Did You Know?
Did you know that Strongsville City Schools is a Google for Education Reference District? Districts with this distinction demonstrate excellence and thought leadership through the innovative use of technology to drive impact and positive learning outcomes. Over the past year, our District has continued to integrate new software and technology tools into the classroom to address the challenges of the pandemic. Issue 68 - the renewal levy for Strongsville City Schools on the November ballot - helps continue to provide our students with up-to-date technology and learning opportunities for all students.
60 Seconds with the Superintendent
Issue 68 is the Strongsville City Schools Renewal Levy on the November Ballot. What does this issue mean for our District and our community? Click HERE for this week’s ‘60 Seconds’ episode, as Dr. Ryba answers some of the more frequently asked questions we’ve heard about Issue 68.
FEATURED “SCS JOB OF THE WEEK” + ADDITIONAL OPENINGS FOR STRONGSVILLE CITY SCHOOLS
Strongsville City Schools are hiring for a number of different positions in our District. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic workers who are interested in being a part of the growth and development of Strongsville students. Our featured 'SCS Job of the Week' is Substitute Teacher & Non-Teaching Substitute. We are also currently accepting applications for the following: Substitute Custodian, Food Services, and Bus Drivers. All open positions currently available in our District can be viewed HERE. Start your SCS application HERE. Questions? Contact our Human Resources office at 440.572.7038 or 440.572.7037.
SHS SPORTS MANAGEMENT CLASS CREATES SERPENTINI CHEVROLET ADVERTISEMENT
Mr. Bent’s SHS Sports Management class had the opportunity to develop a commercial for SCS District partner Serpentini Chevrolet. Several students in the class starred in the thirty second spot which showcased our fall sports student-athletes. The class developed the advertisement from start to finish, from initial concept and ideas through post-production editing. Click HERE to see the finished thirty second advertisement!
THE RETURN OF “GREET & TREAT” - WED. 10/27
The Strongsville City Schools “Greet & Treat” event returns this fall and will be held outdoors at Strongsville High School on Wednesday, October 27 from 5:00pm - 6:30pm. Dress up in your best Halloween costume and collect candy and treats in an outdoor, family-friendly atmosphere at Pat Catan Stadium. We will also be accepting donations of non-perishable items for the Strongsville Food Bank that evening. We hope to see lots of families at this year’s “Greet & Treat” on October 27!
MUSTANG SPOTLIGHT - MR. JOSH HANES, INTERVENTION SPECIALIST AT MURASKI ELEMENTARY
Mr. Josh Hanes is an Intervention Specialist at Muraski Elementary School. Mr. Hanes has been working in our District for four years and has also spent time working with students at Whitney Elementary School. His undergraduate degree is from Edinboro University and he is currently pursuing his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership.
“Working with the individual stakeholder of Strongsville has been rewarding and I feel as though I have developed many positive relationships with parents, students, community members, and Strongsville staff. Our students are kind, respectful, and want to grow as lifelong learners. Our staff is amazing and always very supportive,” said Mr. Hanes.
“As an Intervention Specialist, I am not bound to the classroom, but instead to student growth. I am able to work with multiple grade levels and content areas. Working in Strongsville has been a great experience and I hope to continue my career contributing to the success of our fantastic students and community!”
Thank you Mr. Hanes for making a positive impact on the growth and development of our students at Muraski Elementary! #WeAreStrongsville
Princess (& Prince) Tea with Mustang Express (Sat. 10/16)
Join Strongsville High School’s “Mustang Express,” for this fun family event on Saturday, October 16 (two performances - 12pm & 2pm). Kids of all ages are invited to spend the afternoon hanging out with their favorite Disney characters. A musical show will be followed by tea and cookies with your favorite characters. Bring your camera for royal photo opportunities! Click HERE for additional event information.
PURCHASE YOUR STRONGSVILLE “SLIDES” TO BENEFIT STRONGSVILLE ATHLETICS
Be the first in your neighborhood with the new Strongsville “slides”! Order this special footwear, with sales benefitting Strongsville Athletics. Click HERE for the order form or visit https://strongsville.itemorder.com/. Hurry - order deadline is Sunday, October 24!
Spirit Wear Sale to Support Strongsville Instrumental Music Boosters
Get your “Musical Mustangs” gear and support the Strongsville Instrumental Music Boosters! Click HERE for the SHS Band & Orchestra Spirit Wear and Yard Sign store. Order today - this special online store closes at 11:59pm on Sunday, October 3.
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.
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
Strongsville Basketball League Tryouts (Sun. 10/3)
Tryouts for the Strongsville Basketball League will be held on Sunday, October 3 for boys and girls in grades 3-6. Tryouts will be held at Strongsville High School at the following times:
5pm - 6pm / 3rd Grade + 4th Grade (Boys and Girls)
6pm - 7pm / 5th Grade (Boys and Girls)
7pm - 8pm / 6th Grade (Boys and Girls)
A mandatory parent meeting will be held in the SHS cafeteria at 4:45pm. Tryouts will be closed to parents. OHSAA COVID-19 guidelines will be followed during the tryouts. Click HERE for the event flyer and additional information.
