Noble Family Newsletter
February 11, 2026
Noble Families,
At Noble, we often remind ourselves to be the “thermostat, not the thermometer.” A thermometer reacts to its environment, but a thermostat sets the tone. Our staff is committed to creating calm, focused, and purposeful classrooms each day, regardless of what challenges may arise. When we work collectively and intentionally, we create meaningful learning experiences and expand opportunities for all students.
With just weeks remaining before the OST, we are reinforcing high expectations for both behavior and academic achievement across our campus. This is an important time to strengthen routines, maintain consistent expectations, and ensure every classroom remains centered on learning. We appreciate your partnership in encouraging your child to come to school ready to focus, do their best, and finish the year strong.
Mr. Walker, M.Ed.
Principal
Noble Families,
Last week at Noble, our staff continued reinforcing strong expectations and positive behavior across campus. However, we also saw an increase in conflicts and physical aggression between students. This reminds us how important it is to address concerns early, before they escalate, and to stay proactive in supporting students with healthy peer interactions and conflict resolution.
Moving forward, we will be increasing supervision and reinforcing clear expectations in high-traffic areas such as the cafeteria and during indoor recess. Our focus remains on maintaining a safe, calm, and structured learning environment for all students.
We appreciate your continued partnership. Please take time to speak with your child about making safe choices, using respectful language, and seeking adult support when conflicts arise. When we work together, we can ensure Noble remains a positive and supportive place for every student.
Ms. Barrett
Assistant Principal
Tamiko Patton is our ALC Coordinator. She has been a dedicated member of the CH-UH School District for 31 years, bringing a wealth of experience, knowledge, and care to her role as an ALC Educator. Known for her commitment to supporting students’ academic and social-emotional growth, Ms. Patton creates a welcoming and structured learning environment where all students can thrive.
Outside of school, she enjoys attending live music concerts, exploring new destinations through travel, and embracing experiences that broaden her perspective and inspire her work with students. Her passion for lifelong learning and connection shines through in everything she does.
A reminder that our February PTA meeting is this evening, 2/11, at 7 p.m. in the Media Center at Noble.
The meeting is in person, but there is a virtual link for anyone who is unable to join us in person: meet.google.com/uud-knmb-pkk. We use the same link for all meetings.
NOTE: If you are signed up to help put treat bags together for the Sweetheart Celebration, we will be meeting before the meeting at 6 p.m.
Please enter through Door #5 - Montevista Rd. Blacktop area.
If you have anything you'd like to add to the agenda, please send a quick message.
Our PTA will host a Valentine's Day Dance on Thursday, February 12 at 6 p.m. here at Noble. Students are required to have a parent/guardian with them to attend this free event. We invite any staff who may be interested in a voluntary and compensated role. Please let me know as soon as possible.
There will be no school on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents Day.
Some friendly reminders for the school year:
Medication should be given at home when at all possible. If your child were to require medication, either prescription or over-the-counter, be given at school, a "Permission for Medication" form must be completed by their health practitioner and given to the school nurse. Any medication must be delivered to school by an adult in the container in which it was dispensed. This is Ohio law and CH-UH Board policy designed to protect children. No medication will be given without a licensed health provider's order on file in the Health Office.
Health History should be kept current. The Health Office needs to know of any changes in your child's health. Serious illnesses, allergies, surgeries, and chronic conditions should be reported. Children who have life-threatening allergies or medical conditions should have their medications at school and their Emergency Action Plans and signed "Permission for Medication" forms on file by the beginning of the school year.
Emergency Phone Numbers, cell phones, home phone numbers, etc., should be included on your Emergency Medical Authorization and updated throughout the year as needed.
Guidelines for Attendance are as follows:
Your child should be kept home if he/she has any of the following within the last 24 hours:
Fever ≥ 100° F
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Constant cough
Fresh cold with constant runny nose
Rash that has not been diagnosed
Strep throat (should not return to school until 24 hours after medicine has started. If a child has only been cultured, please wait for results before sending them back to school.)
Please remember that contagious disease must be reported to the school.
The District has adopted a plan for communications with persons with disabilities, which is available at the following link: Communication Plan. The plan establishes procedures to ensure that the District's communications with persons with disabilities, including applicants, participants, members of the public, and companions with disabilities, are as effective as its communications with others.
At Noble, we closely monitor student progress through our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). MTSS is a structured process in which teachers and support staff regularly review data related to academics, behavior, and attendance to ensure every student receives the support they need to be successful. Our teams meet consistently to discuss students who may need additional interventions, enrichment, or targeted supports.
In the coming weeks, some families may be contacted by their child’s teacher if there are significant concerns regarding academic performance and/or attendance. In rare and serious cases, this may include an initial conversation about the possibility of student retention. Please know that retention is a thoughtful, multi-step process—it is never a sudden decision and is reserved for severe cases where data shows a student has not yet met critical benchmarks despite layered supports.
If you receive outreach from your child’s teacher, we ask that you respond and engage in the conversation. Your voice, insight, and partnership matter deeply in this process. Our shared goal is always to make the best decision for your child’s long-term success, and that can only happen through strong collaboration between home and school.
As Ohio State Testing approaches—with testing windows opening as early as April for students in Grades 3–5—we are continuing our Question of the Week initiative to help students build confidence and familiarity with OST-style questions. Each week, students engage with one thoughtfully selected question to practice skills, problem-solving, and test-taking strategies in a low-pressure way. This ongoing exposure helps students feel more comfortable with the format and expectations while reinforcing that learning is about growth and effort over time.
Families can support this work at home by:
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Asking your child to explain how they got their answer, not just what the answer is.
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Encouraging them to show their work and talk through their thinking step by step.
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Practicing reading questions carefully and underlining key words together.
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Reminding them to check their work and ask, “Does my answer make sense?”
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Reinforcing a positive mindset by praising effort, persistence, and careful thinking.
Small, consistent conversations at home can make a big difference in building both skill and confidence. Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s success.
Grades are to be updated in Infinite Campus every two weeks. The following posting schedule has been created for the 2025-2026 school year for all teachers to follow.
There is a small change to the Noble Library’s hours beginning next month.
Starting Monday, March 2, the Noble Library will be open from 12–8 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. This is a shift from the current hours of 1–9 p.m. on those days. This will be a permanent change.
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday hours will remain the same. Thank you for your continued support, and please reach out if you have any questions.
The IT Department at The Delisle Center is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. to assist with all Chromebook-related issues! Don’t let tech troubles get in the way of your child’s success. Get any needed repairs or replacements done now, so your student is fully prepared for the start of year!
What’s Available:
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Chromebook Repairs
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Charger Replacements
Location:
The Delisle Center
14780 Superior Rd.
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Phone Number:
(216) 397-6000
All students in the Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District, from pre-K through 12, will receive free breakfast and lunch each day of the 2024-2025 school year.
Every student, regardless of family income level, in every district school building will receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at no charge each day. Students will continue to receive the same high-quality meals provided by AVI Fresh, the district’s food service partner. Families do not need to submit Free and Reduced Lunch applications.
Click the link below to access all meal menus!
