After reading some of the posted comments and listening to fellow community members, I encourage all of you to visit this site: www.bestwapakschools.com. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, however, please visit this site and read about the issue. The money from the state is not recycled tax money, but rather money from the tobacco settlement. This is money we will NOT have to pay back. All three of our elementary schools went through a 24 item Ohio School Facilities Commission Assessment Evaluation. All three of our elementary schools failed. If the cost to renovate a building is more than two-thirds, or 67%, of what it would cost to build new, the state calls for the district to build new. In order to have the state as a partner and receive state funds, the district has to follow the state guidelines.

Cridersville School was built in 1939, with additions in 1954 and 1958. Cenntennial was built in 1948 and received changes in 1962 and 1990. Northridge was built in 1967. Even since the newest building, Northridge, was constructed, so much has changed as to what is needed to shape future education facilities. These needs include security, learning spaces, technology, community accessibility, sustainability, functionality, adaptive usability, flexibility, indoor environmental quality and school size.

Please be looking for a mailing to be coming home in the next few weeks. It will include answers to many of the questions you have. Again, if you have additional questions, don't hesitate to call Mr. Horner. He will be happy to speak with you.

so much happening at Cridersville!

So much has been happening at Cridersville School!

This week, the PTO kicked off our annual Fall Fundraiser with

an assembly on Tuesday. Seirs and Kyleigh were dressed up in

some of the great prizes you can win.

Mrs. Laise got into the giggle ball, another great prize.

Our Book Fair kicked off at Open House which was held on Tuesday evening.

We want to thank all of you who came out to visit our school!
Peyton and Dakota stopped to pose for the camera at the Book Fair on Wednesday.

Here is photo of Derrick and Cameron, peeking over the book fair shelves.

skating party

The PTO hosted the first skating party of the year on Monday. We had an incredible turnout of about 50 kids! Many parents also came to Edgewood to brave the skating rink. The next skating party will be on Monday, October 8th.





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we made it!

Whew! We made it through the first week of school. The kindergartners are really starting their first full week today, but nonetheless, we have made it.

As the temperatures remain warm, the students seem to be in great spirits. Even though some students complain about having to leave their summer vacation behind, everyone is happy to be back with their friends. Classmates have changed, your teacher is different but the spirit of Cridersville School is in full swing.

Welcome to the 2007-2008 Cridersville Elementary School Year !

news!

Our school district made an announcement yesterday and we wanted to share it with our readers.

Please click here to read more about the news. We are excited about the opportunity for growth in our school district.

Why PTOs Are Important

Joining the PTO is a great way to learn about your child's school and to meet other parents. But being an active member does so much more. Decades of studies have shown that children whose parents are involved in their education have higher grades and are more likely to graduate than those whose parents aren't involved. They have better attendance, are more motivated, have higher self-esteem and are less likely to use drugs and alcohol or engage in violent behavior. When it comes to academic achievement, parent involvement is more critical than income, education level or cultural background.

There's a payoff for parents and schools, too. Involved parents tend to feel self-confident and in control. They meet new people, which strengthens and expands their social networks. They become better educated about child development and they tend to have positive rapport with the school. Teacher morale increases and schools become stronger.

Being involved with your child's education doesn't begin and end in the school, of course. Parents need to show interest in their children's learning, read to them and help with homework. But there's something about going into the classroom to help the teacher, or making posters for Science Night, or volunteering to help at the Santa Store, Book Fairs or Carnival that tightens the relationship between home and school for everyone--parents, children and teachers. When enough parents join the PTO and put their collective creativity, talents, skills and resources toward the same objective, they're capable of just about anything. Starting with nothing, PTOs can create carnivals and family nights, conjure programs and performances and buy equipment and supplies that make teaching easier or more interesting and school more fun. PTOs help kids pay for field trips and throw their organizing power behind campaigns to support our districts' schools. Being involved in your child's PTO can be an experience of a lifetime.

Please consider joining the Cridersville PTO. Look for information to be coming home once school starts in the fall. If you have questions before that, please contact us at cvillepto@yahoo.com . Until then, enjoy your summer with your families.

Fourth Grade Recognition

Our fourth graders were recognized on Monday, May 21. We wish all of them luck as they leave Cridersville and get ready to enter the Middle School next fall.

Here is fourth grader Courtney with her Mom and Dad.


As you can see, we not only have a dedicated staff, but one with humor. Please visit our photo page link to see all of the photos.

Field Day

Mrs. Black put together an Aloha! Field Day this year. The weather was great and everyone had a good time. The first picture here is one of Mrs. Black and Mr. Laise having some fun at the end of a long day. Be sure to check out all the pictures from the day at our photo page.



I caught up with Mrs. Davis' and Mrs. Schumaker's first graders at the ice cream station. YUM!



Here is one of our students trying his luck at the Kayak Cruisers station.

Boonshoft Museum of Discovery

The fourth graders went to the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery in Dayton on Tuesday, May 15. There are many hands-on activities to experience there. The 4th grade classes seemed to have a great time. Be sure to see all of the photos from the trip at the photo page link.

Staff Appreciation

The week of May 7-11 is Teacher and Staff Appreciation week. The PTO would like to say thanks to all of the teachers and staff for everything you do for our children, the students, of Cridersville Elementary School.

I have posted a video that was sung by Mrs. Katterheinrich's fourth grade class. They were in music class working on this song. A student named Courtney came and found me, a member of PTO and substitute teacher in the building, and asked if they could sing this song for me. I would like to personally thank the students of Mrs. K's class for thinking of me and making my day! However, I am sharing this with all the teachers and staff so that they all know that they are appreciated. Thanks for all you do!

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bowling

Mrs. Black is taking all of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th graders on a field trip to Astro Lanes. Bowling is one of the activities taught in Physical Education. Not only is bowling a lifelong sport, it also involves math skills and social interaction. Some classes go bowling Monday and the remaining classes go on Wednesday. Check out some photos on the PTO photo page.



Lucas and Jacob take a break for a picture.



Logan and Jacob enjoy the morning.

COSI

On Tuesday, May 5th, COSI on Wheels came to our school. The theme this year was Agricultural Adventures. The students enjoyed milking Daisy the cow, planting "seeds", testing the pH of different soils, grinding wheat into flour, checking out farm animal organs, sorting food into the different food groups, managing a farm and so much more.

PTO would like to thank you for your continued support. Without it, we wouldn't be able to bring such great things such as COSI to Cridersville. Be sure to check out all of the photos by clicking on the PTO photo page link.



Mrs. Doll is showing off the cow's stomach.



Courtney is milking Daisy.



Hannah and Emma seem to enjoy spending time with Daisy, too.

KG & Pre 1st Field Trip

Mrs. Shenk, Ms. Schlenker and Mrs. Baker took their classes to Kendricks Woods on May 4th to spend some time taking in nature. Guided tours were given to all of the students. They were able to try their luck at catching something in the pond as well as enjoy their lunches outside. After leaving Kendricks Woods, they ventured to Dairy Queen to eat some ice cream. Thank you to all the parent volunteers who went with the students on their field trip.

Be sure to click on the PTO photo page to see all of the photos from the day.