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Winter Coat Distribution at Escuela
12/03/2025
Students at Escuela SMART Academy will be able to choose a donated winter coat to help keep them warm during the cold weather.
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Woodward Thanksgiving Lunch
11/22/2025
Woodward High School hosted its annual Thanksgiving lunch for students and staff, complete with turkey and all the trimmings. Turkeys for the lunch have been donated by RFS Behavioral Health.
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Blanket Distribution at Navarre
11/21/2025
On Thursday, November 20 Jackie Moore, Director of the Traumatic Brain Injury Resource Center visited Navarre Elementary School to distribute blankets to first and second grade students. Approximately 70 blankets have been donated to students.
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Hawkins Imagination Station Movie
11/17/2025
Hawkins STEAM took a field trip to Imagination Station to celebrate two of our very own — Levi and Asher — featured in the film “Ohio - Wild at Heart” in the IMAX Theater.
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Homeless Youth Awareness Month
11/14/2025
It takes a village! It is Homeless Youth Awareness Month. School staff are vital members of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education and Resource Team's village, working together to identify and support students experiencing housing instability and connecting families to resources.
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Golden Apple Program
11/12/2025
Golden Apple Club members are admitted free of charge to all Toledo Public Schools home athletic events, except for all-star games, city championships, state tournament events. We advise you to call on or before the day of the scheduled event to make sure it is not sold out. When you arrive at the event, simply show your Golden Apple card at the door for admission.
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Bowsher Veterans Day Program
11/11/2025
Bowsher High School hosted its annual Veterans Day program in the school’s military wing.
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Ambulance Simulator
11/10/2025
Dr. Durant joined students and staff at Toledo Pre-Med and Health Science Academy for a demonstration of the new ambulance simulator at the school.
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Kelvin Ransey School Visit
11/05/2025
Kelvin Ransey, a Toledo native and Macomber High School basketball standout who went on to play at the Ohio State University and the NBA, recently visited Martin Luther King Jr. Academy for Boys.
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Grant Donation Recognition
11/03/2025
Dr. Durant joined Oakdale Elementary Principal Bob Yenrick, staff, students, and members of the Oakdale PTO, to recognize several donors for a variety of school activities and projects:
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Waite Mural
10/30/2025
Dr. Durant, Dr. Tom and Betsy Brady, and artist Dean Davis celebrate the completion of the new mural on the outside wall of Waite High School's football stadium.
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My Voice Matters
10/28/2025
It’s My Voice Matters Week! Every student has a voice — and every voice has power. This week, our schools are holding mock elections and discussions to help students understand how participation shapes our community and future.
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Fall Festival
10/26/2025
Fall Festival takes place on two campuses Natural Science Campus and Hawkins STEAM Academy
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Literacy Under the Lights
10/17/2025
Beverly Elementary hosted its “Literacy Under the Lights” event at the Bowsher football stadium.
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NextStep 2025
10/15/2025
Next Step is Toledo Public Schools’ largest college and career tech event of the year, held from Tuesday, October 14 through Thursday, October 16 at the Glass City Center, 401 Jefferson Ave.
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High School Choir, Orchestra Concert Schedule
10/13/2025
High School Choir, Orchestra Concert Schedule. All concerts are free and open to the public.
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Annual Notice for College Credit Plus
10/07/2025
The College Credit Plus (CCP) program enables public students in grades 7 to 12 in Ohio to enroll in classes at public colleges or universities in the state. If classes are successfully completed, students can earn credits for their high school and college transcripts.
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BGSU, TPS Partner on new Pathway
10/02/2025
BGSU and TPSProud have entered into a new partnership today to establish a pathway program to expand access to aviation education and in-demand careers while meeting workforce needs in Ohio and beyond.
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The Catalyst - A TPS Newsletter Fall 2025
10/01/2025
A Toledo Public Schools quarterly publication for our families, alumni and community members.
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William Henry Harrison – His Life and Times
09/30/2025
The TPS Local History Lecture Series continues at Waite High School at 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 9 featuring local historian Frank Butwin who will be presenting “William Henry Harrison – His Life and Times” in first person.
