🐶 Principal Mangun and his furry friend Bernie are bringing the Minerva Running Lions some good luck at Cross Country today! 🦁🏃♂️🐾 Go Lions! #MinervaPride
🎶✨ The Minerva Pride Band Glow Show ✨🎶
Tonight at 8:30 PM! 🌙💡
Don’t miss this awesome performance — see you there! #MinervaPride
Once again, the Lion Faithful showed up big on the road at St. Thomas—bringing amazing energy and school pride! ⭐️👏
Shoutout to the MHS Cheerleaders, Pride of Minerva Band, student section, and fans for the incredible support. We appreciate you!
Go Lions! 🦁 #MinervaPride
🦁 🎶 Here’s the link to the video of the Minerva High School Chamber Choir's outstanding performing the National Anthem:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y4OUbanYWgdvqCo1-VgyJ-peVMLN3Pb4/view?usp=drive_link
✨ Minerva High School had the honor of hosting Pro Football Hall of Famer Randall McDaniel today! ✨
Mr. McDaniel shared his life and career journey, highlighting how the elements of grit helped him achieve success—and how our students can apply those same principles to reach their own goals.
A huge thank you to Mr. McDaniel and the Pro Football Hall of Fame for providing our students with this inspiring and unforgettable opportunity! 🦁🏈
🔔: Check out the September 19 edition of Lions News Network! 🦁 Highlights include the latest updates, game previews, and all the Lions’ action you need to start your week strong. 🎯
📺 Watch & stay in the know → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rm4qK7NtZTY
#MinervaPride
📺 Watch & stay in the know → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rm4qK7NtZTY
#MinervaPride
🎶🇺🇸 The Minerva Chamber Choir delivered a fantastic performance of the National Anthem at tonight’s MHS Volleyball game! Amazing job, Lions! 👏🦁 #MinervaPride
❤️ Our Wall of Positivity is shining bright at Minerva High School during Start with Hello Week!
Students and staff are sharing uplifting thoughts about school, friends, and life—spreading kindness and encouragement all around! 😁
Great job, MHS Lions—we’re so proud of you! 🦁❤️ #MinervaPride
Dear Minerva Local Families,
As part of our ongoing commitment to student safety, Minerva High School and Middle School students were recently trained on the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (Say Something ARS). We want to ensure that all community members are aware of this valuable resource and are encouraged to use it to report any concerns.
The Say Something ARS is a crucial tool that allows students in grades 4-12 to privately and safely share concerns about safety threats or a classmate at risk of self-harm. By taking action when warning signs are observed, we can provide intervention and assistance before a crisis occurs.
You can submit a tip anonymously through multiple reporting options:
Mobile App
Text- Tip to 79775
Phone Hotline- 1-844-572-9669
Website: Use the direct link below, or find it on the Minerva Local Schools website.
Say Something Reporting Link:
https://www.p3campus.com/tipform.aspx?ID=3000&HF=1&Logo=0&X=1&H=0
Maintaining the safety of our school community depends on timely information. Thank you for helping keep Minerva Local Safe- Go Lions!
Sincerely,
Mark Scott
Superintendent- Minerva Local Schools
Minerva Local Schools Website: https://www.mlsd.sparcc.org/
As part of our ongoing commitment to student safety, Minerva High School and Middle School students were recently trained on the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (Say Something ARS). We want to ensure that all community members are aware of this valuable resource and are encouraged to use it to report any concerns.
The Say Something ARS is a crucial tool that allows students in grades 4-12 to privately and safely share concerns about safety threats or a classmate at risk of self-harm. By taking action when warning signs are observed, we can provide intervention and assistance before a crisis occurs.
You can submit a tip anonymously through multiple reporting options:
Mobile App
Text- Tip to 79775
Phone Hotline- 1-844-572-9669
Website: Use the direct link below, or find it on the Minerva Local Schools website.
Say Something Reporting Link:
https://www.p3campus.com/tipform.aspx?ID=3000&HF=1&Logo=0&X=1&H=0
Maintaining the safety of our school community depends on timely information. Thank you for helping keep Minerva Local Safe- Go Lions!
