West August 16

First Day/Start and End Times

We are excited to welcome our third and fourth-graders back to campus on September 3! West Elementary School begins at 8:20 a.m. and dismisses at 3:15 p.m. As a reminder, students are permitted in the buildings 15 minutes before the start of the day! Staff members will be available to help them find their classrooms and navigate the building.

Supply Lists

Have you done your back-to-school shopping yet? Please view our West Supply Lists to ensure your student has all the necessary supplies and materials for the upcoming school year!

Busing/Pick Up & Drop Off

Please refer to the links below if you have any questions or would like to learn more about busing or our pick-up and drop-off procedures. This information and more will also be shared at the Open House!

• Busing
• Pick-up and Drop-off

FinalForms

If you haven't done so yet, please log into your FinalForms account to finalize all required information. If you believe you have already completed FinalForms, please double-check as additional forms have been added recently. All forms MUST be reviewed, updated as necessary, and signed before the start of the school year.

Breakfast & Lunch

Cafeteria menus and information regarding student meal accounts can be found on the Midview Local Schools Food Services web page.

Free & Reduced-price Meals

This school year, the State of Ohio biennial budget includes funding to cover the cost of providing no-cost breakfast and no-cost lunch to students qualifying for reduced-price meals. All families eligible for free OR reduced-price meals will receive breakfast and lunch at NO CHARGE, provided they complete the required application. Families may submit applications:

• Online through PaySchools Central. Step-by-step directions can be found here.

• By downloading and completing a paper application. Applications may be turned in to your building's front office.

Building Contact Information

Please do not hesitate to contact West Elementary should you have any questions regarding your child or the start of the school year.

• West Main Office: 440-748-2305 (Mrs. Traci Schubert, Secretary)
• Jordane Breha, Principal: jbreha@midviewk12.org
• Bianca Gentile, Student and Family Liaison: bgentile@midviewk12.org

Years in the district: This school year is my eighth year at Midview Local Schools and my second year as the principal of West. Previously, I was the liaison at West and taught preschool intervention, kindergarten, second grade, and third grade.

What excites me most about my job: As a proud Midview alumni, I love making an impact in the place where I grew up. As educators, we have the incredible opportunity to influence young minds and play a small part in shaping who they grow up to be, which is what I love most about my job.

Three adjectives students would use to describe me: Adjectives students have used to describe me include creative, coffee superfan, and fashionista.

A few of my favorite things include: I love spending time with my family (especially at the beach!), reading by the fire, and traveling to new places.

What is most important to me in my role: As a principal, my top priority is to ensure that every student, family, and staff member feels welcomed and supported at Midview West.

Years in the district: This is my sixth year at Midview and my first as a liaison. Previously, I was a 5th-grade ELA teacher in the district.

Reason(s) I chose to pursue my position at Midview Local Schools: I chose to pursue this position at Midview West because I have a passion for supporting students and their families in the school environment. I wanted a role where I could make a difference in the lives of children by helping to create a positive, inclusive atmosphere. Furthermore, I believe in the power of a strong family-school partnership, and this position allows me to actively work on building those connections.

Some of my hobbies/interests outside of my career: Outside of my career, I love to play, coach, and watch sports. I have previously coached volleyball and basketball and enjoy supporting our Middies! Additionally, I love to read and spend time with my family and friends.

I am not a big fan of: Laffy Taffy, The Steelers, Crocs with socks, hoodies, and white chocolate.

Working at Midview Local Schools has taught ME: Working at Midview has taught me the importance of adaptability and collaboration in a school setting. I have gained valuable experience in building relationships with students, staff, and families, which reinforces my belief in the power of community involvement in education.

Years in the district: This is my third year at Midview Local Schools and my second year at West.

Reason(s) I chose to pursue my position at Midview Local Schools: Midview is, and will always be a great school district. Our family has been involved with the district in one way or another for many years. When the opportunity presented itself, I could not pass up the chance to be with such a fabulous school district and its amazing people.

Some of my hobbies/interests outside of my career: Outside of school, I coach volleyball and softball. Go Middies!

I am not a big fan of: Cold weather and wintertime!

Working at Midview Local Schools has taught ME: Working within the district has helped me develop professionally and taught me to surround myself with those who can give me confidence and support within the workplace.