Good Afternoon:
As we near Election Day, just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the May 4, 2010 ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Please spread the word to your friends and neighbors to vote YES on issue 8!
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
On April 19th, I held my Monthly Constituent Coffee at the French Quarter Café. I just wanted to thank those who stopped by to give me their feedback. I hold these monthly coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. I will keep you posted when my next monthly coffee in May will be.
I attended the North Royalton PTA’s Founders Day Celebration and Installation of Officers held on April 22nd at the North Royalton High School Media Center. Individuals were recognized for National PTA Life Achievement Awards, Ohio PTA Achievement Awards, PTA Honorary Awards, and Past PTA Presidents. I truly enjoyed hearing about the accomplishments of great PTA members and distinguished staff members! Our district is truly lucky to have so many dedicated parents in our excellent PTAs! For those who were unable to attend, you missed a really great time and even a nice recipe for Pork Tenderloin. However, by popular demand attached is a copy of the recipe. Again, congrats to all those who were recognized and to all the newly installed PTA Officers!
April 23rd-24th I attended the Ohio School Boards Association’s Board Leadership Institute Seminar held down in Columbus with three of my colleagues on the School Board. The seminar focused on a variety of issues that face school boards and education in Ohio. I found this extremely informative and learned a lot from the various breakout sessions that I attended. It was also neat to have an opportunity to interact with school board members from all over the state of Ohio. The seminar ended with State Superintendent Deborah Delisle giving an update on various issues affecting education in the state of Ohio.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The City Recreation Board will be meeting on April 28th at 6pm @ City Hall
13834 Ridge Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133
Valley Vista Nature Center
Over the past six months, we have been meeting with several groups to discuss how we currently utilize the area behind Valley Vista Elementary School more commonly known as our “Nature Center”. The large wooded area has several ponds and streams throughout the property and some pathways. In the past, some high school classes along with a number of elementary classes used the area for curricular issues such as science experiments and just getting out and exploring nature. As a result, many upgrades are currently under way and we wanted to make you aware in case you hear “rumors” about us developing the property or tearing down the forest. We have been working with the Ohio Dept. of Natural Resource on a number of issues and they have recommended that we do a small amount of “thinning” of the trees to allow the canopy of the trees to open up and allow some sunlight to the lower trees and vegetation below. We are also constructing additional pathways that will be lined with wood chips and constructing some bridges that will allow people to cross the stream areas. Once this project is complete, we believe that both the schools and the community will have a better area to come and explore nature.
Albion Elementary Cell Tower
Several months ago, the school district negotiated a contract with a cellular tower provider for the construction and placement of a cell tower on the back property at Albion Elementary School. The revenue that we will receive from this project will be “earmarked” for our educational technology that is used in the buildings. The construction of the tower is scheduled to begin next week and should be completed in late May. The schools have held pre-construction meetings with the contractors to review the logistics of the project to ensure the safety of the staff and students.
Renewal Levy
Just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the
May 4, 2010 ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. This levy is a combination of two issues, the first of which was passed in 1990 and was last renewed in 2005. The levy will continue to raise $6,695,000 annually. Please vote YES on issue 8!
SAVE the Date for the next SCENE
The North Royalton School District will host the next SCENE event at 7pm May 6th in the Royal View Elementary School Media Center, 13220 Ridge Rd. SCENE, which stands for school community exchange night for education, is an informal opportunity to ask questions of the school district administration. Hope to see you there!
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Monday, April 19, 2010
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my monthly constituent coffee. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
The next coffee will be held on:
When: April 19, 2010
Time: 6pm-8pm
Where: French Quarter Cafe
5540 Wallings Rd.
North Royalton, OH 44133
If you have any questions, please contact me at 440-785-4240 or email me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org
invited to attend my monthly constituent coffee. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
The next coffee will be held on:
When: April 19, 2010
Time: 6pm-8pm
Where: French Quarter Cafe
5540 Wallings Rd.
North Royalton, OH 44133
If you have any questions, please contact me at 440-785-4240 or email me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Board Update
Good Afternoon:
Last week the school district’s 5-year Strategic Plan was unveiled which outlines six goals that the district has set. They are, improve community engagement, student achievement, communications between the school and community, facilities, financials and collaboration efforts between staff members. The School Board will vote on approving this plan at our May 10th Regular Board Meeting.
