High School 9-12

Mr. Saunders, Principal

13850 W. Akron-Canfield Road Berlin Center, Ohio 444401 Mahoning County USA t: (330) 547-4100

I would like to take this opportunity to wish all students, parents, staff and community members a safe and relaxing summer.  The school year has passed quickly and the summer will do the same.  I hope that this school year has been a productive one for your student and family.  Please take time to reflect with your student about the areas of strength during this school year.  It is also important to review areas of reinforcement to encourage future success.  Congratulations to the Western Reserve Class of 2017 and wish them success in the next chapter of their lives.  We know they will do amazing things. This summer the administration and teachers will work diligently to ensure that the Western Reserve students continue to receive a top notch education.  The Western Reserve teachers are dedicated to being the best educators in the area.  They will attend trainings and professional development opportunities to continue to meet the needs of our students.  I would like to thank them for all the hard work they have invested all school year. If you have any questions or concern over the summer, feel free to call, email or stop into the MS/HS office.   If you would like get current updates and messages from Mr. Saunders update page you can sign up on the Remind App by:   • iPhone or Android - open a web browser to this link: rmd.at/eh973h and follow the instructions to sign up for Remind (you'll be prompted to download the mobile app) Non-smartphones - get text notifications by texting @eh973h to the number 81010 (or text @eh973h to 740-235-4360 if you have trouble) From your computer - go to rmd.at/eh973h to sign up   Once again I want to stress the importance of communication of between home and school.  If you have concerns about your student’s achievement, progress or future plans please make sure to reach out to someone at our school.  Our teachers, counselors, and administrators are here to assist in any way possible. I would like to highlight some new course offerings for the upcoming school year. New courses in Middle School  Algebra 1 New courses in High School Global Logistics AP Calculus AP Physics Multiple College Credit Plus courses offered through Kent State University State A.I.R. testing will continue through May 12th.  The students have been taking the English Language Arts sections.   There are two time periods for LA followed by Math, Science, and Social Studies. English language arts - March 13 to April 14 Mathematics, science and social studies - April 3 to May 12 The Principal's fund is having a fundraiser at Gioninos Pizza in Lake Milton on the 3rd Thursday of the month through May.  The date is May 18th.   For all sales those evenings we get 15% back.  Thanks for your support!  Their phone number is 330-654-5561. If you would like get current updates and messages from Mr. Saunders update page you can sign up on the Remind App by: • iPhone or Android - open a web browser to this link: rmd.at/eh973h and follow the instructions to sign up for Remind (you'll be prompted to download the mobile app) Non-smartphones - get text notifications by texting @eh973h to the number 81010 (or text @eh973h to 740-235-4360 if you have trouble) From your computer - go to rmd.at/eh973h to sign up Once again I want to stress the importance of communication of between home and school.  If you have concerns about your student’s achievement, progress or future plans please make sure to reach out to someone at our school.  Our teachers, counselors, and administrators are here to assist in any way possible. All student attendance and tardies reset at the semester break.  This means that the students start on a fresh slate.  One item to remember is beginning with the fourth unexcused tardy, the discipline will be as follows on a semester basis: Fourth tardy -     1 detention Fifth tardy -     2 detentions Attendance • When a student is absent, the family must call the school, 330- 547-4100 (Option #3), between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. to report the student's absence. • If you are unable to call during these hours, please call any time during the day that you can and leave a message for the 6-12 building stating who you are, the child’s name, and the reason for the absence. • In order to participate in or attend an athletic event, practice and/or an extracurricular activity, a student must be in school on the day of the event all day. If absent full or partial day student  must have a doctor’s note to participate. •  7:45-9:30  Tardy. •  9:30-11:00  Half day AM absence •  11:00-2:35  Half day  PM absence •  After 1:00   Excused early In the next few months students will begin the scheduling process for next school year.  Please keep an eye out for scheduling materials that will be sent home and discuss the many options that are available in our academic schedule for your student.    Please continue to use Progress Book Parent Access at https://parentaccess.access-k12.org/district to view your son’s/daughter’s grades online. This is a great resource so that parents can stay current on student attendance and grades.  2018 Graduation and Beyond Graduation Requirements Currently students graduating in 2018 and beyond must: Earn at least 18 points on seven end-of-course state tests. End-of-course tests are: Algebra I, Geometry,English I, English II, Biology,  American Government, American History. Each test score earns you up to five graduation points. Students must have a minimum of four points in math, four points in English and six points across science and social studies. Mrs. Matos will explain how these new requirements will affect each student and give a clear explanation of how points are calculated and tracked to ensure graduation.  

Morning drop off update

Car riders can now enter the school building at 7:20 in the front entrance and they must report to the cafeteria until 7:30 when the rest of the students are allowed entry.  This has been done in order to minimize the traffic buildup in the drop off zone in front of the school in the morning.

After School pickup

If you are picking up a student after school in the front of the school please pull as far forward as you are able to.  There are some days when traffic backs up and we would like to keep that build up to a minimum.   Students have done an excellent job of following the dress code thus far.  There are just a few areas to be mindful of. Dress Code reminders · No holes in jeans in which skin is showing · Elastic waistband, pants or shorts joggers, and stretch pants are not permitted · Hair must be clean, well groomed, and not obstruct vision.  Beards are not permitted.  Hair must be of a natural hair color. · Students in violation of these guidelines will be disciplined, asked to change to acceptable attire or will be sent home until they can meet this responsibility. · Students in grades 6-12 may not carry backpacks, messenger bags, tote bags, etc. to class.  A small purse or pencil bag may be used to carry pencils, pens, and personal items. Attendance · When a student is absent, the family must call the school, 330- 547-4100 (Option #3), between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. to report the student's absence. · If you are unable to call during these hours, please call any time during the day that you can and leave a message for the 6-12 building stating who you are, the child’s name, and the reason for the absence. ·  If the absence is not reported by phone, upon returning to school, the student must submit a note or doctor’s excuse to the office.  All notes must be received within 2 school days of the absence to be excused. · In order to participate in or attend an athletic event, practice and/or an extracurricular activity, a student must be in school on the day of the event all day. If absent full or partial day student  must have a doctor’s note to participate.

Cell Phones

Cell Phones should be kept out of sight unless the classroom teacher instructs students to use them for class activities.   The start of this school year has been smooth and has set the standard for an excellent year.  This is a credit to our staff and students. To reach a staff extension, call 330-547-4100.  The message will say, “If you know your party’s extension, please dial it now.”  See "Contact Us" page for extension list.