Monday, May 7, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
School Improvement Bond Issue
On May 10th at 6:30pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133, the Board will be considering to adopt a Resolution of Necessity:
A resolution declaring the necessity of submitting the question of the issuance of school improvement bonds, in the aggregate principal amount of $54,300,00 to the electors of the North Royalton City School District.
This resolution is the first one of two required to put a bond issue on to the November 6, 2012 ballot. If you are interested in addressing the entire School Board on the record about this issue, you will have opportunity to do so at this meeting. Public is allowed to address the Board for up to five minutes. For more information check out the district website at www.northroyaltonsd.org
North Royalton City Schools ask parents to complete bus survey
The North Royalton City Schools Transportation Department is asking parents of both private and pubic school children to complete an on-line survey of their bus usage for the 2012-2013 school year. Efficiency is very important including helping with traffic congestion and remaining fiscally responsible to taxpayers. As the district begins to look at transportation routes for the 2012-2013 school year, they are asking for parents' help in improving their efficiency and creating a positive and safe experience for each child.
The survey can be completed by going to:http://bit.ly/NR_bus_survey.
Parents are asked to complete the survey by May 1, 2012. If families have more than one student, they are asked to fill out a separate survey for each student.
By completing this survey, the transportation department wants to stress that parents are in no way giving up their student's opportunity to ride the bus. Parents simply need to call the Transportation Department at (440) 582-9051 if they find that their student is in need of a ride for a day, a week or the rest of the year.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Schools in 24th Ohio Senate District Roundtable Discussion on the topic of "Future of Public Education in Ohio" on May 7th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The event will feature a diverse panel of experts to discuss issues ranging from school funding, educational policy, school choice, statehouse, and more. The panel will be comprised of: Anthony Podojil (The Alliance for High Quality Education), Piet Van Lier (Policy Matters Ohio), Michelle Francis (Ohio School Boards Association), Tom Ash (Buckeye Association of School Administrators), State Representative Nan Baker (16th Ohio House District), and State Representative Mike Dovilla (18th Ohio House District). There will be Q & A Session. Event is for key education stakeholders in the 24th Ohio Senate District and is open to members of public as well.
North Royalton Education Foundation Meeting May 8th at 3:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Special Board Meeting May 10th at 6:30pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The Board will be considering to adopt a Resolution of Necessity $54,300,00 School Improvement Bond Issue, review May Regular Board Meeting agenda items, and other such matters before the Board.
May Regular School Board Meeting on May 14th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
SCENE Meeting on May 15th at 6:30pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. At this SCENE there will be Financial Update to the Community hosted by Superintendent Ed Vittardi and Treasurer Rich McIntosh. As we continue to deal with the uncertainties of our local, state, and national economies, come find out how the North Royalton City Schools remain committed to utilizing our financial resources to the best of our ability and operate our district as efficiently as possible. Please encourage your neighbors and friends to attend this important meeting.
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 May 30th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:00pm-6:30pm. 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.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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 no would longer wish to receive these updates or have a friend who would like to sign up for updates please e-mail danlangshaw4schoolboard@yahoo.com. Note that any views expressed represent my own personal viewpoints and do not necessarily reflect the views of the board or of fellow colleagues on the board.
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Good Evening:
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
North Royalton City Schools ask parents to complete bus survey
The North Royalton City Schools Transportation Department is asking parents of both private and pubic school children to complete an on-line survey of their bus usage for the 2012-2013 school year. Efficiency is very important including helping with traffic congestion and remaining fiscally responsible to taxpayers. As the district begins to look at transportation routes for the 2012-2013 school year, they are asking for parents' help in improving their efficiency and creating a positive and safe experience for each child.
The survey can be completed by going to:http://bit.ly/NR_bus_survey.
Parents are asked to complete the survey by May 1, 2012. If families have more than one student, they are asked to fill out a separate survey for each student.
By completing this survey, the transportation department wants to stress that parents are in no way giving up their student's opportunity to ride the bus. Parents simply need to call the Transportation Department at (440) 582-9051 if they find that their student is in need of a ride for a day, a week or the rest of the year.
House Education Committee Changes
There were some recent changes in the Ohio House Education Committee. Our State Representative Marlene Anielski has been appointed now the Vice-Chair of the Local Government Committee while our other State Representative Mike Dovilla has been appointed now the Vice-Chair of the House Education Committee.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
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 March 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:00pm-6:30pm. 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.
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting May 2nd at 7pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Schools in 24th Ohio Senate District Roundtable Discussion on the topic of "Future of Public Education in Ohio" on May 7th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The event will feature a diverse panel of experts to discuss issues ranging from school funding, educational policy, school choice, statehouse, and more. The panel will be comprised of: Anthony Podojil (The Alliance for High Quality Education), Piet Van Lier (Policy Matters Ohio), Michelle Francis (Ohio School Boards Association), Tom Ash (Buckeye Association of School Administrators), State Representative Nan Baker (16th Ohio House District), and State Representative Mike Dovilla (18th Ohio House District). There will be Q & A Session. Event is for key education stakeholders in the 24th Ohio Senate District and is open to members of public as well.
North Royalton Education Foundation Meeting May 8th at 3:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Special Board Meeting May 10th at 6pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
May Regular School Board Meeting on May 14th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
SCENE Meeting on May 15th at 6:30pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. At this SCENE there will be Financial Update to the Community hosted by Superintendent Ed Vittardi and Treasurer Rich McIntosh. As we continue to deal with the uncertainties of our local, state, and national economies, come find out how the North Royalton City Schools remain committed to utilizing our financial resources to the best of our ability and operate our district as efficiently as possible. Please encourage your neighbors and friends to attend this important meeting.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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”
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
At the March 27th SCENE Meeting the Shape Our Schools Committee gave a presentation on North Royalton City School District Facilities. Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. To see there full presentation click on this link below:
http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/public/files/SCENE032712.pdf
Please feel free to e-mail or call me to let me know what you think about the recommendations made by the committee.
On March 28th attended the Ohio School Boards Association’s State Legislative Conference in Columbus. I had an opportunity to meet with the Legislative Aides for State Senator Tom Patton, State Representative Marlene Anielski, and State Representative Mike Dovilla to discuss the impact of the Mid-Biennial Budget Review on Public Education and other pending legislation.
Superintendent Ed Vittardi Announced last week the following additional administrative changes in Press Release below:
The North Royalton City Schools has continued transitioning its administrative positions for the next school year and is pleased to announce that Julie Bogden, current principal of the Early Childhood Center, will become the new principal of Albion Elementary. The district also announced today that Mike McGinnis, a current assistant principal at North Royalton High School, has accepted the position of principal of the Early Education Center. Our district’s eyes are always set on making the best possible decisions for the community and its students. We are committed to providing all of our schools, its students, staff, and parents with the highest quality administrator that truly understands our community of learners, and the vision and mission of the North Royalton City Schools.
“I am very excited about this new opportunity,” said McGinnis. “It is great to be able to return to my origins of elementary level education. Prior to moving to the high school, I started my career in a private elementary school for students with learning disabilities. I then began my 18-year tenure with the North Royalton City Schools at Royal View Elementary. I have always viewed Early Childhood education as vital to our student’s growth and development. My firsthand knowledge of the needs of early intervention for those students enrolled in our pre-school program in particular will set the tone for all of their education to come. I look forward to working with the fantastic students, staff, and parents at the ECC.”
“I am honored to be the next principal of Albion Elementary and be a part of the collaborative philosophy and focus on children shared by the staff,” said Bogden. “With my knowledge in elementary education ranging from my experience teaching first and second grade in Green Bay City Schools, to teaching first grade in Avon Lake, along with being a curriculum specialist, I am truly passionate about working closely with teachers and students directly to allow them to reach their maximum potential. I have had the privilege of working with the ECC staff for the past six years. They are a collaborative group of teachers who challenge themselves instructionally to insure that children are receiving an excellent foundation of learning. This continuity among the North Royalton School community is what makes our district a rewarding place to be and one in which truly provides for our children and their future.”
