COMMUNITY NEWS - MAY 26, 2023

 
Lake Metro Parks
 

Lake Metroparks

 
Lake Metroparks' adapted programming provides high-quality recreational activities designed to meet the needs and interests of individuals with disabilities in specialized environments.  Our programs are intended to develop leisure skills and enhance socialization.  In addition, adapted programming promotes participation in general (inclusive) recreation programs through advocacy and support services.  For more information on the summer programs offered, click here Lake Metroparks Sensory Summer 2023 Programs
 
 
 
Rugby Players

USA Rugby

Attention boys and girls ages 8 to 14...You are invited to a FREE introduction to Rugby Football on Friday, June 2nd, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Jerome T. Osborne Stadium on the Mentor High School campus, 6477 Center Street.  For more information, please click Rookie Rugby
 
 
 
Volunteer Parents

Mentor Schools Volunteers for 2023-2024

Beginning Monday, June 5th, 2023, volunteers can begin to have their background checks completed for the 2023-2024 school year.  Background checks are run at the Mentor Board of Education Administration Building, Door 1, located at 6451 Center Street.  Office hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; no appointment is necessary.  A photo ID is required to run the background check and you will be asked to provide your Social Security number.  Minors must have a consent form signed by a parent or guardian.  Results will be emailed to you at the email address provided on the waiver and may take four to six weeks to receive.  A background check is only good for one school year; volunteers must get an updated background check each school year in which they wish to participate.  Questions concerning volunteer background checks can be directed to 440-974-5204.  

Job Fair

Mentor Schools Job Fair

Please mark your calendars for Saturday, August 5th, 2023 when Mentor Schools will hold a Job Fair from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Paradigm Building, 6465 Center Street (behind Mentor High School).  We are seeking both non-teaching and teaching applicants for substitute positions for the 2023-2024 school year. Substitute teachers are required to hold a four-year degree, not necessarily in the education field.  Information will also be provided on any full-time positions that remain open at that time.  Questions regarding the Job Fair can be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Kathy Burnett, at 440-974-5204.
 
 
 
School Supplies
 

Back to School Bash

The 2023 Back to School Bash is sponsored by the Lake County Department of Job & Family Services and the Lake County Family and Children First Council.  The event is being held Saturday, August 5, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Harvey High School, 200 W Walnut Ave, Painesville and is open to ALL Lake County children.  Lice checks, haircuts, clothing, dental services, vision screenings, sports screenings, immunizations, family photos, books, and community resources will be offered to students at no cost.  Breakfast and lunch will also be provided to families attending the event.  For more information on this event and ways you can help, click on the flyers below:  
 
 

 

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Mentor Schools Transportation Department

Mentor Schools Childcare Provider Form

 
A Childcare Provider form must be completed each school year if you need your student(s) transported to/from a Board approved daycare for your school.  This also includes students needing to attend a private daycare such as with a relative, neighbor, etc.  We will only transport to/from the individual daycare in your school area and it must be the same for every day of the week.  
 
A  list of board-approved daycares and the Childcare Provider form can be accessed by going to our website, www.mentorschools.net.; click on About Our District, Transportation Department, then Childcare Provider Information.  This year the form will be available through Infinite Campus and will not require you to print and send in a form. We hope this will make the process easier for families. The forms will be available the second week of JuneThe deadline to submit a Childcare Provider form in order to assign your student a bus for the first day of school is July 15, 2023.   All forms submitted after this date may take up to 10 business days after the start of school to assign busing.  
 
  
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Mentor Cardinal Youth Football Association

As a member of the Great Lakes Youth Football League, the Mentor Cardinal Youth Football Association's mission is to promote the development of leadership, sportsmanship, character, and athletic ability, while also nurturing youth fitness, volunteerism and a lifelong love of sport. Registration is now open until June 30th.  For more information, click MCYFA

 

 Kids Camp

Camp Kesem

Camp Kesem provides a FREE camp experience to children affected by a parent's cancer diagnosis.  It is run on college campuses across the nation and specifically in the Cleveland area, will be located on the campus of Case Western Reserve University in early August.  For one week, school-age children get to go have fun and just be a kid with activities such as hiking, messy wars, tie-dye, and everything in between!  For more information, click Camp Kesem
 
 
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Mentor Youth Volleyball Camps

Registration is now open for the Mentor Youth Volleyball Camps to be held at Mentor High School on June 12th to 14th, 2023.  There will be one camp for those entering 7th and 8th grade and one camp for those entering Kindergarten through 6th grade.  No volleyball experience is necessary.  Come learn from the Mentor High School Volleyball coaching staff and players!  For questions, please email Coach Weaver at [email protected].  To register, please click Mentor Youth Volleyball Camps

Mentor Marlins

 

Mentor Marlins Swim Team

Registration is now open for the 2023 season!  Join the Mentor Marlins swim team and improve your swimming skills, compete, and have fun!  Practices will begin the first week in June and the season will run through July.  For more information and a link to the website, click here Mentor Marlins 

Girls Basketball Girl Swimmer

Mentor Girls Basketball Summer Camp

Registration for a basketball summer camp for girls entering grades 3 through 8 is now open.  Mentor High School coaching staff and players will be teaching various skills such as shooting, ball handling, and passing skills.  For more information and to sign up, click here Mentor Girls Basketball Summer Camp

 

  

Basketball ManMentor Cardinals Basketball Camps

Registration is now open for the Mentor Cardinals Basketball Camps from June 5th to the 9th for students entering grades 1 through 9.  Each camp will focus on age-appropriate skills such as shooting, ball-handling, footwork, passing, varsity drills, etc.  The registration fee includes a T-shirt, pizza daily, and a pass to all boys home games.  For more information and registration details, click on the flyer appropriate for your child's age group:
 
 
 
 
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Mike Moran Basketball Camps

 

The Mike Moran Basketball Camps are the oldest running basketball camps in northern Ohio, with over 40 years of operation.  It has always been able to boast about having the most experienced staff of coaches.

Basketball Kids

The Moran camp has always stressed the teaching and drilling of fundamentals.  It is truly a camp designed for young players who want to improve their skills and be able to play competitive basketball.  The camp runs all day, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.  This camp is offered two separate weeks:  June 19-23 & June 26-30.  Click Mike Moran Basketball Camp for registration information or visit our website at MORANCAMPS.COM

 

Mentor Schools 23-24 Kindergarten Registration Information

Kindergarten Hands

Mentor Schools Kindergarten registration for the 2023-2024 school year will open on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 for children who will be five years of age on or before September 30, 2023.  Please click 2023-2024 Kindergarten Registration Information  for important registration instructions and details as well as each elementary building's Kindergarten Meet and Greet date in May for those students who are registered by May 1, 2023.