Greetings Ranger Families,
This weekend we will be springing forward, and although we will be losing an hour of sleep, the energy and excitement at North is palpable! As we all know, we have implemented a number of changes over the course of the last 18 months, and will continue to do so! Our goal is to produce future ready graduates. In order to do this, we have to provide more authentic, deeper learning experiences infused with the Portrait of a Graduate Competencies. Students and teachers are collaborating and brainstorming ways we can increase agency and autonomy, and make school the exciting, awe inspiring place it was on the first day of kindergarten!
If you would like to learn more about all the wonderful changes happening in our district, please plan to attend the State of the Schools Address and Portrait of a Graduate Showcase Thursday, March 13th, from 5:30-7:30 at North High School! Our Superintendent Dr. Ward, will share our vision for what school can be - and how we are on our way to becoming the premiere school district in the area. As a parent, community member, and staff member, I am proud of our school district. We are asking the right questions, and doing the right work - come see for yourself!
I will be sending out an email blast every two weeks with information about upcoming events, class info, Booster info, etc. I hope you find this information useful. If at any time you want additional information, please refer to our school website HERE.
Sincerely,
Eric Frei
Principal
440-975-3692
On Tuesday, March 11th we will be offering all JUNIORS the opportunity to participate in the ACT Exam at North High School. All JUNIORS are to report to their assigned testing location by 7:45 am. When entering their testing room, they are to locate their assigned seat and remain seated until given further instructions.
The ACT Exam has 4 tested areas; English, Mathematics, Reading and Science. The exam will take approximately three and a half hours. Once the exam is finished, students will be dismissed for lunch.
Students have begun class registration for the 25-26 school year. Counselors will meet with the students individually in their math classes over the next month. Students will have an opportunity to check their credits, discuss their graduation requirements, and make goals and plans with their counselors. If students have any questions, please have them bring those questions to their counselors during their individual meetings. Counselors will be out of their offices for a significant amount of time over the next few weeks and it will be hard to see them in their offices during this time. Please email with any questions you may have.
There are many new courses and opportunities for our students next year! To read about our new offers, please click on the following links. More information is also available in the High School Program of Studies and Planning Guide.
This is a short slide show that we will be showing the students before we schedule with them.
Class Selection and Scheduling for 2025-2026
College Credit Plus
Please check out our resources for College Credit Plus (CCP) on the North Guidance schoology page and the North Website. If your students would like to participate in the program, they can pick up a CCP checklist and information about the program in the guidance office as well. All students that did not attend the meeting are encouraged to reach out to their counselor at their home school. Intent to Participate form is due April 1, 2025.
Seniors:
Seniors received information on how to apply for colleges, and a ton of great information that will help with planning for after graduation. Videos and more links are on schoology. Seniors are encouraged to meet with their counselors about how to prepare for college
Upcoming events:
Career Expo for juniors and Seniors - March 19th
If your company or organization would like more information please contact Kirsten.Vaughan@weschools.org or 440 975-3667.
If you would be interested in participating, please read the Invite letter and RSVP through the Google Form. North High Career Fair Invitation Letter
Mrs. Gallucci Last Names A-D jennifer.gallucci@weschools.org
Mrs. Vaughan Last Names E-K kirsten.vaughan@weschools.org
Mr. Zenz Last Names L-Q jack.zenz@weschools.org
Mrs. Phillips Last Names RZ lindsay.phillips@weschools.org
Mrs. Ungar Guidance Secretary robin.ungar@weschools.org
All information related to the guidance department can be found HERE.
***Senior Superlative Winners will be announced soon! All winners will need to come to room 208 7th period by March 21, with their counterpart to get a picture for their superlative***
Sport/Club/Event Pictures for the YEARBOOK
Have pictures for your child's sport, club, or Winter Formal that you would like to see highlighted in the yearbook? Please send any photos you have of your season or event as soon as possible! These can be emailed directly to north.yearbook@weschools.org
2025 Yearbooks
2025 yearbooks are currently on sale for $82 for the remainder of the year. Don't forget to pre-order a yearbook in order to ensure your student receives one! We don't have many extras once yearbooks arrive. Jostens also offers to ship yearbooks directly to your home for a shipping fee. Books sent directly home typically arrive before the school receives them.
Yearbooks can be ordered here: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1049546/North-High-School/2019-Yearbook/2018071404223281071/CATALOG_SHOP/?REF=A06405940
CLASS OF 2025 COMMENCEMENT PHOTOGRAPHS
***No picture taking is allowed during the ceremony***
Cirino Photography, our official commencement photographer, will be taking photos before, during and after the ceremony.
