Mustang Moments

Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 3

NO SCHOOL - Winter Break

Thursday, January 9 - 7:00pm

Strongsville Board of Education Meeting (Organizational/Work Session)*

SCS Administrative Offices (18199 Cook Ave.)
* SCS Board of Education Meetings are live streamed HERE

Monday, January 20
NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Positive Behavior Interventions & Support (PBIS) programs are at each of our schools. At Strongsville High School, PBIS is not only helping improve student behavior, it’s also building a positive culture for both students and staff. Click HERE to learn more about PBIS and how it’s developing a S.T.R.O.N.G. high school environment.

As part of the District's Strategic Plan our Treasurer, George Anagnostou, has been releasing monthly Financial Fast Facts.

Click HERE to view this month’s Financial Fast Facts video, detailing the Five Year Forecast (November 2024 Update) for our District.

Wonderful winter concerts showcasing our instrumental and vocal groups were held over the past few weeks at all of our schools. If you missed a concert or wanted to see an encore performance, click HERE for all of the concerts you can watch “on demand” during winter break.

Mrs. Nicole Goldie has been teaching at Muraski for the past two years. Mrs. Goldie is currently an Intervention Specialist, but also has experience in general education classrooms during her 15 year career in education. She earned her undergraduate degree from Baldwin Wallace University and her graduate degree from Notre Dame College.

“I love working at Muraski! The students and my colleagues make it easy to get up and go to work every morning. I know when I get to school, I will be greeted with smiles. All of our students at Muraski demonstrate P.R.I.D.E. throughout the day and show their best Model Mustang behavior. The best part about my job as an Intervention Specialist is to see the progress of my students. They come to me eager to learn and show resilience when things get tough.”

Thank you Mrs. Goldie for your work with Muraski students and helping them to continue to achieve success! #ModelMustang

Congratulations to the Mustangs Varsity Boys Wrestling Team on a 13th place team finish - out of 32 teams - at the Solon Comet Classic. Two SHS wrestlers made the podium for their individual matches - Michael Rusinko (3rd Place) and Dominic Grecol (6th place).

Yesterday, the Mustangs Varsity Boys Wrestling Team won their dual meet against Columbia. Daniel Serrano’s late-match pin secured the win for Strongsville! Click HERE for the full match recap.

SHS Athletics News can be found at strongsvilleathletics.org and in this week’s Athletics Newsletter.

Last week, Muraski Kindergarten students studied the history of gingerbread and collaborated with their classmates to decorate their own gingerbread houses. They also participated in a book exchange for the holiday season. Thank you to Mrs. Rompala, Miss Northeim, and Mrs. Gaul for providing their students an opportunity to practice using manners, gratitude, and kindness toward one another!

Need to burn off the remaining Winter Break energy? Join Strongsville families on Thursday, January 2 at Scene 75 in Brunswick. Purchase a three hour pass for just $20 and enjoy arcade games, inflatables, a 4D Theater, and much more! Tickets purchased for this event will also benefit the SMS Basketball program. Click HERE to purchase your tickets for this great night out!

The Strongsville High School Competition Cheer Squad made school history by competing for the first time in the OHSAA Division 1 Spirit State Championship. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication, as they truly left it all on the mat. The Cheer Squad would like to extend their gratitude to Mr. King and the Marching Mustangs for their support in recording the music needed for their squad's performance - the teamwork has been invaluable in this achievement.

There are a number of different job openings for Strongsville City Schools. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the Human Resources page at www.scsmustangs.org. Our District is also in need of school nurses. Please click the links below for additional information and to apply.

MIDDLE SCHOOL: (BOTH SHIFTS LISTED)

LPN - Strongsville Middle School Health Clinic - Immediate Need

https://psi-solutions.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1336280-294367.html

SAME POSITIONS - ADDITIONAL LISTING:

LPN - Strongsville Middle School Health Clinic

https://psi-solutions.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1335769-294367.html

Whitney:

LPN - Whitney Elementary School Clinic - Hiring Immediately

https://psi-solutions.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1371490-294367.html

The Strongsville Athletic Department is excited to introduce an opportunity for students at SHS. The Inclusive Dance Team will be for students of all abilities and neurotypes who enjoy dancing, music, and expressing themselves through movement. No prior dance experience is necessary. This team will be a wonderful opportunity to dance, try something new, make new friends, experience the joy of dance and music, and have fun! Dance also offers many other benefits including helping to develop skills in the areas of coordination, self-esteem, balance, fitness, following directions, memory, rhythm and musicality, social connection, and teamwork. The Strongsville Athletic Department is pleased to introduce and gain interest for potential students interested in an inclusive dance team for students with and without disabilities to come together and promote school spirit.

Please click HERE and complete the registration form if you are interested in being part of this first ever group of talented students. There will be an informational meeting regarding all the details about this new group at a later date.

Order awesome Mustangs Gear from ‘The Derby’ at Strongsville High School! ‘The Derby’ is a student operated spirit shop located in the SHS cafeteria, providing job training opportunities for students to develop skills necessary for future success - including independence, workplace readiness, job training, communication, problem solving, and leadership!

