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- Provide important updates about the district, including upcoming events, schedule changes, school closings, etc.
- Share stories that show our students achie

ving excellence in their lives
- Work as a two-way communication and feedback tool regarding school-related issues
- Educate residents about community opportunities available at the schools
- Encourage residents to take an active interest in the schools and participate in school events

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09/04/2026
Catch up on the latest news, updates, and happenings across Berea City Schools in the September 1, 2026 newsletter: đź”— ht...
09/01/2026

Catch up on the latest news, updates, and happenings across Berea City Schools in the September 1, 2026 newsletter:
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Inside this newsletter
• Highlights from the start of the 2026-2027 school year
• Important dates, reminders, and district updates
• Student learning and activities happening across our schools
• Athletics news and upcoming events
• Family resources, announcements, and more

08/28/2026

There’s nothing quite like cutting the ribbon on your very own classroom! 💙🧡 We are so excited to celebrate two of our newest Big Creek teachers, Miss Leonardi & Mrs. Traster!

We’re so lucky to have them as part of our Big Creek family and can’t wait to see all of the learning, laughter, and memories that will happen inside these rooms this year!

The Berea City School District Board of Education has selected Berea-Midpark High School Principal Dr. Mark Smithberger ...
08/28/2026

The Berea City School District Board of Education has selected Berea-Midpark High School Principal Dr. Mark Smithberger to succeed Superintendent Tracy Wheeler following her retirement. Smithberger will officially begin serving as superintendent on August 1, 2027.

Wheeler remains Superintendent of Berea City Schools and will continue to lead the district throughout the entire 2026-27 school year. Smithberger will remain principal of Berea-Midpark High School during the 2026-27 school year, continuing to lead the high school and fulfill the responsibilities of his current position.

The Board conducted the superintendent search in partnership with Finding Leaders. As part of the process, Finding Leaders facilitated focus groups to gather stakeholder input and help develop the leadership profile used in the search. The Board then considered two finalists before selecting Smithberger. Finding Leaders will continue working with the district to support the transition over the coming year.

“We were fortunate to have two outstanding candidates, both of whom brought tremendous strengths to the process,” said Board of Education President Ana Chapman. “After thoughtful consideration, the Board selected Dr. Mark Smithberger as our next superintendent. We are confident he will build upon the strong foundation and successes of our district under Superintendent Tracy Wheeler and continue moving Berea City Schools forward.”

Smithberger has served as principal of Berea-Midpark High School since 2019. Prior to joining Berea City Schools, he served as principal and assistant principal at Strongsville High School. He earned his bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees from Ashland University.

“I want to thank the school board for trusting me to be the next superintendent,” Smithberger said. “I am honored and grateful to serve the Berea City Schools in this capacity.”

Today, we celebrated School Resource Officer Chuck Gute and thanked him for his many years of dedicated service to our s...
08/26/2026

Today, we celebrated School Resource Officer Chuck Gute and thanked him for his many years of dedicated service to our students, staff, and schools.

SRO Gute has been far more than a familiar face at Berea-Midpark High School. He has become an integral member of our district’s Safety and Security Council, helping strengthen our safety practices and bringing valuable knowledge, experience, and care to every conversation. He has made a meaningful difference throughout our district.

Officer Gute, thank you for all you have done for our schools. You will be greatly missed, but the impact of your service will remain. We wish you the very best in retirement and in all that comes next!

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