🎭 It's National Arts in Education Week! Arts education goes beyond fostering creativity—it enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills, equipping students with the tools they need for success in an ever-evolving world. At MCS, we are grateful to have thriving fine /performing arts programs that enrich our student's learning experience and help prepare them for life outside the classroom.
September is Attendance Awareness Month! 🌟 Did you know that consistent attendance is key to student success? This month, we're focusing on the importance of showing up every day, building strong routines, and staying engaged. Together, let's make every day count!
Congratulations to MHS teachers Katie Lay & Sioban Tirado for another excellent year of honoring those we lost on September 11, 2001. First responders, staff, & students carried a name card of someone lost on that day as they climbed & rang the bell when the event was completed.
On Friday, the Board of Education staff wore their "Be Like Brad" shirts in memory of Brad Myers. The shirts were sold as a fundraiser to support the Jansen Myers Child Abuse Foundation. 💙
Join the Miamisburg Band Boosters at The Avalons concert on Sunday, September 5th at the Memorial Building. 100% of the proceeds benefit the Miiamisburg Band Program!
HALFTIME UPDATE: Viking Football is dominating with a 34-0 lead over Ponitz Career Tech! 💪🔥 Let's keep up the momentum, Vikings!
Don't miss the MHS Soccer Youth Night on Saturday, September 7th. Come support our soccer teams!
Miamisburg students are making strides with Sinclair Community College! Highlights from our 2023-2024 partnership include 2,079 students exploring careers, $213,000 in potential Tech Prep scholarships, and personalized advising helping 430 students on their path to success. We’re committed to providing valuable opportunities that prepare our students for college and beyond! 📚
Miamisburg Band Boosters Present....
Maddux-Lang Preschool Staff proudly wore their "Be Like Brad" shirts on Friday in memory of Brad Myers. 💔💙
Miamisburg Middle School Staff wore their "Be Like Brad" shirts on Friday in memory of Brad Myers. 💙💔
Medlar View Staff wore their "Be Like Brad" shirts on Friday in memory of Brad Myers. 💙💔
Brittani Lipinski and Nikki Johnson wore their "Be Like Brad" shirts to represent Student Services! 💔
MHS Nutrition Services employees are wearing their "Be Like Brad' shirts. 💔
Miamisburg City School employees are honoring Brad Myers today. Brad was a great employee and an even better man. He will be missed. Pictured are MHS employees wearing "Be Like Brad" shirts.💔
Don’t forget to apply for free and reduced meals through the National School Lunch Program! We encourage all families regardless of income to apply for these benefits to ensure all who are eligible have access to free or reduced prices.
Apply today and give your child a healthy start to their school day! 🥪🍎 https://www.miamisburgcityschools.org/o/ns
We’re excited to share the latest updates on staff transitions within our district:
- Alison Masters, previously the Kinder Behavioral Health and Wellness Coordinator, has been named Special Education Supervisor.
- Lindsay Green, formerly with Greene County ESC, will now serve as our Behavioral Health and Wellness Coordinator.
- Michele Leber has joined us as a Lead Teacher for Kinder and will also support other elementary buildings.
- Starting in October, Lindsay Dafler will be the new Administrative Assistant at Kinder Elementary, replacing Jennifer Coppock who will move to the Board of Education Offices as the Administrative Assistant to Director of Student Services, Katy Lucas.
- Amy Robinson will also begin in October as the new Administrative Assistant at Medlar View Elementary, taking over from Regina Wall, who will assume the role of Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent.
- Mary Ann Lawson and Brenda Hibberd will both retire at the end of the year, each with 30 years of dedicated service. Mary Ann has been a building secretary, District Receptionist and has been Administrative Assistant for the Director of Student Services since 2001. Brenda has served in many District roles and has been Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent since 2014. Congratulations to you both!
Please join us in congratulating and thanking these wonderful individuals for their contributions and service to our district!
Dine to Donate to support the Miamisburg Band at BJ's tonight!
"As we enter the 4th year of our strategic plan, we’re excited to share our goals for the 2024-2025 school year. Here’s what we’re focusing on under Teaching, Learning and Student Ownership:
Grade-Banded Instruction: Tailoring learning experiences for K-2 and 3-5 to better meet student needs.
Vision of a Viking Exemplars: Defining and auditing our core exemplars to ensure alignment with our vision.
Instructional Materials Review Committee: Evaluating and updating our instructional materials to enhance learning.
Peer Observation: Encouraging the sharing of best practices through peer observations.
Increased Engagement: Boosting student and parent involvement in conferences.
Student Voice and Choice: Expanding opportunities for students to have a say in their learning.
Career Education Expansion: Enhancing career exploration opportunities for K-12 students.
We’re committed to continuous improvement and are excited for the progress this year will bring. Stay tuned for more updates! 🚀📚
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The Miamisburg City School District would like to give a HUGE shout out to the Ohio Department of Transportation District 8 Construction group for donating 15 boxes of books . Kinder students earn the opportunity for one at the Kinder Book Vending Machine! Thank you! 💙
