News
![Students in Mrs. Rich's kindergarten class pose for a photo during Ohio Military Family Spirit Week in 2024](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/IMG_1430.jpg)
Monroe Primary and Junior High schools receive Purple Star designation
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce recently announced that Monroe Primary and Junior High Schools were two of 171 Ohio schools to receive Purple Star designations as members of the Purple ...
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2024-25 Districtwide Announcements
Important news and updates to help you prepare for the 2024-25 school year.
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Summer Food Service Program
The Summer Food Service Program meals have a new name, now called SUN meals! All children ages 1 through 18 are eligible to receive free meals during the summer months at participating program site...
![Jack receiving his initial state award in Columbus with DAR representative Nancy Hutton.](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/IMG_2830 (1).jpg)
Monroe 7th grader wins national patriotism essay contest
Monroe Schools’ 7th grader Jack Nerenberg’s essay just won national first place in the Daughters of the American Revolution contest.
Judges with the national writing competition, which is open to ent...
![Mrs. Siewny's kindergarten class poses for a group photo with their senior pen pals](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC06931.jpg)
Kindergartners meet their senior pen pals
![Board President Tim Carpenter, Board Vice President Debbie Hagedorn and MES Principal Joe Ward laugh with sixth grader Madalyn Webb as her nomination letter is read aloud](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC06333.jpg)
Student/Staff of the Quarter - Fourth Quarter 2023-24
![Monroe seniors Selleck Burggraf, Jaxson Hounchell, Jenna Ard and Emma Kelly pose for a photo at the event](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC06599.jpg)
Four Monroe student-athletes sign college commitments
![Vaccination Clinic](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/Back to school clinic 2024.jpg)
Immunizations required for seventh grade
Important Immunization News for Parents of Sixth Graders
The Ohio Department of Health requires all students to show proof that they have received a Tdap vaccine (tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertu...
![Immunization Clinic](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/Back to school clinic 2024.jpg)
Immunizations required for 12th grade
Important Immunization News for Parents of 11th Graders
The Ohio Department of Health requires all students to show proof they have received TWO doses of the MCV4 vaccine (meningococcal) before start...
![Kindergarten Readiness Night - May 8, 2024 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Monroe Primary School. Come and learn all about kindergarten at MPS!](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/KG Readiness Night Flyer.png)
Kindergarten Readiness Night - May 8, 2024
![Student chefs stand with Elementary Principal Joe Ward](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/0321241454b.jpg)
Five Monroe fourth graders compete in the 2024 Sodexo Future Chef National Challenge
Five fourth grade finalists were recently selected from Monroe's 31 applicants to compete in Sodexo's 2024 Future Chef contest.
![Sixth Grade Teacher Katie Nelson embraces MES Principal Joe Ward after receiving her award.](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC05767.jpg)
Student/Staff of the Quarter - Third Quarter 2023-24
![Scholarship recipients stand for a photo with the school board during the March 18, 2024 meeting](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/Governor's Merit Scholarship Recipients.jpg)
11 Monroe seniors awarded Ohio Governor’s Merit Scholarship
11 Monroe seniors representing the top 5% of their graduating class have been named recipients of more than $200,000 in financial assistance thanks to a new incentive to encourage Ohio’s top gradua...
![Athletic Director Eric Silverman welcomes students and families to the spring college signing ceremony at Monroe Senior High School.](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC05555.jpg)
Five Monroe student-athletes sign college commitments
- Alexis Fleming, diving - Fr...
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2024-25 District calendar now available
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2024/2025 Preschool Registration
2024/2025 Preschool Registration will be held on April 26th A link will be posted and activated at 9:00 AM on the Monroe Primary Preschool page: (https://www.monroelocalschools.com/monroe-primary-sch...