Check out ‘The Derby’ for items to add to your Strongsville wardrobe - made by SHS students. Items can be personalized and orders can be placed if the item is not available. Items can also be delivered to individual schools or picked up at the high school. SHS students can shop and order at ‘The Derby’ during lunch periods (10:00am - 1:30pm). All proceeds are given back to the Life Skills Employment Readiness Program for continued vocational training. Online orders can be placed using the QR code below or by clicking HERE. Contact thederbyshop@scsmustangs.org with any questions on custom apparel.

The SHS Theatre Department is collaborating with Playhouse Square to sell a block of tickets for the upcoming tour of & Juliet on Sunday March 9, 2025 at 6:30pm. The jukebox musical stars SHS alum, Corey Mach, as Shakespeare. This fundraiser will go toward some of the expenses for SHS's spring musical. Purchasing tickets for the show at Playhouse Square is currently live and will remain open until 1/1/25. SHS FUNdraiser prices range from $32.50 - $107.50 and the SHS Theatre Department will receive $10 for every ticket sold. Please visit https://tickets.playhousesquare.org/g08 and follow the instructions on how to purchase tickets. You must enter the promo code SHSMUSICAL in the purple box on the top left. That will open up the ticket purchase below when the web page refreshes. Thank you for your support of the SHS Theatre Department!

Purchase a Sgt. Clean car wash and help raise funds for the SHS Boys Lacrosse team! Platinum Car Wash (a regular $27 retail value) can be purchased for $15. Car washes can be ordered online, with a QR sent to your phone to redeem at Sgt. Clean. Click HERE to purchase your car wash and help the SHS Boys Lacrosse team!

Stream and watch SHS athletic events from the SHS Main Gym on the new HUDL TV. Simply search for Strongsville High School at fan.hudl.com or download the HUDL Fan app in your app store. Right now, you can utilize the following promo codes and receive special discounts for Mustang Athletics action on HUDL TV:

• $5 Off All-Access Day Pass: Enjoy all Mustang games with a day pass for just $7.50 using the promo code Mustangs$5.

• $100 Off Annual Pass: Get unlimited access to Mustang Athletics for the entire school year for just $95 with promo code Mustangs$100.

Both promo codes are reusable and valid through the Winter Sports season, so don't miss out! Catch every play, cheer on your favorite teams, and save while you stream. Stay tuned in and show your Mustang pride through HUDL TV!

Our District has expanded its partnership with Blocksi to include student content filtering and alerts. We no longer utilize SecURLy for these services.

Click HERE to view an informational flier about joining the Blocksi Parent Portal to gain insights on your student’s online behavior with their scsmustangs account, as well as set parental controls beyond the school. If you have any questions, contact Dave Binkley - Director of Instructional Technology - at dbinkley@scsmustangs.org.

Right At School is once again providing care for SCS K-5 students before and after school at each of our elementary buildings. For more information on registering with Right at School for the 2024-2025 school year, click HERE.

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).

Strongsville Rec Department - Winter Tennis Lessons

Register NOW for Winter Tennis lessons at the Strongsville Recreation Center. Lessons are designed for beginner to intermediate players with a focus on fundamental skill development. Through dynamic and engaging lessons, players will work with USPTA Certified Instructor Jamie Matic to master their tennis game. Click HERE for additional information.

Youth Lacrosse Spring Registration - NOW OPEN
Registration is now open for Youth Spring Lacrosse! Beat the winter blues and register for Spring Lacrosse. Ready to play the fastest game on two feet? Whether you’re new or a returning player, our program offers a supportive environment to challenge and grow your skills. Compete against teams from across Northeast Ohio and experience the excitement of three local tournaments! This youth lacrosse opportunity is open to Grades 3-8 (2nd graders can play up to 3rd grade) for residents of Strongsville, Columbia Station, Grafton, North Royalton, and all Strongsville students. Indoor Skills & Conditioning starts Feb 22-23 at Manta Fieldhouse and Outdoor Season Kicks off early April with practices and games weekly. Jump in, make friends, and represent the Mustangs! Secure your spot today and be part of a community-driven program where everyone plays with pride. Register NOW by clicking here! (Limited spots available).

Treehouse Berea Programming

Treehouse Berea is offering many activities and opportunities for students in the month of January. From Coding to Robotics to Game Design - there's lots of great STEAM based enrichment experiences for kids ages 6-12. Visit treehouseberea.com to learn more or click HERE for the current flyer about available activities.

Strongsville Chamber of Commerce

Strongsville Library

Please note the following January 2024 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 Administration Office will be closed on Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th for the Christmas Holiday. We will resume normal business hours on Thursday, December 26th at 9:00 a.m.

*The Library and Administration Office will be closed on Tuesday, December 31st and Wednesday, January 1st for the New Year's Holiday. We will resume normal business hours on Thursday, January 2nd at 9:00 a.m.

