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Diane Nichols
Madeira High School senior Ella Cuchra has had two paintings selected for the top 300 artworks in the state for “The Ohio Governor's Youth Art Exhibition.” One of her paintings was also selected as the top 25 works of art and was given the Governor’s Award of Excellence. Ella is the first Madeira High School student to receive the prestigious Governor’s Award of Excellence.
The Ohio Governor's Youth Art Exhibition, now in its fifty-fifth year, is dedicated to the educational and artistic advancement of talented young students in the state of Ohio. This exhibition is a valuable incentive for teenagers; encouraging an appreciation for the arts throughout Ohio and reflecting the fine quality of art instruction and talent that exist in our state.
A total of 6,756 art entries were submitted by approximately 2,500 Ohio high school students. Selections from each of the fourteen regions were made by a panel of judges - approximately 2,500 moved to the state judging. State jurors then select 300 artworks for the actual exhibition. From those 300 entries, only 25 are selected to receive the Governor's Award of Excellence. Scholarships are offered to seniors by over 30 universities and colleges of art by institutions that offer them.
Ella’s paintings will be on display in the Rhodes State Office Tower, 30 E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio 43215, from April 14 - May 15. There will be an awards ceremony and celebration at Davidson Theatre, Verne Riffe Center for Government and the Arts, 77 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43215 on May 4. For more about the state exhibition please see https://www.govart.org.
After graduation, Ella plans to attend DAAP and major in Communication Design.
Ella Cuchra and her winning designs. The Governor’s Award of Excellence was given to the painting on the left.
![Madeira Theatre Arts Presents Spring Musical]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741285013/madeiracityschoolsorg/rdwf6qo79pxicateyrql/mean.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741285013/madeiracityschoolsorg/rdwf6qo79pxicateyrql/mean.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741285013/madeiracityschoolsorg/rdwf6qo79pxicateyrql/mean.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741285013/madeiracityschoolsorg/rdwf6qo79pxicateyrql/mean.jpg","width":1000}])
Diane Nichols
Madeira Theatre Arts presents its spring musical Mean Girls, High School Version April 10 - 12 in Madeira High School’s (MHS) Medert Auditorium.
The show features Cady Heron (Molly Grontkowski) who grew up on an African savanna. When she moves to suburban Illinois she isn’t prepared for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home. Cady tries to rise to the top of the popularity pecking order by taking on The Plastics, a trio of frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George (Eleanor Drews). When Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung.
Director McKenna Flores said of the play, “This story has been close to my heart since the movie came out in 2004. Not only is the comedic writing hilarious, but the story brings to light the nature of cliques in high schools and the shared experiences that many young people encounter. “
The cast of 28 students and crew of 22 will perform Mean Girl at Madeira’s Medert Auditorium April 10 and 11 at 7 pm and April 12 at 2 pm and 7 pm. Eighteen members of the MHS Class of 2025 are involved in the production. Tickets are available at Mean Girls or by scanning the QR code on the website's home page banner.
This production is a High School Version, and the Madeira Theatre Arts production team has adopted all of the approved edits, but the show is RATED PG-13. It is most appropriate for high school age and above due to mature content and themes relating to high school social issues.
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Diane Nichols
When the Madeira City School District suddenly lost its beloved elementary school Principal Chris Flanagan in 2023, the Madeira community honored him with gatherings at restaurants, Ben and Jerry’s ice cream for the staff from the PTO, a district wide mural project, and shamrocks on laptops, street signs, and in parades. Perhaps the biggest way was Flanny Fest – a family event named after Chris and sponsored by the Madeira Youth Lacrosse organization.
Flanny Fest celebrated Chris’ love of Madeira, his students, and lacrosse. It was held on St. Patrick’s Day 2024 in honor of Chris’ love for all things Irish. The day included youth girls and boys lacrosse games, food, entertainment from Irish dancers, music, activities for kids, a raffle to try and score a goal on Superintendent Kenji Matsudo, and prizes for leprechaun and Irish costumes. The event kicked off the Madeira Youth Lacrosse season – an organization near and dear to Chris Flanagan’s heart as he was one of the driving forces that brought the sport to Madeira. Money raised went to the Madeira Schools Foundation Chris Flanagan Memorial Scholarship set up for a fun-loving, high energy senior who loves life and learning while being a friend to all. A total of $12,835 was raised for the scholarship thanks to donations, sales of shirts & hats, silent auction baskets – even a donation from one of the opposing youth lacrosse teams.
Flanny Fest will return on March 16, 2025 with more of what made the inaugural Flanny Fest such a success; games, activities, shooting contests, Irish Dancing by McGing Irish Dancers and raffles. Youth lacrosse games for girls and boys from grades 3-8 will be played throughout the day with a break from 2-3:30 to recognize Madeira High School Class of 2024 graduate Finn McCarthy – recipient of last year’s Chris Flanagan Memorial Scholarship.