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What's the Buzz? | Winter 2023-24
![Monroe senior Trey Lambert celebrates a strike against Ross on Monday at Northwest Lanes. Lambert and the Hornets are 19-0 on the season.](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/XSR5TQSPRNCJRCC7VXUTBQDOHQ.png)
‘We’re loud’ -- Monroe boys bowling in midst of undefeated season
Monroe is 19-0, has won 22 consecutive...
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2024-25 Kindergarten registration open now
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Now accepting nominations for the Patti Jo Shull Blue and Gold Community Award
![Amelia Ball and Grace Krueckeberg pose for a photo with their instruments](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/Ball and Krueckeberg - Copy.jpg)
Monroe High School band students receive excellent, superior ratings at OMEA District 13 Solo & Ensemble Contest
![Board members Tom Leeds (L), Dave Grant, Tim Carpenter, Debbie Hagedorn and A.J. Fullam stand for a photo during the January 2024 board meeting](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC04039.jpg)
Monroe board members honored during School Board Recognition Month
January is School Board Recognition Month, and Monroe Local School District is celebrating its board members for their commitment to the district, students and staff.
“The leadership and dedication o...
![11th grade award recipient Samuel McCausland poses for a photo with 12th grade award recipient Allison Morris.](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC04293.jpg)
Student/Staff of the Quarter - Second Quarter 2023-24
Monroe Local Schools hosted its second Student/Staff of the Quarter Ceremony of the 2023-24 school year on Jan. 10. Students and staff were nominated by their teachers and peers, and school board memb...
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Two-hour delay schedule
In the event of a two-hour delay, the following schedule changes will take place:
Districtwide
- Morning bus routes will begin two hours later than normal. Please add two hours to your regularly ...
![2024 Board President Tim Carpenter is sworn in by Treasurer Amy Moore during the annual organizational meeting held on Jan. 8, 2024](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC04030.jpg)
Monroe Local Schools Board of Education names new president, welcomes returning leaders
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College Credit Plus (CCP) Annual Notice
Click here to view the full notice from the Ohio Department of Higher Education
This document provides notice of the College Credit Plus (CCP) program to Monroe Local Schools students
in grades ...
![Wind Symphony II alternates Spencer Riegel (senior, standing with baritone) and Cali Powell (junior, standing with bass clarinet)](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/IMG_4562.jpg)
Record number of Monroe students named to OMEA District 13 Honor Band
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Winter Break
Reminder: There is no school Thursday, Dec. 21 through Wednesday, Jan. 3 in observance of winter break. School buildings and the district office will be open by appointment only.
![Art Brickles headshot in uniform before retiring](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/401768395_724086396415440_781941.png)
Monroe hires school safety and security officer
At its Nov. 20 meeting, the Monroe Local Schools Board of Education approved the hiring of the district’s first full-time school safety and security officer. Arthur (Art) Brickles, a retired police of...
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What's the Buzz? - November 2023
![Two female teachers pose with the male student winner they nominated](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC03046.jpg)
Monroe hosts first Student/Staff of the Quarter recognition ceremony
Monroe Local Schools hosted its inaugural Student and Staff of the Quarter Ceremony on Nov. 7, 2023 to recognize some of the district's most exemplary students and staff from the first quarter of the ...
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April 8, 2024 Calamity Day
Monroe Local Schools will observe a calamity day on Monday, April 8, 2024 due to the historically significant solar eclipse that will take place across Ohio and our region.
There will be no school for...
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Thanksgiving Break Nov. 20-24, 2023
Reminder: There is no school Monday, Nov. 20 through Friday, Nov. 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. School buildings and the district office will be open by appointment only.
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Reminder: Nov. 7 polling location change
!["Holiday Help & Christmas Toy Drive" graphic with presents and bows](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/Copy of Happy Holidays!.png)
Holiday Help and Christmas Toy Drive
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What's the Buzz District Newsletter - Fall 2023
![Buses parked in a line outside of Monroe Elementary](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DJI_20230221_082915_234_video - frame at 0m22s.jpg)
National School Bus Safety Week is Oct. 16-20
School bus transportation plays a critical role in the education of our nation's students, and is the direct link between a neighborhood and the classroom. More than 25 million children ride the yello...
