Schools is closed today, February 23 due to road conditions and continuing snowfall.
Mrs. Carver and Ms. Zatezalo's Quantitative Reasoning class is using scales and micrometers to answer the question "Are Double Stuff Oreos really double stuffed?"
Students in grades 9–11 followed an adjusted schedule today so they could participate in sessions focused on their graduation pathway. Students met with Mrs. Strader to talk through course scheduling, completed SchooLinks activities, and explored elective options for next year. This marks the first step in the course selection process for the 2026-2027 school year.
Congratulations to Our FFA Officers!
We are proud to announce that our FFA Officers earned Gold Ratings on their Officer Books at the District Evaluation! Their dedication, hard work, and attention to detail have paid off, and they will be recognized at the Ohio FFA State Convention in May!
💙💛 #FFA #GoldStandard #HardWorkPaysOff #OhioFFA #FutureLeaders
We are proud to announce that our FFA Officers earned Gold Ratings on their Officer Books at the District Evaluation! Their dedication, hard work, and attention to detail have paid off, and they will be recognized at the Ohio FFA State Convention in May!
💙💛 #FFA #GoldStandard #HardWorkPaysOff #OhioFFA #FutureLeaders
We are looking for past recipients of the Medina County Kiwanis Black River Student of the Year to fill a plaque in the BRHS lobby. Please contact the high school office (419-736-3304) or email Mrs. Aviles (caviles@blrv.org) if you can help us fill in the our missing years. (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)
It is FCCLA Strawberry time!
The BRHS Academic Challenge team in action at a LC8 meet and the Riverside Tournament
Link to 🏐 Volleyball Sign-ups for Fall 2026 - complete the form to get on our information messages! 2026 Volleyball
Pouring molten metal.
Students in the Investigation and Design class packed sand into a mold and then made various tin castings as part of their final project! There are still spots in the 2nd semester course; reach out to Mr. Bell or Mrs. Strader if you are interested.
Students in the Investigation and Design class packed sand into a mold and then made various tin castings as part of their final project! There are still spots in the 2nd semester course; reach out to Mr. Bell or Mrs. Strader if you are interested.
BRHS Academic Challenge Teams
Abby Demczyk, Ohio FCCLA Vice President of Community Service and Brock Martin, Ohio FCCLA Vice President of Public Relations have been hard at work planning, implementing and leading Ohio FCCLA in many capacities.
Over the course of the last four months, they have led the Ohio FCCLA Fall Leadership Training with the remaining State Executive Council, have visited four FCCLA chapters across the state to share their experiences and ways to get involved in FCCLA, participated in the Career Day with the Columbus Blue Jackets, and are working on planning and organization for the Ohio FCCLA State Leadership Conference that will be held in April.
"It is a high honor to have not only one, but two state executive council members representing Black River High School this year, and I am proud of their involvement, leadership and hard work they are putting forth for not only Black River, but Ohio FCCLA members as well," said FCCLA Adviser Jenny Demczyk.
Over the course of the last four months, they have led the Ohio FCCLA Fall Leadership Training with the remaining State Executive Council, have visited four FCCLA chapters across the state to share their experiences and ways to get involved in FCCLA, participated in the Career Day with the Columbus Blue Jackets, and are working on planning and organization for the Ohio FCCLA State Leadership Conference that will be held in April.
"It is a high honor to have not only one, but two state executive council members representing Black River High School this year, and I am proud of their involvement, leadership and hard work they are putting forth for not only Black River, but Ohio FCCLA members as well," said FCCLA Adviser Jenny Demczyk.
The Varsity and JV Academic Challenge teams are off to a strong start, as they opened up LC8 league matches Thursday at LCCC, finishing a combined 2-1, with dropping the final match in the tie breaker round.
On Saturday, December 13 Black River FCCLA members helped lay wreaths on veterans graves at Southview Cemetery in Sullivan. Students helped Sue Runals, President of the Wellington Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6941 for this event. Sue raised funds to purchase 230 wreaths from the national Wreaths Across America program. Every veteran's grave received a wreath this year. Wreaths Across America is a nonprofit organization that coordinates volunteers to place wreaths on veterans' graves at Arlington National Cemetery and other locations nationwide and abroad, to remember fallen heroes, honor those who serve, and teach the next generation about freedom.