CCPL 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 Program information by going to cuyahogalibrary.org and click on Research & Discover to use the Press Reader resource here:

https://cuyahogalibrary.org/research-discover/resources-a-z/pressreader

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.

Snowman Drop-in Craft for Adults. Friday, January 3rd / 10:00 a.m. - Noon. It's cold outside but warm at our Library. Come for a fun drop-in and make a fun snowman out of a wooden cutout. This program is for our adult customers and is while supplies last.

Kindergarten Countdown: ABC's. For those entering Kindergarten in the Fall with a Caregiver. Friday, January 3rd / 11:00 a.m. - Noon. Join us as we help your child build kindergarten readiness skills in a program aligned to Ohio’s Early Childhood Standards. This session, we will focus on the ABC's.

IN-PERSON Storytimes Storytimes are for Birth to Age 5 not yet in Kindergarten. No registration needed!

Baby & Me (Birth to 18 months with a Caregiver) - Mondays / 10:00 - 10:20 a.m. OR Thursdays / 10:00 - 10:20 a.m.

Preschool (Ages 3 - 5 not yet in Kindergarten with a Caregiver) - Mondays / 11:30 a.m. - Noon OR Tuesdays / 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. OR 11:30 a.m. - Noon

Toddler (Ages 19 - 35 months with a Caregiver) - Wednesdays / 10:00 - 10:25 a.m. OR 11:30 - 11:55 a.m.

Family - Thursdays / 7:00 p.m.

Teen Knit & Crochet Club. Teens Grades 6 - 12. Monday, January 6th / 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Do you like to craft? Do you know how to knit, crochet, or hand sew? Bring your own project and come hang out with other teens who also love to make things! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

Young at Heart. Tuesday, January 7th / 7:00 p.m. A book club for adults who love Children's and Teen books. The title for our next discussion is Frindle by Andrew Clements. No registration. Everyone Welcome!

Technology Training Classes:

Windows 11 Lecture. Wednesday, January 8th / 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Learn how to use the newest operating system for PCs and tablets in this lecture-style class. Explore new features, including the redesigned Start menu, system requirements and updated interface.

Digital Navigators Drop-in. Thursday, January 9th / 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The Digital Navigators will be at the Strongsville branch for a drop-in on a first come first serve basis. Cuyahoga County Public Library’s Digital Navigators service offers one-on-one assistance to help you or someone you know connect to the internet, get a device, set up a telehealth appointment and more.

Toddler Sensory Art Play. Ages 1 - 3 with a Caregiver. Friday, January 10th / 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Engage your little one’s senses, develop skills, and build brain connections though open-ended art using a variety of tactile materials.

Rubber Ducky Day Scavenger Hunt. All Ages with a Caregiver. Saturday, January 11th / 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Can you find all of the rubber ducks hidden around the library? Take the challenge and earn a small prize!

Revisit the Richfield Coliseum: 1974 - 1994. Monday, January 13th / 7:00 p.m. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Richfield Coliseum. Remember the first event with Frank Sinatra, the Miracle of Richfield, the Cleveland Force, rock 'n' roll concerts, Ali vs. Wepner and the circuses. We’ll view rare videos and audio clips. Prizes and a few surprises! Presented by local historian Gerry Nemeth.

Blow off some S.T.E.A.M. After School. Grades 1 - 4. Wednesday, January 15th / 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Ignite your curiosity and creativity through this exploration of all things STEAM. Discover the elements of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands on activities and exploration. Boost your problem solving and teamwork skills in this program.

Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, January 15th / 7:00 p.m. Our Wednesday Evening Book Discussion meets at 7p.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 Middle of the Night by Riley Sager. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library.

Blood Drive. Friday, January 17th / 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 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).

Teen Chess Workshop. Saturday, January 18th / 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Join National Chess Expert, Damon Rucker to learn about the ins and outs of chess, chess strategy, and tactics! This program involves teaching kids the rules, strategies, and tactics of the game through structured, interactive lessons and practice sessions.

Audio & Video Studio Orientation. Ages 11 & up. Monday, January 20th / 7:00 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 session.

Teen Craft Night. Ages 9 - 11. Tuesday, January 21st / 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Come join other teens for a fun and easy craft! In order to participate in youth programs that could be considered harmful, Cuyahoga County Public Library requires parents to complete a Release & Hold Harmless Form.

School Age Craft. Ages 9 - 11. Thursday, January 23rd / 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Try something new! Relax after school by creating a snowflake keychain using diamond art.

Music & Movement. Ages 3 - 5 with a Caregiver. Friday, January 24th / 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Spend a fun time moving to music and using props!

Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, January 27th / 2:30 p.m. The Monday Afternoon Book Discussion meets at 2:30 p.m. in the Library on the 4th Monday of each month. No registration is required. New members are always welcome. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.

Strongsville High School * Muraski Elementary *

Strongsville Middle School * Surrarrer Elementary *

Chapman Elementary * Whitney Elementary *

Kinsner Elementary * Early Learning Preschool

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