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2015 Back to School Calendar

Cardington-Lincoln • Gilead Christian • Highland • Mt. Gilead • Northmor • Ohio Central Bible College • Tomorrow Center

Back to School calendar Morrow County Sentinel2 Wednesday, August 12, 2015

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Occupational and Speech Therapy)

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MCH Heart & Vascular(419) 949.3120

MCH Orthopedics(419) 949.3111

Urgent Care651 West Marion Rd. • Mt. Gilead Monday-Friday • 4-10:30 p.m.

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Home Health245 Neal Avenue • Suite B • Mt. Gilead

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MCH Primary CareBaker Street 712 Baker Street • Mt. Gilead

(419) 947.8001Cardinal Center 73 Sportsman’s Drive • Marengo

(419) 253.0585Cardington 116 East Main Street

(419) 864.4440Mt. Gilead245 Neal Ave. • Suite A

(419) 947.3015Northfield6519 U.S. Hwy. 42 • Mt. Gilead

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Morrow County Hospital

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Wednesday, August 12, 2015 3Morrow County Sentinel Back to School calendar

4940 State Rpute 615 Mt. Gilead, Ohio 43338

[email protected] Fax: 419.956-9843Jereme Mess

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2015-2016 AcAdemic cAlendAr for ohio centrAl BiBle college• PATRIOT DAY BENEFIT

CONCERT FOR OHIO CENTRAL BIBLE COLLEGE:

Friday, September 11 at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary of the Iberia Presbyterian Church.

• FALL SEMESTER 2015 REGISTRATION: Saturday, September 12 from 9 am to noon for OCBC 101, Old Testament Survey (Prof. J. Moore) and OCBC 106, Church History (Prof. R. Farmer). Note: Registration could also be held on Tuesday, September 15 from 6 to 9pm in case of inclement weather conditions on September 12.

• FALL SEMESTER COURSES WILL MEET ON 12 SATURDAYS FROM 9 A.M. TO

NOON: September 19 (first day of class) until December 12 (last day of class). No class on Nov. 28 for the Thanksgiving Break. Note that Tuesday, December 15 is an extra day if a class could not meet during the semester because of inclement weather conditions.

• FALL SEMESTER FINAL GRADES ARE DUE ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19.

• NOTE: OCBC 101 and OCBC 106 may be available as Independent Study courses. They would meet on six Saturdays from 9am to noon at OCBC.

• WINTER TERM 2016 REGISTRATION: Tuesday, January 5 from 6 to 9pm for OCBC 102, The Life of Christ (Prof. J. Winters). Note: Registration

could also be held on Saturday, January 9 at 9am in case of inclement weather conditions on January 5.

• THE WINTER TERM COURSE WILL MEET ON SIX SATURDAY MORNINGS

FROM 9 A.M. TO NOON AND SIX TUESDAY EVENINGS FROM 6

TO 9 PM:Saturday, January 9 (first

day of class) until Tuesday, February 16 (last day of

class). Note that Saturday, February 20 is an extra day if

a class could not meet during the term because of inclement weather conditions. OCBC 102 may also be available as an Independent Study course. It would meet for six class sessions instead of 12 class sessions.

• WINTER TERM FINAL GRADES ARE DUE ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23.

• WINTER TERM SPECIAL EVENT: Valentine’s Day Clothing Drive for the Needy.

• SPRING SEMESTER 2016 REGISTRATION: Saturday, February 20 from 9 am to noon for OCBC 103, New Testament Survey (Prof. J. Moore), OCBC 104, Christian and Community Service (for those enrolled in OCBC 103; Prof. D. Schultz); and OCBC 105, The Psalms (Prof. R. Farmer). OCBC 103 and OCBC 105 may also be available as Independent Study courses. They would meet for six class sessions instead of 12 sessions.

• SPRING SEMESTER

COURSES WILL MEET ON 12 SATURDAYS FROM 9 A.M. TO

NOON: February 27 (first day of class) until May 21 (last day of class). No class on March 26 for the Easter Break. Note that Tuesday, May 24 is an extra day if a class could not meet during the semester because of inclement weather conditions.

• SPRING SEMESTER FINAL GRADES ARE DUE ON SATURDAY, MAY 28.

• SPRING SEMESTER SPECIAL EVENT: Friday, May 6, Benefit Concert for OCBC.

• 2016 GRADUATION : Saturday, June 4 at 10 am

• SUMMER TERM 2016 REGISTRATION: Tuesday, June 7 from 6 to 9pm for OCBC 102, The Life of Christ (Prof. J. Winters).

THE SUMMER COURSE WILL MEET FOR

SIX SATURDAY MORNINGS AND SIX TUESDAY EVENINGS (or ISP): Saturday, June 11 until July 23. No class on July 2 for the Fourth of July Break. Grades due on July 30.

• 2016 SUMMER SEMINAR : Saturday, July 9 from 10am to 3pm Topic: “The Revelation of Saint John the Divine” (Prof. J. Moore and assistants).