As one of your representatives on the North Royalton School Board, I am currently working hard to review this very important document which will help set the course of the next 5 years for our district. However, before I cast my vote in May I would like to get your input on this. Attached is a draft copy of the North Royalton School District’s Strategic Plan.
I have 3 questions:
1) What do you think of our Strategic Plan goals?
2) What do you like about the Strategic Plan?
3) Are any improvements needed in the Strategic Plan? If yes, please explain what?
Please e-mail at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org your responses to these questions after you have had a chance to read the entire strategic plan. Also if you prefer to give me your input in person please come out to my Monthly Constituent Coffee this Monday, April 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on April 12th for its’ April Regular School Board Meeting. The Board honored Teacher of the Year Lisa Arvay and Support Staff Person of the Year recipient Dave Albert. The Board also recognized the achievements of several high school athletes who went to states. In addition the Board honored Christine Studor, school information coordinator for her years of dedicated service to the North Royalton School District; she will be retiring at the end of the month. In appreciation for the outstanding efforts of all school district’s employees, the Board acknowledged Administrative Professionals Week April 18th -24th and Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week May 3rd-9th. The Board also approved the appointment of Jeffery Cicerchi as middle school assistant principal and Kevin Kuntz as the new athletic director for the district.
On April 13th the Health and Wellness Committee met. We discussed upcoming health fairs, new legislation updates, and got an update regarding food allergies.
As the Valley Vista Elementary School Building Liaison, I attended their Evening PTA Meeting on April 13th. I gave a little update on various things going on in the district and board. I truly enjoy hearing about all the nice things that our PTAs do for our students and staff. I would like to note that Valley Vista student’s collected over $3,000 for Jump for the Heart which benefits the American Heart Association.
On April 14th I attended the Ohio School Boards Association’s Communication Workshop held down in Columbus. I found the workshop extremely informative and relative because communication is part of the district’s strategic planning goals. Some of the topics that were covered: engaging families and communities, working with the media, developing successful school-business partnerships, and tapping the potential of parent involvement.
State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation
On April 14th Superintendent Ed Vittardi presented an overview of the Strategic Plan to the Community at the State of the School Presentation in the performing arts center. The presentation outlined the beliefs, vision and new mission of the District which is “We inspire and empower learners.” Mr. Vittardi proceeded to detail the six goals associated with the plan and the action steps linked to each goal. After the presentation, the community was invited to participate in small group discussions to review the plan and offer their opinions on the overall strength of the plan and what suggestions they had. Approximately 140 school and community members attended the presentation.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on April 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
Earth Day
April 22nd marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. What is Earth Day? It is a day designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's environment. It was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in in 1970 and is celebrated in many countries every year. Please try and be a little greener and make every day Earth Day.
Stadium Foundation Kick-off Fundraiser
The Stadium Foundation will be having a fundraiser on Saturday, April 24, 2010 from 6pm-9pm at Jocko's Bar & Grill - (in the old Doc's location) 110 W. Royalton Rd. Broadview Hts. Tickets are $20.00 and include pizza, pasta, wings, salad, draft beer, well drinks and soda. Side Boards, Chinese Raffles & awesome Baskets to bid on. If your business would like to donate a basket let us know. For Tickets contact John Vasil or pay at the door 440.915.8306 jp.v@cox.net.
Renewal Levy
Just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the
May 4, 2010 ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. This levy is a combination of two issues, the first of which was passed in 1990 and was last renewed in 2005. The levy will continue to raise $6,695,000 annually. Please vote YES on issue 8!
