Bexley City School District

Summer is a great time to explore our Digital Wellness Course. Developed by Bexley's IT staff, the course is designed to enhance students' digital experiences and provide valuable resources for parents. 📱 💻

📝 Course Highlights:

➡️ Family-Friendly Exercises: Many activities can be parent-led, making it a fun learning opportunity for the whole family! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
➡️ Comprehensive Topics: Explore key areas like Social Interactions, Safety Laws and Ethics, and Cybersecurity. 🛡️

🖱️ Access the course now: bex.fyi/dw

Join us in fostering a safer and more informed digital environment! 🌐

🏃 Congratulations to our Central Buckeye League All-Conference Athletes in Girls Track and Field! First team: Mia Elliott, Elise Garrett, Anja Hoy, Carly Hanin, Ava Reiser, Jenna Plank, Mabyn Evans and Lauren Cooper! 🏆

Congratulations also to Jenna Plank, Mabyn Evans, Ava Reiser, Alissa Shyshkova and Anja Hoy for making the Buckeye League All-Conference Second Team, and a shoutout to Anna Whisler, Mia Elliott, and Alissa Shyshkova for earning Honorable Mention. Special mention to Jenna Plank for earning: Most Outstanding Performance! 👏

Today is an important day for our nation and our community. On Juneteenth we celebrate freedom and commit to continue the fight for justice and equity.

Please note: The district office will be closed today in honor of Juneteenth.

🎉 Calling all Bexley Alumni! Join us at Bexley High School on July 5 for a special visit. Whether you're here for a class reunion or just want to stop by, we’d love to see you! Our student tour guides will show you around as you reminisce with friends and share memories. 🏫✨

School District leaders will also provide an update on our facilities planning process, as we move into the "options phase" for future generations of students.

No RSVP required, but if you can, please let Wendy know your plans at [email protected]. See you there! 👋

🏃 Congratulations to our Central Buckeye League All-Conference Athletes in Track and Field! First team, Holden Gohs and Solomon McDow! 🏆

Congratulations also to Jacob Bernard and William Chluda for earning Honorable Mention. 👏

Thank you to Jeannine Hetzler for 12 years of incredible leadership and dedication as principal of Cassingham Elementary! 🎉 Your care and commitment have made a lasting impact on our youngest students and families. 💙 We wish you all the best in your new role at Bexley Middle School!

🥎 Congratulations to our Central Buckeye League All-Conference Athletes in Softball! First team, Davaney Prophet and Kyra Duffee! 🏆

Congratulations also to Kayla Duffee and Maddy Thomas for making the Buckeye League All-Conference Second Team, and a shoutout to Elle Cochran and Claire Watts for earning Honorable Mention. 👏

🎉👏 Congratulations to 2024 senior Sammie Ross for winning the CAPA Marquee Award for Best Supporting Actress! 🌟 Your incredible talent and dedication have shone brightly, and we are so proud of your achievement. To read the full list of winners, visit: https://tinyurl.com/3mma7bsn.

🎉🏃‍♀️ Congratulations to Bexley High School girls track stars Ava Reiser, Jenna Plank, Lauren Cooper, and Mabyn Evans! 🌟 Their season-best and school-record time of 1:43.74 in the 4x200 relay has earned them All-American status by the National High School Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association! 🏅💪

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/5n8bd5uk

🥍 Congratulations to our Central Buckeye League All-Conference Athletes in Girls Lacrosse! First team, Noa Pitstick and Mallory Lowe! 🏆

Congratulations also to Harper Phillips and Evie Messmer for making the Buckeye League All-Conference Second Team and a shoutout to Ellie Schoedinger and Julia Olson for earning Honorable Mention. 👏

🎓✨ Congratulations to our Bexley faculty and staff members who recently earned advanced degrees!

👏 Dr. Justin Dennen, a social studies teacher at Bexley Middle School, graduated with a Doctor of Education from the University of Findlay.

👏 Jamel Johnson, BRIGHT Fellow Administrator Intern at Montrose and Maryland Elementary Schools, graduated from Ohio State with his MBA.

👏 Brian Lowery, BRIGHT Fellow Administrator Intern at Bexley Middle and High Schools, graduated from Ohio State with his MBA.

We are so proud of your achievements and dedication to education!

📸 Attention, Class of 2025! 🎓

Don't miss your chance to capture those senior year memories! 📷 LifeTouch/Prestige Photography will be on the Schottenstein Theatre Stage to take your yearbook photos. Watch for an email from LifeTouch/Prestige to schedule your appointment.