NOTE: This institution is not certified by the Board of Regents or the State of Ohio. It does not racially discriminate in any of its programs. Ohio Central Bible College is authorized by Section 1713.02 (E) of the Ohio Revised Code. Phone Mark Phillips at (419) 946-5576 for information.

Courtesy Photodr. Sam meier of columbus taught “the gospels” at ohio central Bible college in 2011. the christian school meets at the iberia Presbyterian church. Phone mark Phillips at (419) 946-5576 for information about enrolling in classes or visit www.ohiocentralbiblecollege.org and facebook.com/ohio-central Bible-college. everyone is welcome to attend.


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2015 - 2016 cAlendAr for gileAd chriStiAn SchoolAUgUSt

27 - Preschool Orientation 6:30 pm28 - Last Day of Summer Day Camp

SePtemBer2 - New Staff In-Service3 - All Staff In-Service3 - Kindergarten Orientation 6:00 pm4 - North & South Campus Open House 3:00

- 6:00pm9 - First Day of School21 - Senior Parent Night 6:00 pm23 - See You at the Pole 7:30 am

octoBer2 - Grandparents Day (North Campus)9 - Midterms Go Home/Viewable13 & 15 - North & South Parent Teacher

Conferences 3 - 6 pm14 - PSAT19 - NHS Induction 7:00pm20-21 - Fall TERRA NOVA23 - Teacher In-Service NO SCHOOL (K-12

Only)23 - Dads & Doughnuts (Pre-K)

noVemBer6 - End of 1st Quarter7 - GCS Auction9 - Beginning of 2nd Quarter11 - Grade Cards Go Home/Viewable17 - Pre-K Parent Teacher Conferences18 - Preschool Parent Teacher Conferences25 - Early Release 2:00 pm26-27 - Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL

decemBer4 - North & South Christmas Concert 7:00

pm4 - Midterm Reports Go Home/Viewable11 - Preschool & Pre-K Christmas Concert

7:00 pm18 Preschool & Pre-K Christmas Party Early

Release 2:00 pm21 - 31 - Christmas Break - NO SCHOOL

JAnUArY1-3 - Christmas Break - NO SCHOOL4 - Classes Resume18 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day - NO SCHOOL22 - End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester25 - Beginning of 3rd Quarter/2nd Semester27 - Grade Cards Go Home/Viewable

feBrUArY12 - Preschool & Pre-K Valentine’s Day Party15 - President’s Day - NO SCHOOL19 - Midterms Go Home/Viewable22 - Dual Credit Meeting - 6:00pm23 & 25 - North & South Parent Teacher

Conferences 3:00 pm - 6:00pm29 - Performance Based Assessment

mArch1-4 - Performance Based Assessment8 - Pre-K Parent Teacher Conferences9 - Preschool Parent Teacher Conferences15 - Kindergarten Screening 1-7:00pm18 - End of 3rd Quarter18 - Early Release 2:00pm29 - Beginning of 4th Quarter30 - Grade Cards Go Home/Viewable27 - Early Release 2:00pm21-28 - Easter Break - NO SCHOOL

APril8-10 - South Campus Spring Play18-22 - Terra Nova22 - Mom’s & Muffins (Pre-K)29 - North & South Spring Concert 7:00 pm29 - Midterm Go Home/Viewable


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mAY2-6 - Pre-K Buddy Week20 - Preschool & Pre-K Trike-A-Thon20 - Preschool & Pre-K End of Year Party24 - South Campus Awards Chapel30 - Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL31 - North Campus Field Day

JUne1 - North Campus Awards Chapel3 - End of 4th Quarter/2nd Semester3 - Last Day of School3 - Early Release 2:00 pm3 - Graduation /Baccalaureate 7:00 pm6 - Summer Day Camp Begins13 - Grade Cards Mailed/Viewable

South campusEarly Childhood, JH & SH3613 Twp. Rd. 115 Mt. Gilead, OH 43338P-419-946-5990 • F-419-946-1103

north campusKindergarten-6th220 South Main St. Mt. Gilead, OH 43338P-419-947-5739 • F-419-947-5010

School AdministrationGary Miller, Administrator & Principal Jr./Sr.

HighStacey Prothman, Principal K-6th gradeYvonne Kinsella, Early Childhood

AdministratorGina Kinnard, Guidance Counselor, Bible

TeacherBarb Guda, Special Education CoordinatorMegan Arrington, Independent Studies

CoordinatorBill Kerman, Athletic Director

mission StatementGilead Christian School exists primarily

to assist parents in fulfilling their divine responsibility to train thoroughly each child to obey God in every area of life. This is accomplished by providing programs of learning experiences to guide the individual student in understanding: appreciating: and relating to the truth of God as revealed in His Word: His world and in the Holy Spirit.

Academically: the school seeks to provide a learning program which is flexible and comprehensive enough to offer the best education possible for each individual student.

