Good Evening:
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
HB 136 Update
Back on Sept. 21st, the House Education Committee passed HB 136, a proposal that would offer vouchers to students in every Ohio school district, regardless of the district’s academic performance. The bill passed 12-10 primarily on a party line vote, with Rep. Nan Baker (R-Westlake) and Rep. Marlene Anielski (R-Walton Hills) voting against the measure along with Democrats. Now that HB 136 has been reported out of committee, it will move to the floor where it will be voted on by the full House some time after the November 8th General Election. HB 136 has the very real possibility of stripping even more state funding from the high performing school districts like ours. This is especially confusing given the public backlash against state budget which cut millions of dollars from local districts already fighting to control costs and deliver a quality public education
HB 136:
• Expands vouchers to students in all school districts, regardless of the academic report card rating of the school building or district. The only qualifier for eligibility is household income. Students whose family income is less than $95,000 would qualify.
• Allows students currently enrolled in private schools to be eligible for the voucher (phases in over four years).
• If the private school tuition is less than the voucher amount, it allows parents to bank the excess dollars for college tuition and textbooks at any private school or college in Ohio.
• Deducts funding for the voucher from the resident school district’s funding (aggregate amount deducted from district cannot exceed a district’s state aid funding.)
Please continue to contact our lawmakers in Columbus and share with them your concerns about HB 136 and to tell them to vote No!
State Senator Tom Patton
24th Senate District
Senate Building
1 Capitol Square, 1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 466-8056
SD24@senate.state.oh.us
State Representative Marlene Anielski (Broadview Heights portion of our school district)
17th House District
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 644-6041
Fax: (614) 719-6956
district17@ohr.state.oh.us
State Representative Mike Dovilla
18th House District (North Royalton portion of our school district)
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 466-4895
Fax: (614) 719-6957
district18@ohr.state.oh.us
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
Citywide Holiday Food Bank Collection
The North Royalton Food Bank is asking for donations of food for our Holiday Food Box program. Families in need will be given a food box for Thanksgiving and one for Christmas. You can help by donating nonperishable foods as listed on the attached description of needed items. If you wish to donate money to the program, checks are made out to the North Royalton Food Bank Trust and mailed to the Office on Aging, 13500 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH 44133. Please include your name and address so we may send you a letter of thanks for your kind donation. See the Food List attached.
Thanksgiving/Christmas Food List
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
The North Royalton Stadium Foundation and the North Royalton Educational Foundation will be holding the Taste of North Royalton. The event will take place on Thursday, November 3, 2011 from 5:30PM - 8:30PM at Carrie Cerino's Main Ballroom. For ticket information, please call 440.582.2820 or 440.652.6143. Please click on Taste of North Royalton to see the many restaurants who will be participating in this event.
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. You can also check out my website at www.danlangshaw.com
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Monday, October 31, 2011
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Monday, October 24, 2011
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
On Oct. 19th Superintendent Ed Vittardi delivered his Annual State of the Schools Address at the North Royalton Chamber of Commerce luncheon. He shared the district’s recent achievements which include ranking of Excellent for 11 consecutive years from the Ohio Department of Education and its placement on the Forbes.com “Top Education Towns” inventory. He also gave fiscal report, and presented an update on the district’s strategic plan progress, student achievement, and success stories from each of the school buildings. You can also check out the Sun Newspaper Article about his full address at: http://www.cleveland.com/north-royalton/index.ssf/2011/10/address_recounts_north_royalto.html
NRHS students receive National Merit Honors
Special congrats to Kathryn Altizer, Julianna Coleman, Emily Hrovat, Jennifer Pilat and Joel Roggeman who have all been named Commended Students in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program.
On October 22nd, 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 November will be.
Also on October 22nd I met with State Representative Mike Dovilla during his district office hours at the North Royalton Library to share concerns regarding HB 136, the Governor’s upcoming new school funding model, and to get an update on pending legislation that could impact our school district.
