60 Seconds with the Superintendent
Congratulations to the SHS Class of 2022! We are proud of your accomplishments and can’t wait to hear about your continued success in “life after SHS.” Click HERE for this week’s episode to see some highlights of the recent commencement ceremony honoring this special class.
SUMMER MATH ENRICHMENT
Looking to continue to sharpen your student's math skills over the summer? Mrs. Scott (SCS Secondary Math Coach) and Ms. Scotta (SCS Gifted & Testing Coordinator) have collaborated to provide FUN, engaging, and thought-provoking math projects, activities, and resources for students in grades K-12.
Click HERE for optional summer math enrichment.
SHS 2022 COMMENCEMENT PICTURES
We had a great celebration of the Class of 2022 on Sunday, 5/29! Congratulations to all of our newest SHS alumni and their families! Click HERE for a Google folder of additional 2022 SHS Commencement pictures.
#foreveramustang #WeAreStrongsville
NOTE FROM OUR SCS SOCIAL WORKERS
If families are in need of some extra support this summer - 211 is a 24/7 hotline / helpline for resources from food, to clothing, utility assistance, housing, and mental health resources. You can also use their online chat at https://www.211oh.org. In addition, Mobile Crisis is a 24/7 hour support line for mental health needs. It can be accessed by calling 216.623.6888 or texting "4HOPE" to 741741. Additionally, due to the change in federal support for school lunch programs, there will no longer be the option for summer lunches from the school district. If you need support for food, contact the Strongsville Food Bank (440.580.3280 or https://www.strongsvillefoodbank.org). For any assistance for the 2022-23 school year regarding mental health questions / services, please email Celia Joyce at cjoyce@scsmustangs.org and she will get back to you by August.
TWO MURASKI 2ND GRADERS SELECTED TO APPEAR ON STORYVOICE LIVESTREAM
On the last day of school, Mrs. Timko’s 2nd grade class at Muraski Elementary joined students from around the country on a Storyvoice live streaming event. Storyvoice hosts events of actual real-life authors sharing their published works through a read-aloud that is broadcasted nationwide. Throughout the year, Mrs. Timko’s class has logged in to several of these events to listen to authors read their books aloud and also get involved through some written audience participation via prompts that appear on screen.
In a recent Writer's Workshop hosted by Storyvoice, students were guided through some prompts to create their own personal memoirs about where they are from. These memoirs have them describing who they are through details about where they live, their favorite foods, special memories, etc. as they write, "I come from..."
From hundreds of memoir submissions from students around the country, TWO 2nd graders from Muraski were chosen to read aloud on the LIVE Storyvoice broadcast - Congratulations to Lillian H. and Hailey E. for being selected to share their stories! Muraski was one of just five classrooms across the country with student authors being highlighted!
WATCH SPRING CONCERTS ON DEMAND
There were a number of concerts throughout our District over the final month of the school year featuring our extremely talented students. Did you miss a concert or two, or do you want to re-watch a performance? All of our concerts are available on demand - click HERE to access any of the recorded broadcasts.
FOUR NATIONAL MERIT FINALISTS FROM SHS
Congratulations to the four Strongsville High School students who were recently named National Merit Finalists - Benjamin Hawke, Jacob Huber, Kristin Johnson, and Cole Smith. These four qualified for the prestigious National Merit program based on their PSAT scores and are among the top .4% students in the country being recognized as Finalists.
SHS TRACK & FIELD STUDENT-ATHLETES REGIONAL RESULTS & QUALIFIERS FOR STATE MEET
Congratulations to the following SHS track and field student-athletes who competed and placed in the Regional Finals:
Paige Fabrizi / High Jump (7th Place)
Kennedy Griffin / Long Jump (1st Place) STATE QUALIFIER*
Mason Birch / High Jump (5th Place)
Andrew Beten / High Jump (6th Place)
Tina Varis, Julia Isham, Brynn Severance, Sydney Wingler / 4x800M Relay (7th Place)
Cameron Derkacs / 110M Hurdles (4th Place) STATE QUALIFIER
Kennedy Griffin / 100M Dash (4th Place) STATE QUALIFIER
Sydney Wingler / 1600M Run (6th Place)
John Yarwood / 1600M Run (6th Place)
Jordan Lynch, Gianna Upchurch, Paige Fabrizi, Kennedy Griffin / 4x100M Relay (2nd Place) STATE QUALIFIER
Cameron Derkacs / 300M Hurdles (4th Place) STATE QUALIFIER
Kennedy Griffin / 200M Dash (4th Place) STATE QUALIFIER
Nick Turner / 200M Dash (6th Place)
Julia Isham / 3200M Run (2nd Place) STATE QUALIFIER**
* Congratulations to Kennedy Griffin who placed third in the State Meet for the Long Jump!
