60 Seconds with the Superintendent
As we head into Summer Break, our Maintenance Staff is ready to take on some major projects in preparation for the 2023-24 school year. This hard-working group is a talented mix of individuals with many areas of expertise, allowing them to handle many projects in-house, instead of having to contract with third party vendors - this saves our District thousands of dollars each year. Click HERE for this week’s episode to hear more about what our Maintenance Department will be working on this summer.
CONGRATULATIONS SHS CLASS OF 2023 - PICTURES FROM COMMENCEMENT
We had an amazing day on Sunday, May 21 celebrating Strongsville High School’s Class of 2023! This class made their mark on SHS and they will not be forgotten. Their resiliency during their four years at SHS was highlighted throughout Sunday’s Commencement ceremony. They are a special class - we are excited to see and hear about their continued accomplishments as they begin their “life after SHS” journey. Click HERE for a folder of pictures from Commencement. Families of the Class of 2023 - be on the lookout for an email from Lifetouch with information on how to order your official Commencement photos.
MUSTANG SPOTLIGHT - MRS. LAUREN HOBE, 3RD GRADE TEACHER AT MURASKI ELEMENTARY
Mrs. Lauren Hobe has taught 3rd grade for 3 years at Muraski Elementary School. Mrs. Hobe knew from an early age that she would be a teacher, drawing inspiration from her dad, Steve Boros (SHS Social Studies teacher). “As a child, I remember going to Strongsville football games with him, watching as students would call his name, high five him, and say, ‘Your dad is my favorite teacher!’ Moments like these showed me the impact a teacher could have on the lives of students, and that I wanted to do the same thing someday. He has always been my biggest inspiration and number one supporter.”
“There are many things that I love about working with our students! I love being able to build a strong classroom community that places emphasis on social emotional learning as well as academic growth. I am so passionate about teaching my students life skills that they can carry on with them throughout their educational career. Within the school year, I have the honor of watching my students grow in so many ways, from those “lightbulb” moments in math class, to making a new friend on the playground. I feel so privileged to be able to celebrate those small wins with my students every day,” said Mrs. Hobe.
“One of the things I love most about coming to Muraski every day is knowing that we have such a great staff that are always open to collaboration and support. Within my 3rd grade team, we are able to accomplish so much in supporting our students’ learning. This collaboration is something that I value so much, because I know we share similar values and goals for our students. We are able to share ideas and feedback so well, and I feel like I have grown so much as a teacher by working with them.”
Thank you Mrs. Hobe for the tremendous impact you are having on our 3rd grade students at Muraski! #BeTheDifference
SMS CHAMBER STRING ORCHESTRA EARNS END OF YEAR ACCOLADES
Congratulations to the Strongsville Middle School Chamber Strings Orchestra for receiving a Superior Rating (I) in their recent competition and FIRST PLACE overall at Cedar Point’s Music in the Parks contest! We are very proud of all of these talented SMS musicians and their Director, Mrs. Bravo.
MURASKI 3RD GRADERS GROW THEIR CODING SKILLS
Mrs. Hobe and Mrs. Benson, Muraski Elementary 3rd Grade teachers, have been collaborating throughout the school year to help their students learn coding. Their classes take time each day to work on different modules and courses through coding.org which also sync to their Google Classrooms.
Recently, they have been coding games which teach their classmates about the environment. The students are presenting the games and allowing them to play each other’s games they have created. In addition they are working with their peers to help each other out if they run into any roadblocks when developing their coding. According to Mrs. Hobe and Mrs. Benson, this has been a great example of their students demonstrating the Model Mustang competencies of Innovative, Collaboration, and Global.
SARAH FLEMING (SHS CLASS OF ‘23) RECEIVES GOLD MEDAL / US CONGRESSIONAL AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP
Congratulations to Sarah Fleming (SHS Class of 2023) who will be receiving a Gold Medal in the United States Congressional Award for Leadership program on June 21 in Washington DC. The United States Congressional Award for Leadership is the highest honor a member of the United States Senate or House of Representatives may bestow upon a youth civilian. This program was established in 1979 to recognize initiative, service, and achievement in young people.
To achieve the highest honor of the Gold Medal, a combined 800 hours in volunteer public service, personal development, and physical fitness is required. Sarah achieved over 1,000 hours and continues her involvement. Sarah has earned all six levels in these categories, earning both Bronze and Silver Medals in the process, and will be awarded the Gold Medal at the U.S. Congressional Award Summit on June 21st along with other medal recipients across the nation.
