North March 7

Three Things to Know

"Say Something" Week

North is excited to participate in "Say Something" Week, a program through the Sandy Hook Promise, that will take place from March 10- 14. This program empowers students to recognize warning signs of potential violence or harm and speak up to a trusted adult. Throughout the week, students will engage in age-appropriate activities and discussions that reinforce the importance of looking out for one another, fostering a culture of kindness, and ensuring a safe school environment. By working together, we can help our children develop the confidence and skills to make a difference. We encourage you to talk with your child about what they’re learning and how they can use their voice to help keep our community safe!

Second Grade Concert

Our 2nd graders have been working incredibly hard on their upcoming concert, The Day the Crayons Quit, and we can’t wait to share it with you! We hope you are able to join us on March 19 at 6 p.m. at Midview High School for their fun performance. They've been preparing since October and have learned 6 songs, earned solo roles, incorporated kinesics, and are implementing instruments. The theme this year is based off of the book, The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. In the story, a pack of crayons are striking against their owner, Duncan, for multiple reasons. Some reasons include working too hard, not coloring in the lines, who is the real color of the sun, etc. When looking at our song titles, each class will represent a handful of colors that belong in a pack of crayons. Between the songs, solos, instrument performances, and each class being assigned a crayon color to wear at the concert, it should be a colorful night!

Upcoming Early Release & Professional Development Day

In coordination with the end of the 3rd academic quarter, the district will be on an early release schedule on March 20. As a reminder, North students will be dismissed at 1:15 p.m. Students will also not have school the following day, March 21, as Midview Local Schools will be closed for professional development.

Events & Reminders

March 19 | 2nd Grade Concert at MHS | 6-7 p.m.

Our second graders have been hard at work preparing for their upcoming concert! We look forward to seeing you there!

March 20 | Early Release Day & End of the 3rd Quarter

Please note that North students will be dismissed two hours earlier than usual, at 1:15 p.m.

March 21 | Professional Development Day

Midview Local Schools will be closed.

March 24-28 | Spring Break

Midview Local Schools will be closed.

April 4 | 2nd Grade Father Daughter Dance

North Elementary will be hosting our annual Father Daughter Dance from 5:30-7:00 PM on Friday, April 4. Permission slips will be sent home before spring break.

*School fees must be paid prior to the field trip. See "school fees reminder" below for more information.

April 9 | First Grade Field Trip

Our first grade students will be traveling to the regal Playhouse Square to experience Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! Permission slips will be sent home next week. If you have any questions, please reach out to your student's teacher.

*School fees must be paid prior to the field trip. See "school fees reminder" below for more information.

Last Call for Yearbook Sales

Preserve the memories of this school year with our 2024-2025 Midview North & West Elementary Yearbook! Yearbooks are available for purchase now through next Friday, March 14. To place your order, visit www.RipchoStudio.com and enter the password 1001215767.

School Fees Reminder

As we near the end of the 3rd quarter, we encourage you to check if your child has any outstanding school fees. Balances can be viewed by logging in to PowerSchool or PaySchools Central or calling the North Main Office (440-748-6869) during the school day.

Payments, either in full or partial, can be made through PaySchools Central (processing fees apply) or by calling the main office. Secretaries are also available to assist families in creating a payment schedule if needed. Please note that action must be taken on unpaid fees in order for your child to participate in end-of-year activities, including dances, field trips/camps and field days.

We Need Your Feedback!

It is an exciting time for Midview Local Schools! Our strategic planning process is officially underway, and we want YOUR input. We are committed to creating a plan that reflects the values and aspirations of the entire Midview family. Please consider sharing your thoughts by completing our online survey or attending an in-person focus group. Learn more and get involved here: midviewk12.org/strategic-plan.

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Featured Stories

Please join us in welcoming Mrs. DiFranco back to North Elementary!

In case you missed the announcement in the district e-newsletter this past Friday, we are excited to share that Mrs. Bethany DiFranco will once again join us here at North Elementary as our principal!

A proud Midview alumna and dedicated educator in our district for over a decade, Mrs. DiFranco brings a deep understanding of our schools and community. Her passion for early childhood education, strong leadership skills, and commitment to building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families uniquely positions her to guide North Elementary into the future. Read the full release here.