Additional supportive programs include a nurturing daycare for children (newborn through 6th grade): a kindergarten preparatory preschool program: a competitive athletic program: and a fine art and music program.

In the final analysis: it is the purpose of Gilead Christian School to help the student to grow as Jesus grew: “in wisdom and in favor with God and Man.” –Luke 2:52

AthleticsGilead Christian School offers numerous

athletic opportunities for students to participate in.

JUNIOR HIGH LEVELBoys: Cross Country, Basketball, Track & FieldGirls: Cross Country, Volleyball, Basketball,

Track & FieldSENIOR HIGH LEVELBoys: Cross Country, Golf, Basketball, Track

& FieldGirls: Cross Country, Golf, Volleyball, Track &

Field4th-6th GRADEBoys: BasketballGirls: Basketball, Volleyball

2015 - 2016 cAlendAr for gileAd chriStiAn School (cont.)


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moUnt gileAd exemPted VillAge School diStrict School cAlendAr 2015-2016AUgUSt

10 - Teacher work day11 - First day for students31 - Teacher Inservice - NO SCHOOL

SePtemBer1 - Teacher Inservice - NO SCHOOL2-4 - NO SCHOOL7 - Labor Day - NO SCHOOL17 - Parent/Teacher conferences (HS) 22

Parent/Teacher conferences (HS)

octoBer16 - End 1st grading period29 - Parent/Teacher conferences (PA/MS)

noVemBer2 - Parent Teacher conferences (PA/MS)25 - Compensatory parent/teacher

conference — NO SCHOOL26-27 - Thanksgiving break - NO SCHOOL

decemBer22 - End of 2nd nine-weeks grading period23 - Teacher work day

24 -31 Christmas - NO SCHOOL

JAnUArY1 - New Year’s break -NO SCHOOL4 - School resumes18 - NO SCHOOL

feBrUArY4- Parent/Teacher conferences8 - Parent/Teacher conferences15 - Compensatory parent/teacher

conference — NO SCHOOL

mArch4 - End of 3rd nine-weeks grading period21-25 - Spring Break - NO SCHOOL

mAY18 - Last day of school for students18 - End of 4th nine-weeks grading period19- Teacher work day21- Graduation

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Sept. 22Oct. 29Nov. 2Feb. 4Feb. 8May 18

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morrow coUntY BoArd of deVeloPmentAl diSABilitieSwhetStone ProgrAmSwhetstone center

The Whetstone Center is located at 406 Bank Street, Mt. Gilead. The Whetstone Center houses the Board’s Administrative offices, the Maintenance and Janitorial Departments, Service and Support Administration as well as the Whetstone Industries Scanning Department.

In addition to the county board programs, the Whetstone Center also houses Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center preschool, Head Start preschool, and the Morrow County Child Care Center.

For more information regarding the Whetstone Center please call: 419-947-7045.

whetstone industriesWhetstone Industries is a not-for-profit

corporation that provides sheltered employment, enclave vocational opportunities, and adult day services for individuals with developmental disabilities in Morrow County. Housed within Whetstone Industries are the Furniture Factory and Whetstone Weavers along with various production job opportunities such as packaging and assembly, paper shredding, office chair mats and cleaning services. Adult Day programming as well as classes and clubs are available at this location.

For more information regarding Whetstone Industries, please call: 419-947-9222

early intervention and help me grow: The Morrow County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) provides service coordination to families eligible for Help Me Grow Part C and at risk services in collaboration with the Morrow County Health Department. Through a contract with Morrow County Job and Family Services and in coordination with the Morrow County Health Department and the Family and Children First Council, the MCBDD credentialed Help Me Grow service coordinator works year round to complete these components for the Help Me Grow program:

outreach/child find/intake/procedural safeguards: County Board staff participates with the Health Department in outreach and child find activities throughout the year.

The credentialed Help Me Grow service coordinator directs any intake referrals to central intake at the Health Department and ensures that families receive information regarding procedural safeguards at every IFSP (Individual Family Service Plan) update in compliance with both Ohio Department of Health and Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) requirements.

Prenatal visits: If assigned a prenatal referral, the Help Me Grow service coordinator will complete prenatal home visits and will assist the family to access needed resources as requested.

new born home visits: The Help Me Grow service coordinator is available for consultation but does not actively participate with the Health Department nurse in this process.

ongoing home visiting services: The family chooses how often and where they would like the service coordinator to meet with their family. The Help Me Grow service coordinator utilizes PIPE (Partners in Parenting Education) and HELP (Hawaii Early Learning Profile) curriculum to educate parents regarding their child’s development during these ongoing home visits.

