Munson Messenger
Issue 1 - August 27, 2026
- 6:00-6:45pm - Grades K, 1
- 7:00-7:45pm - Grades 2, 3
Friday, September 4 - No school (professional development day)
Monday, September 7 - No school (Labor Day)
Tuesday, September 29 - Picture Day
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to Munson Elementary! Whether you are new to our school or a returning family, we are thrilled to have all 250 of your children with us. We have gotten off to a great start this year!
A few important reminders this week...
⏰ Please note that our START TIME has moved to 9:10am this year, with the doors opening at 9am. Starting at 9:10:01, students are tardy and must be signed in at the office. School still dismiss at 3:40pm.
🚌 Our drop off and pick up procedures have been incredibly smooth so far - great job, parents! Please remember to pull your car up as close as possible to the one in front of you. Also, for the children's safety, please do not allow anyone to hang out of the car windows while in line. Thank you!
📝 Please remember to send a note or call the office for any change in dismissal plans. If you have not yet turned in your child's purple Permanent After School Plans form, please do so ASAP!
🍎 We are looking forward to our Parent Open House TONIGHT, Thursday August 27.
- Kindergarten and 1st grade parents will attend from 6-6:45pm
- 2nd and 3rd grade parents will attend from 7-7:45pm
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, you can reach out to your child's teacher or contact the office at 440-286-5901. We're here to help everyone have a wonderful school year!
Sincerely,
Mathew Prezioso
Principal, Munson Elementary
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Students will participate in the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) Growth assessment three times this year, with the fall administration during the window of August 25-September 11. MAP Growth provides educators with valuable data to understand instructional needs and tailor learning to student strengths.
MAP Growth also serves as a whole-grade screening tool for gifted identification in Reading and Mathematics for students in grades 2-10. Students who score at or above the 95th percentile nationally in Reading or Math qualify for gifted identification under Ohio Department of Education and Workforce guidelines. Parents of students who meet the criteria for gifted identification will receive written notification via email within 30 days of the district receiving test results.
Thank you,
Megan O'Hara, Gifted Coordinator for Chardon Local Schools
Please take a few minutes to read over the 2026-2027 School Year Information packet.
Also, if you have not yet returned your child's purple Permanent After School Plans form, please do so ASAP! If yours was misplaced, click HERE to print a new copy, or reach out to the office.
The Annual Update must be completed by ALL Chardon Local Schools households every year, for every student. WHY? We need your most accurate and up-to-date information so that...
- we can contact you in case of an emergency or other issue;
- you can quickly and conveniently pay for student meals and any school fees online;
- you can access important forms and documents, including report cards;
- your child may participate in field trips;
- our nurses can be notified of pre-existing health conditions, allergies, and any other health concerns your child may have!
HOW DO I COMPLETE THE ANNUAL UPDATE?
Step 1: Log on to Infinite Campus.
Step 2: Click the menu toolbar on the upper left corner, and click More.
Step 3: Click Online Registration.
Step 4: Find Annual Update, and under "Action", click "Start."
Step 5: Proceed through each tab and update/add information as needed. When you complete the update, be sure to click "Submit."
HOW MANY ANNUAL UPDATES ARE LEFT TO COMPLETE?
The first class to complete ALL of their Annual Updates will receive a treat!!! 🍪 (If you are not sure whether you need to complete the Update, feel free to contact the office and we can check for you.)
- Mrs. Sobodosh - 5
- Ms. Manary - 6
- Mrs. Bates/Ms. Veselko - 10
- Mrs. McClintock - 11
- Mrs. Suszynski - 11
- Mrs. Turk - 11
- Mrs. Burress - 12
- Mrs. Elliott - 12
- Mrs. Dinko - 12
- Mr. Buemi - 18
Topper Tickets are given to students as a special recognition when they demonstrate a Topper Trait - Taking Responsibility, Offering Kindness, and Persevering. Each day, we randomly select a few Topper Ticket winners from each grade level to receive a prize! Check the newsletter each week for their names!
