60 SECONDS WITH THE SUPERINTENDENT
Many classes at Strongsville High School are introducing podcasts into their classroom experiences for students. Students are able to research, collaborate, and discuss their thoughts on a wide variety of topics, utilizing this fantastic communication vehicle. Click HERE to see Mr. Black and his AP Seminar students discuss their podcast experience, just one example of the many students and teachers becoming podcast experts at SHS!
SCS STATE OF THE SCHOOLS PRESENTATION - WED. MARCH 1 AT 6PM
The annual “State of the Schools” presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, March 1st at 6:00pm. This year’s event will be held at Strongsville Middle School and will also be livestreamed on SCS-TV. We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our District and all that makes Strongsville City Schools special. Plan to arrive early and listen to the SHS Chamber Strings perform in the SMS Cafeteria.
SMS STUDENTS VISIT STRONGSVILLE’S SENIOR CENTER FOR TECH ASSISTANCE
Last week, some of our 6th grade middle school students visited the Strongsville Recreation & Senior Center to participate in the monthly Senior Center's "TechKNOWledgy with Teens" Program. The program, a collaboration between Strongsville's Senior Center and SMS, is a huge hit! The students work with seniors in answering questions about their smart phones, tablets, laptops, and everything else "tech." Special thanks to SMS 6th Grade Teacher John Lipowski and Senior Services Coordinator Sheena Wright for their efforts in connecting the middle school students with Strongsville's senior center - and thank you to News 5 Cleveland for airing a story about this great program!
MUSTANG SPOTLIGHT - MRS. OLIVIA FADENHOLZ, MUSIC TEACHER AT SURRARRER ELEMENTARY
Mrs. Olivia Fadenholz is in her second year teaching in our District. Mrs. Fadenholz is the music teacher at Surrarrer Elementary School. She earned her undergraduate degree from Florida State University.
“My favorite part about working with our students is getting to see them make progress and feel successful. In music there is always room for improvement, which makes it all the more important to celebrate and appreciate those “A-ha!” moments. Part of my job is to help students build that confidence to take risks and to celebrate all of their achievements, no matter how big or small. I especially love when I hear students support one another and cheer on their classmates after sharing or being a leader in music class. Beyond that, another favorite part of my job is just getting to know students and their individuality. Whether I’m in a classroom or walking down the hall, students are always sharing with me about their day or what's on their mind. I know about wiggly teeth, new pets, favorite colors, and so much more. I feel honored to get to be another part of their day and their education here at Surrarrer,” said Mrs. Fadenholz.
“Beyond getting to know and work with students each day, I am also privileged to work beside an outstanding staff of caring adults at Surrarrer. I am so grateful for the support and inspiration I receive each day from our school team. I know and trust that my coworkers have the students’ best interests at the core of everything they do, and I have learned so much from them in my time here.”
Thank you Mrs. Fadenholz for sharing your love of music with our students at Surrarrer and giving them opportunities to explore their creativity. #BeTheDifference
SHS JUNIOR CAL KLINZING’S CAMPAIGN TO RAISE MONEY FOR LLS
SHS Junior Cal Klinzing has been selected as this year’s Strongsville High School Student Visionary of the Year for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) annual campaign. Cal’s goal is to raise $75,000 for LLS by Saturday, March 18. LLS has a longstanding mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and myeloma and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families. You can help Cal reach his goal by donating at his LLS fundraising page. Be on the lookout for other community activities in the next few weeks to contribute to his campaign and raise money for this very worthwhile cause.
STRONGSVILLE CITY SCHOOLS ATHLETIC OPEN HOUSE (MON. 3/6)
Make plans to attend the first-ever SCS Athletic Open House on Monday, March 6 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm in the Main Gym at Strongsville High School. This event is open to any student attending SMS or the District’s elementary schools and their families. The Open House will highlight and showcase what Strongsville Athletics has to offer students athletically as well as academically. SHS teams and coaches will be present to highlight upcoming events at games, to discuss their programs with parents and students, as well as providing summer camp information for all ages. Please make sure you stop by and connect with the Athletic Boosters during this event as well to learn how to get involved with supporting our athletic teams.
