📸 Picture Retake Opportunity 📸
We wanted to share a quick reminder that there will be a second picture retake opportunity on Wednesday, January 28, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
This session is available for:
• Students who were unable to attend the first retake date
• Students who still need their photo taken
📦 Photo Pickup:
• Pictures from the first retake date will also be available for pickup during this time.
If you have any questions, please contact the High School at 440-632-0261, Option 3. Thank you for your continued support!
We wanted to share a quick reminder that there will be a second picture retake opportunity on Wednesday, January 28, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
This session is available for:
• Students who were unable to attend the first retake date
• Students who still need their photo taken
📦 Photo Pickup:
• Pictures from the first retake date will also be available for pickup during this time.
If you have any questions, please contact the High School at 440-632-0261, Option 3. Thank you for your continued support!
Save the Date: Cardinal Jr./Sr. High Parent-Teacher Conferences
Grades 7–12 Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on
📅 Thursday, February 19
⏰ 3:00–8:00 p.m.
🗓️ Conference sign-ups open Thursday, February 5.
The scheduling link will be shared with families as the date approaches.
These conferences are a great opportunity to connect with teachers, discuss student progress, and support your child’s success. We encourage all families to participate!
Grades 7–12 Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on
📅 Thursday, February 19
⏰ 3:00–8:00 p.m.
🗓️ Conference sign-ups open Thursday, February 5.
The scheduling link will be shared with families as the date approaches.
These conferences are a great opportunity to connect with teachers, discuss student progress, and support your child’s success. We encourage all families to participate!
Due to extremely low temperatures and dangerous wind chills, Cardinal Local Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 27.
Please stay safe and warm, Huskies! ❤️🖤
Please stay safe and warm, Huskies! ❤️🖤
🎓 Seniors & Families – Important Deadlines!
📅 Feb. 14: Senior & baby photos + senior quote due for the yearbook (Google form sent by Señora Ramirez)
📅 April 1: P.E. waivers due
📅 April 15: Community service hours, outstanding fees, & Honors Diploma requirements due
Questions? Contact Mrs. Turon: meghan.turon@cardinalschools.org
Stay on track & finish your senior year strong! ❤️🐾
📅 Feb. 14: Senior & baby photos + senior quote due for the yearbook (Google form sent by Señora Ramirez)
📅 April 1: P.E. waivers due
📅 April 15: Community service hours, outstanding fees, & Honors Diploma requirements due
Questions? Contact Mrs. Turon: meghan.turon@cardinalschools.org
Stay on track & finish your senior year strong! ❤️🐾
❄️ No School – Monday, January 26,2026 ❄️
Due to inclement weather and the projected forecast, Cardinal Local Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26th.
Huskies, please stay safe and warm out there! 🐾
🩺 Interested in a career in nursing? 🩺
Middle and high school students are invited to participate in the Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp, an immersive, hands-on experience designed to introduce students to the nursing profession through simulations, skill stations, group activities, and collaborative learning.
📅 Upcoming Sessions:
Grades 6–8
• July 22, 2026 | 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
📝 Registration opens March 22, 2026
Grades 9–12
• March 27, 2026 | Hillcrest Hospital (Registration open)
• April 10, 2026 | West Park Learning Center (Registration open)
• June 26, 2026 | South Pointe Hospital (Registration opens Feb. 26, 2026)
🔗 Students may register for one session.
Learn more and sign up using the link provided by the Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp.
This is a great opportunity to explore healthcare careers and gain real-world exposure to nursing!
Middle and high school students are invited to participate in the Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp, an immersive, hands-on experience designed to introduce students to the nursing profession through simulations, skill stations, group activities, and collaborative learning.
📅 Upcoming Sessions:
Grades 6–8
• July 22, 2026 | 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
📝 Registration opens March 22, 2026
Grades 9–12
• March 27, 2026 | Hillcrest Hospital (Registration open)
• April 10, 2026 | West Park Learning Center (Registration open)
• June 26, 2026 | South Pointe Hospital (Registration opens Feb. 26, 2026)
🔗 Students may register for one session.
Learn more and sign up using the link provided by the Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp.
This is a great opportunity to explore healthcare careers and gain real-world exposure to nursing!
🌌✨ Learning reaches beyond the classroom! ✨🌌
The Geauga County Park District visited our elementary school to share hands-on lessons all about space, planets, constellations, and more with our fifth-grade students. 🚀🪐
A big thank you to the Park District for bringing these engaging experiences to our classrooms and helping spark curiosity about the universe!
The Geauga County Park District visited our elementary school to share hands-on lessons all about space, planets, constellations, and more with our fifth-grade students. 🚀🪐
A big thank you to the Park District for bringing these engaging experiences to our classrooms and helping spark curiosity about the universe!
📣CES: Parent-Teacher Conference Reminder 📣
Don’t forget to schedule your Parent-Teacher Conference for Cardinal Elementary School appointment for Thursday, January 29!
✨ While you’re here, families will also have:
• Representatives available to assist with Title I needs
• An opportunity to walk through the Digital Detox Community Event, focused on helping families learn more about the dangers of social media and connect with community-based activities, organizations, and experiences that encourage everyone to unplug.
📞 To schedule an appointment:
Please contact Karen Retych at 440-632-0261, ext. 2000. ➡️ Appointments must be scheduled by phone; this is the only accepted method.
We look forward to connecting with families and supporting our students together! 🐾
Don’t forget to schedule your Parent-Teacher Conference for Cardinal Elementary School appointment for Thursday, January 29!
✨ While you’re here, families will also have:
• Representatives available to assist with Title I needs
• An opportunity to walk through the Digital Detox Community Event, focused on helping families learn more about the dangers of social media and connect with community-based activities, organizations, and experiences that encourage everyone to unplug.