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Four TPS Magnet Schools in NICHE Top 5
09/29/2025
Niche has released its 2026 Best Magnet High Schools in Ohio rankings, with four of the top five on the list being TPS schools.
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McKinley Career Tech Week
09/26/2025
Students at McKinley STEMM Academy are taking part in Career Tech Week activities dressed up as a professional in their chosen career path. This is part of the school’s “Pathways to Success in Careers” initiative to connect students to career opportunities.
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DeVilbiss Wellness Room Opening
09/23/2025
Students at Toledo Technology Academy of Engineering and the Toledo Pre-Medical and Health Science Academy have a new outlet to relax, recharge and focus on their mental well-being.
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Homecoming Dress Sale
09/19/2025
Start High School's fashion marketing students are hosting a homecoming dress sale. September 27 and 28 for 10am to 4pm both days in the school's main lobby. $25/dress, menswear also on sale, cash only.
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When Phones Leave the Classroom
09/12/2025
Take a moment to listen to a podcast hosted by Steven Flagg. It features Deputy Superintendent James Gant, who discusses Ohio’s new law on student cell phones. The discussion covers why TPS implemented the policy early, how parents can stay connected to their children during the school day, and what students stand to gain when phones are put away.
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Navarre Lunch with TPD cadets
09/08/2025
Members of the Toledo Police Department’s academy class joined students at Navarre Elementary for lunch on Friday, September 5.
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TPS Attendance Framework
09/04/2025
Attendance is a critical factor for success for both students and staff within Toledo Public Schools. District leadership identifies seven key pillars essential for improving attendance. When these pillars are effectively implemented, overall attendance is expected to improve.
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McKinley wins Save the Music grant
09/03/2025
Congratulations to McKinley STEMM Academy music teacher Cassie Vogelpohl. She successfully applied for a $30,000 Save the Music grant.
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Pre-Med first day at Mercy
08/26/2025
TPS and Mercy Health completed a project to expand the academy to include nine classrooms, two science labs, multiple study spaces and offices at the Mercy College location. The academy will now operate between two locations, at the former DeVilbiss High School, 3301 Upton Ave., and at the Mercy College campus.
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TPS Local History Lecture Series - Jeep History
08/15/2025
Save the date! Our TPS Local History Lecture Series kicks off this year at Bowsher High School at 7:00 PM on Thursday, September 11th.
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Back to School - High School
08/11/2025
Welcome back, TPS High School Families!
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Back to School Message - Elementary
08/11/2025
Welcome back, TPS Elementary School Families!
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Cell Phone Free Education
07/11/2025
Beginning in August, Toledo Public Schools will become a cell phone-free school district. This means that students will not have access to their cell phones or personal electronic devices during the school day.
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Ready, Set, Go TPS!
07/08/2025
It's Not Too Late: Enroll Your Child at TPS! TPS is holding a registration event on July 28 from 11am-6pm. At 1609 N. Summit St., Toledo, OH.
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2025-2026 Budget
06/26/2025
TPS Board Approves 2025-26 Budget: Focusing on Student Success
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Youth football camp
06/17/2025
Football fever is heating up this week at Scott High School during the Carnel Smith Youth Football Camp.
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Camp Invention
06/16/2025
Thinking caps on: Grove Patterson Academy hosted Camp Invention last week. More than 70 K-5 students are enjoyed a hands-on exploration of science, technology and engineering through a partnership with the National Inventors Hall of Fame.
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TPS Psychologist Honored by U of Toledo
06/10/2025
Congratulations to Sarah Darrow, a school psychologist for Larchmont Elementary and Toledo Technology Academy of Engineering for winning the 2025 The University of Toledo School Psychology Outstanding Alumni Award.
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Sports Physical Openings
06/06/2025
TPS Proud community, three of our Health Centers will be open this summer and have appointments available for sports physicals.
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New Use for Old Tree Logs
06/03/2025
Dr. Durant joined a group of students from the Aerospace & Natural Science Academy of Toledo using a portable sawmill to shape boards from trees which were recently cut down on the Scott Park campus. The boards shaped from the logs will be used for projects at NSTC during the next school year.
