Miller Elementary Weekly Update
For the Week of September 14, 2026
Hello Miller Families!
Happy Friday, Everyone! We had another busy short week at Miller Elementary and we are gearing up for a fun-filled "HOMECOMING WEEK" in the Aurora City Schools! The elementary buildings have teamed up to create a spirited week for all our "Little Greenmen." You'll see that we have created easy spirit days that your child has the option to participate in leading up to the big game on Friday night. Please use the calendar shown above to know each of our themed days, starting on Monday, 9/14.
As a reminder, we have our School Picture Day on Wednesday, September 16th! We want to reassure you that we help all children feel comfortable in front of the camera. We will help to fix their hair, adjust any outfits or capture that perfect smile. If your child has PE on Wednesday, please pack their tennis shoes so they can make a shoe change sometime during the day. Purchasing a photo package is not required, however, you can order pictures online to avoid any paperwork sent to school. Your order needs to be placed within 48 hours of picture day so that Riphco Studios knows your preference of background color and the specific package. You can also use the envelope that was sent home last week to select a package and send in any money to complete the purchase. If you have any questions about picture day, please feel free to reach out to us, or Ripcho Studios. Pictures usually take at least 6 weeks to arrive. If you order a package with a composite photo, the composite will be delivered early winter once we have retake picture day. If you have any questions, please see the details below about school pictures.
Have a great weekend and GO GREENMEN!
Kindly,
Maria Goodman
Miller Elementary Principal
330-954-2189
Our fall picture day is quickly approaching! All children will have their picture taken by Ripcho Studios that will be used for our school yearbook and your family has the option to purchase a picture package using the online ordering form or a traditional form. We have volunteers ready to help every child fix their hair, adjust their outfit and ensure we can capture that perfect smile.
Picture Day is Wednesday, September 16th at Miller Elementary School
Save time and preorder your photographs on the Ripcho Studio webpage before your Picture Day, by clicking on the "Order Online" button below.
You Access Key is:94EPCHS9
Please Note: The Online Password will expire 48 hours after the Photo Date so all online orders need to be submitted no later than 48 hours after picture day.
Judy’s impact on our school cannot be measured simply by the number of years she served. She became woven into the fabric of our school, into our traditions, and the countless lives she touched along the way. Although Judy was not a member of our staff this school year, her presence and influence remain with us. The lessons she shared, the relationships she built, and the care she gave to children and colleagues will continue to live on in our school for years to come. We always look to one another and say, "What would Judy do?" if we are ever stuck and need a fresh perspective.
Those of us who had the privilege of working alongside Judy know how fortunate we were to call her a friend and colleague. We are better educators, and our school is a better place, because Judy was part of it. Her legacy will continue through the students she taught, the educators she influenced, and the many people who were lucky enough to know her.
On Thursday, your child may have shared they had a substitute teacher so our staff could have the time and space they needed. This information was not shared with your children, but we did end our day doing exactly what "Judy would do," we had a school wide DANCE PARTY! We knew that Judy was smiling down on all of us as we celebrated her life and the impact she has had on us all.
Buster the Bus came to Miller Elementary this week! We held our first assembly to review bus expectations and all the important reminders about bus safety. This is a great time to remind your child about these important bus rules that we all need to follow to ensure a safe and smooth ride to and from school each day!
- Stay seated in your seat
- Keep a safe body
- Use a quiet voice
- Save eating and drinking for home
We know it can be new and exciting riding the bus without a seat belt! It's important to remind your child to stay seated, facing forward and sitting on our bottom. The seats are designed to keep them safe while traveling. Your child's bus driver may tell you about a bus incident or they will communicate with us at school. If necessary, we will practice and reteach bus safety rules with your child, so we can ensure a safe ride for all. Thank you for your continued support!
SEPTEMBER
- Monday, September 7th - NO SCHOOL FOR ALL - LABOR DAY
- Sunday, September 13th - PTO Mum Pick up - Leighton Elementary School
- Wednesday, September 16th - School Picture Day - See the links above!
OCTOBER
- Friday, 10/9 - NO SCHOOL for NEOEA Day
- Monday, 10/12 - NO SCHOOL for Staff Professional Development Day
- Friday, 10/30 - Fall Costume Parade and Festival - Times will be shared later
This is a friendly reminder that we have sent out tuition letters to any families that have an upcoming payment due on September 15th. These letters came home in your child's take home folder this past week and will be coming home with our preschoolers next week.
Our total tuition cost for preschool is $2000 and full-day kindergarten is $2500. Many families have paid the initial down payment and we collect the next set of fees by September 15th and the final payment will be due on January 15th.
If you sent in a check for the September payment, thank you! We will be running credit cards that you have listed on file after September 15th. If you have changed your credit card information or would like to change the card we have on file, please call Erin Toler at 330-562-6199 and she's happy to get the new information. As a reminder, the tuition information along with our tax-id number for taxes can be found on the tuition contract you signed for preschool or kindergarten enrollment.
Hello Miller Families,
I hope you’re enjoying the sunshine! I wanted to focus this week on two supports we can share and provide to families.
Parenting Program : We’re happy to share a free opportunity for families to access the Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) — a trusted, research-based program that supports parents and caregivers in raising confident, healthy children.
Through this online program, you’ll find helpful strategies to:
Strengthen your connection with your child
Promote positive behaviors and routines
Respond to challenges in a calm, consistent way
Support your child’s growth and independence
Balance parenting with your own well-being
The program is self-paced and can be accessed anytime from a phone, tablet, or computer making it easy to fit into your schedule. To sign up, visit the Positive Parenting Program - Triple P site and scroll to the bottom to select “Free online course today.” We encourage you to take advantage of this helpful resource!
Financial Needs: Miller Elementary partners with our PTO to assist families with financial needs. By reaching out via this form, phone, email, or in person, we can help with funds for Book Fairs, the Holiday Shop, holiday gifts, Thanksgiving “baskets,” winter clothing, yearbooks, school supplies, or any other need. Please don’t hesitate to contact me—simply let me know what you need, and I’ll connect you with
Warmly,
Mrs. Lindsey Ambrosia
School Counselor
📞 (330) 562-6199, ext. 5414
📧 lambrosia@aurora-schools.org
Miller Elementary: Preschool & Kindergarten
Miller Elementary Principal
Erin Toler : etoler@aurora-schools.org
Miller Elementary Secretary
Email: mgoodman@aurora-schools.org
Website: aurora-schools.org
Location: 646 S Chillicothe Rd, Aurora, OH 44202, USA
Phone: 330-562-6199