For questions about this upcoming event, please contact the High School Athletic Department or email Denny Ziegler (dziegler@scsmustangs.org), SHS Athletic Director.
PARENT SUPPORT MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 23
Come learn all that “Connecting for Kids” can offer you and your child! Connecting for Kids is a resource that provides education and support for families with a concern about their child. They can help with many types of concerns - from understanding a new diagnosis to family challenges like divorce, behaviors, anxiety, ADHD, and many others. They offer free services and programs to any family who has a child/children between birth-12 years old. For more info please see : https://www.connectingforkids.org
A member of Connecting for Kids will be joining us on Thursday, March 23 from 6:30pm-7:30pm at the Strongsville Administrative Offices (18199 Cook Ave.). They will share information about all of their services, programs and resources. They offer individual family support as well as many group activities and programs.
Please RSVP to SCS Parent Mentor Teresa Karsnak (tkarsnak@scsmustangs.org) by March 21st.
SCS NOW HIRING! COORDINATOR OF PAYROLL & BENEFITS
Join our team! Strongsville City Schools is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Coordinator of Payroll and Benefits, due to an upcoming retirement. If you are a payroll and/or benefits professional and looking for your next great opportunity, please click HERE to apply.
HARLEM WIZARDS RETURN TO STRONGSVILLE (TUES. 3/7)
Don’t miss the return of the Harlem Wizards to Strongsville on Tuesday, March 7 at 6:30pm. Watch the Wizards compete in a fun-filled basketball game against a team of SCS All-Stars (Teachers & Staff) in the SHS Main Gymnasium. Proceeds from this night will benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Purchase tickets online HERE.
STRONGSVILLE OPTIMIST CLUB - REVERSE RAFFLE EVENT TO BENEFIT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Join the Strongsville Optimist Club at their annual Reverse Raffle Night to benefit the Optimist scholarship fund. The event will be held on Saturday, March 11 from 6pm-11pm at the Columbia Ballroom. Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets.
STRONGSVILLE CITY SCHOOLS NIGHT WITH THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS
Strongsville City Schools Community Night is set for Wednesday, March 15th when the Cleveland Cavaliers battle the Philadelphia 76ers at Rocket Mortgage Field House. Click HERE to purchase tickets for a great night of basketball in downtown Cleveland!
REGISTER FOR 2023-24 FULL DAY KINDERGARTEN NOW
Registration for Full Day Kindergarten is happening now for the 2023-24 school year! Click HERE for the Kindergarten Registration page on our District’s website for additional information.
SHS CHEER & MASCOT TRYOUTS
Interested in trying out for next year’s cheerleading squads or being “Marty the Mustang” at Strongsville High School? Plan to attend a parent informational meeting on Monday, March 6 in the SHS Auditorium at 6:00pm. Tryouts will be held March 27-31. Click HERE to register for tryouts. Questions? Reach out to Coach Orlosky (jorlosky@scsmustangs.org).
SMS ROCKS! - MARDI GRAS DANCE (TONIGHT - FRI. 2/24)
TONIGHT (Friday, 2/24), “SMS Rocks!” celebrates all things good with a Mardi Gras Masquerade Color Party! This dance for 6th-8th graders includes a friendly event attendance competition for a reward! Students should wear the following colors for their grade level - prizes will be awarded for the highest attending grade: 6th grade / purple; 7th grade / gold or yellow; 8th grade / green. SMS will be transported to New Orleans with festive decor, $1 snacks, eye masks for sale ($1 or $2), games, & henna hand art (free) - plus rockin’ tunes and prizes! All proceeds from SMS Rocks goes to Council PTA’s SHS Scholarships and SCS Grants. Tickets will be available for $13 at the door tonight. Volunteers are needed - click HERE to sign up.
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, please click on the following links to access websites dedicated to each of our elementary school locations: Chapman, Kinsner, Muraski, Surrarrer, Whitney
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
Kiwanis “Read Around the World” Event (Sat. 2/25)
The Kiwanis Club of Strongsville is hosting their annual “Read Around The World” event on Saturday, February 25th at Strongsville Library. This FREE event runs from 10:00am - 12:30pm. The program is intended for preschool through 2nd graders. Activities include short skits, puppet shows, face painting, and refreshments. Each child attending will have the opportunity to select and take home a children’s book.
