Principal's Message

May12th,2026

We’re in the final stretch—just 9 school days remain, and our seniors have only a few days left in the building. The energy is building, and the end of the 2025–26 school year is within reach. While it’s an exciting time, we still have important work to finish to ensure a smooth and successful close.

The next couple of weeks include final exams, Chromebook collection, awards programs, senior events, and graduation. Your attention to detail, flexibility, and teamwork will be essential as we navigate these final days.

Below you’ll find key information related to exams and make-up expectations, Chromebook collection, and upcoming events.

Thank you for staying focused and supporting one another. Your efforts make a difference, and they help create meaningful experiences for our students. Let’s finish the year strong.

Go Mustangs!Go Amazons!Go Madeira!
Important Dates and Events for May

5th-15th - AP Testing
13th - Senior Last Class Day (Made in Madeira T-Shirt Day)
14th - Seniors Last Day 9am - 12pm
14th - MHS DAY OF SERVICE (DOS)!
14th - Senior Memory Board and Class Video Open House 5:30-7:00pm
14th - Senior Banquet/Sunset Celebration in Stadium 7:00 - 9:30pm
15th - Underclass Awards Programs (details below)
16th - MHS Junior-Senior PROM!
18th-21st- Early Release Exam Days
18th - Graduation Rehearsal, Senior Picnic and Parade Walk
19th - Baccalaureate 7:30pm Auditorium
21st - Students Last Day - End of Quarter and Year
22nd- Graduation - Madeira Stadium 7:30pm (details linked below)

April Students of the Month

Our students of the month for April were

9th Grade - Elliott Harth

Elliott was a dedicated member of the swim team this past winter and demonstrates discipline, perseverance, and teamwork both in and out of the pool. Beyond academics and athletics, Elliott is an active and engaged member of Sources of Strength, always contributing positivity to his environment – Congrats, Elliott!

10th Grade - Lincoln Johnson

Lincoln is a member of the academic team, and he has helped them make it state. Lincoln is currently excelling in coursework. He takes 3 AP classes and 3 honors. He also participates in Latin club. Lincoln excels outside of school and is always lifting his classmates. Keep up the good work and congrats, Lincoln!

11th Grade - Camdyn Mano

Camdyn is a dedicated member of the Track team and has excelled in the long jump for the Amazons. She placed 4th in the most recent meet and competed at state for winter track. She recently won the athlete of the week in February. Congratulations Camdyn!

12th Grade - Maddy Zoeckler

Maddy is a member of the track team and has performed well this season. Additionally, she excels academically in all of her classes, including AP Spanish, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Psychology, and AP Environmental Science. Next year, she plans to attend Miami University to pursue a degree in nursing. Congratulations, and best of luck next year!

Teacher Appreciation

The MHS staff would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible PTO and school families for once again going above and beyond to make us feel appreciated and valued. Your thoughtfulness and support throughout the week truly. made a difference—thank you for celebrating us in such meaningful ways!

Senior Events and Information

For full details on upcoming senior activities—including Baccalaureate,
Graduation, and more—please refer to our Senior Events Flyer.

Key Dates for Seniors:

Wednesday, May 13 – Final Day of Classes
Seniors will wear their Made in Madeira t-shirts. At 9:15 AM, all seniors are instructed to report to the front of school for a group photo.
Thursday, May 14 – Final Required Day
Seniors should report to school at 9:00 AM and will be dismissed around 12:00 PM. Senior exams will be administered during this time, as needed.
Thursday, May 14 – Senior Class Memory Board and Class Video Open House 5:30-7:30pm

Thursday, May 14 - Senior Sunset Celebration 7:00 - 9:30pm
Monday, May 18- Graduation Practice, Senior Picnic, and Senior Parade 9:00am
Tuesday May 19- Baccalaureate 7:30pm
Friday, May 22 – Graduation 7:30pm
We’re excited to celebrate the Class of 2026!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Jennifer Seitz or an administrator.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

MHS Day of Service
Madeira High School is excited for our annual Day of Service this Thursday, May 14th!

All 9th–11th grade students and staff will be participating, traveling to nearly 30 agencies across the Greater Cincinnati area to engage in meaningful service work.

The day will begin with students reporting to the cafeteria for a Student Government–sponsored pancake breakfast, followed by a guest speaker in the auditorium. Groups will then depart for service sites around 9:00 a.m.

Students will return between 1:30–2:30 p.m., with time to enjoy activities, games, and an ice cream truck (with items for purchase) as a way to celebrate their efforts together. Students who drive may leave after 2:00 p.m., but are not permitted to transport other students. Parent pick-up or walking home are also options, and regular bus service will run at 2:35 p.m.

The Day of Service reflects our district’s commitment to giving back—it’s not just something we do, it’s part of who we are.