Kindergarten: Emer Phelps, Lauryn Pavlick, Dexter Chenoweth
1st Grade: Grace Thompson, Jackson Burgett, Callie Caruso, Jayden Nappier, Emily New, Brooks Taylor, Grace Thompson (again!), Oliver Addison, Matthew Nunes, Leona Argenti, Nora Adkins, Kace Paterson
2nd Grade: Henry Fegan, Taelyn Morrison, Nevaeh Fisher, Madelyn Grant, Raine Mormile, Penny Wilhelm, Myles Greathouse, Ava Nadolski, Allegheny Walker, Owen Schaedlich, Mia Ventura, Vinny Tomaso
3rd Grade: Eddy Traffis, DelilahSue DeWalt, Grayson Vancura, Austin DeVienzio, Elliott Root, Stella Henderson, Fiona Thornton, Ryan Stefanko, Victor Micali, Kander Brickman, Claire Clark, Lucas Robbins
Munson's Menu 🍕🌮🍪
Monday 8/31 - breaded chicken sandwich
Tuesday 9/1 - macaroni and cheese
Wednesday 9/2 - beef hot dog
Thursday 9/3 - chicken nuggets
Friday 9/4 - NO SCHOOL
Check out the Chardon Schools Food Services website for monthly menus, Free and Reduced Meal applications, and instructions on adding money to your child's food account!
When you think about the school day, you might not immediately think about the lunchroom - but for our students, it's an important part of their day! Our lunch ladies do more than serve meals. We help make sure our students have a nutritious meal, a friendly face to greet them, and a place where they can take a break, talk with their friends, and recharge for the rest of the school day. We get to know our students - their favorite foods, their funny stories, and sometimes even the things that might be bothering them. We celebrate the little victories, help clean up the occasional spilled milk (it happens! 😊), and do our best to make lunchtime a positive part of every child's day.
We are so happy to be a part of our school community, and we look forward to sharing a little piece of the lunch room with you in each newsletter. From our lunch room to your family - thank you for letting us be a part of your child's day!
🍎🫶🥪
Mrs. Russo, Miss Sammy, Miss Sara, and Miss Kelly
**Please do NOT pack GLASS BOTTLES or any CARBONATED BEVERAGES for your child. Thank you for your cooperation!
Welcome to the school clinic! Our goal is to help keep your child healthy, safe, and ready to learn throughout the school year. To provide the best care possible, we ask families to help us keep your child's health information current. Please let us know about the following:
💉 Immunizations - please make sure the school has your child's most recent immunization records. Updated records help us meet school health requirements and provide appropriate care when needed.
🩺 Health Conditions - please inform the school clinic about any health conditions, allergies, medications, or other medical needs your child may have. This information helps us respond appropriately if your child needs care during the school day. Also, please notify us if your child's health condition ever changes!
🏥 Visits to the Clinic - if your child visits the school clinic, we document the visit and any care provided. Tracking clinic visits helps us monitor patters, identify ongoing concerns, and communicate with families when follow-up may be needed.
🤳 Please Keep Your Phone Numbers Current - having accurate contact information is especially important. If your child becomes sick, is injured, or needs to be picked up from school, we need to be able to reach you quickly. Please update your phone numbers and emergency contacts whenever there is a change!
Thank you for partnering with us to keep your child healthy and safe. We appreciate your help in keeping health information accurate and up to date throughout the school year!
Warmly,
Mrs. Sarah Park, RN, BSN
Mrs. Renee Kolenich, MA
Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) provides students who qualify with extra instructional services and activities beyond classroom instruction. Click HERE for information about the Title I program, and reach out to the school with any questions.
Learn about what's going on in the schools!
This link will walk you through steps of this MANDATORY update!
If you need to let the office know of any dismissal changes, you can print copies of dismissal forms here!
Check out local camps, classes, contests, clubs, sports, and more!
Mathew Prezioso, Principal
mathew.prezioso@chardonschools.org
Sandy Henderson, Secretary
sandy.henderson@chardonschools.org
Jen Cline, Clerical Assistant
jennifer.cline@chardonschools.org
Sarah Park, Nurse
Renee Kolenich, Medical Assistant
renee.kolenich@chardonschools.org
Main Office/24-7 Attendance Line
440-286-5901
October 5-19 - Stoller Fundraiser
October 16 - Fall Fest at Hornyak Farm, 4-7pm
October 19-23 - Fall Book Fair
Keep an eye out for more information about these events - coming soon!
