North Notes

May 19, 2023

Greetings North Families,

There are few things in life that can match the excitement of children the last few days of school before summer break. The anticipation of the fun to be had makes it harder and harder to sit in those seats! For educators, the emotions are more mixed. Although we enjoy our summers as much as anybody, we also enjoy the day to day interactions with our students and the relationships that have developed throughout the year. It's a little sad when we think about not seeing those classes of students anymore. However, the beauty of education is we will be back in a few short months to start the process all over again, with fresh energy, an new classes of students, and a renewed commitment to excellence.


On behalf of the staff at North High School, I would like to wish you and yours a peaceful, restful, happy summer filled with wonderful new memories made with family and friends.


Sincerely,

Eric Frei

Principal

STUDENT SHOUT OUTS!

1st Annual PBIS Bash

Students had a blast today, jailing their teachers with Ranger Bucks to take part in the 1st Annual PBIS Bash! PBIS stands for Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports. At North, our PBIS efforts focus on fostering Respect, Responsibility, and Readiness to Learn. As students demonstrate these traits, they earn Ranger Bucks. Ranger Bucks can be used in a variety of ways throughout the year. They can purchase snacks during Ranger Shops, held the last Friday of each Month. They can also be used as admission into special events. Today kids could pool their resources in an effort to jail their teacher, and be released to the stadium to take part in the fun! The kids were great, and the staff was flexible and accommodating. A great time was had by all. Congratulations to the staff kickball team on their tournament championship!


Field days were a huge part of elementary school. It's one of the things that kids remember most about their elementary years. High School should be fun too. Our kids did a tremendous job handling the extra freedom they earned today. We couldn't be prouder of them.

Students Keep Chromebooks Over Summer

Students in grades 9-11 will keep their Chromebooks over the summer. They will continue to use the same device they were issued this year throughout high school. They will turn them in at the end of their Senior year.

THE LENS IS NOW ONLINE!

The North Yearbook Archive is now online! Thanks to the efforts of Junior Yearbook Editor Madisyn Kissinger, who has been tirelessly scanning yearbooks since September, you can now peruse North's rich history anytime, anywhere!


https://www.weschools.org/YearbookArchive.aspx

Final Exam Schedule - Grades 9-11

The final exam schedule is listed below. We utilize an "open campus" model for final exams. This means students only need to attend when they have a scheduled exam. Students who need to stay at school for transportation purposes will be supervised in a quiet study hall.
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Summer Office Availability

Administrators and office staff will be in the building throughout the month of June. We will close in July, and reopen August 1st. For any school needs over the summer, contact Principal's Secretary Cincy Reik at cindy.reik@weschools.org or (440) 283-2210.

Guidance Department Update

Seniors

Senior Survey - All students must complete a senior survey in Naviance before they graduate from North. This survey serves as a way to request final transcripts and give us very important information. Please have your senior check to see if they have completed it. If not, please do it as soon as possible. There will be many opportunities at North to complete it as well.


Instructions to Complete the Senior Survey


If you are not attending college and/or unable to access Naviance, you can complete a survey google forms. You DO NOT need to complete both of them. Just one survey.


Senior Survey 2.0 Class of 2023


Final transcripts will be sent out by June 1st.


Summer School

Information on summer school is available on the North Website and Schoology. Students will be informed they need to take a course in summer school at the end of the school year. Letters and phone calls will be placed to parents. If you want to talk about your students' grades or if they may need to attend summer school, please contact your student’s counselor. Here is a link to the brochure.



Mrs. Gallucci Last Names A-E jennifer.gallucci@weschools.org

Mrs. Vaughan Last Names F-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.

Yearbooks

Yearbooks

The last day to purchase a 2023 Yearbook is May 26! Please order from jostens.com to ensure that your student will receive a yearbook. There is no guarantee that we will have extras during distribution days in the early fall.


2023 Yearbooks will be delivered this fall when we return to school for the 2023-2024 school year.


Please direct any questions to Mrs. Fryman at north.yearbook@weschools.org


2024 Seniors

All upcoming seniors were given a handout in their English classes regarding senior picture deadlines and grad ad info for the 2023-2024 school year. Senior pictures will need to be submitted to the Google Form by December 15, 2023. The Google Form will be available at a later date in the fall once school starts.

ATHLETICS

NORTH ATHLETICS WEBSITE: https://rangernation.org/

Athletic Fees:

Participation fees for all 2022-2023 Sports are due. Please remit payment (cash or check made payable to North Athletics) or pay online through Final Forms. If it is not paid in full by Wednesday, May 24th, your student's account will be charged at the Treasurer's Office for the remainder of the participation fee. Once your student's account is charged, you will no longer be able to pay your fee through Final Forms. It will need to be paid through the Treasurer's Office.