The images taken will all be available online within approximately 5 business days and will be active for 30 days.
Please click on the link below and then hit SUBSCRIBE
https://my.photoday.com/gallery/eastlake-north-commencemen
Or you may also Text the code CPNORTH25 to 90738 and receive gallery communications via text message
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Cirino Photography at 440 953-8200
NORTH ATHLETICS WEBSITE: https://rangernation.org/
ALL ATHLETES must be registered on Final Forms and have a current physical on file in order to participate in a sport. Please see link to register for Final Forms:
https://willoughbyeastlake-oh.finalforms.com/
PARTICIPATION FEES for spring sports are due April 4th and can be paid online on Final Forms or in the athletic office. All sports fees are $125. Any student athlete qualifying for reduced fees must pay their fee in the athletic office by cash or check made payable to North Athletics. Reduced fees are as follows: $55 for those qualifying for free lunch and $85 for those qualifying for reduced lunch. If you need more time, please contact the athletic office.
ELIGIBILITY:
The end of the quarter is March 18th. As a reminder, you must be passing 5, or the equivalent to 5 high school credits to be eligible to participate in a spring sport. Contact your guidance counselor or the athletic department if you have any questions.
Cirino Winter Sports Photos
Great News - Winter Sports photos have been uploaded in the online galleries and It is now time to view and order your players photos. Cirino Photography has released the Online Viewing/Ordering Gallery - Here is the online photo gallery link you can view and place your orders here and the orders will ship right to your house: https://my.photoday.com/gallery/north-winter-sports-2 You will need your students first name, last name and student ID number exactly as it appears in Power School to log in - if you have any questions Cirino Photography is here to help just give them a call at 440 953-8200
Eastlake North Girls Soccer Golf Outing Fundraiser
Please see attached flyer for our 4th Annual Eastlake North Girls Soccer Golf Outing
Spring Head Coach Contacts:
Fastpitch: Matt McPeek peek13@sbcglobal.net
Baseball: Mike Duncan rangerfreshmanbaseball@gmail.com
Track: Joe Bozic (boys) joseph.bozic@weschools.org
Track: Samantha Richter (girls) samantha.richter@weschools.org
Tennis: James Dunn james.dunn@weschools.org
Boys Volleyball: Erik Poje erik.poje@weschools.org
Flag Football: Chris Tomb chris.tomb@weschools.org
The 2025-26 Boosters election slate will be presented at the April meeting with voting taking place at the May meeting.
BOOSTERS BY-LAWS UPDATE
The By-laws Committee presented their suggested changes for the Boosters updated by-laws at the March meeting. They have been posted on the Boosters website for members to review for ten days. A special meeting will be held for a final vote. Stay tuned to the Boosters website.
UPDATED BOOSTERS WEBSITE & LOGO
Check out our newly updated website, along with a new Booster logo at: https://eastlakenorthboosters.dudaone.com/
NORTH BOOSTERS SCHOLARSHIP NOW OPEN
The 2024/25 Ronda Schaefer Memorial Scholarship sponsored by North Boosters is now open! North Boosters is proud to offer a minimum of five scholarships this year to North seniors. A committee will be formed to read and vote on scholarship applications. Seniors should submit their applications to Mr. Zenz in the Guidance office by end of day on Friday, March 28, 2025.
Download the form here: https://eastlakenorthboosters.dudaone.com/spirit-store
CONCESSION UPDATE
The spring sports Concession Calendar is now active! Volunteers who sign up for shifts can earn $30 towards their student’s sport, club or group. Sign up using the link below.
Activities & Fundraising Opportunities
All game and meet information is posted on rangernation.org, while other clubs and organizations can be found HERE.
Opportunity #1 - BOOSTER MEMBERSHIP
Become a North Booster member and SAVE MONEY on admission!
North Booster member admission fee prepaid = $5.50/game
Non-Booster member admission fee at the door = $8/game
Click HERE to purchase a staff/general, gold or silver membership. 100% of your membership purchase goes directly to the Boosters fund to support the students.
Opportunity #2 - NORTH CONCESSIONS . . . 2 ways to help
VOLUNTEERING
Boosters will pay $30 per sign-up slot when you volunteer and donate it to your selected club/sport/group. All volunteers must sign up online to receive credit.
Sign up link: Concession Volunteer Sign Up Form
MAKING A PURCHASE
Purchasing an item from Concessions also helps Boosters raise money. It is stocked weekly and offers a variety of items depending on the season.
Opportunity #3 - NORTH SPIRIT WEAR ONLINE STORE
Our new vendor is 1st Place Spiritwear, check out their huge inventory of styles, group items and accessories. Booster’s receive 10% back from each order.