** Congratulations to Julia Isham who placed third in the State Meet for the 3200M run!
MRS. EMILY GUNDERT, SECOND GRADE TEACHER AT KINSNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
This year, Mrs. Emily Gundert finished her first year in our District after teaching 2nd and 3rd grade at Garfield Heights City Schools for 14 years. Mrs. Gundert teaches 2nd grade at Kinsner Elementary School. Her undergraduate degree is from Baldwin Wallace and her graduate degree is from Ursuline College.
“I love watching students become independent thinkers and I love seeing them light up when the learning clicks. I also love hearing them work with each other to problem solve and explore different solutions. I have enjoyed watching them progress throughout the school year, take ownership of their work, and show pride in their accomplishments,” said Mrs. Gundert.
“Being at Kinsner this past year was such a blessing! The support from fellow staff members, parents, and community members has been truly something special. The students come in every day with an eagerness and joy that is contagious! I feel so grateful to have the opportunity to further my career in Strongsville and look forward to the future!”
Thank you Mrs. Gundert for helping our 2nd graders at Kinsner learn and grow! #WeAreStrongsville
BOARD FINANCE COMMITTEE SEEKING NEW MEMBER
Strongsville City Schools offers several opportunities for community members to serve on Board of Education committees, with the goal of continued growth for our District. The Board Finance Committee is made up of both community and District representatives. The committee meets quarterly to review financial updates and information as provided by the Treasurer. Additional meetings may occur as needed. Committee members are encouraged to offer suggestions and opinions based on their area of expertise to improve the financial health of the District, while balancing the District's three goals of Academic Achievement & Growth, Financial Prudence, and Community Engagement.
Interested in joining the Board Finance Committee? Please reach out to George Anagnostou, Treasurer/CFO for Strongsville City Schools, via email (ganagnostou@scsmustangs.org) and include a brief bio and your professional experience.
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CAMP DISCOVERY AT POLARIS
Polaris Career Center is hosting its very own summer camp - Camp Discovery! The fun-filled learning camp runs June 13-16. Camp Discovery is open to students entering 6th-8th grades and live in one of the Polaris partner school district communities. Click HERE to register or click HERE for the event flyer.
FREE & REDUCED PRICE MEAL APPLICATIONS FOR 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR
After two years of free meals for all students in our District, we will be transitioning back to free, reduced, and paid statuses for student meals. If you believe your family may qualify for free or reduced price school meals, we encourage you to complete a Free & Reduced-Price Meal Application, which will be available on our District website (www.strongnet.org) beginning Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Please wait until July 5 to fill out the form. The online form must be completed by Friday, September 30, 2022. If your situation should change as a result of lower income or increased family size, you may complete a new form at any time during the school year.
MUSTANGS CHEER CAMP
SHS Cheer is excited to announce Mustangs Cheer Camp for students in grades 1st-8th. Join the high school cheerleaders for a day of learning new chants, cheers, jumps. Cheer camp attendees will get to cheer with SHS cheerleaders at the first Varsity Football home game on August 19th. Scan the QR code on this flyer for more camp details. If you have questions please email Coach Orlosky at jorlosky@scsmustangs.org.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION INFORMATION (2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR)
Full Day Kindergarten (FDK) requests for the 2022-23 school year are currently being accepted online. Parents interested in FDK should complete this request form. Please click HERE for complete information on kindergarten registration for the 2022-23 school year.
STRONGSVILLE ATHLETIC BOOSTERS ANNUAL GOLF OUTING - FRI. 7/1
“Tee it up” at the annual Athletic Boosters Golf Outing on Friday, July 1 at Bunker Hill Golf Course. The outing includes 18 holes of golf, breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the course, prizes, raffles, and MORE. Register your foursome at birdease.com/sab2022. Click HERE for the event flyer.
STAY SAFE. SPEAK UP!
Strongsville City Schools encourages students, teachers, staff, parents, and other members of our community to report any instances of potential violence, bullying, self-harm or any other issue where students may be at risk. Click HERE for additional Stay Safe. Speak Up! Information on the District’s website. Reporting incidents can be made anonymously online or through a toll free number (1-866-listen2me / 1-866-547-8362).
