Did You Know?
Don’t forget that Tuesday, November 2 is election day!
Issue 68, the renewal levy for Strongsville City Schools, is on the ballot. This is a renewal levy which means no new taxes and the opportunity to provide financial stability for our District for at least the next five years. Strong school districts don’t happen by themselves. It takes strong support from the community, including engaged partnerships with families and local businesses, to become the very best for our students. We are grateful for our community’s past support and hope that our current efforts have earned your continued trust. CLICK HERE for a video message about Issue 68 from SCS Superintendent Dr. Cameron Ryba.
60 Seconds with the Superintendent
We appreciate our PTA and their efforts to raise money for various programs and resources in our District. Through many volunteer hours and passionate dedication, our PTA Council and the individual PTA units for each school are an important part of the SCS community. Click HERE for this week’s ‘60 Seconds’ episode and to learn more about the ways PTA supports Strongsville City Schools.
“BOO”-TIFUL SHOWCASE OF SHOWCHOIRS - SAT. 10/30
Make plans to enjoy showchoir performances from Berea High School, Westlake High School, the ETC Performing Arts School, and our very own “Mustang Express” at the “BOO”-tiful Showcase of Showchoirs event. This “frightfully great time” is scheduled for TOMORROW (Saturday, October 30th) at 7:00pm in the SHS Auditorium. See Halloween-themed performances from very talented high school singers and dancers throughout this “spooky night” of music. Tickets are $5 at the door (senior citizens are FREE!).
SHS FALL PLAY FUNDRAISER AT RAISING CANE’S - WED. 11/3
On Wednesday November 3, the Strongsville High School Theatre Program will be holding a Raising Cane's fundraiser from 10am to 10pm to help support its live, in-person fall production of Almost, Maine. Please consider ordering from the Strongsville Raising Cane’s location (14356 Pearl Rd.) on Wednesday to help recoup many of the funds necessary for props, set pieces, costumes, licensing rights, scripts, etc. Click HERE for the flyer to present when ordering.
The SHS Fall Play, Almost, Maine will take the stage on Friday, November 12 and Saturday, November 13 at 7pm in the SHS Auditorium. Purchase your tickets in advance HERE ($10 - General Admission for Adults; $5 - General Admission for Students and District Employees) or pay at the door on the night of the performance (cash only).
MUSTANG SPOTLIGHT - MRS. ALANA BENDETTA, FRENCH TEACHER AT STRONGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Mrs. Alana Bendetta is in her 12th year at Strongsville High School. Mrs. Bendetta teaches French and is also the World Language Department Chair for SHS. She is a lifelong resident of Strongsville - she graduated from Strongsville High School (Class of 2005), received her undergraduate degree from the University of Akron, and also earned her graduate degree from Baldwin Wallace.
“For as long as I can remember, being a French Teacher at Strongsville High School was my dream. Being able to teach with teachers who inspired me to become a teacher is an added bonus. I am truly so happy to be teaching my passion to others and hopefully inspiring students to continue their learning outside of the classroom,” said Mrs. Bendetta
“Above all, I love making genuine connections with my students. I believe that mutual respect and trust is essential in creating a positive classroom environment and I love how students come in happy, open, and willing to try new things. Their curiosity and overall kindness can turn any bad day into a good one.”
Thank you Mrs. Bendetta for bringing world languages to life at Strongsville High School! #WeAreStrongsville
“GREET & TREAT” COLLECTS MORE THAN $2,000 FOR THE STRONGSVILLE FOOD BANK
THANK YOU to the Strongsville community for participating in another successful (& FUN) “Greet & Treat” event. This annual family-friendly trick-or-treat night was held for the first time outdoors at Pat Catan Stadium and saw a record crowd attend. Donations were also collected for the Strongsville Food Bank and more than $2,000 was raised in food and cash donations for this worthwhile organization!
ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR AT SHS - SAT. 11/6
Make plans to visit the SHS Annual Craft Fair on Saturday, November 6th from 9am - 2pm at Strongsville High School. The Craft Fair will feature local artwork, homemade crafts, jewelry, bakery items, and much more! Admission is just $1 and all proceeds will benefit the SHS Yearbook Club and the SHS Cheerleaders. Click HERE for the event flyer.
ATHLETIC BOOSTERS CAR RAFFLE - WIN A 2022 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LS AWD!
The Strongsville Athletic Boosters are selling raffle tickets to win a 2022 Chevy Trailblazer LS AWD donated by Serpentini Chevrolet of Strongsville. The vehicle is on display in front of the SCS bus lot on Pearl Road. Tickets may be purchased for $20 each. All proceeds benefit Strongsville Athletics. The raffle drawing will be held on December 3, 2021 at the Strongsville High School Boys Basketball Game. This year, a 2nd Place Prize of $500 and a 3rd Place Prize of $100 will also be awarded! Purchase tickets online at https://strongsvilleboosters.membershiptoolkit.com/Home or from any SHS or SMS student-athlete.
“ELECTRIFY YOUR SYMPHONY” CONCERT - FRI. 11/19
OHIO VAX-2-SCHOOL
The COVID-19 vaccination is a key to keeping Ohio’s students in the classroom, and that’s why the Ohio Department of Health has launched Ohio Vax-2-School. Ohioans between the ages of 12 and 25 who have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccination have the chance to win one of 150 $10,000 scholarships and one of five $100,000 scholarships to an Ohio college or university for career or technical education. The entry period is now open. To learn more about this initiative or to submit an entry, visit ohiovax2school.com or call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.
