Munson Messenger
Issue 10 - October 29, 2026
Mark Your Calendars!
Friday, October 30 - Costume parade, 2:30pm (in front of the school - ALL are welcome!); Class parties, 2:50-3:25pm (PTO-assigned volunteers only)
Thursday, November 5 - Conferences, 4:30-8pm
Friday, November 13 - Veterans Day assembly
Tuesday, November 17 - Stockings for Soldiers collected
Tuesday, November 17 - 2nd and 3rd grade Music Concert
Wednesday, November 25-Friday, November 27 - No School (Thanksgiving break)
Mr. Prez's Weekly News
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Last week, we presented our first Hilltopper Awards of the year. Each teacher gives out two Hilltopper Awards per quarter to students that consistently demonstrate our Topper Traits - Taking Responsibility, Offering Kindness, and Persevering. This is a big honor, and we are very proud of each of these students for their hard work! Congratulations to our first quarter Hilltopper Award winners!
Kindergarten
Breccan Burwell and Brooklynn Lewis (Mrs. Bednar)
Emma Joslin and Andi Reinhard (Mrs. Kingzett)
Maeve Hennessy and Casey DiFranco (Mrs. Moore)
1st Grade
Lyla Mulhall and Miles Sargin (Mrs. Bates/Ms. Veselko)
Nora Adkins and CT Troutman (Ms. Manary)
Mackenzie Sanders and Jensen Green (Mrs. McClintock)
Charlotte Mutch and Jackson Burgett (Mrs. Suszynski)
2nd Grade
Eloise Mooney and Damian Hosmer (Mrs. Elliott)
Ramsey Brown and Hafsa Drammeh (Mrs. Sobodosh)
Rosalie Cirino and Casey Reinhard (Mrs. Turk)
3rd Grade
MacRae Paterson and Carter White (Mr. Buemi)
Paige Mansfield and Anthony Lawrence (Mrs. Burress)
Bohdin Maynard and Heavenly Barbich (Mrs. Dinko)
Newbery Medal reading challenge - Keaton Caruso (silver medal), Sam Adkins (bronze medal)
Congratulations, Hilltoppers! We are so proud of you!
Thank you,
Mathew Prezioso
Principal, Munson Elementary
Breccan, Brooklyn, and Mrs. Bednar
Emma, Andi, and Mrs. Kingzett
Casey, Maeve, and Mrs. Moore
Lyla, Miles, and Ms. Veselko
CT, Nora, and Ms. Manary
Jensen, Mackenzie, and Mrs. McClintock
Charlotte, Jackson, and Mrs. Suszynski
Eloise, Damian, and Mrs. Elliott
Hafsa, Ramsey, and Mrs. Sobodosh
Rosalie, Casey, and Mrs. Turk
MacRae, Carter, and Mr. Buemi
Paige, Anthony, and Mrs. Burress
Bohdin, Heavenly, Keaton, Sam, and Mrs. Dinko
Mr. Prez's Pic of the Week
Swinging into the weekend with Sebastian and Liam!
Reminders - Costume Parade and Class Parties Tomorrow!
🎃 Parents and families are welcome to watch the costume parade! It will begin at 2:30pm and should last about 15 minutes. You may park behind the school, or across the street at the church. PLEASE DO NOT PARK OR DRIVE ON THE GRASS!
🎃 The weather forecast looks great, so we should be able to parade in front of the school! You can gather anywhere in the front of the building.
🎃 Please do NOT send students to school wearing their costumes. They will have time to change before the parade begins.
🎃 NO full face masks and NO weapons, please. Inflatable costumes are ok!
🎃 Once the parade ends, students will return to their classrooms for their fall parties. Class party volunteers have been notified by the PTO.
If you would prefer your child NOT participate in the parade or party, please let your child's teacher know. We will provide an alternate activity for them.
Infinite Campus Annual Update
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 🥳
🌟 MRS. McCLINTOCK 🌟
👍and MRS. BURRESS 👍
for completing ALL of their classes' Annual Updates!
Which class will be next??
- Mrs. Bates/Ms. Veselko - 1
- Mrs. Elliott - 1
- Ms. Manary - 1
- Mrs. Dinko - 1
- Mrs. Suszynski - 2
- 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!
