Great Job 5th grade band!
Thanks Mr. Maxey for getting them ready for the winter concert! 🙌❤️🦁
WOOHOO MES staff...
Miss Patty and Miss Jordan!!!
Thanks for all you do for MES kiddos.
We appreciate you! 🙌❤️🤗
Minerva Local is seeking applicants for the position of vocal music teacher! This role is primarily located at Minerva High School, but also serves eighth grade at Minerva Middle School.
Go to mlsd.sparcc.org and click on "Employment" in the top right corner to learn more about the position and apply today!
#MinervaPride
🍎 Let’s Celebrate Our Incredible Teachers!
Do you know an educator who goes above and beyond to make learning special? Now is your chance to shine a light on their hard work!
The Minerva Local Education Association is officially accepting nominations for the 2026 Golden Apple Award. We are looking to honor current MLEA members who truly make a difference in our schools!
📝 How to Nominate
It only takes a moment to make a teacher's day! Please submit your nomination using the form below before the deadline on April 12, 2026:
👉 Nominate a Teacher Here:
https://forms.gle/fh94b1rGyswzYJaAA
Let’s show our appreciation for the amazing educators who support our students every day. Go Lions!
#MinervaPride
Do you know an educator who goes above and beyond to make learning special? Now is your chance to shine a light on their hard work!
The Minerva Local Education Association is officially accepting nominations for the 2026 Golden Apple Award. We are looking to honor current MLEA members who truly make a difference in our schools!
📝 How to Nominate
It only takes a moment to make a teacher's day! Please submit your nomination using the form below before the deadline on April 12, 2026:
👉 Nominate a Teacher Here:
https://forms.gle/fh94b1rGyswzYJaAA
Let’s show our appreciation for the amazing educators who support our students every day. Go Lions!
#MinervaPride
🏫 MES Kindergarten Registration!
It’s time to get ready for the 2026-2027 school year at Minerva Elementary! If your child will be 5 years old before August 19th, we can’t wait to meet you.
Registration Details:
Registration is by appointment only. Please plan to have your child with you, as they are required to attend the appointment.
April 7th: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
April 8th: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
How to Sign Up
Visit: https://www.myconferencetime.com/minervaes/
Select "Kindergarten Registration" from the list.
Choose your preferred time slot and enter your information.
What to Bring
To make your appointment smooth, please have the following documents ready:
Birth Certificate
Shot Records
Custody Paperwork (if applicable)
Two Proofs of Residency (e.g., Driver’s License, current utility bill, rental agreement, or bank statement)
Questions? Please reach out to the Elementary office at 330-868-4011
Go Lions!
It’s time to get ready for the 2026-2027 school year at Minerva Elementary! If your child will be 5 years old before August 19th, we can’t wait to meet you.
Registration Details:
Registration is by appointment only. Please plan to have your child with you, as they are required to attend the appointment.
April 7th: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
April 8th: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
How to Sign Up
Visit: https://www.myconferencetime.com/minervaes/
Select "Kindergarten Registration" from the list.
Choose your preferred time slot and enter your information.
What to Bring
To make your appointment smooth, please have the following documents ready:
Birth Certificate
Shot Records
Custody Paperwork (if applicable)
Two Proofs of Residency (e.g., Driver’s License, current utility bill, rental agreement, or bank statement)
Questions? Please reach out to the Elementary office at 330-868-4011
Go Lions!
Minerva Sparkle Team Competes this Saturday! ✨
They will be performing at the Springfield Spiriti “Spark”-tacular Showcase. Doors open for spectators at 12:00 PM, and our Minerva team takes the floor at 1:21 PM!
Go Lions!
They will be performing at the Springfield Spiriti “Spark”-tacular Showcase. Doors open for spectators at 12:00 PM, and our Minerva team takes the floor at 1:21 PM!
Go Lions!
🏫 Preschool Open House & Early Registration 🏫
The Stark County Educational Service Center and Minerva Local School are excited to host a Preschool Open House! If you are looking for a preschool program for the 2026-27 school year, come learn about the Stark County Preschool Program located at Minerva Elementary School.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Important Information
Eligibility: To be eligible, your child must be 4 years old by August 19, 2026.