HB 136 Update
Back on Sept. 21st, the House Education Committee passed HB 136, a proposal that would offer vouchers to students in every Ohio school district, regardless of the district’s academic performance. The bill passed 12-10 primarily on a party line vote, with Rep. Nan Baker (R-Westlake) and Rep. Marlene Anielski (R-Walton Hills) voting against the measure along with Democrats. Now that HB 136 has been reported out of committee, it will move to the floor where it will be voted on by the full House some time after the November 8th General Election. HB 136 has the very real possibility of stripping even more state funding from the high performing school districts like ours. This is especially confusing given the public backlash against state budget which cut millions of dollars from local districts already fighting to control costs and deliver a quality public education
HB 136:
• Expands vouchers to students in all school districts, regardless of the academic report card rating of the school building or district. The only qualifier for eligibility is household income. Students whose family income is less than $95,000 would qualify.
• Allows students currently enrolled in private schools to be eligible for the voucher (phases in over four years).
• If the private school tuition is less than the voucher amount, it allows parents to bank the excess dollars for college tuition and textbooks at any private school or college in Ohio.
• Deducts funding for the voucher from the resident school district’s funding (aggregate amount deducted from district cannot exceed a district’s state aid funding.)
Please continue to contact our lawmakers in Columbus and share with them your concerns about HB 136 and to tell them to vote No!
State Senator Tom Patton
24th Senate District
Senate Building
1 Capitol Square, 1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 466-8056
SD24@senate.state.oh.us
State Representative Marlene Anielski (Broadview Heights portion of our school district)
17th House District
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 644-6041
Fax: (614) 719-6956
district17@ohr.state.oh.us
State Representative Mike Dovilla
18th House District (North Royalton portion of our school district)
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 466-4895
Fax: (614) 719-6957
district18@ohr.state.oh.us
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
Citywide Holiday Food Bank Collection
The North Royalton Food Bank is asking for donations of food for our Holiday Food Box program. Families in need will be given a food box for Thanksgiving and one for Christmas. You can help by donating nonperishable foods as listed on the attached description of needed items. If you wish to donate money to the program, checks are made out to the North Royalton Food Bank Trust and mailed to the Office on Aging, 13500 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH 44133. Please include your name and address so we may send you a letter of thanks for your kind donation. See the Food List attached.
Thanksgiving/Christmas Food List
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
Transportation Committee Meeting on October 26th at 9:30am @ North Royalton Middle School Media Center Loft,14709 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Wellness Committee Meeting on October 26th at 1:00pm @ North Royalton Middle School Media Center Loft,14709 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton Meeting on October 26th at 2:45pm @ North Royalton Middle School Media Center Loft,14709 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting on October 26thth at 7:00pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
You are cordially invited to attend the North Royalton Health, Wellness & Community Expo featuring the 11th Annual 5K Bear Run/Walk and so much more this year! Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM with free Pancake & Sausage Breakfast provided by Mayor Bob Stefanik, 5K Bear Run will jump start the expo at 9:00 AM. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Health & Wellness Expo with a variety of Health, Wellness & Fitness Exhibitors. Free Health Screens, Kid’s Turkey Run/Walk & Play Area plus Presentations for All Age Groups. For more information check out our district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
The North Royalton Stadium Foundation and the North Royalton Educational Foundation will be holding the Taste of North Royalton. The event will take place on Thursday, November 3, 2011 from 5:30PM - 8:30PM at Carrie Cerino's Main Ballroom. For ticket information, please call 440.582.2820 or 440.652.6143. Please click on Taste of North Royalton to see the many restaurants who will be participating in this event.
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. I also have a blog at http://votelangshaw4board.blogspot.com.
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
On Oct. 19th Superintendent Ed Vittardi delivered his Annual State of the Schools Address at the North Royalton Chamber of Commerce luncheon. He shared the district’s recent achievements which include ranking of Excellent for 11 consecutive years from the Ohio Department of Education and its placement on the Forbes.com “Top Education Towns” inventory. He also gave fiscal report, and presented an update on the district’s strategic plan progress, student achievement, and success stories from each of the school buildings. You can also check out the Sun Newspaper Article about his full address at: http://www.cleveland.com/north-royalton/index.ssf/2011/10/address_recounts_north_royalto.html
NRHS students receive National Merit Honors
Special congrats to Kathryn Altizer, Julianna Coleman, Emily Hrovat, Jennifer Pilat and Joel Roggeman who have all been named Commended Students in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program.
