Quality Profile 2022-23 - North Royalton City School

2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR

NORTH ROYALTON CITY SCHOOLS

MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY

For the past decade, we’ve been proud to produce our Quality Profile, which showcases the incredible collaboration between our students, staff, and community. Our mission is to “inspire and empower learners” from preschool all the way through senior year.

Within this publication, you’ll find highlights of our academic achievements, arts programs, student leadership and activities, fiscal responsibility, parent and community involvement, and pupil services. It’s our way of demonstrating the value of a North Royalton City Schools education.

In the 2022-23 school year, we adopted our new District Strategic Plan, focusing on four key areas: Culture and Collaboration, Curriculum and Instruction, Safety and Security, and Finances and Capital Assets. This plan ensures that we create a safe, positive environment for our students to learn and grow while maintaining a strong commitment to fiscal responsibility. Open communication and a strong partnership between home and school are vital to achieving these goals.

Together, let’s make this school year the best yet for our students, staff, and the entire NoRo Nation!

Stay connected with our efforts to inspire greatness by downloading our new District app on your mobile device, visiting our new website, and following the hashtag #NRInspireGreat on social media. We truly appreciate your ongoing support in making our schools exceptional places of learning. Thank you!

Sincerely,

Michael Laub, Superintendent North Royalton City Schools

440-582-9030 | michael.laub@northroyaltonsd.org

ACADEMICS

NORTH ROYALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (PRESCHOOL – GRADE 4)

Our previous three elementary schools received national recognition over the years. We look forward to achieving many more awards for educational excellence in our future at North Royalton Elementary School. Some of those accomplishments include:

• Valley Vista – Ohio Hall of Fame School 2016, State of Ohio Overall A Award 2019

• Royal View – National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence 2010, Ohio Hall of Fame School 2015

• Albion – National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence 2014, State of Ohio Overall A Award 2018 & 2019

Excellence in education continues in our new building with a state of the art facility designed to maximize studentcentered learning opportunities. Each of our learning communities feature collaborative learning areas, project labs, traditional classroom spaces and small group rooms that provide flexibility for all types of instruction. In addition, NRES contains an increasingly popular design feature, often referred to as collaboration stairs. The first, second, third, and fourth grade wings have these extended learning spaces that are often used for presentations and breakout groups.

• Students in grades 3 and 4 that are identified as gifted in the areas of reading and/or math are clustered in classrooms with teachers who have received high-

quality gifted professional development training to provide differentiated instruction to meet their needs

• A Multi-Tiered System of Supports is used for reading, math and behavior (Positive Behavior Intervention Supports) in grades K-4 to provide evidence-based, targeted interventions

• Title I reading support is provided for qualified students in grades K-4

• Updated science curriculum materials to engage students in exploratory learning and lab opportunities

• STEM opportunities embedded into the science and media/technology curriculum

• Student Merit/Honor/Presidential awards in grades 3 and 4

• Building-wide elementary reading theme (One Book One School)

• Family Literacy Night

• Family Math Night

• Learning Fair to culminate the fourth-grade school year

• Peer reading and academic assistance

• District scores above the state average in math and English language arts

• Technology integration into all K-4 classrooms utilizing Chromebooks

NORTH ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 5 - 8)

• Interdisciplinary team approach to learning based on the middle-level philosophy as outlined by This We Believe, the position paper published by the Association for Middle-Level Education

• Advanced math and enriched English language arts courses available beginning in grade 5

• RISE (Research Independent Study Extravaganza) for students in enriched English language arts courses

• High school credit offerings for qualified students in the areas of algebra I, geometry and world language; NRMS also offers high school credit for eighth-grade health.

• Flex period where instruction can be tailored to the individual needs of the students in grades 5-8

• Multi-Tiered System of Supports used for reading, math and behavior (Positive Behavior Intervention Supports) in grades 5-8

• Title I reading and math support for qualified students in grades 5-6

• Exploratory courses offered at all grade levels including art, choir, band, digital life, cultural reading (world language introduction), health, leadership, STEM/Gateway to Technology, gaming and design, and physical education

• Grade 5 Space Night for parents, families and community members to extend the space curriculum

NORTH ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9 - 12)

• National Merit Scholarship Finalist: one student

• National Merit Commended Students: four students

• 89% of seniors plan to attend a two-year or four-year college or university or a trade school

• 1.3% of seniors plan to join the military

• 8% of seniors plan to enter the workforce

• 37.7% of seniors received an Honors Diploma

• 18% of seniors were members of National Honor Society

• 8.5% Magna Cum Laude

• 19% Summa Cum Laude

• ACT Mean Scores: English 23.8, Math 25.2, Reading 24.8, Science 24.6, Composite 24.8

• SAT Mean Scores (2021-22): Reading and Writing 617, Math 618

• AP Scholar Roster: 42 AP Scholars, 16 AP Scholars with Honor, 36 AP Scholars with Distinction

• AP Equity and Excellence - Percentage of students who scored 3 or higher on at least one AP Exam this year: 12th grade 31.5%, 11th grade 20.6%, 10th grade 13%

• World Languages: Spanish, French, and German; English (as a Foreign Language)

• 19 Advanced Placement Courses: American Government, United States History, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Psychology, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics I, Physics II, French, Spanish,

Computer Science Principles, Computer Science A, Music Theory and Composition

• 18 Honors Courses: Algebra II/Trigonometry, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, English 9, English 10, World History, Spanish III, Spanish IV, German III, German IV, French III, French IV, Concepts in Instrumental Music, Studio Art

• Intervention Services: Special Education Services, Academic Assistance, Learning Lab, Co-Teaching, Multi-Tiered System of Supports, National Honor Society Tutoring, and Apex Credit Recovery

• College Credit Plus: select in-house College Credit Plus course options through Lorain County Community College in addition to our local college options

• Senior Exit Portfolio – graduation requirements designed to provide an opportunity for students to reflect on their high school experience and accomplishments during a formal interview

• Pride of NRHS – quarterly student recognition ceremony to celebrate engagement, character, leadership, and achievement

• Career-based education through the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center (CVCC)

• NRHS named to U.S. News & World Report’s Top High Schools in the United States. It ranks #28 in Cleveland and #117 in Ohio (out of 750 schools ranked in Ohio)

ARTS

NORTH ROYALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• 45 minutes each day of either art, music, physical education or media/tech on a rotating basis

• Produce a unique daily announcement show that is broadcast over the school’s Epson project systems

• Students in grades 3 and 4 learn to play the ukulele

• Student artwork is displayed

• Students earned awards in the PTA Reflections program

NORTH ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

• Students in grades 5-7 participate in a full year of choir or band providing them with opportunities to learn about music theory and how to perform for a live audience; it is optional for grade 8 students to take choir/band

• Jazz band for students in grades 6-8

• Show Choir for students in grades 7 and 8

• PTA sponsored variety show

• Students earned awards in the PTA Reflections program

• Participants in the Marilyn Bianchi Kids’ Playwriting Festival at Dobama Theater

NORTH ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL

• The NRHS Marching Band achieved their 32nd consecutive year of earning a “Superior” rating at the State OMEA band competition

• NRHS Show Choir has competed in local and state competitions (OMEA) over the years with great success

• One student at North Royalton High School earned national awards for three art pieces in the Scholastic Art and Writing Competition in the 2022-23 school year; these awards included one Silver Key and two Honorable Mentions

• Three students at North Royalton High School earned national awards for six writing pieces in the Scholastic Art and Writing Competition in the 2022-23 school year; these awards included two Silver Keys and four Honorable Mentions

• Students earned awards in the PTA Reflections program

• Four North Royalton High School students were selected as finalists in the inaugural DePaul’s Blue Book: Best American High School Writing 2022

• Band and choir students spread the love of music to our community through performances at Community Home Days and for senior citizens

• Elective Music Courses: Adventures in Music, Pop, Rock & Contemporary Music, Beginning Piano, Music Technology, and AP Music Theory

• Band Courses: Band I, Band II, Band III, Band IV and Jazz Band I & II

• Choir Courses: Concert Choir (grades 10-12), Show Choir (grades 9-12) and Freshman Choir

• Band Front: Royalaires (Flag Corps) and Royalettes (Drill/Dance Team)

• Fall drama production, spring musical and Snapshots (children’s play)

• PTA Talent Show

• Visual Arts Courses: Art Foundations, Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Digital Photography and Design, Sculpture & 3D Design, Crafts and Honors Studio Art I-IV

• Annual Student Art Show

• Annual Inkwell Literary Magazine

STUDENT LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES

STUDENT LEADERSHIP

NORTH ROYALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• Student Council

• Kids Heart Challenge (NRES earned the distinction as the American Heart Association’s National Rookie of the Year school for raising more than $31,000)

• Student Ambassadors/Conflict Managers/Peer Mediation

• NRES Kindness Council

• Creation of a Caring Closet for students that may need clothing, shoes, coats, etc.

• Girls on the Run

• Holiday Giving Tree and Holiday Food Drive

• Service Project to help the North Royalton Food Pantry

• Peer Leadership programs – grade 4

• Veterans Day program and virtual presentation

• Community service projects

• Valentine’s Day cards for active military stationed in the Middle East

• Collected $1,294 to benefit the North Royalton Family Services Adopt a Child for Christmas Campaign

• Halloween Candy Give Back Program

NORTH ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

• Where Everyone Belongs (WEB) - Grade 8 leaders (orientation guides/leaders for students transitioning to middle school from grade 4 to grade 5)

• Grade 8 NRMS Honor Society – serve as flag raisers and volunteers at Greater Cleveland Food Bank, as well as lead spring team-building activities with students in grade 4 to help them transition to middle school

• Student Council (all grades)

• Pride of NRMS - monthly ceremony to recognize students who live The BEAR Way

• NRMS Leadership Conference - leadership development for grades 7 and 8 hosted by NRMS Honor Society/Student Council students involving middle level students from Northeast Ohio

• Cafeteria Advisory Committee - students can create their own clubs and meet with peers regularly during their lunch periods

NORTH ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL

• Student Council, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, Key Club, Principal’s Student Advisory, STAND and Link Crew (Freshman Transition)

• Two North Royalton High School students participated in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Student Visionaries program raising funds for blood cancer research

• Community service projects – local food bank drive, Giving Tree, Stuff the Bus, Coats for Kids, Relay for Life, Volley for the Cure, Annual Glo-Ro Dance for a local charity; the high school also maintains a Caring Closet that is supported through both clothing and monetary donations from the community

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

NORTH ROYALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• Kids Heart Challenge

• Career Week

• Reading and math incentive programs

• Random Acts of Kindness

• Breakfast with a Buddy

• Wax Museum in grade 3

• Learning Fair in grade 4

NORTH ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

• STAND (Students Together Against Negative Decisions)

• Science Olympiad

• Bowling Club

• Fishing Club

• Chain Links

• Show Choir

• Jazz Band

• WNRMS Club (morning broadcast)

• Winter Sports Club (skiing/ snowboarding)

• Power of the Pen

• Intramurals (students in grades 5 and 6)

• Interscholastic athletics (students in grades 7 and 8)

NORTH ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL

• Academic Challenge

• Art League

• Band (Marching, Concert, Jazz)

• Book Club

• Broadcast Club

• Business Leaders of America

• Choir

• Computer Club

• Deutsch Klub

• Drama Club

• Environmental Awareness Club

• ESports Club

• French Club

• Garden Club

• Indoor Track & Field

• Inkwell

• Intramurals

• International Thespian Society

• Investing Club

• Key Club

• Letterman’s Club

• Link Crew

• Mascot Club

• Math Club

• Mock Trial

• Multicultural & World Affairs Club

• National Art Honor Society

• National Business Honor Society

• National Honor Society

• Paragon/Yearbook

• Principal’s Advisory Board

• Robotics

• Royalaires

• Royalettes

• Royal Harmony

• Royal News Club

• Science Club

• Science Olympiad

• Snowboard and Ski Club

• Spanish Club

• Speech and Debate

• Spirit Club

• STAC (Special Teen Activities Club)

• STAND (Students Together Against Negative Decisions)

• Student Council

• Video Technology Club

ATHLETICS

HIGH SCHOOL TEAMS

• Boys and Girls Track

• JV/V: Girls Basketball

• JV/V: Softball

• 9/JV/V: Cheer

• V: Gymnastics

• JV/V: Girls Soccer

• JVA/JVB/V: Boys Soccer

• JV/V: Boys Tennis

• JV/V: Girls Tennis

• 9/JV/V: Volleyball

• Boys & Girls: Cross Country

• Boys & Girls: Swimming

• 9/JV/V: Boys Basketball

• JV/V: Boys Golf

• JV/V: Girls Golf

• 9/JV/V: Football

• JV/V: Wrestling (Boys & Girls)

• 9/JV/V: Baseball

• Boys & Girls Bowling

MIDDLE SCHOOL TEAMS

• 7th & 8th Boys & Girls Cross Country

• 7th & 8th Football

• 7th & 8th Fall & Winter Cheer

• 7th & 8th Volleyball

• 7th & 8th Boys Basketball

• 7th & 8th Girls Basketball

• 7th & 8th Wrestling

• 7th & 8th Boys & Girls Track

NCAA (NLI) NATIONAL SIGNING DAY

• Chris Domke - Baseball - Youngstown State University (DI)

• David Swab - Golf – University of Detroit Mercy (DI)

• Jake Michalak - Baseball - The Ohio State University (DI)

• Sayed Abuhamdeh - Football - Kent State University (DI)

• William Digiovanni - Football - Tiffin University (DII)

• Dominic Catanese II - Bowling - University of Rio Grande (NAIA)

• Mia Maddamma - Softball - Baldwin Wallace University (DIII)

• Liz White - Softball - Marietta College (DIII)

• Rylie Haynes - Track & Field - University of Mount Union (DIII)

• James Zeilmann - Soccer - Hiram College (DIII)

• Megan DeAngelis - Cheer - Ohio University - (DI)

• Joey Escano - Baseball - Bryant & Stratton College (JUCO)

ACADEMIC ALL-OHIO

BASEBALL

Andrew Kortan

Ben Pacholski

Frank Audino

Gavin Jones

Joseph Schmidt

Matt Abbott

Mike Piazza

Tyler Collaros

Vincent Koprowski

ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARD RECIPIENTS

SOCCER

Tyler Darby

Tommy Joniec

Zach Meluch

Brady Miozzi

Andrew Oriold

Charlie Putnam

Alex Bottomley

Claire Kramer

Keira O’Callahan

Fiona Parker

Elana Scocos

WRESTLING

TRACK & FIELD

Kyle Sandborn

Mannix Wasco

Sophia Antonio

Merlin Scaria

Rylie Haynes

Julia Sprecher

Marissa Ratliff

Harold N. Conrad Award/Outstanding Male Athlete Kyle Sandborn

Herman L. Joy Outstanding Female Athlete Elizabeth White

Eric L. Gibson Award

Academic Athlete of the Year Anna Merlin Scaria

FISCAL STEWARDSHIP

The North Royalton City School District continues to experience economic development in the areas of real estate and commercial property. This economic development does not necessarily mean the School District is receiving revenue increases proportionate to the real estate development. Current state law prohibits school districts in Ohio from receiving additional tax revenue when the Fiscal Officer’s Office reevaluates property values. In 1976, the Ohio General Assembly passed House Bill 920. This law requires the tax rate to be lowered by the same percentage property values are increased by the Fiscal Officer’s Office reevaluation. In the calendar year 2022, the North Royalton City School District levied 64.60 mills of taxes to fund its operations. House Bill 920 lowered those mills to 39.50 for residential and agricultural properties and 39.52 mills for other real estate properties.

