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Neurodiversity Family Network Parent Meeting and Issue 1 Information Session
Primary/Special Election Voting Changes
Department Spotlight: Curriculum & Instruction
Beachwood Hosts Family Kindness Festival
Board Hires Assistant Treasurer
Board Approves Collective Bargaining Agreement
K-12 Gifted Program Presentation Materials
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Message from the Board of Education
Wendy Leatherberry
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Neurodiversity Family Network Parent Meeting and Issue 1 Information Session
Please join the Beachwood Neurodiversity Family Network for a Parent Meeting and Issue 1 Information Session on Sunday, April 16. The parent meeting is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Immediately following the parent meeting, the Neurodiversity Family Network has invited school board member Wendy Leatherberry to provide information and answer your questions regarding the bond issue. The meeting is located at the Cuyahoga County Public Library - South Euclid/Lyndhurst branch - Meeting Room B, 1876 Green Rd, Cleveland, OH 44121 (between Cedar and Mayfield).
Children can bring a quiet game/activity to play. For Minecraft, make sure to update to the latest version in order to join the server. RSVP and view the agenda.
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Ohio’s May 2 Primary/Special Election: Voting Location Changes
There are voting location changes for the May 2 primary/special election. Voters who live in Beachwood precincts A and G have been moved out of the Hilltop Elementary School and will now vote at the Beachwood Community Center at 25325 Fairmount Blvd. Voters who live in Beachwood precinct B have been moved out of the Beachwood High School and will now vote at the Beachwood Community Center at 25325 Fairmount Blvd. For more details regarding the May 2 election, visit the City of Beachwood elections webpage or 443vote.us.
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Opening Friday! The SpongeBob Musical
Come get lost in the world of Bikini Bottom as Bison Theater presents The SpongeBob Musical, April 14 - 16! Check out the digital playbill for bios of the cast and crew, a letter from Director Johnathan Luster, and a list of the award-winning musical numbers. Showtimes are Friday, April 14, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, April 15, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, April 16, at 1 p.m. Purchase Tickets.
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K-6 Bison Fun Run
Join the Bison track and field team for the K-6 Bison Fun Run on Saturday, April 15. Students in grades K-6 will compete in a 100-meter dash at the Beachwood Track Invitational. All participants will receive a T-shirt, snack bag, and award. The first place boy and girl in each age group will receive a medal. Check in starts at 9:30 a.m., and the event begins at 10:30 a.m. Pre-registration is $15 or $20 at the door. Sign up!
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White and Gold Talent Show
Mark your calendar for the annual White and Gold Talent Show on Tuesday, April 18, at 7 p.m. at Beachwood High School. Students will showcase their creativity in singing, dance, rap, music, and poetry. In addition to performing arts, the talent show has been expanded to include a variety of student interests and passions in other areas, including Lego building, photography, sculpture, and videography. Learn More.
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Featuring updates from the different departments that make
Beachwood Schools thrive
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Curriculum & Instruction: Spring Testing Explained
It is a busy time of year for teachers and students. Each spring, our students are assessed formally in a variety of ways. The curriculum our teachers provide ensures that our students are well-prepared for these formal assessments. These assessments should be viewed as a single snapshot of students' progress in the curriculum. For parents, the tests can seem like an alphabet soup of educational jargon. Below is a list of assessments, grade levels, and purposes.
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Beachwood Hosts Family Kindness Festival
Beachwood Schools is proud to host the Family Kindness Festival in partnership with Senders Pediatrics on Sunday, April 30, from 1-4 p.m. at Beachwood High School (25100 Fairmount Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122). This year’s theme is “Kindness is Magical.” The FREE family event features strolling magicians, a magic show, balloon twisting, and a pop-up roller skating rink. Guests will have opportunities to interact with representatives from 41 service-based non-profit organizations and discover ways to get involved in the community. “Beachwood City Schools is proud to once again host the Family Kindness Festival and is appreciative of our partnership with Senders Pediatrics,” stated Dr. Robert P. Hardis, Superintendent. “Our district mission aligns seamlessly with that of the festival. We look forward to helping forge authentic, meaningful connections among all members of our community through kindness.” Learn More
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Board of Education Hires Assistant Treasurer
The Beachwood Board of Education approved the hiring of Diana Maher as the assistant treasurer, effective June 1. She will succeed Kathleen Stroski, who is retiring after 33 years with Beachwood Schools. Ms. Maher currently serves as the assistant treasurer with the Brooklyn City School District. She holds a bachelor of arts in early childhood education from John Carroll University and a master’s degree in educational leadership studies from Johns Hopkins University. “It is such an honor to be hired for this position,” said Ms. Maher. “Treasurer Michele Mills and Assistant Treasurer Kathleen Stroski are leaving a rather prolific legacy. I’m looking forward to working with Matthew Brown and continuing their track record of excellence.” Read More.
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Board Approves Collective Bargaining Agreement with Beachwood Union of Support Staff
The Beachwood Board of Education unanimously approved a collective bargaining agreement with the Beachwood Union of Support Staff during its April 10 meeting. The Beachwood Union of Support Staff represents 109 educational assistants, bus drivers, secretaries, office assistants, cleaners, custodians, maintenance workers, mechanics, and other support staff. “The collaboration that took place between the BUSS and the District’s negotiating teams was excellent and resulted in a contract that is fair and includes market rate wage increases that will help us retain as well as recruit classified staff members, which has been very difficult in recent years,” stated Superintendent Robert Hardis. “This contract is fair and well-thought out, and I appreciate the efforts on both sides of the negotiations to bring it together.”
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K-12 Gifted Program Presentation Materials
More than a hundred parents and family members attended the K-12 Gifted Program meeting on April 12. The presentation highlighted the traits of gifted children, the gifted identification process, Beachwood’s gifted services, and resources for families with gifted children. For those unable to attend, here is a link to the presentation. Additional resources and information are available on the Beachwood Schools gifted and talented webpage.
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Social Scene
The varsity girls softball team opened its new stadium yesterday with a 17-3 win over Chagrin Falls! Go on Facebook to view highlights from the grand opening festivities.
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Ohio Department of Education Family Survey
The Ohio Department of Education would like to invite you to participate in a short, 25 question survey about your involvement in your student’s education. Research suggests that parental involvement is a key predictor of positive educational outcomes. You may be eligible to participate if your child has an IEP and receives special education services. The purpose of collecting this information is to improve services for students with disabilities across Ohio. If you are eligible to participate and you enroll in the study, you will be entered in a drawing for a $50 gift card. Your chance of winning a gift card is approximately 2.0%. Take the survey.
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25100 Fairmount Blvd
Beachwood, OH 44122
Phone: 216.464.2600
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