Shanahan Middle School News
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April 11 Meeting Summary
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Congratulations to these outstanding students!
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Olentangy recognized for accounting excellence.
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$2.3 million will fund advanced manufacturing student pathways.
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Registration begins March 1. For students grades 1-12 interested in flourishing beyond the school year.
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View showtimes and purchase tickets.
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Congratulations to these outstanding students!
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Peachblow Crossing Elementary will open for students in the fall of 2024.
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This is the 22nd consecutive year that Olentangy Schools has received the coveted award.
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Olentangy is the first school district in the state of Ohio to hold the certification.
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Recognized three years in a row.
Test results emailed June 7.
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Mr. Meyer will begin as Superintendent on June 1, 2023.
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$1.425 million will fund physical safety and security upgrades.
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The $3.5 million of additional state funding provides just an additional 4 - 5 days of operating cash each year.