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Softball Stadium Grand Opening
PTO Read-a-Thon
Department Spotlight: Operations
Fine and Performing Arts Diploma Seal
STEM Wars
Bison Staff Spotlight
Social Scene: @BeachwoodBison
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You’re Invited: Softball Stadium Grand Opening
The Beachwood community is invited to cheer on the girls varsity softball team on Wednesday, April 12 as they play their first-ever home game at the brand new stadium. The grand opening kicks off at 3:45 p.m. with free hot dogs, popcorn, and snow ice for fans. The program includes speeches from members of the Bison athletics department, school and city officials, alumni, and team captains followed by a ribbon cutting. Game time starts at 4:45 p.m. The stadium is located at Beachwood High School at 25100 Fairmount Blvd. Rain dates are April 13 and April 14.
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Beachwood Schools PTO Read-a-Thon Fundraiser Update
The Beachwood Schools PTO read-a-thon fundraiser began this week for preschool, elementary, and middle school students. So far, the PTO has raised more than $7,500 with the goal of raising $15,000 by Friday, March 10. Proceeds will support student achievement incentives, teacher and classroom requests, and fun programming. During the read-a-thon, students will read as much as they can at home and school, record the minutes they read, and earn prizes! Families can support this fundraiser by making a pledge per minute or a flat donation. Learn More.
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Featuring updates from the different departments that make
Beachwood Schools thrive
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Operations: Preparing the Stadiums for Game Day
This winter's weather has had its ups and downs. From negative temperatures in December to record-setting highs in February. The recent warmth has sparked excitement for the maintenance team as we look forward to the upcoming softball and baseball seasons. The varsity baseball field has a new pitching mound, adjusted outfield transition, and literally tons of sand incorporated into the outfield for drainage.
We are thrilled that the new softball stadium will officially open for competition at a grand opening on Wednesday, April 12. Designed by Strollo Architects and Greenspace Construction Services, the softball stadium features new masonry dugouts, chain link backstop, and an entirely new infield and outfield. Our team is excited to put the new press box and sound system to the test.
In addition to these exciting updates, the maintenance team has refreshed their ballfield maintenance certifications, performed the preventative maintenance on the equipment, and are ready to win some games!
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Board of Education Approves Fine and Performing Arts Diploma Seal
Graduating seniors may now earn a Seal of Fine and Performing Arts on their Beachwood High School diploma. The Beachwood Board of Education approved the new diploma seal at its February 27 meeting. Diploma seals demonstrate academic, technical, and professional readiness as students transition to their next steps after high school. Students are required to achieve a total of two seals to graduate, with at least one coming from the Ohio Department of Education’s state-defined list. To earn the Seal of Fine and Performing Arts, students must complete four years in a curricular ensemble or visual art class, participate in a high school drama experience, participate in at least one adjudication experience, and attend an arts or culture-related speaker series. Upon completion of these requirements, students must submit an application for approval. "The Beachwood Fine and Performing Arts Program provides students with robust and engaging opportunities to excel,” said Linda LoGalbo, Director of Curriculum and Instruction. “The Seal of Fine and Performing Arts is yet another way for our district to recognize our talented students." Learn more about the Seal of Fine and Performing Arts.
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High School Hosts Chagrin Valley Conference STEM Wars
Beachwood High School will host the 2023 Chagrin Valley Conference STEM Wars on Friday, March 3. Students from 11 Northeast Ohio districts will vie in a series of science, technology, and engineering events including a cardboard boat regatta, paper rocket launch, 9V motor challenge, CO2 car race, Mousetrap Vehicle for distance/speed/accuracy, suspension bridge competition, magazine cover design, and movie clip production. Competing teams include Beachwood, Hawken, Crestwood, Cuyahoga Heights, Lakeside, Lutheran West, Grand Valley, Cardinal, Wickliffe, Geneva, and Independence. Best of luck to the Beachwood High School Graphic Design and Design and Engineering students as they compete and host this exciting event!
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Bison Staff Spotlight: Danny MacVeigh
Walk through the halls of Beachwood Middle School, and you can easily see that the facilities are a clean, healthy, and inviting place for teaching and learning. That’s thanks to the dedication and hard work of the four-member custodial team led by Head Custodian Danny MacVeigh. Mr. MacVeigh is our Bison Staff Spotlight. Throughout his 25 years in the District, he has been committed to delivering outstanding services and running a well-maintained building. “I feel blessed because I have the greatest custodial crew,” said Mr. MacVeigh. “None of this is possible without the team.” Read More.
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Social Scene
Follow us on Instagram @BeachwoodBison for an inside look at classroom lessons, school events, and extracurricular activities.
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Save the Date: Beachwood Schools K-12 Art Show
View the creative talents of Beachwood students during the K-12 Art Show sponsored by the Beachwood Arts Council. The exhibition runs Wednesday, March 15, through Sunday, April 9, at the Beachwood Community Center. An opening for the exhibition will be Wednesday, March 15, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The open house will feature music from our talented student musicians in addition to a collection of student art that includes collages, paintings, drawings, and sculptures. The exhibition is open to the public. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On weekends, call (216) 292-1970 for available hours.
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Preschool & Kindergarten Registration
Registration is open for preschool at the Fairmount Early Childhood Center and kindergarten at Bryden Elementary. To register your child for the Fairmount Early Childhood Center, please complete the paperwork on the preschool registration page. Families with a child entering kindergarten in the 2023-2024 school year should complete the online registration form. For questions about registering for kindergarten, please contact district registrar Grace Perryman at gperryman@beachwoodschools.org or (216) 464-2600, ext. 2107.
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25100 Fairmount Blvd
Beachwood, OH 44122
Phone: 216.464.2600
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