Berea City School District

6/1 Last Day of School

6/6 Lou Groza Field Turf Dedication & Celebration

6/6-6/8 Full-Scale Comprehensive Safety Drills

6/12 Board of Education Meeting / Be A Titan Recognition

6/29 Board of Education Meeting

2023-2024 School Year Calendar

It has been a remarkable year filled with growth, achievements, and memorable experiences for our entire school community.

I am immensely proud of our students, whose dedication and hard work have shined bright throughout the year. Whether it was in the classroom, on the field, or on the stage, our students have demonstrated their exceptional talents and abilities.

I would also like to express my deepest gratitude to our outstanding educators and staff members. Their passion for teaching, their commitment to providing a nurturing learning environment, and their tireless efforts to support our students' growth and development have been instrumental in creating another successful year. Their dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are fortunate to have such a dedicated team guiding our students toward their full potential.

Of course, none of our achievements would have been possible without the unwavering support of our families. Your involvement, encouragement, and partnership have been crucial in fostering a strong and vibrant school community. Whether it was attending school events, volunteering your time, or just simply supporting your children's education, your commitment has made a significant difference in their lives. Thank you for entrusting us with their education and for being active participants in their journey.

As we bid farewell to this school year, let us remember the cherished memories we have created together. We have made this another extraordinary year, and I am truly honored to serve as your Superintendent. May you all have a restful and rejuvenating summer, filled with joy, laughter, and beautiful moments shared with loved ones.

Be safe, be kind, and ALWAYS be a Titan!

Tracy L. Wheeler
Superintendent

To our Titans Community,

We are writing to inform you about an upcoming event that will take place in our school district. As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our students, staff, and the entire community, we will be conducting 3-day full-scale comprehensive safety drills on June 6, 7, and 8.

The purpose of these drills is to simulate realistic emergency scenarios and test our emergency response procedures. These comprehensive exercises will involve various emergency services, including local law enforcement, fire departments, and medical personnel, working in collaboration with school district personnel.

Date: June 6-8, 2023

Time: 12:30-4:00 p.m.

Locations:

Berea-Midpark High School (June 6)

Berea-Midpark Middle School (June 7)

Brook Park Elementary School (June 8)

During the drills, you may notice an increased presence of emergency vehicles, personnel, and simulated emergency situations in and around our school buildings. We want to emphasize that this is only a practice exercise and not a real emergency. Please do not be alarmed by any of the activities you may witness during the drill.

It is essential for us to conduct these drills periodically to evaluate our emergency response plans, identify areas for improvement, and enhance our overall preparedness. By doing so, we can ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone in our school district.

We kindly request your cooperation and understanding during the drills. We encourage you to refrain from entering the designated drill areas and to follow any instructions given by authorized personnel to ensure the smooth running of the exercises.

The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and we believe that these drills are crucial in maintaining a high level of readiness. We greatly appreciate your support and understanding as we strive to create a safe learning environment for all.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the upcoming full-scale drills, please do not hesitate to contact Mike Draves, Assistant Superintendent at 216-898-8300 or mdraves1@bereaschools.org.

Thank you for your cooperation and ongoing support.

Sincerely,

Tracy L. Wheeler

Superintendent

Celebrating the Cleveland Browns commitment to education and youth and high school football, the team is hosting a special field celebration and dedication to unveil ForeverLawn high-quality turf at Berea City School District’s Lou Groza Field. This marks the 14th field surface installed in Ohio schools and communities by the Browns, courtesy of the Haslam and Johnson families and Browns Give Back, since the team’s long-term field initiative launched seven years ago in May 2016.

The community is welcome to join the celebration on Tuesday, June 6 at 6 p.m. at Lou Groza Field located at the Roehm Athletic Complex, 7720 Pleasant Ave., Berea.

The next time you connect with any of the individuals below, please thank them for their impact on our district and commitment to our students.

2022-2023 Staff Retirees

2022-2023 Staff Milestones

Sponsored by the Middleburg Heights Chamber of Commerce

The Stuff the Bus annual school supply and fundraising drive supporting BCSD and Polaris Career Center will take place on August 5th, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Berea-Midpark High School, 165 E. Bagley Rd., Berea.

Please mark your calendar for that day. The community can drop off supplies in drive through manner.

