We are aware of the December 17 TikTok “challenge” and we are grateful for our partnership with the Middletown Police Department and our School Resource Officers who will continue to have an important presence in all of our schools. You can expect to see an increased police presence at our schools tomorrow.

The Middletown City School District (MCSD) Board of Education today approved a two year compensation agreement with the Middletown Teachers Association (MTA), the MCSD teacher union.  The two year deal is made up of an estimated $2,500,000 in increased

Fox19 caught up with the MHS eSports Fortnite team to discuss the program, the upcoming state game, and the future of gaming in the Middie.

In Case You Missed It: Yesterday, Karin Johnson from WLWT spoke with Creekview Elementary students and teachers about a twist on the traditional food drive. The entire school was involved and now the community is getting involved! 

Companions on a Journey Honors Three Local Grief Heroes for National Child’s Grief Awareness Day Did you know…1 in 11 children in Ohio will experience the death of a parent or sibling by their 18th birthday? And that by the time they reach age

Tickets On Sale For The 17th MHS Athletic Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony! The Middletown Athletic Department is proud to announce the Class of 2022 Athletic Hall of Fame. The MHS Athletic Hall of Fame Committee will hold its 17th induction ceremony on

Social Media, Vaping, and other Stuff Parents Should Talk About...As a parent, you hold a good amount of influence over your child’s actions. The best way to help your child navigate the influence of social media, vaping, and other issues is to talk about your concerns and share your expectations. 

This fall, we’d like to introduce you to our elementary school counselors. We are fortunate to have a counselor in every school building to support each and every one of our students. Our counselors help students find success, discover their dreams, and rise tomorrow.

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL TOURNAMENT - ESPORTS OHIO FALL Get Tickets When: Saturday, November 20 and Sunday, November 21 Saturday November 20th (Doors Open at 7:30am) 8am-Noon - Valorant Regional Finals 1pm-5pm - League of Legends Regional Finals and Valorant

Vaccination Clinics In Butler County Pfizer Fact Sheet Butler County Educational Service Center - Conference Room A & B 9am-12pm November 15  November 16  November 23  November 24  December 1 December 3  December

ICYMI Both The Journal-News and WCPO-9 featured the Middletown City School District elementary school counselors. The district used federal relief money to hire seven school counselors for our elementary buildings. 

This fall, we’d like to introduce you to our elementary school counselors. We are fortunate to have a counselor in every school building to support each and every one of our students. Our counselors help students find success, discover their dreams, and rise tomorrow.

This fall, we’d like to introduce you to our elementary school counselors. We are fortunate to have a counselor in every school building to support each and every one of our students. Our counselors help students find success, discover their dreams, and rise tomorrow.

Sock Drive for Shoes 4 the Shoeless During this season of giving, Middletown City School District is hosting a SOCK DRIVE for Shoes 4 the Shoeless. Please consider donating BRAND NEW, non-name brand socks. Purchase NEW socks for children in grades

As we head into the second quarter, I’d like to thank you for your support so far this school year. As new guidelines emerge, you have pivoted and you have encouraged us to make safe and sound decisions for our buildings.  | 

A medida que nos acercamos al segundo trimestre, me gustaría agradecerles por su apoyo hasta ahora este año escolar. A medida que surgen nuevas pautas, usted ha cambiado y nos ha alentado a tomar decisiones seguras y sólidas para nuestros edificios.

Get to Know Our Elementary Counselors! Name: Arreon Butler School building/Grade: Central Academy K-6 Subject Area: School Counselor College(s): University of Cincinnati for BA in Psychology and Xavier University for MA in School Counseling Hometown:

Dear Middletown High School Parent/Guardian: On Monday, November 1, 2021, our parent/teacher conferences will be held at Middletown High School from 2:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  These conferences are a very important part of the school year and can have a significant impact on celebrating your students’ successes or solving your students’ difficulties in a collegial fashion.