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Bowsher High School Graduation 2025
05/28/2025
May 27th Bowsher High School held it's graduation ceremony at Savage Hall at the University of Toledo. Congratulations to our graduates! We are #TPSProud of them and their bright futures!
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Ability Games - Woodward
05/19/2025
A celebration of sports and highlights the joy of competing and doing your personal best.
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Ribbon Cutting of Pre-Med Expansion
05/14/2025
Ribbon cutting today for the expansion of the Pre-Medical and Health Science Academy at Mercy College of Ohio. Sophomore students will attend classes there full time starting in August.
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2025 Changemaker in Education
05/13/2025
Start High School’s Tim Pettaway was recognized by the Total Purpose Scholarship Foundation as its Distinguished Teacher of the Year. Congratulations!
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Amazing Shake
05/12/2025
Students at the Toledo Pre-Medical and Health Science Academy are learning about professionalism with its Amazing Shake contest. Judges will score students on handshake, eye contact and confidence.
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Muffins with Moms
05/11/2025
Thank you moms! Harvard Elementary hosted a “Muffins with Moms” event to celebrate all mother figures and the support they provide our students.
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Ability Games - Rogers
05/09/2025
A celebration of sports and highlights the joy of competing and doing your personal best.
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Manhattan Marsh Expo
05/09/2025
Chase STEMM Academy wrapped up a year-long schoolwide project-based learning initiative, a student-led effort in creating new signage to help the community learn more about the five native bird species which call Metroparks Toledo's Manhattan Marsh home.
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Important Information Re: Graduation Participation
05/08/2025
With graduation ceremonies quickly approaching, we want to share key reminders with students and families to ensure these events are memorable for all. These reminders include expectations for the members of the Class of 2025.
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Educator Academy Announced
05/07/2025
TPS has received a $1 million gift from Dr. Tom and Betsy Brady earmarked for the Brady Educator and Social Services Academy opening on the Scott Park campus for the 2026-27 academic year.
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Apex Summer School Program 2025
05/07/2025
TPS APEX SUMMER ACADEMY JUNE 2-26, 2025 •In-School Morning Lab Sessions 2-4 Days a Week •TPS Comprehensive High Schools
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TTA Students Launch Weather Balloon
05/06/2025
Four Seniors in the Alternative Energy Course at Four Toledo Technology Academy of Engineering are launched their Senior Capstone Project for NearSpace & NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration a high altitude weather balloon on the campus of Defiance Elementary School.
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Purple Star School
05/01/2025
The Purple Star Award recognizes schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military.
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Celebration of Excellence 2025
04/30/2025
Celebration of Excellence - an evening to recognize our valedictorians and salutatorians.
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TPS Named Liaison for Ohio's 250th
04/29/2025
Did you know that the United States will celebrate its semi-quin-centennial (that’s 250 years) in 2026. The America 250-Ohio Commission is charged with leading Ohio’s celebration of this milestone.
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Raising Rodents
04/28/2025
Students at the Natural Science Technology Center have wrapped up a rodent breeding project, raising more than 700 rodents which are being donated to Nature’s Nursery, a local wildlife rehab center.
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Arbor Day Tree Planting
04/25/2025
Students from Martin Luther King Jr. Academy for Boys joined the City of Toledo for a tree planting event at Smith Park on Arbor Day.
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Fish Release
04/25/2025
Students and staff from the Natural Science Technology Center released 30 fish into the pond at Scott Park as part of efforts to turn it into a recreational fishing pond.
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NSTC Annual Plant Sale
04/24/2025
NSTC Plant Sales May 9, 10
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Youth Hiring Event
04/23/2025
TPS teamed up with Lucas County Workforce Development to host a youth hiring event for high school juniors and seniors to connect students to employment opportunities.
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NASA Prototype
04/14/2025
Chevilyn Irwin (second from left) and Nataly Diaz-Sanchez (middle), two students with Waite High School's NASA HUNCH Club, are taking part in a Final Design Showcase at the Johnson Space Center in Houston.