The 2012-2013 North Royalton City Schools’ Principal Team will be:
North Royalton High School Principal – Mr. Mic Becerra
North Royalton Middle School Principal – Mrs. Melissa Vojta
Royal View Elementary – Mr. Kirk Pavelich
Albion Elementary – Mrs. Julie Bogden
Valley Vista Elementary – Mr. Jeff Hill
Early Childhood Center – Mr. Mike McGinnis
These changes, coupled with last week’s principal announcements, represent no additional administrative costs to the district. We have an outstanding administrative team, and when we have openings, we look to those talents first. We are very pleased with all of these transitions and know that the students, staff, parents, and community will be pleased with the new leadership in these buildings.
Cleveland Browns Charity Game
Home Team Marketing (HTM) and the Cleveland Browns today announced the opponents in the 2012 High School Football Charity Game at Cleveland Browns Stadium, on Saturday, August 25th. The doubleheader will feature match ups between rivals North Royalton and Brecksville-Broadview Heights High Schools, followed by defending Division III State Champion Youngstown Cardinal Mooney and Division I State Champion Cleveland St. Ignatius High School. The first game will kick-off at 2pm, followed by 7pm for the second game. Tickets for the Charity Game will be $10 in advance and $12 on game day. Proceeds will benefit each of the four participating schools and the Cleveland Browns Foundation. Tickets will be available for purchase through the respective high schools or the Cleveland Browns Stadium Ticket Office in May. One ticket will be good for both games.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Special Board Meeting on April 5th at 6:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Spring Break April 6th-15th
April Regular School Board Meeting on April 16th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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 have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
At the March 27th SCENE Meeting the Shape Our Schools Committee gave a presentation on North Royalton City School District Facilities. Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. To see there full presentation click on this link below:
http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/public/files/SCENE032712.pdf
Please feel free to e-mail or call me to let me know what you think about the recommendations made by the committee.
On March 28th attended the Ohio School Boards Association’s State Legislative Conference in Columbus. I had an opportunity to meet with the Legislative Aides for State Senator Tom Patton, State Representative Marlene Anielski, and State Representative Mike Dovilla to discuss the impact of the Mid-Biennial Budget Review on Public Education and other pending legislation.
Superintendent Ed Vittardi Announced last week the following additional administrative changes in Press Release below:
The North Royalton City Schools has continued transitioning its administrative positions for the next school year and is pleased to announce that Julie Bogden, current principal of the Early Childhood Center, will become the new principal of Albion Elementary. The district also announced today that Mike McGinnis, a current assistant principal at North Royalton High School, has accepted the position of principal of the Early Education Center. Our district’s eyes are always set on making the best possible decisions for the community and its students. We are committed to providing all of our schools, its students, staff, and parents with the highest quality administrator that truly understands our community of learners, and the vision and mission of the North Royalton City Schools.
“I am very excited about this new opportunity,” said McGinnis. “It is great to be able to return to my origins of elementary level education. Prior to moving to the high school, I started my career in a private elementary school for students with learning disabilities. I then began my 18-year tenure with the North Royalton City Schools at Royal View Elementary. I have always viewed Early Childhood education as vital to our student’s growth and development. My firsthand knowledge of the needs of early intervention for those students enrolled in our pre-school program in particular will set the tone for all of their education to come. I look forward to working with the fantastic students, staff, and parents at the ECC.”
“I am honored to be the next principal of Albion Elementary and be a part of the collaborative philosophy and focus on children shared by the staff,” said Bogden. “With my knowledge in elementary education ranging from my experience teaching first and second grade in Green Bay City Schools, to teaching first grade in Avon Lake, along with being a curriculum specialist, I am truly passionate about working closely with teachers and students directly to allow them to reach their maximum potential. I have had the privilege of working with the ECC staff for the past six years. They are a collaborative group of teachers who challenge themselves instructionally to insure that children are receiving an excellent foundation of learning. This continuity among the North Royalton School community is what makes our district a rewarding place to be and one in which truly provides for our children and their future.”
The 2012-2013 North Royalton City Schools’ Principal Team will be:
North Royalton High School Principal – Mr. Mic Becerra
North Royalton Middle School Principal – Mrs. Melissa Vojta
Royal View Elementary – Mr. Kirk Pavelich
Albion Elementary – Mrs. Julie Bogden
Valley Vista Elementary – Mr. Jeff Hill
Early Childhood Center – Mr. Mike McGinnis
These changes, coupled with last week’s principal announcements, represent no additional administrative costs to the district. We have an outstanding administrative team, and when we have openings, we look to those talents first. We are very pleased with all of these transitions and know that the students, staff, parents, and community will be pleased with the new leadership in these buildings.
Cleveland Browns Charity Game
Home Team Marketing (HTM) and the Cleveland Browns today announced the opponents in the 2012 High School Football Charity Game at Cleveland Browns Stadium, on Saturday, August 25th. The doubleheader will feature match ups between rivals North Royalton and Brecksville-Broadview Heights High Schools, followed by defending Division III State Champion Youngstown Cardinal Mooney and Division I State Champion Cleveland St. Ignatius High School. The first game will kick-off at 2pm, followed by 7pm for the second game. Tickets for the Charity Game will be $10 in advance and $12 on game day. Proceeds will benefit each of the four participating schools and the Cleveland Browns Foundation. Tickets will be available for purchase through the respective high schools or the Cleveland Browns Stadium Ticket Office in May. One ticket will be good for both games.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Special Board Meeting on April 5th at 6:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Spring Break April 6th-15th
April Regular School Board Meeting on April 16th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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, March 26, 2012
Board Update
Good Morning:
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
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 March 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
SCENE Meeting on March 27th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. State of our Facilities presentation by the Shape our Schools Committee. The North Royalton City Schools Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. Babysitting will be provided at the event by the NRHS Key Club.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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 no would longer wish to receive these updates or have a friend who would like to sign up for updates please e-mail danlangshaw4schoolboard@yahoo.com. Note that any views expressed represent my own personal viewpoints and do not necessarily reflect the views of the board or of fellow colleagues on the board.
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
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 March 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
SCENE Meeting on March 27th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. State of our Facilities presentation by the Shape our Schools Committee. The North Royalton City Schools Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. Babysitting will be provided at the event by the NRHS Key Club.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on March 12th for its’ March Regular School Board Meeting. Some highlights from the meeting. School Board Member Mrs. Dolezal and I were presented with the Ohio School Boards Association’s 2012 Award of Achievement. The High School Gymnastics and Wrestling Teams were recognized for their accomplishments as state qualifiers. Middle School students were recognized for their achievements at the Equations Competition. School Board President Dr. John Kelly announced that the Board will be audio recording all future board meetings to also include Special Board Meetings/Board Work Sessions as a pilot program that the board will evaluate whether or not it should continue the practice after period time. Board approved various 2011-2012 appropriations adjustments to the General Fund. The Board approved renewal of various administrative contracts. The Board approved accepting the retirement of Dr. Andrea Lasko the Principal of Royal View Elementary School. Board approved various personal service contracts. The Board approved the award of roof replacement bid High School (Media Center/Industrial Arts) and Albion Elementary and Alternate 1A. The Board approved also various other agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board. The Board also went into a brief executive session to discuss personnel.
