Berea City School District

8/1 Stuff the Bus Supply Drive

8/8 Stuff the Bus Supply Pick Up

8/10 Board of Education Meeting

8/20 First Day of School Grades 1-12

8/24 First Day of School Kindergarten

For a complete list of important dates, visit our Back-to-School Information Hub

2026-2027 School Year Calendar

Welcome to all of our new Titan families, and welcome back to those returning for another school year!

The start of a new school year is always filled with excitement, anticipation, and preparation. As we get ready to welcome students back on August 20, this newsletter includes important information, reminders, and updates to help your family prepare for a successful start to the 2026-2027 school year.

Please take a few moments to read through the newsletter carefully. It is filled with resources, key dates, and back-to-school information that will help you and your student start the year with confidence.

You can also visit our Back-to-School Information Hub for the latest updates, important links, and helpful resources throughout the start of the school year.

On behalf of the Berea City School District, thank you for your continued partnership. We look forward to another great year together.

Be safe, be kind, and ALWAYS be a Titan!

Tracy L. Wheeler

Superintendent

Beginning with the first day of school, the Berea-Midpark High School schedule will be:

• School begins: 7:10 a.m. (previously 7:20 a.m.)

• School dismisses: 2:10 p.m. (previously 2:20 p.m.)
  
  

If you missed that communication or would like to review it again, you can read it here: https://app.smore.com/n/9zn41

For school start and end times for all buildings, visit https://www.berea.k12.oh.us/district/about-bcsd/school-start-and-end-times

All students will continue to receive free breakfast and lunch through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, and all students will be automatically enrolled. The CEP helps eliminate the stigma associated with free and reduced-price meals while supporting a positive learning environment.

The no cost meals provided at breakfast and lunch include a hot or cold entree, side dishes such as hot/cold/fresh vegetables and fresh/canned fruits, 100% fruit juice and milk. Additional items, such as snacks and beverages are available for purchase.

Parents are encouraged to contact Nutrition Services Supervisor Tina Wasserbauer at twasserbauer@bereaschools.org or 216-267-2142 with questions regarding food allergies, special dietary needs, or other meal accommodations.

Cashless Cafeterias

If students wish to purchase snacks/beverages, parents must deposit money into their students’ accounts using Infinite Campus Food Service. You may also drop off checks (preferred) or cash at to the school office in an envelope clearly labeled "Lunch Money" with the student's first and last name and ID number. Please make checks payable to the school cafeteria.

Families are asked and encouraged to complete the Income Eligibility Verification Application (must be printed and filled out) to access additional benefits, including increased state and federal funding for staff, equipment, and supplies; discounts on fees for academic assessments; and access to local scholarships, tuition assistance for dual credit and AP courses, and discounts on college application fees. By completing the application, you help the district continue to provide valuable resources and opportunities for every student.

All high school and middle school students in the Berea City School District will have the opportunity to attend their school athletic home games free of charge!

This exciting initiative has been extended, meaning that our students can cheer on their fellow Titans at no cost, making it easier than ever to support their friends and classmates. To gain free entry, students will need to register for their FREE ticket to EACH game they plan on attending. They can do this on the ticket website using their lunch code. More details to follow!

Here are the key details:

• Free entry applies to regular season, home games only

• High school students will be admitted free of charge to high school home events

• Middle school students will be admitted free of charge to middle school home events.

• The Student Sports Pass will still be available for $35 for students who attend games at a different building (e.g., any K-8 student who attends BMHS games), offering the savings of the Student Pass.

Sports play a crucial role in developing teamwork, school spirit, and a sense of community. By providing free access to our athletic events, we are encouraging our students to get involved and support their peers, fostering a stronger, more united school environment.

Students, mark your calendars! We can’t wait to see the stands filled with enthusiastic students, cheering on our Titans!

The convenience and savings of Titans Athletic Passes will be available soon for the 2026-27 school year. Whether purchasing a Titan Pass which will get you in to every home game for every sport at both BMHS and BMMS, or getting an individual sport pass, there are plenty of options to fit your Titans Athletics experience.

The 2026-27 Berea City School District Information Guide should be arriving soon, if it hasn't already.

Inside, you'll find our school directory and hours, information about health services, nutrition services, Infinite Campus, procedures for school closings and delays, our before and after care program, transportation services, back-to-school important dates, and a listing of contacts for specific departments and topics. This guide is your quick reference for key information, ensuring you have the resources and contacts you need for a successful school year.