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Westfield Gives Back
04/10/2025
Two teams. Two days. Westfield fills food 502 bags for the Islamic Food Bank of Toledo. Great work Westfield!
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Spring 2025 Concert Series
04/09/2025
Join us for a spectacular celebration of talent at our High School Spring Concerts! Experience the joy of music as our talented students take the stage to showcase their hard work and creativity. Don't miss this vibrant showcase of passion and artistry. Save the dates, gather your family, and let’s support our young musicians!
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TPS Scholar is Ohio Youth of the Year
04/07/2025
Tyreese Blue II, a member of Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo’s Schoenrock Family Club is the Ohio Youth of the Year.
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Hawkins Bird Box Installation
04/04/2025
Second and third grade students at Hawkins STEMM Academy installed bird boxes they designed and decorated aimed at assisting the eastern bluebird population. Thanks to project partner Inspired Lumber Workshop.
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Kick Off of the Scott Park Campus Renovation
04/03/2025
Dr. Durant was joined by board members and community leaders to celebrate the launch of the renovation of the Scott Park campus. Coming in the fall of 2026.
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Cops and Kids Chess 2025
03/27/2025
Check, mate: it’s the annual Cops vs Kids chess tournament held at Jones Leadership Academy of Business last evening.
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TTA Students Qualify for State Competition
03/25/2025
Congrats to the 60+ students from TTA who competed at the regional competition for National History Day at BGSU this year! 18 students have qualified to move on to the state competition next Monday at Capital University in Columbus.
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Prom Dress Sale 2025
03/24/2025
New and Gently used affordable dresses long or short for $25.00. “My Sister’s Closet Boutique” is sponsored by the Start Fashion Marketing - DECA II Club offering affordable dresses to girls who might otherwise have difficulty in buying special occasion wear for prom, graduation and social occasions.
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20th Annual Chess Tournament
03/22/2025
GRADES 3RD-12TH All area students may enter You don’t have to be a member of an active chess club, chess team or coach in order to participate – you just have to enjoy the challenge of chess. You can register as an individual or a team of three or more members.
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Here is a list of dates and times for our 2025 graduation ceremonies.
2025 TPS Graduation Schedule
03/20/2025
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NSTC/UC partnership program
03/18/2025
Biology meets engineering through a new partnership between the Natural Science Technology Center and the University of Cincinnati.
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The Catalyst - A TPS Newsletter Spring 2025
03/14/2025
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Playground Playhouse Build
03/13/2025
Students from Start High School’s Residential Remodeling program have built an outdoor playground playhouse for the students at Grove Patterson Academy.
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Superintendent Wins National Award
03/11/2025
Dr. Durant for his efforts on leveraging innovative technology and practices to improve outcomes, efficiency and sustainability at TPS.
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Living Wax Museum
02/24/2025
Third grade students at The Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls hosted their Wax Museum event, portraying famous women who have achieved and inspired.
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Stewart Sendoff Celebration
02/21/2025
The Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls hosted a celebration event for a second grade student who’s going to Walt Disney World this weekend, a wish granted by ⁦Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.
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SMARTS - Student group board meeting
02/20/2025
Tonight’s special board meeting was organized by students representing SMARTS (Students Making Achievements Right This Second) where they presented their study and plans for addressing mental health. They did an amazing job and are making a difference amongst their peers.
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Jones Leadership Honduras Mission Trip
02/19/2025
5 students at Jones Leadership Academy of Business, along with 5 TPS staff members (combination of teachers, administrators), will be traveling to Comayagua, Honduras February 7-14 for a service trip which will include assisting with the construction of a home for a family in need.
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TPS Annual Chess Tournament
02/17/2025
On February 15, the museum and Toledo Public Schools will hosted our Annual Chess Tournament in the Great Gallery of The Toledo Museum of Art. The tournament coincided with their African Art and Imagery in Black and White exhibit.