On March 14th Superintendent Ed Vittardi announced some Administration Retirements/Changes in the school district. Here is a copy of his announcement:
The North Royalton City Schools announced the retirement of Dr. Andrea Lasko, principal of Royal View Elementary, at the March Board of Education meetingMonday night. We would like to take the opportunity to again thank Dr. Lasko for her years of outstanding service to education and particularly her years of superior service to the staff, students and parents of Royal View Elementary. She will truly be missed. Dr. Lasko was principal at Royal View Elementary for 15 years. The district also announced today that Mr. Kirk Pavelich, principal of North Royalton Middle School, has been named the new principal at Royal View Elementary for the 2012-13 school year. An outstanding principal at North Royalton Middle School, Kirk has in the same token realized his true passion lies in having numerous and meaningful relationships with students and staff in a building that is small enough to allow this relationship building to be optimized. We are very excited that he will be our new principal at Royal View. These events lead to the available position of principal at North Royalton Middle School. Mrs. Melissa Vojta, as principal at Albion Elementary School, has long been recognized for her outstanding performance as a middle school teacher, middle school administrative intern in North Royalton, and elementary principal in Avon Lake as well as North Royalton. Melissa has a great passion for Albion Elementary and the success of its students and staff. She also has deep roots at the middle level and specifically with NRMS. These circumstances provided her the avenue to apply her years of successful school administration to the middle level, where she began her career. Therefore, it gives us great pleasure to name Mrs. Melissa Vojta as the North Royalton Middle School principal for next school year. Announcing these moves at this point allow the principals to begin planning their transition to their new and exciting opportunities with their students and staff.
Finally, this creates the available position of principal at Albion Elementary. We are committed to providing Albion Elementary School, its students, staff, and parents with the highest quality administrator that truly understands our community of learners, and the vision and mission of the North Royalton City Schools. We will begin that process in the very near future with a posting to interested candidates. One thing I am assured of is that with these changes, we will continue to move forward as a district with outstanding building leadership for the greatest staff and students anywhere.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
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 March 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
SCENE Meeting on March 27th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. State of our Facilities presentation by the Shape our Schools Committee. The North Royalton City Schools Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. Babysitting will be provided at the event by the NRHS Key Club.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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 have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on March 12th for its’ March Regular School Board Meeting. Some highlights from the meeting. School Board Member Mrs. Dolezal and I were presented with the Ohio School Boards Association’s 2012 Award of Achievement. The High School Gymnastics and Wrestling Teams were recognized for their accomplishments as state qualifiers. Middle School students were recognized for their achievements at the Equations Competition. School Board President Dr. John Kelly announced that the Board will be audio recording all future board meetings to also include Special Board Meetings/Board Work Sessions as a pilot program that the board will evaluate whether or not it should continue the practice after period time. Board approved various 2011-2012 appropriations adjustments to the General Fund. The Board approved renewal of various administrative contracts. The Board approved accepting the retirement of Dr. Andrea Lasko the Principal of Royal View Elementary School. Board approved various personal service contracts. The Board approved the award of roof replacement bid High School (Media Center/Industrial Arts) and Albion Elementary and Alternate 1A. The Board approved also various other agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board. The Board also went into a brief executive session to discuss personnel.
On March 14th Superintendent Ed Vittardi announced some Administration Retirements/Changes in the school district. Here is a copy of his announcement:
The North Royalton City Schools announced the retirement of Dr. Andrea Lasko, principal of Royal View Elementary, at the March Board of Education meetingMonday night. We would like to take the opportunity to again thank Dr. Lasko for her years of outstanding service to education and particularly her years of superior service to the staff, students and parents of Royal View Elementary. She will truly be missed. Dr. Lasko was principal at Royal View Elementary for 15 years. The district also announced today that Mr. Kirk Pavelich, principal of North Royalton Middle School, has been named the new principal at Royal View Elementary for the 2012-13 school year. An outstanding principal at North Royalton Middle School, Kirk has in the same token realized his true passion lies in having numerous and meaningful relationships with students and staff in a building that is small enough to allow this relationship building to be optimized. We are very excited that he will be our new principal at Royal View. These events lead to the available position of principal at North Royalton Middle School. Mrs. Melissa Vojta, as principal at Albion Elementary School, has long been recognized for her outstanding performance as a middle school teacher, middle school administrative intern in North Royalton, and elementary principal in Avon Lake as well as North Royalton. Melissa has a great passion for Albion Elementary and the success of its students and staff. She also has deep roots at the middle level and specifically with NRMS. These circumstances provided her the avenue to apply her years of successful school administration to the middle level, where she began her career. Therefore, it gives us great pleasure to name Mrs. Melissa Vojta as the North Royalton Middle School principal for next school year. Announcing these moves at this point allow the principals to begin planning their transition to their new and exciting opportunities with their students and staff.
Finally, this creates the available position of principal at Albion Elementary. We are committed to providing Albion Elementary School, its students, staff, and parents with the highest quality administrator that truly understands our community of learners, and the vision and mission of the North Royalton City Schools. We will begin that process in the very near future with a posting to interested candidates. One thing I am assured of is that with these changes, we will continue to move forward as a district with outstanding building leadership for the greatest staff and students anywhere.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
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 March 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
SCENE Meeting on March 27th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. State of our Facilities presentation by the Shape our Schools Committee. The North Royalton City Schools Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. Babysitting will be provided at the event by the NRHS Key Club.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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, March 11, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
Don’t forget today March 11, 2012 is Daylight Savings Time and to “Spring” ahead an hour. Also make sure you change your batteries in your smoke detector too!
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on February 8th for a Board Work Session. The Board agreed to do as a pilot program of Audio Recording all its’ Special Boarding and will re-evaluate in a few months on what effect if any it has on the operations of the Board. Board got an update on the All Day Kindergarten and the registration numbers. Board discussed working with the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections to see if the elementary school buildings could no longer be used as polling places for elections, due to building security concerns. Board was given an update on the new state report card system that will go into effect in Ohio. Board discussed the current review of the district’s safety procedures. Board was update on how the administration is starting to have dialogue on ways the district can work collaborative with local colleges and universities in the area. The Board had a very length discussion about the recommendations made by Shape Our School’s Facilities Committee and about what improvements need to be made with the district’s facilities in the near future. Board had a brief executive session to discuss personnel. Board reviewed the March Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
March Regular School Board Meeting on March 12th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 March 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
SCENE Meeting on March 27th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. State of our Facilities presentation by the Shape our Schools Committee. The North Royalton City Schools Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. Babysitting will be provided at the event by the NRHS Key Club.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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”
Don’t forget today March 11, 2012 is Daylight Savings Time and to “Spring” ahead an hour. Also make sure you change your batteries in your smoke detector too!
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on February 8th for a Board Work Session. The Board agreed to do as a pilot program of Audio Recording all its’ Special Boarding and will re-evaluate in a few months on what effect if any it has on the operations of the Board. Board got an update on the All Day Kindergarten and the registration numbers. Board discussed working with the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections to see if the elementary school buildings could no longer be used as polling places for elections, due to building security concerns. Board was given an update on the new state report card system that will go into effect in Ohio. Board discussed the current review of the district’s safety procedures. Board was update on how the administration is starting to have dialogue on ways the district can work collaborative with local colleges and universities in the area. The Board had a very length discussion about the recommendations made by Shape Our School’s Facilities Committee and about what improvements need to be made with the district’s facilities in the near future. Board had a brief executive session to discuss personnel. Board reviewed the March Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
March Regular School Board Meeting on March 12th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 March 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
SCENE Meeting on March 27th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. State of our Facilities presentation by the Shape our Schools Committee. The North Royalton City Schools Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. Babysitting will be provided at the event by the NRHS Key Club.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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, March 4, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
We are all very saddened by the tragedy that happened at Chardon High School this past week. I just like to extend my thoughts and prayers to the entire Chardon Community as they heal. Some of you might be interested in doing something for the victims of this terrible tragedy. The United Way of Geauga County is overseeing the Chardon Healing Fund that will raise money for the victims' families. The fund has already raised $150,000. In addition the Chardon Angels of Hope has set up a fund at Huntington Bank for donations for the families. If you are interested in making a donation they can be made through any Huntington Bank branch.
