This Week

• Monday, 5/26 - No School Memorial Day
• Wednesday, 5/28 - Field Day
• Friday, 5/30 - Last Day of School
• Friday, 5/30 - 5th Grade Graduation 10:00 AM
• Friday, 5/30 - K-4 End of Year Parties 1:00-1:45 PM
• Friday, 5/30 - Early Release 2:05 Walkers; 2:10 Car Riders/ Bus Riders

As we wrap up another remarkable year at Kinsner Elementary, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you. This year was filled with learning, smiles, and laughter, and I am truly thankful for the dedication and effort our teachers and families put forth.

We witnessed outstanding academic and behavioral gains, a testament to the hard work of our teachers and the resilience of our students. Your support has been invaluable, and I appreciate every contribution made to our school community.

Wishing everyone a warm, safe, and fun-filled summer! We look forward to welcoming you all back in August!

More information will be forthcoming (class lists release date, PTA sponsored events, classroom supplies, etc.). For now, these are just save the dates!

Open House & Supply Drop Off - Grades 1st-5th

• Wednesday, 8/13
• Last Names A-L @ 5:00-6:00 PM
• Last Names M-Z @ 6:00-7:00 PM

First Day of School - Grades 1st-5th

• Monday, 8/18

Kindergarten Orientation

• Monday, 8/18
• Full Day Kindergarten - Last Name A-L: 9:30-11:30 AM
• Full Day Kindergarten - Last Names M-Z: 1:00-3:00 PM
• Full Day Kindergarten - Do NOT bring supplies today (see Open House on 8/25)
• Half Day Kindergarten - 1:00-3:00 PM Half Day K (PM only session at Kinsner)
• Half Day Kindergarten - MAY bring supplies today

First Day of School for All Kindergarten

• Tuesday, 8/19
• Full Day Kindergarten - Participates in the Connection Program where they will rotate teachers the first week of school. We do this to meet the kids and their learning needs. The intention is to create equitable class lists. They'll have a homeroom teacher assigned for the start of Monday, 8/25. They'll spend the day with them followed by an Open House for families to meet the teachers and formally drop off supplies.
• Half Day Kindergarten - Does not participate in Connections Program, as they have an assigned teacher (we only have one HDK option). They'll be with their homeroom teacher starting the first day of school.

Kindergarten Open House

• Monday, 8/25
• Full Day Kindergarten - Last Name A-L: 5:00-6:00 PM
• Full Day Kindergarten - Last Names M-Z: 6:00-7:00 PM
• Full Day Kindergarten - MAY bring supplies this evening
• Half-Day Kindergarten - All HDK Families 6:00-7:00 PM

As we approach the final day of school on Friday, May 30th, excitement fills the air at Kinsner Elementary! To celebrate the end of a fantastic school year, our wonderful PTA will be serving delicious pizzas for K-4 students. This special meal will be enjoyed in the classrooms to accommodate our 5th-grade graduation ceremony, making it a day to remember for everyone.

Lunch and Recess Schedule for Friday, 5/30:

• Kindergarten:
  • 10:30 AM - Recess
  • 11:00 AM - Lunch
• 1st Grade:
  • 11:30 AM - Lunch
  • 12:00 PM - Recess
• 2nd Grade:
  • 12:00 PM - Lunch
  • 12:30 PM - Recess
• 3rd Grade:
  • 11:00 AM - Lunch
  • 11:30 AM - Recess
• 4th Grade:
  • 11:00 AM - Recess
  • 11:30 AM - Lunch
• 5th Grade:
• 5th Graders released after the Graduation Ceremony / Clap Out (11:30 AM)

The much-anticipated 5th Grade Graduation Ceremony will take place from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, marking a significant milestone for our students as they prepare to transition to middle school. Following the ceremony, our graduates will participate in a heartfelt "clap out," a cherished tradition where they will walk through the school one last time. After the "clap out," the 5th graders will be dismissed to their families, culminating this important day with a joyful celebration of their accomplishments.

End of Year Parties for grades K-4 will take place from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM, allowing students to celebrate their achievements and create lasting memories with their classmates.

In addition to our celebration, Strongsville City Schools will implement an early release for K-4 students. Walkers will be dismissed at 2:05 PM, followed by car and bus riders starting at 2:10 PM.

As we wrap up this school year, we want to take a moment to thank everyone for their hard work, dedication, and support throughout the year. It has been a wonderful journey, and we are grateful for the contributions of our teachers, staff, students, and families.

We wish everyone a fun, happy, and safe summer! Thank you for an incredible year at Kinsner Elementary, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for another amazing year ahead!