Upcoming Spring Sale: Our annual Spring Sale starts March 10th- April 1st! There will be 20% savings across the entire site, as well as exciting new designs and product lines.
Promo Code: SPRING
Upcoming Promotions:
This week only, all Eastlake North High School tie-dye short sleeve tees are just $19.99. Don't miss out on this amazing deal! Shop at https://1stplace.sale/72781
2024/25 North Boosters Meeting Dates
All parents/guardians are welcome to attend our monthly meetings which take place on the first Monday of each month at 7p.m. in the North Student Union. If there is no school on that Monday, an alternate date will be announced. Below are the meeting dates for the 2024/25 school year.
Monday, April 7
Monday, May 5
Social Media Accounts
Check out our pages on social media to learn more and stay connected!
Hello Ranger Families!
The Eastlake North Music Boosters has a delicious way to help support our Music and Choir Students! We are hosting a Dine to Donate on March 20th at Red Robin in Willoughby. Flyer available soon!
Please follow our Facebook page to keep up to date about upcoming Dine to Donates, fundraisers, important information and updates we send throughout the school year! Our Facebook page is: https://www.facebook.com/EastlakeNorthMusicBoosters/.
Also don’t forget to check out our North Music Boosters’ website at: https://northmusicboosters.com
The best way to help support your Band or Choir student is to attend a Music Boosters Meeting! Our next meeting is on Wednesday, March 19th at 6:30pm in the North Band Room. Joining Music Boosters is $10 per family, per year. You can find more information and the contact form to join on our website. https://northmusicboosters.com/boosters-1
Thank you for your support of the Eastlake North Music Boosters as we strive to help give our Music Students the best experience possible!
Your 2024-2025 Music Boosters Board Members:
Choir Director: Mrs. Levine
Band Director: Mr. Sell
President: Tina Galletti
Vice President: Lisa Mooney
Secretary: Melanie Champa
Treasurer: Sherie Scott
Trustee: Diane Lloyd
Trustee: Amy Harris
Trustee: Leann Hardy
To be determined
CELEBRATE YOUR SENIOR Yard Signs
Thank you to everyone who ordered a yard sign of their senior!
Payment for all outstanding signs is due ASAP. Sign pick up will be delayed without payment. Please reach out to nhs2025afterprom@gmail.com.
More details will be communicated once we have received all the signs. Stay tuned.
Kalahari Information & Details
This year’s after prom event will be held at Kalahari in Sandusky. A detailed email will be sent to parents and students in the coming weeks.
After prom Ticket Sales
April 11, April 14-17 - during all lunch periods
Tickets: $20/guest
Payment Options: cash or Venmo
Permission Forms: forms must be filled out and turned in when purchasing ticket
Amazon Raffle Prize list - we are still collecting donations from the Amazon wish list to use as prizes for the students.
Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17Q45FD7VO42G?ref_=wl_share
Chaperones - if you are interested in being a chaperone to Kalahari please send an email to nhs2025afterprom@gmail.com. Parents who have volunteered in any capacity will have first choice (ex. helping at events, monetary donations, attending meetings).
Date: Friday, May 2 leaving after prom, around 11:45pm and will return back to North around 5:30-6:00am on Saturday.
Stay Connected with Us!
Facebook: @NHSClassof2025
Email: nhs2025afterprom@gmail.com
Our next meeting is March 18th at 7 p.m. in the student union. There is a Jr after prom committee meeting at the same time.
Junior year is flying by!
Our biggest fundraisers are upon us. April 5th is the Spring craft fair. We need many volunteers to ensure the event runs smoothly. Both adult and student volunteers are needed. There are many roles to fill.
You can sign up here https://rb.gy/p1pti3
Our Savers fundraiser has also begun.
Our next drop off is Saturday March 22nd in the North High school parking lot. From 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join our Facebook group https://tinyurl.com/classof26afterprom
Email us at north2026afterprom@gmail.com to be added to our email list
After Prom 2027 has moved to the app “Band” for group communications. We will now be able to post meeting minutes, flyers, updates and more on this app. This will allow more families to stay updated on the group’s process, requests, activities and more. If you would like to be invited please email a request with the name of your 2027 student to: nhs2025afterprom@gmail.com and then download the app. Once we receive the notice we will verify and accept any North 2027 parent/guardian.
Next Meeting
Wednesday, March 12 at 7pm in Student Union
Fundraising Updates
Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser - March 17 - March 23
Place an order over the phone or pick up at the store and North After Prom 2027 will receive 15%. Be sure to mention the fundraiser for the group to get the credit. See flyer for more details.