Get to Know Our Elementary Counselors! Name: Samantha Minges School building/Grade: Wildwood Elementary (K-5) Subject Area: School Counselor College(s): Miami University (undergrad) and The University of Cincinnati (grad school) Hometown: Middletown,

 (10:20 AM): We'd like to thank all the medical, fire, and police who responded to Highview 6th Grade Center this morning. All parents/guardians of students who were on the bus have been contacted.  UPDATE (9:16 AM): The accident has been

What does Ms. Banfield like best about Middletown? "I like the support of the other staff members and administrators at Middletown City Schools. I also enjoy working with my many students and getting to know them. I like helping them find success and providing them support academically, socially and emotionally."

The M.H.S. Athletic Hall of Fame Committee will hold our 17th induction ceremony on Saturday, January 29, 2022.  This will be the first induction ceremony since 2016. In cooperation with Middletown High School, the ceremony will be held in the new high school arena.

The Middletown City School District will administer a written Civil Service test on Thursday, November 4, 2021 to establish eligibility for possible future secretarial/office support position(s) in the Central Office, Treasurer’s Office and

Dear Butler County Friends and Families: The partnership between a school district and its families is key to ensuring that students are making choices that are in their best interest. That’s why the Butler County Superintendents are joining together

Let's take a look back on the last two months: from new teacher orientation and and device distribution to updates at Rosa and Amanda, we've had a lot of new and a lot of growth. Let's keep the focus and see what the next two months brings us! Let's

2021-2022 Winter Season at Middletown High School/Middle School To tryout or participate, you MUST  Register ONLINE through Final Forms https://middletown-oh.finalforms.com Complete your Sports Physical (OHSAA Pre-Participation

The Middletown City School District (MCSD) Strategic Vision: Passport to Tomorrow was formally endorsed by Worthington Industries at last night’s Board of Education meeting thanks to a partnership with the Chamber of Commerce. Worthington Industries is

In an effort to recruit and retain bus drivers, Petermann Bus is offering a competitive incentive program to current and new drivers. New drivers will receive $2,000. Current drivers will receive a $2,000 referral bonus. Positions start at $17/hour.

Upon recommendation from Middletown Police Chief Birk, the Middletown High School football game vs Colerain High School originally scheduled for Friday evening at Barnitz Stadium has been moved to Colerain High School Football Stadium. This decision comes

The No Hate High School Tour, now in its 21st year, is an incredibly impactful educational program that uses the energy and excitement of action sports to deliver critical bullying prevention tools, techniques and information to students in a relatable,

This afternoon, someone shot either a pellet or BB Gun at one of our school buses (back window) that was transporting students from Middletown Prep. All students are safe and the Middletown Police Department is investigating. If you were a witness or know

In the past week, schools around Ohio - and across the country - have been hit by acts of vandalism that appear to be inspired by a trend on the social media app TikTok. This trend encourages people to steal or damage school property. Our high school alone has had many such incidents, including restroom vandalism and threats of violence towards our students and staff.  

(UPDATE 6:10 PM 9/19/21) We’ve been working with our School Resource Officers (SRO), staff, and local law enforcement to figure out if the MHS threat is credible. Currently, there is no evidence suggesting the threat is credible.

Dear Highview Families:   I’m writing to you this evening to let you know we were alerted to a threat of violence against Highview 6th Grade Center. Thanks to the “See Something, Say Something” initiative, our local law

There is a video clip circulating from a past Board of Education meeting where Middletown City School District met to celebrate the new district Strategic Vision. In this video, Superintendent Styles addresses this clip. Please take a

For all other fans, you can click the “Buy Now” to purchase tickets at a discounted rate, with a portion of each ticket benefitting Middie Way Youth baseball.

We’d like to address a social media post that’s circulating alleging a student was assaulted. We are investigating the claim alongside the Middletown Police Department, but we do not--nor does the police--have a report this occurred. We take any

We know the majority of our students learn best when they are in a classroom setting and we are determined to keep our buildings fully open for them. Due to the strong recommendations by our medical professionals, the Middletown Board of Education determined it is in the best interest of our students and staff that all Middletown City Schools require facial coverings inside our buildings for all K-12 students, staff, and visitors. This requirement will go into effect on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. 

Middletown City School District (MCSD) Board of Education and the Middletown City Council held a joint meeting Monday to discuss a possible partnership using funds provided under the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act between Butler County, OH, Middletown City

We're seeking community input on the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief III (ESSER III) funds that are being provided under the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act. The purpose of ESSER III is to address the impact of the coronavirus pandemic

2021 Fall Season at Middletown High School/Middle School Athletic Department Pre-participation Information:  To tryout or participate, you MUST: Register ONLINE through Final Forms https://middletown-oh.finalforms.com Complete your

It is with great sadness that I write this letter to you. One of our students died yesterday after a possible drowning incident at the Land of Illusion Water Park. Mykiara Jones was a rising freshman at Middletown High School and we mourn for her family and friends. (Click para leer en español)

School Supplies: 2021-22 In an effort to ease your transition back to the classroom, Middletown City School District will provide all K-12 students with school supplies. Please send your child/ren to school with a backpack and water bottle (if

Dear Middies: We are getting ready to welcome back all our K-12 Middies! Instead of everyone starting on the same day, we have decided a staggered start is the best choice for our students. We hope this allows our students to ease back into the school year,

Gail Sams, EMIS Coordinator for the Middletown City School District, was recognized recently for her successful completion of the 2-year long SWOCA EMIS Advanced Leadership (SEAL) program.   Mrs. Sams was chosen to attend this selective program

Through our partnership with the City of Middletown Health Department, we are offering students ages 12 and up a voluntary Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccination clinic. If you and/or your student is interested in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, you must pre-register on or before May 28. You will then receive a parental consent form that must be signed and brought to the clinic. Students planning to get their first dose of Pfizer's COVID vaccine must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Middletown City School District (MCSD) welcomes two new administrators to the Middie family. Deanna Narcisse from La Porte Independent School District (ISD) outside Houston, TX will become the next principal at Wildwood Elementary and Caryn Gross from Lakota

Middletown City School District (MCSD) Board of Education approved Kelven Moss as the new varsity boys basketball coach for the Middletown High School (MHS) Middies. A 2001 MHS alumnus, Coach Moss looks forward to returning to and re-igniting the Middie

Earlier this year, Journal-News Staff Writer Michael D. Clark wrote about a Middletown Middle School student--who is hearing impaired--and how she taught herself to play the piano during the pandemic. A group of Middletown residents read his article and knew they had to do something about her lack of a real piano. The group is the Middletown RAK (Random Acts of Kindness) and they’re an anonymous organization that chooses one person or entity a month and bestows upon them a gift of kindness.

We’re excited to announce a great opportunity for Kindergarten – 5^th Graders called Middie Way Baseball.

Kyle Schwarber, a Middie Alumni Great and World Champion, now playing with the Washington Nationals, is helping spearhead this to bring baseball back to the youth in our city.

FedEx Office, a world-class provider of convenient, state-of-the-art printing, packing and shipping services and subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), announced the donation of a retail value of $100,000 for in-kind printing services and solutions

*IN CASE YOU MISSED IT* In this article, Journal-News Staff Writer Michael D. Clark writes about the different ways Middletown City Schools is saying ‘thank you’ to its students, staff, and community. It’s been a hard, long year and a simple ‘thank you’ goes a long way. 

Middletown City School District (MCSD) Board of Education named Kee Edwards, the current principal at Miller Ridge Elementary, as the Assistant Director of Human Resources. This is a new position.  Edwards, a Middletown High School graduate, has worked

In this article, Journal-News Staff Writer Michael D. Clark speaks with officials from Miami University and Middletown City School District about a new program that puts first-year “education majors from Miami University into Middletown Schools for their first taste of their coming careers.”