!["Monroe Local Schools: 4.5 out of 5 stars on the Ohio State Report Card"](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/Report Card Social Media.png)
Monroe earns 4.5 out 5 stars on 2023 Ohio State Report Card
Ohio School Report Cards were recently released by the Ohio Department of Education, and Monroe Local Schools earned a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which equates to “exceeds state standards.”
ODE’s...
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Monroe Local School District names new treasurer
After conducting a months-long search and extensive interview process, the Monroe Board of Education has selected Amy Moore to lead the district’s financial services.
Moore will succeed Holly Cahall ...
![Club members pose for a photo as they decorate collection boxes in the hallway](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/IMG_7307.jpg)
Student-led Food Share Program expands to Monroe Elementary
Last school year, junior high and high school students in the Monroe Environmental Club began noticing that a lot of food waste ended up in the garbage after lunch. With that in mind, club members dec...
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Cinema on the Sidelines 2023
Monroe Junior High School will again host a movie night on the practice field in front of Hornet Stadium showing "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The showing will begin short...
![Overhead map of the main campus parking lot](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/image.png)
Main campus traffic pattern changes
Effective Monday, Aug. 28, afternoon pick-up procedures will change for all elementary students and morning drop-off procedures will change for all junior high and high school students. These efforts ...
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2023-24 Open House Schedule
Visit your school, meet your teachers and learn more about what to expect this school year at one of our upcoming open houses!
2023-24 Open House Schedule:
Monroe Primary School:
Monday, Aug...
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Staggered start details for the 2023-24 school year
![Monroe Board of Education Members and representatives from the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution pose for a photo with Melissa Costello and Alexa Funke at the May board meeting](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/DSC01128-2.jpg)
A state first: Monroe teacher wins top honor for history lessons
For the first time ever, the Ohio Society of the Sons of the American Revolution has named an elementary educator as the recipient of its Dr. Tom & Betty Lawrence American History Teacher Award.
In M...
![Ohio Summer Food Service Program - Kids Eat Free](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/USDA Summer Meals for Kids1.png)
Ohio Summer Food Service Program
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Connect our Students initiative closes digital divide for students in Butler County
Monroe Local Schools recently partnered with the Ohio Department of Development, BroadbandOhio, Butler County Educational Service Center, Butler Tech, Ohio Connectivity Champions, SWOCA and altafiber ...
![Supporting Military Families Purple Star of Ohio logo](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/20231941245361201.png)
Monroe High School receives Purple Star designation
This week, the Ohio Department of Education announced that Monroe High School is one of 165 Ohio schools to receive Purple Star designations as members of the Purple Star Class of 2023.
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12th Grade Immunizations Needed
Incoming 12th graders for the 2023-24 school year need to submit updated immunizations.
![group in hallway](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/20232821125267757.png)
Plans for new Monroe school remain stalled (Journal News)
Monroe school officials this week toured a newly renovated Middletown school to get ideas for what they hope will be their own partially state-funded new school building in the future.
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7th Grade Immunizations Needed
Incoming 7th graders for the 2023-24 school year need to submit updated immunizations.
![Monroe City Schools Mascot Emblem](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/20131882154352608.jpg)
EZPay portal to be phased out, replaced with PaySchools
In mid-February, Monroe Local Schools will begin a transition from EZpay to a new school payment provider
for lunch and school fees. The final day to make a payment in the EZPay system will be Wednesda...
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COVID Dashboard 11.15.2021
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Hornet Pride - November 2022
When it comes to student leaders, we are proud to have so many who are already leaving their mark on the world.
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Federal Grant Programs
2022-23 school year federal grant notification
![Monroe City Schools Fall Break October 14-17](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/20221310231053389.png)
No School - Fall Break
Reminder: There is no school on Friday, Oct. 14 in observance of fall break and Monday, Oct. 17 is a teacher work day. School buildings and the district office will be open by appointment only.
