http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Marie reports about schools in and around Middletown, Ohio, and about students, teachers and parents just like you for The Middletown Journal newspaper. She wants your suggestions and questions for more stories. Leave a comment here or e-mail Marie at mrossiter@coxohio.com. You can find her on Twitter: @MarieRossiter. en-us mrossiter@coxohio.com 2010-02-02T10:53:06-05:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2010/02/02/a_lot_of_levy_talk.html There’s been a lot of school levy talk lately. Madison Twp. voters are heading to the polls today, Tuesday, Feb. 2 to decide on a $1.1 million renewal levy. In neighboring, Little Miami schools face a critical vote today on... 16540903@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Madison Local Schools 2010-02-02T10:53:06-05:00 mrossiter@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2010/01/26/h1n1_clinics_return_to_middlet.html Anyone interested in having their child receive the first vaccine, or the 2nd dose, must complete the consent form sent home by the district and return it to their child’s school. If the student will be receiving his/her 2nd dose... 16475503@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2010-01-26T16:18:09-05:00 mrossiter@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2010/01/24/progressbook_training_on_monda.html Middletown City Schools ProgressBook demo for parents and student of Vail, Verity, and MHS training has been rescheduled for Monday, Jan. 25 A Parent/Student Access demonstration training is scheduled for 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. in... 16453703@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2010-01-24T21:59:50-05:00 mrossiter@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2010/01/15/getting_to_know_greg_rasmussen.html Greg Rasmussen’s name has been in the local spotlight since his name was released as one of three finalists for the MCS superintendent vacancy. After a week of candidates jumping ship just before final interviews, Rasmussen stood alone to face... 16355303@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ 2010-01-15T09:36:35-05:00 mrossiter@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2010/01/13/the_blog_is_back_mayfield_elem.html As the new education reporter, I am glad to be able to get the education blog back up and running. Check back for frequent updates on stories and events around the MIddletown area schools. Of course, if you have any... 16331403@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2010-01-13T12:49:54-05:00 mrossiter@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/21/many_students_consent_to_vacci.html A total of 1,850 students have consent for the H1N1 vaccine, said Debbie Alberico, school communication specialist. City Nursing director Jackie Phillips said she could begin this week or early next week giving shots to high-risk students.... 15342603@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ 2009-10-21T16:51:54-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/21/two_cases_of_h1n1_at_private_s.html Two students from Middletown Christian Schools have been diagnosed with H1N1 flu, said spokesman Roger Brandenburg. A high school student and elementary school student this week and last, Brandenburg said. The school is sending information to staff and students on... 15340203@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown Christian School 2009-10-21T15:22:29-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/21/middletown_to_review_superinte.html The Middletown Board of Education has set a special meeting to review applications for superintendent next month. The board will do that in a private session from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. That’s all the info that’s available so far,... 15338803@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2009-10-21T14:43:08-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/21/amanda_elementary_school_celeb.html Amanda Elementary School had a colorful family event Tuesday, Oct. 21. See our photos from it here.... 15334603@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2009-10-21T11:42:07-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/21/middletown_student_play_this_w.html Middletown High School students are using their fall play this weekend to tell the true story of a little boy who celebrated life even as he struggled with two illnesses. “The Yellow Boat” brings the audience into the colorful mind... 15332303@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2009-10-21T10:15:20-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/20/more_middletown_students_eligi.html Students from Verity Middle School are now eligible to apply for a state scholarship to attend private school. Ohio’s EdChoice program provides scholarships to attend participating private schools to students from schools that have been rated in academic watch or... 15309803@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2009-10-20T07:14:59-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/19/meet_the_candidates.html Community members are invited to meet the candidates for local trustee and school boards races Tuesday, Oct. 27. The Madison Lions Club will sponsor a Meet the Candidates Night at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Madison Junior/Senior High School Commons.... 15307703@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Madison Local Schools 2009-10-19T15:00:54-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/16/see_wildwood_students_at_their.html More than 400 people turned out last night for Wildwood Elementary School’s concert to wrap up its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Check out our photos from the event.... 15274403@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2009-10-16T14:40:42-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/16/charter_school_closed_for_abse.html One local charter school closed because of influenza this week, as other local schools also deal with absence rates that are higher than normal for this time of year. Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy was closed Thursday, Oct. 15, and... 15270203@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ 2009-10-16T10:38:18-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/entries/2009/10/14/870_now_consent_to_vaccine.html The number of kids who have consent to take the H1N1 vaccine has gone up to 870, with more consent forms arriving at the school daily, according to Debbie Alberico, the school district’s communication specialist. Consent forms are due Wednesday,... 15244203@http://www.daytondailynews.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/dayton/middletownschoolnews/ Middletown City Schools 2009-10-14T16:45:44-05:00 mmengle@coxohio.com