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: Jameson Evans, Serene Sakbani, Luka Gagliano, Natalie Foote, Oriana Murdoch, Finnley Hardy, Josie Moss, Barrett Grover, Alex Dixon, Emer Phelps
1st Grade: Hadley Dennison, Jayden Nappier, Brooks Taylor, Miles Sargin, Alynn Swope, Bo Landies, Luke Raber, Zayden Gartin, Chad Hanson, Ava Ramirez
2nd Grade: Emma Jo Freeman, Penny Wilhelm, Owen Schaedlich, James Keegan, Grayson Bass, Lucy Chenoweth, Ryder Pennell, Andrew Miller, Haylee Bernardo, Oliver Kozelj
3rd Grade: Elliot Root, Julian Joslin, Lucas Robbins, Christian Fabig, Cooper Royle, Abby Tournas, Mason Clark, Kander Brickman, Charlotte Mansfield, Christopher Keyser
Weekly Lunch Menu & Cafeteria Corner
Munson's Weekly Lunch Menu
Monday 11/2 - popcorn chicken
Tuesday 11/3 - beef soft taco
Wednesday 11/4 - French toast sticks
Thursday 11/5 - baked chicken drumstick
Friday 11/6 - Pizza Hut
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!
Nurses' Update
Dear Parents and Guardians,
With the changing weather and seasons come increased risk of communicable disease and illness! Our school clinic wants to assure you that your child's health, safety, and well-being remain our highest priorities. We know that seasonal bugs - from common colds and stomach viruses to the flu - can bring unexpected stress, but please trust and believe that our health team is prepared to keep our school safe, supported, and thriving!
We are working closely with staff and local health guidelines to maintain clean environments, monitor symptoms, and provide compassionate care to students who feel unwell. You can help keep our school community healthy by keeping students home when they show symptoms like fever, persistent cough, or upset stomach, and encouraging frequent handwashing at home. Thank you for your ongoing partnership and trust as we navigate this season together! If you have any questions or health concerns regarding your student, please don't hesitate to reach out to the school clinic.
Stay well! Thank you!
Mrs. Park and Mrs. Kolenich
Clinic phone: 440-286-0490
Last Call for Stockings for Soldiers!
Last call if you would like to participate in Stockings for Soldiers! We have about 10 more stockings to fill. If you would like to volunteer to fill a stocking for a soldier, please email Mrs. Turk (jennifer.turk@chardonschools.org) and let her know how many stockings your family would like to fill. Thank you to all the Munson families that have already requested stockings!!!
Stockings will go home next week, and should be returned on November 17.
Veterans Day Celebrations
Munson Elementary is collecting donations toward our very special Field of Flags for the DAV (Disabled American Veterans). If this is a cause you would like to support, please consider donating by visiting Munson Elementary's DAV Donations page, and feel free to share the donation link with friends, family, and neighbors! Thank you!
Check out previous years' Field of Flags in the photos above!
Munson has some special plans to honor Veterans Day - more details coming very soon!
Music Concerts - Save the Date!
🎵 Mark your calendars for our music performances! This year, Munson's 2nd and 3rd graders will perform at Park Elementary Auditorium on Tuesday, November 17 at 6pm (2nd grade) and 7:15pm (3rd grade). Kindergarten and 1st grade will perform at Park Auditorium on Tuesday, April 13 at 6pm (kinder) and 7:15pm (1st grade).
Mrs. Puterbaugh will share much more information as the concerts get closer!
Sing for Santa With the Cleveland Monsters!
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!
Staff Spotlight!
Get to know our teachers and staff! This week, meet our clerical assistant, Mrs. Cline!
Q: What do you like to do outside of school?
A: Spend time with my kids (I have 3 boys who are 14, 12, and 12) and my family, read, run, play board games, and watch sports!
Q: Mountains or beach?
A: Beach
Q: Are you an early bird or night owl?
A: Early bird most days
Q: Music, podcast, or audio book?
A: Music and podcasts
Q: If you could be any animal, what would you be?
A: A humpback whale
Q: If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
A: Lobster
Q: When you were in elementary school, what did you want to grow up to be?
A: A news reporter
Title I
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.
Quick Links
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!
Contact Information
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
Munson PTO - Calendar and Links
Upcoming PTO Events
Monday, November 2 - PTO meeting, 6pm at school
Wednesday, November 11 - Spirit Wear sale ends
Monday, December 7 - PTO meeting, 6pm at school
Wednesday, December 9 - Candy Cane Shop
Friday, December 18 - Class winter parties
Munson Spirit Wear Sale!!! Open Until November 11
Shop Munson's Spirit Wear Sale to stock up on Hilltopper gear for the whole family! Click the link below to shop. The sale ends November 11, and we expect items to be delivered to school in the first week of December. Let's show our Chardon spirit! ❤️🖤