There are SO many reasons to choose a Middletown kindergarten education! We have excellent, loving teachers, school choice, STEAM labs, and so much more. If you're thinking about enrolling your student, then this video is for you!   Enroll

The Middletown High School Athletic Department is hosting summer camps for elementary aged children. From golf to football and baseball to cheerleader...and much more in between...there is something for everyone. To view the offerings, dates, ages, and

In 2019, Miami University in partnership with Middletown City Schools was awarded a state grant from the Ohio Dean's Compact to develop and implement a pilot teacher licensure program. This program will give students the tools to become instructional

At the Monday, March 22, 2021 Board of Education meeting, the board approved the 2021-22 school district calendar.

“I am incredibly honored to be given the opportunity to join Middletown City Schools in my new role as student services coordinator. Middletown’s dedication to their students and community is exactly the type of environment in which I desire to continue my career. I am excited to develop new relationships and support the staff and students of Middletown City Schools,” said Thompson. 

Middletown City School District (MCSD) Board of Education named Deborah Houser, the current Senior Director of Human Resources, as the new Assistant Superintendent. This is a new position.  Houser has worked at MCSD for the past 13 years, most recently

The proposed legislation would make several changes to Ohio’s current report card system with the intent to change the current system from one of flawed metrics and punitive measures to one that provides a document that schools, parents and communities can understand. The bill would eliminate the current “A” through “F” grading system and replace it with new performance ratings.

The purpose of the Memorial Fund is to provide monetary support for James’s two siblings, Rachel and Lucas. One hundred percent of the donations received will go to the siblings. The proceeds will not be used for funeral expenses as the arrangements have been generously donated.

My heart breaks writing this letter informing the Middletown City School District of the tragic loss of one of our Rosa Parks Elementary students, James Hutchinson. During this difficult time, I know our Middie Family will lean on one another while our community mourns. Our community always finds strength when we come together and I know we will come together for James.

As a school community, we want to honor James with a celebration of life tomorrow, March 2, 2021 at 6:45 PM in Barnitz Stadium. All are welcome to come as we start to heal together as a community.

UPDATE 2/24/21 3:50 PM: Earlier in the day, we evacuated the High School after dismissal. We have now been given the all clear by local law enforcement. The threat came from out of state.

Update #3 Dear Parents: I just wanted to take a moment to inform you all that due to the amazing work from our maintenance department that all working components as it relates to water, electricity, and heat are back to a functioning level. With this, I am

I wanted to take a moment to provide you all with an update on the possible re-opening of Central Academy next week. Since our last communication informing you that the basement of the building had flooded pretty extensively, our maintenance department has worked nonstop to begin repairs on restoring water, electricity, and heat back to the building. 

UPDATE #1 On Sunday, February 14, 2021, we discovered the lower portion/basement area of Central Academy had a pipe burst and flooded the entire area. This area contains many of the mechanical components of our building, including the boilers. Our building

In a recent article, Journal-News Staff Writer Michael D. Clark writes about Monday’s Board of Education meeting where “Middletown school officials said they need to slice $2.5 million from the district’s budget in order to avoid” a fall levy.

Change of Schedule: Week of February 22 *All K-12 in-person learners*  On Friday, February 26, district teachers and staff will receive their 2nd dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Instead of the typical remote/Zoom day on Wednesday, it will take place on

This week Middletown City School District (MCSD) wishes Mrs. Debbie Sander, Executive Director of Student Services, a heartfelt farewell as she starts her next job: retirement. Mrs. Sander, a lifelong Middletown resident, has spent 25 years with MCSD and 33

Excited for the future? When it comes to our students' futures, we should always be certain. Sign-up for a Zoom call to learn how you can help us strategic plan!

At the Monday, January 11, 2021 Board of Education meeting, the board members decided to continue the hybrid learning through the third quarter. The board will revisit their decision at the February 22, 2021 meeting. While MCSD remains hybrid, students with

MCSD made the decision to stay with our current safety protocols including the 14-day quarantine.