MUSTANG SPOTLIGHT - MRS. CYNTHIA WILSON, BUS DRIVER & AIDE - SCS TRANSPORTATION
Mrs. Cynthia Wilson has been a bus driver and bus aide in our District since 2008. Mrs. Wilson has also been a substitute monitor at Albion Middle School and Kinsner Elementary. She is a resident of Strongsville and has three children who are graduates of SHS.
“People tend to think that all we do is drive students to and from school. I feel we have a greater purpose than just being a bus driver. I have high expectations for my riders in regards to respect for one another, in their choice of words spoken, in the following of mandated safety rules, along with being punctual and accountable for their actions. These life skills, such as being punctual, respecting others, and following rules, will carry beyond the years that they travel to and from school on a bus. I take great pride in knowing that riding on my bus is helping them become responsible citizens,” said Mrs. Wilson.
“We have an awesome transportation team. We all pitch in to help wherever is needed and make sure we all are working together for the overall goal of getting students to and from school in the safest and most efficient way possible.”
Thank you Mrs. Wilson for your commitment to not only safely transporting our students, but also helping make sure our students grow into positive, productive young adults! #WeAreStrongsville
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 SENIOR ANTHONY GRECOL PLACES 2nd IN RECENT WRESTLING INVITATIONAL
Strongsville High School Senior wrestler Anthony Grecol recently placed 2nd in the 150 pound weight class at the Perrysburg Invitational. Anthony had to defeat several state qualifiers to get to the championship match of his weight class. As a team, the Mustangs finished 12th out of 30 teams. Congratulations Anthony and to the entire Strongsville High School Wrestling Team!
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.
DARE ICE SKATING PARTY FOR 5TH-8TH GRADERS (TUE. 2/1)
Don’t miss the upcoming DARE Ice Skating Party at OBM Arena (15381 Royalton Rd.) on Tuesday, February 1 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. This event is open to students in 5th - 8th grade and admission is $7. Tickets must be purchased in advance - click HERE.
RESCHEDULED ‘Magic Gives Back’ Event (Sun. 4/10)
The ‘Magic Gives Back’ event has been RESCHEDULED to Sunday, April 10 at 3pm in the Strongsville High School Auditorium. This exciting show features the unbelievable magic and stunning illusions of world-famous Rick Smith, Jr. Initial proceeds from this event will go toward the Kinsner Elementary PTA. If over 600 tickets are sold, additional proceeds will benefit Strongsville Council PTA. Invite friends and win prizes, including a backstage “Meet & Greet” and an Oculus Quest 2 - click HERE for details. Click HERE to purchase tickets.
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
Junior Browns Flag Football League
Register now for the Junior Browns Flag Football League. There are competitive divisions for grades KG - 6th grade. Games will be played on Sundays beginning in late March at Pat Catan Stadium. Visit strongsvillefootballbackers.com to register. Questions? Email lcirino@scsmustangs.org or jtrusnik@gmail.com. Click HERE for additional details.
Strongsville Lacrosse 2022 Registration Now OPEN!
Come be a part of America’s fastest growing sport! Strongsville Youth Lacrosse has been growing since 2008 and registration for the 2022 season is now open for boys and girls in grades 2nd-8th. Indoor practices begin mid-February and the outdoor season will run from late March through May. All experience levels are welcome. All information is included on the registration site at https://www.strongsvillelacrosse.com.
Valentine’s Day STEAM Challenge - Tuesday, February 8
Register for a fun-filled valentine’s themed STEAM event at the Strongsville Rec Center on Tuesday, February 8 from 5:45pm - 7:15pm. Kids will learn about chemistry, elasticity, and energy in fun experiments! Register in person at the Rec Center front desk or call 440.580.3260. Click HERE for additional details.
“Launch Into Girl Scouts” Event - Wednesday, February 2
The Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio invite students in grades K-3 to an “out of this world” event on Wednesday, February 2 from 6-7pm at the Strongsville Library. Bring a friend, make new ones, and participate in space-themed activities while learning about all that Girl Scouts has to offer. RSVP at gsneo.org/join or click HERE for the event flyer.
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.
Strongsville Chamber of Commerce Scholarship
The Strongsville Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Application is now available online. Please visit the Strongsville Chamber of Commerce website (www.strongsvillechamber.com) for details. Graduates of the Class of 2021 and graduating seniors in the Class of 2022 who are residents of Strongsville are invited to apply. Applications must be received by the Chamber no later than March 1, 2022.
February Business Luncheon
Ehrnfelt Rec/Senior Center
“Cuyahoga County Update” with Mike Gallagher
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
11:30am - 1:00pm
Strongsville Library
* Please note the following January 2022 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 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
Zoom Virtual Toddler Storytime. Wednesday, January 26th 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 Preschool Age 3-5 Storytime. Tuesday, January 25th 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, January 26th 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. Thursday, January 27th from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. You must register online to receive the Zoom link.
A Kindness Blizzard Start the New Year off with an act of kindness. Have your child take home a snowflake to decorate and carry out the good deed written on the back. Our Children’s Area Information Desk is decorated with special snowflakes with random acts of kindness printed on them. Have your child, ages 4 & up, take home a snowflake to decorate and carry out the act of kindness. Available at the Strongsville Branch while supplies last. “Kindness is like snow – It beautifies everything it covers.” – Kahlil Gibran (Lebanese-American writer, poet and visual artist.)
Lunar New Year Concert. IN PERSON. Saturday, January 22nd / 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Join us at the Strongsville Branch to ring in the Year of the Tiger with Northeast Ohio's traditional Chinese orchestra! Using a wide variety of traditional instruments including the dizi (bamboo flute), erhu (fiddle), pipa (lute), and guzheng (zither), as well as gongs, drums, and cymbals, the Cleveland Chinese Music Ensemble's six veteran musicians will present a program of festive and captivating melodies from China's north, south, east, and west. The program will include explanations of the instruments as well as the stories behind the pieces. As an added attraction, audience members of all ages will be invited to try the ensemble's percussion instruments and join the group on stage for an interactive finale. Registration is required as space is limited due to social distancing guidelines.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. IN PERSON. Monday, January 24th / 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 required. New members always welcome. 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.
Tween STEM: Oil Spill Science. Ages 9 – 12. Saturday, January 29th / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Learn about what happens during an oil spill, how they are cleaned, and about the environmental impact. Tweens will get a hands-on experience in a mock oil spill activity. All supplies will be provided. Due to social distancing, spots are limited, and registration is required.
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