District Update - June 2
Midview Community,
The last days of the school year brought no shortage of celebration. Academic awards ceremonies, high school and preschool graduations, field trips, field days, and fun filled our buildings as students and staff wrapped up another successful year with excitement and pride.
We closed it all out with a favorite Midview tradition—staff waving goodbye as buses pulled away, horns blaring and smiles all around.
If there’s one word that best captures the spirit of this year, it’s community. Over and over again, it appeared in our strategic planning feedback, and it’s easy to see why. Midview is a place where people show up—for our students, for each other, and for the future we’re building together. This deep sense of connection and shared purpose is what makes our district truly special.
As we head into summer, I hope you find time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most. Whether you’re traveling, soaking up the sunshine, or simply enjoying some well-earned downtime, may the season ahead be filled with happiness and good health.
Even during break, our work continues behind the scenes. Summer is a season of preparation at Midview—staffing, curriculum updates, facility readiness, goal setting, policy review, and professional development are all underway to ensure a strong start this fall. There are exciting plans on the horizon, and I look forward to the work ahead as we continue to move Midview forward—together.
If you have any questions during the summer, please don’t hesitate to contact the Board of Education office at 440-748-5353. Further, be sure to stay connected through our website and social media channels for important updates and back-to-school information.
Thank you for your continued partnership, your trust, and belief in what we do. Here’s to a fun, safe summer—and an exciting school year ahead! We’ll be counting down the days until we’re once again greeted by first-day smiles, high-fives, and new beginnings.
Enjoy your summer!
Dr. Frank Major, Superintendent
Mark Your Calendars: Important Back-to-School Dates
As we look ahead to the 2025-26 school year, be sure to save these important August dates:
- Kindergarten Screenings: August 12-14 (Parents/guardians will receive an email with their child’s assigned date and time by late July, provided enrollment has been completed.)
- Back-to-School Rally: August 21 (Join us for an evening of fun! Enjoy games, food trucks, sweet treats, and community spirit. Meet local vendors, connect with our Middie groups and departments, and check out class lists.)
- Open Houses, Orientations & More:
- August 19: 7th Grade Orientation (register here)
- August 19-22: Senior "Paint Your Parking Spot"
- August 20: Freshman Orientation
- August 26: East Intermediate Open House
- August 27: West Elementary & Middle School Open Houses
- August 28: North Elementary Open House, High School Open House & Middle School Walk the Halls
- September 4: Little Middies Preschool Open House
For a full list of school year dates, view the 25-26 School Year Calendar. Enjoy the summer months ahead! Be sure to check your email and our website in early August for more details and updates.
Midview High School Principal Named OASSA Zone 5 Principal of the Year
Congratulations, Mr. Heuser! We are grateful to have you on the Midview Local Schools Team!
FinalForms for the Upcoming School Year Opens on July 2
Each school year, families are required to log into their FinalForms account to review, update (if needed), and sign all necessary forms. This quick and easy process takes less than 10 minutes and ensures your child’s records are accurate and up to date. FinalForms open on July 2.
FinalForms is our secure, online system that allows parents and guardians to:
- Update emergency medical authorization forms
- Provide or revise contact information
- Complete athletic participation forms
- And more—all in one convenient place
Completing your FinalForms ensures your family stays informed and connected with your child’s school.
Your Child’s State Test Scores Are Now Available in PowerSchool
In the spring, students in grades 3 through 12 took the Ohio State Tests or the Ohio End-of-Course exams. Families were notified by email last week that scores for these tests are now available in PowerSchool. We recommend logging in from a web browser (not through the mobile app) for the best experience. To view your child’s scores:
Log in to PowerSchool
Click on the Navigation menu
Select State Assessments
To help you better understand your child’s results and how they reflect your child's academic progress, please review the attached document.
If you have any questions or would like additional support interpreting the results, please don’t hesitate to contact your building principal.
SUN Meals/Summer Food Service Program
This summer, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is sponsoring SUN Meals, a summer food program where Kids Eat Free! All children ages 1 through 18 are eligible to receive free meals during the summer months at participating program sites. Individuals ages 19 through 21 who have been identified as having mental or physical disabilities and are following Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) through their current enrollment in educational programs also are eligible for free summer meals.
For more information call 1-866-348-6479, view the food site map, or visit the SUN Meals/Summer Food Service web page.
Midview Local Schools Hosts 2nd Annual Staff Recognition Celebration
Midview Local Schools proudly hosted its 2nd Annual Staff Recognition Celebration, honoring employees marking milestone anniversaries and celebrating those entering retirement. The evening was filled with gratitude, laughter, and a few happy tears as the district came together to recognize the contributions of its outstanding team members!
This year, 58 staff members were recognized for their years of service, including 16 retirees who are closing their Midview chapters after years of commitment to education and the community. Read more about the celebration, including retiree bios highlighting their careers and contributions.
Midview Local School District Earns National Recognition for STEM Curriculum and Career Readiness for Fifth Straight Year
May Athletics Recap
Check out the following May Athletics Recap, highlighting:
- Game, match, meet, and tournament summaries
- Varsity Baseball advanced to the OHSAA Division III District Semifinals
- Varsity Softball advanced to the OHSAA Division III District Semifinals
- Varsity Track and Field had 10 student-athletes combined to qualify for eight events at the OHSAA Division I Regional Championship.
- Athlete and coach accolades
- Baseball: Juniors Daniel Melendez and Kaiden Vogelpohl were named All-Lorain County first team.
- Softball: Juniors Nina Ballachino and Olivia Keenan were named All-Lorain County first team.
- Boys Tennis: Senior first singles player Nicholas Hubbard made it to the OHSAA Division I Sectional Quarterfinals.
- Track & Field: The Girls 4x400m Relay, which featured freshman Molly Ockuly, freshman Hannah Bacskay, freshman Leila Morgan and sophomore Cora Vance, won Midview's lone SWC title. In addition, senior Logan Bier was the 300m Hurdle District Champion.
- Athletic stories
- Midview Athletics hands out its annual Athletic Awards at Senior Assembly
- Spring Sports Award Winners
- OHSAA Announces Midview's Partial Divisional Alignment for 2025-26 Sports
- Free Physical Day at Center for Orthopedics
- 2025 Summer Youth Camp Available This Summer
Click here to explore even more: alumni spotlights, youth sports news, spirit wear updates, photos, Athletic Booster info, and key June dates!
Our 19th Annual ARTastic Fest was truly the most wonderful celebration of student creativity, talent, and expression! Thank you to everyone who joined us to support our Middie artists from all grade levels and to enjoy an impressive showcase of over 1,000 works of art.
With more than 100 student-created upcycled arcade games and eight space-themed STEM activity stations, our annual K–6 STEM Night was out of this world! It was amazing to watch our students and their families put their superpowers of problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity into action.
We were truly touched by the outpouring of kindness from our amazing community during staff appreciation week. From sweet notes and flowers to treats and over 200 donated raffle items from local businesses, every gesture made our team feel seen, valued, and celebrated!
To close out the school year, students of all ages took part in fun and enriching field trips—from exploring the wonders of science and nature to enjoying some well-earned fun! Destinations included Playhouse Square, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, Cedar Point, Mill Hollow, the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, and Lake Erie Crushers Stadium.
This year, Midview Middle School’s Students 4 Change group brought the No One Eats Alone initiative to our lunch periods, inspired by the national Beyond Differences program. The goal? To help students feel seen, included, and connected by creating a culture where no one feels left out. At lunch, students were invited to stop by the Students 4 Change table—on their own or with a friend—to take part in a “Heart and Hands” activity. Each student pair wrote their names and something they shared in common, celebrating the idea that even small connections can make a big difference.
The last week of school brought one of our favorite traditions—Field Day! Our students look forward to these fun-filled days of friendly competition, and this year was no exception! They enjoyed a variety of activities and challenges, even having the chance to compete against some of their teachers! It was the perfect way to wrap up the school year with laughter, movement, and school spirit.