Cleveland City Schools

🚭 Over 6100 Students Under 18 Try Vaping Every Day! 🚭 🚨 Attention Parents, Educators, and Teens! 🚨 Did you know that every single day, more than 6100 students under the age of 18 experiment with vaping for the very first time? This alarming statistic sheds light on a growing epidemic that demands our attention. 🛑 Let's Talk About the Dangers: Vaping isn't just harmless fun—it poses serious risks to your health and well-being. From nicotine addiction to harmful chemicals damaging your lungs, the consequences can be devastating. Don't fall for the allure of peer pressure or trendy marketing tactics. Your health is priceless!

🌟 We're thrilled to announce the district winners for Novice Teacher of the Year! 🌟 This is part of the Tennessee Department of Education’s Educator Recognition Program which focuses on recognizing teachers in the early stages of their careers. 🏆 Megan Carroll - Cleveland Middle School 🏆 Jordan Wagers - Cleveland High School 🏆 Chris Alvarez - Ross Elementary Congratulations on your outstanding achievement! Your dedication and passion for education inspire us all! 🍎

Cleveland City Schools will be on Spring Break from March 11th to March 15th. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable time off!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS 🗓 We are excited to welcome Kindergarten students to Cleveland City Schools! Enrollment is officially open! We will have a Kindergarten enrollment event on Saturday, March 23rd at CHS. You can learn more by visiting our website at clevelandschools.org

REMINDER: This is a friendly reminder that Tuesday, March 5th, is a Professional Development Day for Cleveland City Schools, students will not be at school.

Today, the King family donated a "Buddy Bench" to Blythe-Bower Playground in memory of Peyton King, a Cleveland High School Class of 2025 student and former Blythe-Bower attendee. Peyton, who passed away in 2019, was known for his kindness. The Buddy Bench will be the area's first, providing a safe space for students without playmates. Blythe-Bower principal, Dr. Joel Barnes, stated, “We are appreciative of this generous gift from Peyton’s family. Not only will students for years to come hear about Peyton and the type of kid he was, but hundreds of students will find a buddy right here.”

Celebrating Black History Month 🌟 Rodney Broadnax from Cleveland Middle School shares his thoughts on celebrating the rich contributions of African Americans!

Congratulations to Cleveland High School's Girls' Basketball Team for clinching the title of District Champs! 🎉👏 These talented athletes have showcased incredible skill, teamwork, and determination throughout the season, and their hard work has truly paid off.

Dr. Eric Garner, one of the Assistant Principals of Cleveland High School, reflects on #BlackHistoryMonth 🌟 Join him in celebrating the rich contributions of African Americans to our shared history.🌍✨

Happy National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! 🏫👮‍♀️ We extend our gratitude to the officers from the Cleveland Police Department who serve as the backbone of safety in Cleveland City Schools. 🙌💙 Thank you, SROs, for your commitment to creating a secure and positive learning environment! 👏

This February, let's take a moment to reflect on what Black History Month means to us! We're thrilled to hear from Dr. Valery Taylor, Supervisor of Federal Projects and Professional Development, as she shares her profound thoughts. 👏

SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION WEEK 🌟 Matthew Coleman represents the City At-Large for the Cleveland City Board of Education! He's no stranger to our halls. Mr. Coleman is a product of Ross Elementary School, Cleveland Middle School, and Cleveland High School! 📓📚 Thank you for your dedication and support to Cleveland City Schools!

SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION WEEK 🌟 Jodi Riggins represents District 5 for Cleveland City Schools! Her son, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter all work in Cleveland City Schools! 📚📘 We appreciate your hard work and dedication to our students, staff, and faculty!

SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION WEEK 🌟 Peggy Pesterfield has represented District 4 of the Cleveland City School Board since 2006! She has 30 years of experience in education as a classroom teacher of French, Psychology, and Sociology, a school counselor, a school psychologist, and the Supervisor of Student Services for Cleveland City Schools! 📓📚 We appreciate your dedication and support to Cleveland City Schools!

SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION WEEK 🌟 Join us in celebrating Andy Lay, who was elected to represent District 3 on the Cleveland City School Board in 2022! 🗳️ This marks his second year on the board, but he's no stranger to Cleveland City Schools – having attended Mayfield Elementary School, Cleveland Middle School, and Cleveland High School! 📘✏️ Thank you for your dedication to Cleveland City Schools!

SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION WEEK 🌟 Krista McKay has dedicated her service to District 2 since 2016! Formerly the Parent Involvement Coordinator and PTO President at Arnold Memorial Elementary School, her commitment to our students, faculty, and staff is truly commendable. Thank you for your tireless efforts to our staff and students! 🙌🏫

SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION WEEK 🌟 Meet Vice Chairman Carolyn Ingram, the voice of District 1 on the Cleveland City School Board! 🎓 Since 1991, Carolyn has been a dedicated part of Cleveland City Schools, serving as Principal for Blythe-Bower Elementary School and Yates Primary! Your commitment to our students, staff, and community is truly commendable! 🙌 #SchoolBoardAppreciationWeek

UPDATE: Cleveland City Schools will be operating on a regular schedule tomorrow, Monday, January 22. See you soon!

We're celebrating School Board Appreciation Week in the Volunteer State! 🍎🏫 Meet Chairman Nate Tucker, our City At-Large representative since 2020. Former PTO President at George R. Stuart Elementary, he's a proud parent of two girls at Cleveland Middle School and Cleveland High School! 📘📚 Thank you, Chairman Tucker, for your commitment to our district! #SchoolBoardAppreciationWeek 🍎📚

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Cleveland City Schools and offices will be closed on Friday, January 19th, due to the possibility of freezing rain overnight and tomorrow's expected drop in temperatures. We are particularly concerned about the impact on road conditions. Please know our top priority is the safety of our students and staff members. Additionally, all extracurricular activities are canceled.  Cleveland City Schools has weather days built into our school calendar to address such circumstances. We expect to reopen schools and offices on Monday. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Thank you for your support as we prioritize the safety of our school community.