Sincerely,
Mark Scott
Superintendent- Minerva Local Schools
Minerva Local Schools Website: https://www.mlsd.sparcc.org/
On Friday, September 19th, we are thrilled to welcome Pro Football Hall of Famer Randall McDaniel to speak to our MHS students! We are so excited for him to share his experiences and inspiring messages with our staff and students.
Randall McDaniel is a former NFL guard who played for the Minnesota Vikings and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A 12-time Pro Bowl selection and 9-time First-Team All-Pro, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest offensive linemen in NFL history. Known for his exceptional strength and athleticism, McDaniel was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009. Beyond his football career, he is a dedicated advocate for education and youth development, making his visit a special opportunity for our students to learn from a true legend both on and off the field.
This program is brought to us by the HOF Kempthorn Program. The link below is a video courtesy of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f6nv4pIyvYtIm5cpbrheZPdbfUELG8DP/view?usp=drive_link
Randall McDaniel is a former NFL guard who played for the Minnesota Vikings and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A 12-time Pro Bowl selection and 9-time First-Team All-Pro, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest offensive linemen in NFL history. Known for his exceptional strength and athleticism, McDaniel was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009. Beyond his football career, he is a dedicated advocate for education and youth development, making his visit a special opportunity for our students to learn from a true legend both on and off the field.
This program is brought to us by the HOF Kempthorn Program. The link below is a video courtesy of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f6nv4pIyvYtIm5cpbrheZPdbfUELG8DP/view?usp=drive_link
📣 It’s a GREAT Day to be a Minerva Lion! 🦁 A Day for the Record Books! 🏆 The Minerva Boys Golf Team secured the EBC Championship with a team score of 340 at Pleasant View Golf Course! ⛳ At the same time, the Lady Lions captured the EBC Title with an incredible 352 at Zoar Village Golf Club! Together, these two outstanding teams combined for a historic 32 wins during this championship season! 🔥 Congratulations, Lions! 🦁 #MinervaPride
Minerva Local Schools Earns 4-Star Overall Rating on State Report Card!
MINERVA, Ohio – September 15, 2025 – Minerva Local Schools today announced it has earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars on the 2024-2025 Ohio School Report Card, released by the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW). The report card provides a detailed look at the performance of districts and schools across the state, celebrating successes and identifying areas for growth.
The state's rating system evaluates districts in various categories, with a 3-star rating indicating that state expectations have been met. Minerva Local Schools is proud to have met or exceeded state standards in most rated areas, a testament to the collaborative effort between district staff, students, families, and the community.
District Performance Highlights 🌟
The district’s ratings for the 2024-2025 school year are as follows:
Overall Rating: 4 Stars
Gap Closing: 5 Stars (Significantly exceeds state standards for vulnerable student populations)
Graduation Rate: 4 Stars
Achievement: 3 Stars
Progress: 3 Stars
College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness: 3 Stars
Early Literacy: 2 Stars
The district achieved a perfect 5-star rating in Gap Closing, which measures the district’s success in improving performance for all student subgroups.
“I am incredibly proud of our students, staff, and district at large,” said Mark Scott, Superintendent of Minerva Local Schools. “While we certainly know the report card only provides a small part of what we do to support children every day, it speaks volumes about the hard work and dedication of our students and staff. We will continue our tireless approach to our district mission of ‘Every Child, Every Minute, Every Day.’”
Scott Cassidy, Curriculum Director, commented on the results. “We are thrilled to have achieved a 4-star rating! It is a measure of many different aspects of our district and reflects our staff’s commitment to all students. In particular, we are very proud of our 5-star Gap Closing score. This indicates that we are growing all student populations throughout the school year and is something our school community is very proud of.”
The report card also highlights the district's financial efficiency, noting exceptional achievement while spending less per student than the state average.
View the Full Report
Community members can view the report card in its entirety by visiting the ODEW Report Card Portal: https://reportcard.education.ohio.gov/
MINERVA, Ohio – September 15, 2025 – Minerva Local Schools today announced it has earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars on the 2024-2025 Ohio School Report Card, released by the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW). The report card provides a detailed look at the performance of districts and schools across the state, celebrating successes and identifying areas for growth.
