News from North Royalton High School

October 25, 2026

 

UPCOMING EVENTS AT NRHS

We have many upcoming events at North Royalton High School. Please take a look at dates, times, and locations for these events and more, LISTED HERE
Booster Meetings
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Taste of North Royalton
Fall Play
Post-Season Athletic Events


HIGH SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS

NRHS Teacher to Present at NSCA State Conference
NRHS Strength, Speed, and Wellness teacher Mr. Joe Schlesinger is presenting at the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Ohio State Clinic on November 7, 2026, at John Carroll University.  His session is called From the Farm System to the School System-Applying Professional Baseball’s Development Model to Public Schools.  He will talk about the system he built at his previous school and is now building at NRHS.  We are so lucky to have him working with our students at NRHS!

Patrick Mansbery Finishes 18th at the State Golf Tournament
In the past 20 years, the boys golf team has not had any team or individual qualify for the state tournament.  Patrick competed at States and finished tied for 18th!  Congratulations, Patrick!!!!

NHS Induction Ceremony
The National Honor Society induction ceremony was held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.  The chapter President, Izabella Cengic, set the tone for a wonderful student-led evening.  Thank you to the guest speaker, NRHS teacher Stacie Leatherman.  Thank you to our NHS advisor, Tonia Gregoire, for leading an amazing group of students.  Congratulations to the existing and new members of the National Honor Society.

Congratulations to our Marching Band
Congratulations to the NRHS Marching Band as they claimed numerous awards and were crowned Grand Champions at the Maumee Competition on October 24, 2026.  The Marching Band will be competing at States on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Hilliard Bradley High School.  Best of luck to our musicians, auxiliary, and directors!

Good Luck Show Choir
Good Luck to our Show Choir as they travel to Westlake to compete on Monday, October 26, 2026.

Congratulations to our Cheerleaders
The NRHS Cheerleaders were crowned Champions in both the Traditional and Gameday categories at the Midview Competition!  Congratulations on your accomplishments!  Please come out and support our team as they compete in the Suburban League Competition on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Brecksville-Broadview Hts. High School.

Congratulations to our Football Team
The Bears Football Team secured their spot in the OHSAA post-season playoffs with an exciting come-from-behind win on Friday, October 23, 2026.  The Bears will play at Wadsworth on Friday, October 30, 2026.

Good Luck NRHS Athletes
Good Luck to our athletes and coaches as they prepare for and compete in the OHSAA post-season tournaments!  Volleyball will travel to Avon High School to play North Ridgeville on Monday, October 26, 2026.  Girls Soccer will host Akron North on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.  Boys Soccer will host Green on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.  Cross Country will run at Boardman on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

 

NEWS TO KNOW

October 26, 2026, No School for Students
Students will not have school on Monday, October 26, 2026, due to a staff in-service day to close out the quarter.  This would be a great opportunity for a college visit or job shadowing.

Halloween Community Night at NRHS
NRHS Student Council will be hosting our annual Halloween Community Night on Wednesday, October 28th, from 5:30 pm-7:00 pm. This is an indoor trick-or-treating experience through our high school hallways.  All are welcome.

Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be on Thursday, October 29th.  We will provide both a time for scheduled conferences and an open forum for parents and teachers.  Staff will be located in the cafeteria, den, and media center for conferences.
►4:30-6:10 pm Scheduled Conferences
►6:10-6:30 pm Break/Snack for Staff
►6:30-7:30 pm Open Forum for Drop-ins
For the scheduled conferences, we will once again be utilizing PTC Fast.  Parents received an email on Friday, October 16th, with the link to sign up.  The scheduler will remain open through October 27th for parents to schedule 8-minute conferences with the high school teachers.

Halloween Dress Guidelines at NRHS
Students may wear Halloween costumes on Friday, October 30, 2026.  All students must abide by the Halloween Dress Guidelines that were sent out on October 16.

November 3, 2026, No School for Students
There will not be school on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, due to Election Day and Teacher In-Service.  This would be a great opportunity for a college visit or job-shadowing.

Pride of NRHS, November 5, 2026
Students receiving a Pride of NRHS award will be honored on Thursday, November 5, 2026, in the high school community room.  Families are welcome to join us at 7:30 am.  All student parking spots have been sold in the front lot.  Families should park in a labeled visitor’s spot in the front lot or enter driveway #4 and park in the staff lot behind the high school.  Please enter Door #32.

Taste of North Royalton, November 5, 2026
The Taste of North Royalton is a lively community event celebrating local cuisine. Enjoy a variety of dishes from local restaurants, bakeries, and food vendors, along with raffles and prizes all benefiting the North Royalton Educational Foundation and the North Royalton Stadium Foundation. It’s a fun, flavorful experience that showcases the best of North Royalton’s culinary scene while supporting our students, staff, and community! This is a pre-sale event for adults 21 and older.  Click here for more information and to purchase your tickets!

NR Health Fair & Family Expo, November 7, 2026
Save the Date for the North Royalton Health Fair and Family Expo will be on Saturday, November 7, 2026.  Click here for the schedule of events.  There will be an opportunity to take a FREE women’s fitness class sponsored by RIKJ-Fit.  There will also be pickleball instruction and demonstrations.  Are you a runner?  Here is the link to the NR 5K Bear Run.

