
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.


REMINDER!!! - Join us at Jersey Mike's TONIGHT February 25th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM for our fundraising event to help send our 8th graders on their annual trip!
📍 Location: [14950 Springdale Ave. Middlefield, OH 44062]
💥 20% of all sales during this time will go directly toward funding the trip! 💥
At checkout, mention that you are supporting "Cardinal's Spirit Night." Enjoy a delicious meal and support a great cause – it’s a win-win! 🥪 This also works when ordering online or the app! - Be sure to click "add special instructions" on the subtotal page and type in "Cardinal Spirit Night."
Bring your friends, family, and appetite – and don't forget to spread the word! ❤️


This past Saturday, several of our talented 4th & 5th graders competed in the Greater Cleveland Council of Teachers of Mathematics (GCCTM) Problem Solving Tournament at James A. Garfield Elementary! 🧠💡
👏 A huge congratulations to our 4th Grade team: Maddy Grover, Jaxson McCarthy, and Daisy Novotny for earning a ribbon! 🏅
👏 Our 5th Grade teams also shined bright! Congratulations to:
Savannah Loving, Jackie Coon, and Gabby Wertz for their BLUE ribbon! 🎖️
Christin Bryant, Samuel Skytta, Jesse Shrock, and Jaxon Sloane for their RED ribbon! 🎖️
We are so proud of all their hard work and dedication! 🌟 Keep shining, problem solvers! #MathWizards #GCCTM #FutureProblemSolvers

📚 Get Ready for "Right to Read Week!" 📚
Families of Cardinal Elementary School students, it’s time to get excited for Right to Read Week! 🎉 Throughout the week, we’ll have fun dress-up days and plenty of book videos to dive into even more exciting stories and books! 📖✨
Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate reading in the most fun way possible!


🌟 A Huge Thank You to Shannan Jursa - State Farm Agent! 🌟
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Shannan Jursa, for her generous donation of PBIS awards and items earlier this month! 🎁✨
Your kindness will make a BIG difference for our Cardinal Elementary School students. We are so excited to see them enjoy and benefit from these wonderful items as they continue to shine in their efforts! 🌟📚
Thank you for your unwavering support and for helping us recognize and reward the hard work and positive behavior of our students. You’re making our community stronger!


Congratulations to the Cardinal Lady Huskies Basketball Team!
It was a hard fought game against Warren JFK in the district championship game! We are so proud of all of you! ❤️


The girls' basketball team is getting ready to take on Warren JFK in the district championship game! 🏀🐾


🍁🌳 Celebrate Maple Season! 🌳🍁
Join us TOMORROW from 12 PM to 4 PM for Sap's-a-Risin' at Swine Creek Reservation!🌿 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! 🍃


Attention students entering 7th - 12th grade next year and their parents. You are eligible to take College Credit Plus (CCP) classes next year. There is an informational meeting for parents and students about CCP this Monday, February 24th. Representatives from Lakeland, Hiram, and Kent State will be there. This meeting will take place at 6:00PM in the Cardinal Jr/Sr High School choir room.

🎉 Preschool Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year is OPEN! 🎉
Secure your child’s spot today with the ESC! Don’t miss the opportunity to give your little one a strong foundation for their educational journey. 🌟
Register now for an engaging, supportive, and fun learning experience!
👉 Visit [https://www.esc-lc.org/PreschoolEarlyChildhood.aspx] to register now!


Attention:
There will be no transportation for Bus #10 tomorrow, Friday, February 21st (AM/PM routes). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Thank you for your understanding.

📅 Don’t Forget! Conferences are a Week Away!
📍 Cardinal Elementary School: Call Karen Retych at 440-632-0261 ext. 2000 to schedule.
📍 Jr./Sr. High: Schedule your conference using the link below:
https://signup.com/go/EBTBJfV
🗣️ Mark your calendars and make sure to book your spot!


🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce that our High School has earned the "Momentum Award" from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce! 🏆 This recognition celebrates our significant improvement in growth and achievement on the Ohio School Report Cards for the 2023-2024 school year. 📈
A huge congratulations to our dedicated students, staff, and community for their hard work and commitment to excellence! 🌟 This is just the beginning – let's keep reaching for new heights! 🙌



FREE Community Easter Egg Hunt and Open Gym at EmethGym located at 14999 White Rd. Middlefield, OH 44062 on Friday, April 18th -
Time: 3 sessions
9:00 – 10:00 am
2:00 – 3:00 pm
3:30 – 4:30 pm
Free Event: Pre-registration is required for open gym.
Rain or Shine. Our 12,000 sq. ft. gym has plenty of space for eggs in case of bad weather!Each one hour session is split between egg hunting and open gym play time supervised by our coaches. https://emethgym.com/community-easter-egg-hunt-and-open-gym/

🏀🤼♂️ Get Ready for the Tournament Time! 🏀🤼♂️
The action is heating up this week and weekend! Don’t miss out on the excitement—secure your tickets for basketball and wrestling tournaments now at OHSAA.org. 🎟️
🏆 Be there to cheer on your team to victory!


🌟 Support Our 8th Grade Trip! 🌟
Join us at Jersey Mike's on February 25th AND April 1st from 5:00 - 7:00 PM for a fundraising event to help send our 8th graders on their annual trip! 🎒✈️
💥 20% of all sales during this time will go directly toward funding the trip! 💥
Enjoy a delicious meal and support a great cause – it’s a win-win! 🥪❤️
📍 Location: [14950 Springdale Ave. Middlefield, OH 44062] 📅 Dates: February 25th & April 1st, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Bring your friends, family, and appetite – and don't forget to spread the word! 📢


🎉 Big Congrats to Our Talented Writers! ✍️
We’re excited to announce that several of our Jr./Sr. High School students have been chosen for publication in the "Fright Club" writing contest by Young Writers! 📚🖤
👏 Huge shoutout to Bri Lew, Laney Schamberg, Sydney Portman, Alexa Pfeiffer, Brooke Baker, Meranda Gullett, and Natalie Hardin for their creative and spooky stories! We couldn’t be prouder! 🌟