If your child receives reduced fees because of their lunch plan, you will not be able to pay online through Final Forms. Payment can be made by cash or check made payable to North Athletics. Fee schedule:

Full pay $125

Reduced Lunch $85

Free Lunch $55


Varsity Baseball Game:

The North Varsity Baseball game vs. South is today, May 19th at Classic Park. Start time is 7:30pm. If you already purchased tickets for the 4/29 Varsity game that was postponed, the tickets can be exchanged at the box office for tonight’s Varsity Baseball game. Ticket link to purchase tickets:

https://fevogm.com/event/Northbaseball4

Eligibility for Fall 2023 Sports:

Reminder that fall eligibility is based on the 4th quarter grades. You must be passing 5, or the equivalent to 5 high school credits, in the 4th grading period to be eligible for Fall sports. PE does not count towards eligibility. Contact your guidance counselor or the athletic department if you have any questions. If you have any fall sport specific questions, please contact the coaches.


Fall Head Coach Contacts:

Football: Shawn Dodd shawn.dodd@weschools.org

Volleyball: Tamara Heller taheller@svsu.edu

Cross Country: Rob Grove rob.grove@weschools.org

Boys Soccer: Steve Misick smmisick@aol.com

Girls Soccer: Rick Sirl rsirl72@gmail.com

Girls Tennis: Nick Mayer nick.mayer@weschools.org

Girls Golf: Beth Brettrager beth.brettrager@weschools.org

Boys Golf: Matt Kozlevcar matt.kozlevcar@weschools.org

Cheer: Marissa Gehrisch gehrischmarissa@yahoo.com


Free Pre-Season Physical Opportunity:

As the school year is winding down, don't forget to start thinking ahead and making sure your athlete's physical is up to date by August 1st for the Fall Sports Season. Remember, athletes are not able to participate in sports, unless they have an up to date physical. Don't wait until the last minute to make an appointment with your Pediatrician, as appointment times are already booking up fast for the Summer. Please see attached a flyer for a FREE opportunity provided by UH Sports Medicine in June.

Here is the link to sign up for a physical:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-complimentary-sports-physical-uh-ahuja-medical-center-ages-14-18-tickets-602626160067


ALL ATHLETES must have a current physical on file in order to participate in a sport. You can find the forms at www.rangernation.org by clicking on "Final Forms" under the Forms tab. There you will also find instructions on registering your child on Final Forms, which is a mandatory requirement of our district.

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BOOSTER GROUP INFORMATION

AFTERPROM 2024 - Juniors

The Class of 2024 would like to congratulate the Class of 2023, We wish you much success in the future! Thank you for your support for this year. Our next meeting will be in August.


We will begin planning the following fundraisers for next year. Please save the dates:


We will have a 50/50 game opportunity, date to be announced.


Target Fundraiser (Draw date will be at the Winter Craft Show) We will begin selling tickets in the fall.


Winter Craft Show 12/09/2023


Gameshow Night 02/03/2024


Please follow us on Facebook, we will be doing an OSU Square Fundraiser $100 for a full season of 12 Games, so that is less than $10 per game. Numbers will change weekly will be posted each Friday before the game. We would prefer payment via Venmo, but other options will be available, just ask! The board will be posted on our Facebook page to see available numbers.


Payouts are listed below:


Venmo @NHS2024AP

Twitter @NHSAftrprom2024
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NHSClassof2024Afterprom
email: nhsafterprom2024@gmail.com

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AFTERPROM 2025 - SOPHOMORES

Next Meeting

  • Watch your email and Facebook for next meeting date!


Fundraisers

We are looking for volunteers to manage upcoming fundraisers. If you are interested please email nhs2025afterprom@gmail.com.

  • Concession Stand at North - Sign up online, available all school year! Our group can get money. Click HERE to sign up online


Stay Connected with Us!

AFTERPROM 2026 - FRESHMEN

The Class of 2026 would like to congratulate the Class of 2023. We wish you the best of luck in all you do today, tomorrow and always.

Have a safe and wonderful Prom and Graduation season!


Our last meeting of this school year is May 9th at 7 p.m. Hope to see you there.


Wow, this school year is almost over! Thank you for all of your support this past year.


Unfortunately our skating party has been cancelled.


We have some great things planned for the future. Watch your email and our Facebook page for updates and announcements.

Join our Facebook group https://tinyurl.com/classof26afterprom

Email us at north2026afterprom@gmail.com to be added to our email list

MUSIC BOOSTERS

We have an upcoming car wash on May 20th at RTS Service Center 31520 Vine Street Willowick from 9am to 3pm. If you have not done so, please sign up to volunteer on the link below. Also, if you have old towels you do not use anymore, please consider donating them to us. Please bring into Mr. Sell or Mrs. Levine.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0549aaa92aa0fd0-carwash10#/


Congratulations to the recipients of this year's scholarship award for Choir. They each received $500.

Emma Kovach-Uzl

Tana Preseren


Warmer weather will be here before you know it! Come join us for our annual golf outing fundraiser. This year it will be held at the Lost Nation Golf Course on Friday, June 16th. $80 per golfer and price includes green fees, cart, range balls, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Please contact Michael Gregory at 440-749-2784 for more information or to register.


The next Music Boosters Meeting is

Wednesday, June 21st

6:30pm to 8:00pm, Location North High Band Room


To help support all our talented Music Students at North in our ALL of our Choirs & Bands - please consider joining us!

