“The goal is survival.”
‘Just because some coward with no coping skills comes in with a firearm, it does not mean they are in charge’: Meetings address school safety strategy That key statement – and many others – were discussed during a string of informational meetings aimed at educating parents about the North Royalton City Schools’ newly adopted safety strategy. “I wish I could tell you that we could prevent and guarantee nothing bad would ever happen, but that’s not our reality,” said Assistant Superintendent Jim Presot to parents gathered in the North Royalton High ....
Lions Club honors member at NRHS football home opener
North Royalton City Schools made the first home football game on August 24 at North Royalton Serpentini Chevrolet Stadium a little more meaningful by holding a flag dedication before kickoff. The North Royalton Lions Club donated a 10 ft. by 15 ft. flag for the stadium in memory of Bob Serpentini, Sr. who served with the Lions Club for 45 years. He passed away this past June. After the announcer named those involved in the dedication, the American flag was raised as well as the Ohio and U.S. Marine flag. U.S. Marines and Lions Club members took part in the flag raising, and Bob Serpentini, Sr ....
Time to put safe driving practices in gear
Now that the new school year has begun, more attention must be paid while driving, especially in neighborhoods and near schools and areas where children play. Drivers need to be mindful of enhancing safety by following safe driving practices, especially in these areas. The North Royalton School District’s Transportation Department consists of a fleet of 66 Buses and six Vans, employing 50 Bus Drivers, eight Substitute Bus Drivers, three Van Drivers, and 4 Bus Monitors. The District is responsible for transporting more than 3,100 students each school day to 12 different buildings, traveling ....
North Royalton School Board approves new contracts with Non-Teaching Employees
The North Royalton Board of Education recently approved a new contract and compensation plans for non-teaching employees of the North Royalton School District. At the August 13 Board of Education meeting, the Board adopted the negotiated agreement with the Ohio Association of Public School Employees (OAPSE) and the compensation plans for the Central Office Professional Staff Association (COPSA), the North Royalton Principals’ Association, and the Central Office Administrators for the period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2021. The contract approves a two percent yearly increase for the ....
Band’s parent preview night got everyone feelin’ alright
“…We’re all in the mood for a melody, and you’ve got us feelin’ alright.” The lyrics to Singer-songwriter Billy Joel’s 1973 hit, “Piano Man,” sure fit the mood Aug. 17 as members of the North Royalton High School Marching Band performed Joel’s signature melodies among other catchy tunes during a special “Parent Preview Night” that highlighted their football show and the many skills they have learned at Band Camp. The band was also joined by the talented and spirited Royalette Dance Team and Royalaire Color Guard. Many would say summer Band Camp – three weeks of dail ....