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
Mustangs Stampede - Sunday, 11/7
Don’t miss the annual Mustang Stampede Fun Run for elementary age students on Sunday, November 7 at Volunteer Park at 11AM. Click HERE for additional race information and registration or visit the GOH Run website at gohrun.org
BRIXOLOGY™ at the Strongsville Recreation Center
This class for students ages 5-12 offers a unique application of the engineering design process with custom builds designed with master LEGO® building and our very own Research and Development team! From carnival rides to drawing machines, mechanical animals to soaring towers, you’ll explore exciting engineering careers and develop creative problem-solving skills galore. Register by calling the Strongsville Rec. front desk at 440-580-3260. Please register at least one week in advance.
Dance Classes at Strongsville Recreation Center
Register now for a variety of dance classes at the Strongsville Recreation Department. Click HERE for additional information on classes offered and how to sign up!
School Crossing Guards Wanted
The Strongsville Police Department is now hiring school crossing guards. Interested individuals must be at least 18 years of age, of good moral character, and have the ability to remain outdoors in all types of weather conditions for up to one (1) hour. Starting pay is $12.75 per hour. For more information, please contact Lt. Michael Campbell at 440.580.3224 or click HERE for additional information.
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.
November Business Luncheon
City of Strongsville Economic Development Update
with Brent Painter, Economic Development Director/City of Strongsville
Ehrnfelt Senior/Rec Event Center
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 11:30am – 1:00pm
Mark Your Calendar:
Chamber of Commerce 54th Annual Holiday Scholarship Dance
Michaud’s Catering & Event Center
Friday, December 3, 2021
7pm - Midnight
Chamber of Commerce December Holiday Luncheon
Ehrnfelt Rec/Senior Center
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
11:30am - 1:00pm
Strongsville Library
*Please note the following November 2021 events being held on ZOOM virtually and presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. Registration and an email address are required for all events in order 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.
The Cuyahoga County Public Library and Administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11th for Staff Development Day. We will resume normal hours on Friday, November 12th.
The Cuyahoga County Public Library and Administrative offices will be closed at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 24th and all day Thursday, November 25th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will resume normal hours on Friday, November 26th.
Cuyahoga Works Need help with your resume or interview skills? A Cuyahoga Works Career Counselor will be at the Strongsville Branch on Thursdays from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. to meet with individuals in need of job search assistance. For more information, visit https://cuyahogalibrary.org/Services/Cuyahoga-Works.aspx To schedule an appointment, please call (216) 475-2225.
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.
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 using the program Screenleap 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
Take & Make At Home Crafts! Stop into the Strongsville Branch to see what the current take it and make it craft of the month is for All Ages. Each month the Youth, Teen, and Adult Departments are offering free craft kits to take home while supplies last.
Discuss & Design: Millennial Book Discussion. Wednesday, November 3rd / 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Attention millennials we're going virtual! Are you looking for something fun and different to do with your friends? How about a book club with a twist. We meet monthly, alternating between children's, teen, and adult books. We discuss the assigned book and design something that complements the title, subject, or book cover. Maker kits will be available as a part of this program and can be mailed to a branch near you for pick up! Our next discussion will be on the book The Girls I've Been Before by Tess Sharpe. Register online to receive your materials and Zoom link to participate.
Young at Heart Virtual Book Discussion. Tuesday, November 9th / 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. BOTH VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON. A book club for adults who love Children's and Teen books. The next discussion title is Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park, 2020. When calling or registering online, please select whether you will be coming in-person or will need the Zoom link for the virtual discussion.
Zoom Virtual Preschool Storytime. Tuesdays, November 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th from 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Zoom Virtual Toddler Storytime. Wednesday, November 3rd , 10th, 17th and 24th from 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Zoom Virtual Storytime Baby & Me. Wednesday, November 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th from 3:00 – 3:30 p.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Zoom Virtual Family Storytime. Thursdays, November 4th, 11th, and 18th from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Happy, Happy, Happy Virtual Birthday Party. ALL Ages. Saturday, November 6th / 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. Join us virtually for a fun filled party to celebrate all birthdays! Mr. P. will supply the entertainment with stories, rhymes, and maybe a song or two. All are more than welcome to create a party atmosphere at home if you like! JUST HAVE FUN!
Young at Heart Virtual Book Discussion. Tuesday, November 9th / 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. BOTH VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON. A book club for adults who love Children's and Teen books. At the next discussion, we will talk about our favorite children or teen books from 2020 and 2021. When calling or registering online, please select whether you will be coming in-person or will need the Zoom link for the virtual discussion.
Virtual Studio Orientation. Saturday, November 13th from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. or Monday, November 22nd from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. 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 in order to use the spaces. These orientations will be held VIRTUALLY ONLY. Patrons 11 & up can participate in the orientation and must turn in the User Agreement form at the branch in order for the orientation to count. Register online to receive the Zoom link to participate.
Teen Virtual Trivia Night. Monday, November 8th / 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. This trivia game will cover a variety of topics and is a great way to show what you know. Registration and an e-mail address are required to receive the link to participate. A meeting link will be emailed to registered participants approximately one hour prior to the start of the program.
Southwest General Health Talk: Options for Hip & Knee Arthritis. Tuesday, November 16th / 10:00 a.m. Larry Lika, DO, orthopedics from Southwest General will discuss current approaches to hip and knee arthritis, from non-surgical to surgical options. Learn how advances in technologies mean a quicker recovery and improved outcomes. Register online to receive the Zoom link to participate.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, November 17th / 7:00 p.m. Our Wednesday Evening Book Discussion has gone VIRTUAL and will be live on Zoom at 7 p.m. on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be The Mother-in-Law by Sally Hepworth. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library. Register online to receive the Zoom link.
Intro to Indian Classical Music. Tuesday, November 23rd / 7:00 p.m. Sugata Chatterjee will perform the ancient form of “raaga” which is the melodic framework for improvisation akin to a melodic mode in Indian classical music. Registration and an email address are required to receive the Zoom link to participate.
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