60 SECONDS WITH THE SUPERINTENDENT
The new Speech & Communication course at Strongsville High School is already making an impact on our students. Communication skills continue to be something that employers are looking for from graduates. Click HERE for this week’s episode to hear more from Mr. Jenkins and Mrs. Bartel on this exciting new course which is providing valuable skills to our students.
THREE SHS SENIORS NAMED NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS
Strongsville High School seniors Bhavya Anoop, Avery Scullin, and Raina Sinha have been named National Merit Semifinalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program. They are among the 16,000 nationwide semifinalists, representing less than one percent of high school seniors in the United States. These academically talented high school seniors now have an opportunity to continue in the competition for 7,250 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $28 million that will be offered next spring. In order to enter the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program, the then-high school juniors took the 2021 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which served as an initial screen of program entrants. The Semifinalists include the highest-scoring entrants in each state.
MUSTANG SPOTLIGHT - MRS. STACIE SOKOLOWSKI, 7TH GRADE SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER AT SMS
Mrs. Stacie Sokolowski has taught in our District since 2014. Mrs. Sokolowski currently is a social studies teacher on the 7th grade Discoverers Team at Strongsville Middle School. She has also taught at Albion Middle School and Strongsville High School. Mrs. Sokolowski is as avid sports fan, and especially roots for the Browns and Guardians. Her undergraduate degree is from Arizona State University and she also earned graduate degrees from both Arizona State and Northern Arizona Universities.
“I enjoy building relationships with my students and their families. I love watching students learn and grow throughout the year. I have the privilege to watch middle school students become strong, independent, learners. We have a great team and wonderful support system at Strongsville Middle School. Each member of my team challenges me to grow and to improve,” said Mrs. Sokolowski.
Thank you for Mrs. Sokolowski for being an important part of the growth and development of our 7th graders at Strongsville Middle School! #BeTheDifference
SHS INSTRUMENTALIST NAMED TO PRESTIGIOUS STATE PERFORMANCE GROUP
The Strongsville High School Music Department is proud to recognize percussionist Andrew Maloney, who was selected as an alternate for the 2023 All-State Jazz Band. The All-State Jazz band consists of the best high school jazz musicians from around the State and will perform at the Ohio Music Education Association's Professional Development Conference in Columbus later in February.
“GREET & TREAT” RETURNS TO PAT CATAN STADIUM (MON. 10/24)
The Strongsville City Schools annual “Greet & Treat” event will be held at Strongsville High School’s Pat Catan Stadium on Monday, October 24 from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Dress up in your best Halloween costume and collect candy and treats in an outdoor, family-friendly atmosphere. We will also be accepting donations of non-perishable items for the Strongsville Food Bank and other local food pantries that evening. We hope to see lots of families at this year’s “Greet & Treat” on October 24!
MUSTANG EXPRESS ROYAL TEA
Attention kids of all ages, don’t miss the upcoming Royal Tea, hosted by Mustang Express (Strongsville High School’s Show Choir)! This fun family event will feature an exciting musical show, performed by members of Mustang Express appearing as your favorite characters! Don’t forget to wear your Princess (& Prince) attire, as there will be photo opportunities following the show. Choose from two shows - 12:00pm & 2:00pm - on Saturday, October 15 at Strongsville High School. Tickets are just $5 at the door - it will be a magical event at SHS on October 15!
GCC ANNOUNCES PLAYERS OF THE YEAR & COACH OF THE YEAR FOR GOLF & TENNIS
The Greater Cleveland Conference recently announced their postseason awards for Golf and Tennis. Representatives from Strongsville High School earned the following top honors:
Natalie Kostalnick / GCC Co-Player of the Year (Girls Golf)
Dean Upholzer / GCC Player of the Year (Boys Golf)
Sean Black / GCC Coach of the Year (Girls Tennis)
HALLOWEEN DARE DANCES
Don’t miss the Halloween DARE Dances next week! Dances will be held at Michaud’s Town & Country (16808 Pearl Rd.). There will be prizes for best costume and best makeup, lots of dancing, and tons of fun! Bring a box of cereal for the Strongsville Food Bank and be entered into special drawings too! Purchase tickets in advance - tickets will NOT be available at the door.
