Kinsner Newsletter

This Week

• Tuesday, November 18th: PTA World Kindness Day
• Wednesday, November 19th: PTA Meeting in Media Center @ 10:00 AM

Next Week

• Wednesday, November 26th: No School - Thanksgiving Break
• Thursday, November 27th: No School - Thanksgiving Break
• Friday, November 28th: No School - Thanksgiving Break

Following Week

• Thursday, December 4th - 5th Grade Band Concert @ 6:00 PM (@ SMS)

As winter is arriving, please be mindful of our indoor recess policy. Please send your child with appropriate clothing to go outside for recess. It also would be greatly appreciated if caregivers would practice putting on coats, snow pants, and boots on at home to help students enjoy their full recess time. Students will be going outside unless the temperature is below 20 degrees and/or the wind chill is below 10 degrees.

As winter weather arrives, please remember our car‑line and parking procedures to keep arrival and dismissal safe for everyone. As a reminder, you may park in the large parking lot near Kylemore or use the car line off Waterford.

Park and Walk Option: If you're using the "Park and Walk" (large parking lot), for safety, please exit your car and escort your child to and from the school. Do NOT use the sidewalk area (see page 4, #2) as a drive‑through drop‑off.

Wheel Chair Area: Please do not park or stop in the wheelchair loading/unloading area in the large parking lot. Keeping this space clear ensures safe, accessible drop‑off and pickup for students and families who rely on it. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe.

Mustang Behaviors: Please model respectful, calm behavior during arrival and dismissal so our students see safe, kind examples. Refrain from engaging in confrontational language or behaviors. If you have a concern, report it to the office so staff can address it.

Thank you for your patience and continued support in safely getting our Mustangs home!

We're proud to announce that Emily Weir is the winner of the Young Professional of the Year award! Emily’s energetic, inclusive, and inventive approach to physical education—whether coaching lacrosse, teaching a roller‑skating unit, or integrating literacy and culture into PE—has made Kinsner a healthier, happier place. She aligns lessons to student IEPs and standards, leads district committees, presents at professional conferences, and champions technology in the classroom. Emily has raised more than $12,000 for the American Heart Association and has been recognized with awards like The Extra Mile Award and the “T in PTA.” Her enthusiasm, leadership, and commitment to students embody the spirit of this honor. Please join us in congratulating Emily for this well‑deserved recognition!

The Kinsner PTA is collecting donations for families in need through our annual Sharing Tree Program, in partnership with the Strongsville Emergency Food Bank. Please consider contributing — your support helps local children and families have a brighter holiday season.

For details and to donate, visit: https://tinyurl.com/mr4d6afu

(Scan the QR code on the flyer to go straight to the donation page.)

Join local author Dustin Brady for a fun, FREE interactive writing workshop presented with the Strongsville Women’s League. Using popular video games as inspiration, Dustin will teach kids the basics of a great story — then take audience suggestions and create an original “Trapped in a Video Game” tale on the spot. Different from his September school visit — perfect for young writers and fans of gaming. More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/16MVSWCBiP/

We’re excited to invite you to the Strongsville Elementary Fifth Grade Bands’ Holiday Band Concert! Please join us on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Strongsville Middle School Auditorium for an evening of festive music. The program will also feature a performance by the SMS Jazz Band. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our students’ hard work and enjoy holiday music together. We hope to see you there cheering on our fifth graders!

As a reminder before the holiday breaks, this document explains how head lice spread, how to recognize them (look for nits—small, teardrop-shaped eggs—behind the ears and at the nape of the neck), and steps families should take if lice are found: consult a medical provider about treatment, remove nits carefully with a fine-toothed lice comb, and treat the home by washing or sealing items and vacuuming—complete these steps the same day to prevent re-infestation. Head lice are transmitted mainly by direct head-to-head contact or sharing personal items, are not related to cleanliness, and do not come from pets; children should be checked daily for 2–3 weeks after exposure or notification. The school follows a no‑nit policy: students must be nit‑free and checked by the nurse before returning. If you need help, contact the school or district nurse (Kristy Dubsky or Heather Kupetz, RN) or see the CDC links referenced in the full document.

