🦁 WELCOME BACK, LIONS!

The start of a new school year is almost here, and we are excited to welcome our students and families back!

Our Welcome Back Newsletter is now available and includes important information to help you get ready for the upcoming school year, including back-to-school information, and more.

🔗 Check out the Welcome Back Newsletter here:
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Introducing one of our returning staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Roseanna Roach, who will be driving a big yellow bus for us this year!

Read on to learn a bit about Roseanna:

Name: Roseanna Roach

Position: Bus Driver

Previous Experience: Rosie has been training with us since late last year and passed her test in early summer. Prior to training with us, she worked in retail.

Hobbies: Spending time with family, fishing, camping

Favorite School Memory: The bus driver is the first and last District employee that many students see each day, she remembers having the nicest bus driver.

Most Looking Forward To This Year: Roseanna is looking forward to many fun and safe bus trips this year.

Please give Roseanna a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our returning staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Nadia Browning, who will be returning this year after spending half of the 25-26 school year with us as an intervention specialist at MHS!

Read on to learn a bit about Nadia:

Name: Nadia Browning

Position: Intervention Specialist

Previous Experience: A Mount Vernon graduate, Nadia joined us for the second semester last year after completing her student teaching at a neighboring district.

Hobbies: Running, Reading, Hanging out with family and friends

Favorite School Memory: “My favorite school memory is going to Washington DC and Gettysburg, PA my 7th and 8th grade year!”

Most Looking Forward To This Year: “Having my first full year of teaching, getting to meet kids from day one, and seeing their growth from the start to the end myself!”

Please give Nadia a big MinervaPride welcome back!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Sam Darrin, who will be kicking off the school year as the Choir Director for 8th grade and Minerva High School!

Read on to learn a bit about Sam:

Name: Sam Darrin

Position: 8th Grade and MHS Choir Director

Previous Experience: Sam joins us from Streetsboro where he was previously in the role of choir director. He is a University of Mount Union graduate where he studied under retired MES music teacher Amy Haines.

Hobbies: Singing, Playing Piano, Theatre, Exercising, Spending Quality Time with Family and Friends

Favorite School Memory: “My favorite school memories are making music with my friends in the choirs, bands, and performing in the high school theatre productions.”

Most Looking Forward To This Year: “I am most looking forward to connecting with all of the students! I am excited to teach them, learn from them, and create great experiences together for them to shine in music!”

Please give Sam a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Samantha Cunningham, who will be kicking off the school year as the Chemistry and Physics teacher at MHS!

Read on to learn a bit about Samantha:

Name: Samantha Cunningham

Position: Chemistry & Physics Teacher

Previous Experience: Samantha comes to us from Windham Exempted where she taught all kinds of science courses!

Hobbies: Hiking, Reading, Building LEGO, and Shopping

Favorite School Memory: Samantha really enjoyed taking her students to Physics Day at Cedar Point.

Most Looking Forward To This Year: “I’m excited to meet the students and staff and become part of the community!”

Please give Samantha a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Maysie Rogers, who will be kicking off the school year as an intervention specialist in one of our resource rooms at MHS!

Read on to learn a bit about Maysie:

Name: Maysie Rogers

Position: Intervention Specialist

Previous Experience: Maysie joins us from a neighboring District where she recently completed a year in a similar position, but at the elementary level.

Hobbies: Spending time with family, friends, and playing on a co-ed soccer team.

Favorite School Memory: “One of my favorite school memories isn’t from when I was a student, it’s from being on the other side. As a coach and special education teacher, watching students grow in confidence, overcome challenges, and accomplish goals they once thought were impossible has been incredibly rewarding. Whether it was celebrating a last second win on the court, seeing a student master a new skill, or watching them smile because they finally believed in themselves, those moments remind me why I chose this profession. The relationships I’ve built with my students, athletes, and fellow educators will always be my favorite part of being in school.”

Most Looking Forward To This Year: “I am looking forward to building relationships with students and staff, coaching basketball, and officially becoming a Minerva Lion!”

Please give Maysie a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Lily Miller, who will be kicking off the school year as an intervention specialist in one of our resource rooms at MHS!

Read on to learn a bit about Lily:

Name: Lily Miller

Position: Intervention Specialist

Previous Experience: A Minerva HIgh School graduate, Lily was previously in the same position at Glenoak High School.

Hobbies: Spending time with family especially with her newborn Bo. She enjoys the outdoors while hiking/walking her dog Lucy, traveling, and going on new adventures, car and ranger rides, dancing, puzzles and coloring.

Favorite School Memory: “Hanging with friends, cheering at football and basketball games, competing on the jazz and hip hop dance teams, attending all dances from prom to after football games on Friday nights, art and yearbook class, and being a peer volunteer for the Exceptional Olympics.”

Most Looking Forward To This Year: “Being back in my hometown closer to my family! I love teaching daily living and vocational skills needed to promote success at home, in the community, and across all other settings. My goal this year is to instill as much independence as I can - it is important to me, and my passion, to create a positive learning environment and provide interactive and hands-on activities so that my students can grow and thrive out in the real-world. I truly enjoy inspiring learning within my students!”