Service coordination, ifSP development, implementation and review: The Help Me Grow service coordinator supports and assists families by teaching skills (such as advocacy, parenting and budgeting), coordinating access to community resources of the family’s choice including doctors and therapy services, and coordinating access to funding (including Early Intervention System of Payment for needed services). The service coordinator assists the family to choose what goals are included in their child’s service plan at each stage of the plan’s development and review.

family Support Services: As part of the intake process, the Help Me Grow service coordinator refers all families to the Health Department’s service and support specialist. The service coordinator also participates in all scheduled family activities (monthly).

evaluations to determine eligibility and ongoing assessment: The Help

Me Grow service coordinator completes hearing questionnaires and nutrition, vision, developmental and social-emotional screenings as part of the evaluation and ongoing assessment for each child as assigned. These screenings may be completed one time only or as frequently as every two to six months depending on the needs of the child. While the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, used to determine Part C eligibility, is completed by certified health department staff, the MCBDD service coordinator is present for the evaluation to assist the family as needed.

Specialized services in everyday routines, activities and places: The Help Me Grow service coordinator assists families to access therapy services available within the community. Due to lack of available funding, the Board suspended all Early Intervention (EI) therapy and classroom services as of June 30, 2006. As funding becomes available, the County Board would begin to rebuild the EI program, likely through a home-based Early Intervention Specialist/Teacher.

Adult ServicesAdult Services assists individuals to

work and participate in their community and gain life skills and social experiences that develop their abilities and enrich their day. Services are personalized to help each individual interact with their community in a meaningful way. Individuals enrolled in adult service programs are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities that include the development of social/life, vocational, and community skills. Whetstone Industries’ general production shop and prime product divisions (Furniture Factory, Whetstone Weavers, shredding, and document retention) assist adults with developmental disabilities to become economically productive and independent. Recreational opportunities, such as Special Olympics, intramural sport teams, and neighborhood outings, help individuals with developmental disabilities adjust to the social environments of the community.

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morrow coUntY BoArd of deVeloPmentAl diSABilitieSwhetStone ProgrAmS (cont.)opportunities, and adult day services for individuals with developmental disabilities in Morrow County. We provide employment opportunities and day programming best suited to the needs and desires of the individual. We strive to develop a program to help you reach your highest level of independence and pursue the things in your life that are important to you.

Vocational opportunities are provided through Whetstone Industries, Inc., a non-profit corporation. Whetstone Industries’ sheltered employment provides the structure and support that each individual needs to work successfully. Individual work schedules are flexible, and workers are paid based on their productivity.

Adult day Programming - Whetstone Industries provides many different non-vocational programs for those individuals who do not wish to work or desire to retire from vocational employment. Individuals are offered the opportunity to engage

in many different clubs and classes and group and individual activities designed to spark the individual’s cognitive, social and sensory functions. Adult Day Programming is focused on developing and sharpening individual skills and helping each person take steps to increased independence.

transportation - The Morrow County Board of Developmental Disabilities provides transportation to and from regular Board programs, and to specialized events through the use of both Board vehicles and regular community transportation services, at no cost to individuals who attend Whetstone Industries.

classes and clubs - Whetstone Industries has implemented a series of classes and clubs offered to individuals who attend the program. Classes and clubs are designed to gather individuals with like interests and develop those interests and skills through a small group setting.

outings - Whetstone Industries

also develops outings throughout the year to provide our individuals with social opportunities in the surrounding communities.

Special olympics - The Morrow County Board of Developmental Disabilities sponsors numerous teams and athletes that participate in a very successful Special Olympics program. Organized activities are scheduled after work hours and on weekends. Special Olympics provides year round competition in a variety of sports. The Morrow County Special Olympics program offers official sports: track and field, basketball, bowling, softball, soccer, volleyball, and golf.

community outreach - Whetstone industries recognizes that participants in our program like to be a part of the community and have talents that can contribute to their community in a meaningful way. We are committed to offering our individuals opportunities to give


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morrow coUntY BoArd of deVeloPmentAl diSABilitieSwhetStone ProgrAmS (cont.)back to the community by finding volunteer opportunities that match our individuals interests and abilities.

the whetstone centerThe Whetstone Center is a collaboration

of several agencies serving the Morrow County community. The agencies housed in the Whetstone Center are the Morrow County Board of Developmental Disabilities Administration, the MCBDD Service and Support Administration Department, Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, Ohio Heartland Head Start, Morrow County Child Care Center, and Morrow County Family and Children First Council.

Each agency is represented on an Advisory Council of the Whetstone Center. The Advisory Council reviews and determines day-to-day collaboration among the agencies for the children in attendance at the Whetstone Center and for other community families served in the Center, as

well as reviews policy and financial concerns of the Center.

morrow county Board of developmental disabilities

The administration of the Morrow County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) manages compliance with state, federal, and local mandates; develops and implements the budget as well as monitors all fiscal areas of the Board; recruits, trains and supervises staff for all of the Board’s programs. The Administration of the MCBDD also oversees the maintenance of the Board’s facilities and equipment, and supervises grants for which the Board serves as administrative agent.

family & children first councilThe purpose of the Morrow County

Family & Children First Council (FCFC) is to streamline and coordinate existing government services for families

seeking services for their children. The Morrow County FCFC engaged community stakeholders to develop Ohio’s Commitments to Child Well-being. Morrow County FCFC is moving forward in utilizing the commitments as a framework to organize programs and resources, align county activities and measure the county’s performance in improving the lives of Morrow County children.

