PJ Day + Flashlights = the Joy of Reading!

Mrs. Arcaro’s 2nd graders recently hit their reading stamina goal of 20 minutes of silent reading 🎉 To celebrate, they cozied up in PJs and grabbed flashlights for some extra-fun reading time. 📖🔦

When you mix books, pajamas, and a little glow, reading becomes pure magic. 💡📚

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
28 days ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Students reading books using flashlights.
Students reading books using flashlights.
Students reading books using flashlights.
Students reading books using flashlights.
Students reading books using flashlights.
Students reading books using flashlights.
🧡🖤 Gurney Loves Grandparents! 🧡🖤
Today Gurney welcomed grandparents and special guests to connect with students through poems, conversations, and even a “Turn and Talk” — a strategy we use in ELA classrooms. The room was filled with big smiles and meaningful connections.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in making this day so special!

#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinFalls #ChagrinTigers
about 1 month ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney love grandparents day, students coloring and sharing a snack with loved ones.
Gurney Preschool has available space for 3.5-4.5 potty trained students in one of our morning classes.

Gurney Preschool is an inclusive early childhood education program where children of all abilities can learn, grow, and thrive. Our program embraces a cohesive approach to education, blending structured activities with play-based learning to promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

To learn more: carrey.nielsen@chagrinschools.org
about 1 month ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Gurney Preschool has available space for 3.5-4.5 potty trained students in one of our morning classes. Gurney Preschool is an inclusive early childhood education program where children of all abilities can learn, grow, and thrive. Our program embraces a cohesive approach to education, blending structured activities with play-based learning to promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. To learn more: carrey.nielsen@chagrinschools.org

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 1 month 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 1 month ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
2000 homecoming queen being interviewed by the local news.
Gurney students stepped outside the classroom for a hands-on bus safety lesson with our amazing bus drivers! 🚌✨

Students learned to always watch for the driver’s signals before boarding. Drivers raise their hand to signal WAIT and lower it to show it’s safe to cross or get on the bus.

They also practiced how to safely cross the street near a school bus and reviewed the rules for riding.

A big thank you to our transportation team for teaching these important skills and making it fun! 👏

#ChagrinFalls #ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers
about 2 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
Bus safety lessons at Gurney with bus drivers
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
2 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
2 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!
2 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.
2 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
invitation to ai forum
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
2 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
2 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Welcome back!
Mr Carpenter, Mrs Ceci and Mortimer had a great time at the Kindergarten play date tonight! We can't wait for our newest tigers to join us at school! 🖤🧡🐯
2 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Mr carpenter, Mrs Ceci and Mortimer at the gurney playground
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 🧡🖤
2 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.
Be the Reason Lunchtime is Their Favorite Time!

Our school lunch staff do more than serve food — they create welcoming spaces, fuel learning, and brighten students’ days one tray at a time! 💫

We're looking for a dedicated Food Service Worker (3 hours/day - 10:30am - 1:30pm) to join our incredible team. If you're energetic, reliable, and love making a difference behind the scenes, this role is for you!

➡️ Help prep, serve, and spread smiles
➡️ Support student nutrition and wellness
➡️ Be part of a team that matters

Apply today and bring your positive energy to the kitchen! 🧡🖤
#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinFalls #ChagrinTigers
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Chagrin Schools is hiring food service staff, 3 hours per day, chagrinschools.org/jobs
The countdown to a new school year is on and that means it is time to meet our new teachers. We are thrilled to welcome this talented group of educators to Gurney Elementary!

🍎Mr. Carpenter - Principal
🍎Mrs. Berger - Preschool
🍎Señora Popovich - Spanish

Welcome to Chagrin Falls Schools!

Join us over the next week as we welcome new teachers and celebrate teachers who are taking on new roles.

🐯🖤🧡
#ChagrinSchools #CFtogether #ChagrinTigers #ChagrinFalls
3 months ago, Chagrin Falls Schools
Welcome to chagrin Mrs Berger
Welcome to chagrin Mr Carpenter
Welcome to Chagrin Senora!