Comedy Night - Saturday, April 5 at American Legion in Willowick
Join us for an adult night of laughter, dinner, raffles and more! See flyer for registration details.
Raffle basket donations needed!
We are starting to collect donations for the raffle we will have at the show. Families can create their own, ask a local business or their employer. The more great prizes we collect, the more money we raise for the after prom event!
Call or text Laura Kramer at 440/339-0382 for drop off details.
Back to School Bash 2025 - Wednesday, August 13
AP 2027 will be taking over the Back to School Bash for next school year. This is becoming a school tradition and is getting bigger and better each year. Have an idea or want to help plan? Email us at nhs2027afterprom@gmail.com.
North Concessions
Earn money for After Prom by volunteering at North concessions. Each sign up slot allows volunteers to earn $30/person for the sports, club or extracurricular of choice, including After Prom 2027!
CONTACT US ANYTIME
Facebook Page: NHS 2027 After Prom
The research on cell phone use and teens is clear. In order to provide the optimal educational setting for learning to occur, we are no longer permitting cell phone (or any non-school issued electronic device) use in classrooms. This will be shared with students by teachers on the first day, at grade level meetings by administrators on the second day, and repeatedly over the announcements in the days ahead. Students will be instructed that devices need to remain out of sight within the classroom, or while using collaboration spaces during class time. Students MAY use phones during passing time, study hall, or lunch.
Violations of this policy will be handled as any other policy infraction would be - with classroom level consequences, parental contacts, and if necessary, referrals to the office.
It is our hope that we can work together with families to help our kids find the balance they need with these devices in their daily lives. It takes a village.
Having a loud home crowd is definitely an advantage for our teams! That being said, please make sure that your student is aware of our expectations for behavior at Athletic Events.
- We cheer FOR Rangers, we never disrespect our opponents.
- We never make disparaging comments towards officials. We are appreciative of their willingness to officiate our events, and we would like them to come back. It is not easy to find officials for high school events.
- We pick up after ourselves, "leaving the campsite better than we found it."
- Students must be in the bleachers unless they are in line for concessions, or going to the restroom. Standing around in groups far from the student section is bad for school spirit! We need everyone in the student section! This includes middle school students too. The top few rows are reserved for future Rangers!
- Halftime is when the Marching Band and Auxiliaries perform. Our band is AMAZING. Our student section will face the field and support the other 100 students who also worked hard all summer to make these nights everything that they are for our community.
- Finally, at the end of our football games, the team will raise their helmets in front of the band and student section for the playing of our alma mater. The North student section stays for this important tradition.
As always - GO RANGERS!
Student Parking Passes are $20. Students must provide their vehicle info, insurance info, and parent signature by submitting the form found HERE.
Parking without a pass, or in an unauthorized area, could result in towing at the owner's expense. Make sure your parking pass is easily visible in your front window.
For general information about Health Services click HERE.
All current seniors will need proof of a meningococcal booster shot (MCV4), unless their first dose was received on or after their 16th birthday. Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness that affects the brain and the spinal cord. It is spread through saliva and can be contracted by sharing food, drinks or makeup, kissing, sneezing and coughing. Meningitis can cause shock, coma and death within hours of the first symptoms. Please have your student bring a hard copy of their updated vaccine record to the clinic; you may also fax the record to our clinic at: 440-975-3831.
As with all immunization requirements, students who do not provide documentation of these immunizations are subject to exclusion from school, unless proper documentation is submitted to the school in accordance with Ohio Statute 3313.671, which allows for parents or guardians to object to the immunizations--for good cause.
Medications
Any medications (including over the counter medications, prescription medications, inhalers and epi-pens) to be consumed during the school day require a completed medication form. These forms can be found on our website HERE. Along with the completed form, a supply of the medication should be delivered to the clinic.
Clinic Visits
Our clinic utilizes software to document student visits. If your child visits the clinic with a minor issue, you will be notified via email of the visit. For major issues (fever, substantial injury, vomiting, etc.) you will receive a phone call from clinic staff. These protocols are in place to keep you informed of your child’s status during the day!
Contact Us
Please reach out if we can assist you in any way! The clinic phone number is: 440-975-3683.
Chromebook Repairs
Students should report broken devices to Ms. Bouplon in the library immediately. This should be happening in-between periods or at the beginning of a class period only. Hardware repairs only. Software repairs go to Mrs. Medic in room 134.
Students will be issued a loaner device until their original device is repaired.
Chromebook Loaners
In the event that a student needs to use a device because theirs isn’t charged, they can check one out in the library. Ideally, students will come to school each day with a fully charged device, but things happen. We understand. Repeatedly coming to school without a charged device, or any device altogether will not be permitted.