In essence, House Bill 920 removes inflationary growth in revenues and requires school districts in Ohio to periodically place tax issues on the ballot for voter approval in order to receive additional revenues to offset rising costs in its operations and building needs.

The School District is also committed to seeking out federal and state grants to offset operational expenses. In fiscal year 2023, we applied for and received $1,512,330 in federal funding.

The School District participates in the Suburban Health Consortium, which pools our health insurance needs with other districts creating a purchasing network allowing us to keep our premium cost lower than what could be obtained on our own.

We also utilize the Ohio Schools Council, which enables us to pool our purchasing needs with other school districts for our everyday needs. We are able to purchase school buses, paper, instructional equipment and supplies at prices below what we could purchase on our own.

The combination of all these money saving programs along with the grant seeking applications has allowed the North Royalton City School District to maintain fiscal responsibility and remain one of the lowest taxing districts in Cuyahoga County.

WHAT IS OUR REVENUE SOURCE?

As can be seen by the pie graph to the right, the North Royalton City School District is dependent on real estate to meet the growing needs of education.

Real estate represents our largest revenue source at 73.39 percent followed by state revenue at 19.31 percent and finally other revenue sources at 7.3 percent. Other revenue sources consist of food service operations at 3.00 percent, student fees, building rentals and reimbursements at .91 percent, student tuition at .96 percent, casino allocation of .42 percent, federal reimbursement at .28 percent and interest on investment at 1.73 percent.

Interest on investment is one of the fourth largest revenue sources due to our cash on hand, current interest rates, and our investment policy. The School District adheres to regulations set forth in the Ohio Revised Code to ensure the safety of its investments. All of the School District’s cash is pooled for investment purposes in order to maximize yield while protecting principal. The School District’s investment objectives are to preserve principal, obtain liquidity, maximize income, and minimize cost for investment services.

WHAT IS THE MONEY SPENT ON?

The School District spends 63.26 percent of the budget to fund instructional expenses. Supporting services for pupil, staff and business operations encompasses an additional 25.38 percent. The remaining 11.36 percent is budgeted to facilitate other obligations of the School District such as the food service program, transportation, and numerous extracurricular activities.

CREDIT RATING

In July 2017, administrators of the North Royalton City School District met with representatives from Moody’s Investor Services to speak to them about our District, our plan and our strong financial position. Based on this meeting, Moody’s issued our District a credit rating of Aa2, which is a strong rating for a school district. On November 22, 2021, Moody’s Investor Services issued their Annual Comment on the North Royalton City School District and maintained Aa2 credit rating, which

is slightly above the median rating of Aa3 for U.S. school districts. Under the financial performance section, the report described the District as having a superb financial position, which is slightly favorable relative to the rating of Aa2. It further went on to say the available fund balance ration is strong at 44.8 percent. The Aa2 rating will allow the District to maintain a low borrowing interest rate saving our taxpayers in interest rate expense in the future.

PARENT & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

NORTH ROYALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• Create and maintain a social media presence on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for North Royalton Elementary School

• Veterans Day program and virtual presentation

• PTA

• Classroom volunteers

• Cedar Point Family Day (more than 400 attended this year)

• Kindergarten/New Student Orientation Program

• Breakfast with a Buddy

• Family Literacy Night

• Family Math Night

• Learning Fair for grade 4 and families

• Wax Museum for grade 3 and families

• Career Week involving parent presenters

• Community Fundraiser Nights at various restaurants

NORTH ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

• In a partnership with Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, grades 6 and 8 students participate in Life Act, a program that teaches teens about mental health, recognizing depression and preventing suicide

• Chain Links Club conduct various “pay-it-forward” gestures to benefit the school and community, most notably the “Stuff the Bus” campaign, coordinated by the transportation department

• Honor Society students volunteer three times a year at the Cleveland Foodbank

• A collaborative relationship with PTA provides the opportunity for students to develop socially and emotionally through numerous activities such as a fall and winter tailgate and a spring dance for grades 7 and 8