Also here is a link to Superintendent Ed Vittardi’s remarks about this tragedy and the
safety procedures that are in place here in the North Royalton City School District:
http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/public/files/ChardonFeb2012.pdf
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
High School Threat
On February 29th NRHS had a threat that was unsubstantiated. Just in case you did not know about it, I wanted share with you Superintendent Ed Vittardi’s statement regarding the incident:
Good morning. This morning, North Royalton High School received a tip from a student of a potential threat. The North Royalton Police were called and the building was immediately locked down. The threat of a gun, weapon or other harm to students was quickly found to be unsubstantiated. Again- the threat was unsubstantiated.
We are vigilant in our efforts to keep all students and staff safe and commend the student and parents that were involved in this tip. We also continue to work in conjunction with the North Royalton Police Department to keep everyone safe.
I just like to thank our Superintendent, Administrative Team, High School Staff, and North Royalton Police Department on how excellent they handled things. Safety and Security is our number one priority here in the North Royalton City School District. If you ever hear something or see something that doesn’t look right please report it to the proper authorities to investigate.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
Presidential Primary Elections
The Presidential Primary elections will be held this Tuesday, March 6, 2012 Polls Open 6:30am-7:30pm. If you are not sure of where your polling location is, you can find it at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Special Board Meeting on March 8th at 6:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center’s Annual Student Job Fair will take place on Thursday March 8, 2012 from 3:30pm-6:30pm and is for all students (ages 16 and over) looking for full-time, part-time or seasonal employment. Last year over 1000 students and 40 businesses joined together to make the job fair a great success and we are looking forward to another wonderful event this year. For more information it can be found at www.cvccworks.com
March Regular School Board Meeting on March 12th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
SCENE Meeting on March 27th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. State of our Facilities presentation by the Shape our Schools Committee. The North Royalton City Schools Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. Babysitting will be provided at the event by the NRHS Key Club.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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”
We are all very saddened by the tragedy that happened at Chardon High School this past week. I just like to extend my thoughts and prayers to the entire Chardon Community as they heal. Some of you might be interested in doing something for the victims of this terrible tragedy. The United Way of Geauga County is overseeing the Chardon Healing Fund that will raise money for the victims' families. The fund has already raised $150,000. In addition the Chardon Angels of Hope has set up a fund at Huntington Bank for donations for the families. If you are interested in making a donation they can be made through any Huntington Bank branch.
Also here is a link to Superintendent Ed Vittardi’s remarks about this tragedy and the
safety procedures that are in place here in the North Royalton City School District:
http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/public/files/ChardonFeb2012.pdf
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
High School Threat
On February 29th NRHS had a threat that was unsubstantiated. Just in case you did not know about it, I wanted share with you Superintendent Ed Vittardi’s statement regarding the incident:
Good morning. This morning, North Royalton High School received a tip from a student of a potential threat. The North Royalton Police were called and the building was immediately locked down. The threat of a gun, weapon or other harm to students was quickly found to be unsubstantiated. Again- the threat was unsubstantiated.
We are vigilant in our efforts to keep all students and staff safe and commend the student and parents that were involved in this tip. We also continue to work in conjunction with the North Royalton Police Department to keep everyone safe.
I just like to thank our Superintendent, Administrative Team, High School Staff, and North Royalton Police Department on how excellent they handled things. Safety and Security is our number one priority here in the North Royalton City School District. If you ever hear something or see something that doesn’t look right please report it to the proper authorities to investigate.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke
President
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131
eheffke@ameritech.net
Stephanie Kostyack
Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.237.1005
skostyack@hotmail.com
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
Presidential Primary Elections
The Presidential Primary elections will be held this Tuesday, March 6, 2012 Polls Open 6:30am-7:30pm. If you are not sure of where your polling location is, you can find it at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Special Board Meeting on March 8th at 6:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center’s Annual Student Job Fair will take place on Thursday March 8, 2012 from 3:30pm-6:30pm and is for all students (ages 16 and over) looking for full-time, part-time or seasonal employment. Last year over 1000 students and 40 businesses joined together to make the job fair a great success and we are looking forward to another wonderful event this year. For more information it can be found at www.cvccworks.com
March Regular School Board Meeting on March 12th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
SCENE Meeting on March 27th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. State of our Facilities presentation by the Shape our Schools Committee. The North Royalton City Schools Shape our Schools Committee has been meeting for more than a year examining all of the school facilities and will be presenting a report of their finds and their vision for the future to the community. Babysitting will be provided at the event by the NRHS Key Club.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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, February 20, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
“It was settled by the Constitution, the laws, and the whole practice of the government that the entire executive power is vested in the President of the United States”
~Andrew Jackson
Happy President’s Day!
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on February 15th for its’ February Regular School Board Meeting. Some highlights from the meeting. Board recognized 4th Graders from Valley Vista Elementary School on their Fleece Blanket Service Project for Children in the Hospital at the Cleveland Clinic. North Royalton High School Key Club students gave a presentation to the board regarding the Key Club’s tutoring program at Valley Vista Elementary School. The Board approved Governing Rules and 2012 Board Goals. For 2012 the Board’s Goals as follows:
1. Always keep the education of the children our highest priority.
2. Promote the use of electronic technology by the Board, to decrease paper usage, thus participating in the district’s efforts to become more green.
3. In cooperation with the administration, continue to promote collaborative partnerships with businesses and institutions of higher learning to improve our district.
4. In cooperation with the administration, encourage continuous evaluation for reduction of expenses without affecting the quality of education or the extra- curricular experience. Enhance reporting of finances with inclusion of the monthly financial report to the Regular meeting minutes.
5. Continuous review of our Strategic Plan to accomplish full adoption.
In addition the Board approved appointment of John Kelly as delegate and Anne Reinkober as alternate to the Ohio School Boards Association’s Annual Meeting November 10-14, 2012. Board approved appropriation adjustments. The Board approved the 2012-2013 NRHS Course Catalog. Board approved various retirements, leaves of absence, and supplemental contracts. Board approved various parental transportation contracts for the 2011-2012 school year. 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 February 15thRegular School Board Meeting:http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/external/audio/021512RegMtg.mp3
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton
Earlier this year, a collaborative coalition of parents, school personnel, business professionals, religious leaders, and other community activists known as the Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton, applied for and were awarded a Federal Drug-Free Community Grant. The grant will be active for two years under the guidance and mentorship of the CAPA (Community Awareness and Prevention Association), and local, well-established coalition in the Brecksville-Broadview Heights communities.
A key component of this grant is to conduct a Community Perception Survey to determine where needs are in relation to the amount of substance use and/or abuse among various age groups in the community. The greater our response to the survey, the better our results will be for analyzing how we can better service those within our community affected by substance abuse issues. Please consider taking a few minutes to participate in the survey. Answers are completely anonymous and are not in any way connected to an identifiable email address. After completing the survey, you can choose to enter a drawing to win an iPad2! Again, responses are still not linked to your name. The survey can be accessed at http://www.surveymonkey.com/NRCPS2012KC. Data will be collected through March 1, 2012.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke Stephanie Kostyack
President Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131 440.237.1005
eheffke@ameritech.net skostyack@hotmail.com
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Presidents' Day: February 20th---- No School
Transportation Committee Meeting on February 22nd at 9:30am @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 February 22nd at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
NR Athletic Boosters 13th Annual Night at the Races to be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012. Tickets $25.00. For further ticket information, email or call:
mgatins@wideopenwest.com or Elaine Gatins at 440.582.8241
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting on February 29th at 7:00pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Special Board Meeting on March 8th at 6:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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”
“It was settled by the Constitution, the laws, and the whole practice of the government that the entire executive power is vested in the President of the United States”
~Andrew Jackson
Happy President’s Day!
