Cleveland City Schools

🌟 A weekend full of talent at Candy’s Creek Cherokee Elementary School & Ross Elementary School! 🎭🐾 From 101 Dalmatians to Magic Tree House: The Knight at Dawn, these stages were alive with creativity! 👏

🚨 DID YOU KNOW? 🚨 Over 40% of high school students have reported that they have vaped, and the number is only rising. This concerning trend needs our immediate attention! Let's work together to educate, support, and protect our youth from the dangers of vaping. Together, we can make a difference! 📚💪

Are you looking for a new opportunity? Join the family at Arnold Memorial Elementary School!

HAPPENING TODAY 🌞✨ A partial solar eclipse will take place from 1:45 p.m. to 4:20 p.m., peaking at 3:00 p.m. in Cleveland! Let's enjoy this cosmic spectacle safely! 🌘🔭 Remember these safety tips: - Never look directly at the sun. - Use certified solar viewing glasses. - Supervise children closely.

Directors and Supervisors are currently meeting for their weekly cabinet meeting today—lots of great discussion happening!

Arnold Elementary Ranch Rodeo Recap! 🏀✈️ Thanks to Coach Reggie Tucker's CHS Running Raiders Basketball Team for an unforgettable Air Show! 🌟 They inspired our Mustangs with warm-up drills and a thrilling 3-point contest featuring LJ Adams! Huge shoutout to CHS mentors! 🙌 Go Mustangs! 🐎💪 #WeAreTheOne

After 36 years of dedicated service to Cleveland City Schools, Vice Principal Barbara Ector of Cleveland High School is retiring! 🌟 Mrs. Ector's warm "good morning" greetings have become a cherished tradition among students. Principal Bob Pritchard says, "Her dedication to our students' well-being has left an indelible mark." 🏫 Mrs. Ector's journey began over three decades ago when she moved to Cleveland, building strong ties to the community. Her retirement coincides with her grandson's graduation from CHS, marking a special family milestone. Reflecting on her career, Mrs. Ector emphasizes the importance of passion in education. 📚 In retirement, she plans to spend more time with family and her church community. Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Ector on her retirement and thanking her for her extraordinary service to our students and staff! 📚 🎉

Are you looking for your next opportunity? Join us and be part of something extraordinary at Cleveland Middle School!

Happy School Librarian Day to all the school librarians in Cleveland City Schools! 🎉 Thank you for your dedication and hard work in supporting our students and staff members. 📚 📖🍎

Happy Paraprofessionals Day! 🎉 Today, we're shining the spotlight on the paraprofessionals of Cleveland City Schools! 🌟 Your dedication, support, and commitment to our students make a difference every single day. We're incredibly grateful for everything you do.

🚭 DID YOU KNOW? 🚭 The most common reason teens begin vaping is because they see a friend or family member doing it and decide to try it. Let's break this cycle together! 💪 Our partnership with ATS The Bridge aims to prevent teen vaping! Spread awareness and help us create a positive impact! #StopTeenVaping 🌟

Happy National Assistant Principal Week! 🎉 A huge shoutout to the incredible assistant principals across our district! 👏 Your dedication, leadership, and support are truly appreciated. Thank you for all you do to ensure our schools thrive and our students succeed! 📚✨

CONGRATULATIONS 👏 Stacy Carson from Candy's Creek Cherokee Elementary School has been selected for the Cleveland Blue Star Award this month! 🏆 Thank you for your dedication to our students and families! 🎉

REMINDER: Cleveland City Schools will be closed on Friday, March 29th. Staff will participate in professional development on Monday, April 1st. Students will not attend school on this day. We hope you have a wonderful weekend!

🚭 Over 6100 Students Under 18 Try Vaping Every Day! 🚭 🚨 Attention Parents, Educators, and Teens! 🚨 Did you know that every single day, more than 6100 students under the age of 18 experiment with vaping for the very first time? This alarming statistic sheds light on a growing epidemic that demands our attention. 🛑 Let's Talk About the Dangers: Vaping isn't just harmless fun—it poses serious risks to your health and well-being. From nicotine addiction to harmful chemicals damaging your lungs, the consequences can be devastating. Don't fall for the allure of peer pressure or trendy marketing tactics. Your health is priceless!

🌟 We're thrilled to announce the district winners for Novice Teacher of the Year! 🌟 This is part of the Tennessee Department of Education’s Educator Recognition Program which focuses on recognizing teachers in the early stages of their careers. 🏆 Megan Carroll - Cleveland Middle School 🏆 Jordan Wagers - Cleveland High School 🏆 Chris Alvarez - Ross Elementary Congratulations on your outstanding achievement! Your dedication and passion for education inspire us all! 🍎

Cleveland City Schools will be on Spring Break from March 11th to March 15th. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable time off!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓 We are excited to welcome Kindergarten students to Cleveland City Schools! Enrollment is officially open! We will have a Kindergarten enrollment event on Saturday, March 23rd at CHS. You can learn more by visiting our website at clevelandschools.org

REMINDER: This is a friendly reminder that Tuesday, March 5th, is a Professional Development Day for Cleveland City Schools, students will not be at school.

Today, the King family donated a "Buddy Bench" to Blythe-Bower Playground in memory of Peyton King, a Cleveland High School Class of 2025 student and former Blythe-Bower attendee. Peyton, who passed away in 2019, was known for his kindness. The Buddy Bench will be the area's first, providing a safe space for students without playmates. Blythe-Bower principal, Dr. Joel Barnes, stated, “We are appreciative of this generous gift from Peyton’s family. Not only will students for years to come hear about Peyton and the type of kid he was, but hundreds of students will find a buddy right here.”