NORTH ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL

• NRHS is the host site for numerous community events such as the PTA Craft Fair, NRECPTA Children’s Resale, PTA Founders’ Night, and Talent Show

• A collaborative relationship exists with NRHS PTA in which they provide scholarships for graduating seniors. Also, PTA members serve on a committee for NRHS summer reading selections

• PTA serves refreshments and snacks during Homecoming and Glo-Ro Dances

• NRHS Alumni Association holds monthly meetings and honors distinguished alums

• Art department hosts Student Art Show and Parent/Student Paint and Take Art Night

• Band participates in North Royalton Home Days as well as Broadview Heights’ Memorial Day Parade

• Senior Scholarship Night: Community members and businesses award local scholarships to graduating seniors

• Band, Choir and Athletic Booster Clubs provide opportunities for community involvement

• Counseling department provides parent information sessions – Get Set for College, Financial Aid Night and Freshman/New Student Orientation

PUPIL SERVICES

The Office of Pupil Services has oversight of the District’s special education services, Section 504 compliance, central registration, home-schooling, homelessness, foster care, residency and custody verification, school counseling and District health services. Pupil Services is a significant component of the total instructional program of the North Royalton City Schools, as noted through the following services:

• For students who are suspected of having a disability, a multi-factored evaluation process is available for students from birth through age 21.

• All school buildings (preschool through students in grade 12) offer a continuum of services from selfcontained supports to inclusion opportunities. This continuum allows the District to meet the diverse needs of students with supports and services that are individualized based on the identified needs.

• Home instruction services provided by certified teachers are available to students who are unable to attend school for an extended period as documented by a medical doctor.

• Each school boasts a Positive Behavior Intervention Supports System (PBIS) that proactively provides a structure of expectations and consequences for

student behavior. Our Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, referred to as the “Bears Den,” provides instruction in positive social relationships. Students at each level meet regularly in class meetings for discussion on topics involving bullying prevention and social interactions.

• The District supports mental health needs by providing school counselors in each building, who work with students on personal development. School psychologists provide further psychoeducational evaluations and individual supports.

• The District employs a full-time Child and Family Support Specialist (housed at the middle school). This specialist works on an individual basis with families to create a system of support and engagement and bridge the gap between community resources.

• A specialized preschool program for children who have identified disabilities is available for children ages 3-5.

• School clinic services are available that are directed by a health coordinator. Licensed practical nurses staff these building clinics and address medication management, injuries and illness in the buildings.

NORTH ROYALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• “The BEAR Way” (Be Mindful, Embrace Kindness, Act with Integrity, Respond with Resilience) which is the school-wide PBIS plan is implemented at NRES

• The Lil’ Bears Preschool Program provides early childhood services for preschoolers with disabilities, as well as for typically developing peers; the preschool staff works with children ages 3-5 to provide early learning opportunities and practice in pre-academic and behavioral skills

• Access to child/family life specialist (housed at the middle school)

• Services for English language learners

• Partnership with Guidestone (grief counseling)

• Partnership with Positive Education Program (PEP)

• Full time counselors available for students in grades K-4

• Community partnership with the YMCA for before/ after school care

• Transition processes between buildings at grade level changes

• Bears’ Den/ Learning Community

• Mindful MorningsYoga/Mindfulness

• Sensory Paths and Zones of Regulation

NORTH ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

• “The BEAR Way” (Be Mindful, Embrace Kindness, Act with Integrity, Respond with Resilience) which is the school-wide PBIS plan is implemented at NRMS

• Weekly community outings for students engaged in the independent living skills curriculum

• Specific student services for students requiring assistance as an English language learner, speech/ language, or counseling through our school counselors, child/family life specialist or school psychologist

NORTH ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL

• “The BEAR Way” (Be Mindful, Embrace Kindness, Act with Integrity, Respond with Resilience) which is the school-wide PBIS plan is implemented at NRHS

• Learning Lab teacher support during the school day

• Quarterly Bears’ Den staff/student mentoring groups

• Pride of NRHS – quarterly student recognition ceremony to celebrate engagement, character, leadership and achievement

