First Day of School!

Today was one of our smoothest first days ever! Our students were anxious to get started and appeared to enjoy the day. The first few days of school are all about establishing rules and routines. Please ask your children about some of our school's rules.

I look forward to a great year. Poland North Elementary School is a special place. It's special because of your children!

Don't forget about our first PTO meeting of the year. It will be held on Thursday, September 10th at 9:00 a.m. in Room 102.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Tick...Tock!

By this time tomorrow, I know outfits will be picked out, lunches packed and backpacks loaded up! It's hard to believe school is here!

Enjoy Labor Day with family and friends. Spending time with those you care about most is a great way to end the summer.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

P.S. Check out the website's calendar for updates! Others will be made very, very soon.

It's Almost Here!

The last few days of summer vacation have arrived! Before you know it, Tuesday morning will be here. If catching the bus, be outside between 7:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m. Remember, students cannot be dropped off before 7:45 a.m. Please make sure your children get a good breakfast to start their day, too.

Be sure to take a look at the calendar page. Information about upcoming events has been posted.

Enjoy the holiday weekend! I look forward to seeing a lot of SMILING faces on Tuesday.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Kindergarten Orientation!

Today's Kindergarten Orientation went very well. Miss Gura and Mrs. Gesacion had an opportunity to meet their students and give them a guided tour of the building. Our new students in grades 1-4 had a chance to stop by, too.

I'd like to thank Mrs. Blasko, Mrs. Kramer and Mrs. Orr for being at school today to help with PTO membership. Many of our new parents took the time to join. Thanks! Our first meeting is Thursday, September 10th at 9:00 a.m.

During the Kindergarten Orientation, I dropped the ball! Mrs. Sabrin, our PTO President, was right in front of me and I forgot to introduce her. Sorry Mrs. Sabrin. I'm sure I'll have a few more chances though before June.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Class Lists!

Class lists will be posted on the front doors of the school at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4th. All the way up until that time, lists can and do change due to new students enrolling. Thanks for being patient.

Once again, our school will be recycling aluminum cans. Feel free to drop off your empty cans any time. Thanks in advance.

It looks like the weather is going to be great for the Canfield Fair. If you are heading out later this week, have a great time. Don't eat too much!

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Congratulations!

As many of you know, the Ohio Department of Education released district and building ratings based on the 2008-2009 State Report Cards. I am proud to announce that Poland North Elementary School received the ODE's highest rating: "Excellent with Distinction".....for the 2nd year in a row! According to the Vindicator's article today, there are 67 schools in Mahoning County that were rated. Of those 67, only 2 were designated Excellent with Distinction. I'd like to congratulate our students, staff, PTO and parents for their commitment to the students of our school!

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Thanks PTO!

I had lunch today with this year's PTO Officers. Before our year even begins, I'd like to thank Tammy Sabrin, Heather Sandy, Diane Kluchar, Melissa Kellgren and Callie Kopp for their dedication to the students and staff of Poland North Elementary School! I am looking forward to yet another successful year. It is nice to know that our students always have and always will come first.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci