Chagrin Falls - Exempted Village Schools

Learning to stay home alone is a big - and important - milestone for both kids and parents. Join us on Feb. 19 (5–7:30 PM) at CF Intermediate School for a fun event with hands-on safety lessons for the whole family! Fire Safety First Aid Basics Street Smarts Internet Safety Mental Health Tools Learn from high school leaders, Chagrin Falls Police and Chagrin Valley Fire and enjoy snacks. Kids and parents will each have their own program tailored to supporting their needs. Spaces are limited—register today! https://bit.ly/3CtMm4t #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers

Here is the link for tonight's Board of Education meeting! https://bit.ly/CFEVSBOEJAN29

Gurney's 3rd grade STEM class is diving into the fascinating world of simple machines! 🌟 Third graders learned how simple machines, such as levers, pulleys, and wheels, make tasks easier by reducing effort or changing the direction of force. These foundational principles help students understand how the world around them works—building a strong base for exploring more complex machinery in the future. 🛠️✨ After learning about and building several simple machines, students took on an exciting challenge: designing and building compound machines to rescue a tiger! 🐯 This hands-on activity brought physics to life, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. Amazing work, 3rd grade engineers! 🚀 #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls

Second graders in Mrs. Gallik’s STEM class have been buzzing with excitement! 🐝🌸 They’ve been learning about pollination and seed germination, starting with a hands-on simulation of bees pollinating flowers. 🌱 Afterward, they got a closer look at plant life by dissecting seeds to explore their structure and learn how plants grow. 🐝🌸 #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether

📣 We’re Hiring! 🥎 Chagrin Falls High School is looking for an Assistant Softball Coach to join our team! Ready to inspire our student-athletes? 🔗 Apply here: chagrinschools.org/jobs 🧡🖤 #ChagrinTigers #CFtogether #ChagrinFalls #ChagrinSchools

✨ High School course selection for 2025-26 is underway! ✨ Parents, be sure to check out the HS Counseling Office page for: 📘 Course Selection Guide 📄 Scheduling Letters 🎓 AP, College Credit Plus, Credit Flex & Excel TECC ❓ Questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out to the counseling office, they are happy to help! 🎉 bit.ly/4av6zn4

To simpler times with this #TBT with the Chagrin students from 1943 🧡📸 #Classof1943

Activity Update! Some practices, games & activities will resume on Wednesday, January 22 after 3pm. Families should look for an email from coaches and/or club advisors with updates.

Chagrin Falls Schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, January 21 & 22, 2025 due to the forecasted extreme cold.  All practices and events are canceled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025.  Although schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, we will determine evening events for Wednesday at a later time.   Stay safe and warm

The Chagrin Falls Board of Education is accepting applications to fill an unexpired term ending December 31, 2025. Apply Here: https://www.chagrinschools.org/page/board-of-education 🐅✨ #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinFalls

The Chagrin Falls Board of Education has approved the appointment of Ms. Eva O'Mara as interim principal of Gurney Elementary School. The decision was made during the Board's regular meeting on January 15. Ms. O'Mara will begin her transition into the role starting next week and officially assume her duties as interim principal on February 1, 2025. Having retired in 2019 from the Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District, she taught at every level as an art teacher and finished her career as the principal of Highland Drive Elementary School. She had served as an assistant principal at the high school and middle school as well. While principal of Highland Drive Elementary, the school was named a U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School. "We are fortunate to have someone of Ms. O'Mara's caliber joining our administrative team at Gurney Elementary for the remainder of this school year," said Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Penczarski. "Her extensive experience in elementary education and proven leadership skills make her an excellent choice to guide our school community through this transition period." During her expansive 48-year career in education, Ms. O'Mara has earned numerous accolades, including the Northeast Ohio Education Association's Educator of the Year Award and the PSO Friend of Education Award. Since her retirement, Ms. O'Mara has remained active in education, serving as an interim assistant principal in the Twinsburg City School District and supporting classroom instruction at Dodge Intermediate School. She also was asked back by the Brecksville-Broadview Heights School District to facilitate the transition of Highland Drive Elementary School students to a newly constructed elementary school building. "Education isn’t just my profession—it’s my passion. I’m thrilled to collaborate with such a talented staff and can’t wait to get to know the incredible students and families of Gurney Elementary,” said Ms. O’Mara. “My goal is to support the amazing work already in place while keeping the focus squarely on student growth and success during this time of transition.” Beyond her professional duties, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to community service through her involvement in various volunteer organizations, including the Yuletide Hunger initiative. She serves on the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Board of Education. Ms. O'Mara holds both bachelor's and master's degrees from Baldwin Wallace University and is credentialed in both the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) and Ohio Principal Evaluation System (OPES), demonstrating her commitment to educational excellence and professional development. She also was named the 2016 Northeast Ohio Education Association’s Friend of Education. The district has already begun planning for long-term leadership at Gurney Elementary, initiating roundtable discussions with staff and families for the selection of a permanent principal to begin in the 2025-26 school year. Ms. O'Mara's appointment followed a thorough selection process that included input from a committee of Gurney teachers and administration.

Love the energy and pizzazz that the 1998 #ChagrinDanceTeam gave! 👯‍♀️🐯 #ThrowbackThursday #DanceTeam

Livestream link for the Chagrin Falls Board of Education meeting this evening! https://bit.ly/CFEVSBOEJAN15

Applications are due on January 21! https://www.chagrinschools.org/page/board-of-education https://www.cleveland.com/community/2025/01/chagrin-falls-school-board-is-accepting-applications-for-vacant-school-board-position.html

To rent or buy? What type of streaming service should I choose? Credit cards? Charitable giving? Our 8th-grade students tackled these real-world decisions and more during our Financial Literacy Day! Students participated in a hands-on budgeting simulation, role-playing as 25-30-year-old sole income providers, balancing bills, salaries, and family expenses while making critical financial decisions. 💡 A big thank you to our incredible 8th-grade team for the planning and preparation behind this lesson, and to the amazing volunteers who made it all possible. 🧡🖤 #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls

This fall, our criminal justice students took a deep dive into the world of traffic stops, getting hands-on experience with real-world scenarios. 🚓 Officer Baldwin and Mr. Scott guided the class through the step-by-step process of a traffic stop, highlighting the responsibilities of officers and the rights of citizens. Special thanks to Mr. Mulheman for being a great sport during the activity—we’re happy to report he left class with no charges! ⚖️ #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls

Looking back the language clubs during 1977! Comment what language you took and if you still remember any phrases! 🧡🌎 #ThrowbackThursday #ForeignLanguages

Collaboration and meaningful connections? Yes, please! 🙌 Ms. Packard and Ms. Schluep partnered for a Guidance and Innovation project with a theme we can all appreciate: Building Your Dream Team. 🎨💡 CFIS 4th and 6th graders brought creativity and gratitude together as they crafted thank-you notes for someone special on their dream team. 🧡🖤 ✨ 4th graders designed custom stickers using Canva, which were printed in the Makerspace. ✨ 6th graders elevated the project with laser-cut cards they designed and then cut out on the Makerspace Glowforge. These projects are the perfect blend of thoughtfulness, creativity, and innovation! 🌟 #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls

Just before break, our fourth graders took to the airwaves with their incredible newscasts! 🎙️✨ This high-quality lesson was designed by the 4th grade teachers to deeply engage students in writing, research, and public speaking. By blending creativity, collaboration, and even a touch of humor, students truly shined. Fantastic work, Tigers! 🐅👏 #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls

The Chagrin Falls Board of Education is accepting applications to fill an unexpired term ending December 31, 2025. Apply Here: https://www.chagrinschools.org/page/board-of-education 🐅✨ #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinFalls