Shout out to Heritage 4th grader Clara Bennett for earning the President’s Choice Award at the County-Wide Art Show! 🎨 This morning, she shared about her award-winning artwork at the Middlebury Boys and Girls Club’s board meeting and did a fantastic job presenting. We are proud of the way she represents our community!
Oakley Cox from Orchard View was recognized at the board meeting Tuesday evening during the Middlebury Moment. Dr. Snyder had this to say about Oakley:
Oakley Cox, a third-grade student at Orchard View Elementary, has shown truly inspiring growth over the past several years. Oakley began his journey in Miss Schrock’s kindergarten classroom, where he faced significant academic and behavioral challenges and was mostly non-verbal. With the support of Mrs. Gaskill and a paraprofessional during first grade, Oakley began learning how to regulate his behavior and made meaningful academic progress. At the start of second grade, he transitioned into the Mixed Abilities program, where his growth continued.
Now in third grade—his second year in the Mixed Abilities classroom with Mrs. Miller—Oakley’s progress has been remarkable. He has emerged as a leader among his peers, consistently demonstrates empathy toward others, and has experienced accelerated academic growth. Oakley is now reading, communicating confidently with peers and adults, and has not had a single behavioral incident resulting in an office referral this school year. He has also developed a positive and playful rapport with Mr. Martin.
Principal Martin shared, “Oakley’s success is a true testament to the collective efforts of the Orchard View Elementary team, including Miss Schrock, Mrs. Gaskill, Mrs. Nay, Mrs. Nesbitt, Mrs. Palmer, the Mixed Abilities support team, and Mrs. Miller. We also want to recognize Oakley’s parents, Kirk and Kira, for trusting the process and remaining committed—even during the challenges that persisted throughout kindergarten and first grade. A special recognition goes to Ms. Khing, Oakley’s biggest supporter, whose passion, dedication, and unwavering support have played a critical role in his success.”
Oakley’s journey has not been easy, but it has been incredibly rewarding.
Congratulations, Oakley—we are so proud of you!
Oakley Cox, a third-grade student at Orchard View Elementary, has shown truly inspiring growth over the past several years. Oakley began his journey in Miss Schrock’s kindergarten classroom, where he faced significant academic and behavioral challenges and was mostly non-verbal. With the support of Mrs. Gaskill and a paraprofessional during first grade, Oakley began learning how to regulate his behavior and made meaningful academic progress. At the start of second grade, he transitioned into the Mixed Abilities program, where his growth continued.
Now in third grade—his second year in the Mixed Abilities classroom with Mrs. Miller—Oakley’s progress has been remarkable. He has emerged as a leader among his peers, consistently demonstrates empathy toward others, and has experienced accelerated academic growth. Oakley is now reading, communicating confidently with peers and adults, and has not had a single behavioral incident resulting in an office referral this school year. He has also developed a positive and playful rapport with Mr. Martin.
Principal Martin shared, “Oakley’s success is a true testament to the collective efforts of the Orchard View Elementary team, including Miss Schrock, Mrs. Gaskill, Mrs. Nay, Mrs. Nesbitt, Mrs. Palmer, the Mixed Abilities support team, and Mrs. Miller. We also want to recognize Oakley’s parents, Kirk and Kira, for trusting the process and remaining committed—even during the challenges that persisted throughout kindergarten and first grade. A special recognition goes to Ms. Khing, Oakley’s biggest supporter, whose passion, dedication, and unwavering support have played a critical role in his success.”
Oakley’s journey has not been easy, but it has been incredibly rewarding.
Congratulations, Oakley—we are so proud of you!
Middlebury Elementary School’s Art Club didn’t just present last night—they got everyone involved! We loved watching our talented students work side-by-side with school board members to create drawings together.
This dedicated group of students meets during recess to expand their skills and share their love of art. It is a selective group, requiring an application process to join, and their passion really shined through last night as they guided the board members through the creative process.
Thank you to our young artists for sharing your talents and bringing some color to the meeting! 🖍️✨
This dedicated group of students meets during recess to expand their skills and share their love of art. It is a selective group, requiring an application process to join, and their passion really shined through last night as they guided the board members through the creative process.
Thank you to our young artists for sharing your talents and bringing some color to the meeting! 🖍️✨
There is no school today in honor of Presidents' Day. We look forward to students returning tomorrow, Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Enjoy the break!
National School Resource Officer Day is officially this Sunday, Feb. 15th, but we couldn't wait to celebrate! Today, we are sending a massive thank you to Chief Pettis and Officer Payne.
Thank you both for everything you do to keep our campus safe. Beyond the badge, we appreciate how you go above and beyond to build genuine relationships with our students and staff. whether it's a high-five in the hallway or just being there to listen, you make our school a better place.
Thank you both for everything you do to keep our campus safe. Beyond the badge, we appreciate how you go above and beyond to build genuine relationships with our students and staff. whether it's a high-five in the hallway or just being there to listen, you make our school a better place.
Mykhailo Kundeus was honored at the school board meeting last Tuesday for his growth as a student and person. Here is what Dr. Snyder said about Mykhailo:
Mykhailo Kundeus attends Middlebury Elementary School and is a multilingual learner (MLL student) who came to the United States a few years ago while in first grade. When he arrived, he was very shy and spoke no English. Now, he is in third grade and has demonstrated increased confidence and engagement, interacting more frequently with peers and adults. Academically, he is overcoming any language barrier- learning English and he already passed the third grade IREAD assessment last year as a second grader. He is now performing well on all academic checkpoints. He was nominated by Marion Hostetler, Lisa Imel, Carlee Stover, Jessica Barkby, and Derek Sallee, all of his current and former educators. Principal Hostetler said that “Mykhailo’s academic growth has been extraordinary, and he has also been recognized with a Mighty Middie award in three consecutive school years for demonstrating exemplary character and kindness.”
Mykhailo- we are so incredibly proud of you. Congratulations!
Mykhailo Kundeus attends Middlebury Elementary School and is a multilingual learner (MLL student) who came to the United States a few years ago while in first grade. When he arrived, he was very shy and spoke no English. Now, he is in third grade and has demonstrated increased confidence and engagement, interacting more frequently with peers and adults. Academically, he is overcoming any language barrier- learning English and he already passed the third grade IREAD assessment last year as a second grader. He is now performing well on all academic checkpoints. He was nominated by Marion Hostetler, Lisa Imel, Carlee Stover, Jessica Barkby, and Derek Sallee, all of his current and former educators. Principal Hostetler said that “Mykhailo’s academic growth has been extraordinary, and he has also been recognized with a Mighty Middie award in three consecutive school years for demonstrating exemplary character and kindness.”
Mykhailo- we are so incredibly proud of you. Congratulations!
Last Tuesday, we were incredibly proud to have Heritage Intermediate School students and staff take the floor at the School Board meeting! They gave a fantastic presentation highlighting the amazing work their Student Council has been doing to build community and school spirit.
It was wonderful to hear about their recent initiatives, including:
🥫 Red Ribbon Week Food Drive: Helping those in need in our community.
🍫 Staff Appreciation: brightening our teachers' days with chocolate and coloring pages.
🎄 Spreading Holiday Joy: Bringing Christmas cheer to every corner of the building!
Thank you to our student leaders and staff for representing Heritage Intermediate so well. Your hard work and kindness make our school a better place every day!
Northridge Middle School had a fantastic visit from the Northridge High School Jazz Band last Thursday! They stopped by to perform for our middle school band students, and let’s just say... the future of Northridge music is LOUD and proud!
The high schoolers sounded absolutely awesome, tearing through their set and showing the younger students exactly what hard work and dedication sound like. It was such a great way to encourage our middle schoolers and show them the amazing opportunities waiting for them at the next level.
Thank you to the NHS musicians for inspiring the next generation of jazz greats! 🥁🎹
The high schoolers sounded absolutely awesome, tearing through their set and showing the younger students exactly what hard work and dedication sound like. It was such a great way to encourage our middle schoolers and show them the amazing opportunities waiting for them at the next level.
Thank you to the NHS musicians for inspiring the next generation of jazz greats! 🥁🎹
On our last day of National School Counselor Week, we want to highlight our high school counselors. This group works with students as they begin to figure out life after high school. They help students to find placements for work based learning. They also help our students understand their strengths in order to find careers after graduation and find suitable majors in college. We truly appreciate the work they do with students at their last stop before graduating!
Update: 7:30 AM. As we continue to receive updates and monitor road conditions, we are shifting to a closure. Thank you for understanding as we make decisions that prioritize the safety of students, staff, and families.
Middlebury Community Schools is closed today, February 6, 2026, due to inclement weather. This is a traditional snow day with no e-learning.
Middlebury Community Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay today, February 6, 2026. Please be safe on the roads.
Today we highlight our Northridge Middle School counselors as part of National School Counseling Week. These counselors are each assigned to a grade level that they follow through the three years of middle school. This is a huge benefit to help them build strong relationships with students. They assist students as they navigate adolescence, lend a listening ear, and help guide students as they begin to think about high school and beyond. We are grateful for the huge hearts that these counselors have towards our students and staff!
Today we want to highlight our wonderful counselors at Heritage Intermediate School and Stable Grounds. HIS counselors meet with students and focus on helping them as they navigate pre-teen years. This includes being a good friend, making new friends, and respect. They also help guide students as they prepare for middle school. Counselors at Stable Grounds meet with a variety of students during the day from across the district and use equine therapy as they help students learn to deal with larger issues happening in their lives.
As part of National School Counseling Week, we would like to thank our K-3 counselors for their work with our youngest students. They spend time in classrooms teaching lessons, working in small groups, and do a great job communicating with staff and families. Thank you for all that you do!
It’s National School Counseling Week, and we want to take a moment to shine a huge spotlight on our incredible counseling team!
School counselors are often the unsung heroes working behind the scenes. They are the listening ears, the calming presence, and the guiding lights for our entire school community.
We love our counselors because:
They advocate for every single student.
They provide a safe space for students.
They support our teachers and staff through the highs and lows of the school year.
To our counselors: Thank you for your empathy, your patience, and the endless support you pour into our students and staff every day. We couldn't do it without you!
School counselors are often the unsung heroes working behind the scenes. They are the listening ears, the calming presence, and the guiding lights for our entire school community.
We love our counselors because:
They advocate for every single student.
They provide a safe space for students.
They support our teachers and staff through the highs and lows of the school year.
To our counselors: Thank you for your empathy, your patience, and the endless support you pour into our students and staff every day. We couldn't do it without you!
Good morning from Middlebury Elementary School! Students in K-3 are exposed to a variety of different learning experiences, including art. The expressive arts are an important outlet for student creativity and we are thankful for all of our art teachers!
Students were having a great time in Mr. Conley's PE class yesterday at Jefferson Elementary School. We love both of their smiles!
Middlebury Elementary School began their day earlier this week by getting back into the routine and structure of school. Kindergarten was also able to celebrate the 100th day of school! This was a late celebration due to our winter weather, but students still enjoyed all the ways to celebrate 100!
Middlebury Community Schools will have e-learning tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
After a few cold and snowy days, we have students back in our buildings. We can't be more excited!! Welcome back everyone!
