Week of November 10, 2025
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November 8 & 9
Fall Play 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm, HS Cafeteria
November 10
Veteran's Day
Graduation Orders Due
November 14
Diploma Information due
November 15
OMEA Honor Choir
November 18
Blood Drive - Comp Gym
November 21
HOBY Applications Due to School Counseling Office
November 26
Compensatory Day - No School
November 27 & 28
Thanksgiving Break - No School
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Ohio Guarantee Admission Program
New Ohio Guaranteed Admission Program for High-Achieving Students
The Ohio Guaranteed Admission (OGA) Program is a new statewide initiative that provides automatic admission to Ohio’s public universities for high school graduates who finish in the top 5% or 10% of their class.
This program was created through recent state legislation to recognize outstanding academic achievement and expand access to higher education opportunities. Eligible students will still need to apply to their college of choice and meet any program-specific requirements, but their admission to the university itself is guaranteed under this program.
Some private colleges and universities in Ohio have also chosen to participate voluntarily. A current list and more details can be found on the Ohio Department of Higher Education’s website: Ohio Guaranteed Admission Program.
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T-Shirts For K-9 Pio
🐾 Help Protect the Paws that Protect Our Students! 🐾
Join us in supporting PHS as we raise funds to purchase a bulletproof vest for Pio, our dedicated school K9.
Show your support by purchasing a student-designed fundraiser shirt — each one will be custom-pressed right here in class!
Every shirt sold helps keep Pio safe while he works to keep our campus safe.
Let’s come together to protect our hero! 💙🐶
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Blood Drive - PHS
PHS BLOOD DRIVE
PHS Competition Gym
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Schedule your blood donation appointment today!
Students: Sign up with Mr. Goodman, Mrs. Hunter or Mrs. Trentanelli
Parents/Community members: Email Mrs. Koch at Kochr@perry-lake.org for an appointment.
**Parental permission is required for ALL donations by students 16-year-old
Day of donation:
- Eat breakfast and drink plenty of fluids before donating. Bring a photo ID.
- Students will be provided with refreshments & snacks following donations.
- Student athletes should not do any heavy lifting or vigorous exercise following donations.
- Students can save time with RapidPass by completing your pre-donation reading/health history at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass before your appointment.
**Power Red Donation Process: blood is separated from your red blood cells, then participants are safely and comfortably given back the plasma and platelet.
- Power Red donation: O negative, O positive, A or B negative.
- Recommended: Females giving Power Red should wait until age 19 or older to donate Power Red.
The following requirements apply for those interested in Power Red donation:
Female: 5’ 5” weighing 150 lbs.
Males: 5’ 1” weighing 130 lbs.
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Hearing and Vision Screenings
Hearing and vision screenings will begin in the next few weeks for all new students and students in grades 9 & 11. Please remind your students to wear their contacts and/or bring their glasses to school every day. If you choose not to have your student’s hearing and/or vision screened, please contact our District Nurse, Susie McKoon mckoons@perry-lake.org or 259-9200 ext. 2420
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Important Information from School Clinic
There have been reported cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) within the district. HFMD symptoms may include fever, sore throat, painful mouth sores that blister and rash commonly found on the hands and feet. HFMD is very contagious and can spread through contact with droplet particles after a person sneezes, coughs, or talks, fluid from blisters, stool, or from objects and surfaces with virus particles. To help prevent catching or spreading HFMD, be sure to frequently wash your hands, avoid touching your face, clean and disinfect often-touched surfaces, and avoid close contact with others infected. Contact your student’s health care provider if you suspect your student has HFMD. Here is more information from the CDC.
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Food Assistance Programs
If you or someone you know is facing food insecurity-or if you're looking for ways to help-please see below for information regarding our community partners. Perry works closely with these organizations, and they are ready to provide support! For an easily accessible informational flyer to share please click here.
For Families Who Could Use a Little Extra Support
Pirate Power Pack Program: Perry Local Schools' Pirate Power Pack Program provides weekend bags of food for students (PreK-12) who could benefit from a little extra food at home. Each Power Pack includes easy-to-prepare meals and snacks to help when school meals aren't available. Complete this form to request Power Pack support for your child(ren).
The Perry Center Food Pantry: The Perry Center provides groceries for families who live, work, or worship in Perry.
Distribution days: Tuesday mornings & Friday afternoons
Phone: 440-259-3332
Location: 4261 Manchester Rd., Perry (next to Footprints Center for Autism)
United Way Fresh Food Distribution: The United Way of Lake County is running over a dozen fresh food distribution stops during the month of November.
Find the complete list of food distribution dates by clicking here.
If you or someone you know needs immediate food support or wants to find additional pantries and community meals across Lake County, please call 2-1-1 for up-to-date information. For a full list of help you can find by calling 2-1-1 please click here.
For Those Who Want to Help
Our community's generosity makes an incredible difference! Here are several ways you can lend a hand:
Donate to the Pirate Power Pack Program: Perry High School student Ellison Lombardo is partnering with the United Way of Lake County for a Healthy Snacks for Power Packs fundraiser. All proceeds go directly toward healthier food options for our Power Pack bags. The Buser Family Foundation is matching donations up to $500! Donate online here.
Support The Perry Center Food Pantry
Checks: Send to The Perry Center, P.O. Box 446, Perry, OH
Food donations: Drop off at 4261 Manchester Rd., Perry (west end of Manchester West)
Your contributions help feed families right here in our community.