Coding with Miss Bielawski

This week, our first and second grade classes were working with robots and coding. They learned about algorithms, looping, and sequencing. They then had to code the robot to complete a task of getting from one end of a maze to the other. They had so much fun!

Iditarod: The Last Great Race on Earth – A Learning Adventure in Second Grade!

Have you heard of the Iditarod? The students in Mrs. Kiser’s second-grade class sure have, and they are loving every moment of the race action! This legendary dog sled race across Alaska has provided incredible cross-curricular learning experiences, engaging students in reading, math, science, geography, and even hands-on STEM activities.

Through nonfiction reading, students have explored life in Alaska, race strategies, Iditarod history, and expert dog care. They’ve been making inferences, drawing real-life connections, and deepening their comprehension skills—all while being captivated by the fascinating world of sled dog racing.

In math, students tackled the costs of preparing for the race by calculating the price of mandatory equipment for a rookie musher. The final total was quite a shock! Real-time race statistics have also given students an opportunity to apply their knowledge of reading charts and graphs in a meaningful way.

Geography lessons have come to life as students examine maps of the Iditarod trail, Alaska, and North America. Science connections have been just as exciting, with students testing water cohesion, studying the Aurora Borealis, and even engineering their own miniature LEGO sleds.

The excitement doesn’t stop there! The class has been enthusiastically following their chosen musher, (Ohio native) Matthew Failor, as he faces challenges along the trail. They cheer him on every step of the way, gaining a deeper understanding of perseverance and teamwork.

To top it all off, Mrs. Kiser’s class is participating in the official Iditarod Postcard Exchange with 49 other classrooms across the United States. Through this exchange, students have learned about different state symbols and compared them to those of our beloved Ohio, making meaningful connections with peers across the country.

The Iditarod has truly brought learning to life in our classroom, making every subject more engaging and interactive. We can’t wait to see where the adventure takes us next!

Celebrating Youth Art Month at Midview Schools!

March is Youth Art Month, a time to celebrate the creativity, imagination, and talent of our students! We are excited to showcase the incredible artwork created by our students in the Midview Art Department. This month, let’s recognize the hard work and dedication our young artists have put into their craft!

Throughout Youth Art Month and all year long, you can explore your child's artwork online through Artsonia, the largest student art gallery in the world! Artsonia offers a unique opportunity for parents and families to view and purchase keepsakes featuring their child's art, such as mugs, t-shirts, and more. All proceeds from these purchases directly support the Midview Art Department, helping us continue to provide enriching art experiences for our students.

To access your child’s online gallery, please visit the link below and follow the prompts to view and purchase their artwork:

Click here to access Mrs. Vargos Gallery

Click here to access Mrs. Cote's Gallery

We encourage you to explore the amazing art your child has created, and support the arts in our school by purchasing personalized keepsakes.

Thank you for celebrating the arts with us this month, and for supporting the future of creativity at Midview Schools!

Staff Spotlights

Maria Alfano-Cooper, English Language Learner Coordinator

Years in the district: 7 years

What excites me most about my job: I love that every minute of everyday is different! I get to see kids from preK - 12th grade everyday, so the vast range of ages makes my day exciting! I also LOVE learning about other cultures and my kids teach me so much! It is a joy!

Three adjectives students would use to describe me: Dwarf, Super Happy, Kind

A few of my favorite things include: Travelling, Sicily, Soccer, Ohio State Football, small trucks with 3 wheels, bubbly water, Languages

What is most important to me in my role: The most important part of my job is being an advocate for my students AND their families. So many of them have been through so much. It is important to me that they feel safe and welcome in our school. Even in the very best of circumstances, they have left behind everything; including friends and family. So, having compassion and empathy as they transition to a new school and a new COUNTRY is important.

Molly Bielawski, Kindergarten-2nd Grade Technology

Years in the district: 19 years

Reason(s) I chose to pursue my position at Midview Local Schools: I always loved integrating technology into my classes when I was a homeroom teacher, so this just seemed like the perfect fit!

Some of my hobbies/interests outside of my career: Definitely baking, traveling, and being on the lake.

I am not a big fan of: When people sing to you on your birthday.

Working at Midview Local Schools has taught ME: That we really are one big family/community. I went to Midview growing up, and couldn't imagine myself being anywhere else.