The Cleveland Schools Board of Education met in March to discuss key items impacting our students, staff, and facilities. Here’s a summary of the highlights:

Key Approvals & Decisions

✅ Student Transfer Capacity – The board approved the district’s transfer capacity for the quarter. Families can stay updated on available transfer spots at this link.

✅ School Calendar Updates – Adjustments were made to the 2024-25 school calendar, particularly regarding snow days. The 2025-26 school calendar was also finalized. Check out this link on our website for the full calendar updates!

✅ Staff Paid Time Off – May 13, 2025, was approved as a paid day off for applicable nine-month employees, following a scheduled Distance Learning day on May 12.

✅ Bond Sale Plans – The final phase of the 2016 Tiger Vision bond will be sold, and the district will begin issuing bonds for 2025. The public bond sale will take place on April 7 at 7 AM, with a special board meeting scheduled for April 30 at noon.

✅ Contracts & Agreements – The board approved agreements with:

• Bailee Green, for artwork at the stadium
• Jeff Veley Productions, for the “Bro. Be Nice.” student campaign

✅ Major Purchases – Approved expenditures included:

• $117,000 for new grass at the stadium
• $21,000 for concrete at the Ag Barn
• $25,000 for local beef, funded through a food service grant – expect fresh-grilled burgers on the menu soon!

District Updates & Announcements

📌 Flexible Learning for Elementary Students – Starting next year, qualifying elementary students with strong attendance and academic standing will have the option to participate in a blended learning program.

📌 Half-Day Pre-K Enrollment – Currently, 4 out of 36 families have chosen this option.

📌 CHS Course Enrollment Commercials – The high school is showcasing its diverse coursework with student-produced commercials highlighting vocational trades, hands-on technology, and arts programs. Watch them on Facebook each evening till March 15th. Or see the videos on our blog posts before this.

📌 Vo-Ag & Stadium Upgrades –

• The Ag Campus is undergoing improvements, including new concrete, gravel drives, fencing, and concession stand upgrades.
• The stadium is preparing for major renovations, including bleacher removal and a new playing surface after soccer season.

Looking Ahead

Superintendent [Name] emphasized the importance of quality instruction and student engagement, reminding staff that “What we do for 158 days matters. How we do it makes the difference.”

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue working to provide the best educational experience for our students!