Edgewood Homecoming: Save the Dates
Students at EHS took part in a hiring event yesterday for the new McDonald's opening in Trenton later this year. Students were eager to see what was offered and improve their job and interview skills. The table was so busy they ran out of paper applications and began to use a QR code to fill out applications on their phones. It is great to see the initiative exhibited by our students.
"Celebrate Edgewood's Past, Present, and Future."
We invite students, alumni, and our community to submit artwork for display during our 54th Homecoming! Please use the following link to download entry forms. https://5il.co/244wf
"Tailgating Party" for our military families on Friday, September 15th before the "Military Appreciation" varsity football game!
The Cincinnati Buddy Walk will take place at Sawyer Point on Saturday, September 9, 2023. The Buddy Walk is the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati’s largest fundraising and awareness event of the year, attracting over 13,000 participants and raising half of the annual revenue needed to fulfill its mission. BuddyWalkCincy
Together, participants walk to celebrate the extraordinary lives of people with Down syndrome and raise much-needed funds to provide programs, support, resources, outreach, and advocacy to our community.
Many of our Edgewood students and families participate in the Buddy Walk each year. However, many families are unable to attend this amazing event and would like to share in their support of this cause.
We are asking staff and students to join us in celebrating the annual Buddy Walk and our students and families with Down Syndrome on Friday, September 8th. Please wear your Buddy Walk shirt if you have one, and any kind of silly socks to show your support!
In August, FFA representatives Kellie Beiser and Makayla Krazl presented the Honorary State FFA Degree to Amy Ashcraft Board of Education Vice President. Among the many accolades during the presentation, were the following:
"Amy Ashcraft has been a tremendous supporter of Ag Education, the FFA, and all students who participate in the program at Edgewood High School. Amy is a parent of 4 past FFA members and has continued to contribute to the success of the program after her children have left. She has poured her time, energy, and support into our members and our program.
Amy has volunteered time to coach students in the Job Interview CDE, spending numerous hours in a one-on-one setting asking questions and providing feedback on interview skills. Our members value her time, as well as the mentorship that she provided during these experiences.
Amy has been an active member of the local Alumni chapter for many years. She has helped with key fundraisers and has offered her home and farm to host a chapter FFA meeting for members. She went above and beyond to set up a bonfire, games, food, etc., ensuring that everyone who attended felt welcomed and had a great time.
From the FFA banquet to application judging, Amy has done it all when it comes to volunteering on behalf of our chapter. In addition to being a constant source of help and physical support for the chapter, Amy has also played a key role in generating administrative and community support for the program. She shares a positive word about our chapter everywhere she goes and makes it clear to everyone that she believes in what we do.
Amy has been a vital source of support to our Ag Ed program for many years. She is a tremendous advocate for Agricultural Education and is undoubtedly deserving of an Honorary State FFA Degree."
The Edgewood City School District Board of Education Meeting scheduled for Monday, September 25, 2023, has been rescheduled. The meeting will be held on Monday, September 18, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Heritage Auditorium at Edgewood High School.
Congratulations to our EECC First Day of School Photo Contest Winners! Due to a tie, we are highlighting four winners in this year's contest. Thank you to those who submitted the photos and those who took the time to like them. Each photo submitted was absolutely adorable!
Preschool PM Openings
Edgewood Basketball Annual Golf Outing
Today's Girl's Tennis match against Northwest is Canceled.
Edgewood City School District currently has an opening for a Bus Mechanic/Driver.
If you or someone you know is interested in joining the Edgewood Family and meets the requirements below, please contact mary.wenzel@edgewoodschools.net
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
At least eighteen (18) years old
Completion of a satisfactory pre-employment driver's training program, basic and advanced bus driver's education program; bus driver's certificate; valid School Bus Passenger CDL
Sufficiently skilled, experienced, and/or trained in automotive mechanics to understand the vehicle, be equipped to follow a definite plan which is thorough, systematic, and adequate
Be physically qualified as determined by an annual physical examination
Good health, high moral character, good attendance record, and pleasant disposition
Professional tact, diplomacy, and presentation with administrators, staff, teachers, students, parents, and the community
Demonstrates a sincere desire to aid all students
CPR and first aid training
Knowledge of school bus traffic laws, safety, and routing
A satisfactory report from Criminal Records check every six years.