On October 22nd, 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 November will be.
Also on October 22nd I met with State Representative Mike Dovilla during his district office hours at the North Royalton Library to share concerns regarding HB 136, the Governor’s upcoming new school funding model, and to get an update on pending legislation that could impact our school district.
HB 136 Update
Back on Sept. 21st, the House Education Committee passed HB 136, a proposal that would offer vouchers to students in every Ohio school district, regardless of the district’s academic performance. The bill passed 12-10 primarily on a party line vote, with Rep. Nan Baker (R-Westlake) and Rep. Marlene Anielski (R-Walton Hills) voting against the measure along with Democrats. Now that HB 136 has been reported out of committee, it will move to the floor where it will be voted on by the full House some time after the November 8th General Election. HB 136 has the very real possibility of stripping even more state funding from the high performing school districts like ours. This is especially confusing given the public backlash against state budget which cut millions of dollars from local districts already fighting to control costs and deliver a quality public education
HB 136:
• Expands vouchers to students in all school districts, regardless of the academic report card rating of the school building or district. The only qualifier for eligibility is household income. Students whose family income is less than $95,000 would qualify.
• Allows students currently enrolled in private schools to be eligible for the voucher (phases in over four years).
• If the private school tuition is less than the voucher amount, it allows parents to bank the excess dollars for college tuition and textbooks at any private school or college in Ohio.
• Deducts funding for the voucher from the resident school district’s funding (aggregate amount deducted from district cannot exceed a district’s state aid funding.)
Please continue to contact our lawmakers in Columbus and share with them your concerns about HB 136 and to tell them to vote No!
State Senator Tom Patton
24th Senate District
Senate Building
1 Capitol Square, 1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 466-8056
SD24@senate.state.oh.us
State Representative Marlene Anielski (Broadview Heights portion of our school district)
17th House District
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 644-6041
Fax: (614) 719-6956
district17@ohr.state.oh.us
State Representative Mike Dovilla
18th House District (North Royalton portion of our school district)
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 466-4895
Fax: (614) 719-6957
district18@ohr.state.oh.us
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
Citywide Holiday Food Bank Collection
The North Royalton Food Bank is asking for donations of food for our Holiday Food Box program. Families in need will be given a food box for Thanksgiving and one for Christmas. You can help by donating nonperishable foods as listed on the attached description of needed items. If you wish to donate money to the program, checks are made out to the North Royalton Food Bank Trust and mailed to the Office on Aging, 13500 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH 44133. Please include your name and address so we may send you a letter of thanks for your kind donation. See the Food List attached.
Thanksgiving/Christmas Food List
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
Transportation Committee Meeting on October 26th at 9:30am @ North Royalton Middle School Media Center Loft,14709 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Wellness Committee Meeting on October 26th at 1:00pm @ North Royalton Middle School Media Center Loft,14709 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton Meeting on October 26th at 2:45pm @ North Royalton Middle School Media Center Loft,14709 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting on October 26thth at 7:00pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
You are cordially invited to attend the North Royalton Health, Wellness & Community Expo featuring the 11th Annual 5K Bear Run/Walk and so much more this year! Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM with free Pancake & Sausage Breakfast provided by Mayor Bob Stefanik, 5K Bear Run will jump start the expo at 9:00 AM. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Health & Wellness Expo with a variety of Health, Wellness & Fitness Exhibitors. Free Health Screens, Kid’s Turkey Run/Walk & Play Area plus Presentations for All Age Groups. For more information check out our district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
The North Royalton Stadium Foundation and the North Royalton Educational Foundation will be holding the Taste of North Royalton. The event will take place on Thursday, November 3, 2011 from 5:30PM - 8:30PM at Carrie Cerino's Main Ballroom. For ticket information, please call 440.582.2820 or 440.652.6143. Please click on Taste of North Royalton to see the many restaurants who will be participating in this event.
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. I also have a blog at http://votelangshaw4board.blogspot.com.