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on February 15th for its’ February Regular School Board Meeting. Some highlights from the meeting. Board recognized 4th Graders from Valley Vista Elementary School on their Fleece Blanket Service Project for Children in the Hospital at the Cleveland Clinic. North Royalton High School Key Club students gave a presentation to the board regarding the Key Club’s tutoring program at Valley Vista Elementary School. The Board approved Governing Rules and 2012 Board Goals. For 2012 the Board’s Goals as follows:
1. Always keep the education of the children our highest priority.
2. Promote the use of electronic technology by the Board, to decrease paper usage, thus participating in the district’s efforts to become more green.
3. In cooperation with the administration, continue to promote collaborative partnerships with businesses and institutions of higher learning to improve our district.
4. In cooperation with the administration, encourage continuous evaluation for reduction of expenses without affecting the quality of education or the extra- curricular experience. Enhance reporting of finances with inclusion of the monthly financial report to the Regular meeting minutes.
5. Continuous review of our Strategic Plan to accomplish full adoption.
In addition the Board approved appointment of John Kelly as delegate and Anne Reinkober as alternate to the Ohio School Boards Association’s Annual Meeting November 10-14, 2012. Board approved appropriation adjustments. The Board approved the 2012-2013 NRHS Course Catalog. Board approved various retirements, leaves of absence, and supplemental contracts. Board approved various parental transportation contracts for the 2011-2012 school year. 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 February 15thRegular School Board Meeting:http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/external/audio/021512RegMtg.mp3
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton
Earlier this year, a collaborative coalition of parents, school personnel, business professionals, religious leaders, and other community activists known as the Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton, applied for and were awarded a Federal Drug-Free Community Grant. The grant will be active for two years under the guidance and mentorship of the CAPA (Community Awareness and Prevention Association), and local, well-established coalition in the Brecksville-Broadview Heights communities.
A key component of this grant is to conduct a Community Perception Survey to determine where needs are in relation to the amount of substance use and/or abuse among various age groups in the community. The greater our response to the survey, the better our results will be for analyzing how we can better service those within our community affected by substance abuse issues. Please consider taking a few minutes to participate in the survey. Answers are completely anonymous and are not in any way connected to an identifiable email address. After completing the survey, you can choose to enter a drawing to win an iPad2! Again, responses are still not linked to your name. The survey can be accessed at http://www.surveymonkey.com/NRCPS2012KC. Data will be collected through March 1, 2012.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke Stephanie Kostyack
President Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131 440.237.1005
eheffke@ameritech.net skostyack@hotmail.com
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
Spring Food Box Application and Distribution
Once again the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services will distribute Spring Food Boxes to the needy who reside in our city on Saturday, March 31, 2012. In order to be eligible for the program, you will need to:
• Complete a food bank application at their office at 13500 Ridge Road
• Bring a picture ID
• Bring a current utility bill with your address on it
• Bring proof of income
• 2012 Income guidelines are: Examples are used. For complete guidelines, call the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services.
Size of household - 1 Total gross income $21,780
Size of household - 4 Total gross income $44,700
If you are unable to come into their office or have questions about the program, please contact the City of North Royalton Office on Aging and Human Services at
440-582-6333. Last day for taking applications is Friday, March 19, 2012.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Presidents' Day: February 20th---- No School
Transportation Committee Meeting on February 22nd at 9:30am @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 February 22nd at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
NR Athletic Boosters 13th Annual Night at the Races to be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012. Tickets $25.00. For further ticket information, email or call:
mgatins@wideopenwest.com or Elaine Gatins at 440.582.8241
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting on February 29th at 7:00pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Special Board Meeting on March 8th at 6:30pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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, February 13, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on February 8th for a Board Work Session. The Facilities Committee members gave a presentation to the Board on their assessment of the district’s facilities. Board got an update on how the district is working to get more district cable channel accesses for residents, especially those who live in Broadview Heights. Board discussed the progress of preparing for All Day Kindergarten next school year. The Board was given an update on how the district is expanding its’ bullying prevention efforts. The Board had discussion on the district’s current roofing needs and repairs. Superintendent Vittardi updated the board about a sidewalk grant the district is exploring as a possible joint school district and city of North Royalton project. The board had discussion on the district’s current fleet of buses and transportation needs for 2012. Board had discussion on what documents and items Board Members want included in the minutes of the monthly Regular Meeting. The Board also had discussion regarding the time and place of Special Board Meetings and Board Work Sessions. The Board agreed to changing the time of its’ work sessions to 6:30pm and to do more to make the meetings more accessible and welcoming to the general public. Board also discussed the final versions of Board Governing Rules and 2012 Board Goals. Board had a brief executive session to discuss personnel. Board reviewed the February Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board.
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton
Earlier this year, a collaborative coalition of parents, school personnel, business professionals, religious leaders, and other community activists known as the Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton, applied for and were awarded a Federal Drug-Free Community Grant. The grant will be active for two years under the guidance and mentorship of the CAPA (Community Awareness and Prevention Association), and local, well-established coalition in the Brecksville-Broadview Heights communities.
A key component of this grant is to conduct a Community Perception Survey to determine where needs are in relation to the amount of substance use and/or abuse among various age groups in the community. The greater our response to the survey, the better our results will be for analyzing how we can better service those within our community affected by substance abuse issues. Please consider taking a few minutes to participate in the survey. Answers are completely anonymous and are not in any way connected to an identifiable email address. After completing the survey, you can choose to enter a drawing to win an iPad2! Again, responses are still not linked to your name. The survey can be accessed at http://www.surveymonkey.com/NRCPS2012KC. Data will be collected through March 1, 2012.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke Stephanie Kostyack
President Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131 440.237.1005
eheffke@ameritech.net skostyack@hotmail.com
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
February Regular School Board Meeting on February 15th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
North Royalton Student Council is sponsoring the Hope for Hearts Spaghetti Dinner to be held on Thursday, February 16th from 6:00pm - 7:30pm at the North Royalton High School Cafeteria .
Transportation Committee Meeting on February 22nd at 9:30am @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 February 22nd at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
NR Athletic Boosters 13th Annual Night at the Races to be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012. Tickets $25.00. For further ticket information, email or call:
mgatins@wideopenwest.com or Elaine Gatins at 440.582.8241
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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 have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on February 8th for a Board Work Session. The Facilities Committee members gave a presentation to the Board on their assessment of the district’s facilities. Board got an update on how the district is working to get more district cable channel accesses for residents, especially those who live in Broadview Heights. Board discussed the progress of preparing for All Day Kindergarten next school year. The Board was given an update on how the district is expanding its’ bullying prevention efforts. The Board had discussion on the district’s current roofing needs and repairs. Superintendent Vittardi updated the board about a sidewalk grant the district is exploring as a possible joint school district and city of North Royalton project. The board had discussion on the district’s current fleet of buses and transportation needs for 2012. Board had discussion on what documents and items Board Members want included in the minutes of the monthly Regular Meeting. The Board also had discussion regarding the time and place of Special Board Meetings and Board Work Sessions. The Board agreed to changing the time of its’ work sessions to 6:30pm and to do more to make the meetings more accessible and welcoming to the general public. Board also discussed the final versions of Board Governing Rules and 2012 Board Goals. Board had a brief executive session to discuss personnel. Board reviewed the February Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board.
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton
Earlier this year, a collaborative coalition of parents, school personnel, business professionals, religious leaders, and other community activists known as the Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton, applied for and were awarded a Federal Drug-Free Community Grant. The grant will be active for two years under the guidance and mentorship of the CAPA (Community Awareness and Prevention Association), and local, well-established coalition in the Brecksville-Broadview Heights communities.
A key component of this grant is to conduct a Community Perception Survey to determine where needs are in relation to the amount of substance use and/or abuse among various age groups in the community. The greater our response to the survey, the better our results will be for analyzing how we can better service those within our community affected by substance abuse issues. Please consider taking a few minutes to participate in the survey. Answers are completely anonymous and are not in any way connected to an identifiable email address. After completing the survey, you can choose to enter a drawing to win an iPad2! Again, responses are still not linked to your name. The survey can be accessed at http://www.surveymonkey.com/NRCPS2012KC. Data will be collected through March 1, 2012.
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA Playground Project
The ECC Lil’ Bears PTA is planning on purchasing a play structure that will allow 25-30 kids access to play at a given time. The structure will include at least 1 slide, currently missing from the current playground equipment. Another component would be a molded climbing wall that leads to a platform. The overall unit will also include 2-3 interactive panels like a driver’s panel with steering wheel, mazes or perhaps talking tubes. So far the PTA has already raised about $5K which is a great start to their goal of $8K. But they still need to raise more to reach their final goal. If you would like to make a donation to the ECC playground, checks can be written to: LIL’ BEARS PTA and send it into school 9543 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights, Ohio 44147 in an envelope marked PLAYGROUND DONATION.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact:
Jodi Heffke Stephanie Kostyack
President Goals Chairperson
ECC Lil’ Bears PTA ECC Lil’ Bears PTA
440.582.7131 440.237.1005
eheffke@ameritech.net skostyack@hotmail.com
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
February Regular School Board Meeting on February 15th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
North Royalton Student Council is sponsoring the Hope for Hearts Spaghetti Dinner to be held on Thursday, February 16th from 6:00pm - 7:30pm at the North Royalton High School Cafeteria .
Transportation Committee Meeting on February 22nd at 9:30am @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 February 22nd at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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.
NR Athletic Boosters 13th Annual Night at the Races to be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012. Tickets $25.00. For further ticket information, email or call:
mgatins@wideopenwest.com or Elaine Gatins at 440.582.8241
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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, February 6, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton
Earlier this year, a collaborative coalition of parents, school personnel, business professionals, religious leaders, and other community activists known as the Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton, applied for and were awarded a Federal Drug-Free Community Grant. The grant will be active for two years under the guidance and mentorship of the CAPA (Community Awareness and Prevention http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifAssociation), and local, well-established coalition in the Brecksville-Broadview Heights communities.A key component of this grant is to conduct a Community Perception Survey to determine where needs are in relation to the amount of substance use and/or abuse among various age groups in the community. The greater our response to the survey, the better our results will be for analyzing how we can better service those within our community affected by substance abuse issues. Please consider taking a few minutes to participate in the survey. Answers are completely anonymous and are not in any way connected to an identifiable email address. After completing the survey, you can choose to enter a drawing to win an iPad2! Again, responses are still not linked to your name. The survey can be accessed at http://www.surveymonkey.com/NRCPS2012KC. Data will be collected through March 1, 2012.
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Special Board Meeting on February 8th at 6pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
February Regular School Board Meeting on February 15th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Transportation Committee Meeting on February 22nd at 9:30am @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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 have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton
Earlier this year, a collaborative coalition of parents, school personnel, business professionals, religious leaders, and other community activists known as the Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton, applied for and were awarded a Federal Drug-Free Community Grant. The grant will be active for two years under the guidance and mentorship of the CAPA (Community Awareness and Prevention http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifAssociation), and local, well-established coalition in the Brecksville-Broadview Heights communities.A key component of this grant is to conduct a Community Perception Survey to determine where needs are in relation to the amount of substance use and/or abuse among various age groups in the community. The greater our response to the survey, the better our results will be for analyzing how we can better service those within our community affected by substance abuse issues. Please consider taking a few minutes to participate in the survey. Answers are completely anonymous and are not in any way connected to an identifiable email address. After completing the survey, you can choose to enter a drawing to win an iPad2! Again, responses are still not linked to your name. The survey can be accessed at http://www.surveymonkey.com/NRCPS2012KC. Data will be collected through March 1, 2012.
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Special Board Meeting on February 8th at 6pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
February Regular School Board Meeting on February 15th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Transportation Committee Meeting on February 22nd at 9:30am @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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”
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
Attended the Ohio (ACTE) Association for Career and Technical Education’s Legislative Conference in Columbus on January 25th. As one of the North Royalton City School District’s Representative on the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center Board of Education, I attend the conference along with administrators from the CVCC. The conference was very informative about the issues that face Career and Technical schools like the CVCC. Governor John Kasich addressed the group and talked about his vision for job creation and the future of education in the state. I also had an opportunity to meet with the Aide for State Representative Anielski, Aide for State Representative Dovilla, and personally met with State Senator Patton about issues related to the CVCC. Besides discussing issues related to the CVCC, I shared with our lawmakers the concerns of the North Royalton City School District regarding pending legislation on HB 136, HB 191, and HB 326.
School Board Member Dan Langshaw Testifies on HB 191
While down in Columbus, the evening of January 25th I took advantage of the unique opportunity to testify against HB 191 before the Ohio House of Representatives Education Committee on behalf of the North Royalton City School District. House Bill 191, sponsored by Rep. Bill Hayes (R-Granville) and Rep. Bill Patmon (D-Cleveland), would adjust the minimum school year for school districts from one based on days to one based on hours. The legislation also would prohibit school districts from opening prior to Labor Day or after Memorial Day, except in specified circumstances. A substitute bill was proposed and accepted during the Committee meeting I was at. The substitute version changes the minimum school year for school districts, STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) schools and chartered nonpublic schools from 182 days to: 455 hours for half-day kindergarten; 910 hours for full-day kindergarten and grades one through six; and 1,001 hours for grades seven through 12. The substitute bill also would eliminate the prohibition against staying open after Memorial Day, but retains the bill’s prohibition against opening prior to Labor Day, while adding a waiver process by which a school district may open earlier. According to the legislation, school districts can start before Labor Day if the district or school holds a public hearing on opening prior to Labor Day, approves a resolution allowing schools to open prior to Labor Day, files a copy of the resolution with the superintendent of public instruction no later than July 1 and receives a waiver to open prior to Labor Day from the superintendent. It specifies that the superintendent cannot deny a waiver to a school that has complied with the procedure, and must make the verification within 10 business days of receiving the resolution. The effective date of the bill’s provisions was changed from 2012 to July 1, 2013.
Click the link below for a copy of the Substitute HB 191.
http://ealerts.osba-ohio.org/files/file/Sub%20HB%20191%20-%20129%200929-3.pdf
Also below is a copy of my testimony that I gave before the House Education Committee last week.
OPPONENT TESTIMONY ON HB 191 BY
DAN LANGSHAW
NORTH ROYALTON SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER
BEFORE THE
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
OHIO HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JANUARY 25, 2012
Good Evening, Chairman Stebelton, Vice Chair Newbold, Ranking Member Luckie, and members of the House Education Committee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify on the proposed Substitute HB 191 on the Minimum School Year. My name is Dan Langshaw, and I am member of the North Royalton School Board.
The North Royalton City School District is located in southwest Cuyahoga County and encompasses both the city of North Royalton and parts of the neighboring city of Broadview Heights. Our public school district provides education K-12 to over 4,700 students in our community.
I would like to express concerns with the proposed Substitute HB 191. Specifically, we are opposed to the provision of the bill that requires a thirty-day legal notice and hearing in order to begin classes before Labor Day. Such a mandate would cause an unnecessary burden to local school districts throughout Ohio, including the North Royalton City School District.
Boards of education adopt school calendars in public session. Such public sessions include the opportunity for interested parties to offer public comments prior to any action by the Board of Education. To add the unnecessary burden of a thirty day notice seems to be an unneeded bureaucratic step to a process which has served our school district well in the past.