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Kindness Camp - C’s the Day
A camp for kids in grades 1-7 dedicated to EMPOWERING kids to positively impact their communities through acts of kindness, INSPIRING kids to become leaders by growing in character, confidence and personal wellness, and CHALLENGING kids to practice mindfulness in thoughts, words, and actions with self and others.
WHEN: June 13-17 (1:00pm - 4:00pm)
WHERE: Albion Woods Picnic Area
Click HERE for additional information / Click HERE to register for the camp
Strongsville Soccer Registration (Fall 2022)
Registration for Strongsville’s Fall Soccer league is happening now through July 20 for boys and girls ages 4-14. Visit strongsvillesoccer.com or click HERE for additional registration information.
Strongsville Historical Society Presents The Great Big Yard Sale
Experience the The Great Big Yard Sale on June 23-24, 2022 on the beautiful lawns of the Strongsville Historic Village (13305 Pearl Rd.) from 9:00am to 4:00pm on Thursday, 6/23 and 9:00am to 2:00pm on Friday, 6/24. Items for the sale include: small furniture, clothing, household miscellaneous items and antiques, tapes & CDs, and many other treasures - most items have been donated by members for this sale. The General Store will also be open with some special sale items along with the regularly stocked items. This is a cash only sale with garage sale prices with all proceeds going to the Strongsville Historical Society. There is no entrance fee and ample free parking. Call 440-572-0057 or visit our website at www.strongsvillehistoricalsociety.org for more information.
Attention cheerleaders, dancers, and gymnasts - Looking for SFL Cheer Captains!
The Strongsville Football League is hiring cheer captains for the 2022 football season. We are looking for high school cheerleaders, dancers, or gymnasts with cheer experience to teach cheerleading to kids in grades K through 6. This is not just a part-time seasonal job but it is an excellent opportunity to build leadership skills which are necessary to gain acceptance into many honor societies and colleges. And, for those who may be considering a future career working with children, this is a great way to test the waters. The captains will create and teach cheers, chants, a dance; attend practices and games, and create an inclusive environment of fun for ALL! Captains will now earn $10 per hour, and those who apply by May 15th and are selected for the 2022 season, will receive a special bonus gift in their first paycheck! Interviews will begin in June. Click HERE for the flyer with more information! Applications can be found at: http://www.strongsvillefootballleague.com or click HERE. Applications should be returned via email to SFLcheer411@gmail.com
Strongsville Football League Registration
Register now for the upcoming season of the Strongsville Football League. Cheerleading, flag, padded flag, and tackle teams for Grades 1-8 will be competing in the fall. Register at www.strongsvillefootballleague.com or click HERE for the flyer with additional information.
Baldwin Wallace Sports Camps
Baldwin Wallace University’s Athletics Department hosts a variety of sports camps, clinics and programs for young athletes in grades 3-12. Whether your child is a beginner, playing recreationally, or preparing for collegiate sports, BW Sports Camps can help them improve their game! Learn more at https://dcl.bw.edu/divisions/athletic-camps/ or click HERE for an informational flyer. Brought to you by the Baldwin Wallace Division of Community Learning.
Baldwin Wallace Summer Arts Programs
Baldwin Wallace Community Arts School invites youth to campus during the summer for focused music study and immersive dance training. Through the camps and college prep programs, students experience hands-on instruction from BW Conservatory and guest faculty, make new friends along the way, and experience the beauty of BW’s campus. If you have any questions about the summer offerings, please contact Julia Morreale at 440-826-2448, or click HERE for additional information.
Baldwin Wallace Youth Adventure Camp
Registration is now open for Baldwin Wallace’s Youth Adventure Sport Camp where campers will Learn, Explore and Play on campus! The full-day camp will take place July 18-21 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for campers in 3rd through 8th grade. Each day will be filled with activities ranging from kayaking and paddle boarding, to hiking, survival skills, archery, team games, racquetball, badminton, birdie golf, ultimate Frisbee, swimming, skills drills, disc golf, slacklining, yoga and more! Click HERE for additional information.
GOH Run Kids Summer Camps
GOH Run is a nonprofit created to support running in our community, Don’t miss the summer running camps offered which help build character, confidence, wellness, and encourage fun opportunities for fitness. Click HERE for additional information and to register.