• Specific student services for students requiring assistance as an English language learner, speech/language or counseling through our school counselors or school psychologist

• National Honor Society student tutoring before, during and after school

• The counseling department, in collaboration with our special education department, offers The Caring Closet to students in need of specific clothing and personal items

• Link Crew student mentoring

DIGITAL LEARNING

As a District, we are continually researching and evaluating new technologies to further our mission of inspiring and empowering learners. Students’ access to technology is crucial in education today. The integration of technology into the curriculum empowers students to engage in enhanced learning experiences. It also allows teachers to facilitate differentiated learning opportunities to meet the needs of all students. Today’s learners must be able to collaborate, think critically and incorporate technology not only in their current studies, but as they prepare for their future. We meet this essential technology need by providing the following infrastructure and equipment:

• Our technology team manages several thousand devices for students and staff to use on a daily basis including: 280 iPads; 4,500 Chromebooks; 360 wireless access points; and 600 PC devices.

• Our physical network consists of more than 100 individual network switches, 300+ security devices, 750 IP phones, and miles of cable. Our brand new Network Operations Center houses all of our District essential network equipment and includes back-up power to ensure educational delivery.

• High-speed wireless access is available within each of our buildings and throughout the entirety of our campus. Our 1Gbps internet service provides increased bandwidth to support all learning phases.

• Students in grades 5-12 are assigned a Chromebook that is permitted to travel to and from school on a daily basis. Class sets of Chromebooks are readily available in classrooms for grades K-4. Class sets of iPads are readily available for our preschool learners.

• PC computer labs are in place in the middle and high school to support instruction and unique learning experiences for students.

• North Royalton is a Google Apps for Education District. We use a common platform for facilitating learning, communication and collaboration.

BUILDINGS

CENTRAL OFFICE

6579 Royalton Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

(440) 237-8800

Michael Laub, Superintendent

Biagio Sidoti, Treasurer

NORTH ROYALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

16400 State Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

(440) 582-9060

Kirk Pavelich, Lead Principal

Mike McGinnis, Principal PreK - K

Lesley Smith, Assistant Principal Grade 1-2

Vince Ketterer, Principal Grades 3-4

NORTH ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

14709 Ridge Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

(440) 582-9120

Erin Calabrese, Principal

Kevin Atkins, Assistant Principal

David Guciardo, Assistant Principal

Jasminne Wessel, Assistant Principal

NORTH ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL

14713 Ridge Road

North Royalton, OH 44133

(440) 582-7801

Sean Osborne, Principal

Kristin Hubbell, Assistant Principal

Matt Yappel, Assistant Principal

Bridget Zywiec, Assistant Principal

ADMINISTRATION

MICHAEL LAUB, Superintendent (440) 582-9030

BIAGIO SIDOTI, Treasurer (440) 582-9045

MELISSA VOJTA, Assistant Superintendent (440) 582-9038

JEFFREY CICERCHI, Director of Secondary Curriculum and Instruction (440) 582-9050

PATRICK FARRELL, Director of Human Resources (440) 582-9036

JULIE BOGDEN, Director of Pupil Services (440) 582-9143

TRICIA POZSGAI, Director of Technology (440) 582-9056

HARRY A. SWARTZLANDER IV, Food Services Supervisor (440) 582-9041

BRIAN CLARK, Maintenance Supervisor (440) 582-9043

LARRY LERCH, Transportation Supervisor (440) 582-9151

BO KUNTZ, Athletic Director (440) 582-7822

BOARD OF EDUCATION

DR. JOHN H. KELLY, Board President john.kelly@northroyaltonsd.org

ANNE REINKOBER, Vice President anne.reinkober@northroyaltonsd.org

HEIDI DOLEZAL, Board Member heidi.dolezal@northroyaltonsd.org

JEREMIAH SAWYER, Board Member jeremiah.sawyer@northroyaltonsd.org

LISA SHUCK, Board Member lisa.shuck@northroyaltonsd.org