Munson Messenger
Issue 8 - October 16, 2026
Monday, October 19-Friday, October 24 - Book Fair
Thursday, October 22 - 1st Quarter Hilltopper Awards, 2:30pm; Conferences, 4:30-8pm
Wednesday, October 28 - School picture retakes; Conferences, 4:30-8pm
Thursday, November 5 - Conferences, 4:30-8pm
The Annual Update must be completed by ALL Chardon Local Schools households every year, for every student. WHY? We need your most accurate and up-to-date information so that...
- we can contact you in case of an emergency or other issue,
- you can quickly and conveniently pay for student meals and any school fees online;
- you can access important forms and documents, including report cards;
- your child may participate in field trips off school property;
- our nurses can be notified of pre-existing health conditions, allergies, and any other health concerns your child may have!
HOW DO I COMPLETE THE ANNUAL UPDATE?
Step 1: Log in to Infinite Campus.
Step 2: Click the menu toolbar on the upper left corner, and click More.
Step 3: Click Online Registration.
Step 4: Find Annual Update, and under "Action", click "Start."
Step 5: Proceed through each tab and update/add information as needed. When you complete the update, be sure to click "Submit."
HOW MANY ANNUAL UPDATES ARE LEFT TO COMPLETE? Shout out to...
🤩 MRS. SOBODOSH 🤩
🥳 MRS. TURK 🥳
🌟 and MRS. McCLINTOCK's 🌟
classes for completing ALL of their Annual Updates!
Which class will be next??
- Mrs. Bates/Ms. Veselko - 1
- Mrs. Elliott - 1
- Mrs. Burress - 1
- Ms. Manary - 2
- Mrs. Dinko - 2
- Mrs. Suszynski - 3
- Mr. Buemi - 4
If you are not sure whether you need to complete the Annual Update, feel free to contact the office and we can check for you.
Topper Tickets are given to students as a special recognition when they demonstrate a Topper Trait - Taking Responsibility, Offering Kindness, and Persevering. Each day, we randomly select a few Topper Ticket winners from each grade level to receive a prize! Check the newsletter each week for their names!
Kindergarten: Emery Whitcomb, Serene Sakbani, Scarlett Fox, Alex Dixon, Nora Henderson, Knowledge Hawkins, Paisley Wagner, Lauryn Pavlick
1st Grade: Cole Conklin, Liam Winter, Hayes Gibbs, June Hegfield, Dalton Zenz, Leona Argenti, Oliver Addison, Ben Tizzano
2nd Grade: Olive Baker, Max Filla, Maeve Ulmenstine, Leland Case, Taelyn Morrison, River Depante, Jack Gallo, Micah Ryks
3rd Grade: Finley Krizman, Lana Sutton, Emalynn Wilson, Charlie Sukalski, Keaton Caruso, Rowan Morrison, Stella Henderson, Aden McKinney
Munson's Weekly Lunch Menu
Monday 10/19 - popcorn chicken
Tuesday 10/20 - beef walking taco
Wednesday 10/21 - rotini pasta with meat sauce
Thursday 10/22 - mini maple pancakes
Friday 10/23 - Pizza Hut pizza
Check out the Chardon Schools Food Services website for monthly menus, Free and Reduced Meal applications, and instructions for adding money to your child's food account!
It's National School Lunch Week! School lunch is about so much more than what's on your tray! Every day, school cafeterias help students fuel their brains, grow strong, try new foods, and enjoy time with their friends.
Did you know?
🥪 School lunch helps give your body the energy it needs to learn, play, and grow!
🥕 Trying a new food is a great way to discover something you might love!
🥦 Eating a variety of foods helps your body get the different nutrients it needs.
😁 Your lunch ladies work hard every day to prepare meals and help make lunchtime a happy part of your school day!
This week's lunchroom reminder: Be kind, say thank you, and remember that a little kindness can make someone's day!
We are so glad to be part of your day. Happy National School Lunch Week!
🫶 Mrs. Russo, Miss Sammy, Miss Sara, and Miss Kelly
Dear Parents and Guardians,
🍬 It's candy season!! While we all love to treat ourselves at this time of year (or anytime!), there are a few candies that are higher-risk for young children that you may wish to use extra caution with or avoid altogether.
- Hard candies and Lollipops (Jolly Ranchers, Life Savers, jawbreakers, butterscotch discs, Dum Dums, Blow Pops, etc.) - they do not dissolve quickly, are slippery when wet, and can easily slide into the throat if a child inhales deeply, laughs, or runs while sucking on them.