Tuition: Tuition is calculated based on a sliding-fee scale.
Space is Limited: Please be aware that space is limited for this upcoming school year.
How to Register
We are holding early registration on March 26th. To get all the details or to prepare for the event, please contact us via phone or email:
📞 Phone: 330-868-6601
📧 Email: sean.murphy@apps.sparcc.org
The Stark County Educational Service Center and Minerva Local School are excited to host a Preschool Open House! If you are looking for a preschool program for the 2026-27 school year, come learn about the Stark County Preschool Program located at Minerva Elementary School.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Important Information
Eligibility: To be eligible, your child must be 4 years old by August 19, 2026.
Tuition: Tuition is calculated based on a sliding-fee scale.
Space is Limited: Please be aware that space is limited for this upcoming school year.
How to Register
We are holding early registration on March 26th. To get all the details or to prepare for the event, please contact us via phone or email:
📞 Phone: 330-868-6601
📧 Email: sean.murphy@apps.sparcc.org
Minerva Local Schools Celebrates Board of Education During "Scaling New Heights" Recognition
MINERVA, OH — At the February 23rd Minerva Local Board of Education meeting, the district honored the Minerva Local School Board Members. As part of the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) Board Appreciation Month, the district celebrated the theme "Scaling New Heights."
The theme connected well with the Minerva community, reflecting the Board’s commitment to supporting students as they climb from their first days in preschool to the pinnacle of graduation.
A Focus on the Whole Child
The Minerva Local Board of Education was thanked for the support of a well-rounded educational experience. Their leadership ensures that Minerva students have access to:
Academic Excellence
The Arts & Athletics
Extracurriculars
The Whole Child Framework
School Safety
Student-Led Gratitude
The highlight of the evening featured Minerva Elementary second-grade students demonstrating creativity.
Board members were presented with oversized, handmade thank-you cards and original artwork and produced a touching "Scaling New Heights" video tribute, which was played for the board and attendees.
"We are very fortunate to have such a well-rounded, hard-working, and dedicated school board for Minerva Local Schools," said Superintendent Mark Scott. "They are always student-centered in every decision they make. We appreciate their dedication to our students and our community."
Following the formal recognition and the conclusion of district business, Board members and community visitors enjoyed a reception featuring fresh fruit and cookies.
Through their vision and dedication, the Minerva Local Board of Education continues to ensure that every student is equipped to reach their own "new heights."
MINERVA, OH — At the February 23rd Minerva Local Board of Education meeting, the district honored the Minerva Local School Board Members. As part of the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) Board Appreciation Month, the district celebrated the theme "Scaling New Heights."
The theme connected well with the Minerva community, reflecting the Board’s commitment to supporting students as they climb from their first days in preschool to the pinnacle of graduation.
A Focus on the Whole Child
The Minerva Local Board of Education was thanked for the support of a well-rounded educational experience. Their leadership ensures that Minerva students have access to:
Academic Excellence
The Arts & Athletics
Extracurriculars
The Whole Child Framework
School Safety
Student-Led Gratitude
The highlight of the evening featured Minerva Elementary second-grade students demonstrating creativity.
Board members were presented with oversized, handmade thank-you cards and original artwork and produced a touching "Scaling New Heights" video tribute, which was played for the board and attendees.
"We are very fortunate to have such a well-rounded, hard-working, and dedicated school board for Minerva Local Schools," said Superintendent Mark Scott. "They are always student-centered in every decision they make. We appreciate their dedication to our students and our community."
Following the formal recognition and the conclusion of district business, Board members and community visitors enjoyed a reception featuring fresh fruit and cookies.
Through their vision and dedication, the Minerva Local Board of Education continues to ensure that every student is equipped to reach their own "new heights."
💯 100 Days Smarter at Minerva Elementary! 🦁
What a fun and memorable day at Minerva Elementary School as we celebrated the 100th day of learning in First Grade!
Students participated in a variety of exciting activities centered around the number 100 — counting 100 items, creative art projects, singing songs, and reading stories all themed around “100.” It was a fantastic way to celebrate how much our students have learned and grown this year!