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Monday, October 17, 2011
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on October 10th for its’ October Regular School Board Meeting. Some highlights from the meeting. Students Kelly Mkut, Fariha Mostafiz, and Patrick Barrett from the North Royalton Middle School’s WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) gave a presentation on the program. WEB is a transition program that helps elementary school students make the shift to middle school. During public participation Don Langshaw addressed the board to express concern over the district considering leasing and or drilling for natural gas on district property and concerns over the debt still owed on the stadium project. Board approved the 2011-2012 Student Activities. The Board also approved the transfer from the General Fund of $73,000.00 to the Bond Retirement Fund. Board approved October to be the Month of the Young Adolescent. Superintendent Vittardi informed the Board the district received the Auditor of State Award with Distinction. Board accepted the retirements of Stella Behm, Patricia Ansberry, and Joseph Guilfoyle. The Board approved the creation of a Title I Literacy Coach. Board also approved the appointments of certificated/licensed and classified employees, and supplemental contracts, volunteers, and personal service contracts. The Board approved also various other agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board.
Here is a link to the Audio Recording of the October 10th Regular School Board Meeting: http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/external/audio/101011RegMtg.mp3
HB 136 Update
Back on Sept. 21st, the House Education Committee passed HB 136, a proposal that would offer vouchers to students in every Ohio school district, regardless of the district’s academic performance. The bill passed 12-10 primarily on a party line vote, with Rep. Nan Baker (R-Westlake) and Rep. Marlene Anielski (R-Walton Hills) voting against the measure along with Democrats. Now that HB 136 has been reported out of committee, it will move to the floor where it will be voted on by the full House some time after the November 8th General Election. HB 136 has the very real possibility of stripping even more state funding from the high performing school districts like ours. This is especially confusing given the public backlash against state budget which cut millions of dollars from local districts already fighting to control costs and deliver a quality public education
HB 136:
• Expands vouchers to students in all school districts, regardless of the academic report card rating of the school building or district. The only qualifier for eligibility is household income. Students whose family income is less than $95,000 would qualify.
• Allows students currently enrolled in private schools to be eligible for the voucher (phases in over four years).
• If the private school tuition is less than the voucher amount, it allows parents to bank the excess dollars for college tuition and textbooks at any private school or college in Ohio.
• Deducts funding for the voucher from the resident school district’s funding (aggregate amount deducted from district cannot exceed a district’s state aid funding.)
Please continue to contact our lawmakers in Columbus and share with them your concerns about HB 136 and to tell them to vote No!
State Senator Tom Patton
24th Senate District
Senate Building
1 Capitol Square, 1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 466-8056
SD24@senate.state.oh.us
State Representative Marlene Anielski (Broadview Heights portion of our school district)
17th House District
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 644-6041
Fax: (614) 719-6956
district17@ohr.state.oh.us
State Representative Mike Dovilla
18th House District (North Royalton portion of our school district)
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 466-4895
Fax: (614) 719-6957
district18@ohr.state.oh.us
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
North Royalton Educational Foundation Meeting on October 18th at 3:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Curriculum & Instruction Assessment Committee on October 19th at 9:00am @ NRHS Community Rm, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
State of the Schools Address
Superintendent Ed Vittardi will deliver his Annual State of the Schools Address at the North Royalton Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, October 19, 2011. The luncheon will be held at Carrie Cerino’s Ristorante, 8922 Ridge Road in North Royalton from 11:30am – 1 pm. Lunch and program begin at noon. Mr. Vittardi will discuss the status of the North Royalton City School District, give a fiscal report, and present an update on the strategic plan progress, student achievement, and success stories from each of the school buildings. To make reservations, please call the Chamber office at 440/237-6180. Cost is $12 to chamber members and $15 to non-members. Residents, parents, and businesses are invited.
State Representative Mike Dovilla’s District Office Hours
On October 22nd at the North Royalton Library, 14600 State Rd., North Royalton from 10am-12pm, Representative Dovilla will hold district office hours. Please stop if you have any questions or concerns for our State Representative.