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Last week the school district’s 5-year Strategic Plan was unveiled which outlines six goals that the district has set. They are, improve community engagement, student achievement, communications between the school and community, facilities, financials and collaboration efforts between staff members. The School Board will vote on approving this plan at our May 10th Regular Board Meeting.
As one of your representatives on the North Royalton School Board, I am currently working hard to review this very important document which will help set the course of the next 5 years for our district. However, before I cast my vote in May I would like to get your input on this. Attached is a draft copy of the North Royalton School District’s Strategic Plan.
I have 3 questions:
1) What do you think of our Strategic Plan goals?
2) What do you like about the Strategic Plan?
3) Are any improvements needed in the Strategic Plan? If yes, please explain what?
Please e-mail at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org your responses to these questions after you have had a chance to read the entire strategic plan. Also if you prefer to give me your input in person please come out to my Monthly Constituent Coffee this Monday, April 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on April 12th for its’ April Regular School Board Meeting. The Board honored Teacher of the Year Lisa Arvay and Support Staff Person of the Year recipient Dave Albert. The Board also recognized the achievements of several high school athletes who went to states. In addition the Board honored Christine Studor, school information coordinator for her years of dedicated service to the North Royalton School District; she will be retiring at the end of the month. In appreciation for the outstanding efforts of all school district’s employees, the Board acknowledged Administrative Professionals Week April 18th -24th and Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week May 3rd-9th. The Board also approved the appointment of Jeffery Cicerchi as middle school assistant principal and Kevin Kuntz as the new athletic director for the district.
On April 13th the Health and Wellness Committee met. We discussed upcoming health fairs, new legislation updates, and got an update regarding food allergies.
As the Valley Vista Elementary School Building Liaison, I attended their Evening PTA Meeting on April 13th. I gave a little update on various things going on in the district and board. I truly enjoy hearing about all the nice things that our PTAs do for our students and staff. I would like to note that Valley Vista student’s collected over $3,000 for Jump for the Heart which benefits the American Heart Association.
On April 14th I attended the Ohio School Boards Association’s Communication Workshop held down in Columbus. I found the workshop extremely informative and relative because communication is part of the district’s strategic planning goals. Some of the topics that were covered: engaging families and communities, working with the media, developing successful school-business partnerships, and tapping the potential of parent involvement.
State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation
On April 14th Superintendent Ed Vittardi presented an overview of the Strategic Plan to the Community at the State of the School Presentation in the performing arts center. The presentation outlined the beliefs, vision and new mission of the District which is “We inspire and empower learners.” Mr. Vittardi proceeded to detail the six goals associated with the plan and the action steps linked to each goal. After the presentation, the community was invited to participate in small group discussions to review the plan and offer their opinions on the overall strength of the plan and what suggestions they had. Approximately 140 school and community members attended the presentation.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on April 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
Earth Day
April 22nd marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. What is Earth Day? It is a day designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's environment. It was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in in 1970 and is celebrated in many countries every year. Please try and be a little greener and make every day Earth Day.
Stadium Foundation Kick-off Fundraiser
The Stadium Foundation will be having a fundraiser on Saturday, April 24, 2010 from 6pm-9pm at Jocko's Bar & Grill - (in the old Doc's location) 110 W. Royalton Rd. Broadview Hts. Tickets are $20.00 and include pizza, pasta, wings, salad, draft beer, well drinks and soda. Side Boards, Chinese Raffles & awesome Baskets to bid on. If your business would like to donate a basket let us know. For Tickets contact John Vasil or pay at the door 440.915.8306 jp.v@cox.net.
Renewal Levy
Just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the
May 4, 2010 ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. This levy is a combination of two issues, the first of which was passed in 1990 and was last renewed in 2005. The levy will continue to raise $6,695,000 annually. Please vote YES on issue 8!