The state's rating system evaluates districts in various categories, with a 3-star rating indicating that state expectations have been met. Minerva Local Schools is proud to have met or exceeded state standards in most rated areas, a testament to the collaborative effort between district staff, students, families, and the community.
District Performance Highlights 🌟
The district’s ratings for the 2024-2025 school year are as follows:
Overall Rating: 4 Stars
Gap Closing: 5 Stars (Significantly exceeds state standards for vulnerable student populations)
Graduation Rate: 4 Stars
Achievement: 3 Stars
Progress: 3 Stars
College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness: 3 Stars
Early Literacy: 2 Stars
The district achieved a perfect 5-star rating in Gap Closing, which measures the district’s success in improving performance for all student subgroups.
“I am incredibly proud of our students, staff, and district at large,” said Mark Scott, Superintendent of Minerva Local Schools. “While we certainly know the report card only provides a small part of what we do to support children every day, it speaks volumes about the hard work and dedication of our students and staff. We will continue our tireless approach to our district mission of ‘Every Child, Every Minute, Every Day.’”
Scott Cassidy, Curriculum Director, commented on the results. “We are thrilled to have achieved a 4-star rating! It is a measure of many different aspects of our district and reflects our staff’s commitment to all students. In particular, we are very proud of our 5-star Gap Closing score. This indicates that we are growing all student populations throughout the school year and is something our school community is very proud of.”
The report card also highlights the district's financial efficiency, noting exceptional achievement while spending less per student than the state average.
View the Full Report
Community members can view the report card in its entirety by visiting the ODEW Report Card Portal: https://reportcard.education.ohio.gov/
MINERVA, Ohio – September 15, 2025 – Superintendent Mark Scott of Minerva Local Schools announced today that the district has received the prestigious Ohio Auditor of State Award. This honor recognizes the district's excellence in financial reporting and compliance for the fiscal year 2024.
The award was presented to Treasurer Ashley Beaumariage and her team, assistants Emily Winter and Mandy Mitchell, for their outstanding and transparent accounting practices.
"We have earned this honor several times, but it should not be taken for granted, as less than 8% of Ohio agencies that are eligible receive this award," said Superintendent Scott. "The citizens of Minerva are well served by your outstanding leadership and practices!"
A Mark of Distinction
The Auditor of State Award is presented to entities that meet the criteria of a “clean” audit report. This means the audit report contains no findings for recovery, material citations, material weaknesses, or significant deficiencies. It also signifies that the district uses high ethical standards and best practices in its financial operations.
"Congratulations to Treasurer Beaumariage and her team for outstanding leadership," Superintendent Scott added. "At Minerva Local Schools, we continue to implement best practices and be great stewards of the resources that are entrusted to us. Ashley and her team represent our community with outstanding leadership and care."
Treasurer Ashley Beaumariage accepted the award on behalf of her department. "We are very proud and honored to receive the Auditor of State Award," she stated. "This is a team effort, and we are very excited to continue to work towards this goal every year."
Dawn Baker, the Ohio Auditor of State East Region Liaison, officially presented the award.
Pictured Left to Right: Dawn Baker, Ohio Auditor of State East Region Liaison; Ashley Beaumariage, Minerva Local Treasurer; and Minerva Local Treasurer's Assistants Emily Winter and Mandy Mitchell.
The award was presented to Treasurer Ashley Beaumariage and her team, assistants Emily Winter and Mandy Mitchell, for their outstanding and transparent accounting practices.
"We have earned this honor several times, but it should not be taken for granted, as less than 8% of Ohio agencies that are eligible receive this award," said Superintendent Scott. "The citizens of Minerva are well served by your outstanding leadership and practices!"
A Mark of Distinction
The Auditor of State Award is presented to entities that meet the criteria of a “clean” audit report. This means the audit report contains no findings for recovery, material citations, material weaknesses, or significant deficiencies. It also signifies that the district uses high ethical standards and best practices in its financial operations.
"Congratulations to Treasurer Beaumariage and her team for outstanding leadership," Superintendent Scott added. "At Minerva Local Schools, we continue to implement best practices and be great stewards of the resources that are entrusted to us. Ashley and her team represent our community with outstanding leadership and care."
