Congratulations to Lisa Salyers, Chemistry and Anatomy & Physiology teacher at Chagrin Falls High School, who has been selected as a 2025 Ohio Finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)—the nation’s highest honor for K-12 STEM educators! 🧪📐💡🧡
This prestigious recognition celebrates Lisa’s outstanding contributions to science education and her commitment to inspiring all students to grow and thrive. Selected from a highly competitive pool of nominees, Lisa now moves on to the National Selection Committee, with final decisions to be announced by the White House in early 2026.
We are incredibly proud to have Lisa representing Chagrin Falls Schools and the state of Ohio—and we’re cheering her on every step of the way!
Congratulations Lisa! 👏
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Imagine how boring high school would be without these entertaining students! 🎶🐯 #ThrowbackThursday #ChagrinFallsBand #ChagrinChoir #DanceTeam
Honoring the studious and active students 🧑🎓🧡 #TBT #HonorSociety #StudentCouncil #StuCo
Kindergarten March Madness is in full swing! 🏀📚 Our kindergarteners are diving into stories, comparing books by the same author, exploring illustration styles, and discussing story elements like characters, setting, and plot. Each class votes on their favorite, and the excitement builds as we narrow it down to the ultimate Kindergarten March Madness Champion!
Thank you to all of the guest readers who have added to the fun!
Which book will take the crown? 👀✨
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The 8th grade embarked on a day of cultural exploration last week! Students began with a visit to the art museum, where they analyzed works from around the world and interpreted questions in their target language using high-frequency verbs.
Afterward, students deepened their global connections through immersive dining experiences. World language students practiced their conversational skills with native Spanish, French, or Chinese-speaking servers, ordering meals and engaging in real-world dialogue. Meanwhile, non-language students explored Italian cuisine, broadening their appreciation for cultural traditions.
Through art, language, and shared experiences, students compared and contrasted cultures, engaged in authentic communication, and developed the skills of competent global citizens—ready to navigate a multilingual, interconnected world! 🌍🎨🍽️ #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
🌟 Speaking with Purpose! 🎤📣 🌟
Chagrin Falls students, Rory and Eire, recently showcased their public speaking skills at the Rotary 4-Way Speech Contest, where they delivered compelling speeches centered around the Rotary Club’s Four-Way Test:
1️⃣ Is it the TRUTH?
2️⃣ Is it FAIR to all concerned?
3️⃣ Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?
4️⃣ Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?
This event provided students with a powerful platform to develop confidence, sharpen their communication skills, and engage with thought-provoking topics. Congratulations to all participants for their dedication and eloquence! 👏🐅
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Gurney is leprechaun-free, thanks to our fearless preschool students! 🍀✨
With teamwork and determination, they set traps, found all the gold (and counted it!), and even caught the mischievous visitor. Way to go, preschool! 🏆💚
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As part of One School One Book, Skunk Haven came to Gurney today to talk about skunks! Our students learned SO much!
🦨Skunks are omnivores.
🦨Skunks are crepuscular, meaning they are most active at dawn and dusk.
🦨Pet skunks will live 8-10 years, wild skunks 2-3 years
…AND, we learned that skunks are not easy pets!
💫 Ask your student what they learned!
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Girls ruling the school! Like or comment if you were part of any of these curriculars! 🐯🏃♀️#ThrowbackThursday
Looking at the amazing places #CFHS students travel all around town and the world! 🌎🐯 #TBT #Traveling #Classof2007
🏌️♂️📐 Angles in Action: Math Meets Mini-Golf! 📐🏌️♀️
What better way to explore angles than by designing your own mini-golf course? 🎯 High school math students put their skills to the test, using concepts like the angle of incidence and angle of reflection to strategically create the perfect path for a hole-in-one! ⛳
Students designed courses with obstacles and bounce walls, marking key reflection points and measuring angles with protractors to optimize their shots. But the learning didn’t stop there! After finalizing their designs, they brought their calculations to life, playing a hole at Sweeny Land Putt-Putt and HassHill’s Magic Mini-Golf to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting.
The challenge continued with interactive activities, including angle measurements, a competitive Gimkit game, and pixel art designs based on geometric principles. 🖼️🎮 Through hands-on learning and a bit of friendly competition, students strengthened their understanding of angles—proving that math is not just about numbers but about strategy, creativity, and fun! 🔢✨
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Look what Luke did!
Gurney students are kicking off Let Grow with experiences—also known as "projects"—designed to help them step outside their comfort zones.
Luke took on the challenge of grocery shopping independently! With a list of five items in hand, he navigated the store, asked for help finding hot dogs, and met his dad at the register to check out. Let Grow empowers kids, parents, and communities to foster independence, and Luke showed just how capable young learners can be.
Way to go, Luke! 🎉
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Our 4th graders took a step back in time at the Chagrin History Center, exploring our town’s role in the Underground Railroad and connecting key moments in both Chagrin Falls and Ohio’s history! 🔎🌎
Chagrin Schools and the Chagrin History Center share a unique partnership that brings history to life for students of all ages. By aligning with state education standards and utilizing its vast collection, the History Center helps students see how our community connects to significant historical events. Learning history through a local lens makes the past more meaningful, engaging, and relevant! 💫
A huge thank you to the Chagrin History Center and its dedicated volunteers for sharing their time, knowledge, and passion! 🐯🧡🖤
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From getting the script to the final curtain close, #CFHSDramaClub made the shows and experience worthwhile 🎭🧡 #ThrowbackThursday #YouCanTakeItWithYou #Classof1974
📚 Some of our educators spent the day learning with Michael McLeod, diving into the latest research on executive functioning and ADHD to enhance support for our students. This engaging session helped deepen their expertise and inspire all to grow and thrive!
A huge thank you to Chagrin Falls PTO for making this opportunity possible! 🖤🧡
👨👩👧👦 Parents—want to learn more? Join us tonight at 7 PM at the Intermediate School for an insightful session!
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One School, One Book is here! This year, Gurney students are diving into A Boy Called Bat by Elana K. Arnold—a heartwarming story about Bat, a young boy with autism, his love for animals, his challenges with friendship and change, and his determination to care for a baby skunk.
Today, classrooms were buzzing with excitement as teachers introduced the book, a take-home journal and baby skunk, and a classroom rabbit! Students read the first chapter together and explored what it means to understand and appreciate neurodiversity.
Over the next month, families will join in reading at home while students celebrate Bat’s journey at school. We can’t wait to see our community of readers grow!
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❄️ Pure joy on the hills of Gurney! ❄️
Mrs. Jones’ class took full advantage of the fresh snow, bundling up for some extra outdoor fun after a recent snowfall. Laughter, sleds, and snowy adventures made for the perfect winter day! ⛄️❄️
Thanks for the photos Miss Bromfield!
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Gurney Elementary second graders took center stage at the February 19 Board of Education meeting to showcase their classroom’s innovative Grid Method learning system! 🎤🐯
Guided by teachers Lisa Dugach and Sarah Ross, this approach empowers students to master language arts at their own pace through four progressive levels of trick words, spelling, and phonics activities. Using personalized avatars on the Clever Touch display, students track their progress while engaging in creative activities like designing board games and taking on the role of the teacher! 🎲📖
This student-driven approach highlights the power of choice, engagement, and mastery in learning! 🔥👏 #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
Spanish class goes beyond vocabulary and conjugation—it's an immersive cultural experience! Last week, Myla and Justin from LeSalsa in Lakewood brought the rhythm to our students with a lively salsa lesson. 💃🕺 Students had a fantastic time learning the steps and dancing together!
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