Thursday, October 13th 6pm-9pm (5th & 6th Grade Students) - Purchase Tickets HERE
Friday, October 14th 6pm-9pm (7th & 8th Grade Students) - Purchase Tickets HERE
SHS CRAFT FAIR (SAT. 10/29)
Join us at the SHS Craft Fair on Saturday, October 29th from 9am - 2pm at Strongsville High School. The Craft Fair will feature local artwork, homemade crafts, jewelry, and bakery items, plus Pampered Chef, LuLaRue, Scentsy, Norwex, Tupperware and much more! Admission is just $1 and all proceeds will benefit the SHS Cheerleaders.
PURCHASE TICKETS TO THE SHS ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY
This year’s Strongsville High School Athletic Hall of Fame dinner and induction ceremony for the Class of 2022 will be held on Saturday, October 22, beginning at 5:00pm at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. Celebrate the accomplishments of: Jessica Carey (Roberts) (Girls Soccer) - SHS Class of 2004; Kyle Cobb (Boys Golf and Boys Basketball) - SHS Class of 2006; Cassie Martin (Girls Track & Field and Girls Basketball) - SHS Class of 2016; Deverin Muff (Boys Basketball and Boys Track & Field) - SHS Class of 2010; Nick Skully (Boys Basketball and Football) - SHS Class of 2001; Russ Jacques (SHS Football Coach); 1997 Boys Soccer State Championship Team; Bob Serpentini - SHS Athletic Wall of Fame Inductee. Purchase your tickets for the dinner & induction ceremony HERE. #foreveramustang
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
Strongsville Women’s League - Nicole Washington Essay Contest
Strongsville students in grades 7-12 have the opportunity to enter an essay contest and win cash prizes! The Nicole Washington Essay Contest, sponsored by Strongsville Women’s League encourages students to write about their differences and how it impacts daily life. Essays are due by 5pm on October 31, 2022. For additional contest details and essay prompts, please click HERE.
Baldwin Wallace Tech Camp - Building Web Based Games with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (Thu. 10/27)
Baldwin Wallace University will host another BW Tech Camp on Thursday, October 27 at 5:30pm. During the two-hour camp for students ages 12 to 17, participants will work with a provided template to build a Halloween themed web-based game using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS. The concepts covered in this class will allow participants to create their own game and the games will be hosted at the end of the camp so they can show their family or friends. Students may bring a USB drive to take their game home so they can continue to work on the game to customize the characters, colors, and gameplay. The camp is free, but registration is required as space is limited. To register, please visit https://tinyurl.com/2rnsvvyy. The camp will be held in the Austin E. Knowlton Center, located at 370 Front Street, Berea, on the Baldwin Wallace campus. Brought to you by the Baldwin Wallace Division of Community Learning. Click HERE for the event flyer.
Trunk-or-Treat at First Lutheran Church (Saturday, October 29th / 3pm - 5pm)
You are invited to First Lutheran Church's Halloween Trunk or Treat! The event takes place on Saturday, October 29th from 3pm - 5pm at First Lutheran Church (19419 Royalton Road). Join us for a safe and fun opportunity to show off your costume, wander through the creatively decorated cars to get some delicious candy and enjoy some cider and additional food/sweet treats. The event is free and registration HERE is optional! Looking forward to seeing all of the community's little ghouls and goblins!
Strongsville Stampede - One Mile Fun Run (Sunday, October 30)
Don’t miss the GOH Run Mustang Stampede One Mile Fun Run 2022 - Halloween Style! It’s a one mile cross country fun run for elementary students on Sunday, October 30th at 11:00am at Strongsville Volunteer Park. Elementary age students are welcome to participate in the one mile race. The Preschool Race is 1/2 mile and Kindergarten students may run either distance. Check-in and registration begins at 10:00am at the Pavilion. Arrive early to get your race tag and view the course, it is well marked. There is no entry fee, but donations will be accepted toward awards and supplies for the race. We will also be collecting food donations for the food bank. Questions? gohrunwithus@gmail.com Click HERE for race registration.
Winter Chess Camp - Strongsville Rec Center
Winter Chess Camp is coming to the Strongsville Rec Center! Winter Chess Camp (for ages 6 – 12 years) is a super-fun, high-energy chess experience in which kids celebrate a new chess tactic each day with silly videos, music driven puzzlers for prizes, colorful silicone TactixBands, and so much more! Winter Chess Camp meets for 3 hours in the afternoon for a full week - Monday, December 19 - Friday, December 23. Click HERE for the event flyer. Space is limited and registration is currently open. You can register by calling the Rec Center front desk at 440-580-3260 or online at https://strongsville.activityreg.com
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.