Strongsville Chamber of Commerce
Please note the following upcoming events hosted by the Strongsville Chamber of Commerce. Registration is required for all events. Please call 440.238.3366 for more information or to register. Those interested in the following events may also visit the Chamber website (www.strongsvillechamber.com) to register and to see additional details.
June Business Luncheon
Strongsville Economic Development Update
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 11:30am - 1:00pm
Ehrnfelt Rec & Senior Center, 18100 Royalton Road
Strongsville 80th Annual Homecoming Festival
Wednesday, July 13th - Saturday, July 16th, 2022
Strongsville Commons
Sponsorship Opportunities & 50/50 Raffle Tickets available at the Chamber Office
Homecoming Festival Fireworks Display
Saturday, July 16th at Dusk
Viewable from the Strongsville Commons
54th Annual Chamber Golf Outing
Friday, August 26, 2022
Shale Creek Golf Course
Strongsville Library
**Please note the following June 2022 events being held on ZOOM virtually and presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. Registration and an email address are required for all events for us to send you the Zoom invitation. Please call (440) 238-5530 to register or for more information. Customers may also visit www.cuyahogalibrary.org to register and to see more library event information.
Summer Reading Game Returns: June 4th – August 14th, 2022. In honor of Cuyahoga County Public Library's 100th anniversary our 2022 summer reading theme is "Celebrate 100 Years of Reading." Participants in our summer reading program track their reading in 20-minute increments to earn midpoint and completion prizes, and grand prize raffle entries. Register to participate online or in-person at your local branch. Visit www.ccplsummerreading.org to register to play online. Check out our Summer Reading youtube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DrdsX9RHwk Stop in to your local branch library beginning June 4th to pick-up a game board or download the Beanstack Tracker app to play on your mobile device. Track your reading and win some prizes along the way. Read all summer long for a chance to win some great prizes!
English as a Second Language. IN PERSON Thursdays & Fridays from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Aspire Greater Cleveland is once again teaching IN-PERSON classes to help non-native speakers learn English and validate their skills. Students must attend an ESOL/Citizenship orientation session before beginning ESOL or citizenship classes. If you are interested in attending these ESOL classes, please call Aspire at 833.277.4732 to register.
Young at Heart Book Club. Tuesday, June 7th / 7:00 p.m. Register online. IN PERSON. A book club for adults who love Children's and Teen books. The title for this month’s discussion is Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys.
Computer Classes Cuyahoga County Public Library offers computer classes for beginners to advanced. Classes are currently being held in-person as well as some VIRTUALLY which requires a web browser and an internet connection. There is no additional software to download. Google Chrome is the recommended browser. A valid email address is required for registration. Registrants will receive an email with a link to join the class at least an hour before the start time. Registration opens 30 days before the start of the class and closes prior to the start of the class. To see a full class list, descriptions, and to register, please visit
https://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/Events/Computer-Classes/2021-Virtual-and-In-Person-classes.aspx
Strongsville Branch IN-PERSON classes:
Thursday, June 16th / 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. PowerPoint 1.
IN-PERSON Storytimes. Strongsville Branch Library has resumed some storytimes in-person. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories. Group is small and registration is required. Please register each child separately. Only the participating child and one caregiver will be admitted to the program (no siblings, please), due to social distancing space requirements. In-person programs may be held over Zoom if required by CDC and CCPL guidelines. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture this program’s effectiveness. Learn more about parent options at www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options. To check for in-person storytime availability, please check our schedule online or call (440) 238-5530.
Zoom Virtual Preschool Storytime. Age 3-5. Tuesday, June 7th from 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Zoom Virtual Family Storytime. Thursday, June 2nd, 9th, 23rd, and 30th from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Strongsville Studio Deep Dive. Teens Ages 11 – 18. Thursdays, June 9, 16, 23, & 30 / 10:00 a.m. – Noon. Teens do you like movies, animation, photos, and music? Join us in the studios to create films, cartoons, memes, and music. In this on-going weekly series, teens will use their creativity and studio equipment to create multimedia projects, music, films, and more. No prior experience necessary, just bring your ideas. Space is limited and registration is required. Participants must complete a https://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/getmedia/c6d9bec3-159a-451b-99bb-bd3283086863/Release-and-Hold-Harmless-Agreement-1045.pdf.aspx Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture program’s effectiveness. More information can be found at https://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/Kids-Teens/Parents-and-Teachers/Parent-Options.aspx
Studio Orientation. Saturday, June 11th from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. / VIRTUAL or Monday, June 20th from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. / IN-PERSON. Have you ever thought about recording your own music, making a video, digitizing memories and more? The Strongsville Branch Library is home to both Audio and Video Recording studios that can help you do just that! You must go through an orientation to use the spaces. Patrons 11 & up can participate in the orientation and must turn in the User Agreement form at the branch for the orientation to count. Register online to attend the virtual or in-person sessions.