The highlight of the day? Students and staff dressed up as if they were 100 years old! 👵👴 The gray hair, glasses, suspenders, and canes made for lots of laughs and great memories.
We are so proud of our young learners and the dedication of our amazing staff. Here’s to the next 100 days of learning and fun!
#MinervaPride
Minerva Local Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Friday, January 30th. ❄️
We really hoped to get back to school tomorrow, but after spending considerable time checking the rural roads and monitoring incoming temperatures, we are going to choose to close for student safety.
RG Drage is also closed tomorrow.
Stay warm and Go Lions! 🦁
We really hoped to get back to school tomorrow, but after spending considerable time checking the rural roads and monitoring incoming temperatures, we are going to choose to close for student safety.
RG Drage is also closed tomorrow.
Stay warm and Go Lions! 🦁
❄️ SNOW DAY ALERT: Thursday, January 29th ❄️ Minerva Local Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Thursday, January 29th. While our amazing area road crews and school maintenance teams have been working hard, we are still facing some challenges with: Narrow roads and snow drifts Difficult turnarounds Difficult conditions at bus stops Additionally, a Cold Weather Advisory remains in place tonight through tomorrow morning, with wind chills expected to be below -10. Please note the following cancellations: All Minerva Local and EBC extracurricular events and games are canceled for tonight and tomorrow. R.G. Drage Career Center is also CLOSED tomorrow. Everyone, stay warm and Go Lions! 🦁
❄️ School Closure Alert! 🚨
Minerva Local Schools will be closed on Wednesday, January 28th due to continued winter weather and frigid temperatures.
Stay Warm and Go Lions! 🦁
❄️ Minerva Local Schools – Closed Tuesday, January 27 ❄️
Minerva Local Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, due to the extreme cold weather warning and the impact of the winter snowstorm.
• All elementary and middle school events scheduled for tomorrow are cancelled or postponed.
• Decisions regarding MHS events will be made tomorrow morning.
Please stay safe and warm!
🦁 Go Lions!
❄️ School Closure Alert 🚨 Minerva Local Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, due to the winter snowstorm. All Minerva Local School campuses will be closed. All practices, games, events, and meetings are canceled or postponed. 📌 Minerva High School Open House has been rescheduled to: Monday, February 2 | 3:00–6:00 PM Everyone stay safe, and Go Lions! 🦁
❄️ Minerva Local Schools Closed ❄️
Minerva Local Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 20th, due to the Cold Weather Advisory.
Everyone stay warm and safe — Go Lions! 🦁
A great day of professional learning at Minerva Elementary! 📚 Focused on the Science of Reading and Benchmark Training, with an emphasis on the writing workshop. Go Lions! #MinervaPride
Good morning, Minerva Local families ❄️
Minerva Local Schools will be closed today, Thursday, January 15, due to a snow day. Please stay safe and warm!
Go Lions! 🦁
🦁 It is a Great Day to Be a Minerva Lion!
At the January Minerva Board of Education Organizational Meeting, newly elected board member Roger Herstine, along with incumbents Donald Spinell and Susan Crawford, all elected in November, took the Board of Education Oath of Office.
Mr. Robert Yeagley was appointed Board of Education President, and Mr. Robert Clark was appointed Vice President.
Congratulations to all, and thank you for your service to our community!
Go Lions! 🦁
📅 Mark your calendars, Lions! The Minerva Local Board of Education officially adopted the 2026-2027 School Calendar at last night’s meeting!
Planning ahead for next year? You can now find the full schedule of holidays, breaks, and important dates. 🦁💪
#MinervaPride
Planning ahead for next year? You can now find the full schedule of holidays, breaks, and important dates. 🦁💪
#MinervaPride
🎁 Members of the Minerva Rotary have an annual tradition in honor of the late Rev. Dr. Franklin Trubee of providing gifts to students in our resource rooms across the District. 37 students were excited to enjoy breakfast from our MMS cafeteria staff, music courtesy of our 7th grade band and choir, and a special visitor from the North Pole! Thank you Minerva Rotarians for being incredible community partners!