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Silver Gloves Tournament Winner
02/14/2025
Congratulations to Ta'John Chaney, a middle school student at Robinson Elementary, who recently competed in the 2025 National Silver Gloves tournament. He was victorious in his age/weight division, winning the championship belt. His favorite motivational quote: "Winning is Everything".
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Shoe Donation
02/10/2025
204 pairs of shoes were donated, ensuring that children from Pickett and the surrounding community received new shoes along with two pairs of socks.
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Opening of Start Sensory Room
02/05/2025
The goal is to create a place for students with sensory or behavioral needs to decompress and rejuvenate through working out and hanging out. The project was started by a student, Markeysha Coley, in a College and Career Math class. With support from a Toledo Foundation grant, the new space is ready for serving its purpose.
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Rosa Parks Birthday Activities
02/04/2025
Students and staff at Rosa Parks Elementary hosted activities to celebrate Rosa Parks’ birthday, which was on February 4, 1913. Activities included discussion about the Montgomery bus boycott, a Civil Rights gallery walk, and all students will gathered in the school gym to sing Happy Birthday.
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Judith’s Reading Room - Donation
02/04/2025
Thanks to Judith’s Reading Room for its support of the Real Men READ-y reading program at Martin Luther King Jr Academy for Boys: $1,500 worth of books and materials.
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TPS Adjusting Facility Rental Fees
02/03/2025
Toledo Public Schools is updating its fee structure for renting various district facilities, including athletic fields, gymnasiums, and indoor venues such as theaters and cafeterias.
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TPS Fine Arts Festivals 2025
01/31/2025
During each event, you will discover... • Musical performances by students in orchestra, band and choir • Art demonstrations • “Make It and Take It” art projects • Student artwork for sale at some schools Click for dates.
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Coats for Kids
01/29/2025
Community partner appreciation: thanks to Susie’s Coats for Kids, helping to distribute donated coats, hats and gloves to elementary students around the district.
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An Egg-citing Classroom Activity
01/28/2025
Engineering challenge and Rosa Parks Elementary.
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A Visitor's Vernacular Vehicle
01/24/2025
ELA class at TPS Longfellow Elementary School for a lesson in developing writing skills.
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Student Teacher Shows her generosity
01/17/2025
Student Teacher at Garfield Elementary shows her generosity.
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Food for Thought
01/13/2025
Lead Counselor for TPS picks up and delivers 500+ food bags weekly from Islamic Food Bank of Toledo to our TPS schools.
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Bob Vasquez Named TPS Board President
01/08/2025
Toledo voters elect five people to serve on the Board for four-year terms. Board members are dedicated to the education of all children in the TPS District and are accountable to the community. They research issues; lobby for the district's fair share of money from local, state and federal legislators; attend school events; represent TPS on multiple task forces; discuss and vote on policy issues and approve recommendations from the superintendent of schools and the TPS treasurer on curriculum, personnel and finances.
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Scott Senior named to BGSU Falcon Choir
12/31/2024
Keon Craig selected as one of 160 students from around the state to take part in the Bowling Green State University Falcon Choir Festival.
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The Catalyst - A TPS Newsletter Winter 2024
12/19/2024
A Toledo Public Schools quarterly publication for our families, alumni and community members.
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Play of the Year?
12/14/2024
Waite linebacker makes one-handed interception to earn top spot on Sports Center's Top 10 plays.
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Student Report Cards Going Paperless
12/10/2024
Toledo Public Schools will transition to a paperless system for report cards and progress report using Home Access Center formerly Parent Portal).
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Fallen Heroes Program
12/06/2024
High school students in the distance learning lab’s history class are remembering Toledoans killed in action during World War II as part of the Fallen Heroes project.
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Save the Music grant
11/21/2024
Birmingham Elementary School has received the district’s first Intro to Music Grant through the Save The Music Foundation. This includes $27,000 worth of new musical instruments and supplies.
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Aspiring Young Educators Conference
11/12/2024
The Aspiring Educators Program supports, develops, and empowers diverse, pre-service teachers with the resources, networks, and opportunities to excel as educators and leaders, both as students and throughout their career.
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