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Hornet Pride, September 2022 - Facilities Update
This month's edition of Hornet Pride includes a facilities update from Director of Personnel and Business Operations Jesse Catanzaro!
![Monroe Local School's Front Sign](https://www.monroelocalschools.com/media/site/district-news/202279122961653.jpg)
SWAT Team Exercise Planned for Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022
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Transportation - Mandatory Opt-In for 22/23
Mandatory Opt-in and Important transportation information for 22/23 school year.
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Gifted Resource Fair
The Southern Ohio Educational Service Center & the Hamilton County ESC are hosting a virtual gifted resource fair on Tuesday, May 3rd from 6:00-8:30 p.m.
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Covid Dashboard 2.22.2022
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Covid Dashboard 1.30.2022
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Covid Dashboard 1.24.2022
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1.18.2022 Covid Dashboard
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MLS COVID-19 Overview 1.18.2022
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MLS Covid Athletics Update
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NO SCHOOL 1/14 & 1/17/2022
All Monroe Local School buildings will be closed this Friday, January 14, 2022 and Monday, January 17, 2022. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 18, 2022.
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COVID DASHBOARD 1.10.22
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Golf Informational Meeting Scheduled for February 2
There will be and informational meeting for any current 8th, 9th 10th and 11th Grade Boys or Girls interested in particiating on the Golf Team during the fall sports season of 2022.
The meeting will...
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Preschool Registration 2023-24
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Dear Monroe Families RE: TikTok Challenge
District officials have learned of a national social media 'challenge' that is rumored to take place on Friday, December 17, 2021. The challenge is for students to make a threat to their local schools...
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12.5.2021 Covid Dashboard
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11.22.2021 Covid Dashboard
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Butler County Survey
Please complete the Butler County survey and enter the raffle to win a gift card.
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ODH Quarantine Guidelines
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10.25.2021 Covid Dashboard
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COVID Dashboard 10.19.2021
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ARP FUNDS - PUBLIC COMMENT
IDEA Part B (34 CFR 300.165, 34 CFR 300.201) requires that the LEA annually provide an opportunity for public comment. Please see the information that follows to provide your input.
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Covid Dashboard 9.27.2021
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Message From The Superintendent
Quarantine Pilot Program
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Homecoming Parade Info
The homecoming parade will be held on Thursday, September 30th at 6:00. Please see the attached map of the parade route.
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Special Board Meeting 9/2/2021
Special Board Meeting 9/2/2021 in the Monroe Elementary School Cafeteria at 6:00 PM.
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Covid Dashboard 8/30/2021
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Transportation Notification
School districts across the country and in our region have been working through driver shortages caused by a number of factors. The Monroe Local Schools Transportation Department has taken a number o...
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Updated Covid Protocol Information 8/12/2021
As I shared in my last communication, as guidance and conditions with COVID change, Monroe Local Schools will adjust. The first day of school is right around the corner, and we have updated some of ou...
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Join the Monroe Transportation Team
The Monroe Local Schools Transportation team is now hiring.
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Message From The Superintendent On Covid Protocol
We are so excited to welcome all of our Hornets back to school for a safe and hopefully more “normal” 2021-2022 school year.
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Emergency Broadband Benefit Available
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Frequently Asked Transportation Questions
Check out the answers to some frequently asked transportation questions.
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Summer Learning Resource Site
Find engaging resources and websites to keep your students learning over the summer!
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Virtual Learning Option Enrollment for 2021-22
Enrollment is now open for the 2021/2022 school year for the Virtual Learning Option. Enrollment will remain open until July 30, 2021.
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ATTENTION PARENTS of INCOMING 7TH GRADERS
Immunizations needed prior to entering 7th grade.
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ATTENTION PARENTS of INCOMING 12TH GRADERS
Immunizations needed prior to entering 12th grade.