Treasurer Ashley Beaumariage accepted the award on behalf of her department. "We are very proud and honored to receive the Auditor of State Award," she stated. "This is a team effort, and we are very excited to continue to work towards this goal every year."
Dawn Baker, the Ohio Auditor of State East Region Liaison, officially presented the award.
Pictured Left to Right: Dawn Baker, Ohio Auditor of State East Region Liaison; Ashley Beaumariage, Minerva Local Treasurer; and Minerva Local Treasurer's Assistants Emily Winter and Mandy Mitchell.
🚔🦁 Minerva Local Schools Resource Officer Tony Albertoni brought out his 1927 Model T Roadster today at the Minerva Cars are Stars show! A classic ride from a true Lion supporter! Go Lions! #MinervaPride
🏃♂️🏃♀️ The Long Red Line Shines at the Prestigious Boardman Invitational!
The storied meet brought together some of the best programs in Northeast Ohio and beyond— and the Lions rose to the challenge!
🔥 Varsity Boys – Division III Runner-Up! Rowen Hoffee (16:24) and Anderson Scott (16:25) led the charge, with a strong pack effort from Tyson Fetty, Owen Yoder, Brady First, Fox Johnson, and Kaden Knappenberger to secure the runner-up trophy!
👑 Varsity Girls – CHAMPIONS! The defending state champs proved once again they’re among the elite! Makenzie Beavers (19:05) led the way, Tateum Richard, Addison Keyser, Charlie Galley, Chloe Carson, Taylor McGeorge, and Gabby Lupshu all ran with heart-----with a special gold star for Chloe Carson for coming through big for the team today! 🌟
The Future is Bright! Minerva Middle School Girls – Champions 🏆 Minerva Middle School Boys – Runner-Up 🥈
Pride. Tradition. Excellence.
Go Lions!! 🦁 #MinervaPride
🚨 Big Road Win Alert! 🚨
Lions 5 Cardinals 1
The Minerva Girls Soccer Team hit the road today and won with aggressive offense and strong ball control, spending most of the match in the offensive zone! ⚽️
The Lions outscored the Sandy Valley Cardinals 5-1 and have now won two of their last three games—building strong momentum! 🔥
Go Lions! 🦁 #MinervaPride
Ring the Victory Bell 🔔 Lion Football Fever Hits Magnolia! 🦁🔥 The #MinervaPride Varsity Lions are on a roll—three wins in a row! Minerva defeated Sandy Valley 47-12, showing strength in all three phases: Offense, Defense, and Special Teams. The student section, band, and cheerleaders 📣 brought the energy, and Lions fans created a standing-room-only atmosphere on the road! As the final seconds ticked away, the Minerva faithful chanted “Coach Slates!”—a powerful tribute to our new dedicated leader. Go Lions! #MinervaPride
Get ready to rev your engines! 🚗💨 Downtown Minerva is presenting "Racing thru History" on Saturday, Sept 13th from 12-5 PM.
Bring the family for a day packed with:
🎶 Live Music
🍔 Food Trucks
🏁 Classic & Funny Cars
🎨 Live Art
🏎️ Hot Wheel Races & FREE Hot Wheels for kids (Thanks, Redline Auto Repair!)
Admission is just $10/person or $20 for a family of 4. All proceeds support our historic Roxy Theatre! Let's come together for a great cause. See you on Brick Street!
#MinervaOhio #CarsAreStars #CarShow #FamilyFun
Please watch the MHS Lions News Network- September 12, 2025- Edition- Help us reach our goal of 500 views- Go Lions!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lfZUxoKHqU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lfZUxoKHqU
Great news, MHS families! We are excited to announce that after-school tutoring will begin on Monday, September 22nd.
This free resource is a wonderful opportunity for students to get the extra support they need. It will be available every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Whether your student needs to make up missed work or wants a quiet place to study for a big test, after-school tutoring is the perfect solution. Please talk with your student about using this valuable time to help them succeed.
This free resource is a wonderful opportunity for students to get the extra support they need. It will be available every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Whether your student needs to make up missed work or wants a quiet place to study for a big test, after-school tutoring is the perfect solution. Please talk with your student about using this valuable time to help them succeed.