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 October 22nd at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road in North Royalton from 9am-11am. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
You are cordially invited to attend the North Royalton Health, Wellness & Community Expo featuring the 11th Annual 5K Bear Run/Walk and so much more this year! Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM with free Pancake & Sausage Breakfast provided by Mayor Bob Stefanik, 5K Bear Run will jump start the expo at 9:00 AM. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Health & Wellness Expo with a variety of Health, Wellness & Fitness Exhibitors. Free Health Screens, Kid’s Turkey Run/Walk & Play Area plus Presentations for All Age Groups. For more information check out our district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. I also have a blog at http://votelangshaw4board.blogspot.com.
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on October 10th for its’ October Regular School Board Meeting. Some highlights from the meeting. Students Kelly Mkut, Fariha Mostafiz, and Patrick Barrett from the North Royalton Middle School’s WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) gave a presentation on the program. WEB is a transition program that helps elementary school students make the shift to middle school. During public participation Don Langshaw addressed the board to express concern over the district considering leasing and or drilling for natural gas on district property and concerns over the debt still owed on the stadium project. Board approved the 2011-2012 Student Activities. The Board also approved the transfer from the General Fund of $73,000.00 to the Bond Retirement Fund. Board approved October to be the Month of the Young Adolescent. Superintendent Vittardi informed the Board the district received the Auditor of State Award with Distinction. Board accepted the retirements of Stella Behm, Patricia Ansberry, and Joseph Guilfoyle. The Board approved the creation of a Title I Literacy Coach. Board also approved the appointments of certificated/licensed and classified employees, and supplemental contracts, volunteers, and personal service contracts. The Board approved also various other agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board.
Here is a link to the Audio Recording of the October 10th Regular School Board Meeting: http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/external/audio/101011RegMtg.mp3
HB 136 Update
Back on Sept. 21st, the House Education Committee passed HB 136, a proposal that would offer vouchers to students in every Ohio school district, regardless of the district’s academic performance. The bill passed 12-10 primarily on a party line vote, with Rep. Nan Baker (R-Westlake) and Rep. Marlene Anielski (R-Walton Hills) voting against the measure along with Democrats. Now that HB 136 has been reported out of committee, it will move to the floor where it will be voted on by the full House some time after the November 8th General Election. HB 136 has the very real possibility of stripping even more state funding from the high performing school districts like ours. This is especially confusing given the public backlash against state budget which cut millions of dollars from local districts already fighting to control costs and deliver a quality public education
HB 136:
• Expands vouchers to students in all school districts, regardless of the academic report card rating of the school building or district. The only qualifier for eligibility is household income. Students whose family income is less than $95,000 would qualify.
• Allows students currently enrolled in private schools to be eligible for the voucher (phases in over four years).
• If the private school tuition is less than the voucher amount, it allows parents to bank the excess dollars for college tuition and textbooks at any private school or college in Ohio.
• Deducts funding for the voucher from the resident school district’s funding (aggregate amount deducted from district cannot exceed a district’s state aid funding.)
Please continue to contact our lawmakers in Columbus and share with them your concerns about HB 136 and to tell them to vote No!
State Senator Tom Patton
24th Senate District
Senate Building
1 Capitol Square, 1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 466-8056
SD24@senate.state.oh.us
State Representative Marlene Anielski (Broadview Heights portion of our school district)
17th House District
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 644-6041
Fax: (614) 719-6956
district17@ohr.state.oh.us
State Representative Mike Dovilla
18th House District (North Royalton portion of our school district)
77 S. High St
12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 466-4895
Fax: (614) 719-6957
district18@ohr.state.oh.us
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
North Royalton Educational Foundation Meeting on October 18th at 3:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Curriculum & Instruction Assessment Committee on October 19th at 9:00am @ NRHS Community Rm, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
State of the Schools Address
Superintendent Ed Vittardi will deliver his Annual State of the Schools Address at the North Royalton Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, October 19, 2011. The luncheon will be held at Carrie Cerino’s Ristorante, 8922 Ridge Road in North Royalton from 11:30am – 1 pm. Lunch and program begin at noon. Mr. Vittardi will discuss the status of the North Royalton City School District, give a fiscal report, and present an update on the strategic plan progress, student achievement, and success stories from each of the school buildings. To make reservations, please call the Chamber office at 440/237-6180. Cost is $12 to chamber members and $15 to non-members. Residents, parents, and businesses are invited.
