April 17, 2026
In partnership with our parish community, St. Barnabas School strives to deliver a first-class Catholic education that combines rigorous academics with spiritual development, guiding students on the path of Christ to become knowledgeable, moral, and compassionate servant leaders.
The 8th-grade Roots & Wings students are hosting a candy sale to raise funds for a clean water project at a school in South Sudan, East Africa. To support this project, 8th-grade students are going to be selling your favorite candies from Monday, April 20, through Friday, April 24 from 7:40 until 8:00 a.m. each morning in the breezeway. Candy prices will range from $1.00 to $4.00.
Sales will also be going on Sunday, April 19, following 10:30 mass. If you are interested in helping provide clean water to the people of St. Kizito Kayabwe Primary School, make sure to stop by the candy sale! You can also donate to the cause by pledging your support here.
We thank you in advance for your support of this service-learning project.
Our Technology Committee Meeting is to take place on April 28th at 7:00 PM. If you would like to join, please reach out to Mr. Seislove for details.
St. Barnabas Summer Camp Registration is Now Open!
Join us for a summer full of fun, friends, and unforgettable memories!
📅 Dates: Tuesday, June 2 – Friday, July 31 (closed July 3)
⏰ Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
🌟 Spots are limited, so register early!
Don’t miss out on the best summer ever at St. Barnabas! Register Here.
The St. Barnabas Annual Golf Outing is a parishioner-run event celebrating its 29th year. Proceeds support the parish community, including the school, rectory, and local outreach programs, continuing our commitment to Catholic education.
Save the date! Saturday, August 1, 2026. View Flyer.
NEW location: Windmill Golf Club, Ravenna
Registration details coming soon. We look forward to another successful outing.
Laura Walter - After 10 years at St. Barnabas, Mrs. Walter is stepping away from her role as STEM Teacher here at St. Barnabas. She has been an integral part of building and strengthening our STEM program, and her impact will be felt for years to come. Through her dedication, creativity, and passion for inspiring students, she helped create a learning environment where curiosity, innovation, and problem-solving could truly thrive. Mrs. Walter's commitment to our students and her vision for STEM education have played a vital role in shaping the program into what it is today. While we will greatly miss her presence, we are deeply grateful for all she has contributed to our school community and wish her the very best in this next chapter.
Mrs. DiPronio - After 11 years of dedicated service at St. Barnabas School, Mrs. DiPronio will be moving on to her next chapter. She has been an exceptional member of our 3rd-grade team, known for her deep knowledge, expertise, and commitment to academic excellence. She brought thoughtfulness, experience, and a true passion for education to everything she does, leaving a lasting impact on both her students and colleagues. While we will miss her presence in our classrooms, we are so happy for her as she begins this new chapter, spending more time with her grandchildren.
Mrs. Travaglianti - For 14 years, Mrs. Travaglianti has been a cornerstone of our 1st-grade program, helping shape the earliest and most important steps of our students’ academic journey. Her dedication to building strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and confidence has left a lasting mark on countless young learners. We are deeply grateful for the years she has shared with our school community and wish her all the best in this next chapter.
Mrs. Arnold - Mrs. Arnold has been a valued member of our 4th-grade team for 6 years, and we are grateful for the time, energy, and dedication she has shared with our students. Mrs. Arnold is moving into a part-time academic support role next year at St. Barnabas School. While she will not be serving as a full-time homeroom teacher, we are grateful that she will continue to be part of our school community in this new capacity. We look forward to the ways she will continue to support our students and staff.
Miss Piazza - Miss Piazza will be stepping into the open 3rd-grade teaching position for the upcoming school year. She expressed a strong interest in the opportunity, and we are excited to see her take on this new role. Miss Piazza brings a genuine commitment to growth, both in refining her own teaching practice and in the way she supports and challenges her students in the classroom. What makes this transition especially meaningful is that 3rd grade is where she completed her student teaching. It’s a full-circle moment, and she is both excited and grateful for the opportunity to return to this grade level in a new capacity.
Mrs. Schweninger will be moving back to Kindergarten next year. After a successful year, she shared her desire to return to the classroom and invest more directly in the day-to-day work of teaching, supporting, and forming students. Her heart for young learners, her experience, and her love for the classroom make this a meaningful transition. With Mrs. Arnold stepping into the part-time Academic Support role and Miss Piazza moving into the 3rd-grade teaching position, the opportunity opened for Mrs. Schweninger to return to a place where her gifts can shine in a different but equally important way. We are excited for Mrs. Schweninger as she returns to Kindergarten and for the impact she will continue to have on our students and school community.
New Hires:
If you or someone you know would be a great fit for one of these roles, we would love to hear from you! Please encourage them to send a resume and cover letter to bseislove@barnabasohio.org.
Art Club: Art Club Grade 6-8 will be meeting on Monday, April 27, and May 11.
Art Club Grades 3-5 will be meeting on Wednesday, April 22, and May 6.
Looking forward to another great semester!
