"Respect is being mindful of others thoughts and opinions" ~ Maggie 7th Grade
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Dear Kenston Families,
Can you believe that a quarter of the school year is finished? First-term grades have been posted to Infinite Campus and the fall athletic season is winding down. It is gratifying to see the engaging lessons that are taking place in our classrooms and the success of our student-athletes. This weekend, the cross country team competes at the Boardman Regional while the football team finishes their regular season against Willoughby South. We wish them luck in the postseason.
During October, we celebrated the generosity of the community and local vendors and the legacy of Dr. Alan Gurd’s three-decade association with our athletes, as our team doctor, and Dr. David Gurd’s work alongside his father with the dedication of the Gurd Family Fieldhouse. Administrators and teachers honored the work of our Young Scholars, high school students and community volunteers at the Chagrin Falls Park Community Center as they recognized afterschool activities with the annual Lights On After School program. High school Political Action Committee of Kenston (PACK) members organized and hosted Candidates’ Night featuring 15 individuals running for elected office and four state or local issues.
I am continually amazed and humbled by the partnerships and traditions that build and grow Kenston pride.
Sincerely,
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Nancy R. Santilli
Superintendent
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Social Emotional Well-Being
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While we place great emphasis on academic achievement in Kenston, we also recognize that the learning environment is a critical component of the overall learning experience and success of our students.
The district is a microcosm of the larger community and public reports of the increase in the incidence or diagnosis of mental health concerns for children and young adults is alarming. Kenston has responded and continues to prioritize this growing concern.
Additionally, we invite you to join the
Mental Health... It's Time to Talk about "It"!
PTO Parent Engagement Series on
November 12th
at 7pm at the KHS Auditorium. Presenters will be Jim Adams, Chief Executive Officer, Geauga County Board of Mental Health & Recovery Services and Kathleen Poe, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Health & Wellness Initiatives.
Submit a question.
Community resources will be available to provide additional information.
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State law requires all public schools to file a
Five-Year Financial Forecast
with the Ohio Department of Education twice a year in October and May. The forecast requires districts to evaluate their General Fund for potential long-term outcomes when making current decisions about new initiatives and fund existing programs and services over multiple years. The multi-year budgeting process lends itself to meeting both short and long-term goals while maintaining financial solvency.
The General Fund is the largest district fund. The General fund is primarily unrestricted and is used for the day-to-day operation of the school district.
Primary purpose of the forecast:
- It is a planning tool for the district’s Board of Education and administration used to identify and to prepare for future funding issues of the district in support of its mission and vision.
- It is a key tool in meeting the district’s priority to respect the investment of taxpayers by providing responsible management of resources as we continue our commitment to student success.
- To serve as a basis for determining the Treasurer's ability to certify that funds are available when entering into contracts.
- To provide a method for the Ohio Department of Education and the Auditor of State to identify districts headed toward financial difficulties.
- To identify future years’ deficits to allow districts to engage in planning for those conditions prior to their arrival and eliminating a projected deficit.
Due to the uncertainties and changing nature of school finance and economic factors, this forecast is fluid and subject to change.
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LOOKING AT SCHOOL FUNDING
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An informal work group of school superintendents and treasurers, led by State Representatives Bob Cupp (R-Lima), and John Patterson (D-Jefferson), has been meeting for nearly a year trying to put together a funding formula that properly measures the cost of educating a student in Ohio and distribute state funding equitably and fairly among Ohio school districts.
Superintendent, Nancy Santilli, and Treasurer,
Phillip
Butto, recently attended a regional update of the School Funding Work group.
The focus of this meeting was to gather feedback and input from area Superintendents, Treasurers, and board members on new funding formulas. Stay tuned for future updates as this school funding effort takes shape and gains momentum.
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TRANSPORTATION SAFETY WEEK
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This week, we remind motorists, students and school bus drivers of the important role they each have in ensuring childrens' safety.
“School buses remain the safest mode of transportation for students to and from school,” said Colonel Paul A. Pride, Ohio State Highway Patrol Superintendent. “Along with the watchful eyes of our school bus drivers, the cooperation of motorists, parents and children will make this a safe school year in Ohio.”
Please be reminded:
- Prior to stopping, school buses display yellow warning lights that signify the bus is about to stop. Once a bus stops, flashing lights and a stop sign are displayed. Motorists approaching a stopped school bus from either direction are required to stop at least 10 feet from the bus while the bus is receiving or discharging students.
- When a road is divided into four or more lanes, only traffic driving in the same direction as the bus must stop. See video
- Drivers may not resume their travels until the bus resumes traveling.
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SIGN UP FOR ALICE TRAINING
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Join Sgt. Frank Chickos of the Bainbridge Police Department on
Thursday, November 8th, at 7pm
to learn about ALICE (which stands for alert, lockdown, inform, counter, evacuate), a training method utilized in the Kenston Schools that teaches techniques that can reduce injuries and casualties in the event of an active shooter. ALICE differs from the lockdown/shelter-in-place approach previously used by many districts across the country.
ALICE is part of Kenston’s emergency operations plan. It empowers staff and students to make informed decisions about how to best ensure their own safety during an active shooter event, especially before authorities arrive on the scene or when they are not immediately available.
If you would like to sign up for ALICE training, you can do so through KCE by clicking
here
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VOTING AT GARDINER CENTER
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REMINDER: For the November 6, 2018 Election, Bainbridge Township voters in Precincts C, E and H will cast their ballot at Gardiner Center, not Kenston High School as was the location in years past.
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UPCOMING BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS
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Regular Meeting - Monday, November 19 - TES - 7pm
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Kenston Local Schools |
www.kenstonlocal.org l e-communications@kenstonapps.org
17419 Snyder Rd, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 l 440-543-9677
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