October Resources and Reminders
Every October, we celebrate National Principals Month, recognizing the vital role that principals play in fostering a safe and encouraging learning environment in our schools. This month is dedicated to honoring these hardworking professionals who often go unrecognized for their significant contributions.
Principals set the academic tone for their schools, and their vision, dedication, and determination are essential for driving student success. Organizations such as NASSP, NAESP, and AFSA come together each year to acknowledge the tireless efforts of these educational leaders.
National Principals Month is not just a celebration; it is also marked by resolutions from national and state officials, including acknowledgments from U.S. Senators and Representatives. However, the most meaningful celebrations occur within our own schools and communities, where we can express our gratitude and support for the incredible work our principals do every day.
Warrensville Heights High School Students Stay -In- The-Game Old School Style for Spirit Week
During Spirit Week here in Warrensville Heights City School District, the various schools utilized themed days to encourage student engagement and participation during Spirit Week. The Warrensville Heights High School in particular kept it "old school" during their Senior day as several of their students and staff dressed up as "Senior" citizens. Teachers and students throughout the halls could be seen with grey hair, rollers, canes, robes, and house dresses creating the perfect opportunity for a great photo op! Thank you to all who participated and showed their school spirit and #TigerPride.
Tiger Way Winners Selected!
The results are in! The winners of our Tiger Way award for this cycle have been selected. These individuals, consistently embodied the spirit of collaboration, and displayed a passion for growth.
The First Quarter Tiger Way Awards Winners are :
Jennie Peoples at Warrensville Heights High School and Antonio Render from Transportation.
Congratulations to these two hard working and dedicated Tigers.
Tiger Way winners will receive public recognition at the October 23rd board meeting at 6pm, a token of appreciation and an invitation to attend the 2024-25 End of Year Luncheon.
Tiger Way nominations will be done every quarter, so be on the look out for individuals who embody what it means to earn this nomination.
Nomination Requirements:
• Work Status: Must have completed the probationary period.
• Inclusion: Cannot receive more than one recognition award in a year.
• Performance: No poor performance indicators or disciplinary actions from HR in the past year.
In a little over two weeks Warrensville Heights City Schools will be hosting the Annual Fall Wellness Event on Tuesday November 5th from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. hosted by our Human Resources Department. There will be some fitness events so please come in work appropriate athletic attire.
Additionally, should you wish to get your professional headshot updated please bring a set of business attire to change into for your photograph to be taken by the Communications Department.
Last, but not least healthy lunches will be available to all who attend.
Please direct any questions to Executive Director of School Leadership & Human Resources, Kenya Hunt at Kenya.Hunt@whcsd.org.
The following vendors will be present:
- AAA
- Aflac
- All State Insurance
- Anthem Health Insurance
- Flu Shots
- Mammograms
- Century Credit Union
- Century Credit Union
- Brooks Insurance Group
- Student Loans
- Hand & Chair Massages
- Sam’s Club
- Fabletics
- Stretch Med Studios
- Weight Watchers
This fall there is a variety of fun- filled events for everyone to come and show their #TigerPride below are some of the following events and their dates and locations.
- Fitness Under the Lights - Saturday, October 19th at the Warrensville Heights High School Stadium. The event begins at 5:00 p.m. with food trucks and other vendors and ends at 8:00 p.m.
- Trunk or Treat - Monday, October 28th at Warrensville Heights Elementary School from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Greeting Card Contest Winners will be selected on November 18th so please remind your students to participate!
- Senior Community Thanksgiving Dinner- Thursday, November 21st at Warrensville Heights High School at 5:30 p.m. hosted by Coach Meechie and the WHHS Boys Basketball team this is a family and community Engagement event and all are welcome and encouraged to attend.