Click HERE for the news release about Sarah's Gold Medal achievement.
STUDENTS WILL BE KEEPING THEIR DISTRICT CHROMEBOOKS THIS SUMMER
Students in grades 3-12 will be keeping their Chromebooks over the summer break. Students will be responsible for keeping the Chromebooks and their cases in working order for use next year. If your student does experience any issues with their Chromebook over the summer, please click HERE or visit bit.ly/scssummertechticket to submit a Tech Ticket. A Tech Department member will contact you within two business days to assist. If your student is leaving the district over the summer, they will need to turn in their Chromebook on the last day of school. Please click HERE or visit bit.ly/scscbl to submit your student’s name to inform our department to collect the Chromebook. If you have any questions, please contact Dave Binkley at dbinkley@scsmustangs.org.
QUICKMED OFFERING FREE PHYSICALS TO STRONGSVILLE CITY SCHOOLS FAMILIES
QUICKmed Urgent Care is offering free school physicals for SCS families this summer. Physicals include any sports physical or yearly physical that your child may need going into the 2023-2024 school year. If interested, please call their Strongsville office to make an appointment at (440) 472-0900. Click HERE for additional information.
PLAN AHEAD FOR SCS ENROLLMENT (2023-24)
Over the past few years, our District has seen a pattern of families waiting until the week or two prior to the first day of the school year to enroll. Waiting until August to enroll your student may delay the ability to have your child start on time, have busing ready, and/or attend their home elementary school. Click HERE to learn more and start the enrollment process. Once all of the necessary registration paperwork is submitted, SCS will finalize the registration process within 48 hours. For students that do not enroll until August, that extends to a 72 hour turnaround due to volume. Again, by registering children in June and July, we can ensure every student is ready to have a successful first day and school year.
BUS OPT OUT FOR 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR
In an effort to increase the efficient use of our available resources, we are requesting that all SCS families eligible for transportation services, yet do not plan to use busing services, to fill out a form to opt out. Please note that all eligible students can still receive busing services, but knowing which students will not be riding a bus will help us create the most efficient routes prior to the upcoming school year. If you do not plan to have your child ride the school bus next year, click HERE to opt out by June 16, 2023. Please submit a separate response for each student you are opting out for your family. Should your transportation needs change after you submit your response, just reach out to the Transportation Department and we will adjust accordingly.
IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR INCOMING 7TH & 12TH GRADE STUDENTS FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR
Please note the following immunization requirements from the Ohio Department of Health
All students entering 7th grade need to receive the following immunizations prior to entering 7th grade: One (1) dose of Meningococcal [MCV4] vaccine (a second dose of meningococcal vaccine will be required prior to entry into the 12th grade) & One (1) dose of Tdap [tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis] vaccine
All students entering 12th grade need to receive the following immunizations prior to entering 12th grade: Two (2) doses of Meningococcal [MCV4] vaccine
Incoming 7th and 12th graders will need to show proof of having received these vaccines before they can return to school for the 2021-22 school year (exemptions are provided for under law, call for more information).
Click HERE for the form to confirm immunizations for 7th graders
Click HERE for the form to confirm immunizations for 12th graders
Section 3313.671 of the Ohio Revised Code states that students who do not provide documentation of this immunization will be excluded from school on the 15th day after entrance, until proof is provided.
SHS CLASS OF 2003 - 20TH REUNION INFORMATION
Are you - or someone you know - a member of the SHS Class of 2003? It’s your 20th reunion year and the celebration is coming up this summer!
When: Saturday July 29, 2023
Where: The Brew Garden in Strongsville
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Cost: $30 Ticket*– includes food
*Tickets MUST be purchased in advance.
Please email Kim Lozan at strongsvilleclassof2003@gmail.com for more details and information on how to purchase tickets.
#foreveramustang
STRONGSVILLE 6TH GRADE CAMP - SEPTEMBER 15-17 AT CAMP Y NOAH
Attention all incoming Strongsville Middle School sixth graders! Join us at Camp Y-Noah in Green, Ohio for Sixth Grade Camp - September 15-17. Cost is $200 per camper and covers all weekend expenses. Deadline to register and pay is May 31. Click HERE to visit the website for detailed information, registration and payment instructions and chaperone opportunities. Please email sixthgradecamp@gmail.com with any questions!
