Frequently Asked Questions

Arrival - Car drop-off takes place in the back of the building from 8:10 to 8:25. At 8:25 the doors are locked so staff can get to their first class. After 8:25, please drop off your child at the front main doors. Students are expected to be in their homerooms by 8:30.

Dismissal - We start dismissing at 2:50. Car pick-up is in the back of the building. Buses only are permitted in the front loop at dismissal.

Late Arrival/Early Dismissal - Parents do not have to sing in tardy students in grades 3 through 8. Persons taking students out early will need to come into the building via the front door with a valid driver's license to sign them out. If it is not the parent or guardian signing them out, the office would have to have received a written note from the parent or guardian before releasing the student whether the person is on the emergency form or not. Also, early releases should be called into the office, not the attendance line.

Dismissal Changes - The office needs to be notified of dismissal changes (switch from car to bus or vice versa) before 2:00 pm by calling the office at (440) 942-1525.

Attendance

Due to House Bill 410, it is important for every student in Ohio to attend school every day. Missing too much school has long-term effects on students, such as lower achievement and graduation rates. It is extremely important to always call our attendance line to let us know when they will be late or out. Providing a doctor's note when applicable is helpful as well. When students hit certain benchmarks of hours of school missed, you will receive a letter notifying you of this. Certain benchmarks require meetings and/or intervention plans to take place. The highest of benchmarks could requirer further actions and local resources to be involved.

Cell Phones & Smart Watches

It is extremely important to us that we maintain positive learning environments that allow students to remain focused on their academics. Each student at SOI has a Chromebook and can do all of their learning activities with their Chromebook. Cell phones are not needed for academics unless a teacher were to allow their use in class as a supplemental learning tool.

Because of possible distractions being caused by the presence of cell phones, unless there is an emergency situation, students are not to have their cell phones visible in class, during transition times, or at lunch, recess, or advisory. If a student is observed with their phone by a staff member, the phone will be held by the staff member until the end of the day, at which time the students will be able to retrieve the phone to take home. If this occurs with a student three times, the phone will be held and it will be necessary for a parent to come and pick it up. The phone will not be released to the student.

Smart Watches may be worn, but if the student is observed using them as a phone, for entertainment, or as an informational device, the same above consequence will result.

Chromebooks

All student Chromebooks must be in their cases. No exceptions. Chromebooks should come to school each day with a full charge.

During the School Day

Technology (cell phones & headphones) must be stored away in your locker or book bags at ALL TIMES.
Follow the class change procedures and arrive on time!
Keep your hands to yourself.
Clear water bottles containing only water may be used.
Show respect to all members of our school community.

Fun Run

The SOI PTO hosts the Fun Run, an annual fall fundraiser that raises funds to continue supporting our students and teachers with resources and experiences that promote innovation, such as STEM, critical thinking, engagement, and more!

2024 FUN RUN DATE -TBD

Please get in touch with PTO President Melissa Solema to help this year.

Important Dates 2024 - 2025 School Year

Please check the following areas: 7th grade home page, daily agenda, or SOI End of Week email by Mr. Bonick

Lockers

Students will be able to utilize lockers to begin the school year. Students will not be permitted to carry backpacks with them at this time.

Meals

Middle School Athletics

Seventh and eighth-grade sports are done through the student's home middle school. Please visit the links below for sports offered, schedules, and other information.

Eastlake Middle School

Willoughby Middle School

Willowick Middle School

PBIS Expectations

Safety Ownership Positive Influence

For the 21-22 school year, SOI received an Ohio Bronze Recognition Award for implementing positive interventions and supports for students. We look forward to continuing to best support our students in the new school year as we move to a Silver designation!

Students earn KUDOS CARD STAMPS for exhibiting positive behavior with Safety, Ownership, and Integrity.

PowerSchool

Student current grades, class schedules and transportation information is in PowerSchool. You can download the PowerSchool app. You may also log in on a desktop or laptop by viewing the Student Portal webpage. Logging in on a desktop or laptop allows you to view transportation information or comments made on assignments by teachers. Teacher comments are provided for retake information or explanation of an assignment. Many comments do not show on a phone with the app.

Contact the main office if you need access to your parent login information.

PTO

Please support our school by becoming a member, attending meetings, and volunteering at various student events. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit the PTO Website at www.wesohipto.org.

2023 PTO Board Members are:

Melissa Somela - President

Christine Smerdel - Vice President

Adam Burnworth - Vice President

Matthew Ballard - Treasurer

Kim Sterk - Recording Secretary

Seventh Grade Immunizations

All students in 7th grade must have the Tdap and Meningococcal (MCV4) immunizations before school begins August 18. You may drop off this documentation at our main office on weekdays from 9:00-3:00, email it to our school nurse, or fax it to our main office at (440) 347-0273. Students who do not provide documentation of this booster may be subject to exclusion from school. Parents and guardians must present proof that your child has had this immunization.

You may email Ms. Kuhlman, our school nurse, at Megan.Kuhlman@WESchools.org or call the school office at (440) 942-1525 with any questions.

Swap Shop

Donate to the SOI SWAP SHOP! Bring in uniform items (in good-great shape) during the week of August 1st or 8th from 9 am-3 pm or on Meet the Teacher Night to swap items that your child can now wear.

Don't have a donation? Grab something your child will wear ANYHOW! Donate later. Great clothes that need a home are waiting. You can also email orders to Swapshp@wesohiopto.org throughout the school year.

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