Loaners must be returned by the end of 8th period, 2:20pm.
An electronic notice is generated and sent via email to both student and parent if a device is being kept overnight or if not returned on time.
All absences, late arrivals and early releases should be reported to the 24-hour attendance line at 440 283-2178. Please allow 30-40 minutes processing time due to high call volume at times. If you have an urgent attendance situation you may call the main office or attendance desk 440-283-2209. Otherwise, please be patient while we process calls. If your child is under the weather, they must go to the clinic. An early release will not be granted unless they leave through the school nurse.
Doctor’s Notes
If your child is absent due to illness or needs to leave due to a dental, medical or counseling appointment, they may turn in the provider's excuse to the attendance desk for an excused medical absence. These documents will prevent your child from being penalized for hours missed, as Ohio House Bill 410 requires us to track attendance hours. Should your child exceed the limit for hours, you will receive a letter, and we can no longer excuse your students' absence unless proper documentation is provided. Please Note - Drivers Education is not an excused absence.
Vacations and College Visits
All students needing time off for vacations or college visits should pick up a form to be signed by staff and guardians. Anything over five days must be approved by the student’s grade level administrator. Failure to report could result in an unexcused absence. These forms can be found in the main office.
Late Arrival
All students should enter the building through the main office upon arrival no matter the circumstance (Tech, CCP, class change, etc). They will be expected to sign in. No student should allow any student into the main doors. They must properly identify themselves at the attendance desk.
Early Release Process
Parents are not required to come in and sign their students in/out. However, we require a documented guardian to authorize the release from the building prior to departure.
Students in the Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools can anonymously report anything that could potentially be harmful or dangerous to any of our staff or students. Students can access the Safe Schools Helpline through the district website HERE. Students are encouraged to say something if they see or hear something. We are all in this together and need to take care of each other.
Students can also call or text 844-723-3764 to anonymously report concerns.
Breakfast and Lunch are served every day at North High School. For the 2024-2025 school year, breakfast is $2.25 and lunch is $3.75. A la cart menu items can be purchased for additional cost. Cash will be accepted, but no change will be given at the register. Change will be credited to student accounts. You can add money to your student’s account at PaySchools Central. Information about PaySchools Central can be found HERE.
All meals include one main entrée and up to 3 total fruit and vegetable sides and a milk. Students may qualify for free or reduced priced meals. Please fill out a paper application and return it to your school or find the online application and instructions HERE.
The Food Services Department ensures that its operations are following the federal guidelines for operating the nutrition program. Federal guidelines prohibit the district’s Food and Nutrition Department from writing off bad debt as a result of charged meals. Please review the Food Services Policy Regarding Meal Accounts.
Last year we experienced an influx of students attempting to order food delivery services such as Uber Eats or Door Dash to the school. This is NOT PERMITTED. Food deliveries will not be accepted in the office, and any students attempting to open doors for delivery drivers will be suspended. This is a serious safety concern and consequences for violating this policy need to be severe. Parents wishing to drop off food for a special occasion may do so in the main office but we would encourage students to either purchase lunch in the student union or pack their own.
Communication is critical at any school, but with over 1,300 students, 100 staff members, and dozens of sports, clubs, and activities it is especially important at North! Each week there are so many events going on, that keeping up with them all can be challenging.
End 68 Hours of Hunger is a national organization with the goal of assisting with food security issues families may encounter from the end of school Friday, until the beginning of the school day Monday morning. For some students, the dependable hot meals served during school are the only ones they can consistently count on.
There should be no stigma attached to asking for help when needed. Our kids need us, and it takes a village! If you would like assistance from this organization please contact Robin Ungar at robin.ungar@weschools.org. She is our guidance staff member who organizes this for our families. Students come down at the end of the day on Fridays and pick up their food items in non-descript, unmarked bags (like giant eagle bags). Some parents prefer to pick theirs up a the end of the day as well. That can be arranged.
Are you looking for activities for your children? Interested in family programs in the community? There are so many options for Willoughby-Eastlake families, such as city departments of recreation, sports teams, scouting, camps and special events in all of our surrounding communities, plus so much more!
Information from approved organizations who host activities for Willoughby-Eastlake youth and the community are posted electronically. Paper flyers from organizations are not sent home with students. To access the flyers, visit the COMMUNITY link on the district and building website pages Community Activities Flyers
For specific information about the events, you need to contact the sponsoring organization. Flyers are updated periodically during the month so remember to visit often to check for new postings.
Enjoy what our community has to offer!