MUSTANGS HOLIDAY TEAM SHOP - ORDER ONLINE THROUGH SUN. 11/23
Get a jump on your holiday shopping from the comfort of your own home. Click HERE to visit the online Mustangs Team Shop and shop for the Strongsville fan on your holiday list. Choose from T-shirts, hoodies, jackets, Pickleball sets, and MORE! Many of the items can be personalized with name, number, and favorite sport. Delivery of items before the holidays! HURRY - the Mustangs Team Shop closes at 11:59pm on Sunday, November 23!

Kinsner Elementary School invites parents to connect with their child's art classroom activities through Artsonia, an online platform. By scanning the provided QR code or visiting www.artsonia.com/parents and entering the Parent Code DD5HZT6R, parents can receive important updates and stay connected with their child's art progress and projects. This is a great way to stay involved and support your child’s creativity!

We are excited to announce the Kinsner Food Drive taking place from November 10th through November 25th, 2025. Donations can be dropped off at the Kinsner Media Center during this time.

This year, we are supporting the Strongsville Food Bank, and they have shared a list of their most needed items: all sizes of pasta, tomato-based pasta sauce, all cereals, peanut butter and jelly (all sizes), tuna (5 oz cans), snacks like popcorn and Pop-Tarts, and baked boxed goods such as brownie and cake mixes.

Additionally, they welcome personal care and household items like shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, laundry detergent, and dish soap. Your generous contributions make a big difference in our community, and we thank you for your support!

Join us for the Strongsville D.A.R.E. Program's Ice Skating Party for 5th to 8th graders on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at the Brunswick Auto Mart Arena, 15381 Royalton Road. Admission is $7 and must be purchased pre-sale online—no walk-ins allowed. Skate rentals are available for $3. Don’t forget to bring a box of cereal for the Strongsville Food Bank to enter a raffle for door prizes! Snacks will be available at the snack bar. Get your tickets now at https://buytickets.at/bamarena/1910460 and enjoy a fun evening on the ice!

The SHS Dance Team presents the 8th Annual Junior Dance Team Camp on Saturday, November 22 from 3pm-5pm at Strongsville High School! The camp is open to dancers in grades PK-8 with unique camp experiences for various ages/levels including: a “Princess Dance Party” for grades PK-K, a Beginner “Mini Mustangs” level for grades 1-3, an Intermediate “Junior Mustangs” level for grades 4 & 5, and an Advanced “Elite Mustangs” level for grades 6-8. The camp includes: learning dance skills and a performance dance from the SHS Dance Team, a T-shirt, a special gift, and a Showcase for friends & family beginning at 5pm that day. Click HERE to register for the Junior Dance Team Camp and HERE for additional information. Students must register prior to the event (register by 11/14 to guarantee a T-shirt).

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All are invited to our next PTA meeting:

• Wednesday, November 19th
• 10:00-11:15 AM
• Kinsner Elementary Media Center

Join us for a delightful evening at Kinsner's Ornament Painting Night, hosted by the Kinsner PTA!

• When: Tuesday, November 18
• Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Where: Strongsville Middle School Cafeteria
• Price Per Ornament: $14 + $2 processing fee if paying by card

Our special hosts, Maggie and Ellie's Pottery Studio, will provide a variety of fun, festive, and easy-to-paint ornaments. All supplies, including kid-friendly ceramic paint, will be provided, and every ornament will be glazed, kiln-fired, and returned to the school before Winter Break. Plus, for every ornament sold, $1 will be donated back to the Kinsner PTA!

This is a wonderful opportunity to create holiday memories with your children while supporting our school and PTA. We hope to see you there!

RSVP: Scan the QR code or visit