Cardinal Local Schools

Music in Our Schools Month (MIOSM) is an annual celebration held in March to raise awareness about the importance of music education in schools and communities! It's a time to highlight the value of music programs in fostering creativity, teamwork and academic achievement among students. Let's give a standing ovation to our incredible music teachers who ignite passion, inspire creativity, and nurture talent every day! 🎶 Meet Kayleigh, a dedicated teacher at Cardinal Local Schools! 🎶 With six years of experience in the classroom, Kayleigh has been an incredible part of our team, teaching both Elementary and Jr./Sr. High students. Hailing from Boardman, Ohio, she’s a proud graduate of Boardman High School (2009) and the University of Mount Union (2013). 🎓 Kayleigh’s love for music runs deep. Growing up surrounded by a variety of instruments, she developed a passion for music education that continues to inspire her teaching every day. ✨ When asked about her favorite memory as a music educator, Kayleigh shared, “I have not one memory, but multiple. Every time I see a student push outside of their comfort level and find their confidence, it reminds me why I am here. It doesn't happen overnight, but guiding them, watching them succeed, and seeing that pride in their face—that is when I know that I, as a teacher, was also successful.” We are so grateful for the incredible impact Kayleigh has had over her two years as a Huskie. Her dedication and passion continue to inspire our students and our community. 🎼 We can't wait to see what the future holds!

Attention: There will be no transportation for Bus #32 tomorrow, Thursday, March 6th (AM/PM routes). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding.

6th Grade Cardinal Elementary Families and Friends: We are excited to announce that our D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) graduation ceremony will take place on March 11th at 2:15 p.m. in the Cardinal Elementary School Cafeteria. This special event will celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our students as they complete the D.A.R.E. program, which equips them with valuable skills to make safe and healthy choices. We would be honored to have you join us for this important milestone in your child's journey. Please come and help us celebrate their achievement! We look forward to seeing you there!

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Music in Our Schools Month (MIOSM) is an annual celebration held in March to raise awareness about the importance of music education in schools and communities! It's a time to highlight the value of music programs in fostering creativity, teamwork and academic achievement among students. Let's give a standing ovation to our incredible music teachers who ignite passion, inspire creativity, and nurture talent every day! 🎶 Meet Ms. Lauren Zetts! 🎵 Lauren, a Jr./Sr. High teacher at Cardinal, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. A proud native of Campbell, OH, she graduated from Lowellville High School in 2016, earned her bachelor’s degree from Youngstown State University in 2020, and completed her Master's at Ohio University in 2022. 🎓 Her love for classical music fuels her, and when she’s not teaching, you can find her running or reminiscing about marching down Main Street at Disney World — one of her all-time favorite music memories. 🏃‍♀️✨ When asked how music has impacted her life, Lauren shared, "Research shows all of the positive impacts that music can have. My everyday experience with music includes using it to relax, express myself, improve well-being, and build personal connections. My short-term goals are focused on building a relationship with students and the community and strengthening our community involvement through student ownership and participation in music-making. My long-term goals for my time at Cardinal include developing our current relationships with the music department and community, researching and developing untapped potential partnerships and relationships, expanding our activity in the community, extending our reach beyond our Huskie Nation, and providing students with the support and opportunity for additional musical endeavors such as honors societies and honors ensembles." We’re thrilled to have Lauren’s expertise and passion for music here at Cardinal! 🎼

🎉 Cardinal Junior High Yearbooks Are On Sale! 📚 Attention Junior High Students and Parents – your yearbooks are also available for purchase! 👉 Visit Yearbookforever.com, select Cardinal Junior High, and secure your copy for just $25.00. Sales run until April 1st. Don't miss out on capturing this year’s memories!

