π£ Attention Sophomores! π£
Donβt forgetβtomorrow youβll be attending Auburn Career Center!
While there, youβll explore career-focused programs, meet future instructors, and experience Auburnβs hands-on learning environment.
β Be sure your signed permission slip from a parent/guardian has been turned in.
π¨βπ©βπ§ Family Open House Reminder:
Families are encouraged to join Auburn tomorrow evening from 5:30β7:30 p.m.
Tour labs, learn about offered programs, meet staff and business partners, ask questions about transportation and outcomes, and apply on-site!
Weβre excited for you to explore all the opportunities Auburn has to offer!
Donβt forgetβtomorrow youβll be attending Auburn Career Center!
While there, youβll explore career-focused programs, meet future instructors, and experience Auburnβs hands-on learning environment.
β Be sure your signed permission slip from a parent/guardian has been turned in.
π¨βπ©βπ§ Family Open House Reminder:
Families are encouraged to join Auburn tomorrow evening from 5:30β7:30 p.m.
Tour labs, learn about offered programs, meet staff and business partners, ask questions about transportation and outcomes, and apply on-site!
Weβre excited for you to explore all the opportunities Auburn has to offer!
π No School β Teacher Record Day π
There will be no classes TODAY, January 20th, for Teacher Record Day. Students will return to school on Wednesday, January 21st. Enjoy your day off! πΎβ¨
There will be no classes TODAY, January 20th, for Teacher Record Day. Students will return to school on Wednesday, January 21st. Enjoy your day off! πΎβ¨

π₯π GTV Live Stream Schedule β This Weekβs Sporting Events ππ₯
Canβt make it to the game? Catch all the action live with GTV! Tune in to this weekβs Cardinal sporting events using the links below and support our student-athletes from anywhere.
β’ JV/Varsity Girls Basketball 1/19 - https://boxcast.tv/view/maplewood-cardinal-girls-basketball-cxafv4hwswlfwkl8jqyr
β’ JV/Varsity Boys Basketball 1/20 - https://boxcast.tv/view/maplewood-cardinal-boys-basketball-ophfuncn2qmvjcbmkgbi
β’ Wrestling 1/22 - https://boxcast.tv/view/cardinal-wrestling-at-chagrin-falls-qqxw2twnjnmmpjxrfvy4
Thank you for supporting Cardinal AthleticsβGo Huskies! β€οΈπ€

π
No School β Martin Luther King Jr. Day π
There will be no school TODAY, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
There will be no school TODAY, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

π
No School β Martin Luther King Jr. Day π
There will be no school on Monday, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
There will be no school on Monday, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Earlier this week, the Cardinal Varsity Girls Basketball team recognized our youth programs! πβ€οΈ Shoutout to our Kβ2nd Graders and 3rdβ8th Grade girlsβour future is bright!

πππ Ties & Tiaras Dance πππ
Join us for a special evening on February 6th from 6:00β7:30 p.m.!
ποΈ Tickets:
β’ $10.00 per couple
β’ $2.00 for each additional person
β¨ Invite your dads, brothers, grandfathers, uncles, or any other special person in your life for a fun night of dancing and memories.
π Payment & Registration:
Please complete the form and either bring cash or pay via Venmo (@Jordak-PTO). Be sure to include attendeesβ names in the Venmo transfer.
ππΌββοΈ Volunteers Needed:
Parents/guardians interested in helping with the event, please scan the QR code to sign up.
π§ Questions?
Contact PTO President Jen Owens at jmcowens0126@gmail.com
We canβt wait to see everyone there! ππΌπΊπΌ
Join us for a special evening on February 6th from 6:00β7:30 p.m.!
ποΈ Tickets:
β’ $10.00 per couple
β’ $2.00 for each additional person
β¨ Invite your dads, brothers, grandfathers, uncles, or any other special person in your life for a fun night of dancing and memories.
π Payment & Registration:
Please complete the form and either bring cash or pay via Venmo (@Jordak-PTO). Be sure to include attendeesβ names in the Venmo transfer.
ππΌββοΈ Volunteers Needed:
Parents/guardians interested in helping with the event, please scan the QR code to sign up.
π§ Questions?
Contact PTO President Jen Owens at jmcowens0126@gmail.com
We canβt wait to see everyone there! ππΌπΊπΌ