The Morrow County FCFC includes parent representatives and members from agencies throughout the county that fund, advocate, or provide services for children and their families. To become a parent representative or for more information, contact:

Dennis Schultz, CoordinatorMorrow County Family & Children First

Council406 Bank Street, Mt. Gilead, OH 43338For more information, please call the

office of the Superintendent at (419) 947-1159 OR (419) 947-9222.


highlAnd SchoolS 2015 -2016 cAlendArAUgUSt

Aug. 12 Work Day for Teachers and OPEN HOUSE @ ALL BUILDINGS

Aug 13 - Waiver DayAug. 14 – No School/No WorkAug. 17 – Waiver Day Aug. 18th – First Day

of School Aug. 31 – NO SCHOOL

SePtemBerSept. 1 – 7 NO SCHOOLSept. 8 - Students return to school

octoBerOct. 22 – Waiver Day, No Students: Parent/

Teacher Conference Evening 1:30 -7:30 p.m.

noVemBerNov. 25- 30 - NO SCHOOL: Thanksgiving

holiday

decemBerDec. 1 - Students Back to schoolDec. 21 – 31st NO SCHOOL: Holiday break

JAnUArYJan. 1 - NO SCHOOLJan. 4 - Students back to schoolJan. 18 - NO SCHOOL

feBrUArYFeb. 15 - NO SCHOOLFeb. 18 - Waiver Day, No Students:

Parent/Teacher Conference Evening 1:30- 7:30 p.m.

mArchMarch 24, 25, 28 - NO SCHOOL

mAYMay 22 – Graduation DayMay 24 – Last Day of SchoolMay 25 - Teacher Work Day

highland Preschool 2015-2016 cAlendArAUgUSt

Aug 12 -14 - Teacher WorkdayAug 17 - new studentsAug 18 - returning students

SePtemBerSept 7 Labor Day - no school

noVemBerNov-25 - 30 - No School

decemBerDec. 21 -31 - No School

JAnUArYJan. 1 - No SchoolJan. 18 - No School

feBrUArYFeb 15 - No School

mArchMar. 24 - Mar. 28 - No School

mAYMay 19 - Last Day of School**May 23 and May 24 will be used as make up

snow days if PS exceeds 5 days.

Board of educationBill Short, PresidentLoren Altizer, Vice PresidentEric Thacker, MemberKathy Belcher, MemberWayne Hinkle, MemberHighland Local Schools is located at 6506 SR

229, Marengo and can be reached at 419-768-2206.

closings and delays information will be announced on:

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class of 2018 and beyond to have new graduation requirements

Students starting ninth grade this fall will have new state requirements for earning a high school diploma. The change will ensure that our students are better prepared for success after high school whether they attend college, pursue other training or go directly into a job.

what’s newStudents have three ways to qualify for

graduation:Earn an appointed, combined passing score

on a series of seven end-of-course exams in English, math, physical science, American history and American government. Students who take physical science, American history or American government as part of Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate or College Credit Plus programs can take the end-of-course exams designed for these courses instead of the state’s end-of-course exams. This will avoid double testing.

Earn a “remediation-free” score on a nationally recognized college admission exam, such as the ACT or SAT. The score must show that a student will not need to take high school-


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highlAnd SchoolS 2015 -2016 cAlendAr (cont.)level review courses in college before earning college credits. Everystudent entering ninth grade this year, and all those beyond, will take a college admission exam in grade 11 at the state’s expense.

Earn an industry-recognized “credential” or state license to practice a vocation and receive a score on a job-skills test that shows the student is ready for employment.

Students who have exceeded Ohio’s curriculum requirements for graduation have an opportunity to earn a diploma with honors.

To graduate students still must earn a certain number of credits in English, math, science, social studies, physical education, health and elective courses.

what will not changeThrough the class of 2019, students can meet

alternative requirements in mathematics and science.

The state has designed these options to ensure that every high school student has access to a high-quality education and is prepared for success in college and careers. Be sure to monitor your child’s high school coursework and credits, and encourage your

child to do the same. For more details, visit education.ohio.gov and type new graduation requirements in the Search box.

college credit PlusAs your child moves closer to high school

graduation you are probably thinking about whether he or she will go to college. Will your son or daughter be prepared for higher education? Will you be able to afford it?

These are normal questions for parents to ask. We have good news that can help you answer them if you think college may be in your child’s future. Ohio’s College Credit Plus program offers students in grades 7-12 the chance to earn college credit from any Ohio public college or participating private college while earning high school credit for the same courses, if they qualify academically. If a student qualifies for College Credit Plus, all associated costs are free to students seeking credit from public colleges. There may be limited costs for students seeking credit from private institutions.

