Dear CHS Community, 

This weekend, we spring forward as Daylight Saving Time begins. Remember to adjust your clocks by an hour, and take this opportunity to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. This is also a good time for spring preparation tasks like replacing your furnace filter, tuning up your air conditioner, or servicing your lawnmower, even as we navigate those final cold days before warmer weather takes hold.

While spring does not officially arrive for two more weeks, we are already seeing signs of the changing season with longer days and occasional warmer temperatures. After a particularly challenging winter with numerous snow days and disruptions, the approaching change of season feels especially welcome. Spring represents renewal and growth, a fitting metaphor as we enter the final stretch of the school year.

Just as nature emerges from its winter dormancy, our students are entering a critical period of academic and personal growth. The third quarter is coming to a close, and the fourth quarter represents an opportunity for students to finish strong, to demonstrate what they have learned, and to reach their full potential. Whether preparing for end-of-year assessments, spring performances, or planning for next year, this is the time to focus on what we want to accomplish before the school year concludes.

I encourage our students to approach these final months with renewed energy and purpose. Let us make the most of the opportunities ahead.

Reaching New Heights Together,

Matt Young
Superintendent

This Sunday morning we spring forward for Daylight Saving Time, losing an hour of sleep but gaining more evening daylight. While this shift seems small, it can disrupt sleep patterns and affect students' focus, mood, and energy levels for several days. With the change happening in just two days, taking immediate steps helps minimize its impact on learning and daily routines. Here are some strategies for adjusting to Daylight Saving Time:

Preschool-5th Grade:

6th-8th Grade:

9th-12th Grade:

For All Students:

Remember, the time change affects everyone differently. Being understanding and making small adjustments now helps the whole family transition more smoothly on Monday morning.

Cuyahoga Heights Schools is proud to recognize the High School Social Studies Department as our Champion Staff. This dedicated team works together to help students understand history, government, and the world around them while building the critical thinking skills needed to become informed and engaged citizens.

Below, each member of the department shares their perspective on the work they do and the impact of Social Studies at Cuyahoga Heights.

Click on the FUN FACT under each photo to learn something interesting about each staff member!

Social Studies Teacher

The Social Studies department strives to help students explore the current state of the world and their place in it as an American. I find that my role is to get kids ready by providing students the necessary skills to help them navigate their future courses and their life after thier time here at Cuayhoga Heights.

Social Studies Teacher

The Social Studies Department works collectively to cover a wide range of topics from Government and Civic Engagement to American and World Histories, along with electives like AP Psychology, Law, AP Seminar, and International Current Events. We take pride in our efforts to encourage students to accept the personal and academic challenge in one of the six different AP classes our department offers. I work hard at supporting student needs while still holding them accountable to the high expectations of the district that helps ensure their academic and personal growth and success. 

Social Studies Teacher

Our team collaborates to offer 13 high school course options, including six AP courses. Required classes such as American History, Government, and Financial Literacy help students graduate as informed, thoughtful citizens. I am especially proud of the exceptional electives we provide. Cuyahoga Heights students can explore their interests through courses like AP Psychology, AP Seminar, and Law. I particularly enjoy seeing students recognize how historical events continue to shape our world today and when they make meaningful connections between what we study in class and the world around them.

We are proud to share this month’s Student Connection feature highlighting one of our very own Cuyahoga Heights High School students, Karissa Tritsarolis. Karissa is enrolled in the Cosmetology program at Cuyahoga Valley Career Center, where she is gaining hands-on experience while exploring her passion for hair and nails.

This article showcases her dedication, creativity, and the many opportunities available to our students through CVCC. We are excited to celebrate her accomplishments and the bright future ahead.

Congratulations to Samantha Vallee, Aden Ewelt and Maurice McClardy who qualified to compete in this Saturday’s OAT&CCC D4 Indoor Track & Field Championships at the SPIRE Institute in Geneva, Ohio. Samantha qualified to run the 60 meter hurdles. Aden qualified in three events: the 60 meter hurdles, the long jump and the pole vault. Maurice qualified in the high jump after breaking his own school record with a 6’6” leap earlier this season. Good luck to all three athletes as they compete against Ohio’s top D4 track & field athletes! Field events begin at 9:00 am, and running events at 1:00 pm. Live results can be viewed on MileSplit on the following link: https://milesplit.live/meets/718842

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Cuyahoga Heights Schools is pleased to invite members of our Senior Citizen Community to a special Musical Matinee on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM in the Paul F. Baumgardner Auditorium.

Guests will enjoy an abbreviated dress rehearsal performance of The Music Man, presented by our talented student performers. Seniors will be treated to complimentary popcorn and candy while experiencing the excitement of opening night preparations.

This special event is proudly hosted by the Cuyahoga Heights Junior Class as a way to celebrate and connect with our senior community.

Seniors who belong to a Senior Club should RSVP through their club. Those who do not belong to a club may contact Tracy Deal at 216-429-5702 or tdeal@cuyhts.org to reserve a seat.

We look forward to welcoming our senior community for an afternoon of music, theater, and Red Wolves spirit.

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There’s trouble in River City! Cuyahoga Heights Drama Club proudly presents Meredith Willson’s The Music Man. Tickets are now on sale for the school musical, The Music Man, which will be performed on March 13, 14, and 15, 2026. All tickets will be sold online. Please follow the instructions below to purchase your tickets.

Want to advertise your business in the Cuyahoga Heights Schools Spring Musical Program? Or are you a parent who wants to give a shout out to your student performer? Purchase an ad today to show your support.

Click the link below to purchase your ad. A black and white camera ready advertisement should be sized to fit the appropriate dimensions. PDF files should be e-mailed to gbrown@cuyhts.org.

Deadline to be included in The Music Man program is March 6, 2026.

Thank you for your help and support of our talented drama-loving students!

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2026 Parks & Rec Employment-Seasonal Positions Flyer

It's that time of year again! Are you in need of a job this summer?  Applications are now open for the 2026 season for the Parks & Recreation department at the Village of Cuyahoga Heights. We work around school schedules, sports, for all our seasonal staff. We can offer different positions for the summer and the school year at Toscana. All our open positions are available to see on our website under Village Employment, for seasonal and part-time roles.  https://www.cuyahogaheights.gov/employment/

The DEADLINE to apply is Sunday,  March 15.

LINK to APPLY:https://forms.gle/pNQtxqCrsR8U3yL7A

Please use the link above to apply, the same link can be found on our Village Employment page and under online services.

Remember, if you apply to be a lifeguard you must have your lifeguard certification by the start of the season. We will be offering a lifeguard certification class the first week the outdoor pool is open for any new guards through RED CROSS. Please reach out directly to me if you want more information on the upcoming lifeguard certification class. If you are a returning guard, please make sure your certification will be valid through the entire 2026 season!  

Please let me know if you have any questions. We hope to see you this year!

-Becca Wheaton, Parks & Recreation Director, Village of Cuyahoga Heights

4820 East 71st Street | Cuyahoga Heights, OH 44125 | 216-429-5700 | www.cuyhts.org