The 30th Chili Open Charity Golf Classic (Sat. 2/25)
The 30th Chili Open Charity Golf Classic, presented by the Strongsville Rotary will be held on Saturday, February 25 from 10am-3pm at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. The event includes food and beverages, outdoor golf, and live auctions. Proceeds from this event go to support Strongsville Rotary Charities, including many right here Strongsville, and including at least 13 scholarships to Strongsville students. Visit chiliopen.org for additional information and to register.
Easter Eggstravaganza (Sat. 3/25)
First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Strongsville presents their Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 25th from 9am -11am. There will be breakfast, a craft to complete, and eggs to hunt for! Ticket prices are as follows: FREE for 2 and under, $8.00 for ages 2-12, $10 for anyone over 13 years old. Everyone attending the event must have a ticket to attend. Purchase tickets with this link: https://firstchurch.ticketspice.com/first-church-eggstravaganza
Strongsville Rec Basketball & Baseball League Signups
Attention Strongsville Youth Sports Parents - Strongsville Recreation is now taking registration for Baseball, Softball, T-Ball, and Junior Cavs Spring Youth Basketball. Click on the links below for additional information and registration details:
Baseball, Softball, and T-Ball (Registration: January 2nd – March 11th)
Junior Cavs Spring Basketball Leagues (Registration: January 26th – February 16th)
Families may also register at strongsville.activityreg.com or in person at the Recreation Center (18100 Royalton Rd.).
Sign Up NOW for the Junior Browns Flag Football League
Register NOW for the Junior Browns Flag Football League - a fun, competitive football opportunity for girls and boys in grades KG - 6th. Form teams with your friends and classmates! Participants will receive a reversible Cleveland Browns jersey and shorts. Games will be played on Serpentini Field at Pat Catan Stadium. Sign up at www.strongsvillefootballbackers.com.
Questions? Email juniorbrownsflagfootball@gmail.com.
Strongsville Rec Center - Spring Break STEAM Learning Adventures
Register for Spring Break classes at the Strongsville Rec Center (April 11-13) featuring two Challenge Island activities. Road Trip USA Camp and Slime Squad Camp are open to kids of all ages. Click HERE for additional information and to register.
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
March Business Luncheon
State of the City Address, Presented by Mayor Thomas P. Perciak
Ehrnfelt Rec & Senior Center, 18100 Royalton Road, Strongsville
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
11:15am - 1:00pm
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
2023 Strongsville Homecoming Festival
July 12 - July 15, 2023
2023 CHAMBER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!
Graduating Seniors in the Class of 2023 who are residents of Strongsville are invited to apply. Please visit the Chamber website at www.strongsvillechamber.com.
Application Deadline: March 3, 2023 @ 4PM.
Strongsville Library
Please note the following February 2023 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.
IN-PERSON Storytimes. Strongsville Branch Library storytimes in-person are in full swing! Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories. No registration needed!
Baby & Me. Birth to 18 months with Caregiver. Mondays / 10:00 – 10:20 a.m.; Thursdays / 10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
Preschool. Ages 3-5 not yet in Kindergarten with Caregiver. Mondays / 11:30 a.m. – Noon.; Tuesdays / 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.; Tuesdays / 11:30 a.m. – Noon.
Toddler. 19 – 35 months with Caregiver. Wednesdays / 10:00 a.m. – 10:25 a.m.; Wednesdays / 11:30 a.m. – 11:55 a.m.
Family. All Ages with Caregiver. Thursdays / 7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Kiwanis Read Around the World. All Ages. Saturday, February 25th / 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The Strongsville Kiwanis Club sponsors this annual event for all ages. Each child attending can choose a new book to take home. No registration needed for this free event. Members of Kiwanis will be available to read books to the children. The St. Joseph and John’s Builder's Club members will perform puppet shows throughout the event. There will also be face painting, storytelling, and light refreshments.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, February 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 always welcome. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Audio & Video Studio Orientation. Ages 11 & up. Monday, February 27th / 7 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.
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