District Update - March 29

District Update - March 29

Superintendent's Message

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I would like to take this opportunity to extend my best wishes to Middie Nation for a wonderful Easter holiday and Spring Break.


I hope you can find opportunities to rest, recharge, and spend quality moments with friends and family. It’s important to take time when needed and to reward yourself for the work you do. All those who have contributed to the success of Midview Local Schools and supported our great students have certainly earned it! As a reminder, Spring Break is March 29 through April 5, followed by Eclipse Day (no school) on April 8.


You have likely heard, seen on the news, or read from various media sources that our area is a prime viewing location for the total solar eclipse. The event is anticipated to draw large numbers of visitors to Ohio, particularly at or near the centerline of totality. While this once-in-a-lifetime experience presents a unique learning opportunity for students, I encourage families to ensure they are well-informed on how to enjoy the day safely. To learn more about the solar eclipse, including safe viewing guidelines and event locations, please visit eclipse.ohio.gov.


In closing, I would like to express my gratitude to our students, families, staff members, and community for your commitment, hard work, and continued support. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back from break on Tuesday, April 9, ready to tackle state testing and the last quarter of the 2023-24 school year.


Take care,

Dr. Willingham

Feature Story - New Five-Year Facility Plan Update

2024 marks the fourth year that the Midview Local Schools strategic plan has been operational. We are so proud of our progress as we work toward becoming an innovative educational leader in social-emotional learning, safety, and unique educational pathways for all students.


We will soon enhance and revise our strategic plan, taking a deeper dive into our goals for the next five years, with a significant focus centered on facility improvement and upgrades.


As responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars, we have upheld our assurances to our community to maintain our buildings and grounds. However, challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and the initial setback of the 2022 substitute levy, have impacted our ability to plan outside of essential maintenance.


With the full support of the Midview Local Schools Board of Education, we have redirected our focus toward the future of our facilities and crafted a comprehensive five-year plan that will proactively guide our decisions. Ultimately, our objective is to ensure that our campus remains a source of pride and continues to serve our students and community for many years to come.


The five-year facilities plan encompasses a wide range of priorities, including routine maintenance schedules, replacement projections, and foundational infrastructure needs that all organizations must face (boilers, windows, HVAC, roofs). Additionally, our plan also includes an initial outline of transformational, big-picture projects that will require community engagement and buy-in in the future.


Looking ahead to summer, we are thrilled to outline some exciting changes that will be unveiled at the start of the 2024-25 school year:

  • Track renovation, including resurfacing and improved grating and drainage
  • Complete upgrade of Ross Field, including new turf, improvements in the press box, the addition of a new sound system, and the installation of a video scoreboard
  • Installation of new interior and exterior fencing around the track and Ross Field
  • Revamp of old tennis/basketball courts, including conversion of the North-end tennis courts into six pickleball courts for school and community use
  • Pavement of the walking path addition

Successes, News, and Updates

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Midview High School Honors New NHS Inductees

Last week, 43 students from the classes of 2024 and 2025 were inducted into our National Honor Society (NHS) chapter. The purpose of NHS is to inspire students to uphold and maintain its four pillars - scholarship, service, leadership, and character - as a precedent for not only inducted members but also as a model for the entire student body. Congratulations to the following students for their exemplary accomplishments:


Class of 2024 Inductees: Erica Baldoza, Austin Bucci, Makayla Chapman, Jacy Fuller, Sienna Hartley, Kaitlyn Heuser, Noah Krych, Erika Lottman, Makenna Row, Ella Strah, Hailey Thompson


Class of 2025 Inductees: Sadie Capell, Molly Cleis, Dustin Cole, Ashley Douris, Lucas Edgell, Elizabeth Edwards, Ronan Evans, Briana Farkas, Reuben Greenly, Isabelle Henely, Nicholas Hubbard, Jacqueline Janus, Ryan Kemer, Christian Krenz, Emma Lear, Ava Lewis, Natalie (Bo) Lowry, Brenden Lucey, Riley Mjolnir, Patrick Mochan, Ethan Morris, Brennan Nixon, James Ockuly, Cason Pelko, Alicia Peterson, Macy Schafrath, Kasey Shreve, Olivia Underwood, Ava Velez, Cross Wervey, Cameron West, Hayden Winslow

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Save the Date for our Elementary STEM Night

All K-6 families are invited to participate in an exciting evening of STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) exploration on April 25 from 5:30-7 p.m. at East Intermediate!