- Round or Spherical Candies (gumballs, malted milk balls like Whoppers, Skittles, M&Ms, peanut M&Ms, Lemonheads) - their shape perfectly conforms to a young child's windpipe, creating an airtight plug if accidentally swallowed whole.
- Sticky, Chewy, or Taffy-Like Sweets (caramels, Milk Duds, Laffy Taffy, Tootsie Rolls, Starburst, licorice bits) - they conform to the airway, making them extraordinarily difficult to dislodge using standard back blows or abdominal thrusts.
- Gummy & Gel Candies (gummy bears, gummy worms, fruit snacks, jelly beans, marshmallow candies) - they are slippery, hard to bite completely for young children with limited molars, and can expand or compress to block breathing passages.
We want everyone to be safe, stay healthy, and have lots of fun this fall!
Thank you!
Mrs. Park and Mrs. Kolenich
Clinic phone: 440-286-0490
Get to know our teachers and staff! This week, we're featuring Mr. Buemi, one of our third grade teachers! ⭐
Q: What do you like to do outside of school?
A: Hang out with my family, play flag football and pickleball
Q: Mountains or beach?
A: Mountains
Q: Are you an early bird or night owl?
A: Night owl
Q: Music, podcast, or audio book?
A: Podcast
Q: If you could be any animal, what would you be?
A: Lion
Q: If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
A: Pizza
Q: When you were in elementary school, what did you want to grow up to be?
A: A baseball player
Join Santa, Mrs. Puterbaugh, and the Cleveland Monsters for a fun and festive time! On Saturday December 12, local school choirs are invited to sing along to holiday songs during the 1st and 2nd intermissions of the Cleveland Monsters hockey game at 1pm. Check out how cool we looked on the giant scoreboard last year!! (This event is NOT required, and does NOT take the place of the 2nd and 3rd grade winter concert.) See the photo above to purchase your tickets!
YOUTH WRESTLING (Pre-K-6th Grade)
Chardon Youth Wrestling is open to boys AND girls in Pre-K through 6th grade. No prior wrestling experience is necessary! And, new this year - we are excited to offer a dedicated ALL-GIRLS WRESTLING PROGRAM this season! Practices begin the week of October 26.
REGISTER HERE: Chardon Youth Wrestling Registration
Questions? Email chardonwrestlingtakedownclub@gmail.com
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING
Students interested in joining the Chardon Middle School or High School wrestling teams should sign up through FinalForms or contact Coach Nick Salatino at nick.salatino@chardonschools.org for more information. No prior wrestling experience is required! Beginners are welcome and encouraged to join at both the middle school and high school levels. Wrestling is a great way for students to build strength, confidence, discipline, and friendships while staying active and being part of a team.
We'd love to welcome your wrestler to the Chardon Wrestling family this season!
Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) provides students who qualify with extra instructional services and activities beyond classroom instruction. Click HERE for information about the Title I program, and reach out to the school with any questions.
Learn about what's going on in the schools!
This link will walk you through steps of this MANDATORY update!
If you need to let the office know of any dismissal changes, you can print copies of dismissal forms here!
Check out local camps, classes, contests, clubs, sports, and more!
Mathew Prezioso, Principal
mathew.prezioso@chardonschools.org
Sandy Henderson, Secretary
sandy.henderson@chardonschools.org
Jen Cline, Clerical Assistant
jennifer.cline@chardonschools.org
Sarah Park, Nurse
Renee Kolenich, Medical Assistant
renee.kolenich@chardonschools.org
Clinic Phone
440-286-0490
Main Office/24-7 Attendance Line
440-286-5901
Upcoming PTO Events
October 5-19 - Stoller Fundraiser
October 19-23 - Fall Book Fair
**RESCHEDULED - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 4:30-7pm - FALL FESTIVAL at Hornyak Farm, 4:30-7pm (this is a FREE event, but registration is required - sign up below!)
October 30 - Costume parade 2:30-2:45pm, with fall class parties to follow (details in next week's newsletter!)
We are still seeking tear down and classroom helpers for the book fair next week! Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up
Students will shop during their regular library class time (see below). They can pay with cash or check, OR you can set up a convenient e-Wallet for them on the Scholastic website. Click HERE to search for our Book Fair and set up your child's e-Wallet.
Book Fair Shopping Schedule
Monday 10/19 - Burress, Kingzett, SobodoshWednesday 10/21 - Dinko, Bednar, Turk, Kellogg, Manary, Bates/Veselko
Friday 10/23 - Buemi, Moore, Elliott, McClintock, Suszynski