Put-in-Bay School Opens September 3rd

Put in Bay Panthers

Put in Bay Panther

School News – by Steve Poe, Superintendent  

This year’s motto is, “Celebrate Success, Celebrate You!”  With this motto in mind, we begin this school year with a CELEBRATION!

PARENTS AND STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO BE ON THE FRONT LAWN THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, SEPTEMBER 3, BY 8:00AM.  REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED, INTRODUCTIONS MADE, AND A HUMAN TUNNEL WILL BE FORMED FOR THE ELEMENTARY STUDENTS TO GO THROUGH!

In the event the weather does not cooperate with our celebration, everyone will move to the gymnasium.

Parents are encouraged to attend the Put-in-Bay School Open House on Thursday, September 12 from 3:21 to 4:30pm.  This is an opportunity to meet the teachers and hear about the academic goals for the year.  Refreshments provided, along with free babysitting.

Our school’s attendance policy remains the same as last year, adhering to the state regulations in House Bill 410.   Instead of counting days absent, schools must keep track of hours absent.  Excessive absences are reported to the Ottawa County Juvenile Court.  The new definition for excessive absences is:  absent 38 or more hours in one month or 65 or more hours in one school year.   Prior to filing a complaint with the court, parents will be notified, followed by an absence intervention plan.  Complete details of House Bill 410 were sent home in last month’s mailing.  Parents are advised to make appointments and plan vacations on the following dates that school will not be in session:

  • October 21                             (Appointment Day)
  • November 27 – Dec 1            (Thanksgiving)
  • December 21 – January 5       (Christmas Break)
  • February 22 – March 1           (Winter Break)
  • April 11 – April 14                  (Spring Break)
  • May 23 – 25                           (Memorial Day Weekend)

School days continue to start at 8:00am.  Students are asked to arrive at 7:50am.  Primary elementary students will begin lunch dismissal at 11:50, followed by grades four to six.  Grades 7 – 12 students will be dismissed for lunch at noon.  All students are to return from lunch at 12:50 to begin classes at 1:00.   Elementary students will be dismissed after school at 3:16, while high school students will end the day at 3:21.

Don’t forget to check our website, www.put-in-bay.k12.oh.us, for the latest school announcements.  We will utilize our “School Messenger” system to notify parents of important announcements and school closings.

Celebrate Perry’s Birthday

Commodore Perry

Commodore Perry

PERRY’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Saturday, August 24, 2019 – Sunday, August 25, 2019

Join the celebration of the 234th anniversary of Oliver Hazard Perry’s birth on August 23, 1785, as well as the 200th anniversary of his death at on August 23, 1819.  Listen to the Hero of Lake Erie as he discusses his life from the time he became a midshipman at age 13 to his victory over the British in the Battle of Lake Erie at age 28.  Historic firearms demonstrations take place at 11am, 3pm and 5 pm.  Carronade demonstrations start at noon, 2pma nd 4 pm.  At 1pm there is a Junior Ranger program entitled, “Join Perry’s Navy.”  Sunday, August 25, is the 103 Anniversary of the National Park Service.  It is a Fee-Free Day at the Memorial Column.

Perry's Victory103rd ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE/FEE FREE
Sunday, August 25, 2019

Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial celebrates the 103rd Anniversary of the National Park Service. Visitors can ride the elevator to the 317-foot Observation Deck for a spectacular view of the Lake Erie Islands for free.  Children can visit the “See Yourself as a Park Ranger” display; they can try on a variety of ranger uniforms and learn about different jobs park rangers can choose from.

Erie Islands Browns Backers Ready to Rumble

Browns BackersLocations have been set for the September and October Erie Islands Browns Backers gatherings!

The club starts the season at their headquarters, Topsy Turvey’s, on 8 September 2019, at 1pm to watch the Browns play the Titans.

On 16 September, the meeting moves to the Fishbowl at 8:15pm for the Browns vs. Jets game.

Reel Bar hosts the gathering on 22 September at 8:20 for the game against the Rams.

Then off to the Round House on 29 September as the Browns take on Ravens at 1 pm.

Next is Joe’s Bar on 7 October, when the Browns play the 49ers at 8:15pm.

Action continues on 13 October at The Goat:  Browns vs. Settle Seahawks at 1 pm.

The “hopscotch” ends at Mr. Ed’s Bar on 27 October at 4:25pm when the Browns play the Patriots.

The rest of the season we will be Topsy Turvey’s.

Our annual meeting will be held in November; date to be determined.  Club Dues are still $20 per person and are due by November 1 in order to be a member in good standing and be able to vote at our annual meeting or receive prizes during games.