Who is the Board of Education?
The Cuyahoga Falls Board of Education consists of five elected community members who reside in the Cuyahoga Falls City School District. Board members are elected to four-year terms on an alternating 3-seat / 2-seat election cycle (3 Board seats open; 2 years later- 2 Board seats open; 2 years later- 3 Board seats open, etc.). The term of office runs from January through December.
What Does the Board of Education Do?
Adopts a shared vision/mission that keeps students as the focus and commits to using the vision/mission to guide decisions
Adopts policies and allocates resources that support teaching and learning
Employs and evaluates the performance of the superintendent and treasurer
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by monitoring revenue/expenditures
Assists in the design of a Strategic Plan with long-term goals and short-term objectives that are regularly monitored and reported to the community
Approves contracts and determines the need/type/timeline for levies
Advocates for families and children and leads celebrations of student achievement
Focus Areas
The Cuyahoga Falls Board of Education has established three focus areas through the strategic planning process entitled Black Tiger Pride Strategic Plan 2025-29.
1.Culture of Caring
The Cuyahoga Falls City School District is committed to fostering a Culture of Caring for all members of the Black Tiger Family. We believe that meeting the fundamental needs of individuals is essential for personal growth and success. Our goal is to prioritize and address these needs, from basic to advanced, ensuring that every student, staff member, and community member is supported in their journey. By focusing on the unique needs of our District population, we aim to create an environment where all individuals can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
2. Facilitating our Financial Future
As the hub of our community, we will manage operational resources with financial transparency and responsibility to provide a safe, cost-effective environment that enriches student success and promotes positive growth while fostering strong partnerships.
3.Steering to Student Achievement
We envision a future where all students are empowered to reach their full potential as lifelong learners and global citizens through personalized and innovative educational experiences that prepare students for employment, enlistment, and enrollment success.