Read the Article Below!
Pictures of Celebration held 9-30-10 click HERE!
- Principal: Mr. Tim Whitestone
- Assistant Principal: Mr. Mark Bailey
- Guidance: Mrs. Jeri Fox
- Secretary: Mrs. Irma Stamps
- Secretary: Ms. Marla Lynch
- Grades 6 to 8
- Staff Email Addresses: HERE!
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Teacher Web Pages:
HERE!
Esther Dennis Middle School Designated Excellent on State Report Card!
For
the first time a Northridge school has been
designated EXCELLENT
by the
Ohio Department of Education. Esther Dennis Middle
School earned this recognition by making 5 of 8
indicators on the state report card and by boosting
student achievement above state expectations for the past
three years. The school also achieved the federal measure
of adequate yearly progress. Principal Timothy J.
Whitestone has been the instructional leader of the school
for five years. During that time, student achievement has
been on a steady increase. Northridge Superintendent
Dave Jackson says, "Our middle school students' progress
these past five years, from Academic Watch to Excellent, is
truly remarkable.
The efforts of the EDMS family are evidenced
by
their success."
Whitestone gives credit to his staff, students and
parents for the improvements. "I cannot say
enough about our dedicated staff. Together, our
learning community provides excellent
instruction, progress monitoring and targeted
intervention for all students. Parents encourage
achievement, and our students give a tremendous
effort." While the middle school is the first in the
district to earn the EXCELLENT
status,
Whitestone is quick to point out that the other buildings
are making strides, as well. "All of our buildings
are achieving success. Esther Dennis Middle School
may have been the first, but with so many positive efforts
at work in the district, we won't be the last! It is
a great time to be a Northridge Polar Bear!" states
Principal Whitestone.
Students and Staff celebrate their accomplishments!
Mr. Jackson presenting plaque from State Department of Education to Mr. Whitestone.