Give to the United Way of Lake County
Donations can be made online here, or food can be dropped off at
United Way of Lake County
9285 Progress Blvd., Mentor.
Drop-off hours: Mon-Thu 8:30 AM-5:30 PM • Fri 8:30 AM-12 Noon.
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Fall Clean Up
Members of the Perry National Honor Society are offering complimentary leaf-raking services for senior citizens residing in Perry. Appointments are limited. To schedule, please text: 440-392-4369 or call 440-259-9200, x. 3356.
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Senior packets are available in the main office for cap and gown ordering. ALL orders will be placed online at Jostens.
When ordering, please include the student's name, the color of the gown (red or white, which is the student's choice), the school’s name, and the student's height/weight. If you will be using a sibling's cap/gown, you only need to order a tassel or a cap/tassel set. Caps & gowns will be shipped to the school only and distributed at the mandatory Graduation rehearsal on May 15, 2026. Each student will also receive 10 tickets for guests at graduation.
November 14, 2025: Diploma Information Form is due.
Complete your Diploma Information Form by November 15th. Any Questions? Please email Mrs. Koch at: kochr@perry-lake.org. The Diploma Information Form is accessible through the Perry Stu accounts. The link is also available on the Class of 2026 website, and the form is accessible through the Perry Stu accounts.
December 1st: Baby pictures and Senior Photos are due.
● Baby pictures for the Senior Video are due to Mr. Kellogg by December 1st. Email your digital baby photos to KelloggA@perry-lake.org.
● Yearbook photos are due to Mrs. Hunter by December 1st. Mrs. Hunter prefers photos to be digital head/shoulder shots. Email your digital photo to Hunterj@perry-lake.org Photos should be a single shot of the graduating student only!
ALL outstanding fees must be paid before prom (if you are attending) or graduation. Fees may include: athletics, lunch, library, post-secondary, technology & senior class fee. The senior class fee is $20 and will be added to your infinite campus account. This fee covers the cost of the senior gift, senior picnic & senior picnic prizes.
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Jostens Graduation Ordering Information
Attention Seniors and Parents:
It is time to start preparing for Graduation! Please see the attached flyer for details on ordering your Cap & Gown, Graduation Announcements, Class Ring and more. All ordering will be done online. Please be sure to order by the deadline, so your items are delivered in plenty of time.
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Class Ring Information for Sophomores and Juniors
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Attention Perry HS students and Parents:
You have the opportunity to get your Perry High School Class Ring. Your Ring is a symbol that you will have forever, to remind you that you are a part of Perry High School. It will also be a reminder of the friends you made and everything you accomplished while you were there. See the attached flyer for ordering information. Don’t miss out on the Huge Savings going on until November 7th!!!
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School Counseling Office Updates
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HOBY: Attention Sophomores
Any sophomore who may be interested in exploring their leadership potential should consider applying to attend the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership State Seminar.
At HOBY, high school sophomores learn to inspire through leadership development programs. State Leadership Seminars are a three-day residential program, typically held on a college or university campus. Virtual Leadership Seminars are two to three-day live online programs that allow students to participate from the safety of their own home without the need to travel.
This year's HOBY seminar will be held at John Carroll University on June 5th through June 7th, 2026. One sophomore will be chosen to represent Perry High School at the HOBY seminar next summer. Applications are available in the school counseling office. The deadline for returning applications is Friday, November 21. Interviews will be conducted on Monday, November 24.
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Buckeye Boys/Girls State
Are you interested in learning more about how our government works while making new friends from all over Ohio? Please consider attending Buckeye Boys/Girls State.
These programs provide a practical exercise in the operation of a democratic government as the students govern a fictitious 51st state. They will run for election and will be appointed to serve in offices within the Legislative Branch and in Cabinet/Administrative Departments at the State, County and Local Government levels. All Buckeye Boys State Delegates will be required to attend a local orientation meeting in the spring of 2026.
Applications and other information will be available through the school counseling office at Perry High School. Applicants will be interviewed, and the final selection will be made by the American Legion.
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College & Career Planning Events
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UH Nursing Coming To PHS
New Date: Friday, November 14th, 11:00 AM in the CNA classroom
Are you considering a major in nursing when you go to college?
University Hospitals is coming to Perry HS to present to high school students interested in nursing careers. If you are thinking about going to college and studying to be a nurse, you will not want to miss this event.
You will learn about the specific ways you can work for University Hospitals during your summers and breaks while you are in college. This information might build your understanding of how nursing skills grow over time and how you can put your skills to use and start your career.
If you are interested in attending, RSVP to Mrs. Soeder by sending her an email. soederr@perry-lake.org. More details about the specific classroom for this session will be shared as we get closer to this date.
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University Hospitals Nursing Day
📅Thursday, December 4th, 9am-1pm
University Hospital NURSING DAY
Experience a day at Tri-Point with the Nurse Education Team
This is a first-of-its-kind event for Perry HS Students. If you have ever considered a nursing career in your future, you should sign up to attend. Space is limited to only 12 Perry Students.
In order to attend, you must have the following completed and/or turned into Mrs. Soeder no later than Friday, November 21, 2025.
- Completed and current Emergency Medical Authorization on file in Infinite Campus
- Volunteer Guest Application, printed, signed and returned to Mrs. Soeder
- Guest Observer Waiver - See Mrs. Soeder for your copy, return it signed to Mrs. Soeder
There is no permission slip for this event.
Students will be traveling to Tri-Point on a Perry bus.
All participants should pack a lunch.
Business Casual Dress is expected. No Leggings. No hoodies. No jeans with holes. Clean shoes. If you have questions about what to wear, please see Mrs. Soeder.
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