NEWS FROM THE ELEMENTARY

Max Soviak football game

Dear Edison Students and Families,

Edison Local Schools is proud to partner with the Corpsman Maxton W. Soviak Memorial Foundation for a special Salute to Service Football Game as the Edison Chargers take on Northwood.

This special evening is an opportunity for our entire Edison community to come together to honor our veterans, recognize those who have served our country, and support organizations that serve veterans and their families.

Salute to Service Football Game
Edison vs. Northwood
Friday, September 11, 2026
Game Time: 7:00 p.m.
Special Events Begin: 6:00 p.m.

Veterans will receive FREE admission to the game. Veterans should enter to the left of the ticket booth to sign in.

Veterans are invited to enjoy the game and refreshments from the Bickley Outdoor Balcony. For veterans who are unable to climb stairs, a special seating area will be available on the high jump pad in the end zone near the field house.

Help Us Fill the Trailer!
The Humane Society of Erie County has generously donated dogs that have been evaluated and determined eligible to be trained as service dogs for veterans. We are asking the Edison community to help support this effort by donating much-needed supplies to the Humane Society of Erie County.

Requested donations include:

Bleach
Non-clumping cat litter
Heavy-duty 13-gallon trash bags
New dog toys for hard chewers
Canned cat/kitten food
Paper towels
Toilet paper
Canned sensitive-stomach dog food
Sensitive-stomach cat & kitten food
Kleenex
Feline probiotics
White printer paper
Powder laundry detergent
Rescue disinfectant gallons
Gas cards
Donation Drop-Off Locations
Donations may be dropped off at any Edison school:

Edison Elementary School – Main Office
Edison Middle School – Main Office
Edison High School – Athletic Office

The Corpsman Maxton W. Soviak Foundation trailer will also be located outside the football field during the game. Please consider bringing a donation with you on September 11 and helping us FILL THE TRAILER!

More Salute to Service Activities
The evening will feature several special activities and community partners, including:

Firelands Military Vehicle Group – Military vehicles, including some from World War II, will be available for everyone to see, touch, sit in, photograph, and learn about.
Erie County Veteran Services – Representatives will be available to provide information and resources for veterans and their families.
Corpsman Maxton W. Soviak Memorial Foundation – Helping our community honor and remember one of our own hometown heroes, as well as supporting veterans in need.
Humane Society of Erie County – Supporting the mission of the Humane Society of Erie County, including the training of service dogs for veterans.
Salute to Service T-Shirts
Show your support by purchasing the official Salute to Service T-shirt.

Orders must be placed online by September 2, 2026. There will be no extra shirts ordered and no reprints after the deadline.

Order online at: PelzShirtShack.com

Shirt pickup will be available at the EHS cafeteria on Thursday, September 10, from 5:00–7:00 p.m.

We hope you will join us for this very special evening. Whether you attend the game, purchase a shirt, donate supplies, or simply take a moment to thank a veteran, every act of support matters.

Let’s come together as Edison Chargers to honor those who have served, support our veterans, and remember the sacrifices made on behalf of our country.

Honor. Respect. Support. United.

We look forward to seeing you on Friday, September 11th!

Go Chargers!

Thank you,
Cory Smith
Edison Local Schools Administration

Kindergarten Reminders

Just a couple reminders as we get ready for kindergarten classes to begin next week:

Only BOYS will come to school on Monday, August 24
Only GIRLS will come to school on Tuesday, August 25
ALL students will begin school on Wednesday, August 26
If you are bringing your kindergarten student to school they will enter the main doors in the front of the buidling. ALL students K-3 enter the building from 8:45-9:00 using the main entrance door. You will be able to walk your child to class until Friday, August 28.
If you are picking your kindergarten student up from school you will report to the Quad area where you went for KRA testing. Please have your name tag ready so that your child can be dismissed to you in a safe manner.
Thank you,
David Hermes
Edison Elementary School Administration

First Day Info.

It was great to see all the smiling faces coming through the doors of Edison Elementary this morning!! Just a couple reminders as we start the new school year:

--Parents may walk their child to class through Friday, August 28. Starting Monday, August 31 parents will not be permitted to enter the building with their child. We will have staff members available to offer assistance if students still need help finding their classroom.
--If you are not using Morning Care services the doors don't open until 8:45. Students being dropped off have until 9:00 to check in to their homeroom before they are marked tardy.
The east side of Main Street in front of the building is for dropoff and pickup only. You may NOT leave your vehicle. If you wish to leave your vehicle for any reason you must park on the west side of Main Street or in the parking lot by the A-Field. Our goal is to keep traffic moving and get all of the students into the building safely. We need everyone to follow these guidelines so things run smoothly.
--PaySchools Central - If you are creating a PaySchools account it will ask you for your child's ID. You can find that ID# in Final Forms. It will then ask you to choose a school. Please choose Edison Chargers. There is another Edison Local Schools in Ohio so we are listed as Edison Chargers. If you are looking to add funds to your child's Morning Care account please use the dropdown box and choose Optional Fees. If you have any questions please contact the elementary office
--Please be patient with school transportation for the first few weeks. The times may be off the first couple weeks due to the number of students riding the bus.
As always, if you ever have questions please don't hesitate to contact us. We are looking forward to a great year at Edison Elementary!!

Thank you,
David Hermes
Edison Elementary School Administration

Orientation

Just a reminder that Edison Elementary student orientation will be tonight from 5:00-7:00. Please make sure you read the attached letter regarding tonight's orientation. If you are not a kindergarten student or new enrollment for grades 1-3, you should NOT show up until 5:30. Teachers may not be in their classrooms so please pay attention to your assigned time. All kindergarten students and new enrollments for grades 1-3 should report to the gym by no later than 5:00 for a meeting with Mr. Hermes. As always, we will offer a bus ride for all of our kindergarten students and they will be supervised until parents are done with their meetings. Parents may then pick up thier kindergarten child on the back playground and take them to visit their classroom.

During orientation we will have multiple stations set up in the cafeteria for you to visit. Stations include:

PTO
EL Support
Girl Scouts
Lifewise
Cafeteria - Add $$ to your child's lunch account for extra items
School Fees - Pay your $30 fee with cash or check
Transportation - If riding a bus and have a question please visit tonight!
After School Care

Attachments:
2026-27 Orientation Information K-3
2026-27 Edison Elementary Orientation Letter
26-27 Preschool Orientation Info
Thank you,

David Hermes

Football Policy

August 17, 2026

Dear Student and Parent,

Please be advised that the following guidelines will be in effect at all High School and Middle School sporting events held at the Edison High School's Freedom Field.

FOOTBALL STADIUM POLICY

1. All students are expected to sit in the bleachers.

2. Students will not be permitted to loiter under or behind the bleachers.

3. For safety purposes - students and young children will not be permitted to play in the confines of the Athletic Complex.

4. Young children should be accompanied and supervised by an adult.

5. Spectators will not be permitted on the track or football field before, during or after any event.

6. Please do not bring footballs, soccer balls, etc. You will be asked to leave them at the gate.

It is our hope these guidelines make sporting events safe and more enjoyable for everyone in attendance. Your cooperation in this matter is appreciated!

Sincerely,

Nick Wenzel
Principal

Kristen Hayden
Athletic Director

Ben Chaffee
Middle School Principal

David Hermes
Elementary Principal

Cory Smith
Superintendent

Super Charger Shirts

We are once again offering an online store for our Super Charger T-Shirts. If you would like to order any shirts for your family please complete the online order form using the link below. All orders are due by no later than Friday, August 28. Shirts will be delivered to Edison Elementary and sent home with your child.

https://supercharger.spiritsale.com/

Thank you,
David Hermes
Edison Elementary School Administration

Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA)

The state of Ohio requires school districts to administer the Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA) to all kindergarten students within the first 20 days of school. This year our kindergarten staff will be administering this assessment from August 19-21. Your child will NOT come to school on these three days other than during the time of their scheduled appointment. You will enter the kindergarten doors in the quad just like you did for kindergarten screening and one of our staff members will get you checked in. Please use the links below to sign your child up for their KRA appointment. If you do not know who your child's homeroom teacher is please check the website as they were posted this morning. Click on your child's homeroom teacher's link to sign them up for an appointment. You will only choose ONE appointment time when completing the registration form. If you need to change your appointment you must contact your child's homeroom teacher via email. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact Mr. Hermes or Mrs. Baehr in the elementary office.

Ms. Harrington - https://forms.gle/fQ7A8JH52iwJ3rZAA

Mrs. Ketchum - https://forms.gle/KADZX3uxVH1XJ4VN8

Mrs. Frederick - https://forms.gle/BMLE7ijvQnjj43UP9

Mrs. Peugeot - https://forms.gle/gAhbDfGhj4nkG4Ev9

Ms. Neel - https://forms.gle/YBmxypx95xFCdmqJ9

OhioSEE Program

Edison Elementary is partnering with the OhioSEE program to offer vision services to some of our students. Please see the attached letter for details. If your child qualifies for these services our school nurse will be in contact with you.

OhioSEE Information

Elementary Principal