Please give Lily a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Megan James to Minerva Elementary School!

Read on to learn a bit about Megan:

Name: Megan James

Position: Educational Aide

Previous Experience: Megan has well rounded experience coming to us most recently from a paraprofessional role at a neighboring school district. She spent several years as a medical assistant and even has experience as a bank teller!

Hobbies: Megan enjoys caring for their families’ horses and goats, fishing, swimming, and camping.

Favorite School Memory: “My favorite memory from school isn’t one from when I was in school but one from my first year in education. It’s not just one specific moment—it’s the entire last school year. It was my first year in education and my first year working in special education, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. I had the most incredible team of girls to work with, who have now become some of my best friends. I also had the privilege of meeting some amazing kids who will forever hold a special place in my heart. It was a year I’ll never forget.”

Most Looking Forward To This Year: “I’m most looking forward to meeting my new coworkers and getting to know all of the students. I can’t wait to build relationships with my new little friends and watch their growth and progress from the beginning of the school year to the very end. Seeing them learn, gain confidence, and reach new milestones is something I’m truly excited to be a part of.”

Please give Megan a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Cloee Snyder, who will be kicking off the school year as a title one tutor at Minerva Elementary School!

Read on to learn a bit about Cloee:

Name: Cloee Snyder

Position: Title Tutor, MES

Previous Experience: After graduating from Walsh University in 2025, Cloee worked as a substitute teacher for North Canton City Schools.

Hobbies: Cloee enjoys spending time with her family and friends, volunteering and being involved with her church, and spending time in nature.

Favorite School Memory: “My favorite school memory was being involved in a variety of clubs throughout high school. I loved meeting new people, building friendships, and participating in so many different activities. Those experiences helped me grow, create lasting memories, and strengthened my love of school and learning.”

Most Looking Forward To This Year: “I am most looking forward to building meaningful relationships with students, families, and my fellow staff members while meeting students where they are, encouraging them to grow, and helping them develop a lifelong love of learning.”

Please give Cloee a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Sarah Moreland, who will be kicking off the school year as a bus aide for us.

Read on to learn a bit about Sarah:

Name: Sarah Moreland

Position: Bus Aide/ Substitute Bus Driver

Previous Experience: Sarah has spent most of her career working behind the scenes as a n assistant manager at O'Reilly's and Tonka Services

Hobbies: Sarah enjoys the activities that come along with being a Scout Mom.

Favorite School Memory: Sarah’s fondest school memories are those around making new friends and spending time with them.

Most Looking Forward To This Year: She is most looking forward to having the opportunity to make a positive impact on students on their way to and from school each day!

Please give Sarah a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!!  Please join us in welcoming Katie Tidwell, who will be kicking off the school year as a Title One Tutor at Minerva Elementary! 

Read on to learn a bit about Katie:

Name: Katie Tidwell (soon to be Allen)

Position: Title One Tutor, MES

Previous Experience: The graduate of Muskingum University graduated last winter and is excited to begin her first teaching role as a Lion!

Hobbies: Katie loves spring time with her fiance, family, and friends.  She also enjoys reading, going fishing, diamond painting, and spending time with their three dogs. 

Favorite School Memory: “One of my favorite school memories was being in color guard all four years of high school. It taught me what teamwork and dedication was. Also, being in Big Brothers Big Sisters considering that is what inspired me to become a teacher myself!”

Most Looking Forward To This Year: “I am most looking forward to getting to meet my students and helping them learn and grow in their own ways. I am also looking forward to meeting the wonderful staff and become a part of the school community. I am ready for a school year filled with growth, teamwork, and making meaningful connections!”

Please give Katie a big MinervaPride welcome!

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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in officially welcoming Teresa Payne, who will be returning this year as a case manager with CommQuest, our counseling partners.

Read on to learn a bit about Teresa:

Name: Teresa Payne
Position: Case Manager, MMS

Previous Experience: The graduate of Mount Union is in her second year as a case manager with CommQuest.

Hobbies: twirling baton, crafting, and doing her nails

Favorite School Memory: Thinking back, her favorite memories revolve around everything band and twirling her baton.

Most Looking Forward To This Year: Getting to help the new sixth grade class navigate their transition to middle school.

Please give Teresa a big MinervaPride welcome back!
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Introducing one of our newest staff members at Minerva Local!! Please join us in welcoming Nathan Frascone, who will be kicking off the school year as the Director of Technology!

Read on to learn a bit about Nathan:

Name: Nathan Frascone

Position: Director of Technology

Previous Experience: A Walsh University graduate, he majored in Computer Science-Cybersecurity. Nathan completed his internship through SPARCC, our area ITC last year and has been with us since early Spring 26’. We will share him with Brown Local this school year.

Hobbies: Nate enjoys working with new technology platforms, sports, and the outdoors.

Favorite School Memory: Having teachers who made learning enjoyable, challenged me to think beyond the classroom, and to pursue my interests.

Most Looking Forward To This Year: Mr. Frascone is looking forward to supporting education through technology, and helping teachers and students make the most of the tools available.

Please give Nathan a big MinervaPride welcome!

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