Miller Elementary Weekly Update
For the week of April 27th, 2026!
Hello Miller Families!
We hope everyone had an amazing week and spent some time enjoying the beautiful sunshine and warmer temps. This week, we celebrated our amazing Administrative Secretary, Erin Toler! Mrs. Toler greets many of our children at the doors each day, she answers many questions from children and families, and she helps to keep our school running with so many important behind the scene tasks! We all appreciate everything that Mrs. Toler does each day to help children, staff and families!
Our kindergarten classes have started the ABC countdown which is our celebration at the end of the year to make our final weeks filled with fun and excitement! Thank you for helping them have a few special items or outfits ready to go. Today was Disney Day and it was so fun to see all the shirts, costumes, Mickey ears and princess dresses. We had a blast today!
Preschool enjoyed our last Music with Ms. Abbey session this week and we enjoyed singing and dancing along to all her fun songs!
As a reminder we have a 4-day week ahead and NO SCHOOL on Friday, May 1st! It's hard to believe we are approaching our final week of April. These weeks are flying so quickly!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Maria Goodman
Miller Elementary Principal
330-954-2189
We want to take the time to highlight National Assistive Technology (AT) Awareness Day on April 22nd! At Miller, we utilize assistive technology for many of our learners to help children gain a voice, express their wants and needs, enhance their hearing, enhance their mobility and to help children continue to gain more independence! What is Assistive Technology? Assistive Technology (AT) is any item, piece of equipment, software program or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of people with disabilities. It is important to raise awareness about the use of AT in our classrooms, homes and within our community. Children at this young age will often ask questions about how these items work and why children or adults use them. Providing awareness and answers will better help them understand that with some accommodations and adaptations, we can create more independence and success for all!
Dear Kindergarten Families,
Get ready for a joyful celebration of music! 🎶
On Tuesday, May 5, your child’s class will be sharing a special daytime performance at Miller Gymnasium during their scheduled time. Throughout the year, students have been exploring many musical ideas in class, and this program will highlight some of their favorite songs and activities. You can expect upbeat music, fun movement, and plenty of smiles as students showcase what they have been learning. We are so excited to share this musical moment with you!
Performance Schedule:
- 9:30 AM – Mrs. Kidwell, Mrs. Verhotz AM & Mrs. Smerkar
10:05 AM – Mrs. Forster, Mrs. Buettin & Mrs. Sabulsky
1:45 PM – Mrs. Yonally, Ms. Heyman & Mrs. Verhotz PM
2:30 PM – Mrs. Gallucci & Mrs. Haughey
For the performance, children are welcome to dress up a little to make the day feel extra special. Nice shirts with shorts or pants for boys, and skirts or dresses for girls, are great options. Of course, the goal is simply for students to feel comfortable and proud—there is absolutely no pressure to purchase anything new. Please have your child wear whatever helps them feel their best for this celebration.
On May 5, please plan to arrive at Miller School just before your child’s scheduled performance time. After the program concludes, families will be asked to exit the building through the lower exit, where signs will guide you. If you plan to have your child go home with you after the performance, please sign them out at the exit table before leaving.
I look forward to sharing this wonderful program of music, movement, and your child’s enthusiasm for learning. Thank you for supporting the arts and celebrating the hard work of our young musicians! 🎵
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me anytime.
Warmly,
Dr. Iriarte kiriarte@aurora-schools.org
I am really excited to meet with the parents of all my amazing incoming 1st graders on Thursday, April 23rd, at 5:30 p.m. in the Craddock gym! This is a parent-only event, and I look forward to giving you a glimpse into what 1st grade looks like, as well as assuring you of all we do to make the transition a smooth one.
As we begin the process of wrapping up the current school year, we can't help but begin to think about next year. Part of that process is the formulation of class placements. Class placements are constructed in a very particular manner, using data and input from the educational experts at Miller, Craddock and Leighton. We take many factors into consideration when making these decisions and feel it is very important that your input is utilized as well. You know your child best!