Please consider removing this provision of the bill and allow for us to retain our local control in deciding what is in the best interest of our community and students when creating our school calendar.
In closing, our community is happy with the current calendar we have and the collaborative process our district uses to create it. We do support the conversion of school days to hours in that this enhances local control and the ability of elected board of education members to respond to the needs of their students, parents, and residents. Please let the people decide what is best and not Columbus. Until this provision is removed, we remain oppose HB 191 in its current form.
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you this evening. I am happy to answer any questions you may have.
On January 26th, I held my Monthly Constituent Coffee at the Coffee Club. Thank you to those who stopped by. 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 February will be.
Former Reynoldsburg superintendent named governor’s new education czar
Kasich administration recently announced the replacement for outgoing Governor’s Office of 21st Century Education Director Dr. Robert Sommers. The new director is former Reynoldsburg City Schools Superintendent Dick Ross, who will take over on Feb. 1.
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Special Board Meeting on February 8th at 6pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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”
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
School Board Member Dan Langshaw Testifies before Ohio House of Representatives Education Committee
OPPONENT TESTIMONY ON HB 191 BY
DAN LANGSHAW
NORTH ROYALTON SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER
BEFORE THE
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
OHIO HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JANUARY 25, 2012
Good Evening, Chairman Stebelton, Vice Chair Newbold, Ranking Member Luckie, and members of the House Education Committee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify on the proposed Substitute HB 191 on the Minimum School Year. My name is Dan Langshaw, and I am member of the North Royalton School Board.
The North Royalton City School District is located in southwest Cuyahoga County and encompasses both the city of North Royalton and parts of the neighboring city of Broadview Heights. Our public school district provides education K-12 to over 4,700 students in our community.
I would like to express concerns with the proposed Substitute HB 191. Specifically, we are opposed to the provision of the bill that requires a thirty-day legal notice and hearing in order to begin classes before Labor Day. Such a mandate would cause an unnecessary burden to local school districts throughout Ohio, including the North Royalton City School District.
Boards of education adopt school calendars in public session. Such public sessions include the opportunity for interested parties to offer public comments prior to any action by the Board of Education. To add the unnecessary burden of a thirty day notice seems to be an unneeded bureaucratic step to a process which has served our school district well in the past.
Please consider removing this provision of the bill and allow for us to retain our local control in deciding what is in the best interest of our community and students when creating our school calendar.
In closing, our community is happy with the current calendar we have and the collaborative process our district uses to create it. We do support the conversion of school days to hours in that this enhances local control and the ability of elected board of education members to respond to the needs of their students, parents, and residents. Please let the people decide what is best and not Columbus. Until this provision is removed, we remain oppose HB 191 in its current form.
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you this evening. I am happy to answer any questions you may have.
DAN LANGSHAW
NORTH ROYALTON SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER
BEFORE THE
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
OHIO HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JANUARY 25, 2012
Good Evening, Chairman Stebelton, Vice Chair Newbold, Ranking Member Luckie, and members of the House Education Committee. Thank you for the opportunity to testify on the proposed Substitute HB 191 on the Minimum School Year. My name is Dan Langshaw, and I am member of the North Royalton School Board.
The North Royalton City School District is located in southwest Cuyahoga County and encompasses both the city of North Royalton and parts of the neighboring city of Broadview Heights. Our public school district provides education K-12 to over 4,700 students in our community.
I would like to express concerns with the proposed Substitute HB 191. Specifically, we are opposed to the provision of the bill that requires a thirty-day legal notice and hearing in order to begin classes before Labor Day. Such a mandate would cause an unnecessary burden to local school districts throughout Ohio, including the North Royalton City School District.
Boards of education adopt school calendars in public session. Such public sessions include the opportunity for interested parties to offer public comments prior to any action by the Board of Education. To add the unnecessary burden of a thirty day notice seems to be an unneeded bureaucratic step to a process which has served our school district well in the past.
Please consider removing this provision of the bill and allow for us to retain our local control in deciding what is in the best interest of our community and students when creating our school calendar.
In closing, our community is happy with the current calendar we have and the collaborative process our district uses to create it. We do support the conversion of school days to hours in that this enhances local control and the ability of elected board of education members to respond to the needs of their students, parents, and residents. Please let the people decide what is best and not Columbus. Until this provision is removed, we remain oppose HB 191 in its current form.
Thank you for the opportunity to speak to you this evening. I am happy to answer any questions you may have.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee this Thursday, January 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 6pm-8pm. 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. Hope to see you there.
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on January 18th for a Special Board Meeting. The board finished up developing its’ Board Governing Rules and Goals for 2012. Board discussed briefly the process for Superintendent and Treasurer Evaluations for this year. The Board discussed others items, and such other matters that came before the Board as well.
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
Crystal Starfish Award Winners Announced
This past week Superintendent Ed Vittardi presented Crystal Starfish Awards to Bob Rodriquez, Valley Vista custodian and Jocelyn Stella, intervention specialist at Albion.
Bob Rodriguez received a $100 gift certificate to Westfield/Southpark Mall, a $75 gift certificate to Samurai Sushi Bar and Hibachi Steakhouse restaurant in Strongsville, and flowers, balloons, and a $50 gift certificate from Creations by Lynn and Royal Towne Florist. His colleagues in the North Royalton City Schools’ maintenance department nominated Rodriguez. He has been with the district since 2001. An excerpt from his nomination states, “Valley Vista Elementary is always clean and maintained not to mention inviting. Bob takes the initiative to care for his building and will not call our department until last resort and with that is always willing to give a helping hand. We have heard nothing but complimentary remarks from his colleagues at Valley Vista and we believe his presence has positively impacted all who enter the building.”
Jocelyn Stella received $250 from First Federal of Lakewood, to be used towards professional development as well as a $75 gift certificate to Samurai Sushi Bar and Hibachi Steakhouse restaurant in Strongsville, as well as flowers, balloons, and a $50 gift certificate from Creations by Lynn and Royal Towne Florist. A school family and her peers nominated her. She has been with the district since 2008. An excerpt from her nomination states, “The first time we met Jocelyn, we were very relieved and encouraged by her professional and kind demeanor. She had a plan, she was familiar with our child, and she had some expectations. We are amazed to see her plans come to fruition. Our child has a consistent and kind environment to learn. Jocelyn is always available—in person, by telephone, and with daily written reports. Her dedication to her students and their families is tireless and selfless and we’d like to thank her in some special way.”
Congrats to both of them and special thanks for all that they do each and every day in our school district for our students. Also thank you to business partners for their financial support for this positive program in school district!!!
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Curriculum and Instruction Committee Meeting on January 25th at 9am @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Partnership for a Healthy NR Meeting on January 25th at 12pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 January 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 6pm-8pm. 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.
Special Board Meeting on February 8th at 6pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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 are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee this Thursday, January 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 6pm-8pm. 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. Hope to see you there.
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on January 18th for a Special Board Meeting. The board finished up developing its’ Board Governing Rules and Goals for 2012. Board discussed briefly the process for Superintendent and Treasurer Evaluations for this year. The Board discussed others items, and such other matters that came before the Board as well.
The Presidential Primary Elections will be held on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. Since the Board of Elections no longer automatically mails ballots applications prior to the election, voters must now request their ballot application. Please click on Primary Election for information on how to request a ballot. You can also visit the Board of Elections website for more information as well at www.boe.cuyahogacounty.us
Crystal Starfish Award Winners Announced
This past week Superintendent Ed Vittardi presented Crystal Starfish Awards to Bob Rodriquez, Valley Vista custodian and Jocelyn Stella, intervention specialist at Albion.
