Riedinger Middle School

	77 West Thornton Street Akron OH 44311 330/761-1345; Fax: 330/761-1349 Riedinger's Fall 2006 Newsletter Riedinger's ODE report card/demographics Riedinger's Parents Know Best Booklet (to view, download the free Acrobat reader)
Grades: 6-8 Colors: Navy Blue and Gold Mascot: Warrior Average Class Size: 28 – Average Enrollment: 550 School Day: 8 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. Report Card Rating: Academic Watch Principal: Traci Buckner
What makes Riedinger special? Riedinger's diverse population represents more than a dozen countries and cultures. Riedinger partners with the International Community Empowerment Project, which offers a tutorial program for immigrants and refugees, along with monthly field trips, computer skills, community projects and English enrichment. Riedinger offers an English as a Second Language program. Riedinger offers the Educational Talent Search and the Strive Toward Excellence programs through The University of Akron and the Young Scholars program in collaboration with The Ohio State University. Riedinger's central location allows students to easily experience the facilities that downtown Akron has to offer such as Canal Park, the National Inventors Hall of Fame and the Ohio Erie Canal. Riedinger's staff integrates technology into the classroom in a variety of ways such as computers, Smartboards, Alpha Smarts, classroom performance systems, Palm Handhelds and a wireless computer lab. Riedinger offers tutoring in reading and math. Riedinger offers Algebra I and pre-honors science. Riedinger offers membership in the National Junior Honor Society. Riedinger offers an alternative school within the school. Riedinger participates in the national reading program – 100 Book Challenge. Riedinger offers career preparation for eighth-grade students and work and family for seventh-graders. In 2003-04, math students ranked in the nation's top 10 for the McDonald's First in Math Challenge. Students can participate in extracurricular activities such as drama club, yearbook, newspaper, band, orchestra and choir. Riedinger is barrier-free to accommodate orthopedically handicapped students from throughout Akron and surrounding areas. Riedinger boasts seven Title 1 tutors and two classroom reduction teachers. Riedinger has a dedicated staff of professional educators who built a community of acceptance and who possess a passion for teaching all learners. Riedinger has trained peer mediators to help students solve their problems peacefully and a seventh-grade Student Leadership Team. Riedinger offers geometry for high school credit. Riedinger partners with area agencies: CYO, Mudd Run Golf Course, Alchemy Boys Program, Grow Up Girl, Destiny Academy and Family Services. Riedinger's RAP (Riedinger After School) project allows students to participate in after-school programs including outdoor activities, golf, life skills, digital photography, family fitness and an evening family program. Snacks and transportation are included. Teachers have an average of 13 years of experience, and 37% hold a master's degree or higher. History Constructed in 1979 Named in honor of Mabel M. Riedinger Mabel M. Riedinger began her long and illustrious career in education as a teacher in Akron Public Schools in 1926. She taught at Bryan, West and Buchtel. In 1947, she joined the faculty of The University of Akron, where she became a teacher of teachers. Dr. Riedinger served as a member of the Akron Board of Education from 1950 to 1970. In 1975, she returned as a board member for a five-month interim appointment. While serving on the board, Dr. Riedinger chaired the Committee on Instructional Policy, guiding decisions central to the development of a sound educational program. In addition to her tenure on the board, Dr. Riedinger had a major influence on teacher education programs and established a remarkable record of community service. Recognizing her many achievements, the Akron Board of Education ― in March 1977 ― decided to name the new middle school to be built in Opportunity Park in her honor. Directions Left on Broadway to Perkins Left on Perkins one block to High St. Left on High St. 1-1/4 miles to Thornton St. (St. Mary's Church and School) Right on Thornton St. one block to school on right

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