β½π Coming Soon! β Join Us for a Night of Soccer! πβ½
Cardinal families and community members are invited to cheer on the Cleveland Crunch as they take on Red Cedar FC on Friday, January 24! Itβs a fun opportunity to come together for an exciting night of soccer.
ποΈ Save 15% on tickets by using promo code EDUCATORS at checkout:
ππΌ https://am.ticketmaster.com/wolsteincenter/buy/ism/Q0MyNUcy
Make plans to attend, bring your friends and family, and support local soccer β we hope to see you there! β½ππΌ
Cardinal families and community members are invited to cheer on the Cleveland Crunch as they take on Red Cedar FC on Friday, January 24! Itβs a fun opportunity to come together for an exciting night of soccer.
ποΈ Save 15% on tickets by using promo code EDUCATORS at checkout:
ππΌ https://am.ticketmaster.com/wolsteincenter/buy/ism/Q0MyNUcy
Make plans to attend, bring your friends and family, and support local soccer β we hope to see you there! β½ππΌ

At the January 14 regular meeting, the Cardinal Board of Education approved a resolution authorizing two Board of Education employees to possess a deadly weapon on Board property and within designated school safety zones, in accordance with Ohio law and district safety protocols.

πβ¨ Today is the Last Day of the Second Quarter! β¨π
Students, today marks the end of Quarter 2. Finish strong, turn in any remaining work, and take pride in all youβve accomplished so far this year.
Great job, Huskiesβkeep up the hard work! πΎπͺπΌ
Students, today marks the end of Quarter 2. Finish strong, turn in any remaining work, and take pride in all youβve accomplished so far this year.
Great job, Huskiesβkeep up the hard work! πΎπͺπΌ

Newly elected school board members were officially sworn in last evening during the first board meeting of the new year. We welcome Edna Phile as a new board member and congratulate President Linda Smallwood, Vice President Barb Rayburn, and Ruth Natali, who also took the oath last night. We look forward to their continued service to Cardinal Local Schools. πΎβ€οΈ




βοΈ School Closing Notice βοΈ
Due to inclement weather, Cardinal Local Schools will be closed today, Thursday, January 15.
Due to inclement weather, Cardinal Local Schools will be closed today, Thursday, January 15.
π£ Cardinal parents & families!
Just a few days away! Emeth Gym is hosting a Parentsβ Night Out on Saturday, January 17th, from 6:00β9:00 p.m. π Kids ages 4 and up are invitedβdonβt forget your pajamas!
The evening will include open gym, pizza, and fun games. A perfect way for kids to have fun while parents enjoy a night out!
Just a few days away! Emeth Gym is hosting a Parentsβ Night Out on Saturday, January 17th, from 6:00β9:00 p.m. π Kids ages 4 and up are invitedβdonβt forget your pajamas!
The evening will include open gym, pizza, and fun games. A perfect way for kids to have fun while parents enjoy a night out!

Huskie Choir has been cancelled this evening. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please call the school if you have specific directions for your student to get home this evening.
βοΈ ESCWR Tutoring Canceled Today βοΈ
Due to the impending snowstorm and in the interest of student and family safety, tutoring scheduled for this afternoon has been canceled.
If you need assistance with transportation or have any questions, please contact Karen Retych at 440-632-0261, ext. 2000.
Thank you for your understandingβplease stay safe!
Due to the impending snowstorm and in the interest of student and family safety, tutoring scheduled for this afternoon has been canceled.
If you need assistance with transportation or have any questions, please contact Karen Retych at 440-632-0261, ext. 2000.
Thank you for your understandingβplease stay safe!
π’ Cardinal Local Schools Board of Education Meeting π’
Mark your calendars! Join us tonight, January 14th, at 6:00 p.m. to stay informed and engaged with the decisions that shape our schools. Students, families, and community members are all welcome to attend.
Your voice mattersβsee you there! πΎβ¨
Mark your calendars! Join us tonight, January 14th, at 6:00 p.m. to stay informed and engaged with the decisions that shape our schools. Students, families, and community members are all welcome to attend.
Your voice mattersβsee you there! πΎβ¨

