Announcements for Monday, May 5, 2025 https://5il.co/3f7u9
CES held an Art Show today to showcase our students. Thanks to Miss Belle for all of her work organizing this great event! #bebetter
Cridersville, what a great night!!! Thank you to everyone who came to the Shine Bright Dance tonight!! We had an AMAZING turnout!!
We would also like to say thank you to all of our awesome volunteers!! And thank you to Mr. Rex for being our DJ!
Thank you for supporting the CES PTO!!
Please help us welcome Brittney Myers to the WCS team!
Brittney brings a unique blend of compassion, resilience, and hands-on experience to her new role. She recently served as a paraprofessional at Cridersville Elementary through the Auglaize County ESC, where she supported students with diverse learning needs. Prior to that, she worked at Lima Memorial Hospital, ensuring safe and clean environments for patients and staff.
Originally from Illinois, Brittney graduated from Dundee-Crown High School in 2005 and moved to Ohio in 2020. She brings a deep well of empathy and resilience to her role, shaped by her experience as a full-time caregiver for her two children, both diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis—one of whom has undergone a liver transplant.
In her free time, Brittney enjoys coloring and sewing, and cherishes time with her two kids, her husband of nearly 15 years, and their two dogs.
We’re so glad to have her heart, dedication, and experience here at WCS. Welcome, Brittney!
Announcements for Friday, May 2, 2025 https://5il.co/3f291
Announcements for Thursday, May 1, 2025 https://5il.co/3exs4
Please help us welcome Michelle Porter to the WCS family!
Michelle brings over 30 years of experience working with children in a variety of roles, including the past two years with the Auglaize County ESC. A 1993 graduate of Shawnee High School, Michelle has deep ties to Cridersville Elementary—where all of her own children attended—making this new role especially meaningful for her and her family. Known for her flexibility and easygoing nature, Michelle is excited to officially join the team at CES and continue making a positive impact in a place that holds a special place in her heart.
Welcome aboard, Michelle! We’re so glad to have you!
CES would like to recognize the students of the month for April: Brooks Berg (K), Sofia Samaroo (1st), Ian Kirkhoff (2nd), Ashton Larger (3rd), & Karli Cornett (4th) #bebetter
Announcements for Wednesday, April 30, 2025 https://5il.co/3ese4
Announcements for Tuesday, April 29, 2025 https://5il.co/3enq4
Announcements for Monday, April 28, 2025 https://5il.co/3ej53
Announcements for Friday, April 25, 2025 https://5il.co/3ee1c
CES would like to recognize our 2nd graders for their outstanding music performance last night! #bebetter
Join us in welcoming Jackie Montague to Cridersville Elementary!
A 2005 graduate of Wapakoneta High School and proud hometown native, Jackie spent 10 years as a stay-at-home mom before stepping into the classroom as a substitute earlier this year—and instantly fell in love with it!
She enjoys playing video games, is an avid reader, and recently taught herself how to crochet.
Now officially joining the CES team, she’s excited to help bring kindness, compassion, and support to our students each day. “I want to help ensure every child has a bright future!”
CES families, Reminder that there is no Kindergarten on Friday 4/25
Announcements for Thursday, April 24, 2025 https://5il.co/3e8wn
Please help us welcome Amy Traucht to Cridersville Elementary!
A proud graduate of Wapakoneta High School (Class of 1999), she was raised in Cridersville and has always loved the charm of small-town life. With 27 years of experience working with children from birth through age 12 and a degree in Early Childhood Education, she brings a wealth of knowledge and heart to our team.
Fun fact: She's as down-to-earth as they come and wears her heart on her sleeve—always willing to help anyone in need.
She’s thrilled to join CES and looks forward to being a positive role model for all our students!
Announcements for Wednesday, April 23, 2024 https://5il.co/3e5jz
Please join us in welcoming Derek Morman to Wapakoneta City Schools! Derek comes to us with two years of experience working with all ages of students from kindergarten to seniors in high school. He has worked for the ESC the past two years and is very excited to join the Cridersville family next year. Derek has an Associates in Digital Multimedia and a Bachelor in Business Administration, both from the University of Northwestern Ohio.
Derek is a graduate of Columbus Grove High School, and lives in Lima now. He enjoys Origami, Geocaching, cruising the world, and spending time with his friends and family. Derek is most excited about being able to work with the students and help shape who they become in the future!
Announcements for Tuesday, April 22, 2025 https://5il.co/3dwzv