Ohio has never offered your child a better start on a college education. A College Credit Plus student enjoys the opportunity to pursue more challenging classes and explore college

interests sooner. Your child can earn anywhere from a few college credits to more than a year’s worth while still in high school. College Credit Plus can reduce your child’s time in college and greatly reduce your family’s higher education costs.

Private school and home school students also can apply to take part in College Credit Plus. If you are interested in having your child participate, begin learning more now. The deadline is April 1 for students to let their high schools know they want to participate in College Credit Plus next school year.

Students who attend nonpublic schools or are home-schooled must inform the Ohio Department of Education by the same April 1 deadline.

Here are your next steps:1. Talk with your child’s school. Your local

school district is required to provide you with information about College Credit Plus before March 1. If you haven’t received an email, letter or call yet, check your district’s website.

The district also must hold a public meeting before March 30 to explain the program, and it must invite participating colleges and universities in your area to attend.


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the tomorrow center School cAlendAr 2015-2016AUgUSt

13-14 - CPI Certifications17 - Staff In Service18 - First Day of School

SePtemBer7 - Labor Day- No School8 - Open House-Parent/Teacher

Conferences 3:30-6:3025 -Staff TBT/PD Day- No School for

Students

octoBer15 -Staff TBT/PD Day – No School for

Students16 -Parent/Teacher Conference 8:00-

2:00 PM - No School for Students23 - End of the 1st Quarter30 - HALLOWEEN DANCE 6:30-9:30 PM

noVemBer23-27 - Thanksgiving Break- No School

decemBer21-31 - Winter Break- No School

JAnUArY1-3 - Winter Break- No School4 - Students Return from break14 - End of the 2nd Quarter15 - Staff TBT/PD Day- No School for

Students18 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day- No School29 - Staff TBT/PD Day – No School for

Students

feBrUArY12 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 8:00-1:00

PM - No School for Students15 - President’s Day- No School

mArch17 - End of the 3rd Quarter18 - Staff TBT/PD Day-No School for Students21-25 - Spring Break- No School

APril15 - Staff TBT/PD Day- No School for

Students22 - Tomorrow Center Prom25 - Staff TBT/PD Day- No School for

Students

mAY11 - Staff TBT/PD Day – No School for

Students13 - Volunteer Appreciation Program20 - Graduation- 1:00 PM26 - Last Day of School26 - End of the 4th Quarter27 - Work Day

make –Up days as follows:Waived –Calamity Days 1-5Blizzard Bags-Calamity Day 6-8 (?)

what is the tomorrow center?The Tomorrow Center was founded to provide

alternative options for students with diverse needs. Our ultimate goal is to accomplish this through the graduation of our students.

We offer a comprehensive high school diploma, accepting transfer credits from other schools as well as those earned while at The Tomorrow Center. We do offer credit flexibility as prescribed and agreed upon by the team of specialists and the family. We encourage families to visit The Tomorrow Center to see how we can accomplish your students’ educational goal! Please call to make an appointment.


ohio’S leArning StAndArdSwhat changed?

In 2010, Ohio adopted new, higher learning standards for students in math, English language arts, science and social studies. Ohio’s New Learning Standards allow for all kinds of learners to become well-prepared for college and careers.

Ohio’s students are behind many of their international peers in the knowledge and skills they gain from their schooling. At one time, U.S. students ranked near the top in the world. Today, U.S. students rank 23rd in science, 31st in mathematics and 17th in reading.

The math and English language arts standards are called Common Core State Standards because Ohio worked with many other states to develop them. The science and social studies standards are specific to Ohio. Students will learn to apply increasingly difficult math concepts to many different situations. Under the new English language arts standards, students will learn better reading, writing and communication skills. They will closely analyze what they are reading, write arguments with claims and reasoning, and think critically to draw their own conclusions. Ohio students also will build strong foundations in science and technology and learn to apply them to real-world experiences, often in their own communities.

how are these standards different?Students will study only the most

important and useful concepts within each subject, each year. They will drill much deeper into each area, learning to apply more knowledge and skills in the subject than ever before. The standards will help students see how different subjects like math, science and English language arts overlap.

why was the change needed?Nearly 40 percent of Ohio high school

graduates who enroll in Ohio institutions of higher education are not prepared for college- level work. Some Ohio employers believe soon, Ohio will not have enough graduates to fill the good, higher-paying jobs that will be available.

A high school diploma will mean more. Ohio’s students will not simply memorize facts that are forgotten once they pass the test. They will graduate with the abilities

to compete for Ohio’s and the world’s best jobs. They will make more informed and empowered citizens. They will lead Ohio forward into a brighter future.

graduation requirements 2014-2017Students in the classes of 2014 - 2017

and those who are repeating ninth grade this school year will continue to operate under their original graduation requirements.