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
You are Invited!!!!
Come out to the State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation this Wednesday, April 14th at 7pm @ NRHS Performing Arts Center 14713 Ridge Rd.North Royalton, OH 44133. Hope to see you all there!
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Board Update
Good Afternoon:
This week is a very important week because the State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation will be held this Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Performing Arts Center. Superintendent Ed Vittardi will review the Strategic Planning process and present the vision, mission, goals and action steps that have been developed.
Our strategic plan will help set the course for the next 5 years for our district. All residents of North Royalton and Broadview Heights are invited to attend. Please bring a friend or neighbor to this. We really want to pack the P.A.C. for this big event! Hope to see you all there!
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
I attended the City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on April 5th at North Royalton City Hall. The committee discussed the city’s recycling program and is in the process of getting recycling containers for the proposed three convenience stations throughout the city. Because of the tight budget they are working on finding the right funds to use in order to purchase these convenience containers. There was also discussion about the Solar Energy Financing under House Bill 1. The city is still waiting for the administrative code from the state.
On April 6th I attended the North Royalton City Council Meeting. The City Council passed a resolution supporting the renewal levy of the North Royalton City School District. I personally thanked the Council for their support for the renewal levy and their continued support for our district.
The School Board met on April 8th for its’ Board Work Session and reviewed the April Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters before the Board.
“America’s 25 Best Schools for Your Housing Buck”
North Royalton City Schools was featured last week on www.forbes.com for being one of “America’s 25 Best Schools for Your Housing Buck.” In a recent rating from GreatSchools, North Royalton scored a 9 out of 10 based on its test results thus making the top 25 list. North Royalton was among the top 10 cities in the country that offer families excellent public schools and median home prices between $100K and $200K in this recent study. The article states:
“Oompah-pah! Oompah-pah! The marching band at North Royalton High School is one of the best in Ohio: It has trumpeted at the Rose Bowl and Indianapolis 500, with between 250 and 400 students enrolled in its ranks annually. Band leader Marty Lydecker is retiring soon, after 36 years of waving his baton. Five choirs also chime here in this suburb near Cleveland. With small-town amenities like an old hardware store, tailor shops, and a shoe repair shop, North Royalton also boasts great outdoor space including a new 15-acre park with walking trails, a community garden, and natural springs in the heart of town. Academically, North Royalton makes the best of good teachers and high parent involvement to achieve two 10s and three 9s among its schools, with 90% of its graduates entering college.”
The link to the photo/headline is: http://www.forbes.com/2010/04/05/best-schools-for-your-housing-buck-business-beltway-greatschools_slide_26.html
Story: http://www.greatschools.org/find-a-school/moving/slideshows/top-public-schools-100k.gs?content=2337&page=5
The district’s profile link is: http://www.greatschools.org/ohio/north-royalton/?s_cid=forbes
GreatSchools is a source of information on school performance. It offers a listing of 200,000 public and private schools serving students from preschool through high school and more than 800,000 parent ratings and reviews.
Good news! The Ohio Department of Education has approved the North Royalton School District’s Wavier for All Day Kindergarten for the 2010-2011 School Year. A change of this magnitude takes time to plan and implement successfully and we believe this to be our best course of action. The district has taken several steps for consideration of potential implementation such as an assessment of available physical space. It is our hope that the Ohio Department of Education continues to work with school districts to give us the time and energy to explore all possible options while also considering the value of our present programs and services that could be impacted with the mandates of ADK and the significant financial implications.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a School Board Meeting, committee meeting, and State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation.
April Regular School Board Meeting on April 12th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Educational Foundation Meeting on April 14th at 3:30pm @ Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation
On, Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in High School Performing Arts Center. Superintendent Ed Vittardi will review the Strategic Planning process and present the vision, mission, goals and action steps that have been developed. All residents of North Royalton and Broadview Heights are invited.
Renewal Levy
Just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the
May 4, 2010 ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. This levy is a combination of two issues, the first of which was passed in 1990 and was last renewed in 2005. The levy will continue to raise $6,695,000 annually. Please vote YES on issue 8!
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on April 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
This week is a very important week because the State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation will be held this Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Performing Arts Center. Superintendent Ed Vittardi will review the Strategic Planning process and present the vision, mission, goals and action steps that have been developed.
Our strategic plan will help set the course for the next 5 years for our district. All residents of North Royalton and Broadview Heights are invited to attend. Please bring a friend or neighbor to this. We really want to pack the P.A.C. for this big event! Hope to see you all there!
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
I attended the City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on April 5th at North Royalton City Hall. The committee discussed the city’s recycling program and is in the process of getting recycling containers for the proposed three convenience stations throughout the city. Because of the tight budget they are working on finding the right funds to use in order to purchase these convenience containers. There was also discussion about the Solar Energy Financing under House Bill 1. The city is still waiting for the administrative code from the state.
On April 6th I attended the North Royalton City Council Meeting. The City Council passed a resolution supporting the renewal levy of the North Royalton City School District. I personally thanked the Council for their support for the renewal levy and their continued support for our district.
The School Board met on April 8th for its’ Board Work Session and reviewed the April Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters before the Board.
“America’s 25 Best Schools for Your Housing Buck”
North Royalton City Schools was featured last week on www.forbes.com for being one of “America’s 25 Best Schools for Your Housing Buck.” In a recent rating from GreatSchools, North Royalton scored a 9 out of 10 based on its test results thus making the top 25 list. North Royalton was among the top 10 cities in the country that offer families excellent public schools and median home prices between $100K and $200K in this recent study. The article states:
“Oompah-pah! Oompah-pah! The marching band at North Royalton High School is one of the best in Ohio: It has trumpeted at the Rose Bowl and Indianapolis 500, with between 250 and 400 students enrolled in its ranks annually. Band leader Marty Lydecker is retiring soon, after 36 years of waving his baton. Five choirs also chime here in this suburb near Cleveland. With small-town amenities like an old hardware store, tailor shops, and a shoe repair shop, North Royalton also boasts great outdoor space including a new 15-acre park with walking trails, a community garden, and natural springs in the heart of town. Academically, North Royalton makes the best of good teachers and high parent involvement to achieve two 10s and three 9s among its schools, with 90% of its graduates entering college.”
The link to the photo/headline is: http://www.forbes.com/2010/04/05/best-schools-for-your-housing-buck-business-beltway-greatschools_slide_26.html
Story: http://www.greatschools.org/find-a-school/moving/slideshows/top-public-schools-100k.gs?content=2337&page=5
The district’s profile link is: http://www.greatschools.org/ohio/north-royalton/?s_cid=forbes
GreatSchools is a source of information on school performance. It offers a listing of 200,000 public and private schools serving students from preschool through high school and more than 800,000 parent ratings and reviews.
Good news! The Ohio Department of Education has approved the North Royalton School District’s Wavier for All Day Kindergarten for the 2010-2011 School Year. A change of this magnitude takes time to plan and implement successfully and we believe this to be our best course of action. The district has taken several steps for consideration of potential implementation such as an assessment of available physical space. It is our hope that the Ohio Department of Education continues to work with school districts to give us the time and energy to explore all possible options while also considering the value of our present programs and services that could be impacted with the mandates of ADK and the significant financial implications.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a School Board Meeting, committee meeting, and State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation.
April Regular School Board Meeting on April 12th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Educational Foundation Meeting on April 14th at 3:30pm @ Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation
On, Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in High School Performing Arts Center. Superintendent Ed Vittardi will review the Strategic Planning process and present the vision, mission, goals and action steps that have been developed. All residents of North Royalton and Broadview Heights are invited.