Underclass Awards Programs

We’re looking forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students during our Underclass Awards Programs on Friday, May 15th in the auditorium. Each grade will have a separate program at the times listed below. Parents are welcome to attend, and each ceremony will also be live-streamed at: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatsUpMadeira

We’re excited to recognize so many amazing students—Go Madeira!

Awards Program Times:

10th Grade: 12:20pm - 1:00pm
9th Grade: 1:05pm - 1:45pm
11th Grade: 1:50pm - 2:35pm

Final Exams

Please review the student exam form and schedule here. Students have received this form and must return it signed by a parent or guardian by Friday, May 15th. The form also includes important details regarding review sessions and attendance expectations.

Exam Day Dismissal Times:
Monday–Wednesday, May 18–20: Early dismissal at 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 21: Early dismissal at 11:00 a.m., with a make-up exam period from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. if needed.

Exam Days:

Monday, May 18 -

8th Grade World Language Exam
Bell 1 and 2 Exams

Tuesday, May 19

Bell 3 and 4 Exams

Wednesday, May 20

Bell 5 and 6 Exams

Thursday, May 21

Bell 7 Exam and Makeup Exam from 11-1pm if needed

Please see the exam schedule form for more details. Normal morning bus service on all exam days.

Make-Up Exam Policy:
If a student misses an exam due to an excused absence, they should contact their teacher directly to schedule a make-up. Make-up exams may be completed during a study hall or during the designated make-up period on Thursday from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Exams may not be taken early. Any exams not completed during exam week due to an excused absence may be made up beginning May 27.

Chromebook Collection

Starting Exam Week, we will begin collecting school issued student Chromebooks. As students finish their exams, they are to turn in their Chromebook and charging cord to Mrs. Robertson in the PLC. All Chromebooks must be turned in for the summer. Thanks.

End of Year Parent Survey

We'd appreciate a few moments of your time to complete our end-of-year parent survey. Using a single link, you will be asked questions for each school your students attend. The survey should take between 5 and 10 minutes to complete. Last year we debuted a new survey format, and your responses have directly helped shape our district and building goals. You can see last year’s results posted on our website. We are striving to be better tomorrow than we are today, and your feedback is a vital part of our growth.

Link to 2025-26 Parent Survey

Madeira's Big League Weekend 2026!

Our MHS Varsity Baseball Team will play Summit Country Day as part of the Skyline Reds Futures Showcase! Come out and support the Mustangs as they compete in the 15th Annual Big League Weekend May 15, 2026 @ 8 pm at Great American Ball Park.

This is a great opportunity for our players to experience competing on a Major League field, and we would love to see the Madeira community come out to support them. When you purchase a ticket for Big League Weekend (Madeira vs. Summit), you will also receive a ticket to a future Reds game (see information below).

Bonus with Your Ticket: With the purchase of each Big League Weekend ticket, you will also receive a ticket to the Cincinnati Reds vs. Arizona Diamondbacks game on June 12.

Ticket Information: Tickets: $25.52 – $48.16
Purchase Tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Madeirahigh2 or scan the QR code on the home page banner on our website.

The ticket level you select will determine your seating for the Reds game on June 12. For the Madeira vs. Summit game, attendees will be able to sit down near the field to watch the Mustangs play.

Reds Game Information: June 12, 2026 @ 7:10 pm

June 12 will also be “Madeira Day” at the Reds game! Madeira will be featured throughout the pregame festivities, including:

• A Madeira group performing the National Anthem
• A special Madeira representative throwing out the ceremonial first pitch
• A Madeira group recognized on the field during a pregame ceremony

Stick around after the Reds game to enjoy a drone light show and post-game fireworks. Let’s pack the park and support Madeira Baseball and our Mustangs! Go Madeira!

Important Information From Milford Foods

If your child is graduating or withdrawing from the district with money remaining in his/her meal account, you may:

1. Transfer the balance to a sibling’s meal account
2. Request a refund check
3. Make a donation to a student in need.

REFUND/TRANSFER REQUEST & DONATION FORM
To request a refund check be issued or to make a donation, please choose the link below:
Meal Account Refund/Donation Request Form

You can check your child’s balance by logging into Payschoolscentral.com or you can contact the Nutrition Services Office at 513-576-4160 or 513-576-2290.

***IMPORTANT*** If you have the auto replenish function set up in Payschools, please disable this so that your account is not charged again once the refund/donation/or transfer is completed.

Medications Pick Up

All student medication must be picked up by a parent/guardian (adult) by Thursday, May 21st no later than 12pm. Parents may contact the school nurse to make arrangements for pick up by calling 513-891-8222 or emailing jglazer@madeiracityschools.org. Any medication not picked up, whether prescription or nonprescription, will be discarded or destroyed. Medication cannot be sent home with students. The only exception would be if the student has an order allowing him/her to self-carry (inhaler/epi only). New medication permits are required each school year.