Experience an 18-hole upcycled mini golf course crafted and built by our talented 5th and 6th-grade students! A "Coding Crew" has even been meeting after school to learn how to bring elements of each hole to life using Hummingbird Robotics Kits (funded by the Ohio STEM Learning Network grant East received last year)!


In addition to the mini golf course, families can view West's 3rd-grade Invention Convention projects and engage in various activity stations, including milk jug and plastic bottle sun catchers, cereal box flowers, junk necklaces, plastic bag friendship bracelets, and seed bombs. This is a can't-miss evening full of hands-on learning and STEM fun!

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March Athletics Recap

Check out the following monthly Athletics Recap for team and student highlights, alumni stories, youth sports updates, and upcoming important dates!


Features:

  • Nick Perez, our Cleveland Clinic Certified Athletic Trainer
  • Boys wrestling: Hunter Anderson (senior) and Austin Dye (senior)
  • Boys Bowling: Aiden Salkiewicz (sophomore)
  • Indoor Track: Leah McKay (freshmen), Savannah Holcomb (freshmen), Cora Vance (freshmen), and Cameron Hostacky (sophomore)
  • Boys Basketball: David Moore (senior)
  • Girls Basketball: Leah DiFranco (senior) and Head Coach Brittney McNamara
  • Lorain County Athletic Administrators Association (LCAAA) Female Leadership Conference

Alumni Updates:

  • Trevor Begin '18, Daniel Bucknavich '20, Mary Meng '23, Anthony Stacey '95, Eric Lauer '13, Ryan Feierabend '03

Youth Updates:

  • Midview Youth Football and Cheerleading
  • Grade 5 & 6 Track and Field Camp
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Substitute Teachers Needed

Midview Local Schools is actively seeking dedicated individuals interested in substitute teaching for the current and upcoming school year. Certified (teaching) substitutes require a bachelor’s degree in any discipline and must pass a background check. We will help potential candidates acquire a substitute teaching license if needed. Substitute teachers at Midview Local Schools receive a competitive pay rate of $125 per day. If you or someone know is interested, please contact Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Frank Major, at fmajor@midviewk12.org or 440-748-5353.

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Harlem Wizards Return to Midview

The world-famous Harlem Wizards are returning to Midview to take on our staff! Don’t miss this action-packed night of basketball, comedy, and high-flying antics on April 19 in the MHS K-Gym.


View this short promotional video for a sneak peek into the show! Purchase pre-sale tickets online, starting at $12.


Thank you to our Midview PTA and sponsor, Goodness Gracious, for coordinating this event for our community to enjoy!

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Grafton Easter Egg Hunt

Everybunny is welcome to attend the 2nd Annual Grafton Easter Egg Hunt tomorrow, March 30, at the Grafton Community Room (1230 Elm Street). Families can enjoy an egg hunt, pictures with the Easter bunny, and free lunch (hot dog, chips, pop). Thank you to sponsors The Village of Grafton, Michael Hignett (realtor), and Donnelle Taylor (State Farm)! Times are as follows:


  • Children ages 0-5: 11:30 a.m.
  • Children ages 6-10: 12:30 p.m.
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Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Discount Code

Thanks to our partnership with the Cleveland Cavaliers, an exciting opportunity has been presented to our school community! By using the code SCHOOL and this link, you can access EXCLUSIVE discounts for a variety of events at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, including:


  • Cleveland Cavaliers games
  • Cleveland Monsters games
  • Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live
  • Cirque Du Soleil: OVO
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Lorain County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan

Do you want safer streets in Lorain County? Share your ideas and thoughts with Lorain County Public Health on how to make it safer to walk, bike, roll, take the bus, and drive by:


  • Taking their survey: click here
  • Attending their open house and informational session on March 27 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. (9880 Murray Ridge Rd., Elyria, OH 44025). Can’t make it in person? View the session virtually via Zoom.


All people who live, work, and play in Lorain County are encouraged to attend or provide feedback on roadway use and pedestrian safety. Your feedback will help shape action and funding opportunities!

Attention Midview Alumni!

If you graduated from Midview Local Schools, we would love to reconnect with you! Keep an eye out for our next newsletter and social media posts, where we will be providing a form for you to share your information with us. Our goal is to strengthen our connections with our alumni community! Additionally, we are excited to showcase our alumni's achievements and successes through alumni spotlights. If you or someone you know would like to be featured in an alumni spotlight, please reach out to Jim Brabenec at jbrabenec@midviewk12.org.

Midview Local Schools
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