Mark your calendars for:
🗓️ Thursday, June June 20: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
🗓️ Friday, June 21: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Best part? These professional photos are completely FREE for all seniors. However, there will be a charge for students who opt to do a more elaborate session with clothing changes. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! 📸

This week, we celebrate four Champions who go above and beyond to support our students and staff.

🌟 Andy Johnson, a music teacher, was recognized for his kindness to a Montrose Elementary student, embodying our district’s values.

🌟 Tracie Baum and Sol Bowling, high school office staff, were praised for their patience and for creating a safe space for students needing extra care.

🌟 Anek Niamlarb, maintenance staff, was honored for his dedication, respect, and continuous learning, always helping others without expecting anything in return.

Thank you for following our journey this school year as we recognize the incredible champions within our Bexley Schools community. Way to BE!

🍎 Ohio has a summer food service program, and children ages 1 through 18 eat FREE! Find the summer meals in your area here ➡️ https://education.ohio.gov/KidsEat. There’s no sign-up needed!

🥉👏Congratulations to Bexley's Solomon McDow! The Class of 2024 graduate took 3rd place in the Division II 1600 meter run in today’s state track championship at Dayton’s Welcome Stadium! We’re so proud of you Solly! Best of luck in your college athletic career!

🌞 Today, May 30, is our students' last day of the 2023-2024 school year. Have a safe and fun summer! We will see you next school year!

🌟 At the recent COSI Super Science Block Party in Bexley, Bexley City Schools showcased sustainability efforts with two engaging tables! Exchange student Iana S. coordinated a clothing swap, while Maryland 5th grader Isla B. and HS Environmental Club members helped attendees plant biodegradable planters with pollinator seeds. Together, they potted over 100 Zinnias, sunflowers, and marigolds. Attendees also accessed sustainability tips via QR codes linked to a Canva page created by 5th graders. 🌱🌼

🌟 This week’s Champions, we celebrate Cassingham 3rd-graders Miller S. and Sam O. for their everyday kindness! They give up afternoon recess to help art teacher Mr. Pinciotti with tasks like cleaning the art room and assisting younger students. Their generosity truly exemplifies our mission to Demonstrate Kindness. Way to BE, Miller and Sam! 👏

📝 Middle School 6th graders from Blayne Garsky's English/Language Arts class recently teamed up with 2nd graders from three Cassingham classes to write stories together. It was a fantastic collaboration and a wonderful learning experience for all! ✍️

🌍✨ With the help of technology integration coach Bob Keep, Montrose students in Cassidy Schlitter's Kindergarten class "traveled" around the world using Virtual Reality Goggles! Throughout the year, they learned about each continent in their Wit and Wisdom ELA units. This immersive activity allowed them to explore the features and characteristics of each location. 🩵 Special thanks to the Bexley Education Foundation for the VR goggles grant!

🎶 Congratulations to our Middle School choirs for an outstanding weekend of performances at Kings Island! Our 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade choirs and the combined choir delivered beautiful performances. The combined choirs received a Superior rating, 1st place in Class A, and Best Overall Choir (regardless of class)! 🎉🏆

🇺🇸 Today, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while defending our freedom.

🧑‍🎓👩‍🎓More photos of Bexley High School’s Class of 2024! We are so happy to celebrate each of you! 👏

👏Members of the Bexley High School Class of 2024 crossed the graduation stage and into their very bright futures this morning on Carlton Smith Field. We are so proud of our new alums!! 👩‍🎓🧑‍🎓

🎓 Today is Graduation Day! We want to wish all of our Bexley City School graduates good luck today and in all of their future endeavors! 👏 We are proud of you, Class of 2024!

🏆 CONGRATULATIONS to Bexley High School freshman Henry Lessard! He just clinched the Division II Singles State Championship in tennis. Great job, Henry! 👏🎾

🗓 REMINDER! There is no school Monday, May 27, 2024, in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend!

🎓 Join us for Bexley High School's 102nd annual commencement this Sunday, May 26, at 10 a.m. at Carlton Smith Field. Expect increased vehicle and foot traffic in Central Bexley during the morning.

🌧️ In case of inclement weather, check for updates on BexleySchools.org and our social media channels.

👏 Congratulations to BHS junior Rose Porter for qualifying for the National Jr. Gold Bowling Championship in Detroit from July 12 through July 20! We're incredibly proud of your achievement and wish you the best of luck in the competition! 🎉🎳

🍽️🌸 Many thanks to the amazing Bexley students who assisted with food preparation for the Asian American & Pacific Islander celebration lunch! Your hard work and dedication made the event truly special. 🙌🌺