CAMP DISCOVERY AT POLARIS (JUNE 12-15)
Summer is just around the corner and once again it’s time to explore Polaris at Camp Discovery! Each year, this interactive, thrill-packed summer camp gives students entering the sixth, seventh and eighth grades a chance to experience what Polaris is all about in a fun, hands-on environment. This year, classes will run June 12-15, 2023, and will feature both morning and afternoon sessions at a cost of $120 per student, including all supplies, lunch each day and a FREE camp t-shirt. Popular classes fill up quickly so interested students are encouraged to enroll ASAP at www.polaris.edu/campdiscovery. Click HERE for more information!
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
Memorial Day at the Strongsville Historical Village
The Strongsville Historical Village will be open on Memorial Day from 12:00pm - 2:00pm for the public to visit the village’s buildings and grounds following the Memorial Day parade and service at the Freedom Trail. Visitors will be able to participate in many activities to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Also, don’t miss the model train display and patriotic crafts for kids during this Memorial Day celebration!
Strongsville Rotary Kids Fest & Duck Race
Don’t miss the 10th annual Strongsville Rotary Kids Fest and Duck Race on Saturday, June 3 from 11:00am - 3:00pm at the Cleveland Metroparks Chalet in Strongsville. Enjoy pony rides, face painting, inflatables, and MORE! Duck Race begins at 2pm. FREE shuttle from the Strongsville Park-n-Ride. Click HERE for the event flyer.
A Special Wish Summer Bash (Fri. 6/9) - Volunteers Needed
A Special Wish (ASW) is looking for volunteers to help during their annual Summer Bash event for wish families on Friday, June 9th! This event offers over 350 wish families the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive event to kick off summer in an immune-friendly environment. The ASW Summer Bash is held in Oak Grove Picnic Area in Brecksville Metroparks (11921 Parkview Rd. Brecksville, OH 44141). Volunteer time slots would be from 4:00-8:30pm to help with registration, running carnival games & food, break down, and etc.
Please note that this event is outdoors, so please dress for the weather! If you are interested in volunteering for this event, or have any questions, please email Sara Mihalik, Programs Director, at sara@aspecialwishneo.org
ASW is a local wish-granting organization that grants the wishes of children between birth and 20 years of age that have been diagnosed with a life-threatening disease or illness. In addition to granting each wish child’s Big Wish, ASW’s Sparkles of Joy program provides wish families with a local support system, as well as inpatient and outpatient experiences that help the entire family make positive, life-long memories. To learn more about A Special Wish Foundation, please visit https://www.aspecialwishneo.org.
Cleveland Wave Volleyball Club
The Cleveland Wave Volleyball Club’s mission is to provide players with an opportunity to learn the game of volleyball at the highest possible level while simultaneously learning important life lessons of teamwork, commitment, time management, sportsmanship, and dependability. Click HERE for upcoming camp, tournament, open gym, and tryout information. For additional information, visit www.clevelandwavevolleyball.com
Nike Basketball Camps
Register for the Nike Basketball Camps at SSC The Courts (19388 Progress Dr.). Two weeklong sessions (June 19-22 and July 31-August 3) are open to boys and girls ages 8-15. Click HERE for additional information or call 1-800-NIKE-CAMP.
Kindness Camp - C’s the Day
A camp for kids in grades 1-7 dedicated to EMPOWERING kids to positively impact their communities through acts of kindness, INSPIRING kids to become leaders by growing in character, confidence and personal wellness, and CHALLENGING kids to practice mindfulness in thoughts, words, and actions with self and others.
WHEN: July 17-21 (1:00pm - 4:00pm) / WHERE: Albion Woods Picnic Area
Click HERE for additional information / Click HERE to register for the camp
Kids Running Camp - gOH Run!
When: Monday, July 17 - June 21 (9am-11am) / Where: Albion Woods Picnic Area in the MetroParks
Camp is for kids in KG-8th Grade; cost is $60 and includes a shirt, camp materials, daily prizes, awards, and lots of fun! Click HERE for additional information and to register!
Baldwin Wallace Summer Camp Programming
Baldwin Wallace is offering summer camp programming in a variety of areas, including STEM, music, theatre, arts, athletics, and education. For more information or to register, families can visit BW’s Division of Community Learning at https://dcl.bw.edu/divisions/ or click HERE.
Safety Town Registration
Parents of incoming Kindergarten students, don’t miss registering your children for Safety Town. Click HERE for additional information on Safety Town. Click HERE for a Parent Brochure. Click HERE for the registration link.
