February 20, 2023​

Dear Princeton Music Boosters and Community,

With gratitude and Princeton Pride, I sincerely thank the outstanding individuals who made the recent music trip to Hawaii an extraordinary success. Congratulations on your exciting adventures!

A special acknowledgment goes to our exceptional music teachers – Kristen Brown, Kyle Phillips, Syndy Casey, and Holly Bates. Your unwavering dedication, passion, and guidance have shaped our students into accomplished musicians and enriched their lives through this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Your commitment to excellence is evident in all your performances, but this trip goes above and beyond to offer our students the Princeton Advantage.   

To our talented and dedicated Princeton Orchestra and Band students, your performances showcased your hard work, discipline, and talent. Your behavior, both on and off the stage, made us proud to have such outstanding representatives of our school. I have heard rave reviews of your respectfulness. I trust your time at Pearl Harbor, the Arizona Memorial, the U.S.S. Missouri, Forward Pier,  Malama Honua Public Charter School, the Polynesian Cultural Center, and the Whale Watching Cruise will be treasured experiences. 

A heartfelt thank you also goes out to our chaperones, who ensured this trip's safety and smooth coordination. Your commitment to the students' welfare does not go unnoticed.

Together, you have created lasting memories and strengthened the bond within our music community, especially the students at Malama Honua Public Charter School. This trip is a testament to the power of music and its positive impact on individuals and communities alike.

Once again, thank you, Kristen Brown, Kyle Phillips, Syndy Casey, Holly Bates, our Viking student musicians, and MVP chaperones, for making this musical journey an unforgettable and enriching experience.

As Always…Go Vikes!

G. Elgin Card

Superintendent

February 2, 2024

Dear Princeton Families and Community,

As we approach the much-anticipated solar eclipse crossing over Ohio, I want to remind you that on Monday, April 8, 2024, our schools will remain open and operate on a regular schedule.

The total solar eclipse promises to be a unique and captivating event, and we recognize the educational value it holds for our Princeton students. Although Butler County will experience the direct path of totality, Hamilton County and our school facilities are not in the path of totality. Our opportunity to view darkness as the moon passes between the sun and Earth is under three minutes. 

To ensure a safe and enriching experience, our district has taken proactive measures to purchase and will provide special eclipse-viewing glasses. These glasses will be distributed to every student and staff member, allowing them to safely observe and learn about the solar eclipse while minimizing any potential risks to their eyesight. The glasses will be given to high school students who will be dismissed before the time of the eclipse. 

We understand some parents may be concerned about their child's participation in the eclipse observation. If you wish for your child to opt out of this activity, please contact your child's school in advance, and arrangements will be made to engage in alternative educational activities during the eclipse.

Our dedicated educators will take advantage of this rare opportunity to incorporate the solar eclipse into the curriculum, fostering curiosity and scientific exploration. The last total solar eclipse in Ohio happened in 1806, and the next one will not be until 2099, so we are excited about this once-in-a-lifetime occasion.

Should you have any specific questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child's school or our district office at 513-864-1000. 

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we look forward to an educational and memorable day under the celestial wonders.

As Always…Go Vikes!

G. Elgin Card

September 15, 2023

On Thursday, September 14, the 2023 Ohio School Report Cards were released. This report tells us how our schools are doing by using a rating system of 1 to 5 stars, in half-star increments, with one star representing the lowest performance and five the highest, in different areas that the state measures, including early literacy and attendance. 

Princeton City Schools is very proud of the growth and accomplishments of our schools. Based on the expected projections, overall, the District earned 4 stars on the rating scale, which means it exceeds state standards.

2023 Princeton City School District Report Card:

• Overall - 4 Stars, Exceeds State Standards

• Academic Achievement - 3 Stars, Meets State Standards

• Progress - 5 Stars, Significant Evidence that the District Exceeded Student Growth Expectations by a Larger Magnitude 

• Gap Closing - 5 Stars, Significantly Exceeds State Standards in Closing Education Gaps

• Early Literacy (K-3) - 2 Stars, Needs Support to Meet State Standards

• Graduation Rates - 3 Stars, Meets State Standards

The 2023 report cards comprise five important parts, each getting its own star rating. The data shows the progress of districts and individual schools in raising achievement, closing the achievement gap, and preparing students for the future. Princeton’s Achievement component rating moved from 2 stars to 3 stars, which meets state standards. 

For the second consecutive year, Princeton earned 5 stars in the areas of Gap Closing and Progress, which significantly exceeds state expectations.

The Graduation Rate component measures the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate and the five-year adjusted cohort graduation rate for 2022. While the District earned 3 stars in 2023, up from 2 stars in 2022, the weighted graduation rate was 90%. The Class of 2023 graduation rate was higher, which will be reflected in the 2024 Report Card.

There will not be a star ranking for the College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness component until the 2024-2025 school year. With Princeton’s strong Work Ethic Certification program, business partnerships, workforce programs, and Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps classes, high marks are expected. 

Remember, these report cards are not the only way to judge a school. You can also talk to other parents, neighbors, students, and graduates to get the full picture. Checking out the school's website, visiting the school and meeting the teachers, and attending events like the annual State of the Schools Address, Festival of Arts, and monthly building Second Cups of Coffee meetings can provide a more comprehensive idea of how Princeton is “Empowering each student for college, career, and life success” every day. 

If you would like to know more about what these stars mean, there's a guide called the "Guide to the 2023 Ohio School Report Cards'' that includes an overview and explanation of the key components of the report cards.

To see the ratings and data for Princeton City Schools, visit https://reportcard.education.ohio.gov/district/overview/044677.