State Representative Mike Dovilla’s District Office Hours
On October 22nd at the North Royalton Library, 14600 State Rd., North Royalton from 10am-12pm, Representative Dovilla will hold district office hours. Please stop if you have any questions or concerns for our State Representative.
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 October 22nd at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road in North Royalton from 9am-11am. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
You are cordially invited to attend the North Royalton Health, Wellness & Community Expo featuring the 11th Annual 5K Bear Run/Walk and so much more this year! Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM with free Pancake & Sausage Breakfast provided by Mayor Bob Stefanik, 5K Bear Run will jump start the expo at 9:00 AM. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Health & Wellness Expo with a variety of Health, Wellness & Fitness Exhibitors. Free Health Screens, Kid’s Turkey Run/Walk & Play Area plus Presentations for All Age Groups. For more information check out our district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. I also have a blog at http://votelangshaw4board.blogspot.com.
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on September 8th for a Board Work Session. The district is reviewing ways to better use the school channel on cable and for Broadview Heights residents to have access to it in accordance with the district’s strategic plan goals. The Board was given an update on the district’s business partnership program. Board got an update on the CAPA Grant and upcoming Health Fair. In addition the cell phone tower by the stadium is still in the process of being relocated to its permanent place. Board got an update on the progress of the stadium project. The track is still being worked on and is in the process of getting the final coating and will need to be striped after that. There are still punch list items that need to be finished for the stadium. There was discussion about what the total cost of the stadium project is. The board had discussion about Gonzoil company and their interest to use district property for fracking. The Board will hold off making any decision on it until November or December. The Board discussed the upcoming OSBA Capital Conference and CVCC Joint District Dinner events coming up. The Board reviewed the September Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board. The Board went into executive session for the purpose to discuss the employment of personnel.
On October 8th attended 26th Annual North Royalton High School Alumni Banquet at Carrie Cerino’s Restaurant. Special congrats to Brad Franko from the Class of 1997 for being honored with this years Distinguished Alumni Award and Frances McCaffery being honored with the Distinguished Faculty Award! Being a 2004 graduate of NRHS it is always great to meet all alumni and hear all the stories about their years at our high school.
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
October Regular School Board Meeting on October 10th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Rm, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
State of the Schools Address
Superintendent Ed Vittardi will deliver his Annual State of the Schools Address at the North Royalton Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, October 19, 2011. The luncheon will be held at Carrie Cerino’s Ristorante, 8922 Ridge Road in North Royalton from 11:30am – 1 pm. Lunch and program begin at noon. Mr. Vittardi will discuss the status of the North Royalton City School District, give a fiscal report, and present an update on the strategic plan progress, student achievement, and success stories from each of the school buildings. To make reservations, please call the Chamber office at 440/237-6180. Cost is $12 to chamber members and $15 to non-members. Residents, parents, and businesses are invited.
State Representative Mike Dovilla’s District Office Hours
On October 22nd at the North Royalton Library, 14600 State Rd., North Royalton from 10am-12pm, Representative Dovilla will hold district office hours. Please stop if you have any questions or concerns for our State Representative.
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 October 22nd at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road in North Royalton from 9am-11am. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
You are cordially invited to attend the North Royalton Health, Wellness & Community Expo featuring the 11th Annual 5K Bear Run/Walk and so much more this year! Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM with free Pancake & Sausage Breakfast provided by Mayor Bob Stefanik, 5K Bear Run will jump start the expo at 9:00 AM. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Health & Wellness Expo with a variety of Health, Wellness & Fitness Exhibitors. Free Health Screens, Kid’s Turkey Run/Walk & Play Area plus Presentations for All Age Groups. For more information check out our district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. I also have a blog at http://votelangshaw4board.blogspot.com.
