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.

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:

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."

COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic When:Saturday, October 9, 2021 Where:Amanda Elementary (11 AM - 12:30 PM) Mayfield Elementary (1:30 - 3 PM) Gift cards will be available for individuals with a Medicaid Managed Care Plan receiving their first vaccine. For

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

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

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

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 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. 

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

Highview 6th Grade Middies: We cannot wait to see you next week! Device pick-up is on Wednesday, August 11 from 9 AM - 7 PM in our cafeteria/gym. 

Dear Highview Families, Welcome to Highview 6th Grade Center!  We are so excited to welcome you to our family, and I am very proud to begin my first year as Highview’s principal.  Highview’s vision this year is building a positive

At the Monday, July 26, 2021 Board of Education meeting, the Board discussed the Middletown City School District Back to School Safety Protocols. The three main topics include 'Cleaning Practices,' 'Contact Tracing,' and 'Masks'.

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,

Summer Scavenger Hunt Each time you visit the Middie Meal Machine, you will receive a gold coin. Collect these coins for some wonderful prizes at the conclusion of each month! In addition to earning coins, we will have fun handouts and summer activity ideas

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.

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

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

Over the next two weeks, March 22-April 2, the Curriculum and Innovation department is seeking feedback from staff members that did not take part in the pilot and from families and community members. The math materials will be on display on the 4th floor of One Donham Plaza for individuals to preview and provide feedback. We thank you for this feedback as it is crucial that all stakeholders have a voice in this collaborative process.

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 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.

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

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.