Chagrin Falls - Exempted Village Schools

Dear Chagrin Families, I am writing to inform you of an important change to our school calendar. School will be closed for all students from preschool through 12th grade on April 8, 2024. The Board passed a resolution to close school for students that will allow students and families to take advantage of a unique and historic opportunity: the viewing of a solar eclipse. Our primary concern is always the safety and well-being of our students and staff. Given that Chagrin Falls will fall within the 124 mile viewing path of the total eclipse, staff members will not report to their respective buildings that day and will use the work day to complete mandated training courses and to catch up on other essential work. We believe this adjustment to the calendar not only ensures the District is doing its part to support student and staff safety, but offers the opportunity of time for staff to complete mandated training courses and a chance for all members of our school district to witness and learn from this extraordinary event together from a location of their choosing. We appreciate your understanding and support in making this day both safe and educational for our entire school community. Best, Jennifer Penczarski, Ed.D.

Chagrin Falls Community Ed will be going LIVE with a new registration system, Fri., Dec. 8 at 2 pm. View tinyurl.com/4f2h4xae for a preview of winter break & winter courses. On Dec. 8, visit tinyurl.com/CFCommunityEd for access to the new system. Thank you!

Due to weather and road conditions, Chagrin Falls Exempted Village Schools will be closed today, Nov 28.

Happy Thanksgiving to our Chagrin Falls Schools' community! We are so grateful for you! #cftogether

Mondays with Maggie! Learn more about CFHS business teacher Mr. John Bakalar and the new CFHS Spirit Store, The Tiger's Den, in this week's episode with Maggie! https://youtu.be/EIJLrZhzK40

Please support a local family this holiday season! Participate in Interact Club's Sponsor-A-Family gift collection. https://www.wejoinin.com/sheets/sfucf. #cftogether

Gurney teacher Sandra Goodin won this week's "AI in Action" contest & premium parking spot! The weekly contest encourages teachers to use AI in class. Sandra took full advantage of her spot during this rainy day! Congrats on modeling innovative teaching! #cftogether

Today is National School Substitute Teacher Day! We celebrate and thank our incredible substitute teachers who step in when our regular teachers are out. We appreciate the vital role you play in educating and caring for our students. Your flexibility and commitment allows learning to continue and classrooms to keep running smoothly when teachers are away. Substitute teachers take on new assignments at a moment’s notice and make a positive impact everyday. Thank you for sharing your time and talents with us!

A great opportunity to join our team! Gurney Elementary School is looking for a building aide and transportation aide. Please contact christopher.woofter@chagrinschools.org if you or someone you know might be interested! #cftogether

Here is the link to tonight's Chagrin Falls Board of Education meeting: https://bit.ly/CFEVSBOENOV23

Chagrin Falls High School baseball team presents Breakfast with Santa! Saturday, 12/9 at 9 am and 11 am. https://5il.co/28ypg

Please enjoy the November Orchestra Newsletter! Be sure to scroll down to the bottom to see some great pictures from our high school orchestra concert at Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music on Friday, November 3rd! Concert season is just around the corner. The students are excited to perform for family and friends. The concert dates are listed in the newsletter and information will be sent home soon. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P9bq2rajoPO3TZ7ISp1Mt1H92AyT3Tvb/view

Great article about our Gurney Service Learning Club! https://www.cleveland.com/news/2023/11/chagrin-falls-gurney-elementary-meets-with-air-force-veteran-to-commence-wreaths-across-america-project.html

The passion of our teachers makes a difference! This Ohio Public Education Appreciation Week, we celebrate our educators guiding the students of Chagrin Falls to succeed. #cftogether

Our school community is grateful to all who have served our nation. Your courage and selflessness is an inspiration. #cftogether

CF Together, We Honor: Gurney students heard a story from CF alum, grandfather, former BOE member for Veterans Day! Thank you, Jack Schron, for your service & continued support of our community! You are a treasure!🇺🇸#CFTogether https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FODCbGOopFU&t=1s

A great news story on our CFHS student, Shlok Bhattacharya. https://www.news5cleveland.com/a-better-land/local-high-school-student-develops-app-to-help-young-people-battle-mental-illness

Chagrin Volleyball Thanksgiving Taco Tuesday Fundraiser . . . pre-order here: https://form.jotform.com/222932940015147

Community Education & Chagrin Falls Ski Club 2024 registration opens Tuesday, November 7th, at 5pm. To get started, visit https://tinyurl.com/CFCommunityEd and look under Ski Club on the right. Questions? debs.wilkinson@chagrinschools.org

A wonderful article written by CFMS Tiger Tales reporter, Charlie Bird, on the Kick-It charitable kickball event and fundraiser. #cftogether https://cfevstigertales.com/6470/news/kicking-it-for-a-cause/