On Wednesday, May 21st, Kinsner teachers, students, and staff came together to celebrate our seniors with a heartfelt Senior Clap Out! Lining the hallways, they gave the graduating class a thunderous round of applause as they made their final walk through the school. This special moment allowed seniors to reconnect with beloved former teachers and revisit familiar spaces one last time. The vibrant enthusiasm and overwhelming support from our school community created an unforgettable experience that deeply touched our seniors. We are so proud of their achievements and wish each of them the very best in all their future endeavors!

Congratulations to Nurse Tina Desh on being the 2024-25 Kinsner PTA "Helping Hand" Award Winner! Congratulations to Mrs. Emily Weir on being the 2024-25 Kinsner PTA "T in PTA" Award Winner!

I would like to take a moment to express our gratitude to Chris Canning as she prepares for her retirement. Over the years at Strongsville City Schools, Chris has made a tremendous impact on our youngest learners. Her bubbly personality and kind nature have created a warm and welcoming environment for all.

Chris has provided both structure and compassion, guiding our students with patience and love. Her dedication to teaching has inspired many and will be greatly missed. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors. Thank you, Chris, for everything you have done for our school community!

Here is a link to a recording from our Middle School Sneak Peek.

Thank you to Kinsner PTA volunteers, families, students and staff for another successful Annual Fun Run! Friday, May 16th turned out to be a hot and beautiful day.

Kinsner PTA would like to thank all the families and friends who donated an amazing $5,391 to support the PBIS program and future Kinsner PTA programming. The recognition banner was completely filled with shoes, and students were all smiles as they added their names and showed their families. Attendees generously donated about three shopping carts full of groceries to the Strongsville Emergency Food Bank at a value of nearly $1,000!! Students had a fantastic time running through the color-themed obstacle course and creating special memories with their classmates, families, teachers and friends. The event would not be possible without the support of PTA volunteers, so thank you again for all of your planning, energy, enthusiasm and support!

A sampling of Fun Run photos can be found here: https://drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/1-XdlKYhTAmHI6bD7md_PpkZiEumxmnlq

We are thrilled to announce that Kinsner Elementary will soon be receiving bike racks for both the front and back of the school! This initiative is a result of the hard work and leadership displayed by four dedicated 5th graders—Cora, Harmony, Christopher, and Arjun.

They recently met with Superintendent Dr. Ryba and Principal Mr. Marconi to advocate for this important policy change. We extend our gratitude to our students for their commitment to improving the environment for incoming students.

2025-2026 Handbook Updates

SKATEBOARDS, SCOOTERS, and ROLLERBLADES

If your student is not returning to Kinsner or will not be attending the Middle School next year, please contact Mrs. Marconi at 440-268-5400. Withdrawal paperwork will need to be completed prior to the end of the school year.

C’s the Day Kindness Camp (June 9-13)

C’s the Day Kindness Camp - from June 9-13 - is open to kids in grades 1-7. This camp inspires caring, service, creativity, and confidence and strives to motivate kids toward personal wellness, healthy habits, and the spread of kindness. All campers receive a t-shirt with their registration. Camp Director is Margaret Bosela Klinzing. Questions? Contact us at mbosela14@gmail.com Click HERE to register for this upcoming camp.

SCS FINANCIAL FAST FACTS VIDEO
As part of the District's Strategic Plan our Treasurer, George Anagnostou, has been releasing monthly Financial Fast Facts.

Click HERE to view this month’s Financial Fast Facts video, explaining the annual Cupp Report from Ohio’s Department of Education and Workforce, and how Strongsville compares to surrounding school districts. The Cupp Report can be found HERE.

Please note that we’ve had to change the date of the Sixth Grade Orientation from Wednesday, August 13 to Monday, August 11.

Summer Job Opportunity for Students!

The Technology Department is hiring two Summer Student Techs for the 2025 season!

Dates: June 2 – July 31, 2025 Schedule: Monday–Thursday | ~20 hours/week (flexible) Pay Rate: $15.31/hour

Join our tech team and get hands-on experience supporting district technology! Duties include:

• Assisting with Chromebooks, desktops, and classroom devices

• Helping maintain projectors, sound systems, and MakerSpace gear

• Prepping tech for the 2025–26 school year

• Keeping equipment clean and ready for action

• And more!
  
  

Applicants must be 16+ (work permit required if applicable). Interested? Contact Human Resources at 440-572-7038 to learn more or apply today!

Kinsner 5th Grade Recognition Sign-up (click)

We are excited to invite kids in grades 1-8 to join our Cheer Camp on June 24th, 2025, from 9 AM to 11 AM. This camp will feature coaching instruction from our current SHS cheerleaders and coaches, providing a fantastic opportunity for the kids to learn and grow.

Participants will have the chance to perform their cheers at a home football game, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved.