We are delighted to invite prospective kindergarten families to Gurney Elementary for an open house and to learn how we inspire all to grow and thrive through engaging instruction, strong community connections and meaningful learning experiences.
Families with students ready to enter kindergarten in fall 2026 are invited to join us for one of two open house sessions:

Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10:00–11:30 a.m.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 10:00–11:30 a.m.

Tour Gurney Elementary and discover how we create, connect, and challenge every student.

👉 Please sign up at ChagrinSchools.org/Kindergarten.

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinFalls #ChagrinTigers
about 14 hours ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Chagrin Falls Schools Kindergarten Open House, Nov. 22 & Feb. 21, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. RSVP at chagrinschools.org/kindergarten.
It's been a great Halloween across the district! Here's a few more of our favorite memories as you head out for some trick or treating 🖤🧡🐯 stay safe and warm!
12 days ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
happy Halloween from chagrin falls schools!
Bello! 🧪💛 Our high school science teachers are brought their minion genius to Halloween this year! #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls 💛🖤
13 days ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
HS Science Teachers as minion characters
Buoyancy, Balance, and a Bit of Chagrin Innovation! 🌊⚙️

Mrs. Anderson challenged her 9th grade physical science students to achieve neutral buoyancy with custom, 3D-printed scuba divers. 💧Mr. Volk printed each diver in the Innovation Center with a unique weight distribution, so no two were alike. Using hot glue and their knowledge of forces, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust the net force and achieve neutral buoyancy.

To kick off the lesson, Dr. Penczarski, a certified scuba diver with more than 500 dives, shared insights about buoyancy and equilibrium from her underwater experiences. How do you float above a reef without touching it?

Thoughtful teaching and curious minds came together in this lesson, a reminder that learning can be both meaningful and authentic.

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
22 days ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Using hot glue, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust balance and achieve neutral buoyancy.
Using hot glue, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust balance and achieve neutral buoyancy.
Using hot glue, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust balance and achieve neutral buoyancy.
Using hot glue, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust balance and achieve neutral buoyancy.
Using hot glue, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust balance and achieve neutral buoyancy.
Using hot glue, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust balance and achieve neutral buoyancy.
Using hot glue, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust balance and achieve neutral buoyancy.
Using hot glue, students experimented with items like beads, hardware, popsicle sticks, and balloons to adjust balance and achieve neutral buoyancy.

Throwback Thursday! 🏓
Back to gym class in 1993, do you remember breaking out the paddles for a game of pickleball in Mr. Wem’s class?

Who would have guessed gym class in Chagrin Falls would be so far ahead of its time!

#ChagrinFalls #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers

about 2 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Mr Wem at the track
Homecoming 2000 👑 We spy a certain Teacher of the Year being interviewed for the local news back when she was Homecoming Queen. With HOCO in full swing, what are your favorite memories? 🐯🧡🖤 #ThrowbackThursday #ChagrinFalls #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers
about 2 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
2000 homecoming queen being interviewed by the local news.
We are proud to announce that four Chagrin Falls High School seniors have been named Commended Scholars in the National Merit Scholarship Program!

Elias Havas
Claire Hoelzel
Ethan Johnson
Audrey Solvesky

Please join us in congratulating our commended scholars on this remarkable accomplishment!

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
about 2 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
National Merit Scholarship program, Commended Scholars

We are proud to announce that three Chagrin Falls High School seniors have been named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists!

Noah Beatty
Marie Cain
Westley Quintin

This honor places them among the top students in the nation, recognized for their outstanding academic achievement and potential for future success.

Please join us in congratulating our semifinalists on this remarkable accomplishment! 🧡🖤

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls

2 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Chagrin Falls National merit semi-finalists in front of the school together.
Throwback Thursday: 1981 Edition📞

In 1981, it was all about payphones and pocket change.

Do you remember calling collect just to say, “Pick me up!”? 🚗💨

#ChagrinFalls #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Throwback Thursday: 1981 student talks on a payphone.
We hope to see you tonight!

https://www.chagrinschools.org/article/2358524
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
AI forum - Wed Aug 27 - 6;30-8pm - CFIS
"No choice but to have a great day!"

Thanks to Mr. Howell for some morning inspiration on this first full week of school!
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Rainbow over CFIS building
We hope you'll join us! Join us for an engaging, hands-on evening where you can explore how AI is used in our classrooms, learn safe and responsible AI practices, and take home ideas to support your student.
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
invitation to ai forum
✨ It’s been an amazing first week back at Chagrin!

📚 Our 7–12 Library Media Specialist, Ms. Sargiovanni, turned study hall into a place to play, create, and connect. Students enjoyed:
🎨 Coloring sheets
📸 Photo ops with a school camera
🎲 Board games
🔍 Scavenger hunts
🤝 And plenty of time to catch up with friends

What a great way to kick off the year—mixing brain breaks with a little fun in the library!

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Middle School first day of school study hall.
Middle School first day of school study hall.
Middle School first day of school study hall.
High School first day of school study hall.
High School first day of school study hall.
High School first day of school study hall.
Middle School first day of school study hall.
Middle School first day of school study hall.
Throwback Thursday: 1997 🐾🧡🖤

Back in 1997 Mortimer made sure all the fans had fun at Harris Stadium!

As our fall sports kick off—football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, golf, tennis, and more—we’re proud to continue that same tradition of teamwork, pride, and Tiger spirit. Best of luck to all of our athletes this season! 🐅✨

What’s your favorite memory of fall sports at Chagrin Falls?

#ThrowbackThursday #ChagrinFalls #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
A 1997 photo of Mortimer the Tiger mascot giving a high five to a young girl reaching over the fence at Harris Field, while fans look on in the background.
🐯 Welcome Back, Tigers! 🐯
We’re kicking off the new school year together and would love to see your first-day smiles.

📸 Share your back-to-school photos with us by using #CFTogether or email them to news@chagrinschools.org.

Let’s celebrate the start of a great year! 🐯🧡🖤
#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Welcome back!
Same Friendly Face, New Exciting Place! 🎉

Join us in celebrating these amazing teachers in their new roles:
Ms Switzer – MTSS, Gurney
Mrs. Garrett – MTSS, CFIS
Ms Boka – Intervention Specialist, CFIS
Mrs. Behrens – Intervention Specialist, CFMS

Congratulations!
#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls 🧡🖤
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Switzer - MTSS at Gurney
Garrett - MTSS at CFIS
Boka - Intervention specialist at CFIS
Behrens - Intervention Specialist at CFMS
Throwback Thursday takes us back to 1985, when our yearbook photographers caught longtime high school custodian Ray Markuszka in action, raising the flag.

Ray’s spirit and dedication left a lasting mark on Chagrin Schools. Yesterday, we carried on his legacy by presenting our 20-year service award, now named in his honor, to this year’s recipients.

If you remember Ray, we’d love to hear your stories of how he made a difference in your time at Chagrin Falls.

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Throwback to 1985, custodian Ray Markuszka raising the flag

Teachers and staff are back!
We kicked off the new school year this morning with Convocation, celebrating our dedicated team and honoring recipients of the Ray Markuszka Award for their 20 years of service to Chagrin Falls Schools. A special thank you to our students who spoke so warmly about the lasting impact these honorees have had on their lives. Your words made the celebration even more meaningful

Congratulations to all our award recipients — and thank you for all that you do! 🎉🧡🖤 Thank you PTO for all that you do to support our teachers and honorees! 🐯

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers

3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Ray Markuszka Award Honorees.
Ray Markuszka Award Honorees.

Join us in celebrating our Staff Member and Teacher of the Year!

🧡 Meredith Beesing, Administrative Assistant, High School Guidance

🧡Rachel Gebler, Kindergarten

Congratulations and well deserved!

#chagrinschools #chagrintigers #cftogether

3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Meredith Beesing, High School Guidance, Staff member of the year 2025
Rachel Gebler, Teacher of the Year 2025
Excited for a new school year? We are too!

Just a reminder...
Annual update forms must be completed BEFORE you can access Infinite Campus to see student schedules, bus routes OR pay school fees. Don't wait!
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Annual update forms must be completed BEFORE you can access Infinite Campus to see student schedules, bus routes OR pay school fees.