60 Seconds with the Superintendent
Surrarrer Elementary 2nd grade students in Mrs. Whitney's and Mrs. Wilson's classes have been working on a project that demonstrates "collaborative" and "global" skills of our Model Mustang. Both classes have been working with four local animal shelters to help create awareness of dogs and cats to adopt, as well as raising money to donate to these area shelters. The project has included Google Meets with shelter representatives and opinion writing assignments. Students are also working together to offer constructive feedback to each other on their writing. Click HERE for this week’s episode to learn more about this impactful project for our 2nd grade students at Surrarrer.
SMS ART SHOW (TUE. 5/10 - 5:30PM - 8:30PM)
Don’t miss your chance to see the work of many talented artists at the annual SMS Art Show on Tuesday, May 10 from 5:30pm - 8:30pm. The SMS Commons Area will be transformed into a huge art gallery! Families can also enjoy the SMS Band Concerts happening the same evening at 6pm and 7:30pm in the SMS Auditorium.
MOODY’S IMPROVES DISTRICT CREDIT OPINION TO AA1
Under the leadership of District Treasurer, George Anagnostou, SCS once again has received an improved credit opinion from Moody’s Investor Services. During George’s tenure, our District has improved from Aa3, to Aa2, to Aa2 with a positive outlook, to the second highest rating that can be earned - Aa1. This credit opinion is based on a strong financial position, the continued support of our community, and the strong financial stewardship of our District. This credit opinion is the result of the hard work and dedication to the financial oversight of our District by so many - the Board of Education, the entire Treasurer’s department, and so many additional SCS employees!
3=FREE FOR LUNCHES THROUGHOUT OUR DISTRICT
Did you know that students who pack their lunch can still receive FREE food items at school? Even if you are sending your student to school with food from home, they are still able to receive a fruit, vegetable, and milk for FREE! It's convenient and saves money for families - just pack the main item for lunch and let SCS Food Services take care of the rest!
SHS DECA STUDENTS TRAVEL TO ATLANTA TO COMPETE IN NATIONAL COMPETITION
Congratulations to the 14 SHS students who competed in the DECA National Competition this past weekend in Atlanta, GA! They qualified by placing in the Top 5 in their individual/team events as part of the State Competition earlier this month.
Naomi Rohrbach (Apparel & Accessories Marketing - Individual); Renee Levasseur & Alyssa Merrell (Buying & Merchandising - Team); Christian Slokar & Brooke Zellers (Entrepreneurship - Team); George Dadas & Cole Smith (Financial Services - Team); Joshua Stevens & Jack Vargo (Hospitality Services - Team); Meredith Klinzing (Quick Service Restaurant Management - Individual); Amani Najjar (Restaurant & Food Service Management - Individual); Sophia Kuhar (Restaurant & Food Service Management - Individual); Mae Conlon & Cara Solar (Marketing Management - Team)
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.
SHS DANCE TEAM TRYOUTS (FRI. 5/6)
CLICK HERE to register for the upcoming SHS Dance Team tryouts (required). Dance Team tryouts will be held on Friday, May 6 at 5pm in the SHS Main Gym and are open to current 8th through 11th grade students. Dancers must learn the audition material via video and come prepared to perform it at the audition. This team is made up of the most highly skilled and trained dancers at SHS. They perform at home varsity boys' basketball games and compete at the regional and state level in the categories of jazz, hip-hop, lyrical/contemporary, and pom. This year, they were named Grand Champions at the Ashland University Cheer & Dance Competition. For more information about the team and tryouts, follow them on Instagram: @shsdance__team and click HERE for the full size flyer. Questions? Contact Coach Grimm at: mgrimm@scsmustangs.org
SHS “TEEN IDOL” - TOMORROW (SAT. 4/30) AT 7PM
Don't miss this year's “Teen Idol” singing competition on Saturday, April 30 at 7pm in the SHS Auditorium. Based on the hit TV show, this competition also features local judges choosing the next winner in this annual event. Who will be voted this year's Teen Idol? Tickets will be available at the door - $10 general admission / $5 for students and senior citizens.
DARE DANCE FOR 7TH-8TH GRADE STUDENTS (FRI. 5/13)
The annual DARE Dance for 7th & 8th grade Strongsville students will be held at Michaud’s Event Center (16808 Pearl Rd.) on Friday, May 13 from 6pm-9pm. Bring a box of Macaroni & Cheese and be entered into a Grand Prize raffle drawing! To purchase tickets and sign up for parent volunteer opportunities, click HERE.
“TRAIN LIKE A PRO” 5K & WELLNESS FAIR AT STRONGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (TOMORROW - SAT. 4/30)
Are you ready to “Train Like A Pro”? Join us TOMORROW (Sat. 4/30) at Strongsville High School for a 5K Run and Wellness Fair. Click HERE for additional event details and the QR Code to sign up. Proceeds benefit the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) programs at Strongsville High School.