To earn an Ohio high school diploma, these students must meet both the course and testing requirements identified by the State of Ohio. Students must earn 20 credits in required courses. Additionally, they must receive instruction in economics and financial literacy as well as fine arts. Students must take the required Ohio Graduation Tests (OGTs).

graduation requirements 2018-BeyondThese are the new graduation

requirements that take effect with the class of 2018. These are students who are entering ninth grade for the first time in the 2014-2015 school year.

required coursesThe new requirements did not change

the current courses or number of course credits that students must complete to be eligible for graduation. View that information here.

AssessmentsIn addition to course credits, students will

earn points toward graduation on seven end-of-course exams. These exams will replace the Ohio Graduation Tests.

The courses in which students take an end-of-course exam will be: English I and II, algebra I or integrated math I, geometry or integrated math II, physical science or biology, American history and American government. Beginning in 2015-16 districts may have the option to use the state end-of-course exams to replace their current course final exams and use the state’s test as part of the class grade. This will help avoid double testing in future years.

Students can earn from 1-5 points for each exam, based on their performance.

Students who take physical science, American history or American government

as part of Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, college dual credit or Credit Flexibility programs can use their scores from the programs’ end-of-course exams in place of the state end-of-course exam scores to accumulate graduation points.

A student who earned high school credit in any of the above courses before July 1, 2015 and a required end-of-course exam was not available automatically will receive a score of three points per course exam toward the total points needed for graduation. Middle school students this year who take one of these courses for high school credit must take the corresponding state end-of-course exam in this school year.

exam retakesStudents that score below proficient on

an exam may retake it after they receive some extra help on the material. Students that score proficient or higher on an end of course exam can retake exams only if, once they take all the exams, they have not met the minimum graduation points to graduate. In this case, a student can retake any exam after receiving some extra help on the material. The same rules apply to substitute exams, which may be used interchangeably with approved tests.

graduation PointsWith few exceptions, students must

accumulate a minimum of 18 points from scores on their end of course exams to become eligible for a diploma.

more flexibility for Students and familiesStudents who do not earn the required

number of graduation points can still meet the requirements for a diploma if they earn a remediation-free score on a national college admission test. This assessment will be given to students free of charge in the fall of their junior year starting with the graduating class of 2018.

Students also can qualify for a high school diploma by earning 12 points through one or several approved industry-recognized credential within a single career field and achieving a workforce-readiness score on the WorkKeys assessment. The State Board of Education will approve the workforce-readiness score needed for graduation this fall.


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home SchoolingIn Ohio, parents interested in educating his or her child at home may

do so by notifying their local school district superintendent and meeting the requirements of Ohio law to home school. If requirements are met, the district superintendent releases the student from required compulsory school attendance. This excuses the student and family from school attendance requirements in state law.

Parents or guardians who decide to home school their daughter or son are completely responsible for choosing the curriculum and course of study. They select the curriculum and educational materials and take responsibility for educating their child. We ask that you follow the Ohio’s academic content standards as a guide (listed below). There is no state financial assistance for families who choose this option. Visit our Frequently Asked Questions.

For a child who is not a student in a public school of the school district, the district superintendent determines the appropriate grade level for a child.

requirements to home SchoolRegistering for home schooling is completed through your resident

local school district superintendent’s office.You and the superintendent must agree on the curriculum you chose.1. Provide 900 hours of instruction per year2. Register with superintendent every year3. Provide an assessment of the students work, this link will provide the

different options.Many parents think that on-line schools fall into the category of

home schooling, this is NOT true. Most on-line schools are considered Community/Chartered schools, they are considered public schools.

college credit PlusGreat news for homeschool students! Ohio’s new College Credit Plus

program gives students in grades 7-12 the chance to earn high school and college credit simultaneously by taking courses at a participating Ohio college or university. Tuition is free if your homeschool student takes classes at a public college. There may be modest fees for private college credit. The deadline is April 1 for homeschool students to let the Ohio Department of Education know they want to participate in College Credit Plus next school year.

Sports and other ActivitiesRecent legislation allows home-school students the opportunity

to participate in extracurricular activities in public schools. An “extracurricular activity” is a pupil activity program that is run by a school or school district and is not included in a graded course of study. Activities include any offered at the school that the student would attend if enrolled in the public school district the family resides. If the school district does not offer a particular activity, then the student may request to participate in another district’s program. The superintendent of the other school district may choose to allow the student to participate as an out-of-district student.

Home-educated students must meet the same nonacademic and financial requirements as any other student participating in the activity. Fees and ability in sports, where there are cuts, apply.

ohio high School diplomaHome-schooled students do not receive an Ohio high school diploma

recognized by the State Board of Education. When pursuing employment or advanced education, home-schooled students may need to complete the GED to show equivalence to a state recognized high school diploma.