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Monroe Board Approves New Superintendent
On April 27, 2021, the Monroe Local School District Board of Education approved a three-year contract with J. Robert Buskirk to become the next superintendent of Monroe Local Schools. Buskirk is repla...
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Notice for Use of IDEA Funds
Public Meeting: Monday, May 24, 2021 at 5:30 p.m.
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What's The Buzz - April 2021
What's The Buzz? The latest news in Hornet Country...
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MLSD Learning Recovery & Extended Learning Plan
On February 9, 2021, Governor DeWine asked schools and districts to work with their communities and educational stakeholders to help students continue to advance academically and to make up for any le...
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Email Delivery Issues
Monroe School District is currently having issues sending out building and district email communications via our OneView parent portal.
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Calamity Day Update
As of February 19, 2021, Monroe Local School District has used three of five allotted calamity days. If inclement weather prevents Monroe from being in school, the district will use the two remaining ...
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February Enews - What's the Buzz?
Click on the link in the story for the latest district news in our monthly electronic newsletter "What's The Buzz?"
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Thrive in Hive February 2021
January edition of Thrive in the Hive.
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Remote Learning Days-2/5 & 2/26
Beginning February 1, 2021, Ohio will begin vaccination of K-12 school staff with the first shot of the COVID-19 vaccination. The state is coordinating this effort locally through the Butler County Ed...
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Driving Safety Reminders from Monroe’s SROs
Monroe's SROs are asking drivers to be cautious at Yankee Road and Hornet Drive.
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MLS 2021-22 VLA Interest Level Survey
As we begin to plan for next school year, we invite all Monroe Local Schools parents/guardians to take a few minutes to complete the following survey to help us plan our learning options.
We are consid...
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Governor Issues New Quarantine Guidelines
There have been some important updates concerning COVID-19 protocols and policies. On December 30, Governor DeWine shared new quarantine guidelines for K-12 schools. These updated guidelines impact st...
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Governor Issues New Quarantine Guidelines
There have been some important updates concerning COVID-19 protocols and policies. On December 30, Governor DeWine shared new quarantine guidelines for K-12 schools. These updated guidelines impact st...
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January What's The Buzz?
Click on the link in the story for the latest district news in our month electronic newsletter What's The Buzz?
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2020-2021 Monroe Local School District Strategic Plan
Monroe Local School District's three-year strategic plan is our roadmap for student success.
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IT'S HERE!!
MONROE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL WINTER BAND AND CHOIR CONCERT!!
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Thrive in the Hive - December 2020
Thrive in the Hive is a monthly mental health newsletter produced by Access Counseling Services.
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Parent Notification System Down
Monroe Local School District's parent communication portal has been down since yesterday. As of Tuesday, December 1, we have not been able to send our daily COVID-19 notifications. Once the system is ...
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Introducing Monroe's New eNewsletter
Check out our new district electronic newsletter - What's the Buzz?
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All Monroe Students Receive Free Meals Through USDA Program
Through a USDA program, Monroe students can receive free meals this fall. All Monroe students are now eligible for free lunches and free breakfasts through December 31, 2020. Students who are attendin...
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Place of Safety
Dear Parents/Guardians:
The following are Ohio State procedures designed to make transporting your children as safe as possible. (ORC 3301-83-08)
- Students shall arrive at “driver designated place...
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Monroe to Return to Full-Day Learning
Monroe Schools District will return to five day learning for students on Tuesday, October 20.
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Bus Tracker App Inaccurate Oct 12-15
Due to re-routing for the second quarter, the Bus Tracker app will not reflect accurate trip and stop time information from Oct. 12 through the afternoon of Oct. 15.
Please contact the transportation...
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What is My Bus Time?
Find your bus time online and using the Bus Tracker App
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Second Quarter Transportation Changes
Transportation changes for the 2nd quarter of 2020 must be completed on the transportation form in OneView by 10/8/2020.
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Parent Survey on Hybrid Model
Monroe Local School District would like parent/guardian feedback on your experience with the Hybrid model. In October, we will be sending a similar survey to our Virtual Learning Academy parents.
