The Weekly Words
April 5, 2026
Team,
As we finally enter the weeks of OST, it calls for a time of reflection and resolution—to be better, do better, and make better. We have an incredible opportunity in our roles to accomplish all three. This season will bring moments of inspiration, tough challenges, and the strengthening of bonds between colleagues and students. Set your sights on how you can be better, do better, and make better—for yourself, for Noble, and for our students. I am truly excited to take on the OST and all that it will bring.
Over the next couple of months, we will continue to conduct debriefs with each of you as part of the OTES 2.0 Evaluation process and evaluating our PGPs. This will be a chance to step back and reflect on where we are at this point in the year. In addition to the questions in the framework, consider the following:
• What’s working for you at Noble?
• What’s not working for you at Noble?
• What big picture questions do you have for this year and next school year?
Mr. Walker, M.Ed.
Principal
Hi team!
I hope everyone had a smooth transition back after Spring Break and that you are able to enjoy some time to rest and recharge over this brief "April Break." Thank you for all you continue to do each day to support our students and our school community; your efforts are making a difference. Over the past week, it has been great to see students continuing to demonstrate the Noble Big 4, and the positive growth in both behavior and school culture remains evident throughout the building.
To celebrate these efforts, we’ve continued recognizing classes with Golden Tickets when students are caught showing positive behavior in hallways, at recess, during dismissal, and across the school. Once a class earns 12 Golden Tickets, they receive a small celebration to recognize their teamwork and commitment to maintaining a positive environment. Thank you for reinforcing these expectations and helping keep the momentum strong.
I also want to extend my appreciation for the time and care you put into connecting with families. Those conversations are essential in strengthening our partnership with families and ensuring we are supporting each student as we move through the final stretch of the school year.
Ms. Barrett
Assistant Principal
A huge shout-out to our paraprofessionals and lunch monitors for all you do each and every day to support our students and keep our building running smoothly; your impact does not go unnoticed!
Shout-out to Ms. Wallace for her work as Media Ancillary and for creating meaningful experiences for our students!
Shout-out to Ms. Murray for working around the clock to ensure the budget is balanced and that all orders are in—your organization and dedication are truly appreciated!
Shout-out to our Pre-K and Kindergarten families for helping us raise nearly $2,000 through the Reading Rally so far—your support makes a difference!
Shout-out to Ms. Gaines for expertly managing all the moving pieces that make Noble Run Club a success year after year—your organization and dedication truly make it all come together!
Thank you to our PTA and Noble staff for generously volunteering your time and energy to support Run Club—your commitment helps make this experience possible for our students!
Shout-out to Mrs. Salvatore for stepping in to teach Math for Ms. Oberfield during her absence and for coordinating so effectively with Ms. Oberfield’s substitute teacher, Ms. East—your teamwork and flexibility are outstanding!
Shout-out to Ms. Doyle for taking the time to have a restorative conversation with a student after a misunderstanding—this is what building relationships and supporting student growth looks like!
Shout-out to Ms. Patton for always maintaining consistent expectations and for holding ALC down—your consistency and leadership matter!
Thank you all for the many ways you contribute to making our school a positive and supportive place for students and one another—keep up the great work!
Ms. Yvonne Wallace serves as the Library Media Ancillary and has dedicated 14 years to the Cleveland Heights–University Heights (CH-UH) School District. A proud Heights alumna, she attended both Canterbury and Wiley and has been a Cleveland Heights resident for over 50 years.
Ms. Wallace is deeply connected to the community she serves and brings that pride into her work each day. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her family and is especially proud of her role as a Great Auntie.
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April Birthdays
Sra. Romina - April 2
Mrs. Cohen - April 3
Mrs. Beckles - April 7
Ms. Ward - April 7
Ms. Threatt - April 15
Mr. Cohen - April 16
Nurse Lacey - April 20
Ms. Harrington - April 28
Noble Run Club is up and running, with students training twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) in preparation for the Tiger 5K on May 1 at Heights High School! This program promotes healthy habits, goal setting, and perseverance for our students.
Staff support plays an important role in keeping students motivated and engaged. Please help encourage participation, celebrate student effort, and promote the $10 sponsorship opportunity with families to help support the program.