October Business Luncheon
“State of the Schools Address” Presented by Dr. Cameron Ryba
Ehrnfelt Rec & Senior Center (18100 Royalton Road)
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
11:30am - 1:00pm
2022 Strongsville Community Business Expo
Ehrnfelt Rec & Senior Center (18100 Royalton Road)
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
4:00pm - 5:00pm Business to Business Networking
5:00pm - 7:30pm Open to Strongsville Community
Come learn more about the businesses in our vibrant local business community!
Click HERE to register your business to participate
Business After Hours - Hosted by Generations Senior Living
18960 Falling Water Road
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Members - Free; Future Members - $10
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
November Business Luncheon
City of Strongsville - Economic Development Update
Ehrnfelt Rec & Senior Center (18100 Royalton Road)
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
11:30am - 1:00pm
2022 Chamber Holiday Scholarship Dance
Friday, December 2, 2022
NEW VENUE! The Aviator Event Center (formerly the 100th Bomber Restaurant)
20920 Brookpark Rd. / Cleveland
Seating is Limited! Reserve Your Table Early!
Strongsville Library
Please note the following October 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.
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.
IN-PERSON Storytimes. Strongsville Branch Library has resumed 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.
Blood Drive. Wednesday, October 12th / 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. 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). 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).
Audiobook Narration 101. Ages 11 and up. Thursday, October 13th / 7:00 p.m. Join us in learning the basics of recording yourself reading a book or written work! We will review the software available in our Recording Studio and offer basic instructions to record audiobooks using our Recording Studio. We will also review Studio Orientation materials so all participants will be free to use the Recording Studio after the program.
Fabulous Fibers: The Chemistry of Fabric. Grades 2 – 6. Saturday, October 15th / 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Come join us for fun, hands on activities that let you get close to the action! Be prepared to get in and get messy. Led by volunteers from the American Chemical Society. This program may include activities that could be considered harmful. In order for your child to participate you must sign the Release and Hold Harmless form and return to program location at least one week prior to the program start date. The form can be found at:
http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/Kids-Teens/Parents-and-Teachers/Parent-Options.aspx
Studio Orientation. Monday, October 17th 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 in-person session.
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
Tuesday, October 18th / 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Word 3.
Wednesday, October 26th / 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Excel 1.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, October 19th / 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 Klara and the Sun by Kazou Ishiguro. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library.
Friends of Strongsville Branch Library – Fall Bag of Books Sale! Saturday, October 22nd / 10:00 – 3:00 p.m. Friends Preview 9am-10am Bag sale - Fill a bag for only $2! Buy a membership at the door to enter one hour early! All current members, renewals and new members purchased that morning at the friends’ preview receive a coupon for a CCPL reusable bag (available at the front desk.) The sale opens to the public at 10:00 a.m. Only $2 to fill a bag (bring your own bag that is no bigger than 15 x 15 inches) We will have bags for as long as they last. Lots of books for sale - for all ages! Fiction, non-fiction, audio visual materials, magazines & more!
Friends of Strongsville Branch Library – Fall Bag of Books Sale! Sunday, October 23rd / 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Fill a bag on Sunday for only $1.00! Please bring your own bag that is no bigger than 15 x 15 inches. Lots of books for sale - for all ages! Fiction, non-fiction, audio visual materials, magazines & more!
Friends of Strongsville Branch Library – Fall Bag of Books Sale! Monday, October 24th / 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. The Friends bag of books sale will conclude on Monday. All remaining items - fill a bag with books for only 50 cents! While Supplies Last!
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, October 24th / 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 The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Presidents’ Wives from Ohio. Tuesday, October 25th / 7:00 p.m. The Strongsville Historical Society in partnership with the Strongsville Branch Library will present this living history presentation with the Presidents' Wives from Ohio. Join us to see actors in full costume, as they present the eight First Ladies of the Ohio Presidents of the United States. Those in attendance will enjoy as they tell some interesting and little told facts of the lives of each of the First Ladies. Registration is required.
Meet Author Shelley Shepard Gray. Thursday, October 27th / 7:00 p.m. Join us when author Shelley Shepard Gray visits to discuss her new inspirational romance novel, Happily Ever Amish. Books will be available for purchase courtesy of Mac’s Backs – Books on Coventry.
Halloween Storytime and Costume Parade. Ages 3 – 5. Monday, October 31st / 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. Enjoy a friendly Halloween gathering with stories, music, and a craft. Costumes are encouraged. Then we'll parade through the library to collect goodies to take home!
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
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Twitter: @strongsvillecs