Joining Music Boosters is $10 per family / per year. You can find the form on our website www.northmusicboosters.com. Being apart of Music Boosters allows all *Music Booster Members* to actively help support, vote, fundraise, plan, organize & spend funds to run all of our wonderful Music Programs at Eastlake North High School.


Hope to see ALL of you there on Wednesday 6/21/23 in the Band Room @ 6:30pm!

Thank you for your support of Music!


Your 2023-2024 Music Boosters Board Members:

Mrs. Levine, Mr. Sell, Tina Galletti, Lisa Mooney, Melanie Champa, Shelley Godec, Michael Gregory, Diane Lloyd and Sherie Scott

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IMPORTANT REPEATING INFORMATION

Daily Announcements Are Online

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.


Did you know that North's daily announcements can be found on the website each day? It's true! They can be found HERE.

END 68 HOURS OF HUNGER

End 68 Hours of Hunger is a public not-for-profit effort to confront the approximately 68 hours of hunger that some school children experience between the free lunch they receive at school on Friday afternoon and the free breakfast they receive at school on Monday morning.


If you know a student that may be struggling with food insecurity, please contact Mrs. Ungar in the guidance office at 440-975-3675 or robin.ungar@weschools.org. We can then determine if they qualify for a food bag to take home over each weekend. The program begins the week of October 17th.

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING

Is your student struggling in a class or classes? Or, maybe needs a quiet place to work after school? If so, have them stay after on Wednesdays for Wednesday tutoring. It runs from 2:30-3:30. They can get help, meet new people, get caught up, work ahead, or simply get homework done. We meet in room 213. Bring some work, a snack, maybe even your earphones! See Ms. Schendel if you have any questions.

CHROMEBOOKS

We are well into our one to one initiative, and as amazing as this new endeavor will be, there will be hiccups. What should students do if their device breaks? What if it just isn’t charged? We have options!


Chromebook Repairs

Students should report broken devices to Mrs. 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. If a student is keeping a device overnight, they will receive a pass indicating so.


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.

ATTENDANCE

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.

SCHOOL DAY/ARRIVAL/DISMISSAL

The doors at North High School open for students at 7:00 AM M-F. Buses will not allow students to depart buses bound for North prior to 7:00 AM. Please do not drop students off prior to 7:00 AM as they will not be permitted in the building. This creates problems on days we have inclement weather. The school day ends at 2:20 PM. Students not staying after for a supervised club, sport, or activity must exit the building by 3:00 PM. Below is the North bell schedule.

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CELL PHONE POLICY

Earlier in the summer the district communicated a change in how cell phones will be handled in the classroom going forward. Now that we are 1 to 1, the need for cell phones in the classroom has drastically decreased. Therefore, we are asking all students to keep their phones silenced and out of sight during class time. During study hall, lunch, or passing time, students will have free access to their phones. However, during academic times it is imperative that students comply with this request. Research has shown the negative effects that social media and cell phones in general have had on student attention spans. It’s time we helped them manage their screen time at school a little better. Please talk with your student about this change, and thank you in advance for your support.

CLINIC INFO

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.

SCHOOL MEALS

School meals will no longer be free, unless your child is approved for free lunches. The federal government has eliminated the program that previously allowed all students to obtain meals at no cost. For the 2022-2023 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.

POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONS AND SUPPORTS

At North, we have a program designed to promote positive behaviors. It is referred to as PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Support). Students are awarded Ranger Bucks when they demonstrate any of the traits we are focusing on – Respect, Responsibility, and Readiness to Learn. Students can turn in their Ranger Bucks at monthly Ranger Buck Stores, special events, and raffles throughout the year.

FOOD DELIVERY SERVICES

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.

SCHOOLOGY & POWERSCHOOL

You should become familiar with logging into two programs to help monitor your student’s academic progress. Schoology is our Learning Management System. Teachers post videos and assignments in Schoology. As a parent, you have the ability to access your child’s classes. You will need an access code to do so. PowerSchool is our Student Information Management System. This is where grades, attendance, and transcripts can be accessed. It is also where all emergency contacts and parent information is stored as well. If you need help gaining access to either of these programs, please call the main office for assistance.

SAFE SCHOOLS HELPLINE

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 text the helpline at 614-426-0240, then type TIPS. Students can make a voice call at 800-4-1-VOICE ext. 359 (800-418-6423 ext. 359).

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Are you interested in the youth programs offered by the local libraries, the YMCA, or parks and recreation departments, or other upcoming community activities? Are you looking for athletic leagues or scouting troops for your students?


Information from approved organizations who host activities for Willoughby-Eastlake youth and the community are now posted electronically. Paper flyers are no longer sent home with students. To access the flyers, visit COMMUNITY link on the district and building website pages http://www.weschools.org/CommunityActivities.aspx


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!

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 5 Prom 7:00 PM

May 11 Spring Choir Concert 7:00 PM

May 12 Seniors Last Instructional Day

May 15-16 Senior Final Exams

May 16 Senior Picnic

May 16 Senior Parade 6:30 PM North HS

May 23 Graduation 7PM Classic Park

May 22-24 Final Exams

May 24 Students Last Day