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on September 8th for a Board Work Session. The district is reviewing ways to better use the school channel on cable and for Broadview Heights residents to have access to it in accordance with the district’s strategic plan goals. The Board was given an update on the district’s business partnership program. Board got an update on the CAPA Grant and upcoming Health Fair. In addition the cell phone tower by the stadium is still in the process of being relocated to its permanent place. Board got an update on the progress of the stadium project. The track is still being worked on and is in the process of getting the final coating and will need to be striped after that. There are still punch list items that need to be finished for the stadium. There was discussion about what the total cost of the stadium project is. The board had discussion about Gonzoil company and their interest to use district property for fracking. The Board will hold off making any decision on it until November or December. The Board discussed the upcoming OSBA Capital Conference and CVCC Joint District Dinner events coming up. The Board reviewed the September Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board. The Board went into executive session for the purpose to discuss the employment of personnel.
On October 8th attended 26th Annual North Royalton High School Alumni Banquet at Carrie Cerino’s Restaurant. Special congrats to Brad Franko from the Class of 1997 for being honored with this years Distinguished Alumni Award and Frances McCaffery being honored with the Distinguished Faculty Award! Being a 2004 graduate of NRHS it is always great to meet all alumni and hear all the stories about their years at our high school.
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting.” Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
October Regular School Board Meeting on October 10th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Rm, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
State of the Schools Address
Superintendent Ed Vittardi will deliver his Annual State of the Schools Address at the North Royalton Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, October 19, 2011. The luncheon will be held at Carrie Cerino’s Ristorante, 8922 Ridge Road in North Royalton from 11:30am – 1 pm. Lunch and program begin at noon. Mr. Vittardi will discuss the status of the North Royalton City School District, give a fiscal report, and present an update on the strategic plan progress, student achievement, and success stories from each of the school buildings. To make reservations, please call the Chamber office at 440/237-6180. Cost is $12 to chamber members and $15 to non-members. Residents, parents, and businesses are invited.
State Representative Mike Dovilla’s District Office Hours
On October 22nd at the North Royalton Library, 14600 State Rd., North Royalton from 10am-12pm, Representative Dovilla will hold district office hours. Please stop if you have any questions or concerns for our State Representative.
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 October 22nd at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road in North Royalton from 9am-11am. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
You are cordially invited to attend the North Royalton Health, Wellness & Community Expo featuring the 11th Annual 5K Bear Run/Walk and so much more this year! Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM with free Pancake & Sausage Breakfast provided by Mayor Bob Stefanik, 5K Bear Run will jump start the expo at 9:00 AM. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Health & Wellness Expo with a variety of Health, Wellness & Fitness Exhibitors. Free Health Screens, Kid’s Turkey Run/Walk & Play Area plus Presentations for All Age Groups. For more information check out our district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. I also have a blog at http://votelangshaw4board.blogspot.com.
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Monday, October 3, 2011
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on September 27th for a Special Board Meeting. The Board approved the adoption of the 2011-2012 appropriations. The 2012-2013 state biennium budget under HB 153 kept Foundation level the same, but did not replace federal dollars i.e. Stimulus Funding. The state biennium budget also accelerated the phase out of the tangible personal property and electric utility reimbursements. As a result of all cuts in funding by the state is losing about $3 million over the course of the 2 year state budget. For fiscal year 2012 estimated general fund revenue for the school district will be 76% Local Revenue and 24% State Revenue. In response to state budget cuts our district reduced staff by approximately 20 positions following the end of the 2010-2011 school year and to help control the district budget and losses in revenue from the state. The Board also approved the appointment of employment of a long term certificated substitute and personal service contract for Royalaries/Band Front Advisor. The Board also discussed other such matters that came before the Board.
On September 30th attended the North Royalton Educational Foundation Annual Pasta Dinner at the North Royalton Middle School cafeteria. The proceeds of the event help fund teacher mini grants and scholarships for graduating seniors. Augie’s of North Royalton catered the dinner which was excellent. There was also various fun activities and entertainment by the middle school music students.
October 1st the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center celebrated their 40th Anniversary of operation. CVCC serves 25 communities and prepares youths and adults to enter, compete in, and advance in an ever-changing work world, and offers access to career training for people with special needs who want to be productive members of the workforce. Our students in the North Royalton School District are so lucky to have such a great place to pursue the career field of their choice.
