Message from Superintendent Dr. Laura Hebert – November 3, 2021

Hello, this is Laura Hebert, Superintendent of the Ravenna School District.

I want to take this opportunity to thank our school community for their support of the school district on election day.  The passage of the levy will allow us to continue our work preparing the children of the Ravenna School District for their future, including post-secondary success – whether that be in college, in the work force or as a member of our armed forces.

This investment in the district’s future will result in new curriculum, more Chromebooks, and innovative STEM instruction.  It will mean the buildings that our children learn in will be purified, temperature controlled and secure.  It will mean the buses that bring our children to these buildings to use the new educational resources will be efficient and updated. 

We heard your commitment to the Ravenna School District loud and clear.  You voted to support the district, and in return, we pledge to support your children – academically, socially and emotionally.  We are ready to do the work.  And, we look forward to having you as our partners in this work.

I began my tenure as Superintendent on August 1st of this year.  In that time, the Ravenna community has demonstrated repeatedly their commitment to their school district, and to their children.  I am excited to be here, to be part of this promise to provide an enriching, educational experience to all students.  I know it sounds corny, but it’s true: love you, mean it!

TEAM RAVENNA GAME CHANGER

At the roots of a strong school district are the exceptional faculty and staff and committed base of community supporters. The Ravenna School District is fortunate to have both!

To help recognize the game-changing work – inside and outside of schools – that our outstanding staff members do on a daily basis, we are implementing monthly recognition opportunities that celebrate Team Ravenna members who go above and beyond. Team Ravenna’s Game Changers are those who step up to meet the needs of our students, offer support and access to resources to colleagues, provide an extra layer of support for families outside the classroom, who are innovative and empathetic educators, and who generally make a positive and sometimes life changing difference in the lives of our students, families and their colleagues.

Each month the Superintendent chooses one staff member from across the district to be recognized for outstanding service.

The TEAM RAVENNA GAME CHANGER AWARD winner for November was Mrs. Lisa Crislip!  She is an Intervention Specialist at Ravenna High School.  Multiple colleagues nominated Lisa for this award and here are some of their comments associated with her work ethic, dedication to her kids, and willingness to collaborate with her peers:

Congratulations, Mrs. Crislip!