Just a reminder that tomorrow is Youth Nightπβ¨ Theyβll be recognizing our Kβ2nd grade teams and 3rdβ8th grade girls' teams at halftime of the Girls Varsity game vs. Jackson-Milton.
β° Game time: 6:00 PM
β° Youth recognition: Halftime (~6:40 PM)
We hope to see our young athletes and families there as we celebrate the future of their program! β€οΈ
β° Game time: 6:00 PM
β° Youth recognition: Halftime (~6:40 PM)
We hope to see our young athletes and families there as we celebrate the future of their program! β€οΈ
πββοΈπΎ Weβre Hiring β Join Huskies Track & Field! πΎπββοΈ
Cardinal High School is currently seeking an Assistant Coach and a Throws Coach (shot put and discus) for our Track & Field program.
This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on student-athletes, support a growing program, and be part of the Huskies athletic community.
π Interested candidates should submit:
β’ A letter of interest
β’ A current rΓ©sumΓ©
π© Please send materials to the Athletic Director or reach out with questions:
β’ Dakota Ward, Head Coach β dakota.ward@cardinalschools.org
β’ Jimmy Soltis, Athletic Director β jimmy.soltis@cardinalschools.org
Help us build strong athletes and an even stronger program β apply today! πΎπͺπΌ
Cardinal High School is currently seeking an Assistant Coach and a Throws Coach (shot put and discus) for our Track & Field program.
This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on student-athletes, support a growing program, and be part of the Huskies athletic community.
π Interested candidates should submit:
β’ A letter of interest
β’ A current rΓ©sumΓ©
π© Please send materials to the Athletic Director or reach out with questions:
β’ Dakota Ward, Head Coach β dakota.ward@cardinalschools.org
β’ Jimmy Soltis, Athletic Director β jimmy.soltis@cardinalschools.org
Help us build strong athletes and an even stronger program β apply today! πΎπͺπΌ

πβ¨ Experience Lakeland Day β¨π
High School students and families are invited to attend Experience Lakeland Day on Friday, February 27, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Lakeland Community College.
This event offers an excellent opportunity to:
β’ Learn the ins and outs of a smooth transition to college
β’ Explore affordable college options with guidance from financial aid experts
β’ Experience Lakelandβs state-of-the-art facilities through breakout sessions and department tours
To register, please scan the QR code on the flyer. If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact Mr. Floyd at 440-632-0261 or email him at garrett.floyd@cardinalschools.org
We encourage students to take advantage of this informative and hands-on college exploration opportunity! ππ
High School students and families are invited to attend Experience Lakeland Day on Friday, February 27, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Lakeland Community College.
This event offers an excellent opportunity to:
β’ Learn the ins and outs of a smooth transition to college
β’ Explore affordable college options with guidance from financial aid experts
β’ Experience Lakelandβs state-of-the-art facilities through breakout sessions and department tours
To register, please scan the QR code on the flyer. If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact Mr. Floyd at 440-632-0261 or email him at garrett.floyd@cardinalschools.org
We encourage students to take advantage of this informative and hands-on college exploration opportunity! ππ

πΊπ Tomorrowβs Girls Basketball Game β Watch Live! ππΊ
For our families and community members, please use the link below to watch tomorrow nightβs girls basketball contest vs. St. John live on GTV: https://boxcast.tv/view/sts-john--paul-cardinal-girls-basketball-mkf9p75kf7urlsyhfmaj
If you have any questions regarding the broadcast, please get in touch with Dave at:
π§ dave@geaugatv.org
Good luck to our Huskies! β€πΎ
For our families and community members, please use the link below to watch tomorrow nightβs girls basketball contest vs. St. John live on GTV: https://boxcast.tv/view/sts-john--paul-cardinal-girls-basketball-mkf9p75kf7urlsyhfmaj
If you have any questions regarding the broadcast, please get in touch with Dave at:
π§ dave@geaugatv.org
Good luck to our Huskies! β€πΎ

