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Springtime Celebrations and Championship Victories in This Month's Newsletter!

From Chess Champions to National Science Stars: This issue highlights the remarkable achievements of Solon students across academics, competitions and community engagement.

Inside you'll find inspiring stories of our chess teams dominating the state championships and bringing home trophies in every division. Learn how both our Middle School and High School Science Olympiad teams qualified for nationals with the middle school claiming the state champion title!

Discover the financial insights in our Finance Facts feature about navigating Ohio's state budget process, complemented by our new resource on Understanding School Funding.

The arts are thriving with Solon's Art in April celebrations, showcasing creativity across the district. From Lewis Fine Arts Night and the spring musical earning award nominations, our students' creative expressions shine throughout.

From kindergarteners enjoying a PAWS-itively perfect morning at Parkside's VIP breakfast to seniors being named Presidential Scholar semi-finalists, this issue celebrates educational excellence and connections at every level. Don't miss our coverage of the Chinese Language Speech Competition, SkillsUSA Ohio state championships and MathCounts three-peat state champions!

Plus: Important safety reminders for prom and graduation season, and don't miss the After Prom Community Open House on May 3!

READ THE APRIL '25 KNOW YOUR SCHOOLS HERE

Spring Success Stories Bloom in This Month's Know Your Schools!

From State Champions to Robot Innovations: Don't Miss Our Packed March Edition

The March issue of our district newsletter celebrates the remarkable achievements of Solon students across academics, arts, athletics and community service.

Inside you'll find inspiring stories of our State Champion Comets and the Speech and Debate team's triumphant performance at the state tournament. Learn how Roxbury's young meteorologist artist captured top honors in the State Weather Poster Contest and how our Academic Challenge team is headed to nationals!

Discover how innovation meets practicality in our Finance Facts feature about the new field-marking robot that's saving the district money (and yes, you can help name the robot!).

The arts are thriving with spotlights on Parkside's artistic talents, the upcoming "Something Rotten!" musical, student artwork selected for the Governor's Art Show, and our Middle School artists' state recognition.

From kindergarteners learning economics to high schoolers attending MIT summer programs, this issue showcases educational excellence at every level. Don't miss our coverage of the International Feast, Ethnic Expo 2025, and the delicious results of the SMS Cupcake Wars!

Plus: Join us for PTA Night with the Cleveland Guardians on April 27th!

READ THE MARCH '25 KNOW YOUR SCHOOLS HERE

Know Your Schools February Issue: Excellence in Action!

From national awards to classroom innovation, our spring issue celebrates the many ways Solon students and staff are achieving excellence! Discover how a Solon Middle School student's creativity earned national recognition in the Red Ribbon Week Theme Contest, cheer on our record-breaking 5th State Diving Championship, and learn about the impressive 10 Solon seniors named as U.S. Presidential Scholars Candidates.

Dive into important district updates with our special finance section explaining Ohio school funding over the past 20+ years and what it means for Solon. Plus, mark your calendars for upcoming events including Kindergarten Registration, the Bus Driver Test Ride Event on March 15, Jazz Fest on March 5, and the 2025 Ethnic Expo!

This packed issue also features heartwarming stories from across our schools – from Roxbury 3rd graders' City Hall visit to Music in Motion's perfect season, from high school yoga students leading middle school wellness initiatives to our youngest learners celebrating Dr. Seuss and the 100th day of school.

READ THE FEBRUARY 2025 ISSUE HERE

From Browns Visit to Science Success: A Month of Learning & Achievement

Explore January's vibrant school life, featuring Solon students' special day with the Cleveland Browns and groundbreaking achievements in computer science education. Learn about our energy-related financial strategies, upcoming kindergarten registration, and Mock Trial teams' advancing to regionals. Inside, discover hands-on learning from preschool to high school, including science fairs, creative writing competitions, and engaging family events. Plus, mark your calendar for important community events like the Drive the Bus recruitment day and Kindergarten Information Night 2025.

Check out how our young scientists are exploring forces of motion, states of matter, and sharing their discoveries through hands-on experiments. From classroom innovations to community connections, this issue showcases the dynamic spirit of Solon City Schools.

READ THE JANUARY 2025 ISSUE HERE

From Shakespeare to STEM, Service to Success: Solon Students Soar

This special double November-December edition celebrates excellence across our district - from groundbreaking academic achievements to innovative learning experiences and heartwarming community service. Discover how our students are earning national recognition, with a surprise $40,000 College Board scholarship, Gold Status for AP excellence, and top U.S. News education rankings for all schools for 2025. Step inside our classrooms where science comes alive through inquiry research projects leading to the annual SMS Science Fair and a best-selling author inspires young writers. Follow our students' journeys of giving back through multiple holiday philanthropy initiatives, veterans' tributes and cultural celebrations, including Heritage Day. 

Plus, get essential updates on district finances, strategic planning, and 2025 preschool peer model screening information and kindergarten registration. Join us in celebrating how our students and staff continue to excel in academics, arts, athletics and community engagement.

READ THE SPECIAL NOVEMBER/DECEMBER ISSUE HERE
 

Step into fall with our October issue, where you'll discover how Solon Schools' strategic vision comes alive through community connections and student engagement. Our October issue showcases how Solon Schools' strategic vision shapes daily life, from Unity Day celebrations to innovative learning partnerships. Dive into stories of student achievement, community development, and family engagement that define our district's commitment to excellence. From preschool adventures to high school Shakespeare, discover how our Comets are soaring this fall.

READ THE OCTOBER ISSUE HERE

Dive into the September stories in this issue of Know Your Schools! From our 5-star excellence on the Ohio School Report Card to celebrating 73 National Merit Scholars, this issue is packed with pride. Read about the splash of Comets for a Cure, innovative learning in our outdoor classrooms and community service initiatives. Know Your Schools is your go-to guide for all things Solon Schools – where excellence meets compassion, one achievement at a time. Read now and stay connected to the good news in the Solon Schools. 

READ THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE HERE

WELCOME BACK COMETS! IT’S GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR!

The 2024-25 school year is off to a fantastic start! Just a few weeks in, and we're already seeing wonderful examples of learning, growth, engagement, and discovery throughout our schools.

Our teachers and staff are here to provide our Comet students with  innovative learning experiences and a supportive environment where they can thrive. We're excited to watch as they continue to foster new friendships, tackle inspiring challenges and create unforgettable moments throughout the year. 

READ THE AUGUST ISSUE HERE