
Parking Permit Day is Wednesday, August 12.
π 9:00 AM β Seniors
π 10:00 AM β Juniors
π 11:00 AM β All Other Eligible Drivers
π² Parking permits are $20, and all required forms must be completed before receiving your permit.
π Forms for parking permits and painted parking spots are available online under the Documents section.
Be sure to arrive at your designated time with everything completed so the process goes smoothly. We look forward to seeing you there! π https://maplewoodlocalsdoh.sites.thrillshare.com/documents/maplewood-high-school/22026104

π’ Attention Maplewood Rocket Families! π
As we prepare for the start of another school year, please take a few minutes to complete your student's FinalForms.
FinalForms must be updated each school year to ensure we have the most current emergency contacts, medical information, and required school forms on file.
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Log in today and complete your forms:
https://maplewoodlocal-oh.finalforms.com/

Maplewood Local Schools is looking for a Bus Driver to join our transportation team!
If you're committed to student safety and making a positive impact each day, we'd love to hear from you. No school bus driving experience? No problem! We'll provide paid training to help you earn your School Bus and Passenger Endorsements.
Position Details:
π Bus Driver
β° 5 hours per day
π Position open until filled
Why Join Maplewood?
β Paid CDL/School Bus Driver Training Available
β Make a difference in students' lives every day
β Competitive pay per negotiated agreement
β Become part of the Maplewood Rockets family
Qualifications:
βοΈ Current Class B CDL (or be willing to obtain one through our paid training program)
βοΈ Successful BCII & FBI background checks
βοΈ Successful drug screening
For more information or to apply, contact:
Michele McCartney
Transportation Supervisor
π Maplewood Local Schools
2414 Greenville Rd. NE
Cortland, OH 44410
π 330-637-7506

Mrs. Morrison has proudly served the Maplewood community as a member of the Board of Education for eight years. She and her husband, Dave, are both proud Maplewood graduates, and their daughter, Clara, attends Maplewood.
As lifelong supporters of the Rockets, the Morrison family has deep roots in our school community.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Morrison on her new role as Principal of Maplewood Elementary! π
#MaplewoodRockets #RocketPride #MaplewoodLocalSchools #OnceARocketAlwaysARocket

A great time was had by all as students enjoyed rides, games, and time together celebrating a successful year of music and hard work.
A special thank you to our students, chaperones, and bus drivers for helping make the day safe, fun, and memorable. We appreciate your support and dedication to our band program!

ππ Calling all future Maplewood Junior High Volleyball players! ππ
Are you a current 6th or 7th grade girl interested in playing volleyball next season? Be sure to sign up on GameChanger to receive important updates, practice information, announcements, and team details!
Weβre excited for another great season and canβt wait to see our future Rockets on the court! ππ€
π² Scan the QR code on the flyer to join today!
#MaplewoodRockets #RocketPride #JuniorHighVolleyball #GoRockets





Our 7th & 8th Grade Luau Dance on Wednesday, May 20th was a huge success! Thank you to all of the students who attended and helped make the night so much fun. From the music and dancing to the tropical decorations, it was truly a blast! π΄πΆβοΈ


















Have you ever thought about driving a school bus? Nowβs your chance to give it a try and learn more about joining the Maplewood Rockets team!
π Drive the Bus Events
β’ May 29th | 10:00 AM β 1:00 PM
β’ June 4th | 4:00 PM β 7:00 PM
π 4174 Greenville Rd
Come out to:
β Test drive a bus
β Meet our team
β Learn how to get started
Why drive a bus?
β Make a difference for students
β Enjoy a flexible and rewarding job
β Become part of the Rocket family
No experience needed β weβll train you! Bring a friend and come have some fun! πβ¨
Participants must be 21 years old with 2 years of driving experience and a valid license. Must be able to pass drug, alcohol, and background checks.

Our students worked hard creating handmade gifts and writing heartfelt tributes for their moms. To make the day even more special, they performed a touching song that brought tears to many eyes. πΆ
It twas a perfect day celebrating the amazing mothers and mother figures in our lives! π



Please review these important upcoming dates and reminders carefully!
π’ Cap & Gown Orders
If you have NOT ordered your cap and gown, you must do so IMMEDIATELY at Jostens
π Important Dates
β’ Baccalaureate β May 17, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Mecca Community Church
(Class officers must attend)
β’ Senior Class Trip β May 21, 2026
β’ Senior Breakfast & MANDATORY Graduation Practice β May 22, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the cafeteria
β οΈ If you do NOT attend practice, you will NOT walk at graduation. No exceptions!
β’ Graduation β May 24, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Graduates must report to the cafeteria by 12:00 p.m.
π Graduation Attire
Boys: Dress shirt with collar, tie, dress pants, and dress shoes
β No blue jeans, tennis shoes, or sandals
Girls: White/light-colored dress OR black dress pants and shirt
β No flip flops or tennis shoes
Please wear shoes that are easy to walk in.
π Reminder: ALL outstanding fees (library, lunch, sports, class fees, etc.) must be paid before graduation day in order to receive your diploma.
If you have questions regarding graduation attire, please contact Mr. Hitchcock prior to graduation.
We are looking forward to celebrating the Class of 2026! π












On Thursday, May 7, students designed and built their own egg protection devices to see if their egg could survive a 30-foot bucket truck drop. This hands-on activity is always a student favorite, and this year we had 20 surviving eggs!
Great job to all of our young engineers for their hard work, problem-solving, and creativity!




Kaitlyn was honored as a Franklin B. Walter Award nominee and also recognized as an outstanding Honors student, celebrating her academic excellence, leadership, and dedication both in and out of the classroom.
We are proud of Kaitlyn and all she has accomplished


We are proud to recognize these outstanding students for their hard work, leadership, and positive attitude throughout the month of May!
Left to Right:
6th β Deven Kifer
5th β Madelyn Salance
4th β Jaden Grubb
3rd β ReBelle Whiteman
2nd β Cash Roper
1st β Artemis Hendrickson
Kindergarten β Rebecca Rable
Keep up the great work, Rockets! ππ€

Did you know our incredible drivers travel over 600 miles every single day to safely transport our students? Thatβs dedication you can count on!
Thank you for going the extra mileβliterallyβto keep our students safe and our community moving. We appreciate you! ππ

Thank you to our amazing teachers for inspiring, supporting, and guiding our students every single day. Your hard work truly makes a difference!
Go Rockets! π
