Elementary School

Brown Local Schools Employment Opportunity- We are seeking Caring and Dedicated Individuals for the following- 2025-2026 School Year: Malvern Elementary Paraprofessional Interested Candidates can apply in writing to Principal Danielle Hawk at hawkd@brownlocalschools.com

🎂 Happy Birthday Mrs. Hyde!! We appreciate all you do for Malvern Elementary!! Have a great day celebrating with your students and #MalvernPride Family!

Coming to Brown Local Schools Main Lobby on Monday, February 24, Wednesday, February 26 (During Family Literacy & Math Night) and Thursday, February 27. The Book Fair will be open after school from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Attending families will have a chance to win a $25.00 Book Fair Gift Certificate! Winner will be notified at the closing of the fair on 2/27. (Certificate must be redeemed by 2/28 from available in-school fair items.) Funds raised will be used for new books & equipment for our library media center This year's Book Fair is going to be epic! More Books. More Choices. More Fun. Start exploring together on our school's Book Fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/malvern

#MalvernPride Weekly MHS Leadership and Communication Class Video Update- February 24th- Go Hornets! https://www.wevideo.com/view/3709849153

Malvern Elementary Earns State Momentum Award Malvern Elementary School has been recognized with the Momentum Award by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce for outstanding academic achievement during the 2023-2024 school year. This prestigious honor is awarded to schools that increase their Performance Index by three or more points while achieving a Value-Added rating of four or more stars. The Momentum Award is a testament to Malvern Elementary’s commitment to excellence, both for its students and the Malvern community. The school demonstrated significant improvements in Math, Reading, and Science, culminating in a four-star overall rating on the most recent state report card. Malvern Elementary Principal Danielle Hawk expressed her pride in the students and staff, stating: "I am very proud of our students and staff at Malvern Elementary. We have been working so hard to improve our academics, climate, and culture. This award demonstrates that the hard work is paying off. It is a great day to be a Malvern Hornet!" Curriculum Director Dawn Kaufman also praised the dedication of the educators, emphasizing their commitment to student success. "The teachers have really been committed to improving literacy and participating in ongoing high-quality professional development. We are excited to see the results of these important initiatives. Great job, students and staff!" This achievement highlights Malvern Elementary’s dedication to fostering a strong educational environment where students can thrive.

MALVERN MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS TODAY IS: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2025 GOOD MORNING. At this time, please stand to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Thank you. QUOTE OF THE DAY: Abundance flows to those who welcome it with an open heart. SENIORS - The John and Evelyn Ashton Preservation Scholarship is due to the office TOMORROW. High School Student Activities will MEET TODAY during 5th period. Please bring your lunch and come to Mrs. Spencer's room. Exploratory Tuesday is tomorrow. Also, tomorrow, all 11th grade students will be taking the ACT at the First Christian Church of Malvern beginning at 7:30 am. REMINDER High School track and field athletes that practice starts today at 4 pm at the track and junior high track will begin tomorrow at 2:45 pm at the school.. Today for lunch: Chicken or cheese quesadilla, and many other delicious food items.

Scholastic Book Fair- Coming to Brown Local Schools Main Lobby on Monday, February 24, Wednesday, February 26 (During Family Literacy & Math Night) and Thursday, February 27. The Book Fair will be open after school from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. each evening. Attending families will have a chance to win a $25.00 Book Fair Gift Certificate! The winner will be notified at the closing of the fair on 2/27. (Certificate must be redeemed by 2/28 from available in-school fair items.) Funds raised will be used for new books & equipment for our library media center. This year's Book Fair is going to be epic! More Books. More Choices. More Fun. Start exploring together on our school's Book Fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/malvern

🎂 Happy Birthday Mrs. Dorr and Mrs. Lantzer (2/20)! We appreciate these two positive and hard working #MalvernPride Family Members!! Enjoy your special day! Go Hornets!

RG Drage Open House Thursday, March 6th 5 pm-7 pm College Information Presentation by the University of Akron at 6 pm 2800 Richville Dr. SE Massillon, OH 44646

🎉 Happy Birthday, Tawnya McMullen! 🎉 Join us in celebrating one of Malvern Elementary’s biggest rock stars! If you see Tawnya McMullen today, be sure to wish her the happiest of birthdays. We appreciate all that you do! #HappyBirthday #MalvernPride

🎉 Congratulations to #MalvernPride Big Sister-Big Brothers -- Mya Sickafoose and Gracelyn Shearer for being named Malvern Big & Little for the month of February! 🏆 Your dedication and leadership inspire us all. Keep up the great work! 💚#GoHornets #BigAndLittleOfTheMonth

Join MES for a Night of Clues, Puzzles, and Problem-Solving! 2025 Math and Literacy Night! 📅 Wednesday, February 26th 🕔 5:00 – 7:30 PM Enjoy interactive activities, engaging challenges, and a fun-filled night of learning! 📢 Please return your registration form ASAP.

Malvern High School’s Rodney Smith Signs with Ashland University Congratulations to Malvern High School Senior Rodney Smith on signing his national letter of intent to continue his academic and football career at Ashland University. Ashland University is an NCAA Division II school and competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Smith earned Division VII All-Ohio First Team honors after a remarkable senior season, finishing with 68 receptions for 1,244 yards and 18 touchdowns. He scored 20 touchdowns overall and added two 2-point conversions, totaling 124 points. Additionally, Smith was named an IVC All-Star and led the area in interceptions with six—returning two for touchdowns—while recording 37 tackles on defense. He also handled punting duties for Malvern, averaging 34.5 yards per attempt. Rodney is also a standout basketball player on the Malvern Hornet IVC Championship team. Congratulations, Rodney Smith, on this incredible achievement!

🎉 2025 Brown Local School Board Appreciation 🎉 Check out our Brown Local "Superhero" BOE Appreciation Video! https://www.wevideo.com/view/3696937945

🏀 Huge thanks to Malvern Branch Library for sponsoring an awesome after-school pep rally at Malvern Elementary! We mixed learning with basketball for an unforgettable afternoon. Go Hornets! #MalvernPride Carroll County District Library - Malvern Branch

Malvern, Ohio Celebrates School Counselor Appreciation Day Malvern, OH – Today, Brown Local Schools proudly celebrated Ohio School Counselor Appreciation Day, recognizing the invaluable contributions of our school counselors in supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional well-being. School counselors play a vital role in the Whole Child Framework, ensuring that students receive the guidance and support they need to succeed in academics, develop strong social skills, manage their behavior, and maintain good mental health. At Brown Local Schools, our counselors go above and beyond to meet the needs of every student, fostering a safe and nurturing learning environment. What is National School Counseling Week? Observed annually during the first full week of February, National School Counseling Week highlights the essential role of school counselors in student success. This week serves as an opportunity to: • Honor the contributions of school counselors. • Recognize the positive impact they have on students’ personal growth and well-being. • Highlight their role in helping students achieve academic success and plan for future careers. Recognizing Our Counselors At Brown Local Schools, we are fortunate to have an exceptional team of professionals dedicated to student success: • Lauren Wagner – School Guidance Counselor • Ashley Dorr – School Guidance Counselor & CARE Team Support Specialist • Tara Bowe – Springvale Health Support • Myla Rockaway – Pathway Caring for Children Each of these individuals plays a critical role in supporting our students, providing resources, guidance, and care to help them navigate the challenges of school and life. A Heartfelt Thank You We extend our deepest gratitude to our school counselors for their dedication, compassion, and commitment to our students. Your work does not go unnoticed, and we appreciate all that you do to make Brown Local Schools a place where students can thrive. Thank you for making a difference!

🚨 School Closure Alert 🚨 Due to icy road conditions, all Brown Local Schools are CLOSED today, Thursday, February 6th. Stay safe! Go Hornets!

Meet Little Sister Addy & Big Sister Riley from our friends Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Central Ohio . A trusting relationship with a mentor helps youth feel supported and understood. Mentors help teach important skills like problem-solving and resilience, equipping young people for the future🌟 Read more about Addy & Riley’s experiences through the Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring program here: https://empowercarroll.com/resilience-campaign/

With the holidays, snow days and illness, many apologies for late recognition of our November Students of the Month! Congratulations to: Brynlie Ranta, Kason Fisher, Evan Miller, Jack James, Grace Eslich, Amelia Engle, Paxton Singleton, Hadley Neidert, Aniston Diehl, Jase Farmer, Evan Kolosa, Surae Stephens, Mark Morena, Aria Shannon

Happy Birthday 🎉🎈🎁🎂 Mrs. Paulette! Enjoy your special day! Thank you for making MES Preschool so Great! #MalvernPride