Although I cannot guarantee specific teacher requests will be granted due to a number of different factors, it is important to have as much information about each child as possible before the class list-making process gets underway. We recognize that parents/guardians are a valuable source of information to add to our knowledge about what works best for each child. Your information will be very helpful as we determine your child's placement for the 26-27 school year.
If you are interested in having some input, please fill out the following information and submit this form by Friday, May 8, 2026. Any feedback received after that date may not be able to be considered. You are also welcome to call or set up an appointment to speak with me specifically about your thoughts and concerns. I can be reached by email at kmstewart@aurora-schools.org or by phone at 330-562-3175.
Thank you!
Kim Stewart
Thank you so much to all the families who were able to attend our Incoming 1st Grade Parent Orientation last evening! It was standing room only, so your patience was extra appreciated!
I hope you walked away not only with some knowledge about what 1st grade will be like, but more importantly some comfort about all that's to come with the transition!
I attached the link to the slides from the presentation below. Have a fantastic weekend and please reach out with any additional questions, concerns or feedback!
APRIL
- Thursday, 4/23 - Parent Orientation for Incoming 1st Graders for 26-27 @ 5:30 at Craddock
- Thursday, 4/23 - Music with Ms. Abbey Day for Preschool
MAY
- Friday, 5/01 - NO SCHOOL
- Monday, 5/4 - Friday, 5/8 - Staff Appreciation Week
- Tuesday, 5/5 - Kindergarten Music Performances
- 9:30 AM – Mrs. Kidwell, Mrs. Verhotz AM & Mrs. Smerkar
10:05 AM – Mrs. Forster, Mrs. Buettin & Mrs. Sabulsky
1:45 PM – Mrs. Yonally, Ms. Heyman & Mrs. Verhotz PM
2:30 PM – Mrs. Gallucci & Mrs. Haughey
- Monday, 5/25 - NO SCHOOL (Happy Memorial Day!)
- Tuesday, 5/26 - Preschool Graduation - More information will be shared via a Final Forms Message to Preschool
- Wednesday, 5/27 - Kindergarten Field Day - The sign up for volunteers will be shared via a Final Forms Message on Monday, May 4th at 8:00AM
- Thursday, 5/28 - Last Day of School for Preschool and Kindergarten
- Thursday, 5/28 - Trimester 3 Ends
Hello Miller Families!
We’re happy to share a free opportunity for families to access the Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) — a trusted, research-based program that supports parents and caregivers in raising confident, healthy children.
Through this online program, you’ll find helpful strategies to:
Strengthen your connection with your child
Promote positive behaviors and routines
Respond to challenges in a calm, consistent way
Support your child’s growth and independence
Balance parenting with your own well-being
The program is self-paced and can be accessed anytime from a phone, tablet, or computer making it easy to fit into your schedule. To sign up, visit the link and scroll to the bottom to select “Free online course today.”
Positive Parenting Program - Triple P
We encourage you to take advantage of this helpful resource!
Warmly,
Mrs. Lindsey Ambrosia
School Counselor
📞 (330) 562-6199, ext. 5414
📧 lambrosia@aurora-schools.org
In all our Elementary Buildings, we utilize a Google Form to report attendance, late arrival, early dismissal, and change of transportation such as switching from a bus rider to office pick-up!
To report an absence or change your child to a car rider or bus rider, please click the button below or scan the QR code magnet that we will pass out at Open House. This can be done from any device and your reply will be sent immediately to our secretary, Mrs. Toler.
If your child will be absent, you will use this form to report the absence along with the reason for the absence. We are working really hard to reduce the amount of phone calls, emails, or notes that we receive. We ask that you reserve those modes of communication for emergencies only. Thank you in advance for your help and let us know if you have any questions at all!
Miller Elementary: Preschool & Kindergarten
Miller Elementary Principal
Erin Toler : etoler@aurora-schools.org
Miller Elementary Secretary
Email: mgoodman@aurora-schools.org
Website: aurora-schools.org
Location: 646 S Chillicothe Rd, Aurora, OH 44202, USA
Phone: 330-562-6199