This notice is a requirement per Ohio Senate Bill 29 (“SB29”) that was passed by the Ohio General Assembly at the end of June 2024, was signed by Governor DeWine on July 24, 2024, and became effective on October 24, 2024. This legislation introduced new rules about how and when schools can access and monitor school-issued devices, and we want to ensure you are aware of these changes. Please be aware that the District, either directly or through a technology provider, is able to monitor all school-issued devices (as that term is defined by R.C. 3319.325). The monitoring can include the following features: student interactions with school-issued devices, including web activity and keystroke monitoring, and to prevent and respond to threats to life or safety. The District monitors these features for educational purposes of instruction, technical support, exam proctoring, and/or as required by the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA).

What Does Senate Bill 29 Say About Monitoring Student Devices?

Under SB 29, schools and technology providers have the ability to access school-issued devices (such as laptops or tablets) under specific circumstances to ensure student safety and the appropriate use of technology. However, the bill also requires that families are promptly informed when such access occurs.

Key Points to Know:

1. Notification Requirement: If a school district or a technology provider accesses a student’s device, the school is required to notify the student or their parent/guardian within 72 hours. The notice must include:

1. A written description of the reason for accessing the device

2. Details about which features of the device were accessed (e.g., camera, microphone, browsing history)

3. A description of any potential threat that led to the access

2. Exception for Imminent Threats: In cases where immediate notification could pose a danger to the life or safety of students or staff, the school is allowed to delay the notification. In such cases, the school must notify the student or parent within 72 hours after the threat has passed.

Why Is This Important?

This policy aims to strike a balance between protecting students' safety and maintaining transparency about how school-issued devices are monitored. As schools continue to use technology to enhance learning, it's important to ensure both privacy and security are maintained. These monitoring provisions are designed to help safeguard students from potential online threats or misuse of school-provided technology while keeping you informed of any interventions.

What Can You Expect?

Should any school personnel or technology providers need to access your child’s device, you will receive a notification within 72 hours as required by SB 29. This notification will clearly explain:

• Why the device was accessed

• What action was taken

• What safety concern, if any, prompted the access

We want to assure you that any monitoring or access to student devices will only occur in accordance with the law and to protect student well-being.

Our priority is always the safety and privacy of all students, and we will continue to follow these guidelines responsibly. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The Securly Parent Portal gives parents the ability to view online activity outside of the classroom, such as sites browsed, social media use and activity, and items searched. Parents can also set controls outside school hours. We encourage parents to download the Securly Home app. The app will help to safeguard your child’s online activity when devices come home and give you more control.

Educational resources utilized by the District:

https://sdpc.a4l.org/district_listing.php?districtID=4607

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.berea.k12.oh.us/departments-services/technology/chromebook-info-parent-help-ticket/securly

Pursuant to Ohio Rev. Code 3313.473(B)(4), this document lists of all health care services available to our students through the School District and in connection with outside providers. As a parent, you may withhold consent or decline care on behalf of your child for any of the physical, mental, or behavioral health care services listed. Please note that withholding consent or declining access to services will not waive your right to access your child’s educational or health care records.

If you choose to opt out of any services, please print, complete, and return this form to your child’s school. A separate form must be completed for each child. Copies of this form are also available in the main office of each school.

It's always exciting to see students eager to start their educational journey. Upon completing their kindergarten readiness assessment, our newest Titans will be signing a letter of intent to attend Berea City Schools next week.

Once they step through the doors of Berea City Schools, our dedicated educators will help them discover their passions, explore their talents, and nurture their unique abilities. We can't wait to see them learn, grow, and achieve great things.

Here's to a bright and promising future for our tiny Titans! They might be little, but their dreams are big, and their potential knows no bounds.

ALL KINDERGARTENERS are invited to attend the September 11th Titans Football game at Finnie Stadium (141 E. Bagley Rd, Berea, OH 44017) and participate in a welcome parade.

Kindergarten students will get to walk on the field and be introduced to the crowd as the Class of 2039! Kindergarten students should wear their "This Kid is a Titan" t-shirt received at KRA testing to get in for free admission.

School administrators and teachers will meet students at the southwest ramp gate. Please note: One parent/guardian MUST walk with his or her child on the track.

Please note: Tickets are not yet available. When they are, use the PROMOTION CODE field at checkout to enter your kindergartener's school ID number, you can download ONE complimentary ticket for an adult. Any additional guests must purchase a general admission ticket.

Students MUST arrive no later than 6:00 p.m. for the line-up.