Renewal Levy
Just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the
May 4, 2010 ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. This levy is a combination of two issues, the first of which was passed in 1990 and was last renewed in 2005. The levy will continue to raise $6,695,000 annually. Please vote YES on issue 8!
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on April 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Board Update
Good Afternoon:
I just want to wish you all a Happy Easter! Also please keep in your thoughts and prayers all those in our community currently serving both here and overseas in the United States Military on this Easter Sunday.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
On March 30th I attended the Ohio School Board Association’s Management Development Series Workshop down in Columbus. The workshop was extremely informative in covering key topics of administrator salaries, retirement incentives, and current trends in the state of Ohio.
I attended the second SCENE (School Community Exchange Night for Education) held on March 31st at the Early Childhood Center hosted by Early Childhood Center Principal Julie Bogden and Superintendent Ed Vittardi. It was nice hearing about some highlights of the ECC and a district update. These evenings are a great opportunity to provide an informal opportunity for members of the community to share observations and to ask questions about our school district. The district plans to continue this great two-way communication with our school community in the months to come.
Absentee Voting Has Begun
Just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the
May 4, 2010 ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. This levy is a combination of two issues, the first of which was passed in 1990 and was last renewed in 2005. The levy will continue to raise $6,695,000 annually. Please vote YES on issue 8!
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a School Board Work Session and City EEE Committee Meeting.
City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on April 5th at 7pm @ North Royalton City Hall, 13834 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH 44133.
The School Board will meet on April 8th for its’ Board Work Session at 6pm @ the North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The Board will be reviewing the April Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that may come before the Board.
State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation
On, Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in High School Performing Arts Center. Superintendent Ed Vittardi will review the Strategic Planning process and present the vision, mission, goals and action steps that have been developed. All residents of North Royalton and Broadview Heights are invited.
Do not forget to fill out and mail in your 2010 Census forms!! 10 questions, 10 minutes, for the next 10 years. If you have any questions please check out the Census website at http://2010.census.gov/2010census/index.php
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns don’t hesitate to contact me at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on April 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
Have a Happy Easter!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
I just want to wish you all a Happy Easter! Also please keep in your thoughts and prayers all those in our community currently serving both here and overseas in the United States Military on this Easter Sunday.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
On March 30th I attended the Ohio School Board Association’s Management Development Series Workshop down in Columbus. The workshop was extremely informative in covering key topics of administrator salaries, retirement incentives, and current trends in the state of Ohio.
I attended the second SCENE (School Community Exchange Night for Education) held on March 31st at the Early Childhood Center hosted by Early Childhood Center Principal Julie Bogden and Superintendent Ed Vittardi. It was nice hearing about some highlights of the ECC and a district update. These evenings are a great opportunity to provide an informal opportunity for members of the community to share observations and to ask questions about our school district. The district plans to continue this great two-way communication with our school community in the months to come.
Absentee Voting Has Begun
Just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the
May 4, 2010 ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. This levy is a combination of two issues, the first of which was passed in 1990 and was last renewed in 2005. The levy will continue to raise $6,695,000 annually. Please vote YES on issue 8!
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a School Board Work Session and City EEE Committee Meeting.
City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on April 5th at 7pm @ North Royalton City Hall, 13834 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH 44133.
The School Board will meet on April 8th for its’ Board Work Session at 6pm @ the North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The Board will be reviewing the April Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that may come before the Board.
State of the Schools Strategic Plan Presentation
On, Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in High School Performing Arts Center. Superintendent Ed Vittardi will review the Strategic Planning process and present the vision, mission, goals and action steps that have been developed. All residents of North Royalton and Broadview Heights are invited.
Do not forget to fill out and mail in your 2010 Census forms!! 10 questions, 10 minutes, for the next 10 years. If you have any questions please check out the Census website at http://2010.census.gov/2010census/index.php
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns don’t hesitate to contact me at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on April 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
Have a Happy Easter!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
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