Girl Scouts Dance Party (Thu. 10/7)
Students in grades K-3 are invited to join the Girl Scouts at an “Animal Dance Party” on Thursday, October 7 from 6-7pm at the Strongsville Library (18700 Westwood Dr.). Click HERE for your FREE ticket to this event!
Halloween at Safety Town (Sat. 10/9) Kindergarten and 1st grade students and their families are invited to Halloween trick-or-treat fun at Strongsville Safety Town, presented by the Rotary Club of Strongsville and the Strongsville Police. The event will be held on Saturday, October 9 from 4-6pm. Register online by October 4. Click HERE for the event flyer.
Strongsville Recreation Youth Programs
Don’t miss your chance to participate in two great youth programs at the Strongsville Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. “Mad Science Sensational Senses” explores the wonderful world of science and runs from September 29 - November 3. Crayola’s “Imagine Arts Academy Artblazers” gives students a chance to unleash their creativity with a number of different art techniques. Two upcoming sessions are available. Click HERE for the flyer with additional information on both programs.
Strongsville Recreation Center - Garage Sale (Sat. 10/9)
Don’t miss the HUGE Garage Sale at the Strongsville Recreation Center, featuring baby, kids, and maternity items. The sale is on Saturday, October 9 from 10am-12pm. Special early bird shopping occurs from 9am-10am ($3 admission). Shopping from 10am-12pm is FREE. Click HERE for additional event details.
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 Community Theatre - “A Tribute to Broadway” (Oct. 29-30)
Join the Strongsville Community Theatre’s performance of “A Tribute to Broadway” on Friday, October 29 & Saturday, October 30 at the Strongsville Recreation and Senior Center (18100 Royalton Rd.). Seating is limited and tickets are available by reservation ONLY. Visit strongsvillecommunitytheatre.com to purchase tickets. This show is a fundraiser to benefit the scholarship program for high school students.
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.
October Business BREAKFAST
“State of the Schools” Presentation with Dr. Cameron Ryba
Ehrnfelt Senior/Rec Event Center
Tuesday, October 19, 2021 7:15am* – 9:00am (Breakfast Buffet begins at 7:30am)
*Please note time adjustments
*Doors open at 7:15am
Strongsville Library
* Please note the following October 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.
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 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/Virtual-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.
Fall Into Health. Tuesday and Wednesdays, October 5th, 6th, 12th, & 13th / 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. CSU nursing students along with licensed RN will provide health screenings, one-on-one chronic disease education and general health education with the focus being overall health and wellness.
Young at Heart Virtual Book Discussion. Tuesday, October 5th / 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, October 5th, 12th, 19th 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, October 6th , 13th, 20th 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, October 6th, 13th, 20th 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, October 7th, 14th, 21st from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
Cricut Basics. Tuesday, October 5th / 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Learn the basics of the Cricut Design Space in this VIRTUAL class! We will review the simple uses of the software and how to make a basic design. As a hands-on component, participants will get to create a tote bag with an iron on vinyl quote for fall. Participants will follow along with the instructor virtually from start to finish. **Must have an iron or heat press at home to complete the hands-on project** This class will be held virtually using Zoom, no download is required. Participants will be contacted by staff with a meeting link to access the class. Materials for this program will be provided by the library for participants to follow along at home.** Craft kits will vary from one to another, they will not be exactly the same.
Discuss & Design: Millennial Book Discussion. Wednesday, October 6th / 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 bimonthly, 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 Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare. Register online to receive your materials and Zoom link to participate.
Virtual Studio Orientation. Saturday, October 9th from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. or Monday, October 11th 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.
Red Cross Blood Drive. Thursday, October 14th / 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).
Declutter and Get Your Home Organized. Monday, October 18th / 7:00 p.m. Known as the “Marie Kondo of Moving,” Ali Wenzke will help you declutter and get organized. Join us as the Art of Happy Moving author offers tips to make your home beautiful, simplified, and relaxing. Register online to receive the Zoom link to participate.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, October 20th / 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 Heartland: a Memoir of Working Hard and Being Broke in the Richest Country on Earth by Sarah Smarsh. 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.
Southwest General Health Talk: Vaccinations – The Facts You Need to Know. Wednesday, October 20th / 10:00 a.m. Do you have questions about the flu, COVID, vaccines, or boosters? Are you wondering what you can do to protect your family? A Southwest General Pharmacist will discuss what you need to know now! Register online to receive the Zoom link to participate.
First Page Book Club. Monday, October 25th / 7:00 p.m. The Strongsville Teen Librarian will read the first page of a few teen books of various genres to help you find your next great read. We will then discuss other books we have read and enjoyed. Register online to receive the Zoom link to participate.
Family Fright Night. Wednesday, October 27th / 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. A Virtual Spooky Storytime for "ghouls" and "goblins" ages 5 & up with an adult. Did you ever experience shivers up your spine? Find a good spot at home, grab your blanket and snuggle up with some silly and spooky stories. Be prepared to be SCARED! Register online 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