Thank you to everyone who has volunteered their time to assist with Run Club—your support helps make this a meaningful and successful experience for our students!
As we head into the 4th quarter after Spring Break, it’s a fresh start for strong attendance! Students in grades 2-5 have a new opportunity to earn an invite to our Attendance Celebration by having 0–1 absences AND 0–1 tardies (over 15 minutes) by the end of the quarter. Let’s finish the year strong—every day counts!
We’ve already raised $1,855 toward our $10,000 goal; what a great start! A special shout-out to our Pre-K and Kindergarten families for helping us get off on the right foot!
As we continue building momentum, we’re excited to encourage participation across Grades 1–5. Your support in promoting daily engagement can make a big difference in helping students stay involved and excited about reading.
Students can log reading minutes each day by watching the kickoff and daily challenge videos through their donation page. Encouraging students to check in daily—both at school and at home—will help keep participation strong.
💡 How staff can support:
- Encourage students to participate in daily reading challenges
- Remind students to share their pages with family and friends
- Celebrate participation and progress in your classrooms
Let’s keep the momentum going and continue building excitement around reading across all grade levels! Thank you for your support in making this a success!
Families, caregivers, educators, and community members are warmly invited to join us for an engaging and eye opening evening focused on understanding dyslexia. This interactive Dyslexia Simulation offers participants the opportunity to experience learning challenges similar to those faced by many students with dyslexia, helping build awareness, empathy, and practical insight.
This evening is for families who want greater understanding, practical insight, and meaningful ways to support children with dyslexia.
Participants can earn 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Monday, April 20, 2026
Dinner served at 5:30 PM
Simulation from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Delisle Options Center
14780 Superior Road
Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118
Supervised Childcare will be available so families can fully participate.
The simulation will be presented by the International Dyslexia Association, Northern Ohio Branch, offering a powerful learning experience for our community. Together we are creating space for learning, understanding, and stronger support for students who learn differently. Please register https://bit.ly/walkinshoe or use the QR code on the flyer.
Creative Heights 2025-2026 Art Show
April 11- May 8
Mark your calendars for the opening reception
Where: Lee Road Library
When: April 14 8-8 PM
Award presentation at 7PM
This year, you will continue to submit your Noble TAP concerns using a secure Google Form. You may be asked to include your name, which will be visible only to Daniel Hershman-Rossi and Kimberly Holyk, our 795 Building Stewards.
If you prefer to remain anonymous, simply indicate this in your submission. However, please keep in mind that providing your name allows for more effective follow-up and resolution of your concern. Thank you for your attention to this process. Please be on the lookout for the updated form below.
Mrs. Holyk
Mr. Hershman-Rossi
Noble Elementary
Building Stewards
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.
OST is right around the corner. Please take a few moments to review the OST Draft, which includes a tentative testing schedule. Your feedback is essential, add any questions, concerns, or suggestions directly into the sheet so we can refine the plan and ensure a smooth and successful testing experience for our students and staff.
We are excited to kick off our schoolwide reading experience, One Book, One School, featuring The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies!
Over the next several weeks, all students in grades 1–5 will receive a copy of the book and participate in reading during the school day. This is a great opportunity to build a shared literacy experience across our building and strengthen connections through a common text.
To support implementation:
- Please ensure students are engaging with the text during designated reading times
- Encourage classroom discussion and connections to deepen comprehension
- Reinforce participation and excitement around the shared experience
Families have access to additional resources, including chapter read-aloud videos, nightly trivia, and more. Students should also be encouraged to follow along with the reading calendar to stay on pace.
This initiative is designed to:
- Build reading comprehension
- Promote meaningful conversations
- Foster a love of reading across grade levels
- Strengthen school-wide community
📅 Literacy Night: May 14 | 5:00–6:30 PM
We encourage staff support in promoting this event to families as we celebrate this shared experience together.
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.
MetroHealth will offer dental services to CH-UH students at the Heights Wellness Center, located inside Heights High School, April 13-17. Services include cleanings, x-rays, exams, sealants, fluoride treatments, and restorative care.
As with all of the services provided by MetroHealth at the Heights Wellness Center, there is never any out-of-pocket expense for students. Families can fill out a consent form here and make an appointment by calling 216-957-1303 or emailing shpschedule@metrohealth.org.
