Each month, SLSD Superintendent John Hamstra holds informal “coffee chat” sessions, designed as a way for any parent, guardian or community member to get a better understanding of our school district and get answers to any questions they may

The Southwest Local School District is pleased to present our second Town Hall Meeting, designed to provide a comprehensive update on the design of our new schools!  Our project includes three new elementary schools, one new middle school, and a

The January edition of the "Super Chat" podcast is now online at www.southwestschools.org/podcast. In this episode, Superintendent John Hamstra explains the Momentum Award which SLSD earned from the Ohio Department of Education for the third year in a

Dear 8th Grade Parents,   It seems like just yesterday you’re standing at the bus stop, biting your nails and looking down at your baby.  You’re thinking “I can’t believe they are old enough to go to

Parents of Seniors: It’s hard to believe, but your seniors have embarked upon the last semester of their high school career!  The next few months will fly by, and they will be sporting their cap and gown in no time! On Friday, January 4, we met