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting. “ Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
The School Board will meet on October 5th 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 October Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that may come before the Board. (All North Royalton School Board Special Meetings, Board Work Sessions, and Regular Meetings are all open to the public to attend).
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 October 22nd at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road in North Royalton from 9am-11am. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
You are cordially invited to attend the North Royalton Health, Wellness & Community Expo featuring the 11th Annual 5K Bear Run/Walk and so much more this year! Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM with free Pancake & Sausage Breakfast provided by Mayor Bob Stefanik, 5K Bear Run will jump start the expo at 9:00 AM. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Health & Wellness Expo with a variety of Health, Wellness & Fitness Exhibitors. Free Health Screens, Kid’s Turkey Run/Walk & Play Area plus Presentations for All Age Groups. For more information check out our district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. I also have a blog at http://votelangshaw4board.blogspot.com.
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on September 27th for a Special Board Meeting. The Board approved the adoption of the 2011-2012 appropriations. The 2012-2013 state biennium budget under HB 153 kept Foundation level the same, but did not replace federal dollars i.e. Stimulus Funding. The state biennium budget also accelerated the phase out of the tangible personal property and electric utility reimbursements. As a result of all cuts in funding by the state is losing about $3 million over the course of the 2 year state budget. For fiscal year 2012 estimated general fund revenue for the school district will be 76% Local Revenue and 24% State Revenue. In response to state budget cuts our district reduced staff by approximately 20 positions following the end of the 2010-2011 school year and to help control the district budget and losses in revenue from the state. The Board also approved the appointment of employment of a long term certificated substitute and personal service contract for Royalaries/Band Front Advisor. The Board also discussed other such matters that came before the Board.
On September 30th attended the North Royalton Educational Foundation Annual Pasta Dinner at the North Royalton Middle School cafeteria. The proceeds of the event help fund teacher mini grants and scholarships for graduating seniors. Augie’s of North Royalton catered the dinner which was excellent. There was also various fun activities and entertainment by the middle school music students.
October 1st the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center celebrated their 40th Anniversary of operation. CVCC serves 25 communities and prepares youths and adults to enter, compete in, and advance in an ever-changing work world, and offers access to career training for people with special needs who want to be productive members of the workforce. Our students in the North Royalton School District are so lucky to have such a great place to pursue the career field of their choice.
Vote by Mail
The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will no longer automatically mail Vote by Mail Ballot Applications to voters. To vote by mail for the November 8, 2011 General Election, you must fill out a Vote By Mail Application. You can click on
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/pdf_boe/en-US/Applications/absenteeApplication2011.pdf
or use the attached form. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best “Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people themselves and the only way they could do this is by not voting. “ Please make sure you vote!
November 8th General Election
The upcoming election features a RENEWAL operating levy for the North Royalton City Schools. This levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Originally passed in 2002, and renewed in 2006, the levy will continue to generate $4,395,000 annually. Your vote counts and will go a long way to ensure that your child has every opportunity while growing up and attending the North Royalton City Schools.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there are various meetings and events.
The School Board will meet on October 5th 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 October Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that may come before the Board. (All North Royalton School Board Special Meetings, Board Work Sessions, and Regular Meetings are all open to the public to attend).
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 October 22nd at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road in North Royalton from 9am-11am. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me.
You are cordially invited to attend the North Royalton Health, Wellness & Community Expo featuring the 11th Annual 5K Bear Run/Walk and so much more this year! Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Festivities begin at 8:00 AM with free Pancake & Sausage Breakfast provided by Mayor Bob Stefanik, 5K Bear Run will jump start the expo at 9:00 AM. From 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM - Health & Wellness Expo with a variety of Health, Wellness & Fitness Exhibitors. Free Health Screens, Kid’s Turkey Run/Walk & Play Area plus Presentations for All Age Groups. For more information check out our district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
Weekly E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my weekly e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list.
Follow me on Twitter or on my Blog
You can follow me on Twitter @Langshaw4board. I also have a blog at http://votelangshaw4board.blogspot.com.
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-596-0078 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a great week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-596-0078
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
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