Library Birthday Summer Celebration. Saturday, June 11th / 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. The Cuyahoga County Public Library system is turning 100 Years Old! Help us celebrate the Library with this event for all ages! Join us for steel drum music from local musician and steel drum player, Scott Sopata. The Kona Ice Truck will also be stopping by the Strongsville Branch Library parking lot with a cool treat for all to enjoy. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Strongsville Branch Library. This event will be held outside weather permitting. No Registration Required!
Cleveland Metroparks presents Ohio Animals. Ages 4 and up. Wednesday, June 15th / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Join Cleveland Metroparks Naturalist Jenny McClain for a hands-on discovery of the amazing adaptations Ohio animals have that help them survive. You will get an up-close look at skulls, scat, furs, and feathers, and get the opportunity to meet one of our live animal ambassadors. Only the participating child and one caregiver will be admitted to the program (no siblings, please), due to social distancing space requirements. In-person programs may be held over Zoom if required by CDC and CCPL guidelines. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture this program’s effectiveness. Learn more about parent options at www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, June 15th / 7:00 p.m. IN PERSON. Our Wednesday Evening Book Discussion meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Strongsville Branch Library. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library.
Discover Zoobs. Grades 1 – 6. Thursday, June 16th / 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. Young builders will experiment with these open-ended building pieces to solve STEM challenges. Complete 3 STEAM challenges individually and in a group using ZOOBS to complete your goal. This open-ended building toy snaps together 20 different ways, so any device contraption, gadget or scheme that solves the challenge is correct.
Blood Drive. Friday, June 17th / 10:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. In just an hour of your time you can help save up to three lives. Make sure hospital patients get the treatment they need. Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Summer Canning Extravaganza Series. June 21st – June 23rd / 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Join Chef Jeremy Umansky of Larder Delicatessen & Bakery for a canning and preservation series! You will learn all there is to know about canning, pressure canning, and many other techniques that you can use to preserve your garden harvest or farmers market haul. June 21 - Part 1: Canning (high acid), June 22 - Part 2: Pressure Canning, June 23 - Part 3: Other Preservation, dehydrating, freezing, salting. Participants must be able to attend all three sessions of this series. Registration is required and begins on May 23rd at 9:00 a.m.
Discover: STEAM Mini Challenges. Grades 1 – 6. Thursday, June 23rd / 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. Learn, experiment, and create with common household items.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, June 27th / 2:30 p.m. IN PERSON. The Monday Afternoon Book Discussion meets at 2:30 p.m. in the Library on the 4th Monday of each month. No registration required. New members always welcome. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be I Was Anastasia: a Novel by Ariel Lawhon. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Mixed Media Journal. Teens Grades 6 – 12. Monday, June 27th / 7:00 – 8:15 p.m. Decorate your own journal with a variety of art supplies. Journals and art supplies are provided. Due to social distancing space requirements, only the participating children will be admitted to the program.
Watching Her Thrive: Saving, Investing, & Planning for the Future. Tuesday, June 28th / 7:00 p.m. Are you confident making financial decisions? With more women than ever responsible for their financial well-being, it is critical that you know how to save, invest, and plan for your future. Learn the six things you can do today to thrive financially. Presented by Leah Hadley, Best-Selling Author, Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA).
Discover: Index Card Bridges. Grades 1 – 6. Wednesday, June 29th / 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. Using just one index card, can you make a bridge that can hold up to 2 pounds? Come on in and try! This bridge construction challenge will test your skills in figuring out which bridge design is the strongest.
Stay Connected with Strongsville City Schools
Strongsville High School * Muraski Elementary *
Strongsville Middle School * Surrarrer Elementary *
Chapman Elementary * Whitney Elementary *
Kinsner Elementary * Early Learning Preschool
Website: www.strongnet.org
Location: Strongsville City Schools, 18199 Cook Avenue, Strongsville, OH, United States
Phone: (440) 572-7000
Facebook: facebook.com/strongsvillecs
Twitter: @strongsvillecs