Tonight's home football game vs Milford will be live-streamed here:
https://www.edgewoodschools.com/page/livestreams
Please click the link to view pricing information.
ECSD welcomed its first groups of students back from summer break today. Parking lots are full, buses are rolling, students are filling the hallways, and staff are excited to welcome them back.
Thank you to all staff, families, and students who helped today get off to a great start!
EECC staff is excited to welcome your preschooler or kindergartener and show off EECC's new look. Please enjoy the attached pictures that highlight some of the work that has been done.
The following individuals will be joining the “Edgewood Family:”
Scott Clemmons, Interim Athletic Director for Edgewood City School District
Amber Dahlhoff , Assistant Principal at EIS -
Kiersten Weaver, Preschool Teacher at EECC -
Megan Howard, Intervention Specialist at EECC -
Kayla Kinder, Music at EECC/EPS -
Shelby Schmitt, Intervention Specialist at EPS -
Tekila Fullam, Third Grade Teacher at EIS -
Megan Jones, Fourth Grade Teacher at EIS -
Erika Jones, Intervention Specialist at EIS -
Kyle Hamilton, Intervention Specialist at EMS -
Lily Hackney, Intervention Specialist at EHS -
Abigail Tarburton, Science Teacher at EHS -
Anne Wilson, Science Teacher at EHS -
Lieutenant Colonel Scott Van Schoyck, Retired, JROTC at EHS -
Brooke Druffner, English Teacher at EHS -
Charlene Pennington, Paraprofessional EMS -
Amanda Pike, Secretary EECC -
Sandy Haller, Custodian EECC -
Cindy Bowlin, Custodian EMS -
Kim Rhodus, Paraprofessional at EPS -
There were several classified staff moves across the district so you may see familiar faces in new places. We also are glad to have Jamie Hester back behind the wheel in Transportation. Please join us in welcoming new employees to the Edgewood City School District.
Please use the link below to view routes with updated information as of 8/11/23.
https://www.edgewoodschools.com/page/transportation
As a reminder, Edgewood Middle School and Edgewood High School students will travel together this 23-24 school year.
Also, our bus stop locations have changed for all of our school buildings for the 23-24 school year. Students will be walking to the closest bus stop listed on the routes. Students will also need to have the same bus stop location for the school week. If your student gets on the bus at home and off at a different location in the afternoon, this is the schedule they will need to keep, one pickup and one drop-off location.
EXAMPLE OF THIS:
Charlie bus 8 am home Monday through Friday
Charlie Bus 10 pm sitter Monday through Friday
EIS, EPS, and EEC will travel together on the following buses in the morning:
Buses: 01, 08, 14, 24, and 35
Note: EPS and EIS students will ride home together in the afternoon on these same buses.
EEC Kindergarten students will ride HOME on the following buses:
Buses: 02 Purple, 05 Orange, 16 Green and 37 Pink
Beginning today, the All Seasons Sports Passes will go on sale. Options will be available to purchase Student Passes, Adult Passes, and Family Passes. These passes will be good all year for all Edgewood High School and Middle School Athletic events held at home. Please use the following website link to purchase your All Season Passes. As a reminder, Reserved Parking Passes for Friday night football games are also on sale.
https://edgewoodcougarathletics.com/edgewood-cougar-tickets/
If you have any questions, please contact the Athletic Office.
Go Cougars!
This week, members of the District's Safety Team, including community members and first responders, worked through a “tabletop” school safety exercise. Key stakeholders discussed potential emergencies and planned for a collaborative response to the scenarios presented.