Music in Our Schools Month (MIOSM) is an annual celebration held in March to raise awareness about the importance of music education in schools and communities! It's a time to highlight the value of music programs in fostering creativity, teamwork and academic achievement among students. Let's give a standing ovation to our incredible music teachers who ignite passion, inspire creativity, and nurture talent every day! 🎉 Meet Ms. Sarah LaMantia! 🎶 A Kirtland Ohio native, Sarah graduated from Kirtland High School before earning her teaching degree from Miami University of Ohio in 2024. This is her first year teaching and her first year with the Cardinal family! 🐾🏫 Her passion for music runs deep — from enjoying jazz to using music as a creative outlet in which it has helped her build lasting friendships. When asked why music is important, Sarah said, "Music is a universal language, so everyone can share their creative expression no matter who you are, what language you speak, or where you're from." We’re excited to have Sarah as part of our Cardinal family and can’t wait to see her vision come to life! 🙌

Our kindergarten classes had a sweet time at Swine Creek learning all about maple sugaring and the steps it takes to prepare for the season last week! 🍁🪣

Our kindergarten classes had a sweet time at Swine Creek learning all about maple sugaring and the steps it takes to prepare for the season last week! 🍁🪣

Our kindergarten classes had a sweet time at Swine Creek learning all about maple sugaring and the steps it takes to prepare for the season last week! 🍁🪣

🎉 Yearbooks Are On Sale Now! 📚 Students in grades 9th-12th, don’t miss out on your chance to own a piece of this school year! Yearbooks are available for purchase until April 1st. 👉 Visit Yearbookforever.com to snag yours today! Questions? Contact Mrs. Turon at Meghan.turon@cardinalschools.org.

🌟 Celebrating School Social Workers! 🌟 This week, we want to recognize and thank our amazing school social worker, Ms. Sarah for her invaluable support she provides to students, families, and staff. She is there to guide, advocate, and offer care during challenges, helping to create a positive and nurturing school environment. #SchoolSocialWorkers #ThankYou #SupportAndCare #MakingADifference

This Women's History Month, we honor and celebrate the inspiring women who have shaped our past, continue to impact our present, and will inspire our future. From students to educators, leaders to innovators, the women in our Cardinal Local Schools community make a difference every day. Let’s celebrate their strength, passion, and achievements! #WomensHistoryMonth

🍁🌳 Celebrate Maple Season! 🌳🍁 Join us TOMORROW from 12 PM to 4 PM for Sap's-a-Risin' at Geauga Park District! 🌿 It’s a FREE event for the whole family—fun activities, maple syrup demos, and more! 🍁🍯 Don’t miss out on this sweet celebration of maple season! 🍃

March is National Athletic Trainers Month! Join us in saying "THANK YOU" to Mitch Geddis for his unwavering dedication to our student-athletes and coaches. Your commitment to keeping our athletes healthy, safe, and performing at their best does not go unnoticed. We appreciate all the hard work you put in!

Troy Champlain and Bobby Wojtasik wrestled today in the District Match. Troy will advance to day two tomorrow. Proud of you guys! 🐾❤️

There will be no classes for students on Friday, February 28th. Staff will be attending a Professional Development Day, while classes will resume as normal on Monday, March 3rd.

🌱 Amazing Work from Miss Moon's Environmental Science Class! 🌱 Our talented students in Miss Moon's Environmental Science class recently presented a fantastic project on sustainable agriculture practices! 🌾🌍 They put their research skills to the test, exploring everything from the best locations to build a farm to selecting crops and animals that support a sustainable future. 🌾🐄 Their hard work and creativity resulted in a comprehensive plan for a farm that incorporates several eco-friendly farming techniques. The future of agriculture is bright with these future leaders leading the way! 🌿 Keep up the great work, students! 🌟

*Board of Education Meeting* The Cardinal Local Schools Board of Education will meet tonight for the second Regular meeting of the month. Session will begin at 6:30 pm at the Board of Education main office.

Look no further! The ESC of the Western Reserve offers FREE tutoring. For grades 7-12 on Tuesday from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. in-person, Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. online, and Sundays 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. online. They offer a clean, safe space to assist with homework, test preparation, and remediation. Tutoring is FREE! The ESCWR and Martha Holden Jennings Foundation has partnered so that students can continue to access free tutoring services. Simply click the blue Register Now button or scan the QR Code. A parent/caregiver must complete the Google registration form & Emergency Medical Authorization Form. On the Maple Tutoring Center website, you will find a “Book Now” link that will take you to a Google Form. Here, you can schedule which sessions your student would like to attend, each week. Please know, the program concludes on Wednesday, March 19th. You can contact Giselle Scipione with any questions or concerns at gscipione@escwr.org.