Safety Town Volunteers Needed
Calling all 6th-9th grade students! If you are interested in volunteering to help with this year’s Safety Town, signups begin on Monday, April 17 at 5pm. Click HERE for additional information. Students must be a Strongsville resident or attend school in Strongsville to be eligible to volunteer.
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.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
2023 Strongsville Homecoming Festival
July 12 - July 15, 2023
Strongsville Library
Please note the following June 2023 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 Administration Building and all Library Branches will be closed on Sunday, May 28th and Monday, May 29th in honor of the Memorial Day Holiday. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday, May 30th at 9:00 a.m.
All Together Now – 2023 Summer Reading Challenge – June 3rd through August 13th. Sign-up for our reading challenge beginning May 1st. To learn more, visit https://cuyahogalibrary.org/srp to register or check out our YouTube video for more information! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErqUzDPnN7s
CCPL Summer 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 Summer Program information here: https://www.pressreader.com/document/3479
IN-PERSON Storytimes. Strongsville Branch Library storytimes in-person are in full swing for summer beginning in June! 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.
Preschool. Ages 3-5 not yet in Kindergarten with Caregiver. 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. Wednesdays / 7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
SW General Health: Osteoporosis Screening. Tuesday, June 6th / 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Osteoporosis affects more than 10 million Americans. Are you at risk for fractures? Stop in to the Strongsville branch for a free osteoporosis screening. A Community Nurse from Southwest General Hospital will be here to conduct this free screening on a first come basis. No appointment necessary.
Young at Heart. Tuesday, June 6th / 7:00 p.m. A book club for adults who love Children's and Teen books. The title for our next discussion is You've Reached Sam by Dustin Thao. No registration needed. Everyone Welcome!
Computer Classes IN PERSON. Cuyahoga County Public Library offers computer classes for beginners to advanced. 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://cuyahogalibrary.org/classes-events/computer-classes
Wednesday, June 7th / 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Internet Basics.
Podcasting Basics. Wednesday, June 7th / 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Want to learn the basics of creating your own Podcast? Join us to learn about how our studios can help you record your own podcast! We'll review the software and equipment that you can use to create a podcast and offer basic instruction on recording podcasts in our Recording Studios. We will also present Studio Orientation materials so that all participants are able to use the Studio right after the program.
Summer Fun for Everyone. Grades 1 – 6. Thursdays, June 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th / 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Beat the summer slide and get a running start into next school year at Cuyahoga County Public Library. This summer we are expanding our FREE summer programs for students. Registration is no longer required. Just drop-in and enjoy reading, science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities.
Audio & Video Studio Orientation. Ages 11 & up. Saturday, June 10th / 10:00 a.m. VIRTUAL OR Monday, June 19th / 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.
Outdoor Tales of Northeast Ohio. Monday, June 12th / 7:00 p.m. The fields, woods, and streams of Northeast Ohio promise no dearth of inspiration and adventure for outdoor enthusiasts. Few know this so well as Ohio native and award-winning author Andrew J. Pegman. Join him as he discusses his journey to land trophy fish, reflects on ones that got away, and embraces the beauty and freedom of the outdoors. Gain expert tips on adventure fishing, flyfishing for walleyes on Lake Erie and steelhead trout in the Chagrin River and searching for elusive winter birds. Dr. Pegman will be available to sign copies of his book after the discussion.
Meet Author Kristan Higgins. Thursday, June 15th / 7:00 p.m. Join us when author Kristan Higgins visits to discuss her new novel, A Little Ray of Sunshine. Books will be available for purchase courtesy of Mac's Backs - Books on Coventry.
Music and Movement. Ages 3 – 5 with Caregiver. Friday, June 16th / 11:00 – 11:45 p.m. Have fun playing together with props and music!
Teen Craft Night: Hand Sewn Sock Plushies. Grades 6 – 12. Tuesday, June 20th / 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Design and hand sew a cute plushie from a fuzzy sock!
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, June 21st / 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 Circe by Madeline Miller. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library.
Blood Drive. Friday, June 23rd / 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).
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, June 26th / 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 One Italian Summer: a Novel by Rebecca Serle. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Sewing Basics for Adults. Wednesday, June 28th / 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Learn the basics of sewing and create a simple project.
A Puppet Storytime Extravaganza. All Ages. Thursday, June 29th / 7:00 – 7:45 p.m. Come one, come all to an evening of stories and puppets with your hosts - Mr. P and his buddy, Fuzzig.
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