📞 To schedule an appointment:
Please contact Karen Retych at 440-632-0261, ext. 2000. ➡️ Appointments must be scheduled by phone; this is the only accepted method.
We look forward to connecting with families and supporting our students together! 🐾
During School Board Appreciation Month, we recognize the time, effort, and care our board members give in service to our schools and community. Thank you for your continued support of student learning.
📣 Attention Sophomores! 📣
Don’t forget—tomorrow you’ll be attending Auburn Career Center!
While there, you’ll explore career-focused programs, meet future instructors, and experience Auburn’s hands-on learning environment.
✅ Be sure your signed permission slip from a parent/guardian has been turned in.
👨👩👧 Family Open House Reminder:
Families are encouraged to join Auburn tomorrow evening from 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Tour labs, learn about offered programs, meet staff and business partners, ask questions about transportation and outcomes, and apply on-site!
We’re excited for you to explore all the opportunities Auburn has to offer!
Don’t forget—tomorrow you’ll be attending Auburn Career Center!
While there, you’ll explore career-focused programs, meet future instructors, and experience Auburn’s hands-on learning environment.
✅ Be sure your signed permission slip from a parent/guardian has been turned in.
👨👩👧 Family Open House Reminder:
Families are encouraged to join Auburn tomorrow evening from 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Tour labs, learn about offered programs, meet staff and business partners, ask questions about transportation and outcomes, and apply on-site!
We’re excited for you to explore all the opportunities Auburn has to offer!
📚 No School – Teacher Record Day 📚
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! 🐾✨
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! 🐾✨
🎥🏀 GTV Live Stream Schedule – This Week’s Sporting Events 🏀🎥
Can’t make it to the game? Catch all the action live with GTV! Tune in to this week’s Cardinal sporting events using the links below and support our student-athletes from anywhere.
• JV/Varsity Girls Basketball 1/19 - https://boxcast.tv/view/maplewood-cardinal-girls-basketball-cxafv4hwswlfwkl8jqyr
• JV/Varsity Boys Basketball 1/20 - https://boxcast.tv/view/maplewood-cardinal-boys-basketball-ophfuncn2qmvjcbmkgbi
• Wrestling 1/22 - https://boxcast.tv/view/cardinal-wrestling-at-chagrin-falls-qqxw2twnjnmmpjxrfvy4
Thank you for supporting Cardinal Athletics—Go Huskies! ❤️🖤
📅 No School – Martin Luther King Jr. Day 📅
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.
📅 No School – Martin Luther King Jr. Day 📅
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! 🏀❤️ Shoutout to our K–2nd Graders and 3rd–8th Grade girls—our future is bright!
💙👔👑 Ties & Tiaras Dance 👑👔💙
Join us for a special evening on February 6th from 6:00–7:30 p.m.!
🎟️ Tickets:
• $10.00 per couple
• $2.00 for each additional person
✨ Invite your dads, brothers, grandfathers, uncles, or any other special person in your life for a fun night of dancing and memories.
📝 Payment & Registration:
Please complete the form and either bring cash or pay via Venmo (@Jordak-PTO). Be sure to include attendees’ names in the Venmo transfer.
🙋🏼♀️ Volunteers Needed:
Parents/guardians interested in helping with the event, please scan the QR code to sign up.
📧 Questions?
Contact PTO President Jen Owens at jmcowens0126@gmail.com
We can’t wait to see everyone there! 💃🏼🕺🏼
Join us for a special evening on February 6th from 6:00–7:30 p.m.!
🎟️ Tickets:
• $10.00 per couple
• $2.00 for each additional person
✨ Invite your dads, brothers, grandfathers, uncles, or any other special person in your life for a fun night of dancing and memories.
📝 Payment & Registration:
Please complete the form and either bring cash or pay via Venmo (@Jordak-PTO). Be sure to include attendees’ names in the Venmo transfer.
🙋🏼♀️ Volunteers Needed:
Parents/guardians interested in helping with the event, please scan the QR code to sign up.
📧 Questions?
Contact PTO President Jen Owens at jmcowens0126@gmail.com
We can’t wait to see everyone there! 💃🏼🕺🏼
⚽🎉 Coming Soon! — Join Us for a Night of Soccer! 🎉⚽
Cardinal families and community members are invited to cheer on the Cleveland Crunch as they take on Red Cedar FC on Friday, January 24! It’s a fun opportunity to come together for an exciting night of soccer.
🎟️ Save 15% on tickets by using promo code EDUCATORS at checkout:
👉🏼 https://am.ticketmaster.com/wolsteincenter/buy/ism/Q0MyNUcy
Make plans to attend, bring your friends and family, and support local soccer — we hope to see you there! ⚽👏🏼
Cardinal families and community members are invited to cheer on the Cleveland Crunch as they take on Red Cedar FC on Friday, January 24! It’s a fun opportunity to come together for an exciting night of soccer.
🎟️ Save 15% on tickets by using promo code EDUCATORS at checkout:
👉🏼 https://am.ticketmaster.com/wolsteincenter/buy/ism/Q0MyNUcy
Make plans to attend, bring your friends and family, and support local soccer — we hope to see you there! ⚽👏🏼
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.
📚✨ Today is the Last Day of the Second Quarter! ✨📚
Students, today marks the end of Quarter 2. Finish strong, turn in any remaining work, and take pride in all you’ve accomplished so far this year.
Great job, Huskies—keep up the hard work! 🐾💪🏼
Students, today marks the end of Quarter 2. Finish strong, turn in any remaining work, and take pride in all you’ve accomplished so far this year.
Great job, Huskies—keep up the hard work! 🐾💪🏼
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. 🐾❤️
