Mustang Moments
Strongsville City Schools News (2023-24 Vol 8, Iss 18)
60 SECONDS WITH THE SUPERINTENDENT
Students in all of our elementary schools recently had the opportunity to participate in a roller skating unit through their PE classes. Click HERE for this week’s ‘60 Seconds’ episode to see the FUN everyone had while learning to skate!
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL “SMS GIVES BACK” EVENT
A longstanding tradition around the holidays, “SMS Gives Back” continues to provide opportunities for students and staff to give back to the community and make the holidays brighter for local families in need. Last Friday, the entire middle school worked together as students shopped and wrapped gifts for families, collected warm clothing items for the winter, created weekend bags for families and much more! Thank you to all that continue to make this holiday tradition such a special and meaningful event at SMS!
SMS 8TH GRADER WINS MISS BHARAT OHIO TEEN 2023
SMS 8th Grader Charvi Shah recently competed in the ‘Miss Bharat Ohio 2023’ beauty pageant (Teen Category) organized by MyDreamTVUSA and Apex Entertainment in Columbus, Ohio. Charvi won two titles: ‘Miss Bharat Ohio Teen Worldwide Popular Winner’ and ‘Miss Bharat Ohio Teen 2nd Runner Up.’
MUSTANG SPOTLIGHT - MR. WILLIAM HUNT, EDUCATIONAL AIDE & ATTENDANCE CLERK AT MURASKI ELEMENTARY
Mr. William Hunt is an Educational Aide and Attendance Clerk for Muraski Elementary. Mr. Hunt also provides support for the Right at School before and after-school program. This is his second year in the District and eleventh year in education. Mr. Griffen, Principal at Muraski, says “William is kind, compassionate, cares about kids, and goes above and beyond to help the staff. He is a positive person and models for students how to be a Model Mustang.”
Mr. Hunt describes similar feelings about his work at Muraski. “Every Mustang student at Muraski is a model for a perfect society. I love the interaction with our students and being a part of their every day life and activities. It is amazing to collaborate with the staff and teachers at Muraski to make a difference in students’ lives!”
Thank you Mr. Hunt for being part of a fantastic staff and supporting all of the students at Muraski! #ModelMustang
“HERE COMES THE BUS” APP FOR SCS FAMILIES
"Here Comes The Bus" is an app for SCS families to track busing information and routes for their student(s), as well as real-time notifications.
The app and complementary website (www.herecomesthebus.com) - available on a smartphone, tablet, or laptop, or personal computer - enables parents to see the location of their child’s school bus on its daily route.
Download the "Here Comes the Bus" app to monitor daily transportation information. Families that utilized the app last year will need to delete last year’s student information and add their current year information in order to receive the latest routing details and updates. Click HERE for additional information and instructions on utilizing the app for your student's bus routes.
RIGHT AT SCHOOL - BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE FOR SCS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FAMILIES
Our District partners with the nationally recognized school enrichment provider, Right At School, to provide before- and after-school care for elementary students. Right at School offers before- and after-school care every weekday (Monday-Friday) at each of the elementary school buildings in our District. For additional program information and/or to enroll your student, please click HERE.
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
A Leg Up Ballet Academy Presents “The Nutcracker”
Join A Leg Up Ballet Academy as they present the timeless holiday classic “The Nutcracker” at Strongsville Middle School on Saturday, December 16. Our hard working students bring the story to life in our unique presentation of this classic story. Make The Nutcracker a part of your holiday traditions this year! Two showtimes: 1pm & 5pm. Click HERE for additional information and to purchase tickets in advance.
Join Strongsville Special Olympics + Volunteers Needed for Basketball Season
Join the Strongsville Special Olympics family! Strongsville Special Olympics has a number of sports opportunities for ages 8 and up. Participants can gain new sports skills, attend annual dances and picnics, and make lifelong friends! Email strongsvillespecialolympics@gmail.com for additional information or click HERE.
Strongsville Special Olympics is seeking volunteers to help with their Basketball Skills Season. Students would supervise athletes as they travel around various stations, operate a skills station, and help encourage our athletes. The only training necessary is to be enthusiastic, have a positive attitude, and bring a smile! Our practices will be at the Strongsville Rec Center at 9 am on Sundays (1/7 - 2/18). Please click here to volunteer and contact us at strongsvillespecialolympics@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Youth Lacrosse - Spring Registration
Come be a part of America’s fastest growing sport! Strongsville Youth Lacrosse has been growing since 2008 and registration for the 2024 season is now open for boys and girls in 2nd-8th grades. Indoor practices begin in mid-February and the outdoor season runs from late March through May. All experience levels welcome. All information is included on the registration site - click HERE.
Treehouse Berea Programming
Treehouse Berea is offering many activities and opportunities for students. From Battle Bots to Coding to Minecraft Engineers - there's something for kids ages 6-13. Visit treehouseberea.com to learn more or click HERE for the flyer about the available activities.
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 see additional event info.
UPCOMING EVENTS
December Holiday Luncheon
"Celebrate the Season" - includes performance by the SHS Women's Chorale
Ehrnfelt Recreation & Senior Center (Event Center), 18100 Royalton Road
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
11:30am – 1:00pm
* Please bring a new, unwrapped toy for “Operation Toy Soldier”
Strongsville Library
Please note the following December 2023 events presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. 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.
*The Library and Administrative Offices will be closed on Sunday, December 24th and Monday, December 25th for the Christmas Holiday. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, December 26th at 9:00 a.m.
*The Library and Administrative Offices will be closed on Sunday, December 30th and Monday, January 1st for the New Year Holiday. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, January 2nd at 9:00 a.m.
CCPL Winter Program Guide The Cuyahoga County Public Library program guide is now digital! Want to find out about all the amazing library programs and resources happening around the system? You can view our Fall Program information here: https://www.pressreader.com/document/4050
English as a Second Language Classes by Aspire Greater Cleveland. If you need to learn English or improve your language skills, we can help. Aspire Greater Cleveland offers FREE beginner, intermediate and advanced-level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes. Strongsville Branch will be hosting morning classes on Thursdays and Fridays. Please call 833.ASPIRE2 (1.833.277.4732) to register or visit https://cuyahogalibrary.org/services/adult-education/aspire-greater-cleveland for more information.
IN-PERSON Storytimes.
Strongsville Branch Library storytimes are on hiatus for the month of December. We will resume winter storytimes in January.
Computer Classes Cuyahoga County Public Library offers computer classes for beginners to advanced. 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://cuyahogalibrary.org/classes-events/computer-classes
The Making of A Christmas Story. Saturday, December 16th / 2:00 p.m. Local guest lecturer, Carl Quatraro, will be here to present this fun holiday program. From the Red Ryder BB gun to the Leg Lamp, here is the story of this how this Christmas favorite was made from director Bob Clark’s first idea in 1968 to the 2022 sequel.
Noon Year's Eve Storytime Special. Families. Saturday, December 30th / 11:30 - 12:30 p.m. You’re invited to ring in the New Year with us! If your little ones can't make it to midnight, stop by the library for a fun filled storytime filled with silly stories and songs. There will be a countdown to noon and an extra special ball drop to celebrate!
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
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Location: Strongsville City Schools, 18199 Cook Avenue, Strongsville, OH, United States
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