Dress Down Days: If your student has a dress-down day on a scheduled PE day, please ensure they wear athletic shoes.
Athletic Shoes: For your child's safety, please have them wear athletic shoes to PE. Thank you!
JH Service Hours Opportunities
2025-2026 Extended Day Registration
Cub Pack 575: Open to all kids in K–5th grade
Mass Reminders:
If you plan to sit with your child at Friday Mass, we ask that they remain with you until the conclusion of both the St. Michael Prayer and the St. Thérèse Novena. After these prayers, students should be walked directly to their teacher. For First Friday Buddy Masses (the first Friday of every month), we ask that all students sit with their assigned buddy during the liturgy. Students should wear their "Joyful in Spirit, United in Faith" shirts.
Homework Requests for Absences
Requests for homework should be made when reporting an absence, or no later than 9:00 a.m. on the day your child is absent. Work will be ready for pickup after 2:00 p.m., if not being sent home with a sibling. Please make this request to both your child’s teacher and the school office at office@barnabasohio.org so we can ensure everything is prepared.
✔️Check out the PTU Post for more info on upcoming events!
🏖️Can you help out on 5/24 for field day? Sign-ups coming soon! 🌞
It's time for our annual Mother-Son bowling 🎳event on 5/1/26 at Northwood Bowling Lanes. Doors will open at 5:30, and we will bowl from 6p-8p.
PTU will cover the costs of shoe rental, bowling lanes, and provide light snacks. The bowling alley will have full service available.
Please sign up so we can accurately plan! ▶️ RSVP NOW
Dads--We need some help with this event! Can you volunteer for a bit? Sign up here!
Beverly Tabacco devoted her life to education and served as the principal at St. Barnabas for 14 years. In remembrance of her outstanding contributions to Catholic education, the PTU annually honors a current teacher who embodies Mrs. Tabacco's passion💙, spirit 😇, and dedication 💪.
Who would you like to nominate this year? We have MANY deserving teachers! Please take a few moments to complete this form. Nominations will close 4/26/25 at 5p.m..
Every year the PTU hosts Career Day for our JH students! We invite many different professionals to come to school to help the students learn more about the work they do. Ashley Tippie has graciously organized this for many years, and we will need a replacement next year. We would love to have you come shadow her on 4/20/26 to learn the role for 2027!
Please contact Ashley Tippie amtippie@yahoo.com or for more information.
Springtime is here, which means April Showers! Get your St. Barnabas Blazer Umbrella!
Keep dry with a Blazer Umbrella for just $35.
The cost will be conveniently charged to your FACTS account, so getting yours is easy. Don’t miss out, grab yours today, and cheer on our teams come rain or shine!
Make sure to check out the Community Board to learn more about local happenings such as events, businesses, camps, or fundraisers. We want to support our St. Barnabas families businesses and events and this is a new way to "Stay in the Know!"
4/15 - Angel Scholarship Application Due & Contribution Deadline
4/20 - JH Career Day
4/21 - 2nd Grade Retreat Day
4/23 - Wax Museum
4/23 - JH Damascus Rewind at 6:30 PM in the Church
4/28 - MAP Reading Test
4/28 - Technology Committee Meeting at 7:00 PM
4/30 - MAP Math Test
4/30 - High School Placement Test, 3:00-6:00 PM, Bedell Commons
5/1 - 5th and 8th MAP Science Test
5/1 - Kindergarten /New Student Signing Day
5/1 - Mother Son Bowling Event
5/8 - Young Christian Award, Faculty Farewell and Years of Service Mass
5/6 - Variety Show at 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM (Parish Center)
5/9 - First Communion Mass - 10:00 AM at Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
5/11 - Band Concert 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM (Parish Center)
5/12 - 4th Grade Field Trip - State House and COSI Visit
5/12 - 7th Grade Field Trip - Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village (Michigan)
5/13 - 2nd Grade Field Trip - Westside Market and Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
5/13 - 3rd Grade STEM Day at Progressive Field
5/14 - 1st Grade Field Trip - North Chagrin Nature Center
5/15 - First Communion All School Mass (St. Barnabas)
5/15 - 8th Grade Picnic
5/18 - May Crowning - 9:30 AM - Church; 8th Grade Breakfast - 10:15 - Parish Center; 8th Grade Awards - 11:00 - Church
5/18 - Last Day Preschool 4's - 8:00 AM
5/19 - 5/21 - 8th Grade Philly Field Trip
5/21 - Pre-K Field Trip - Pure Passions Farm in Kent
5/22 - Last Day of Pre-K
5/22 - Field Day & Hot Dog Lunch (Ignite Waterfight)
5/25 - Memorial Day - No School
5/26 - Last Day of School for 8th Grade: 8:30 Farewell Mass, 10:00 AM Clapout; 5:00 PM Graduation
5/27 - Kindergarten Graduation 10:00 AM in the Church
5/28 - Last Day of School for 1st - 7th Grades, 10:00 AM Farewell Mass and early release at 11:00 AM