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Hybrid Model to Start 2020-2021 School Year
Monroe Local School District will start the new school year with the Hybrid Model beginning on Monday, August 24 through Friday, October 16 for students in grades K-12.
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Safer School Help Line
A safety resource is available to Ohio Schools that could prevent and alert local law enforcement to a school safety crisis. This resource – an anonymous tip line service – is available free of charge...
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Visitor Management System
In October 2019, Monroe Local Schools deployed a digital visitor management process in all our schools to strengthen the district’s program of campus safety for students and faculty. This system was ...
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Multifunction Copiers Request for Proposal
The Monroe Local School District is seeking Proposals for Multifunction Copier services.
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Board Office Summer Hours
The Board of Education Office is open normal hours 8a-4p during the summer by appointment.
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Kindergarten Registration Portal
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION is now available. Please register your student as soon as possible. Please remember that a student must be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2020, to enroll in kindergarte...
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IMPORTANT IMMUNIZATION NEWS FOR PARENTS OF 7th GRADERS
IMPORTANT IMMUNIZATION NEWS FOR PARENTS OF 7TH GRADERS
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IMPORTANT IMMUNIZATION NEWS FOR PARENTS OF 12TH GRADERS
IMPORTANT IMMUNIZATION NEWS FOR PARENTS OF 12TH GRADERS
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Census 2020
Help Monroe Local School District by completing the Census.
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Remote Learning Feedback
Monroe Local School District has transitioned to remote learning in response to the Governor's orders closing school buildings in Ohio. We are asking for input on how remote learning is going for your...
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DAR Regional Contest Winner
Congratulations to Ellie O! Her winning Ohio Daughters of the American Revolution essay has also WON at the regional level, placing her FIRST in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
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Coronavirus Update #4
Below is a link to a district communication that was released today regarding remote learning from Superintendent, Kathy Demers
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Board of Education Meeting March 30, 2020
Monroe Local School District Board of Education’s regularly scheduled meeting on March 30, 2020 will be held remotely.
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Student Resources To Use During Shutdown
Several resources for students to use at home during the COVID-19 shutdown are included here! Resources include: self-care tools, mental health support information, career and college exploration tool...
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SWOADA Athletic Director of the Year
Athletic Director, Eric Silverman, who has been recognized as the SWOADA Athletic Director of the Year!
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Food Service Continuation
Breakfast and Lunch Distribution will happen on Tuesday and Friday during the governor-mandated shutdown of schools in Ohio. Despite the "stay at home" order from the governor, we are permitted and wi...
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Parent Communication Update #3 - Remote Learning
Below is a link to a district communication that was released today regarding remote learning from Superintendent, Kathy Demers.
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Shared Harvest Food Drive Thru
Shared Harvest will be having a food drive thru at 2 different sites on Thursday, March 19th.
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Resources for Families
Here are some resources that could help families in the coming weeks.
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Spring Break Food Pickup March 17
Our Butler County Success Coordinator and Hands 2 Hope have partnered to make a supply of food available to Monroe Families. Pick up will be on March 17th from 11am until noon.
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Coronavirus Update #2
Please see the attached memo from Superintendent Demers for the coronavirus update from today, March 12, 2020.
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Coronavirus Update #1
Below is a link to a district communication that was sent home with students today from Superintendent, Kathy Demers.
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Activities Fair
Please join us for the first activities fair next Wednesday, March 4th. You can stop in anytime between 6:00-8:00 P.M. at the High School Gym.
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Legal Notice - ODE
Legal Notice - Ohio Department of Education
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Monroe Activities Fair
Looking for organizations that would like to participate in the Monroe Activities Fair! Sign Up NOW!
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CCP Information Sessions
Monroe High School will be holding TWO College Credit Plus (CCP) Information Sessions in January. Any student who plans on participating in CCP during the 2020-21 school year, needs to attend one of t...