Food will be available at food trucks and a concession stand. Also for sale will be limited edition 2nd Annual Flanny Fest shirts and Flanny Fest winter hats, as well as Madeira Lacrosse shirts and hats. The second annual Flanny Fest will be held Sunday, March 16, from 10 AM – 6 PM at the Madeira High School football stadium. There is no admission to get in - teams will be set up to accept donations to the scholarship fund
Pictured below: Chris Flanagan
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Diane Nichols
The Madeira City School Board of Education held its annual organizational meeting on January 13, 2025. The board also recognized over 180 students, staff members, and coaches for their achievements during the first half of the school year.
National Merit Semifinalists Morgan Starr, Owen Dixon, Will Manning, and Wes Nelson, and National Merit Commended Students Nate Gemmel, Nina Gravlee, Nora Katz, and Sasha Pinyayev were applauded for their achievements.
Fifty-one new inductees into Madeira High School’s (MHS) National Honor Society were presented with medals to wear when they graduate. The students were selected for demonstrating excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, andCharacter. Honorary staff inductee Jennifer Bruening, selected by the students, was recognized for demonstrating excellence in the same areas.
Recognitions of Madeira Varsity athletic teams & coaches included the Girls Golf Team who finished second in the state tournament, the Cross Country Girls team who made it to the final state meet and finished in 6th place, and the Girls Soccer team who won the state championship.
MHS Entrepreneurship Class students were recognized for forming companies Ribbons for Hope, mAED For More, and Hope 4 Kids. The companies raised a record $26,000 in 6 weeks for worthwhile causes.
MHS Marching Band Director Ryan Ervin, staff, band, and color guard members were commended for qualifying for the state marching band competition and receiving a Superior rating.
Ben Wetzel was commended for receiving a perfect score on the ACT test.
At the organizational meeting following the recognitions, the school board also elected officers. Ryan Lex was elected President and Steve Bernicke was elected Vice-President. School board members are Brad Cunningham, David Eberly, and Ann Ramos. The Madeira City Schools Board of Education typically meets on the third Monday of each month at 7 pm in Perin Learning Commons located at Madeira High School.
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Diane Nichols
In the event of inclement weather, schools may be either canceled or be placed on a 2-hour delay. An email will also be sent to those on the Parent Listserves. Parents will also receive a phone notification through the automated dialing system. We try to make our determination by 6 a.m
In the event of inclement weather, schools may be either canceled or be placed on a 2-hour delay. This information will be announced on local television and radio stations, and an email will be sent to families via the Parent Listserves. Parents will also receive a phone notification through the automated dialing system. We try to make our determination by 6 a.m.
On days when a 2-hour delay is in effect, schools and special programs will begin according to the schedule below. Buses will pick up students at their regularly scheduled stops 2 hours later than their usual time, with the exception of afternoon Kindergarten. Afternoon Kindergarten families who use transportation will receive a call from Transportation with their adjusted pickup time. All Private/Parochial transportation will also be delayed 2 hours.
School starting times will be as follows:
Champions Programs (Before school program) 9 a.m.
Madeira High School (Grades 9-12) 9:35 a.m.
Madeira Middle (Grades 6-8) 10 a.m.
Madeira Elementary (Grades K-5) 11 a.m.
Preschool (See below)
Champions Programs (MES After school program ) Regular Time
*PLEASE NOTE: All Day Kindergarten will be 11:00-3:30. Morning Kindergarten will be 11:00-1:00. Afternoon Kindergarten will be 1:30 - 3:30. Kindergarten classes (OKEP and morning classes) will be required to bring a packed lunch
Madeira Preschool
Madeira Preschool will follow the same closings and delays as the Madeira Elementary, Middle, and High School. If school is delayed or canceled because of inclement weather, the automated phone system will contact your home phone number and parent mobile phone numbers that you have provided to be used in the case of an emergency. In addition, emails will be sent to all addresses subscribed to each individual school listserve.
In the event of a 2-hour delay, the preschool will run on the following schedule:
Before School Care 10 - 11
AM Class 11 - 12:30
Lunch for Full Day Children 12:30-1
PM Class 1:45-3:15
Full Day 11 - 3:15
Champions After Care 3:30-6:00
In the event of inclement weather arriving after the start of the school day, elementary and middle school students will not be released except upon direct contact with the parent or person(s) listed on the student’s emergency card. If bus transportation cannot be provided, students will be kept at school until a parent can pick up their student. Please let us know if you have any questions at 985-6070.
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- Madeira Preschool