Senior Exit Interview Day is November 12, 2026
As a part of North Royalton High School’s graduation requirements, seniors will take part in an interview and present their Senior Exit Portfolio to a small committee of teachers, support staff, and community members on November 12, 2026.  Seniors who did not get their photos taken will have a make-up session on this day.

9th, 10th, and 11th graders will not have classes at NRHS on November 12th, but are expected to complete one of the career exploration activities.

CVCC students will still report to CVCC at their scheduled times.  Morning transportation remains on schedule. CVCC transport buses will run their normal routes to and from CVCC. Any high school student needing transportation from the high school home at the end of the day will ride a middle school bus.

NRHS Spotlighters proudly present The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe
Come to the NRHS Performing Arts Center to watch our talented students in the fall production of The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.  Shows run Thursday, November 12, through Sunday, November 15.

Kent State University’s Math Day
Kent State is hosting a math day on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 4:30-7:30 pm.  The event is designed for high school students who enjoy solving math problems.  There will be a team math competition, a math games session, pizza, T-shirts, and an awards ceremony.  Two levels of competition will be offered: one covering Algebra I and Geometry, and the other also including Algebra II topics such as logarithms and complex numbers.  Click here to register and for more information.

Tutoring Available at NRHS
NHS students will be available for tutoring during the school day for students who need help.  Please click here to sign up for tutoring.  The link to sign up for tutoring is also in the graduating classes’ Google Classrooms.  Once the students submit the form, they will be paired with an NHS tutor based on their needs.  Tutoring takes place in the Counseling Hub at NRHS.  Tutoring at NRHS is a place to get support, collaborate, ask questions, and learn from one another.  “Bears helping Bears succeed.”

Multiple Bell Schedules
North Royalton has a number of different bell schedules that we will run throughout the year based on our in-school activities/assemblies.  Please click here for the dates we will run a different schedule.  Students with Open Campus, please make special note of when the schedule will be different to ensure you are in school at the appropriate times.

CVCC Buses
We will provide shuttle buses to and from CVCC for students needing transportation.  Students riding the buses from the high school to CVCC will be picked up in the staff parking lot behind the high school, and the buses will depart at 7:15 am each morning.  The shuttle will run from CVCC to NRHS mid-day to bring the AM students back and take the PM students to CVCC.  The shuttle will run at the end of the day to bring the PM students back to NRHS.

Please be advised that on the following days (when NRHS is not in session), the CVCC shuttle buses WILL transport students.  However, students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the high school.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Monday, October 26, 2026
Monday & Tuesday, November 23-24, 2026
Friday, January 22, 2027
Friday, March 19, 2027
Monday through Thursday, March 22-25, 2027

Cell Phone Policy at NRHS
Reminder to all students and parents that cell phones and similar devices are not permitted during the school day (6:20 am-2:20 pm) at NRHS.  Students and parents should refer to the Cell Phone Policy in the student handbook on our website for specific details.  

Parking Permit Information for the 2026-2027 School Year
Parking permits are almost sold out. Students with a valid driver’s license for the 2026-2027 school year can log in to their Class of 2027, Class of 2028, and Class of 2029 Google Classrooms to access the application.  This was posted starting on May 18, 2026.

Proof of a valid driver’s license and auto insurance can be uploaded on the application, shown in person, or copies sent to the NRHS main office.

Student Registration MUST be completed/updated in PowerSchool for the 2026-2027 school year, and all fees, as of the end of the 2025-2026 school year, must be paid for students to pick up their parking permits.

AP Capstone
Starting with the class of 2028, NRHS will be an AP Capstone school. This program will be a great benefit to students who want to build strong research, critical thinking, and communication skills while gaining a competitive edge for college admissions.

Course & Activity Fees
Fees for the 2026-2027 school year will be posted soon.  Parents can check their PowerSchool accounts for fees and pay via credit card on https://payschoolscentral.com/ or send cash or checks (payable to NRHS) to the main office at the high school.

Food Services
Click here for answers to your questions on online payments and applications for free and reduced meal benefits

Communication
As a District, we understand communication is critical for our students, staff, and families. We encourage everyone to visit our website, download the District APP, and read our publications. 

Learn More About Our Support Organizations
PTA
Band Boosters
Choir Boosters
North Royalton Athletic Boosters
North Royalton Education Foundation
North Royalton Stadium Foundation

Access to PowerSchool
Parent Access Here
PowerSchool Parent Portal Quick Start Guide

Athletic Events
Interested in watching our athletes in action?  Click here for all events at all levels.

Flyer Central
Please remember to navigate to Flyer Central to see what is happening in our school community.  Please click here to view Flyer Central.

NRHS  Adds School SAFEid to Safety Protocols
NRHS has added the School SAFEid visitor management system to our safety protocols.  All parents, visitors, volunteers, vendors, and substitutes will be required to check in at one of our kiosks with a state identification card or driver's license.  This will allow us to continue to reduce risks and keep our NRHS family safe.

Community Career Connections
North Royalton City Schools is interested in making connections with our community members and sharing their career expertise with our students at all grade levels.  If you are interested in sharing your time and career expertise, please fill out the attached form and join our network of Community Career Connections.  Your information will be kept on file, and if we get a request that is a good fit with your career, we will contact you.  Thank you for making yourself available to our school district!

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