Information provided from the Ohio Dept. of Education


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northmor locAl School diStrict 2015-2016 School YeAr cAlendArAUgUSt

27 - Teacher In-Service

SePtemBer8 - Teacher In-Service9 - First Day of SchoolOCTOBER9 - Mid-Quarters

noVemBer6 - End of 1st Quarter: 1-hour Early

Dismissal24 - Conferences: 2-hour Early Dismissal25 - No School: Conferences AM, Teacher

In-Service PM26-27 - Thanksgiving Break: No School

decemBer11 - Mid-Quarters22 - 1-hour Early Dismissal23-31 - Winter Break: No School

JAnUArY1 - Winter Break: No School18 - M.L. King Jr. Day: No School21 - Semester Exams: 1-hour Early

Dismissal22 - End of 2nd Quarter: 1-hour Early

Dismissal

feBrUArY15 - Presidents’ Day: No School26 - Mid-Quarters

mArch3 - Conferences: 2-hour Early Dismissal25 - Spring Break: No School28 - Teacher In-Service: No School

APril1 - End of 3rd Quarter: 1-hour Early Dismissal29 - Mid-Quarters

mAY30 - Memorial Day: No School

JUne2 - Final Exams: 1-hour Early Dismissal3 - Last Day of School: 1-hour Early Dismissal5 - Graduation6 - Teacher In-Service

calamity daysThere will be 5 calamity days without make-

up allowed during the 2015-2016 school year. Calamity days 6 through 10 will be made up through the use of blizzard bags and/or online lessons. Any calamity days greater than 10 will be made up through one or more of the following: adding hours to the existing school days, attending school on previously established holidays or vacation days, attending school on Saturdays, or made up at the end of the year.

northmor Board members: President: Jeff WhislerVice President: Carlyle SmithMember: Tim BachelderMember: Richard SmithMember: Dan Sipes

district Staff:Superintendent: Chad RedmonTreasurer: Tammi CowellAssistant Treasurer: Marcie WhitedAdministrative Assistant to the

Superintendent: Jackie BaileyMaintenance Supervisor: John KlaameyerFood Service Director: Nikki MorrisonAthletic Director: Tim LairdCurriculum Director: Ann PfisterSpecial Services Coordinator: Christine CoeTechnology Director: Eve Miller

fees & Supplies 2015-2016elementary feesAll students: $30Jr. high feesAll students: $22.75**Tennis shoes for GymJr. High Transitions and Careers: $10.00Computer Applications: $8.00Art: $5.00high School feesHoneywell Instant Alert: $2.75 (all

students)Accounting I: $40.00Accounting II: $40.00AgriScience I: $20.00AgriScience II: $20.00AgriScience III: $20.00AgriScience IV: $20.00Art I: $30.00Art II: $30.00Art III: $30.00Art IV: $30.00Biology: $10.00Advanced Biology: $15.00Chemistry: $16.00Child Development: $10.00Class Dues will be announced according to

class meetingsComputer Technology: $10.00English 1: $15.00English 2: $10.00English 3: $10.00English 4: $10.00Environmental Science: $15.00Exploring Computer Science: $10.00Healthy Living: $15.00Integrated Science: $10.00Managing Transitions: $10.00Personal Finance: $5.00Physical Science: $15.00Physics: $15.00Web Concepts and Applications: $10.00World Literature: $7.00


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11 - Opening Day, All Staff12 - No School Teacher Work Day13 - No School Teacher Work Day13 - Open House (K - 6) 5 pm - 7 pm13 - Open House (7 - 12) 7 pm - 9pm14 - No School: Teacher Work Day18 - First Day Of School20 - First Day Of Kindergarten31 - No School: Fair Week

SePtemBer1 - 4 - No School: Fair Week7 - No School: Labor Day

octoBer1 - (5 thru 12) Parent Teacher Conference8 - (5 thru 12) Parent Teacher Conference12 - No School: Teacher Work Day

noVemBer5 - (K - 4) Parent Teacher Conference10 - (K - 4) Parent Teacher Conference25 - No School: Comp. Day26 - 27 - No School: Thanksgiving Break

decemBer21 - Jan 3 - No School: Christmas Break

JAnUArY1 - No School: New Year’s Day18 - No School: Martin L. King Day

feBrUArY15 - No School: Presidents Day18 - (5 - 12) Parent Teacher Conference25 - (5 - 12) Parent Teacher Conference

mArch3 - (K - 4) Parent Teacher Conference8 - (K-4) Parent Teacher Conference21-24 -No School: Spring Break25 - No School: Comp. Day

APril In Session All Month

mAY26 - Last Student Day27 - No School: Teacher Work Day27 - Senior Night

29 - Graduation30 - No School: Memorial Day31 - Contingency Day

JUne1 - Contingency Day2 - Contingency Day3 - Contingency Day

in - service/Staff report daysBus Drivers - 8/11, 8/13Aides, Cooks - 8/11, 8/12, 8/13Custodial - 8/11, 8/12, 8/13 8/14

Maintenance 10/12 5/27Secretaries - 8/11, 8/12, 8/13 8/14Teachers - 10/12 5/27 Parent Teacher Conf.

Board of educationChuck Jones, PresidentJim Clinger, Vice PresidentVicki KermanPatricia ClarkMarilyn DavisBrian Petrie, SuperintendentJon Mason, Treasurer

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