STRONGSVILLE EDUCATION FOUNDATION ANNUAL “JOCKEYS & JULEPS” EVENT
The Strongsville Education Foundation invites you to their annual “Jockeys & Juleps” event on Saturday, May 7 at 5:30pm at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. Join the fun-filled night which begins with watching the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby, followed by a “Night at the Races” fundraiser benefiting the Foundation. Click HERE for the event flyer or visit tinyurl.com/Jj-2022 to purchase tickets. The Strongsville Education Foundation raises and disburses funds to support and foster creativity, innovation, and outstanding achievement for the students, the teachers, and the community served by Strongsville City Schools.
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.
CLASS OF 2022 / SENIOR YARD BANNERS
Celebrate your senior with a graduation yard banner! The 5 ft. x 2.5 ft. banners come in three different designs and are perfect for celebrating members of the Class of 2022. Order yours today - click HERE for additional details. Proceeds benefit Strongsville Lacrosse.
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
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.
Strongsville Swim League
Splash, dive, and jump into fun this summer - join the Strongsville Swim League! The season runs May 31 - July 16. Swimmers must be registered by Friday, May 13. Visit the Strongsville Swim League website for contact information about your neighborhood swim team or the Rec Center team. Click HERE for additional information.
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.
Heartbeats Jump Rope Team - Community Show (Sat. 4/30)
Celebrate 30 years of jumping with the Heartbeats Jump Rope Team and their Community Show on Saturday, April 30 at 7pm at Strongsville High School. Click HERE for the event flyer.
Arts in Strongsville ‘Spring Fling’ Fundraiser
The inaugural Arts in Strongsville ‘Spring Fling’ fundraiser will be held on Saturday, May 14th at Harvest Saloon from 5pm – 8pm. Join us for an evening of food, drinks, friends, and fun! All proceeds will help Arts in Strongsville continue supporting Strongsville residents with scholarships to graduating high school seniors, our annual Spring Chalk Walk planned for May 21st, and the exciting Day at The Chalet event scheduled for September 18th. Mark your calendars now for these great events. Tickets are $30 each and include food, bottled beer, wine, and mixed drinks. We'll also have side boards, 50/50 raffle, and raffle baskets. For tickets, call Cindy at 216-973-1488 or 440-572-1291. Click HERE for the event flyer.
Arts in Strongsville “Chalk Walk” (Sat. 5/21)
Calling all artists! The 10th annual Arts in Strongsville “Chalk Walk” will be held on Saturday, May 21 from 10am-2pm on the Strongsville Commons (Corner of Routes 42 & 82). Cash prizes will be awarded for several age categories. Click HERE for the registration form - deadline to register is Wednesday, May 11.
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.
May Scholarship Luncheon
Recognition of Chamber Scholarship Winners and Students Entering the Military
Tuesday, May 10, 2022 11:30am - 1:00pm
Ehrnfelt Rec & Senior Center, 18100 Royalton Road
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 6, 2022
Business After Hours at SouthPark Mall
Live 360 Degree Studio / 500 SouthPark Center
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
5:30pm - 7:30pm
June Business Luncheon
Strongsville Economic Development Update
Tuesday, June 14, 2022 11:30am - 1:00pm
Ehrnfelt Rec & Senior Center, 18100 Royalton Road
Mark Your Calendar:
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 May 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.
**All Branches and Administrative offices of Cuyahoga County Public Library will be closed on Sunday, May 29th and Monday, May 30th for the Memorial Day Holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 31st at 9:00 a.m.
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, May 3rd / 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 Linked by Gordon Korman.
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:
Wednesday, May 11th / 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Excel 1.
Thursday, May 19th / 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Excel 1.
Saturday, May 21st / 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Windows 10.
IN-PERSON Storytimes. Strongsville Branch Library has resumed some Spring 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, May 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st from 11:30 a.m. – 12:00. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Zoom Virtual Family Storytime. Thursday, May 12th, 19th, and 26th from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Studio Orientation. Saturday, May 14th from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. / VIRTUAL or Monday, May 16th 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.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, May 18th / 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 Anxious People by Frederick Backman. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library.
Stomp, Chomp, & Roar. Ages 3 - 5. Saturday, May 21st / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. IN PERSON. Come explore DINOSAURS! Stories, center-based hands-on activities, and a craft will be presented. WARNING! You will get messy!
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, May 23rd / 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 Finding Dorothy: a Novel by Elizabeth Letts. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Sewing Basics for Teens and Tweens. Grades 5 – 12. Monday, May 23rd / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. IN-PERSON. Learn basic sewing skills and make your own sunglasses case. Participants will learn to identify machine components, thread a needle and will have the opportunity to experiment with different stitch styles. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture program's effectiveness. More information can be found at www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options. All participants must complete a Release & Hold Harmless form. Registration is required and will open one month before the program date.
Women in Jazz with Hip to That. Tuesday, May 24th / 7:00 p.m. IN PERSON. Join the Hip to That trio for an immersive concert experience featuring jazz music performed and/or written by women. The band will not only perform the music but discuss the impact these women made on the genre and characteristics of their performances and work. Space is limited to allow for social distancing. Registration is required.
Blood Drive. Thursday, May 26th / 1:00 – 7:00 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).
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