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Flyer showing a map with parking and entrance instructions and a cartoon of two puppies writing, announcing Poland Local School District kindergarten screenings on April 15–16, 2025

KINDERGARTEN SCREENING | April 15-16, 2025 @ 3030 Dobbins Road | Families have assigned appointment times and should check in at the Board Room. Please park in the Baseball Fields parking lot, located north of the Central Office.

  • Curriculum
  • District
  • Dobbins Early Learning Center
  • McKinley Elementary
Read More about 2025-2026 Kindergarten Screening (for Poland Local School Incoming Kindergarteners) : April 15-16, 2025
Elementary students write with quill pens during a hands-on history activity led by the Mahoning Valley Historical Society at McKinley Elementary, promoting early learning through heritage education

Our friend Mr. Bernard from Mahoning Valley Historical Society visited our second grade students this week to take them back in time! The Bulldogs enjoyed activities and photographs from the historic school experience. School houses, quill pens, personal chalkboards, even toys for recess... They had a good ole' school day within a school day!

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  • McKinley Elementary
Read More about "An Old-Fashioned School Day": MVHS visits McKinley Elementary
Poster listing spring concert dates for Poland Local Schools in May 2025, including performances by grades 1 through 12 in band and choir at the PSHS Auditorium with images of student musicians

Join the Bulldogs this spring for a delightful series of concerts featuring our talented student musicians. From blossoming melodies to joyful rhythms, our students from all grade levels are ready to showcase their hard work and love for music. We welcome our entire community to come together and enjoy creativity unleashed at Poland Local Schools.

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  • McKinley Elementary
  • Music
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  • Poland Middle School
Read More about 2025 Spring Concerts @ Poland Local Schools
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BULLDOG UPDATE: Poland Local School District is aware that some AT&T phone customers are not able to connect to district telephone numbers. We understand that this impacts the absence reporting process. If you are unable to connect to your child's school building, please email your child's school building secretary to report an absence. Parents who are able to connect to the district should call the school building to report absences.

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Read More about Bulldog Update - AT&T Telephone Customers: Reporting Absences
A boy and girl play basketball in a school gym during GYMUSIC class, with a bold graphic background showing the word 'GYMUSIC' and a blue paw print for the Bulldogs

Every day, we are lucky to have music in our schools. And this week, in our gym for GYMUSIC! Ms. Senatore and Mr. W combine classes for exciting musical and athletic challenges! Bulldogs are working on rhythm and song form this year (and dancing too). With dribbling and shooting exercises, the Bulldogs are battling for the record deal by scoring points at each activity. Who will win in GYMUSIC?

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  • McKinley Elementary
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Read More about GYMUSIC - Gym + Music Activities @ McKinley Elementary
A promotional poster for Disney’s The Little Mermaid musical, featuring a young woman dressed as Ariel with a group of smiling children. Show dates are March 20-22 at 7:00 p.m. at PSHS Auditorium in Poland, OH. Ticket prices range from $5 to $10.

We captured a magical moment: The Poland Players visited McKinley Elementary to share a preview of their upcoming musical, Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Delaney, Alyssa, and Rowan reflect on the full-circle joy of performing for the younger students — just like they once experienced. This is Creativity Unleashed at Poland Local Schools

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  • Creativity | Unleashed
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  • McKinley Elementary
  • PSHS
  • Poland Players
Read More about Poland Players preview The Little Mermaid for Elementary Students
A group of twelve elementary or middle school students stand in a school hallway, smiling and holding up various children’s books. A staircase with a blue railing is visible behind them.

PANDA Club sixth graders visited their friends at McKinley to catch up and share some stories! Throughout the school year, club members have been meeting with their Kindergarten friends to hear about what they've been learning and fun things about them. These are friendships that last forever!

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  • McKinley Elementary
  • PANDA Club
  • Poland Middle School
Read More about PANDA Club sixth graders meet up with their Kindergarten friends!
A cartoon bulldog wearing a karate gi performs a high kick in a martial arts dojo. The background features a paw print banner and the Martial Arts Training Center logo. Text announces the McKinley After School Martial Arts Program on Mondays and Wednesdays in March 2025.

McKinley Elementary welcomes the Martial Arts Training Center for a special after school program! This unique course is a 5-session character development program that incorporates physical exercise with life skill lessons. Open to all K-3 students, this series is designed to introduce your child to basic martial arts and to improve concentration, listening skills, cooperation, and courtesy. It will benefit your child at home, school, and in team sports. The registration fee of $20 will be donated to McKinley Elementary. Don't miss out! Register today!

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  • McKinley Elementary
Read More about McKinley Elementary Martial Arts After School Program - March 2025 (RSVP this weekend!)
Flyer for the inaugural "Walk for Our Future" event by the Poland Schools Foundation, scheduled for May 23, 2025, with a rain date of May 27. The fundraiser supports auditorium improvements, including new seating, lighting, paint, carpet, and signage. Participants include 2nd-6th grade students. A QR code is provided for donations.

The Poland Schools Foundation is excited to announce the Inaugural “Walk for Our Future”! Students in grades 2-6 will embark on a walk through our village to raise money for scholarships, teacher mini-grants and the Poland Seminary Auditorium Joint Project. The auditorium is used by every single student in the district and we are dedicated to improving that space! Click the link to donate today and be a part of the future … it certainly is bright here in Poland! https://givebutter.com/PSF_futurewalk

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  • Fundraisers
  • McKinley Elementary
  • Poland Middle School
  • Poland Schools Foundation
Read More about Poland Schools Foundation "WALK FOR OUR FUTURE" - May 23, 2025
A group of McKinley Elementary students pose in the gym, smiling and waving at the camera. The graphic highlights that the school donated over $27,000 to the American Heart Association through the Kids Heart Challenge.

Congratulations to the McKinley Elementary Bulldogs on raising over $27,000 for the American Heart Association in the 2025 Kids Heart Challenge! We are so grateful for your donations to help us support healthy hearts everywhere! Mrs. Donahue's third grade class was the top-earning classroom, and they have some tips for you to stay heart-healthy!

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  • McKinley Elementary
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Read More about McKinley Elementary raises over $27,000 for American Heart Association - 2025 Kids Heart Challenge
Five young students proudly display their award-winning artwork from the Butler Art Awards. Each holds a framed piece featuring colorful and creative designs, including animals, nature, space, and abstract hearts. They stand in a school hallway with bright smiles, showcasing their artistic achievements.

Congratulations to McKinley Elementary's Everly Raimondo on winning 1st place in Grade 1 for her artwork at the Butler Institute of American Art Celebrates Young Artists Exhibition! Other students earning awards include: Alexander Thomas - 3rd Place, Charlotte Gentile - 3rd Place, Briella Hawthorne - 2nd Place, Evan McCrea, Grade 5 - 3rd Place. Congratulations to our young artists and their teacher, Mrs. DiMuzio!

  • Art
  • District
  • McKinley Elementary
  • Poland Middle School
Read More about 2025 Butler Young Artists Exhibition - Bulldogs earn awards!
Students holding awards, Zaner-Bloser Contest Logo

Four McKinley Elementary students have been selected as grade level finalists to represent the Bulldogs in the Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest! Congratulations to Autumn L., Madison P., Lucia B., and Millie G. on their spectacular handwriting! View their submissions:

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  • McKinley Elementary
Read More about Four McKinley Bulldogs selected to represent the Bulldogs in 2025 Zaner-Bloser Handwriting Contest