Bob Rodriguez received a $100 gift certificate to Westfield/Southpark Mall, a $75 gift certificate to Samurai Sushi Bar and Hibachi Steakhouse restaurant in Strongsville, and flowers, balloons, and a $50 gift certificate from Creations by Lynn and Royal Towne Florist. His colleagues in the North Royalton City Schools’ maintenance department nominated Rodriguez. He has been with the district since 2001. An excerpt from his nomination states, “Valley Vista Elementary is always clean and maintained not to mention inviting. Bob takes the initiative to care for his building and will not call our department until last resort and with that is always willing to give a helping hand. We have heard nothing but complimentary remarks from his colleagues at Valley Vista and we believe his presence has positively impacted all who enter the building.”
Jocelyn Stella received $250 from First Federal of Lakewood, to be used towards professional development as well as a $75 gift certificate to Samurai Sushi Bar and Hibachi Steakhouse restaurant in Strongsville, as well as flowers, balloons, and a $50 gift certificate from Creations by Lynn and Royal Towne Florist. A school family and her peers nominated her. She has been with the district since 2008. An excerpt from her nomination states, “The first time we met Jocelyn, we were very relieved and encouraged by her professional and kind demeanor. She had a plan, she was familiar with our child, and she had some expectations. We are amazed to see her plans come to fruition. Our child has a consistent and kind environment to learn. Jocelyn is always available—in person, by telephone, and with daily written reports. Her dedication to her students and their families is tireless and selfless and we’d like to thank her in some special way.”
Congrats to both of them and special thanks for all that they do each and every day in our school district for our students. Also thank you to business partners for their financial support for this positive program in school district!!!
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Curriculum and Instruction Committee Meeting on January 25th at 9am @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Partnership for a Healthy NR Meeting on January 25th at 12pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 January 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 6pm-8pm. 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.
Special Board Meeting on February 8th at 6pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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, January 16, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
“Now, I say to you today my friends, even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.”
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on January 9th for its’ Organizational Board Meeting. Some highlights from the meeting. The three recently elected board members Dr. John Kelly, Barbara Zindroski, and Anne Reinkober all took the oath of office joining board members Heidi Dolezal and myself on the school board. During the meeting Dr. Kelly was elected Board President and Mrs. Reinkober as the Board Vice President for this year. The Board approved various items that the board is required to approve on annual bases.
Following the Organizational Board Meeting on the Janurary 9th the School Board also met for its’ Regular January Board Meeting. Some highlights from this meeting. The board had several guest. Students from Royal View Elementary gave a presentation on their “First in Math” program. North Royalton High School’s Academic Challenge team came in first place on Newschannel 5’s Academic Challenge program that aired on December 24. The students were recognized by the board for this great achievement. The board was also given a presentation on the partnership with Baldwin-Wallace College, in which junior biology majors at BW were invited to conduct research at the North Royalton Nature Center located behind Valley Vista School. Board President Dr. Kelly announced the following 2012 Board Committee Assignments:
Committees
Business Advisory Council: Dr. Kelly
City Recreation/Building & Grounds: Mrs. Zindroski & Dr. Kelly
Curriculum and Instruction: Mrs. Zindroski & Mrs. Dolezal
Partnership for a Healthy North Royalton: Mrs. Reinkober
Financial Advisory: Mrs. Reinkober
North Royalton Educational Foundation: Mrs. Dolezal
Policy: Mr. Langshaw & Dr. Kelly
Transportation: Mrs. Reinkober & Dr. Kelly
Liaisons
Legislative Liaison: Mr. Langshaw
Student Achievement Liaison: Mrs. Zindroski
CVCC Representatives: Mr. Langshaw & Mrs. Dolezal
The board had a brief tax budget hearing and approved the tax budget for Fiscal Year 2013. The board also approved various appropriation adjustments of government grant funds. Board also approved various retirements, resignations, changes of assignment, and staff appointments. 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 January 9th Organizational and Regular School Board Meetings: http://www.northroyaltonsd.org/external/audio/010912RegMtg.mp3
The School Board met on January 11th for a Special Board Meeting. This meeting focused on board development. The Board discussed various ways to be more effective team and started working on developing board governing rules for 2012.The Board discussed others items, and such other matters that came before the Board as well.
CVCC Board
On January 12th I was sworn in on to the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center’s Board of Education during their Board Organizational Meeting. I will be serving a one year term as a Representative for the North Royalton City School District. In addition my colleague School Board Member Mrs. Dolezal was also sworn in to serve the remaining year left of the two year on the CVCC Board of Education of former School Board Member Cheryl Hannan, who didn’t seek re-election last year. Mrs Dolezal and I were both appointed to serve on the CVCC’s Business & Finance Committee. I will also be the Chairperson for the CVCC’s Policy Committee. To learn more about the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center check out their website at: http://www.cvccworks.com/homepage.aspx
2012 Primary Change Update
Recently, both the Ohio House and the Ohio Senate approved HB 369 making changes to the 2012 elections. The bill includes the following:
• Merges the March and June primaries into a single primary on March 6, 2012.
• Restores the August 2012 special election.
• Creates new congressional district boundaries based on the 2010 U.S. Census.
• Establishes a Redistricting Reform Task Force to create a redistricting reform proposal for consideration by the General Assembly during 2012.
HB 369 included an emergency clause that made its provisions effective immediately once it was signed by the governor last month.
New Legislative Districts
For 2012 we will have new legislative districts which are as follows:
• 16th U.S. Congressional District
• 24th Ohio Senate District
• 7th Ohio House District (North Royalton Portion of School District)
• 6th Ohio House District (Broadview Heights Portion of School District)
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Special Board Meeting on January 18th at 7:15pm @ North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The purpose of the meeting is complete board governing rules and goals for 2012.
Partnership for a Healthy NR Meeting on January 25th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 January 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 6pm-8pm. 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.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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, January 8, 2012
Board Update
Good Evening:
Happy New Year!
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on January 5th for a Board Work Session. Board discussed district technology study to be conducted to find ways the district can be more efficient and provide more technology in the classroom for students and staff. Board got an update on how the administration is looking at ways to be more fiscally conservative at the various buildings in the district. The board had discussion about the impact of the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Program that was included into the state budget under HB 153. In addition the board was given an update on how the district is preparing for the state mandated teacher evaluations as required by HB 153. Board had a brief executive session to discuss personnel. After that the board discussed upcoming committee assignments and officers for the year. The Board reviewed the Organizational Meeting and January Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Organizational Board Meeting & January Regular School Board Meeting on January 9th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Partnership for a Healthy NR Meeting on January 25th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 January 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 6pm-8pm. 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.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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”
Happy New Year!
SINCE MY LAST SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE
The School Board met on January 5th for a Board Work Session. Board discussed district technology study to be conducted to find ways the district can be more efficient and provide more technology in the classroom for students and staff. Board got an update on how the administration is looking at ways to be more fiscally conservative at the various buildings in the district. The board had discussion about the impact of the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Program that was included into the state budget under HB 153. In addition the board was given an update on how the district is preparing for the state mandated teacher evaluations as required by HB 153. Board had a brief executive session to discuss personnel. After that the board discussed upcoming committee assignments and officers for the year. The Board reviewed the Organizational Meeting and January Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that came before the Board.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Organizational Board Meeting & January Regular School Board Meeting on January 9th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Partnership for a Healthy NR Meeting on January 25th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
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 January 26th at the Coffee Club located at 500 E Royalton Rd. in Broadview Heights from 6pm-8pm. 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.
E-mail Updates
If you have any friends or neighbors who would like to receive my e-mail updates please let me know and I will be sure to add them to my e-mail list. They can also click on this link on my website to sign up at: http://www.danlangshaw.com/contact/e-mail-newsletter-sign-up/
Stay In Touch with me through Social Networking and the Web
If you like to keep in contact with me you can also check out my Website at www.danlangshaw.com or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at Langshaw4board
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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