Through the Annual Update, parents and guardians will be able to enter Emergency Medical Authorization, update emergency contacts, and other information pertaining to household and students.

The Infinite Campus Parent Portal can be accessed through the Berea City Schools website (look for the quick links below the main page video) or by using this LINK.

After logging into the Parent Portal, click on more in the lower left corner, then scroll down to choose Online Registration and Update. We ask that you go through each section of the application updating all data or missing information. Once complete, click on the SUBMIT button.

Thank you for your attention to this important information! If you have any questions about your Parent Portal account or the Online Registration and Update, please click on this link and submit the help request form.

Infinite Campus Annual Update Help

1. Once logged into Infinite Campus, click on More

2. Choose Online Registration and Update
3. Click here to go to Existing Student Registration

4. Read and Confirm the information by typing your name in the box.

5. Use the mouse to sign your name on the line below the box.

6. Click "Submit" and "Begin"

7. Review, update and add information at each prompt using the Next and Save/Continue buttons to proceed.

8. Complete/update each existing student's information.

9. Add any non-enrolled children that will be starting school during the 2026-27 SY,

10. If any of your information on the summary page is highlighted in yellow, you have missed a required field and must edit to go back in and update.

11. Once Done. Click "Submit." There is an option to print the registration on this page.

12. You will receive an email confirmation shortly after your registration is submitted.

NOTES: Since this is an Annual Update, unless you have moved or legal custody has changed, you do not need to upload any documents. All other uploads are only for an existing family adding a new student.

The process CANNOT be successfully completed on a mobile or tablet device.

**If you need assistance, please call 216-898-8300 or complete the Portal Request form icportalsupport

All students are automatically assigned to a bus route. Bus route information will be emailed on August 11th.

Families will receive an email from Stopfinder to view route information through the Stopfinder App (available in the App Store or Google Play). If the contact information for your child is not up to date, it will need to be updated through Infinite Campus.

Bus Eligibility:

• Students in grades K-4 must live 1 mile or more from their home school to be eligible for transportation service.

• Students in grades 5-12 must live 1.5 miles or more from their home school to be eligible for transportation service.

The Berea City School District, in partnership with Southwest General Health Center, proudly presents our first annual WELLfest, a health and wellness festival.

WELLfest is a FREE community wellness festival with a mission to celebrate healthy living by bringing members of our community together for a day of holistic wellness.

We are proud to host our first annual event, dedicated to providing the information and building blocks to help our community make the right decisions to better their health and wellness on a daily basis. Mark your calendar!

September 26, 2026

10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Berea-Midpark High School

165 East Bagley Road, Berea

Berea City Schools partners with Right At School to provide before and after school enrichment for grades K-5 at our 3 elementary buildings. Right At School provides safe, engaging and meaningful in-school and extracurricular programs to enrich the lives of students, give parents peace of mind and enable schools to focus on their academic mission. The fee-based services offer a curriculum that features hands-on learning, multi-sensory activities, child-driven projects, daily fitness, team building, and leadership development. There are a variety of options offered to accommodate family needs.

For more information or to enroll, please visit the Berea City School District Right At School information website https://www.rightatschool.com/districts/berea-oh/

We understand that circumstances change, and sometimes families need to relocate or switch to different school districts for various reasons.

If you are planning to move or change school districts, we kindly ask that you complete the Withdrawal Notification Form. This form is essential in ensuring a smooth transition for your child and helps us maintain accurate records.

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BCSD uses Peachjar, an electronic flyer posting and distribution system to distribute school flyers and approved flyers from community groups and organizations that sponsor activities of an educational/enrichment nature for students and staff >> view current flyers

The Berea Board of Education holds regular community conversations to give the public access to board members outside of the formal public participation setting of a meeting. Residents will have the opportunity to meet and discuss any concerns they may have with two board members during a 30 minute time-slot set aside prior to each regular scheduled Board of Education meeting. The goal of this effort is to more effectively connect with the public and learn more about the community.

Our Treasurer’s Department Newsletters are designed to keep our families, staff, and community informed about the financial side of Berea City Schools. Each edition will provide updates on district finances, share important information about budgets and funding, and highlight how resources are being used to support student learning. Our goal is to make financial information clear, accessible, and transparent, ensuring that everyone has a better understanding of how we work together to invest in the success of our Titans.

Additional district financial information such as our annual financial reports, forecasts, budget documents, etc., can be found on the district website under the Treasurer's Department page.