Superintendent of Schools

A Note from Dr. Draffen

Dear Parents and Community Members:

Welcome to the 2009-10 school year! The excitement of
a new school year never seems to wane, bringing with it the anticipation
of reuniting with old friends, meeting new friends and new teachers, and breaking in brand new notebooks, pencils, and backpacks.

The teachers, support staff, and administration of Trotwood-Madison City Schools understand you have entrusted to us the most precious part of your lives—your children—and we stand ready to teach, support, nurture, and assist them so that their school experience is positive, rewarding, and beneficial to their academic and social growth.

We are partners in this important endeavor of education. We encourage you to be involved by attending Open House, meeting your child’s teacher, attending PTO meetings, logging on to “Progress Book” to monitor your child’s progress in his or her class work, attending Parent-Teacher conferences, and assuring your child is at school and on time each day.

Thank you for the opportunity to work with your children; I look forward to a successful and rewarding school year.

- Dr. Lowell C. Draffen, Superintendent

A Note from Dr. Wagner

The newspaper headlines are full of news regarding President Obama’s Economic Stimulus Package and Governor Strickland’s proposal for changes to the educational programs in Ohio. Each day the details change leaving all of us wondering what this means for Trotwood-Madison City Schools and our children. At this point, there are few certainties,but we will share with you what we know so far:

1. It appears the School District will get no new money for general operations. In fact, the latest information shows a decrease in state foundation funding of 2% next year.

2. Money that may come from the federal stimulus package will be restricted in use. Right now the money is earmarked for the education of children with disabilities and for Title I funding for additional academic support to the current program. The District will not be allowed to spend this money on operating expenses such as salaries, electricity, gasoline, etc.

3. The District Administration is preparing to recommend reductions to the Board of Education for next school year.

4. The Board of Education is considering putting an operating levy on the ballot so that further cuts to the educational program can be minimized. The exact millage has yet to be determined.

We respectfully ask for your support of our students and their academic program. We commit to you that we will continue to be good stewards of your tax dollars. Education is the key to our students’ success later in life, and as a community, we must assure that they have the educational opportunities necessary for them to be accepted into college, secure employment, and become productive citizens.

- Dr. Rexann L. Wagner, Assistant Superintendent

 

 

Lowell C. Draffen, Ed.D.

 

Rexann L. Wagner, Ph.D.

Five New Buildings!

In 2001, the citizens of this community made a commitment to construct new K-12 facilities to serve the young people of Trotwood.  Our three new Elementary School buildings, Middle School, and High School are now open and represent the dreams and hard work of countless individuals spanning many years. 

From the beginning, the project was guided by the desire to design and construct buildings that will serve the educational needs of our students and community.  These new school buildings are the result of shared vision, teamwork, serious dedication, and involvement. Please take a few moments to tour these beautiful facilities. 

We are confident you will be pleased and excited about the educational opportunities that these new buildings promise.  To have our students realize their potential and excel in their academic endeavors is a goal worthy of our collective planning, creativity, and labor.

You are our valued customer.  Please become involved in your child's education - together we can! 

Thank you for your support of our school system.