In case you are not available to drop off supplies on the day of event, we encourage you to drop off school supplies at locations throughout the district. A complete list of all drop off locations will be available on the Middleburg Heights Chamber of Commerce website. https://middleburgheightschamber.com/stuff-the-bus.../

School supply lists: https://www.berea.k12.oh.us/supplylists

Families interested in receiving supplies from our Stuff the Bus supply drive can pick up supplies on Saturday, August 12 from 9 a.m. until supplies run out at the Transportation Department Building located at 235 Riveredge Parkway in Berea.

The pick-up line will be a one way drive-through.

Please enter Riveredge Parkway off of Grayton Rd. as shown in the map below.

The Polaris Career Center Satellite Marketing & Entrepreneurship and Broadcasting & Video Production programs, located at Berea-Midpark High School, placed first in the Impact Teen Drivers “Just Drive” Social Media Campaign. The Just Drive Contest is an exciting opportunity for young people to promote safe driving among their peers, parents, and in their community. The Just Drive Contest is made possible by NJM Insurance Group.

Their entry, “Distracted Driving… Don’t Make It Your Thing,” was recognized for its concept and creativity, execution and effectiveness of message. The students worked hard to create a week-long campaign highlighting the dangers of distracted driving. They developed the concept, plan, infographics, social media posts, PSA videos and posters. With the help of Impact Teen Drivers’ Director of Strategic Partnerships, Heidi Dean, the students presented to over 400 students about the dangers of distracted driving. They partnered with the Berea-Midpark High School School Resource Officers and University Hospitals’ Safe Kids/Safe Communities to host a fair during lunch to educate students on the dangers of distracted driving. The winning campaign was implemented in March. As the winners, the programs were awarded a $10,000 educational grant.

The following students created the project under the direction of Polaris instructors, Melissa Burchett and Katie Street:

Marketing & Entrepreneurship Program

John Ellam - 12

Chloe Leggins - 12

Karielys Massa - 12

Madison Mattila - 12

Kevin McDonough - 12

Brandon Prescott - 12

Vincenzo Simanella - 12

Cameron Werner - 12

Broadcasting & Video Production Program

Malakai Crespo - 10

Anthony Caraballo - 9

Zane Dalton - 12

Hailey Fuller - 12

Joel Petrie - 12

Desiree Scheall - 10

Austin Shaw - 12

Adam Svoboda – 10

Several Berea-Midpark varsity programs will be hosting youth camps this summer to provide instruction, development and fun opportunities to children of the Berea City School District.

More information is available on the Titans Athletics website.

Please contact the city of the program you are interested in with any questions.

Berea

Session 1: June 5-9 – 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Session 2: June 5-9 – 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Download the registration form

Brook Park

Session 1: July 31 -August 4 – 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Session 2: August 7-11 – 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Register online

Middleburg Heights

Session 1: June 5-8 – 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Session 2: June 12-15 – 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Register online

We understand that circumstances change, and sometimes families need to relocate or switch to different school districts for various reasons.

If you are planning to move or change school districts, we kindly ask that you complete the Withdrawal Notification Form. This form is essential in ensuring a smooth transition for your child and helps us maintain accurate records.

• Nine inducted into Berea Schools Alumni Hall of Fame: Community Voices
  

• Berea-Midpark’s Tree of Knowledge ready for its close-up

• ‘Tree of Knowledge’ sculpture rededicated at Berea-Midpark High School
  

• Polaris students showcase entrepreneurial talents at May Market in Berea
  

• Berea State of the Schools combines with 10-year Titans celebration
  

• Polaris students team up to win $10,000 ‘Just Drive’ contest
  

BCSD uses Peachjar, an electronic flyer posting and distribution system to distribute school flyers and approved flyers from community groups and organizations that sponsor activities of an educational/enrichment nature for students and staff >> view current flyers

The Berea Board of Education holds regular community conversations to give the public access to board members outside of the formal public participation setting of a meeting. Residents will have the opportunity to meet and discuss any concerns they may have with two board members during a 30 minute time-slot set aside prior to each regular scheduled Board of Education meeting. The goal of this effort is to more effectively connect with the public and learn more about the community.

Additional district financial information such as our annual financial reports, forecasts, budget documents, etc., can be found on the district website under the Treasurer's Department page or by using the QR code.